Gulf Shores 2009
This past week, Mandy and I had the opportunity to take the girls down to Gulf Shores, AL. It had been quite a long time since I had been down there, but we all thoroughly enjoyed our vacation time there. We did spend time on the beach, and for those of you who know me, I hate the beach. However, it is hard to not have fun with the Johnson girls, no matter where you are. So, aside from a little bit of sunburn, some salt water in the face, and a few meltdowns in going to and from the beach, our time spent there was great. Here are some of our pictures from our time there. ...
Read MorePhotos of the Newest Johnson Girl!
Today Mandy and I found out that the Lord is adding a new baby girl to our family! We are so excited to welcome girl #3 into the Johnson family. God is so good. Everything looked great according to the ultrasound and the due date has moved up a few days to September 21. Additionally, Mandy and I have agreed that we really do like the name “Lily” for a first name. No middle name has been decided however. Here are some pictures from the ultrasound today! One funny story from our time in the doctor’s office involved Gracie (of course). When she saw the pictures of Lily on the...
Read Moreten ways parents contribute to the corruption of their children
Throughout youth ministry, I have talked to many, many students who seem to have a rough relationship with their parents. For anyone with teenagers, they would probably say that it is one of the roughest times in that child’s growth and development. Many of the issues can be prevented if parents begin early addressing issues by dealing not simply with actions, but addressing the problems of the heart.My wife and I have received a great deal of instruction and encouragement in this area through books by Ginger Plowman, founder of Preparing the Way Ministries, who has written such...
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