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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.

Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

29 Mar, 2021
Print This recipe was perfected trying to use excess pumpkins that we grew the previous fall. After we filled jar after jar with canned pumpkins, Nana wanted to try a recipe.  Of course, you can use store-bought canned pumpkins if..... Read More

Dill Pickles

29 Mar, 2021
Print This is one of Nana's many pickling recipes. It can be used with cucumbers like the recipe is written, or she uses it to make pickled okra. If she does okra, she uses pint jars and processes it for..... Read More

Pie Crust

29 Mar, 2021
Print This is a classic that Nana has developed over the years and made her own. She uses this recipe to make her homemade quiches and chicken pot pie.  Need dessert ideas as well?  Nana has shared her egg custard..... Read More

Pecan Pie

29 Mar, 2021
Print This dessert is commonly served during fall holidays in the south as we love our pecans and the huge trees they grow on.  As with many of Nana's recipes, this one did not come to her in this condition. ..... Read More

Parmesan Pork Chops

29 Mar, 2021
Print YUM!! Does it seem overwhelming to turn fresh pork chops into a mouthwatering main dish? Try this simple and delicious recipe on any weekday, and your whole family will thank you.  If you'd rather grill outside, try Nana's Pork..... Read More

Okra Gumbo

29 Mar, 2021
Print Nana calls this recipe gumbo, but it is usually served as a side unlike the traditional gumbo. She made it recently with zucchini instead of okra, and it was still delicious. Have fun with this, and continue to share..... Read More

Nana’s Pesto

29 Mar, 2021
Print Nana uses our fresh basil to make homemade pesto. The pesto is added to many dishes for a deeper flavor including her spaghetti squash (microwaved or baked), buttered noodles, and zucchini spirals. It is especially good when she spreads..... Read More

Not So Traditional Chili

29 Mar, 2021
Print Chili is best served on cold, or chilly, days.  Am I right?  What a better way to warm up and feel comfortable than with a bowl of chili with GREEN CHILIS?  Make it even more filling and delicious with..... Read More

Nana’s Hot Sauce

29 Mar, 2021
Print Nana shares her hot sauce recipe.  She loves making it when our garden is producing tomatoes, jalapenos, and cilantro. Yum!  We've got more creative ways to use our garden jalapenos as well: cowboy candy, not so hot green sauce,..... Read More

Mexican Cornbread

29 Mar, 2021
Print This dish is such a treat, especially if you are trying to warm up from working outside.  This is a fall comfort food that makes a delicious meal all by itself, or you can serve it with a pot..... Read More