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  • Andy + Natalie

    The Path to Truth & Beauty

    July 16, 2018July 31, 2018

    We almost missed this moment. A pretty serious hike led us to one of the most beautiful hidden beaches in Maui. A local fave. We had to go. But the trail was so dangerous and SO uncertain. I knew it would be worth it if we just pressed on. The path to truth & beauty

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  • Andy + Natalie

    marriages need to remember

    August 16, 2016September 8, 2017

    We were in high school, I’m thinking 12th grade here when someone passed up a neatly folded note to me. I looked up and back down the row to see him looking my way with a slight grin. A million butterflies. A million. Even back then he was a man of few words. He liked

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    • Sweet pic of my kiddos. This was the day my Emma got her braces. Flip over and you’ll see how Josie felt about the whole thing. She was devastated at the thought of Emma loosing her gap. ❤️ So... I’m reading an article about younger generations falling away from their faith as they get older. A startling thought for a “devoted and believing” parent. Instead of agreeing this was something “new”, light was shed more on the idea of it being kids throughout the past living in “moral” homes that play church but lacking greatly on faith. Young adults left home with shallow faith and eventually became embarrassed of their upbringing and Christian beliefs. Ultimately, falling away. Another article went something like this... what we do in our faith consistently, our kids do in moderation and their kids little to none. Again, thought provoking for sure. I’ve wrestled with these ideas today. I couldn’t help but think, what really have my kids seen in our home and in our marriage. Because we both know, things can look very different within and beyond our walls. They shouldn’t, but they can. Our kids have a front row seat to our struggles, our sin, our sanctifying... And, I know mine in particular have seen it all. I pray that as they get older, move beyond my walls and into the world, their faith will be solid. Solid enough to build on for themselves. They will be equipped with Scripture to face arrows of all kind. They will have a solid secondhand faith because they experienced, witnessed and believed the firsthand faith of their parents. There was a moment in my marriage, where everything seemed to hinge. Thinking back it was the most powerful moment I have experienced. My whole life I loved Jesus. My parents taught me every story. I knew every verse and every song. However, it was in one decision that I claimed to make it mine. My secondhand faith had become first hand. Mine. Everything changed. I’m praying & claiming, that is what they have seen. The world wants them. It isn’t getting them. God wants us to live bold lives, empowered by His Holy Spirit. He’s always within distance, just wanting you to grab hold of His hem. Do it. ♡
    • Chickens are funny. They make me laugh. They also set the scene for a slower pace and I love them for it. Chickens for life!
    • Perspective is important. So often we put everything in to seeing and creating this image. Maybe a better word for where I’m going is, facade. A facade is a false appearance of what things actually are... artificial in appearance. So often, I see marriages in trouble. When you’ve been there, in the deep valleys... you are able to easily see and recognize the landscape you see others walking through. We build these beautiful facades giving this grand perspective, but up close, where it’s real personal, things look gravely different. If this sounds too familiar, I want to give you some hope to hang on to today. Making the decision to pursue Christ, His Word, Absolute Truth, real Love.... will gift you grace, mercy, forgiveness, wisdom, direction, HOPE, love and peace. And in Christ and through Christ, the beauty in your life will be true, no matter your vantage point. Decide today to let God do something new in you and in your marriage. Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect. Romans 12:2 ♡
    • Hey, hey, hey! I’ve gotten a few new folks around here so I thought it was about time I start introducing myself more often! I am by no means one to let someone slip in without saying HELLO! I’m Natalie and I’m thrilled you are here! I really am. I love people and I love community. Instagram is a great place for the two! A little about me... I LOVE Andy Elrod. Love him. I have since kindergarten but seriously the fourth grade. There were a couple of years there that were a little sketch. But fourth grade FOR SURE! I LOVE being a momma. Love. My world is complete because of my kiddos. We’ve homeschooled together the last eight years and it’s probably been the greatest gift I’ve given myself. I truly treasure my time with my family. They are my greatest blessing. Sounds “church-ey” but it’s true. Ok, next... wellness. My families health is so important to me. Hasn’t always been a priority, but the more I seek TRUTH in all things, the more I desire living whole and well both spiritually AND physically. I love people. Did I say that already? I do love people, and I love my people. They are so very important to me. And last, but most importantly, I love Jesus. I mean, I. Love. Jesus. And, I hope you do too! My faith is everything and my mission here is to encourage you to pursue Christ and His Word with everything in you have. He’s changed my life completely and I know He wants to do the same in your life. Well there ya go. Now.... Stick around! I promise we will have fun! xoxo!
    • “Is there any pleasure on earth as great as a circle of Christian friends by a good fire?” CS Lewis I often think about the people God has brought into our life... I believe how God draws us near, so His Spirit draws believers one to one another. Overwhelmed by the special friendship we have been gifted with my people, the Hamptons. Today, my buddy @weshamptonofficial released the pre-sale of his hymn album. I couldn’t be more excited! Listen. Three things I love. Oh wait, I really love a lot, but let’s just stick now with five😜.... Five things I love: divine friendships, awesome campfires, the amazing Hamptons, my buddy Wes 😜 and old HYMNS! I’m a serious hymn girl and I’m telling you RUN don’t walk and grab this album! I’m serious, GO! But wait, before you do, head to my stories and check out the video I shared... one of my most favorite people singing some of my most favorite words EVER in all the world! You will love it! Anointed and powerful!
    • The Gospel. ♡ My Josie Cole telling us to GO LIVE IT!
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