Good News because of the GOOD NEWS!

This past week Hannah asked Jesus into her life!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so pumped! We were doing our family devotions using "The Way of the Master". After reading the ten commandments and coming to the conclusion that we have all sinned, we read, "If judgement day were today, would you go to heaven or hell?"
As my direction was pointed toward Noah, out of the corner of my eye, I noticed Hannah was crying. Huge tears were coming. For the first time, Hannah realized she was sinner and without Christ she was lost. She must have cried for about 30 minutes. The conviction of the Holy Spirit was so evident.
Confirmation of her decision came the next day when she asked Sarah, "What's next...what do I do next?" This gave us the opportunity to talk about her relationship with Christ and baptism.
I've been praying for so long that God would draw her near.
Sarah and I have been so careful in how we talk with our kids about salvation. One thing is we wanted it to be all God and not us. There would have been many times where we could have asked, "Would you like to ask Jesus into your life?" She would have said yes and it would been us, not the Holy Spirit drawing her to Himself.

God is so God. We continue to pray for Noah, Grace, and Elijah.

"I Would Die For You" Book

Pre-order Brent and Deanna Higgins book, "I Would Die for You"

at www.christianbook.com walmart.com, revellbooks.com or amazon.com. You can check out Brent's blog at www.prayforbj.com.

You will be challenged by the story of Brent and Deanna's son, who after coming home from the mission field, contracted a deadly virus.

I met Brent and Deanna earlier this year and had a chance to go with Brent to Mexico for few days on a short mission trip. What an incredible couple! As I have read his blog, I have been so encouraged and so challenged. To read the words of BJ, a fifteen year old, you will be challenged to GO.

Please be in prayer for them this month. It will be two years since BJ went Home to be with Jesus on September 26.

Congratulations to my brother

My brother Bobby, is the director of operations at Robyn Promotions(www.robynpromo.com). They were named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private companies in the country. Bobby has been with Robyn since almost the very beginning. Congrats, bro.!

Oklahoma City, OK (PRWEB) August 27, 2007 -- Robyn, a full-service print and promotions fulfillment company, was named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the country. The Inc. 5000, an extension of Inc. magazine's annual Inc. 500 list, catches many businesses that are too big to grow at the pace required to make the Inc. 500, as well as host of smaller firms. Taken as a whole, these companies represent the backbone of the U.S. economy.

Mervyn Hackney, President at Robyn said, "It is an honor to be recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in the U.S. Our growth is a testament to our incredible staff plus the addition of large businesses that entrust us to help manage their branded materials. We are indebted to both for our success."
Bobby Lehew, Director of Operations at Robyn said, "We have such a unique business concept, unparalleled in the printing and promotional products industry, that allows us to create printed and promotional materials for companies but also to close the loop and help manage these branded materials all the way through to distribution. With our creative capabilities and our advanced eCommerce Company Stores, businesses and organizations have entrusted us to manage their materials so they can focus on other priorities. The fact that the market is beginning to catch hold of this one-of-a-kind concept is very exciting for us."
The 2007 Inc. 5000 list measures revenue growth from 2003 through 2006. To qualify, companies had to be U.S.-based and privately held, independent - not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies - as of December 31, 2006, and have had at least $200,000 in revenue in 2003, and $2 million in 2006.

You can check out Bobby's website at www.bobbylehew.com

Mike Huckabee responds to evolution question

My vote is for Mike Huckabee-not just for this comment--but overall he is unwavering when it comes to following Christ.
A lot of people will disagree with me, but do we really think that Obama, Clinton, Giuliani, Edwards, or any other top candidate will guide this country from Christian morals or will they waver?
Our Allegiance to Christ should come before our allegiance to our government.
It's sad that we as believers have compartmentalized our faith and government. It's sad that when it comes to voting, we set aside our Christian standards.

