Thursday, May 31, 2007
Farewell My Dearest Readers
Hear Ye! Hear Ye!
It is with a sad heart that I abdicate my throne of the "Month in My Life" blog. You have all been faithful readers, making my reign very easy. Thank you for all of your comments, encouragement, and feedback. The 90&9 kingdom would not be what it is without your support.
I wish to remind you to stay faithful not only to this kingdom but also the Kingdom of God. Continue to educate yourself intellectually and spiritually. Knowledge is power, and we will need it to fight the enemy! Stay the course and God's speed!
Never fret, I will still be around to offer my sage, old advice for world travelers and stories of my students at my cottage right outside the kingdom. I would love for you all to stop by. Until the next time, live happily ever after!
Questions, comments, concerns? Please feel free to E-mail me!
It is with a sad heart that I abdicate my throne of the "Month in My Life" blog. You have all been faithful readers, making my reign very easy. Thank you for all of your comments, encouragement, and feedback. The 90&9 kingdom would not be what it is without your support.
I wish to remind you to stay faithful not only to this kingdom but also the Kingdom of God. Continue to educate yourself intellectually and spiritually. Knowledge is power, and we will need it to fight the enemy! Stay the course and God's speed!
Never fret, I will still be around to offer my sage, old advice for world travelers and stories of my students at my cottage right outside the kingdom. I would love for you all to stop by. Until the next time, live happily ever after!
Questions, comments, concerns? Please feel free to E-mail me!
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
Remix!
Tonight was phenomenal; let me share!!
Last October, our church began having regular youth services on Wednesday Nights, called REMIX. With basically a dream and little talent, two other incredible youth leaders and I took on this new task, jumping in head first. It's been tough, especially since none of us had any previous experience in the youth ministry or running a service for that matter. So with a lot of help from God and others, we have been trudging along.
It's been hard; I won't lie. Sometimes I felt like we weren't getting anywhere with the youth, and I doubted our efforts. Tonight, it paid off. During REMIX one of the most precious young girls you will ever meet got the Holy Ghost! I am on cloud nine!
I have no explanation for the awesome service except God showed up. The kids had a new excitement. They were worshipping and really getting into the music. One of the leaders spoke tonight on dying to ourselves, taking up our cross, and following God. He had us all write a couple of things down on a piece of paper that we wanted to surrender to God. We took that paper and stuck it on a cross in the front of the sanctuary. From there, kids started to pray and weep before God. It was an amazing service, that not only encouraged the youth, but me as a leader as well.
I felt like a proud mom. To see those kids praying in the altar, pouring their heart out to Jesus was inspiring. I stand amazed at God's work.
**Today's Southern Term**
Kin [k in]. --noun/verb. Family, relative, related to
The Bible says we are kin to each other through the blood of Jesus. I guess that means I got a new kin folk tonight!
Questions, comments, concerns? Please feel free to E-mail me!
Last October, our church began having regular youth services on Wednesday Nights, called REMIX. With basically a dream and little talent, two other incredible youth leaders and I took on this new task, jumping in head first. It's been tough, especially since none of us had any previous experience in the youth ministry or running a service for that matter. So with a lot of help from God and others, we have been trudging along.
It's been hard; I won't lie. Sometimes I felt like we weren't getting anywhere with the youth, and I doubted our efforts. Tonight, it paid off. During REMIX one of the most precious young girls you will ever meet got the Holy Ghost! I am on cloud nine!
I have no explanation for the awesome service except God showed up. The kids had a new excitement. They were worshipping and really getting into the music. One of the leaders spoke tonight on dying to ourselves, taking up our cross, and following God. He had us all write a couple of things down on a piece of paper that we wanted to surrender to God. We took that paper and stuck it on a cross in the front of the sanctuary. From there, kids started to pray and weep before God. It was an amazing service, that not only encouraged the youth, but me as a leader as well.
I felt like a proud mom. To see those kids praying in the altar, pouring their heart out to Jesus was inspiring. I stand amazed at God's work.
**Today's Southern Term**
Kin [k in]. --noun/verb. Family, relative, related to
The Bible says we are kin to each other through the blood of Jesus. I guess that means I got a new kin folk tonight!
Questions, comments, concerns? Please feel free to E-mail me!
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
The Fire Continues...
Wife Swap family, the Hoovers , are still seeing affects of their unconventional ministry opportunity. You can read their latest testimony here.
I'm so excited for the Hoovers and for God's kingdom. They took a huge step by going on a national TV show, and it seems that God has only multiplied their efforts. I support the unconventional because I believe Jesus was unconventional. It's a crazy world, and it may take a crazy method to reach people with the gospel. Who are we to say what methods God can't bless!
Keep the Revival Fire burning Hoovers!
Questions, comments, concerns? Please feel free to E-mail me!
I'm so excited for the Hoovers and for God's kingdom. They took a huge step by going on a national TV show, and it seems that God has only multiplied their efforts. I support the unconventional because I believe Jesus was unconventional. It's a crazy world, and it may take a crazy method to reach people with the gospel. Who are we to say what methods God can't bless!
Keep the Revival Fire burning Hoovers!
Questions, comments, concerns? Please feel free to E-mail me!
Monday, May 28, 2007
More Don Miller
Yesterday proved to be an emotional day, but I'm proud of the way I handled everything. I think for the first time in my life I was able to put my trust in God fully and that helped keep it all in perspective. I should try it more often!
