Thankful

What I'm thankful for.

I am thankful for Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior. And for His Word, the Holy Bible He has given to us, which is filled with many wonderful promises. And for His Holy Spirit with which He indwells, empowers and guides us. 

I am thankful for my wife and two wonderful children, and of course that marvelous bundle of joy He gave us through our son this year... Josiah, our grandson.

I am thankful for this Thanksgiving time we were able to spend with our daughter and favorite son-in-law. They came to Michigan to spend time with us and Evelyn's parents. 

Though Nell is in the hospital she is doing a bit better. Some of the complications have been figured out. She is still in need of exploratory surgery, but she is not vomiting all the time and she is able to rest. We are working on getting her transferred to Indianapolis. 

I am thankful that God brought Don & Linda Burris to Fairview Baptist this year. They are precious and have added much to our congregation.

I am thankful for the men who about to be installed as Elders at our church. I look forward to what God our Father will do through them.

God bless and keep you.

In His love,

Brother Steve Sherwood

A Prayer for Josiah Steven

Our daughter in-law is pregnant... very pregnant. She is due any time now. We have been waiting... somewhat impatiently. Last Thursday the doctor said, "You'll have this baby within the week." Well, in my estimation the doctor's time is up.

Last night Evelyn couldn't sleep and tonight I can't. You'd think we were having the baby. I mean, what is our problem? We know he's a boy and that he will be the smartest and most handsome grandson ever. What is our problem?

I think the anticipation is built into us by our Heavenly Father. Perhaps it is so we will pray more fervently and faithfully.

Dear Heavenly Father, bless Josiah Steven. Call him to Yourself at an early age. Put Your fire in his little heart even now. May his faith in You never fail. May he be full of Your Joy, Peace, Love and Grace. May many come to know You through the life You have blessed him with. In the Name of Jesus of Nazareth I pray, Amen.

New Year

2008. Wasn't it just 1997? No. I remember things that happened after that, such as a move to Kokomo, IN to begin Pastoring Fairview Baptist Church. Then the children, Steven and Stephanie really started growing up. Is it allowed for children to grow so fast? Whether allowed or not, they do it.

In the last two years they both graduated high school and got married. Steven's wedding was prepared and over before we were able to give it much thought.* Stephanie's was this last August 25.** We knew about her wedding since Christmas 2006. We had much time to contemplate and reminisce. We cried a lot. My little girl is now a young woman... am I really that old?

One of our Christmas cards this year was an announcement. Steven's wife Sarah is pregnant with our first grandchild. :) Yes, I really am that old.

But life is no where near over, Lord willing. Should the Lord allow me to continue I plan to be a better disciple and disciple trainer in this "New Year." I also hope to become about 85% of the man I now am... physically. ;)


*(Steven married Sarah, a delightful and beautiful young lady who loves him greatly. Thank You, Lord.)

**(Steph married Nate, a loving young man who takes great care of her. For him we are also very grateful.)