Joel Osteen on the gospel

This video shows that Joel Osteen is wishy-washy in regards to the Gospel. He could have used this opportunity to share the Gospel, but it turns out that he is unsure of it himself. Many people are being led astray by him.

Allow me to re-introduce the Christ

Amen and Amen!

What a Great Summer!
I don't have much time to post right now, but wanted to give a short update and let everyone know we haven't fell off the face of the earth. Church, Falls Creek, Float Trip, ministry, family and other stuff have taken place all of this summer.
Tonight Sarah and I will be meeting with a missionary from India. My pastor, myself, and another guy from our church plan on going to India in January to make contact with our unreached people group.

Winner of the 2007 Sands Springs Fishing Derby: Noah Lehew!!

Today, Noah and I went the Sand Springs Fishing Derby sponsored by the Sand Springs Parks and he won! Noah caught a 2 lb. catfish and he won for the biggest fish in his age group(6-8) and then won the overall trophy for the biggest fish! Along with winning two trophies, he won a tacklebox and a new Zebco Fishing Rod!

The derby started at 8 a.m. and around 9 a.m., Noah caught the fish on his Tazmanian fishing pole--it wasn't even a regular fishing pole. Everyone ooohhed and aaahhed as we took it to get weighed in! It was very exciting.

Funny thing is it's the only fish he caught for the day. He had quite a few more nibbles, but nothing more than his 2 lb. catfish!

What an exciting day! I will post a picture of Noah and the fish later this week.

Nicaragua Mission Trip Pictures

Here are a couple of pictures from Nicaragua--what a great mission trip! Will post more later. Check out this baptism video in the Pacific Ocean---one of the highlights of my trip--getting to baptize David Jones! http://homepage.mac.com/melandjames/iMovieTheater6.html

Nicaragua or Bust!
Pray for me as I will be joining a group 40 others for a mission trip to Nicaragua. I will be leading students. I will be leading them in soccer and baseball along with two other men. Our plane leaves Saturday, May 5 at 1:04 p.m. and we return on Saturday, May 12 at 3:45 p.m.

IF SARAH GOT PAID IN DOLLARS FOR BEING A MOM AT HOME SHE WOULD MAKE $138,095

Survey: 10 jobs moms work would bring in $138,095 a year
Check out this article at http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/05/02/mothers.worth/index.html

I LOVE MY WIFE-thank you Sarah for all you do! YOU ARE WORTH MORE THAN $138,000--THANK YOU FOR INVESTING IN OUR CHILDREN!

Happy 3rd Birthday Elijah!

Elijah Turned 3 years old today! We went to Chuck E. Cheese, opened gifts and then went to the mall to play at the indoor playground!

Elijah is an incredible little guy! How thankful Sarah and I are to be his parents!

Happy 9th Birthday Hannah!

My oldest turned 9 years old today! She's getting older and I am getting old. It seems just like yesterday that we had her at the hospital in OKC.

For her birthday, she wanted to go to the mall, so we went to Build a Bear, the Disney Store and then she went shopping using her birthday money.

She then chose to eat at a Chinese restaurant in the mall. Grandma and Grandpa came over along with Uncle Scott and Aunt Amy!

It was a great day!

A Tribute to Families with Kids and Minivans

This is a tribute to all the moms and dads who have minivans!

Wooden Spoon Prank

This is hilarious!

Happy Easter!

These are words penned by my friend, Brent Higgins. You can check out more of his website at www.prayforbj.com. Brent's son, BJ, contracted a deadly disease while in Peru. I for some reason am drawn to BJ's life and Brent's writings. They seem to challenge me and stretch me. If you ever get to meet Brent, you will see Jesus in Him.