I spent most of yesterday afternoon reading Don Miller's Searching For God Knows What, and it opened my eyes to some pretty cool things. (For those of who you've read the book, I know you want mind a review.)
Miller talks a great length about Adam and Eve and their fall, but my biggest interest was when he talked about Adam's loneliness. I've heard the story about the creation of Eve numerous times, but I never paid attention to this tiny detail that Miller offers. Adam was lonely, and God knew it. However instead of miraculously producing Eve like I had always thought, God sends Adam out to name all the animals. That's a job that would take a LONG time. Years, maybe even a hundred years. And all that time, Adam was lonely, and God knew it.
When Adam finally finished his great task, it was only then that God made Eve. For years Adam had been alone searching for someone, something to fill that void, but God had a work that had to be accomplished first. God knew what Adam was capable of completing, and then he finally rewarded him with his hearts desire. And after spending all those years searching for her, Adam was able to appreciate Eve for all that she was.
I can parallel that story to my life, as I'm sure you can to yours. There are things in our lives that we want, and God knows those needs. Yet, God has a work for us to do. He has a plan and He knows what we're capable of accomplishing. When we've completed His task, and proved ourselves faithful, God will reward us. And when He does, the prize will be much greater than we could imagine, and we will treasure it the more.
**Today's Southern Term**
Buggy. [bug-E]. -- noun. a cart on wheels, a shopping cart.
If you don't own Don Miller's books, you better stick them in your buggy and check-out!
Questions, comments, concerns? Please feel free to E-mail me!
I spent most of yesterday afternoon reading Don Miller's Searching For God Knows What, and it opened my eyes to some pretty cool things. (For those of who you've read the book, I know you want mind a review.)
Miller talks a great length about Adam and Eve and their fall, but my biggest interest was when he talked about Adam's loneliness. I've heard the story about the creation of Eve numerous times, but I never paid attention to this tiny detail that Miller offers. Adam was lonely, and God knew it. However instead of miraculously producing Eve like I had always thought, God sends Adam out to name all the animals. That's a job that would take a LONG time. Years, maybe even a hundred years. And all that time, Adam was lonely, and God knew it.
When Adam finally finished his great task, it was only then that God made Eve. For years Adam had been alone searching for someone, something to fill that void, but God had a work that had to be accomplished first. God knew what Adam was capable of completing, and then he finally rewarded him with his hearts desire. And after spending all those years searching for her, Adam was able to appreciate Eve for all that she was.
I can parallel that story to my life, as I'm sure you can to yours. There are things in our lives that we want, and God knows those needs. Yet, God has a work for us to do. He has a plan and He knows what we're capable of accomplishing. When we've completed His task, and proved ourselves faithful, God will reward us. And when He does, the prize will be much greater than we could imagine, and we will treasure it the more.
**Today's Southern Term**
Buggy. [bug-E]. -- noun. a cart on wheels, a shopping cart.
If you don't own Don Miller's books, you better stick them in your buggy and check-out!
Questions, comments, concerns? Please feel free to E-mail me!
Sunday, May 27, 2007
He's Faithful
I thought I'd go ahead and post in case there are any weekend readers. Sorry I didn't post on Friday, but once I got to Hot Springs, I was exhausted, so I crashed early.
I wish I had exciting news to tell you. I wish I had some great philosophical word. Perhaps I will tomorrow. As for today, the only thing I can pass along is, God is faithful. He has to be. Otherwise, why are we living this life? Even when things don't work out the way you expect them, God is faithful. He's understanding, and He's trustworthy. Although His methods are maddening and unclear, He always has it under control. I have no other choice but to believe that.
Unconquerable boy has been nothing but a courteous friend this weekend. Part of me wants to yell and scream and cry, "Why do you act like your interested only to revert back to friendship?" But what good would the yelling and screaming do? So I'm being nice back, and even though it feels a tad bit weird, I know that God has a plan. I laid it all in His hands. I'm tired of fighting, so I'm gonna let God handle this one.
Honestly I'm proud of Unconquerable boy. He's got an anointing and a ministry. He has a lot to offer, and any girl would be lucky to have him. But unless a miracle takes place, that girl's not me...and in time, I'll be OK with that.
Questions, comments, concerns? Please feel free to E-mail me!
I wish I had exciting news to tell you. I wish I had some great philosophical word. Perhaps I will tomorrow. As for today, the only thing I can pass along is, God is faithful. He has to be. Otherwise, why are we living this life? Even when things don't work out the way you expect them, God is faithful. He's understanding, and He's trustworthy. Although His methods are maddening and unclear, He always has it under control. I have no other choice but to believe that.
Unconquerable boy has been nothing but a courteous friend this weekend. Part of me wants to yell and scream and cry, "Why do you act like your interested only to revert back to friendship?" But what good would the yelling and screaming do? So I'm being nice back, and even though it feels a tad bit weird, I know that God has a plan. I laid it all in His hands. I'm tired of fighting, so I'm gonna let God handle this one.
Honestly I'm proud of Unconquerable boy. He's got an anointing and a ministry. He has a lot to offer, and any girl would be lucky to have him. But unless a miracle takes place, that girl's not me...and in time, I'll be OK with that.
Questions, comments, concerns? Please feel free to E-mail me!
