TODAY WITH MY SON JASON

Jason and I spent most of the day together today. He is moving forward with his life and has been very busy practicing for the Praise and Worship team most of the afternoon and evening. We continue to pray for him, and encourage him. We appreciate the prayers that have been prayed for him over this past week and the months before.

Lennie Mae Crossno Funeral Service

Sister Lennie Mae Crossno's funeral service and internment was held today at 2 pm. Thank God for this Sister who served the Lord faithfully for many years. One of her nieces who attended church with her as a child remembered the pastor at that time. She said, "I remember going to church with Aunt Lennie and the pastor was Leonard Hamm. Pastor Hamm was here in the 1950's. The upper sanctuary was contructed during his pastorate.

We continue to pray for the family of Sister Lennie Mae Crossno.

Susie Reynolds

Sister Susie Reynolds' surgery went well today. She had surgery for her rotator cuff in her shoulder today. She came back home around 4 pm today but was in some pain. We continue to pray for her recovery.

Cathy Coleman Update

Sister Cathy's Husband, Mike, came by this morning. He came home for a day or so from the Shepherd Center in Atlanta, where Sister Cathy is in rehabilitation. Mike reported that Cathy is beginning to remember things a little at a time and one day spoke his name. He reported that she is progressing quite well but has some moderat to severe brain injuries on both sides of her brain from the accident. When she hit on the right side of her skull, the fall also affected the left side from the backlash of the brain in the skull cavity. The prognosis is that she will continue to improve as the brain heals over the next year. However, there is no clear prediction of how much she will regain in memory and ability to perform work.

We continue in prayer for Sister Cathy and her family. We serve a mighty God who does miracles.

LENNIE MAE CROSSNO

The following is directly from the obituary of Dilday Funderal Home. . .


Mrs. Lennie Mae Crossno, 90, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at the McKenzie HealthCare Center.

Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Dilday Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Christian Chapel Cemetery. Brother Milton Gordon will officiate the services.

Mrs. Crossno was born November 20, 1917, in Carroll County, Tennessee, to the late Marion and Maybelle (Kelly) Dill. She was a member of the Church of God of Phophecy and a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Hershel Crossno and a son, Billy Crossno.

She is survived by two sons, Alton Crossno, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, Ray Crossno, of Atwood, Tennessee, her husband, James Sayles, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, a sister, Hildred Gray, of Huntingdon, Tennessee. She also leaves eight grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 5 PM till 9 PM in the Chapel of Dilday Funeral Home and on Wednesday from 8 AM till time of services.

Passing Of Sister Lennie Mae Crossno

Donna Crossno called this morning to tell us that Sister Lennie Mae Crossno died during the early morning hours today. She was member of the Huntingdon Church of God of Prophecy for many years. She is the mother of Alton Crossno, Donna's husband, and grandmother of Donna and Alton's children, Denise Pyburn and Delilah Mummel. Other family members and arrangements will be posted as information is received. The family request prayer during htis time.

Visits Today and Prayer Requests

Sister Lennie Mae Crossno was resting when I went by McKenzie Rehabilitation Center. She desires prayer for shortness in breathing. She thanked me for coming. She does not remember me each time I come but is very kind and receptive. We had a season of prayer together.

J. E. Moore came to mow the property on Northwood Drive. I went by for a while to help move some limbs and tools out of the way of the mower. Thank you Deacon Moore for doing this for the church.

Donna Crossno came by to take care of some church business. Thank you, Sister Donna, for taking the work of Clerk and Treasurer while Sister Cathy Coleman is in rehabilitation.

Cathy Coleman has been in the Shepherd Rehabilitation Center in Atlanta for over a week now. Her mother, Mildred Lawrence, informed the church Sunday that Cathy called her husband, Mike, by name this past week. She is making progress and the recent prognosis is that doctors report her mental faculties could show daily increments of improvement for as long as a year or more. The progress is daily. She has been admittted for the three month program or for when she improves to a certain level - which ever may come first. We continue in prayer for Sister Cathy and her family.

