Enjoying some wonderful southern hospitality in North Carolina
June 25 I flew to Sharlotte, North Carolina to meet friends who had invited me to speak at their church in Boone, N.C. The weather was beautiful and mild, unlike that which we had experienced in muggy St. Louis since summer began. My seeing eye dog accompanied me and got me through each crowded airport both going and coming without a hitch. ... Except if you call being wanded and patted down on each trip because her buckles on her harness set off the detectors. Uggg.
I stayed in my friends' two-story log cabin, on Grandfather Mountain. My friends, Mitzi and George had joined us on the Wheels for the World team in Mexico. We shared with our audience about the trip and about the work of Joni and Friends. Jessie Smith, a blind local musician, and I were priviledged to be guests musicians on the Sunday morning and Sunday evening church praise team.
We did a special together on Sunday morning, and specials Sunday night during the presentation. All enjoyed delicious goodies at a reception to follow.
The weekend was peppered with other fun activities. But I must tell you, I don't think people in North Carolina sleep! Monday Velda and I flew home to St.
Salute to Hero Fathers
My Dad is one of my biggest heroes! My dad was such an extraordinary example father. Even though he was humble and mild mannered, he was a rock when it came to right and wrong. His work ethic and perseverance in the midst of trials left an indelible legacy. He always put the Lord first in his life, and he and mom used God's word, the Bible as their foundation, and raised our family in its instruction.
My Dad served in World War two, received a purple heart for his bravery. Although he only had an eighth grade education, which he received in a one-room school house in Shawneetown, Missouri - he spent most of his time in managerial positions in the grocery business. Very early in his career he was a produce manager, and then he became a grocery store manager until he retired.
I put a radio series called "Salute to Hero Fathers" together to encourage dads to see the importance of their role in their family. Over the year's I've put together 5 parts to the series. I'd like to hear from you about your dad. What made him a hero in your eyes? What great example story can you share that will encourage others?
Tips for being a better dad--start now by learning lessons from the greatest Father of all.
God's word in the Bible has never changed. listen and glean insights from it through a dad and pastor, Rev. Joel Oliver, Pastor Trinity Assembly of God--St. Louis, Missouri. This show could change your life--and Mom's you might learn something, too.
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