Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3 Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow

“ I thank my God every time I think of you! I always pray with joy, whenever I pray for you all…” Philippians 1:3-4 Friends, Eight years ago today, Aaron and I moved across town into Harvest House. I always get a little nostalgic this time of year because it was a big move for us. We were a brand-new little family with two kiddos and two on the way. We were just figuring out adulthood ourselves and there we were, getting ready to start this journey of being house parents, car

"And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ." Philippians 1:6 Friends, At the end of every school year, one of the requirements for my homeschooled children is to have a certified teacher sign off on an academic assessment. The form states samples of work were reviewed, and the child is performing “in accordance with his/her abilities”. As a mom of lots of kids, I love this statement. You see, I have a ch

Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Galatians 6:9 Friends, Some days Harvest House feels like we are fighting a spiritual fight and coming out in VICTORY over all sorts of strongholds in all sorts of lives. Other days, it feels like waiting and paperwork and follow up phone calls. I keep joking I am going to start filling out my job title as “Paperwork Completion Expert” because some days it doesn’t feel f

God sets the lonely in families - Psalm 68:6a Friends, I typically want to share my thoughts with you in these letters, but I cannot resist sharing this letter with you. Thank YOU for being the donors, pray-ers, supporters who make these letters possible!! In Christ, Aaron and Elizabeth Kilby To the wonderful and generous people at Harvest House. I was recently in a devastating situation where I was trapped. A wonderful friend named Deanna Walsh talked to me about God and tol