This past year has been a year of change, joy, hope, and healing. Our move from California to Star, Idaho was met with God’s abundant favor and blessing. Each of us has taken on new activities and explored new adventures.
Austin visits the Warhawk Museum, chatting with many WWII veterans. The Veterans breakfast on Memorial Day was a highlight as he spent time listening to the men and women who served our country. He became a member of the Birds of Prey Sanctuary and enjoys visiting. He also has his gun license and is a member of the Rod and Gun club, going shooting at the range when his physical condition permits. Finally, Austin is an integral part of our neighborhood as one of the neighbors has a child with a very similar condition. Austin is able to speak from his experience and give them encouragement and advice.
Megan, trustingly ventured up here to Idaho with us, and has networked herself into the music community. She is called upon to play in bands during various events. She also is releasing new songs of her own on Spotify. Along with many other jobs, she has gained clients teaching piano and vocal lessons. galliefisher.com
Allen continues to Arm Wrestle, training guys here in Boise and attending various tournaments when time permits. He also builds websites and enjoys learning all about the new community.
I have enjoyed setting up our new home, getting to know my neighbors and involving myself in the community. I love exploring the hiking trails and local vendors.
We LOVE our house, the neighborhood, the community and everything Idaho has to offer. We are so very grateful to be here in every way!
This season is a time to celebrate the day of our redeemer, the light of the world, the Lord Jesus. We want to take the time to share why our joy is so complete and invite you to consider why this time is so special. John 1:1-8 is the focus of our joy.
Here we see Christ’s eternality.
● Christ eternally existed “was” (in the Greek it means “always was”- uncreated and uncaused). John 1:1
● Christ eternally existed with God as the second person of the Godhead. (in the Greek literally means “face to face” or “with god” “bosom of the Father” implies intimacy and love between Father and Son. John 1:18
● Christ eternally existed as God. ( “God was the Word”) and connects to the creation account in Genesis 1:1.
Jesus brought all things into existence and was the agent of Creation. John 1:3,10. (and Colossians 1:15-17)
Jesus became flesh and dwelt among us, taking on a human body, including human physiology and psychology. John 1:14.
● Christ came in the form of a servant. Philippians 2:3-11
● Christ became a man, something He never was, while not ceasing being God. The Word is the self-expression of God. John 14:9.
● Christ, who knew no sin, became sin for us. 2 Corinthians 5:21
● Christ’s coming reveals God’s Love. He came to rescue and redeem, and to vanquish death through the resurrection. John 3:16,17, John 1:4,5.There is an invitation for you. John 1:12, John 14:1-4