If Jesus was about to be crucified today, I fear many of us would be in the crowd shouting our approval to do away with the One we claim as Savior. We are so fluid in a crowd, and so inflexible before God.
We ascend to lofty positions in the church (in our own eyes) and refuse to bend our knees in private. The attitude many of us convey is one of "Jesus is my Lord as long as it serves my purposes."
When was the last time that we really studied the Bible? I don't mean read it, I mean study it verse by verse? Are we changed when we do or do we get up from studying and walk back into the same foolishness? Do we assimilate it like a college student cramming for a final only to forget it as soon as the test is over? Does it reverberate through our lives? Does our countenance reflect the Purity and Presence of Christ or the burdened heart of a beaten down believer?
We are celebrating Easter! The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead RESIDES in your heart!!! The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead is the same Spirit that is within you! There is so much POWER in this. Not your power but His. What is He accomplishing in our lives if we are overbooked, overbusy and underbelieving?He resurrected our lives that we would walk in His power! Are we? Or are we trudging through, reflecting a life no one would want?If His Holy Spirit is in you, then yield your unbelief, your achievements, and your personal goals. Allow Him to align your will with His. Walk in the power of Christ in you! You can do it...by His will, not by yours.

By His Stripes We are Healed! Praise the LORD!

Paul Washer - Shocking Message (full length)

A timely message for the church--shocking, yet truthful!

I LOVE my WIFE!

As I spent time praying for my family tonight, I realized that I am the most blessed husband and dad in the world.

My wife Sarah is the highlight of my life. I am always amazed by her. She probably doesn't realize this, but I watch her...I don't watch her to catch her doing anything, but simply watch her because I wish I was more like her. Her desire for God is such an example to me and this reflects in everything she does...the way she ministers to our kids, the way she handles herself, the way she puts everything into His perspective.

There have been many times when I come home from work after a grueling day and she always has the right thing to say to remind me who is in control--God. I know I do not do enough to appreciate her, but I am trying--trying to love her as Christ loved the church....boy do I have a way to go!

We've been married for almost 12 years, but it really doesn't seem that long. Yesterday, we celebrated our dating anniversary. We have known each other for 13 years! Our first date was to a Ricky Skaggs concert and Interurban--yes I said Ricky Skaggs and yes, we were the youngest people there!

Right now, Sarah is sleeping--she has been sick with cold and stomach stuff it seems since the beginning of January. She really is the most beautiful woman in the world. I am so thankful that I have someone like her--to know that our kids are safe secure under her care.

You may not know this, but Sarah homeschool's our children. She teaches Hannah who is in 3rd grade, Noah who is in 1st grade, and Grace who is in Pre-K. Elijah is into everything. People think homeschooling is not grueling, but my wife puts her heart into teaching our kids. The main reason we chose homeschooling is because we believe God gave us children to teach them and to raise them responsibly rather than allowing someone else. Why have kids and then allow someone else who doesn't have the same values raise your kids?...it doesn't make sense. (I'm done with my soapbox.)

I am blessed!

New Orleans/Nicaragua Mission Trip

On March 17-23, I will be leading our students and adults on a mission trip to New Orleans. We will be working alongside Celebration Baptist Church in their relief efforts. We are taking 38 students and adults. Please be in prayer for us!

I will be heading to Nicaragua, May 5-12 to share the love of Christ with them. We will be going to the village of Nueva Jerusalem, a village of about 4,000 people. I will be helping to lead the sports camp for teenagers. If you would like to support me going, you can send your donation to Ridgeway Baptist Church 7785 S. Hwy 97, Sapulpa, OK 74066. On the memo line, please write in my name: Mike Lehew, Nicaragua Mission Trip.

How Real Is Your FAITH?

A quote from a friend of mine, TJ, youth pastor at Erin Springs Baptist Church
Do you really believe what you say you believe? Do you really trust in Who you say you trust in? The reason I ask is because I see people all but kill themselves for other things like sports, band, school, work at home, or even gaming systems (I am not saying that these things are bad), even drop EVERYTHING else for one of these things but church "must and has" to take a back seat? I just wonder is "church" for some just a social and emotion experience to help them feel better and simply make them feel apart of something? Do we really have God on the mind on our way to church or some other person or activity? How REAL is your faith?!?!?!