Mike Westendorf
Back in September, I posted this interview with Shaun Groves in support of his Third World Symphony album.
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Today, I’d like to introduce you to another musician – a mentor and friend of mine, Mike, who is also a husband & Dad (and weatherman).
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My Youth Pastor suggested I call Mike to talk about music, since he [...]
Women of Faith – Imagine
Imagine starting your day being led in worship by the astounding Allison Abbott, Janice Gaines, Laura Cooksey & Jenifer Thigpen.
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Imagine being joined in worship by an arena full of fellow sisters in Christ.
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Imagine hearing stories of God’s faithfulness, comfort, power & love from speakers like
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Sheila Walsh, Nicole Johnson and Angie Smith.
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I’m thrilled to have [...]
Choosing JOY- a gift from Sara
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After a busy day of preparing for & celebrating Greg’s birthday Wednesday, cleaning up, praying with and blessing my kids, I finally checked email. I wasn’t prepared.
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I was shocked to see that hospice had been brought in to my friend, Sara’s condo and she’s on the verge of going Home.
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I wasn’t prepared. As I read [...]
Shaun Groves – Third World Symphony
We’ve been listening to this wonderful new album from Shaun Groves.
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Here, take a listen, yourself.
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Third World Symphony by shaungroves
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The whole CD bursts with beautiful melodies under Biblically-sound, experience-rich lyrics.
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It’s not merely music that sells, but that teaches, acknowledges, reflects and remembers.
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Shaun graciously answered a few questions of mine as he prepared to [...]
This is (in)courage …
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The (in)courage community chose my song “Surrounded by Your Love” for their newest video. I was delighted, honored and humbled (and a teensy bit excited – ok, A LOT excited – I may have squealed)!
Here’s the video. This community of women, many of whom I’m proud to say I’ve met and connected with, are [...]
Surprising Grace
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Grace should feel refreshing.
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We can’t dribble out a tiny teaspoon over a chosen few – grace isn’t ours to hoard.
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Grace comes from God and so it is His.
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He is limitless & so is His grace.
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See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! 1 John 3:1
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Let us dump it out at every turn like cheering players, pouring a Gatorade bucket’s contents onto their surprised coach.
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Thats the kind of grace I want to carry – the kind that drenches the receiver, delights & overwhelms them the moment they feel it.
Flying High
Our Summer days have been filled with lake time, bike rides, visits to the library, park and plenty of ice cream.
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Once in a while, we set out on last-minute adventures … usually when my ruffians are having challenges being in the same space.
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So we took off and went to the local county fair.
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We watched some motocross races, shared a ginormous lemonade called “The Tanker” and after repeated requests to play carnival games or go on rides, we landed on this …
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Yes, those are my three up in the air, tethered to bungee cords, while bouncing on trampolines. Serious fun.
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The kids flew high, used their muscles, did some flips and giggled, screamed and made funny faces. Everyone had a blast, even though my youngest was content to hang in one spot after the thrill of being 12 feet high wore off.
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What have you done for fun this Summer?
Lay it Down
Felt Him saying this to me today … so I’m singing this little prayer tonight
My grace is sufficient for you
My grace is sufficient for you
All I ask is that you lay your burdens down
My grace, My grace is for you
Lay it down
At my feet
Evermore lean into Me
I am here
to uphold you with my Hand
my Grace will let you stand
Lay it down
