Around the Supper Table

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Around the Supper Table

Pastor Mike, Dad, Pa, . . . whatever you call him shows the relationship that you have with him. Over the years, Pa has carried out the mission that Christ gave him when he first called him to the ministry, “Tell them that I love them.” As a result, he’s been instrumental in helping to heal people through God’s love, but the ministry that has probably given him the most return on his love investment has been his family.

Mike and Sarah have been married for more than 50 years now and raised two sons, Christopher and Jeremiah. Later in life, they adopted their third son, Lee, and all three boys are now guiding their families in the Christian faith. Since retiring from pastoring a church, these blogs are the result of Pa and the family he’s created in his current ministry wanting to share our life with others in hopes that they will serve Christ as well.

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 each member of our farm family from the youngest child to the eldest leader. We pray that the thoughts 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 #79 – The Cost of Friendship

22 Dec, 2021

Check the box, ring the bell, I walked to the front of the church, prayed the sinner’s prayer, and was baptized shortly thereafter. I can remember the feel of the conviction to give my heart to Christ like it was..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #78 – Wait on God

16 Dec, 2021

I think that sometimes whenever God says, “Not right now,” it’s almost more difficult than a “No.” I’m a very all-or-nothing person. I’ve always been like that, so when God says, “Not right now. Wait.” I really struggle. It’s like..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #77 – Abandoning My Obligation

8 Dec, 2021

Jesus is my friend. I struggle to wrap my mind around that thought. It seems so audacious. God is above me. How can we even be friends? Friendship is a free association, and my religious background has always emphasized guilt..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #76 – Thankful for ALL Things, Even Anxiety

1 Dec, 2021

As we leave the season of thanksgiving behind us, I am still pondering on the things I am thankful for in life. Of course, the most commonly referenced come to mind: family, health, etcetera, and I am very thankful for..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #75 – Thanksgiving

25 Nov, 2021

It’s awesome that this is the week of Thanksgiving. Just the name implies there is something to expect when we apply the word Thanksgiving to our lives. Jesus celebrated Thanksgiving every day that he gave thanks to the God of…..

24 Nov, 2021

We have been honored and blessed to work with several churches and organizations this year in order to continue our ministry. We are thankful to each of them as they have coupled with us to be a light for Christ..... Read More

Around the Supper Table 2021 Customer Appreciation

23 Nov, 2021

To our customers, we could not continue our business and ministry without y'all. We love hearing from y'all, especially when you just want to share a special moment in your life or ask for prayer. Hug your family close this..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #74 – God is with us. Are we with God?

18 Nov, 2021

Music has been an outlet for me to deal with a lot of things over the years. Playing guitar is relaxing and is nearly medicinal at times. I can sit down angry and frustrated, anxious, depressed, grieving, or feeling lost,..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #73 – Choosing Jesus

10 Nov, 2021

Hello. Welcome back to Strength from Grace, a podcast for the young warrior. I’m Michaela Riggins. As always, I’d like to give a special thank you to Sanctuary Family Farms, and I’m so glad you could join me this week...... Read More

Around the Supper Table #72 – Autopilot

3 Nov, 2021

Since helping more on the farm, there has certainly been seasons and waves to things. The garden starting and stopping, different topics that God has been teaching me, a struggle that alleviates and another pops up. Certainly, a lot of…..

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