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Around the Supper Table

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We gather around our supper table daily to share with family. Not only do we enjoy the hugs and laughter, but it gives us an opportunity to share our journey so that we can strengthen and encourage one another.

We have created this blog in hopes that our struggles, and sometimes revelations, can help you. We know that life can be difficult, but it is only through Him that we “live, and move, and have our being . . .” (Acts 17:28).  He hasn’t taken our struggle from us, but He has given us purpose in our struggles that we may help each other.

In Matthew 11:28-30 it reminds us to, “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

If you want to understand our thoughts behind a blog, get to know the author more, or you’d just rather listen to us, join us on YouTube where we read our blogs, then discuss them with another member of the family, usually Pa.  Trials and Triumphs is also on YouTube.

We also share daily Bible verses on YouTube that are available through phone calls if you contact us.  These daily verses, and the original commentary, are shared by every member of our farm family from the youngest child to the eldest leader.  We pray that the thought and prayers that go into preparing these verses and blogs touch you with God’s truth and love, and we appreciate feedback and prayer requests.

Around the Supper Table #8 – Introduction of Jeremiah

My name is Jeremiah. I am the youngest son of Mike and brother to Lee Riggins who have both written previous articles. In my turn “Around the Supper Table” I struggled with what stood out about my story that would..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #7 – Sunshine is 18 Years Old

My baby girl, oldest grandchild, and namesake just turned 18 – Michaela Sarai. Michaela is from my name, and Sarai is from Nana’s name (Sarah). Wow, when she was born, I was sure that I did not know how to..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #6 – Introduction of Lee

During this age of COVID, we are facing so many uncertainties in life. It seems everyone has an agenda, and it’s not to bring people together, but to separate, isolate, and divide. I hope that you have a strong family,..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #5 – Happy 4th of July: Jesus the Rock, Not Man

We had a wonderful 4th of July. The kids love the fireworks at the farm; it brings back memories. Looking forward I really get concerned. We are facing a greater threat to our country’s independence since World War II. Our..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #4 – Introduction of Kati

As a child, I was shy, the kid that sat in the corner and watched others play, because I was so afraid of how to interact with my peers.  If given a job to do, I would step in and..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #3 – Happy Father’s Day: Choose Drama or Purpose

Do you ever just step back and ask yourself, “What in the world is going on?” There is an old expression I remember my mother saying, “What is the world coming to?” I am glad she has passed and is..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #2 – Rebekah’s Baptism

I was worried that I wasn’t ready to be saved, because I didn’t feel any different than I did before. I felt like I always loved God. So, I talked to my parents about it. They said that I would..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #1 – Introduction of Pa

Hi, I am not familiar with this thing - to talk to people in a “blog.”  I am more of a face-to-face person . . . but here goes. I am Pa, according to my 8 grandchildren.  Dad and Michael..... Read More