July 27 – “After the storm”

About thirty-plus people braved the anticipated post-tropical storm winds and rain to gather for church yesterday.  Of course more were watching online.  The road to the beach in Jamaica Beach was completely flooded out.  There was not very much traffic between home and church either.  As it turned out we had a cloudy day, and the gentle Gulf breeze was blowing a bit breezier than usual, but no rains came down.

The music was particularly spot on and upbeat.  We even had guest guitarist Bobby back playing with the Praise Team.  We did miss Dianne (she was up in Houston) and Dale (He was hanging out with grandkids off the Island as well).  But Bobby, Jim, Corey, and Doug did a fabulous job.  Thanks, so much, guys.

After a quick lunch we settled in for an afternoon of Astros baseball.  Three games in and I think I might could get used to this again.  Of course they lost their first game of the year … to the worst team in baseball right now.  They had a chance to pull it out in the bottom of the ninth, though.  Three of the big-time sluggers struck out with the tying run in scoring position.  Trying too hard, I guess.  Oh, well.  Get ‘em tonight, boys.

Ephesians 3:12 says, “In and through faith in Him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.”

Father, thank you for the musicians you have blessed Seaside with.  They really make worship a special experience with you.  Amen.