Life is just so fast paced. When I sit down and realize it's been several weeks, really almost 2 months!! since I have posted on here, it just doesn't seem possible, although I know so much has happened. We can't begin to express our gratitude to everyone (ALWAYS) for their prayers for us. Just a few things that have happened in the last couple months: *My father passed away during the time we were to be moving from TX back to MO. Thank you to everyone for the prayers and concern during that most difficult time. Larry was amazing at juggling packing for our move, school work with the girls, recording, phone calls, managing the house and meals, as well as being mom and dad for almost 2 weeks - all while still traveling for road dates, managing to record a special song for my dad's funeral, and travel almost 20 hours to make it just in time for the visitation!! *We finally made our move, although still in transition and in a temporary home for the time being. This of course, could not have happened without amazing people in our lives both in TX and in MO! *Life didn't come to a standstill while we traveled, unpacked, rearranged, traveled some more, reorganized, etc. *We hit a deer in GA on the way to a ministry weekend in FL at 4:45 in the morning (a HUGE thank you to everyone for their prayers during this one!) - our van, (although appeared like a vehicle removed from the junkyard on the front), actually made it to FL and all the way back to MO - again, did I say "Thank you for the prayers??" *We got a rental that we had to sqeeeeeze equipment, luggage, school work, and anything else we needed for a week long trip into. Talk about learning to pack light and condense. (You find out what you "really" need for travel in these situations...) * While in WV, we visited with Larry's Grandpa who is on hospice care. Prayers please for peace and comfort for him and the family as he is constantly making transitions and not adjusting well. *Our van got fixed, rental returned, and we are preparing for a 2 1/2 week long trip from TN to PA to WV. These are just some of the highlights of what has been happening with the DeLawders. Everyday is an opportunity to be grateful, give honor to the Lord, and press on. It's seasons of life like these that really require a focus on priorities and the importance of a relationship with Christ. Without Him, and His peace, I know we couldn't make it through all of life's ups and downs. At least, not with our sanity, that's for sure! Take time (even if just a little) today, and everyday, to really keep your focus on the Lord. Make Him first, seek His kingdom.

We are so excited for our month long trip to the eastern states of West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding areas! We have missed all the familiar faces and look forward to meeting and seeing new ones. Bear with us as we work to get all the details lined up and posted on the calendar and website/facebook pages. I am truly amazed through this process at the preparation it takes to get everything at home and on the road all worked out. Although we are very familiar with "life on the road", there is always the "getting ready" stage for each trip and the return home. As I was pondering the details, I began thinking how everything in our lives are preparation. Even the times we make the wrong choice or choose to go our way, instead of the Lord's. He uses that as well. One of the scriptures I love the most, says He has every hair counted on our heads...wow! To think He actually keeps track of how many I (& you) have, even after they fall out from washing and brushing, or aging LOL. You may be thinking right now: "What does that have to do with preparation" - well, I believe the reality of how detailed the Lord is should just have us in awe. Everything in our lives are intertwined. He is working through every single thing you are going through to bring you - and prepare you - for His purpose and plan. I also know that even the familiar things we think we've "got" can stretch us even further when things don't go as expected, or throw us for a loop. Do you have a plan in place to know how you will handle those little bumps in the road? Really, that is what the preparation is about. It's about your heart and where it is, not if you have crossed off everything on your list. You can cross your "t's" and dot your "i's" but never truly be ready if you don't spend time with the One who is actually doing the preparing. -Sara

Wow! We are excited that we are going to get to do some more travel dates! There are some select dates on our calendar that we are going to be traveling and ministering. We would love to come to your church or event! Keep a watch on our BRAND NEW and AMAZING website for all that's happening with the DeLawders. Right now we have a couple weeks that we will be in the Pennsylvania/West Virginia area in September and we are working on other dates, as well. (Even in July!) Take some time to s ign-up for our newsletter on this page , "Like" our page on Facebook , and write to us anytime you like. You can also call 417-230-7444! We can't wait to hear from you!

Blog Archives - Larry DeLawder

Q: Now Booking for Fall/Winter 2015 Through 2016

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Q: Larry's NEW Bluegrass Gospel Harmonica CD COMING SOON!

After a few delays from my father's passing and our move- only one song to finish and Larry's NEW Bluegrass Gospel Harmonica CD will be available! Taking pre-orders now, you can message sara@larrydelawder.com or call 417-230-7444. There will also be a link added to the website soon. $15.00 + $3.00 S&H.

Q: God Speaking in Simplistic Ways

We had a great time at Central Baptist Church in Carthage, TX this last weekend! As it seems typical for us to forget either something at home, or at the church when we leave - this time it was a cable at home we needed for the sound system. Before the service started, the girls and I headed to good old Wally World to get what was needed. As we were walking through the store, Faith found a penny on the floor and was so excited for her treasure. She gave it to me and we went on our way to check out and get back to the church. About ten minutes before service started, she got all panicked and said "we HAVE to go back to the store!" She was concerned that she forgot the penny, which I had in my purse for safe keeping. In that moment the scripture about the woman that went looking for her one lost silver coin (Luke 15:8-10), came to mind. Although Faith's piggy bank is stuffed with a ton of pennies, that ONE was so important. It amazes me how the most simplistic things can leave such an impression on our hearts. The Lord used this very event to express to me once again, just how important each of us are to Him, and how much He loves us. Do you know how important YOU are to your Creator?!? The Lord searches and seeks you out, although He has others. He loves you beyond any earthly comprehension! Take time to relish in that reality today :) - Sara

Q: A New Website & Renewed Spirit

The design is new. Our spirit is renewed. And we want to share it with you. Within these pages you will find photos, video, music and more. New content is being added all the time now and we want you to have reason to come back and see us. So, here is what we recommend. Sign-up for our newsletter on this page , Like our page on Facebook , and write to us anytime you like. We love to hear from people who have been touched by our ministry. We sincerely hope you enjoy our brand new website and return again and again to see how our ministry grows.