Dear
Family and Friends, December 2012
“But
thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus
Christ.”What a
wonderful assurance we have in our Savior, Jesus Christ! He came and
conquered death with its strength and sting. Not only that, but he
also gave us
the victory over death through his incomprehensible sacrifice. Such
love is beyond our feeble understanding. All we can do is willingly
and lovingly offer him our lives in return, yet why would he want
them? Even for him to accept us in our filthy wretched state speaks
of his amazing love and grace. “Therefore,
my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the
work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in
vain.” I Corinthians 15:57-58 (ESV) May
we strive to be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of
the Lord in this forthcoming year. May our love of his great love for
us stir us to action in humble adoration of our King of Kings.
Another
year comes to a close and hints of another year just ahead. It has
been a blessed year for the Seth Streblow family with a variety of
happenings that whether seemingly good or bad, have culminated to
bring us where we are today – alive and well.
Seth
remains our faithful leader and provider, as well as our source of
many happy times together. He has taken up reading chapter books to
the children in the evenings which they all seem to enjoy with much
enthusiasm once they settle down from the excitement of “Papa's
home!” It has been wonderful to have him home a little more often
and before the children are in bed.
Charity
is very close to delivering
baby number four, due on the twenty-seventh of December. We are all
looking forward to our new arrival, and anticipate some happy
adjustments as we add another little one to the clan. School has been
a more aggressive learning experience this year since we have
graduated from just letters and numbers. Having a schedule helps keep
the home running smoothly.
Kevin
is our first grader this year, and enjoys history and music. He has
enjoyed being able to “help” Papa from time to time on Saturdays
with various projects such as clearing snow, or working at the shop.
His siblings look to him for ideas, and he is good about watching out
for them.
Makayla
is her mama's little helper – always ready to help do homemaking
things. She enjoys her dolls and is very excited to hold her new baby
brother or sister! Letters are still her primary hurdle in school,
though she has just started to put them together to form words.
Brennan
is our enthusiastic two year
old who enjoys using a growly voice to express himself to others. He
makes us all laugh and can get a bit carried away with it at times.
His mama enjoys his snuggles and company throughout the day.
Happy
holidays to you all! We rejoice with you as we celebrate the birth of
our Savior and look forward to the beginning of a new year.
Love
from,
Seth,
Charity,
Kevin,
Makayla, Brennan, & Baby
Streblow
