And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
~Romans 8:28

I've been thinking recently, reflecting of the sermon I preached on Romans 8. Jenny has been on my mind, no point in denying that. Even Jenn and Andrea will make a point about it every Monday in class because I would be wearing the scarf that Jenny made. Praise the Lord. But Romans 8 reminds us that all things God works for the good of those who love him. The is one reason I decided to start this blog with Jenny, to encourage each other to love him and to put Him first in our lives. That is the best way to guard our hearts, as in the verse that we both hold dearly:

"Above all else, guard your heart, for it affects everything you do."
~Proverbs 4:23

The second reason for this blog is for us to encourage each other on the calling God has for us - who have been called according to His purpose. The Lord has put intertwine our life stories together not only for our pleasure but for a greater purpose, that he will use us to carry out His will. And prayerfully as we embark on this journey together for as long as He allows, we will use this dialog to discover God's purpose and focus our relationship on our Maker.

Love and blessings,
Joel