I knew It Would Happen Sooner Or Later

When I started this blog, with every intention to update it multiple times during any week, I knew that eventually things would get too hectic and I would fail to follow through. That happened last week. Things were so busy and I had so much other stuff on my mind I neglected to even post a Friday Five for last week. The blog was not neglected without good reason though. Here's an update of the last few days of our lives.

Last Thursday - We had our monthly men's meeting at our church. Brother Dustin Copeland came and preached a wonderful message. The men's meetings have been such a tremendous blessing and help to the men of our church...and probably most of all to myself as their pastor.

Friday - We had the rehearsal dinner for Dean and Kellie's wedding. The rehearsal went very well and everyone involved seemed ready for the big day. During the rehearsal dinner, Addison got her first uninitiated kiss. One of the groomsman's little boy, who I believe is about 3, walked up to Addy G and planted one on her right on the lips. She just kind of stood there stunned for a minute looking at him like he'd lost his mind. It was great!

Saturday - I had the great privilege of officiating the wedding for Dean and Kellie and then it was off to the reception. The wedding was beautiful. Then it was off to the reception. It was a blast...and Addison danced herself silly. I even got to share a dance with my beautiful bride who still takes my breath away even today. I love you baby!

Sunday (yesterday) - We had two FANTASTIC church services! The Lord really blessed. Words really can't express how thankful I am for our church family. What a blessing to be a part of such an amazing body of believers!

Looking back over the last few days it's no wonder the blog was put on the back burner.

It's also been a while since I posted any pics of Addison, who turned 18 months old last Wednesday. Here's a couple of more recent pics.

Enjoying her first sucker


Being silly

Baby's First Ultrasound

This afternoon Teresa, Addison, and myself loaded up and took a trip to the baby doctor for the new baby's first pictures. Teresa and I were both very happy with the doctor who had a great personality and was very thorough. The best part, of course, was getting to see the new addition. Addison really didn't know what to think at first. She sat on my lap and was a little uneasy as the ultrasound tech started the ultrasound. As soon as the baby showed up on the monitor I pointed he or she out to Addison. At the point, she was fine. She just looked at the monitor with a look that can only be described as a cross between confusion and wonder. We are so blessed that both mommy and baby are doing so well. The doctor also said that Teresa's due date is exactly what we thought it to be, December 12th. Thanks to everyone who has been praying and please continue to do so! Here's a pic of the newbie.

The newest member of the Rogers family

Check at Teresa's blog for a couple of different pics.

"Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations." -- Jeremiah 1:5

Weekend Wrap-Up

I thought I'd do a quick recap of what our weekend has been like. There's a good chance that this will become another regular blog feature. So here's our weekend in a nutshell.

Friday night Teresa went to a wedding shower at the church. Addison and I hung out with Alvis and Carson at Stephanie and Alvis's house. We always have such a great time with the Richardson's.

Addison chiling out with her buddy Carson

Yesterday, we just had a family day at home. Teresa and I took Addison for a ride around the neighborhood in her wagon again. She really loves being outside! After lunch, we all took a pretty good nap before heading back outside for a while before coming back in.

This morning we got up and got ready for church as usual. When we went out to leave we made a surprising discovery. We had left the front drive and passenger windows down on the car. No big deal if it was pretty but not fun since it was raining, and had been for about two hours before our big discovery. We were blessed with two wonderful services at church. There's no way I can tell how much I appreciate our church family or what they mean to me.

Addison enjoying the desk that Bobby and Angela Metcalf gave her.
She LOVES it!

All in all, another truly wonderful work week. Now to look ahead to a new week.

Friday Five

Five Of My Favorite Pics On My Cell Phone

Shades baby!!

A great expression

Looking like a big girl

I love how she's standing

My girls

It probably comes as no surprise that every single one of these pics include Addison.

Addison Tours The Neighborhood

Addison in her wagon

Tonight Addison decided she wanted to ride in her wagon. She's not expressed much interest in her wagon since we moved so I couldn't resist honoring that request. In fact, I think she's only been in it once since the move and it was for just a short trip down the street. So, off we went on a nice little tour of the area around where we live. She loves being outside so she enjoyed very much. We went down our street and then up the street to Riverview before returning home. It was a nice chance to for Mommy to have some time to herself and for me and Addison to have some time for just the two of us. Thankfully, the wagon has two seats so that in the future Addison and I can take the new baby along as well.

"And they told him all the words of Joseph, which he had said unto them: and when he saw the wagons which Joseph had sent to carry him, the spirit of Jacob their father revived:" -- Genesis 45:27

I just couldn't resist including this verse since it mentions wagons.

East Tennessee Weather

After thoroughly enjoying two days of 70-ish degree temperatures on this past Saturday and Sunday, we in the Tennessee valley woke up to snow flurries and a light dusting on the ground this morning. Only in Tennessee can such a radical difference take place in such a short period of time. I don't think I can ever remember an April snow before though. If anyone else can then by all means feel free to refresh my memory. The good news is that warm weather is on the way and it should be beautiful again by this weekend...just in time for our Easter egg hunt at church on Saturday. Everyone is invited to come and join us at 11:00 on Saturday morning!

This pic wasn't taken this morning but I couldn't resist including a pic
of Addison in the snow.

"To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:" -- Ecclesiastes 3:1

Psalm 127:3

If the title verse is unfamiliar to you then I promise it will make sense, and be quoted, at the end of the post. Read on!

Teresa and I were just watching a video of Addison from 1 year ago when the title Scripture came to my heart. A year ago our little toddler wasn't even 6 months old yet. As we watched the video, a thousand thoughts and memories flooded my mind. Once again I was reminded, as I am thousands of times a day, of what a blessing it is to be entrusted with the joy that is Addison Grace. Having her in our lives is without a doubt one of God's greatest blessings. She never ceases to amaze and amuse me.

I'm also reminded of the great responsibility that comes with having such a blessing. It is our responsibility to teach and to train her up in the way that is pleasing unto the God that gave her. It's my sincere prayer that the Lord will help us to always raise her, not according to our on thoughts or ideas, but according to the precepts of the Word of God. She was, after all, His to begin with and still is His today.

Addison and me the night she was born

Addison and me about a month ago

"Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is His reward." -- Psalm 127:3


I've also got to give major applause to my beautiful wife for being such a wonderful mommy. She does such an unbelievable job. It's not easy to wear all of the hats that she wears but she does so with great skill. I love you babe!

Piney Grove Baptist Church

Here's a picture of the front of our church. Our service times are listed below. I am so blessed to get to be the pastor of such an amazing body of believers. The Lord has really really blessed and we look forward to seeing what else He has in store.

Service Times:

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.
Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.
Sunday Evening Prayer Room - 5:45 p.m.
Sunday Evening Worship - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Evening Worship - 7:00 p.m.

Monthy Singing - 1st Saturday Night of Each Month at 7:00 p.m.
Monthly Men's and Women's Meetings - Last Thursday Night of Each Month at 7:00 p.m.

Everyone is invited to any and all services and meetings. We hope to see you there!