Steve told you how God worked in is life and I want to share with you another example of how He works in wonderful ways. In early 2009, my wife and I were not being spiritually fed and she suggested we visit the Family Baptist Church on Marco. Although we had been Methodist for over 50 years, we knew religious denomination was not as important as growing in Christ. That first day Pastor Tim gave a message that was very meaningful to us and he announced the first Global Perspectives seminar. I went to that first seminar and met Steve and here we are today.

God led me to Steve. His thinking about the trouble that lies ahead was right in line with mine. In addition, he helped me in several ways, including with investing. Most importantly, I now have a good Christian friend. Later, through Steve, I met Nancy and found another good Christian friend who loves to serve and has a fire in her for the Lord.

Thank you to all who followed GP and/or contributed and to Chuck behind the scenes. We hope we helped inform, equip and prepare and in a way that kept God as the priority. Please share with your family and friends what you have learned and help them prepare for the difficult times ahead, financial and otherwise. We believe even more strongly that our debt as a nation and other factors will bring severe hardship to many. You may remember me calling Steve the Watchman on occasion. That name is from the Bible and in this case he was warning others of what lies ahead. Be prudent and stay prepared. (As a side note, you may want to consider copying the information and links that we have provided under the Preparedness section as we are not sure how long this blog site will be available).

I am saddened to be leaving GP but excited to see what God has planned ahead for my friends and me.

May I humbly suggest you find a church that feeds you. Read the Bible, find ways to serve and, don’t forget teach your kids and grandkids. I wish I had done a better job of this. Please try to keep Him in the center of your life. You will never regret it.

Don’t forget each night to hug the family and tell them how much you love them and thank God for all you have.

God bless you and your family.