Pray For My Son Tommy Today

Posted by Greg Atkinson | November 9, 2009 .

My son, Tommy (age 7) is having surgery today to get his tonsils taken out. This is our first child to have surgery so pray for mom and dad, too. Pray that Tommy isn’t in too much discomfort and heals quickly. While you’re at it, pray for my wife – she’s having issues with her [...]

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Tommy Atkinson Gets Baptized

Posted by Greg Atkinson | October 23, 2009 .

This past Sunday my son, Tommy, (our middle child) got baptized. Check it!

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When The Music Fades

Posted by Greg Atkinson | October 20, 2009 .

“When the music fades, all is stripped away and I simply come…” – Heart of Worship by Matt Redman. For the last 6 months (wow – that’s half a year!) I’ve not been on a church staff. This has been a first for me. I’ve served on a church staff for the last 15 years. [...]

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Proud Dad Moment

Posted by Greg Atkinson | October 15, 2009 .

Yesterday I had the opportunity to take my son, Tommy (age 7), to meet with the Family Pastor at our church since he’s getting baptized this Sunday. He asked Tommy a series of questions and Tommy showed a clear understanding of the Gospel and salvation. I was proud. The Family Pastor remarked that Tommy was [...]

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A Very Special Day

Posted by Greg Atkinson | August 25, 2009 .

Yesterday my kids started back to school. This is the first time that all 3 kids are in school (now that Katie has started Kindergarten). Today my son, Tommy, turns 7. He started 1st grade yesterday. I’m so extremely proud of him and pray that he will grow up to me a man after God’s [...]

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Tiger Never Ceases to Amaze Me

Posted by Greg Atkinson | June 8, 2009 .

There are few things I enjoy more than watching Tiger on the prowl. When Sunday comes and Tiger is anywhere close, it is the most fun thing in the world to watch him at work. Yesterday, my 3 kids and I cheered Tiger on to victory at the Memorial. Besides “Jesus” – who amazes you?

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My Dad's Death

Posted by Greg Atkinson | May 27, 2009 .

12 years ago today, my dad dropped dead of a heart attack. It’s hard to believe that it’s been 12 years. I was 21 and had just graduated college. Now, many years of life later and with 3 kids that my dad never got to see – it seems like forever. Death was a wake-up [...]

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Memorial Day Wish

Posted by Greg Atkinson | May 24, 2009 .

I wish you all a great Memorial Day. I hope you have time to spend with your family. I thank God for our military and the many sacrifices that have been made for our freedom.

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Perspective

Posted by Greg Atkinson | March 31, 2009 .

Yesterday was a wild, dramatic, memorable and life-altering day. My friend and fellow Bent Tree staff member Aaron Bensko (who is our Visual Arts Coordinator and I’ve blogged about his amazing work before) was put into the ICU, after being rushed to the hospital. Aaron had the flu and was at the doctor to get [...]

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Getting Away

Posted by Greg Atkinson | March 12, 2009 .

My family and I are taking a much needed vacation (starting today). I travel a lot, but I rarely get to take time off and unfortunately, my family and I, hardly ever vacation. We are trying to correct that this weekend and next week. We’re going away (like many people are during our kids’ Spring [...]

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