Visits Yesterday & Prayer Requests

After Sunday morning service, Karen and I were invited to have lunch with Stanley and Judy Reynolds, which we enjoyed very much. We enjoyed the fellowship and laughter. Brother Stanley has been in a wheel-chair since the 1980's but continues to serve the Lord. Sister Judy has been faithful in caring for him.

Karen and I visited with Jennie Sanders yesterday afternoon Sister Jennie is feeling much better after having a sinus infection. We always enjoy visiting one of the eldest senior members who is 89 years young and has been a great prayer warrior throughout the history of the Huntingdon church. Sister Jennie has been a tremendous encouragement to us in the ministry here. She is one of God's jewels.

After church last night several folks went out to eat. We enjoyed fellowshipping with Paul and Josie Rivera, Susie Reynolds, Santana, Nicole and Celinas. Thank God for times of fellowship.

Donna Crossno requests prayer for strength on her new job and the work of serving as Clerk/Treasurer.

Special Move of The Spirit Today!

Today we were blessed with a powerful move of the Holy Spirit. My son, Jason, testified that he knelt in the back room of where he works and gave his heart and life to the Lord. He testified that he desires to completely follow the Lord and serve Him only. The presence of compassion and the spirit of love was very evident. Jason shared that the Holy Spirit had dealt with him in a special way a few weeks ago during a Sunday morning service and he ignored what the Holy Spirit wanted for him. He testified that he realized this led to more failure in his spiritual and moral life. He asked the church to pray for him and forgive him. He also stated that he did not want to play or sing until he had come back to the Lord and also ask the church to forgive him. After this, God's Spirit was intensive. The worship time was charged with God's presence.

Others began to testify and ask for prayer for loved ones who are bound in Satan's traps and their own fleshly, willful lifestyles. We believe the spirit of revival and evanglism has come to our local church. To God be glory!

Tonight the presence of the Lord continued to pervade the service as people worshipped and lifted their voices and hearts in praise. Two teens, Santana and Nicole, testified to accepting Christ in their hearts and lives. TO GOD BE GLORY!

Visits Thursday and Prayer Requests

J. E. and Marie Moore are continuing to improve. Sister Moore's ability to walk is getting better and the burn that Brother J. E. received from a welding accident is getting better. He is also seeing progress on the pulled knee ligaments from a tractor accident. We had a lengthy visit and time of prayer. We are continuing to pray for them.

Donna Crossno is enjoying her new job at the Huntingdon Recycling Center. I dropped by very briefly to give her some information. She was appointed and confirmed by the church as Assistant Clerk/Treasurer and served to help Sister Cathy Coleman. Sister Donna continues to serve while Sister Cathy Coleman is in rehabilitation at the Shepherd Center in Atlanta. Sister Donna continues to request prayer for her husband, Alton, and daughter, Delilah. Her father and mother continue to desire prayer as well.

Chuck Burks requests prayer. He is having some testing done next week. A recent doctor report showed that he is highly anemic and possibly loosing blood somewhere. We continue in prayer for this request.

Yesterday, I traveled to Nashville for a follow-up doctor's appointment with my urologist. I continue to have fair health but must have my kidney's and urinary tract monitored frequently. Prayers are appreciated.

Karen and I drove back to Huntingdon this afternoon and were with our Son, Jason, last night. He desires continued prayer. We also desire continued prayer during this time.

Relevant Church Humor

A minister waited in line to have his car filled with gas just before a long holiday weekend. The attendant worked quickly, but there were many cars ahead of him. Finally, the attendant motioned him toward a vacant pump. 'Reverend,' said the young man, 'I'm so sorry about the delay. It seems as if everyone waits until the last minute to get ready for a long trip.' The minister chuckled, 'I know what you mean. It's the same in my line of work.'

Visits Yesterday

Dallas Reynolds continues to improve some from major back surgery. He continues to desire prayer. He is planning to attend church when he gets well enough and, I understand, he is an accomplished lead guitar player. He has stated that he wants to come and play. I certainly look forward to hearing him playing in church with us. We enjoyed a good time of visit and prayer together.

