Some of you may not recognize the name in the subject line of this blog. It is the name of my mother and today is the 6th anniversary of her death. She died at age 57 on May 12, 2009, and I always try to take this day to remember and celebrate. The Lord has been so gracious to me to be able to minister to women on or around this date, which always is close to Mother's Day. As a matter of fact, 6 years ago this past Sunday (Mother's Day) was the last time I spoke to my mom. How fitting to say goodbye (even though we didn't know it was goodbye) to my biggest fan and cheerleader on Mother's Day. I cried this weekend cherishing the memories, and cried some sad tears as well. But, the Lord is always so good to me to dry my eyes and stop me when I don't need to cry. So, today, I am NOT crying at all. I am celebrating and thinking of the laughs and hugs and times my mom held my hand and rubbed my back (OH MY...can't wait to get a back rub in Heaven)!!
You know I find it interesting that in the Bible people were only known by their first names and maybe where they were from or what they were known for would follow. For example, Jesus of Nazareth, or John the Baptist, or Stephen the Evangelist. Many called my mom Stine (pronounced Steen), or Ernie, or Ms. Ernestine, but I called her MOM! I miss her and thank her for teaching me to love God. If it were not for her guidance in that regard, I might not know how wonderful a Savior we have and how much He loves us. Thank you mom and can't wait to see you in Heaven. I know you are singing and shouting with the angels! I love you dearly!
Cuba update:
Thanks to everyone who has given thus far. We are about $650 away from reaching our goal. We leave for Havana on June 13 and return on June 17. Thanks for your prayers and financial support. Please prayerfully consider contributing to this trip with a cash donation or sports equipment donation. You can ship equipment to 4110 SW 194 Terrace, Miramar, FL 33029, and you can donate via the website at www.deestokes.org. Bless you and thanks so much!
You know I find it interesting that in the Bible people were only known by their first names and maybe where they were from or what they were known for would follow. For example, Jesus of Nazareth, or John the Baptist, or Stephen the Evangelist. Many called my mom Stine (pronounced Steen), or Ernie, or Ms. Ernestine, but I called her MOM! I miss her and thank her for teaching me to love God. If it were not for her guidance in that regard, I might not know how wonderful a Savior we have and how much He loves us. Thank you mom and can't wait to see you in Heaven. I know you are singing and shouting with the angels! I love you dearly!
Cuba update:
Thanks to everyone who has given thus far. We are about $650 away from reaching our goal. We leave for Havana on June 13 and return on June 17. Thanks for your prayers and financial support. Please prayerfully consider contributing to this trip with a cash donation or sports equipment donation. You can ship equipment to 4110 SW 194 Terrace, Miramar, FL 33029, and you can donate via the website at www.deestokes.org. Bless you and thanks so much!
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