Last night was the VBS commencement service at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in Forest, MS. It was a wonderful night that began with a profession of faith. Yep, you heard me, began with a decision to follow Christ.

Before everyone arrived, a little guy that had made a decision on Wednesday came to the pastor and tol him about his cousin who had wanted to come forward earlier in the week but didn’t. The pastor asked if his cousin was there at the church yet and he was so he came in to see the pastor and prayed to receive Christ. Pretty cool to see the flag and Bible bearers consists of the 3 boys who made professions of faith that week.

We really received a special surprise at the conclusion of the service. There is a woodworking craftsman in the church. A new Christian who is fired up to serve. In appreciation of our service to the church, we were presented a hand crafted wooden (varnished cedar) cross that is absolutely beautiful and would be just as easily seen mounted in a church. We are so blessed. How thoughtful.

Following all the festivities, we loaded and drove on to Yazoo City, arriving around 10:30 p.m. This morning was “yard day” at Mr. Shurley’s house. We cut the yard and trimmed all the shrubbery. We will stay the night and leave out first thing tomorrow morning for round 3 of VBS in Tyler, TX.

Thank you for remembering us. Pry for hearts to be opened! We will be in touch!

Blessings,
John