Leon Reynolds is doing much better after surgery according to his wife Susie Reynolds. She and, daughter, Josie Rivera were home when I visited there. Susie says that Leon is doing much better and had gone to take care of some business. We continue to pray for him.

My son, Jason, desires prayer. We are praying for him and desire prayer also.

God's Goodness

Think with me a moment about God's goodness. There is a song that says, "He's not good just some of the time, He's good all the time." Man at his best is rotten to the core. Ever since the fall there has not been one that could boast of being good part of the time or all the time. But, God is good all the time. The Scriptures tell us that some people called to Jesus and said in part, "Good Master." Jesus responded, "why are you calling me good, there is none good but the Father." Even Jesus would not be addressed as "good." Of course we know that Jesus "did no sin, neither was guile found in His mouth," but He would not be addressed as "good."

God had every right and still has the right to destroy man off the face of the earth and did destroy most of them in the flood in Noah's day. He also threatened to destroy all of Israel during the wilderness wanderings. Yet, he continues to show forth His mercy and grace through His Son's death, burial and resurrection. The next time someone says that's a "good" person. . .maybe they should consider "good" compared to whom. . . .and maybe everyone should consider that Jesus would not accept the title of "good" while he was on this earth.

Thank God for Jesus Christ and His righteousness. "There is none (man or woman) righteous, no not one. . . ." "Man's righteousness is as filthy rags." Any righteousness mankind has can only be attributed to God through Jesus Christ. . . "Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness. . ."

Harriman, TN - Pastor

Today, Karen and I were blessed to be with the folks at Harriman Church of God of Prophecy. My brother, Tony Cathey, is now the official Pastor of the church there. We enjoyed being in the commissioning/installment service with Tony and his family. Area Presbyter, Bishop Denny Ledford very capably moderated the service. He asked me to bring the message. I enjoyed, very much, sharing in this time of Tony's ministry.

The Holy Spirit blessed throughout the service. It was a joy to be with Tony, his family, mom, sister, and two great niece. Our prayers continue with Tony, his family and the church at Harriman.

Upcoming Posts

For the next couple weeks posts will be less frequent. Karen and I are taking a couple weeks to travel some, be with family and rest some and have some leisure time. Our prayers continue for the church family at Huntingdon. Emergencies can be directed to my cell phone.

Michael W. Smith - Healing Rain (Legendado)

Update

Sunday's service was mixed with times of tears, testimonies and shouts.

First, Mike Coleman, came to share with the church. He shared the improvement of his wife, Sister Cathy Coleman. He shared with us how she is now saying short phrases and is now focusing some with her eyes. She is also able to walk with assistance. Mike also informed us that the doctors have suggested that Sister Cathy has moderate to severe brain damage in the area that regulates memory and speech. Mike suggested that the doctors were vague about this and there will be more information after other assessments. We appreciate Mike and his family and continue to pray for Sister Cathy and family. There was a great time or prayer and compassion shown during this time. Mike expressed his deep appreciation for the calls, prayers, cards, gifts of money and food. She has been registered and is scheduled to enter the Shepherd Rehabilitation Center in Atlanta. We continue to pray for this family.

The morning service was charged with the presence of the Lord. All ages were worshipping and rejoicing in the Lord. The youth that attended youth camp were present involved in the worship and the children were very involved in children's church. Thank God for a great time in the Lord. We continue to seek the Lord for a breakthrough revival at Huntingdon.

Karen and I visited with Sister Cathy later Sunday evening and we found tremendous improvement from just one week ago. Thank God! We continue to believe the Lord has Sister Cathy in his hands. What may seem horrible and unfair can be turned into something awesome for the glory of God.

On Monday, I visited with Dallas Reynolds in Nashville Baptist Hospital, who was released to go home. I also visited with Leon Reynolds at his home in Huntingdon. These brothers have both had serious surgeries. They are both recovering well. We continue to remember them in prayer.

