Missionaries and Fried Chicken

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Our friends the Eckstines just came to visit us and we had a great time. The Eckstines are a family of wonderful missionaries with ten kids (their blog is attached to mine). Last night we all went out to have some Popeyes fried chicken, one of my personal favorites! I was really blessed to see such a great community of people thoroughly enjoying a yummy fast food meal. I think of all of the people who go out to eat fast food everyday, this isn't a bad thing, but as for us and the Eckstines this is a seldom occurrence. We all sat around some pushed together tables and enjoyed each other's company very much. I was blessed to see the joy that such a simple meal shared with happy people could bring. It reminded me that all that you hear from the media is a lie. You don't have to have nice things, expensive food, luxurious cars and giant houses to be full of joy and happiness. The only necessary ingredient is Christ, he is what brings all joy! God bless!
Peace and love in Christ,
Alyse