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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 #23 – Love and Empathy

14 Mar, 2021
We recently lost a newborn piglet despite all of the pampering from the kids. If it could have been loved back to life, it would be the healthiest animal on the place, but that was not its purpose. Although sad,..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #22 – Introduction of Kelli

14 Mar, 2021
Turning 60 two years ago and having back surgery in the same year has given me some time for self-reflection. God has blessed me with amazing health my entire life. Instead of giving God glory for it, I have taken..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #21 – Sanctuary: A Place of Safety

14 Mar, 2021
Some years ago, a psychiatrist created a little test to determine people’s well-being. It was 4 sentences that describe people in various states of mental health: I’m OK, you’re OK. I’m not OK, you’re OK. I’m OK, you’re not OK...... Read More

Around the Supper Table #20 – Introduction of Dan

14 Mar, 2021
I learned pretty quickly that there would be problems attending the Narcissists Anonymous meetings—us narcissists just can’t keep anonymous. The chapter quickly folded. I’m Dan, married to Jill, who I met at the Chi Alpha Christian ministry in college and..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #19 – Kingdom of God is Eternal

14 Mar, 2021
Good morning. Well, it is less than 500 hours until the presidential election. I believe that is weighing heavily on almost everyone’s mind. We hope “our guy” wins. Many people think that if “their guy” doesn’t win, then the nation..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #18 – Introduction of Alisa

14 Mar, 2021
As I sit here and think about what I want to say, I struggle to find the right words. I think that I have started this about a dozen times. I wonder if anything I have to say even matters?..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #17 – Religion and Politics

14 Mar, 2021
I hear the phrase, “faith over fear.” I say that is manipulation, not true caring for each other. The coronavirus has brought out the best and worst in so many people. I think it is and has been one of..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #16 – Introduction of Erin

14 Mar, 2021
In times like today, worry seems to be everywhere. Worry about corona-virus. Worry about the economy. Worry about the upcoming election. And in a world where we have no control, the only one who can rid us of worry and..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #15 – Give and it Shall be Given

18 Mar, 2021
Picking the garden early this morning reminded me that fall is upon us, and winter will soon follow. It was a true blessing to see all the vegetables and melons ripen this year. Nothing is sweeter than to cut a..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #14 – Introduction of Michaela

18 Mar, 2021
Hi, my name is Michaela Sarai Riggins, but if you ask my Pa, I’m known as Sunshine. I am the oldest of the grandkids by 6 years, all of which I spent being spoiled rotten. I am 18 years old,..... Read More