Today, I was blessed to have lunch with my three daughters, Danita, Heather and Sarah and three grandchildren, Courtney, Caleb and Aviana.

Through The Fire ~ Crabb Family

Update On Sister Cathy Coleman

This morning, Cathy’s husband Mike, reported that the tracheal tube and catheter have been removed. He reported that she has walked some and has said a few words. He reported that Sister Lawrence heard her say, “Hi Mom.” He also reported that she responded to Angie on the phone with the words, “I love you.” He also reported that she is being considered for an assessment for possible placement in the Shepherd Traumatic Brain Injury Rehab Center in Atlanta. Doctors have reported to the family that she has some brain injury but the extent of the injury is unknown at this time. She says simple words at this time and has walked some with assistance. THANK GOD for this great improvement in Sister Cathy. Let us continue to pray for Sister Cathy’s complete recovery.

A silent auction is being held to help the family with expenses. Sister Cathy was an avid photographer. Several of her photos will be on display at the Jackson Regional Hospital in the back of Rachel's Cafeteria. The silent auction to bid on the photos will begin on Sunday July 13 (tomorrow at 2 pm) and will end on Sunday July 20. Proceeds will go to the hospital bill.

Dallas Reynolds

Dallas Reynolds first phase of back surgery went well this morning. He is in recovery and will be in a room later today. He was thanking the Lord during a time of prayer this morning before the surgery. I appreciate this man and the opportunity to minister to him. He has been supportive of the church and our family.

He will have a second surgery this Friday. His sister, Diana Lankford, was with him today. Dallas lives alone and has no children or family other than siblings. Brother Leon Reynolds is his brother. Continued prayer is appreciated.

Update Cathy Coleman

This morning, I spoke with Mike, Cathy's husband. He reported no significant changes in her condition. For the past several days, she has her eyes open, moves her hands, arms, legs and feet but has no significant eye contact and has not spoken. She does squeeze her left and right hand when someone prompts her or touches her hand. We continue to pray for a miracle for Sister Cathy and the family. Please join me in prayer.

Karen's Mother - Rosa Lee Tyler

Late yesterday evening Karen and I visited with her mother. Rosa Lee Tyler is 81 years old and continues to be very active. She bowls three times a week and drives her Honda Van all over Clarksville. We enjoyed visiting and sharing some pictures of Aviana and Sarah with her. We also enjoyed sitting on her front porch and watching the humming birds. I could not count all the hummingbirds that came to sip the nectar from the six feeding bottles she has for them. What an awesome sight to view these birds as they zoom around, stopping in mid-air and taking off in a flash - what a special creation of the Creator. She also gave Karen some flowers to plant. She has always been supportive of our marriage and continues to tell us what she told us before we got married. She said then and now, "take care of each other." She lives alone and continues to care for herself. Recently she told Karen that she is not afraid to die. Karen and I have prayed for her for years. We love her very much.

Visits and Prayer Request

Jimmie Davis gave Karen and I a warm greeting today as we visited with him. He continued to request prayer for his cousin, Richard Hammett, who is in Jackson General Hospital with a brain aneurysm.

Karen and I enjoyed a brief visit with J. E. and Marie Moore and Don and Kathy VanMeter. Brother J. E. gave us some fresh corn from his garden. We love these folks very much.

Dallas Reynolds, Leon Reynolds' Brother, called requesting prayer. He is scheduled for the first surgery to replace disks in his back. He will be at the Baptist Hospital this coming Wednesday morning for surgery. Join me in prayer for this request.

STEVE GREEN BROKEN AND SPILLED OUT

Special Thanks To Pastor Terry Lowery and The Old Hickory, TN Church

Recently my daughter, Sarah, and granddaughter, Aviana, relocated to the Hermitage/Old Hickory, TN area - Sarah has been accepted at TSU to continue her Early Childhood Education Degree. They had been with us since January and the people here at Huntingdon love Sarah and Aviana. Sarah made the decision to move and live on her own even though she could have remained with us. Karen and I helped her find a place and have continued to help her until she "gets on her feet." We miss them but are thankful they are doing well.

