Wednesday 's blessings

As more and more construction is done at the ranch we can see that our schedule for this year is filling up. Another youth group is arriving to help with construction this week end, food will be tasty, fellowship will be fulfilling and God will be blessed. We have been so blessed by so many people this Christmas, the card and words of encouragement the financial support all mean so much will go a long way to accomplish what God's plan is for the Battle River Ranch Camp. What has been done in only 8 months is an exciting picture of what God will do with each of us as we are faithful to think more highly of those around us than we do of our selves. The right purpose, the right people, the right results, go figure !!!!

Twenty Two Great Suggestions and Quotes.

ONE. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully , and when you say you'll pray , pray it's that important.

TWO ... Marry a man/woman you love to talk to. As you get older, your conversational skills will be as important as any other , especially with your best friend beside you.

THREE. Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have, Bless others regularly, God has blessed you for a reason and oh ya sleep all you want every weekend.

FOUR . When you say, 'I love you ,' mean it like Jesus did!

FIVE. When you say, 'I'm sorry,' look the person in the eye, and you'll see a miracle.

SIX ..... Be engaged at least six months before you get married, and seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things will be added unto you.

SEVEN.. Believe in love at first sight, the wait is worth it God has the right person for each of us.

EIGHT. Never laugh or mock at anyone's dream or vision. People who don't have dreams and visions don't have much and will often do what ever to destroy others.

NINE . Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt but it's the only way to live life completely, just ask Jesus.

TEN. . In disagreements, fight fairly. No name calling.

ELEVEN. Don't judge people by their relatives the church they go to or the truck they drive.

TWELVE. Talk slowly but think quickly and with purpose.

THIRTEEN. When someone asks you a question you don't want to answer, smile and ask, 'Why do you want to know?'

FOURTEEN. Remember that great love and great achievements involve great risk, great friends and strong faith.


FIFTEEN. Say 'bless you' when you hear someone sneeze.


SIXTEEN. When you lose, don't miss the lesson and don't be to proud to admit your wrong!

SEVENTEEN. Remember the three R's: Respect for self; Respect for others; and responsibility for all your actions.

EIGHTEEN... Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship..

NINETEEN. When you realize you've made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.

TWENTY. Smile when picking up the phone... The caller will hear it in your voice.

TWENTY-ONE. Spend some time alone with the only one that will never disapoint you, He was a carpenter and a friend. He believes in you and loves you more than anyone ever can or will. Give Jesus a chance you have my word he won't dissapoint you.

Twenty -Two. Occasionally in life there are those moments of unutterable fulfillment which cannot be completely explained by those symbols called words. Their meanings can only be articulated by the inaudible language of the heart.

Thank you once again for taking the time to view our blog.The Battle River Ranch Camp is a non profit organization that is focused on developing trades, life skills and training opportunities for men and women that are searching and find it difficult to get the opportunities needed to develop a productive life skill. Many men and women today have no idea what they could be good at or how to find out their possible skill area or level. We are a faith based training center.

Harold and Diane Stephan left a life filled with addictions and bad choices. Their journey has taken them through different twelve step programs and life recovery through a relationship and healing process with Jesus Christ. If it were not for caring people in their lives that never gave up on them or thought they were a hopeless cause they too would still be lost.

We would love to hear from you and if you feel this is a program and facility that would help you or someone that you know, or you would like to be more involved with a ministry like this or support it financially we would love to talk to you and would very much appreciate your help in what ever way you can.

This is a ministry for those that have a heart and desire to make a difference in the lives of others with the skills and gifts they have been blessed with and have a desire to pass on what they know to the next generation.

You are always welcome to visit and we look forward to your input. This ministry is prayer based, and we pray daily for the needs of others, if you have a need for prayer and not sure where to start give us a call and we will confidentially support and help you in this area. You may not know a lot about God but God knows everything about you and He loves you more than anyone can or ever will.

God Bless You and Your Family!!!

Harold & diane Stephan and

Board of Directors of the Battle River Ranch Camp