2008 Has Come and Gone

For many people, 2008 represents a year of hard times, trials, and financial struggles. I've heard many people say that 2008 was the hardest year for them so far in many ways! Michael and I have also had our share of those trials and tribulations, but that's not what first comes to mind when I think of 2008. This past year, God has taught me to be more aware of how He's working in my life and the life of those around me! I've been so blessed this year to see God move in mighty ways! So, 2008 was a year that I will continue to praise God for! 

In 2008, I've seen God continue to stregthen my marriage to my wonderful husband, whom I am SOOO thankful for, and to bless us more than we deserve! We are so very thankful for His blessings and love. This past year, we celebrated 5 years of marriage. To celebrate we went on a cruise to the Bahamas with our good friends, Lauren and Keith. It was an amazing vacation and one that won't be forgotten! This past year, God has also blessed us with the ability to be able to build and own our own home again. What a blessing that has been! Thank you Lord for all your many blessings in our lives! 

God has also been at work in the lives of our youth at CrossPointe Church! Michael and I have seen God work in mighty ways in their lives and we are so glad that we've been a part of and a witness to God moving among them! Not only has our youth group grown in numbers, they have grown so much spiritually and that growth has been obvious to so many! We are so proud of our youth and their desire to know God more and to live for Him! 

God isn't just moving in CrossPointe youth though, He's very present in CrossPointe Church as a whole! We are so excited about what God is doing in and through CrossPointe and that He is allowing us to be a part of His grand plan there! CrossPointe has been such a tremendous blessing in our lives and we love watching God at work there. With 2008 behind us, and 2009 already under way, I'm excited about what this year holds for Michael and I and for CrossPointe Church!