This morning I said to myself, "you have to be thankful for the weather here everyday. You can't let it become commonplace." I mean it just blows me away that it is almost 80 today. I love it! I really didn't think I would like the Florida weather but I'm beginning to think I can't live anywhere else. Plus, we just love Gainesville. It seems like I wake up almost every day and just think, "I am so glad we live here." Can you ask for anything more in the place you live?
I know we haven't been posting as regularly (ok, not hardly at all) so I'm trying to get back on track. Most of you that read this talk to us quite a bit anyways but some don't so we need to keep it updated. Also, most of you that read this know that we are waiting to hear from the church here, Harvest Christian, as to whether or not I'll be serving here as minister. It has been, admittedly, a bit frustrating to wait but it has also been instructive and challenging to our patience and faith. So, I thank God for it. In addition, we're still really excited about what's going on here, regardless of my "status" with the church. We've had more people in church every Sunday for five straight weeks and the spirit has been great, a real forward-moving and positive atmosphere right now. Be assured, we'll keep you all posted as soon as we know anything. We so appreciate your prayers and thoughts on our behalf and love you all for the many ways you've touched our lives. Hope you have a great week.
-joel