"And what nation is there so great, that hath statutes and judgments so righteous as all this law, which I set before you this day? Only take heed to thyself, and keep thy soul diligently, lest thou forget the things which thine eyes have seen, and lest they depart from thy heart all the days of thy life: but teach them thy sons, and thy sons' sons; Specially the day that thou stoodest before the LORD thy God in Horeb, when the LORD said unto me, Gather me the people together, and I will make them hear my words, that they may learn to fear me all the days that they shall live upon the earth, and that they may teach their children."
Deuteronomy 4:8-10
Our Family & the Joy of History
History. Now that is a boring subject right? Growing up in the anti-God setting of public school, history was a very dull subject of little more than dates and names. And what was the point of wasting time studying it. Well, anyone who has allowed God to be acknowledged in history knows the wonderful, amazing work of Him in the world. And this is when history becomes alive and useful.
For our family, the study of history started when someone told me that I looked like Jeb Stuart on a Civil war movie. Hmmm. . . Maybe I will watch that, I thought. In watching the movie, I was amazed to see the faith in God of these men. Particularly Stonewall Jackson and General Lee. My wife and I were so intrigued by the faith of these men, we had to get more books and documentaries on the Civil war. We were more and more amazed to see the working of God in these men's lives. We began to realize that history is the story of God working in peoples lives. We further began to study church history with the reformation and puritans and were similarly amazed. And then through the hearing of some tapes on the founding of this country, we learned of the godly heritage of the founding of this country. Which brought confusion and amazement, looking at the state of things as they are now in this country.
When I read quotes of our founding fathers or read biographies of their lives, I find myself being very humbled and disgusted with my own selfish life. And upset with the state of this country and it's encouragement to self-seeking. Our founding fathers gave everything for the benefits that we have today. And we do little more than complain at what we are not getting. And the majority of these men were not just religious, but had a firm foundation in the God of the Bible and a faith in the work of Christ for their salvation.
Seminary Sale: November 14th-16th
We are so very thankful for the Lord's direction and leading us to Pittsburgh, PA. for Eric to begin seminary. If you have been with us for some time you will know that our whole family has been desirous that he would be able to be trained in seminary. Several years ago he was getting set up to study nursing as it would give great flexiblity to our schedule and homeschooling, but he was so hesitant. When his loving wife asked why he did not want to study nursing, he responded that he could see no thing worth so great a benefit to himself and his family than to study the ways of the Lord. Our hearts were then knit as a family on the subject. And here we stand years later in much gratitude for the opportunity to go. Please pray that our home will benefit from his attendance and that he will manage his home well as is required of an elder.
We ask also that you join in our happiness and help us to lighten our load for moving. We hadn't intented to have another sale so soon. But it would be a blessing to us, and we pray it will be to you as well, to not have so much to carry with us in our move the end of this month. Also it will help with the moving costs.
So, here are the details:
60% off all used clothing items (ex. if a shirt was $5.00, now it is $2.00)
New clothing take an additional 25% off plus you will receive a free Denim Headband with any new children's clothing purchase.(ex. if the outfit was $31.00, now it is $23.25- nearly half of the retail price of $40.00. A great time to pick up winter clothing for you family or as a gift.)
Audio CD's will be 35% off retail (ex. CD retail price is $10.00, now it is $6.50 These would be a good addition to your library and are also great gifts!)
Books will be 40% off of retail price (ex. John G. Paton retails at $24.00, now $14.40)
The newly added baking mixes will be 20% off (ex. you can have a really special rich chocolate pudding homemade for only $3.99)
Headcoverings will also be an additional 25% off (ex. the lovely Chiffon scarf (which can also be used as a shawl) , was$10.00, now it is $7.50. Again, that is half of the retail price of $15.00)
We thank you for keeping our family in mind as you shop for your family and loved ones. Even more we are greatful for your prayers on our behalf. Please pray especially during these next few months of moving that we would grow in the grace of our Lord. Thank you!
National Day of Thanksgiving, Oct. 3, 1789
George Washington
Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor, and whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested me "to recommend to the People of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many signal favors of Almighty God especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government for their safety and happiness."
Now therefore I do recommend and assign Thursday the 26th day of November next to be devoted by the People of these States to the service of that great and glorious Being, who is the beneficent Author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be. That we may then all unite in rendering unto him our sincere and humble thanks, for his kind care and protection of the People of this Country previous to their becoming a Nation, for the signal and manifold mercies, and the favorable interpositions of his providence, which we experienced in the course and conclusion of the late war, for the great degree of tranquility, union, and plenty, which we have since enjoyed, for the peaceable and rational manner, in which we have been enabled to establish constitutions of government for our safety and happiness, and particularly the national One now lately instituted, for the civil and religious liberty with which we are blessed; and the means we have of acquiring and diffusing useful knowledge; and in general for all the great and various favors which he hath been pleased to confer upon us.
And also that we may then unite in most humbly offering our prayers and supplications to the great Lord and Ruler of Nations and beseech him to pardon our national and other transgressions, to enable us all, whether in public or private stations, to perform our several and relative duties properly and punctually, to render our national government a blessing to all the people, by constantly being a Government of wise, just, and constitutional laws, discreetly and faithfully executed and obeyed, to protect and guide all Sovereigns and Nations (especially such as have shown kindness unto us) and to bless them with good government, peace, and concord. To promote the knowledge and practice of true religion and virtue, and the encrease of science among them and Us, and generally to grant unto all Mankind such a degree of temporal prosperity as he alone knows to be best.
Given under my hand at the City of New York the third day of October in the year of our Lord 1789.
Go: Washington
What's New at Adorned with ModestySeminary Sale will take place Nov. 14th- 16th (see center of the newsletter for more information)We have some new wholesome baking mixes available in the Food & Cooking sectionWe hope to put about a dozen more maternity items on soon. All other used items (so many..oh how we miss our helper Rachel!) will be on hold until we are settled in PA.Thank you again for your support, encouragment and prayers!
Upcoming Events
Seminary Sale :November 14th-16th
Founder's FaithFisher Ames "Should not the Bible regain the place it once held as a schoolbook? It's morals are pure, its examples are captivating and noble... The reverence for the sacred book that is thus early impressed lasts long; and, probably, if not impressed in infancy, never takes firm hold of the mind... In no Book is there so good English, so pure and so elegant, and by teaching all the same they will speak alike, and the Bible will justly remain the standard of language as well as of faith." Fisher Ames- A statement concerning education.
Freebie Focus & Links LinkWe are combining these again this month as they overlap. Wallbuilders A wonderful Christian resource giving lectures and providing literature. Project GutenbergRead the writings of many founding fathers here. Simply type in the name in the search. Interactive John Trumbull's " Declaration of Independance"Very neat! A great way to learn a bit about each of the Signers Document Library at Teaching American History Primary Source Documents Pertaining to North American HistoryA tremendous amount of primary source documents from sermons to decrees to letters and diaries George Washington's Prayer Journal Founding.com Political Sermons of the Founding Era
Also, please note: orders placed after November 23rd will not be shipped until Dec. 10th. Normal shipping will resume on the Dec. 10th once we are settled in Pittsburgh. We thank you for your patience!
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