On the Mountain

Last weekend our cross-country team traveled up to Chattanooga, TN and stayed at Fort Bluff Camp. The cool breezes, colorful trees, and high altitudes were amazing. I love the mountains!

Just walking around the camp, awed me. The mountain's beauty sang of God's glory. The people there call it The Mountain. "I hope you enjoy staying on the mountain. Or - While you are on the mountain-''. It was a good time where Christ was honored. People praised God, not man. I loved staying there.

"The heavens declare the glory of God;
    the skies proclaim the work of his hands." ~ Psalms 19:1

My sweet friends were such an encouragement. I am blessed.

The night before the race, we ate with the other runners and heard a guest speaker. His message, though very convicting, was a great blessing to hear. He talked about our sinful state. He addressed very clearly what it means to be ''dead to sin''. He told of Christ's salvation and of our purpose in life. It was a great reminder and I pray the Lord used it in many hearts.

Lovely friends.. ♥

 Here we go lining up. This was my last race. My last XC meet. I must say that I was very sad and many tears were shed. When you run a cross country meet, you not only have the pressure of your own conscience, but the accountability of your coach and team-mates urging you to go on. I will miss that and I will miss the love that I shared with the team.

 Go Spartans!

Devin's wedding

 

Sometimes I think the things that make life so beautiful are the things we can't see. God's love, kind words, friendship, laughter... Devin's wedding was filled with those things. Christ's joy lit up many faces and His love was poured out through the Word. I feel so blessed to know Devin and Justin. Their courtship has been such a joy to watch. Christ truly seems to be the center of their marriage and they both, I know, rely on Him. What a great example for the young people around them. 

The morning of, the bridesmaids gathered to get ready and spend our last girly time with "single" Devin.

Wedding Toms:

  Here Kat, the Maid of Honor, and I are singing, "Goin' to the Chapel" to the bride. Our harmony sounded pretty good, if I do say so myself. ;)

The bouquets were so pretty. This picture was taken just before.  

The Groom and his men...Waiting.

Rachel and I. (and Kaelan in the background!)

The ring....well, kinda. It was Joseph's ring to carry on the pillow. In actuality, it was a remake of the ring from Lord of the Rings! Ha.

This last picture was taken at the reception. It was so beautiful. Devin had a lovely fall-ish feeling and the pumpkins and popcorn added the perfect touch.

The wedding was such a great picture of Christ and His bride.  (Ephesians 5:25) Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.

Congrats Devin and Justin! May the Lord bless your marriage and future family.