Where Does the Time Go?

Since we have moved, I have been unpacking a lot of things that have been boxed up for some time. I have caught myself reminiscing a lot. I've found wedding invitation lists, baby clothes and toys, and lots of pictures. I have felt the tears welling up in the corners of my eyes on several occasions. Where does the time go? How can I slow it all down? Do they really have to grow up?

This is where it all began!

I found this photo yesterday while I was unpacking some boxes....this is when it all began, summer of '96 University of Mobile. We look like babies don't we. Matt Hudson is also in this picture with us. He was in our weddding. Wow! Hard to believe it has been almost 15 years ago that we met. Time sure flies. I love him more everyday. He is so good to me. I am blessed!

No Other Gods

I started leading a single ladies Bible Study this week entitled "No Other Gods." I think that it is going to be great. I am really excited about getting to know all of the sweet ladies that are studying with me. We are going to have alot of fun.
I began studying the first week's material this morning. There was a definition that hit me square between the eyes. It is a definition of "false god." So often I try to equate the idea of a "false god" with statues and graven images. It truly is so much more. What a great reminder I got this morning!
Ken Sande defines it this way: ..something other than God that we set our heart on, that motivates us, that masters and rules us, or that we trust, fear, or serve.... According to this definition, I have some false gods to deal with in my life. What is the source of my motivation? What do I fear? Oh! I could go on and on.

2Kings 17:33- "They worshiped the Lord, but they also served their own gods."