Together

Yesterday I went down to the lake to witness the baptism of a friend's husband.
The invite was tentatively sent out to our "unbook club" as Donna wasn't sure whether her husband would go through with it or not but we gathered and he did!

There was even "Jesus" from the cast of "Jesus Christ Superstar" getting baptized and the waves and wind picked up just as he went down.
Trusting and praying that those performances will have a Holy Spirit fire on them as a result of his profession of faith!
What a wondrous event.

Nine people giving public testimony to the most amazing thing any human being can do.
Surrender their lives to God... repent of their old ways, receive the forgiveness of sins through Jesus Christ, and dip down into the water and come up again to signify this NEW BIRTH and blessed new beginning.
A new beginning that starts now and lasts forever in glory.

The clouds hovered over us and dumped a deluge of rain on us as we watched the people go down under the water and emerge to shouts of joy.
It was a baptism for all of us,
On this "eve" of Rosh Hoshanna.
Here we are with Donna's husband.
All of us soaking wet!

We've been praying a lot this past year at our "club".
Specific prayers and faith filled prayers.
I just love this group of women that I've been privileged to journey with for many years now.  In fact, Sue M hosted Patrice's baby shower so that puts us at 24 years at least! That's a pretty great track record.
We don't see each other often but the bond is tight and there is a commitment that runs deep.
A seriousness about running hard after God together.

We shared communion at the lakeside.
The sun broke through and warmed and dried us.
We prayed for Donna's husband.
We prayed for each other and the Holy Spirit showed up and there were prophetic words given and encouragement shared.

What an absolutely perfect way to spend a Sunday morning.
"Church" is so big and beautiful.
His Body - His Bride growing in grace and spreading the good news.
We are learning to move together.
Alignment and Family once again.

Betty and I had lunch together afterwards at the old Train Station Pub and she shared her journey and need for prayer covering in the strategic places God has posted her in this year.

There are many more amazing miracles and stories unfolding here.
We will continue to watch and pray and play.