Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Why?
This is a question that the Davis family has been asked so many times over the years. "Why?" There are so many reason this question has been asked. But as we look at today's date we may get a better understanding of the reason "Why?" is asked of us right now.
Today is October 31. An otherwise ordinary Tuesday. The kids went to school. The parents went to town to take care of several errands. Being Tuesday, things are all prepared for youth meeting. The mail came. Being the last day of the month, November's bills have been processed for payment. So what is the reason that we are asked "Why?"
Some people in America and even around the world are celebrating a special day known as "Halloween." This is not a special day to celebrate in the Davis home. But because so many people DO honor this day, we are asked "Why?" don't we celebrate.
As simply as possible, this is the reason. http://www.jeremiahproject.com/culture/halloween.html For understanding of some of the origins of this special day, which I will not call a "holiday," check out the link above. There you will find some details of the history of how Halloween came to be.
Long ago the Davis parents were convicted of their observance of this day. As children both of them participated in the festivities at school, in the neighborhood, and even in their churches. But as these parents grew in their relationship with Jesus Christ and gained knowledge and understanding of origins of special days and why they are celebrated, they decided to separate themselves and their family from the world's view of this day. "Holiday" means "Holy-Day." Halloween is EVERYTHING but holy.
The Bible tells us in 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22 "Test everything. Hold on to the good. Avoid every kind of evil." Ephesians 5:11 says "Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them." The Davis Family has the opportunity to expose the deeds of darkness when we are questioned about our not participating in Halloween. We have worked very hard over the years to share our stand on this without being critical of those who do not share our stand.
We do not condemn those who have not been convicted in the same manner that we have. That is not our job. But it is our responsibility as Christians to expose the truth of Satan. He has such an incresdible grip on our world on a daily basis. Why would we want to give him an entire day to his own?
In a world where celebrating Christmas and Easter have lost their original meaning, we see how Satan has pulled the wool over the eyes of the church, Christians, and everyone else regarding Halloween. We have been told by so many Christians that they count it an honor to hand out Christian tracks, bibles, and other things to the children who come to their doors on October 31. While we applaud the effort to get the Word into the hands of the children on this day, why is it that we aren't seeing this kind of effort the remaining 364 days of the year?
Even if you do not share this stand of the Davis Family, please join us in prayer on this evening. We know that the power of God is SO MUCH MORE POWERFUL than the power of Satan! But the forces of darkness are working overtime on this night. If you are interested in some additional details of what takes place on nights like tonight, feel free to email us. (kjknc@yahoo.com) Or do your own reaserch on the web. Be VERY careful though, how you search. There are some horrific things available on the web.
For His Glory!
Today is October 31. An otherwise ordinary Tuesday. The kids went to school. The parents went to town to take care of several errands. Being Tuesday, things are all prepared for youth meeting. The mail came. Being the last day of the month, November's bills have been processed for payment. So what is the reason that we are asked "Why?"
Some people in America and even around the world are celebrating a special day known as "Halloween." This is not a special day to celebrate in the Davis home. But because so many people DO honor this day, we are asked "Why?" don't we celebrate.
As simply as possible, this is the reason. http://www.jeremiahproject.com/culture/halloween.html For understanding of some of the origins of this special day, which I will not call a "holiday," check out the link above. There you will find some details of the history of how Halloween came to be.
Long ago the Davis parents were convicted of their observance of this day. As children both of them participated in the festivities at school, in the neighborhood, and even in their churches. But as these parents grew in their relationship with Jesus Christ and gained knowledge and understanding of origins of special days and why they are celebrated, they decided to separate themselves and their family from the world's view of this day. "Holiday" means "Holy-Day." Halloween is EVERYTHING but holy.
The Bible tells us in 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22 "Test everything. Hold on to the good. Avoid every kind of evil." Ephesians 5:11 says "Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them." The Davis Family has the opportunity to expose the deeds of darkness when we are questioned about our not participating in Halloween. We have worked very hard over the years to share our stand on this without being critical of those who do not share our stand.
We do not condemn those who have not been convicted in the same manner that we have. That is not our job. But it is our responsibility as Christians to expose the truth of Satan. He has such an incresdible grip on our world on a daily basis. Why would we want to give him an entire day to his own?
In a world where celebrating Christmas and Easter have lost their original meaning, we see how Satan has pulled the wool over the eyes of the church, Christians, and everyone else regarding Halloween. We have been told by so many Christians that they count it an honor to hand out Christian tracks, bibles, and other things to the children who come to their doors on October 31. While we applaud the effort to get the Word into the hands of the children on this day, why is it that we aren't seeing this kind of effort the remaining 364 days of the year?
Even if you do not share this stand of the Davis Family, please join us in prayer on this evening. We know that the power of God is SO MUCH MORE POWERFUL than the power of Satan! But the forces of darkness are working overtime on this night. If you are interested in some additional details of what takes place on nights like tonight, feel free to email us. (kjknc@yahoo.com) Or do your own reaserch on the web. Be VERY careful though, how you search. There are some horrific things available on the web.
For His Glory!
Thursday, October 26, 2006
They Say It's Your Birthday!!!!!
Monday, October 23, 2006
Eeeeeeeeek!
This is supposed to repell rodents, expecially those related to "Mickey."
Tonight, it failed.
My beloved husband and my 16 year old son protected their women! They successfully cornered, captured, and ......um....did away with the rodent that violated my home.
I am so proud of them!
Tonight, it failed.
My beloved husband and my 16 year old son protected their women! They successfully cornered, captured, and ......um....did away with the rodent that violated my home.
I am so proud of them!
Friday, October 20, 2006
3 Hours After It Began...
2 3/4 inches! And still falling!
Come play with us!!!
Come play with us!!!
Less Than Minutes Later
Get this!!!! Let it snow!!!
Bring it on!
Bring it on!
What Do You See When You Look Outside?
This is what we see this afternoon!
So much for a bon fire tonight!
Thursday, October 19, 2006
It's Been Decided
The Tigers will face the Cardinals in the Series.
New York mourns tonight.
Of course, our house mourned many days ago with the loss of the Yankees. But, we will root for the Tigers in honor of our very special friends in Michigan.
New York mourns tonight.
Of course, our house mourned many days ago with the loss of the Yankees. But, we will root for the Tigers in honor of our very special friends in Michigan.
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
A Visit From the Past!
We had an incredible surprise today!
These precious people, Jim & Tish Kane, called to see if we were available for lunch. We haven't seen them in YEARS! God brought them into our lives for the first time during a very difficult time. It's amazing how God brings people to us at just the right moment!
God is so good!!!!
Saturday, October 07, 2006
It's a Sad Day in the Davis Home
Friday, October 06, 2006
Fall, Friends & Fire
The fall colors are very pretty this year.
Preston
Garrad
Justin
It was a beautiful night for a fire. Too bad we were out of marshmallows! In the distance we could hear the sounds of nature...particularly the donkeys who live down the street! Hee Haw!