Sarah began looking for a church to attend. After attending a couple of churches she later attended the Old Hickory, TN church. She received a warm welcome and immediately felt accepted. This past Sunday Sarah and Aviana were invited home by a couple at the church and were taken with them to grill out and fish at the Old Hickory Lake.

The church has assisted her with some financial help and Pastor Lowery and wife have been very encouraging to Sarah and Aviana. They have also offered to help her with some furniture and appliance needs.

Sarah has been asked to teach a children's class and work with children.

THANK YOU! Pastor Lowery and the folks at the Old Hickory, TN Church.

Sunday, July 6, 2008, Church, Visits and Prayer Requests

Today's service was especially blessed with the presence of the Lord and a great worship atmosphere. Jason sang a new song and was overtaken by the presence of the Lord. He wept as he sang and could hardly continue for the sweet presence of the Lord. Sister Susie Reynolds requested prayer for her youngest daughter as she wept. We joined in prayer to anoint a cloth to be placed near her daughter. There is a genuine spirit of compassion moving among us. We are experiencing the passion of our Lord to minister and care for those who are in need of the Savior. Many of our people are sick or going through recovery from injuries but God is still God and we know that He will lead us on with victory. He still saves.

Brother Leon Reynolds continues to recover from cancer surgery and is now up and walking. Several of the folks from church visited with him after church today. We offered prayer and encouragement to him and his family. Karen and I were invited to stay and eat lunch with them. It was an enjoyable visit. We love and appreciate this family. We join together to continue in prayer for his complete recovery and return to church and being able to work and take care of his family.

Sister Cathy Coleman is now out of ICU and in a private room. She is moving around some with her hands and feet and her eyes are open. She has not spoken but nods her head at times. Karen and I visited with her and prayed with her. She continues to need prayer that her all her mental faculties and motor skills will return and that she can return home and be with her family. We join together to continue in prayer for this family.

I visited and pray with Richard Hammett in the ICU at Jackson Regional Hospital. He is the nephew of Sister Willodene Davis. Mr. Hammett has a brain aneurysm and he and the family request continued prayer.

Give Me Jesus by Fernando Ortega

Pictures From Visit With My Mother and Uncle

Karen, Sarah, Aviana and I vistied with my mother and family the past couple days.

My mother, Beatrice Cathey. Caught in in a lighter moment. She teaches the Senior Adult class at her home church. Church of God of Prophecy, Crab Orchard, TN.
Karen, enjoying the cool breeze and view of Daddy's Creek.
Sarah, Aviana and myself taking a paddle boat ride.
The mountain creek water was cold but refreshing. It doesn't look deep, but is over my head in several places.
Uncle Delano Thompson (mom's brother) and wife Carolyn riding their Kawasaki four-wheeler. Their property is where we enjoyed being on the creek bank. He is a Deacon at the Crab Orchard, TN Church of God of Prophecy.

Sevaral Days Have Gone By. . .

Several days have past since the last post. . .

Sister Cathy Coleman has now been moved to a private room and is out of the ICU. She is improving daily and has responded with right and left had squeezes. She has opened her eyes but had not spoken as of yesteday when we spoke to her daughter. She is breathing on her own now without the ventilator.

Brother Leon Reynolds is continuing to recover from surgery at home.

Karen and I worked in Youth Camp this past week. We enjoyed helping in the kitchen and being night watch. Brother Paul and Sister Carroll Shull were great directors and we enjoyed working with them.

Yesterday (July 4) and today (5th) we have visited with my mother and two uncles and an aunt in Crab Orchard, Tennessee. We enjoyed being with them on my Uncle Delano's property next to Daddy's Creek. It was fun taking my daughter, Sarah, and my granddaughter, Aviana, out on the paddle boat. I enjoyed swimming, fishing and paddling the boat.

Later today we are headed back to Nashville and Huntingdon.