A Simple Servant: Wondrous Provision

A Quick note for Newcomers

Thanks so much for visiting this blog. I would really encourage you to go in the archives and read my first entry “About me – the Fuller Version.” I am an upfront person, so let me be abundantly clear: I am writing as a Christian, a follower of Jesus Christ, who is the Son of God, the second person of the trinity. Further, I believe that the Bible is God’s special, inspired revelation of Himself to us. I believe it is entirely true and completely perfect (2 Tim 3.16). That said, if you are not a Christian or do not believe in the total inspiration of the Bible, please feel free to comment and interact as much as possible. Also, feel free not to use abusive language or harass me or any that may read this blog. If you disagree, that is fine, but let’s all be civil. Abuse will not be tolerated! May the Lord help us to honor Him in all of our thoughts, speech, and actions!!!

Sincerely, the recovering Pharisee,

Aaron Hawk

BTW / FYI

Just fair warning about the way I write... Most of the time, when writing about something serious or meditative, I will write in one of two ways. One way, is to simply and explicitly state my thoughts as best I can, with all out in the open. The other is to use “stories” to “hide” what I’m saying, while “proclaiming” it to all at the same time. Thus, if a post appears to be a story, it probably contains a “hidden” meaning. Just a little teaser to spark the imagination, he he ;-)

Pictures

I’m a picture taking fool and often have my camera with me, though not always. I LOVE taking pictures, especially of God’s created beauty. However, I am no photographer, so please don’t expect professional results. As such, most of the pictures in this blog are ones that I have taken, though if I feel it will add to the point, I will use others.

I currently use a Sony DSC-H5 7.2 MP digital camera. It is a great point and shoot camera with tons of options and controls, but it is notably a step below SLR, which I do not feel skilled enough to use yet.

If you are interested, check out some of my pictures at http://picasaweb.google.com/GodsservantJohn330/.

Oct 21, 2011

Wondrous Provision - Take 2

So, don't have a lot of time to write right now, but just want to brag on the Lord again. About a year ago the Lord allowed a car accident that totaled my 92 Civic Si. He then provided us with a 2002 Honda Odyssey through several means (including the settlement from the Civic, a no-interest loan, and the capstone of which was an incredibly generous gift from our church family). A few months ago Michelle's old 92 Corolla (yes, they were both 92's) gave up the fight with a litany of issues including the trans and brake system (for starters). The Lord has once again provided through some wonderful means. First, he allowed us to borrow a vehicle from a dear brother in Christ since then until we picked up our new car. Second, He has given us yet another no-interest loan. Third, we have once again been blessed with a few gifts toward the car. Forth, He provided just the right car through the estate of Michelle's grandfather (took tragedy and brought some good out of it). Finally, He allowed all of the paperwork and details to be worked out and we picked up one of the nicest vehicles I've ever driven! Thus, in the last year, He has just plain-old spoiled us, twice over!

I praise and magnify the Lord for His countless, rich blessings. As I think of and look around the world, Christ spoils us so, so terribly much here in America (with great blessings come great responsibility). We are so amazingly blessed even through material things that in the end, don't matter that much. If our heavenly Father delights in giving us good material gifts, that perish, how much more should we believe Him for the eternal things, the very things that He instructs us to look for?! It is a good reminder and an important spiritual lesson. Jesus, thank you for spoiling us so much, and help us to spoil others in return as that is what pleases you!!!

PS - this is after years and years of having troublesome cars or no car at all. We don't understand His timing, but we know that He is good in the good times and in the bad, which reminds me of one of my fav songs. "As Long As You Are Glorified" by Sovereign Grace Music (http://www.sovereigngracemusic.org/albums/category/sovereign_grace_music/come_weary_saints)