Now that we are into April, Aaron and I are starting our next challenge. (By the way, we were both more than excited to have some sweet tea/soft drinks after Lent!) For April, we are reading the book of John. We are also challenging ourselves to tithe obediently. I must be honest, it is a struggle to even admit that we don't already. It's not that we don't give anything but we certainly don't give as we are capable of and should. In a post several weeks ago I quoted Luke 12:48:
From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded...
I know this verse can be applied in many ways that have absolutely nothing to do with money but for me, it was sort of a wake up call to reflect on my willingness to and attitude toward tithing. The attitude part is really crucial.
2 Corinthians 9:7
Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
Although we are using months as check points for reflecting on something new to focus on, I am noticing these "challenges" are becoming part of our daily lives... except for the giving up caffeine - that was a one time thing! ;) The point though is that these planned monthly goals have given us some direction and a place from which to start. I challenge you to reflect on where God might want you to pay special attention over the coming weeks and take action.
We went to see Little Big Town at The Palace. It was a great show! 
Mom and I joined Kelsey as she registered for her fast approaching wedding! I also picked out her wedding shower venue... SO excited! Sneak peak:
Aaron and I were baptized again via immersion are now members of Southeast Christian Church. It was pretty cool to get to share that experience with my husband!
Last weekend, we got to witness more than 50 people get baptized at SECC's Easter service (many of which were spontaneous). They ended up baptizing 779 people Easter weekend across their campuses which is amazing. It was such a cool thing to witness. Aaron and I had never seen anything like it.
We also had a great afternoon hiding and hunting Easter eggs with the cousins. Those cutie loved finding "monies" in the eggs.
Happy hump day, y'all! : )
