Ephesians 1:11 In Him also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will, that we who first trusted in Christ should be to the praise of His glory.
September 29, 2007
God's yogurt?
After brunch today, we decided to try the new yogurt place by our house, Cherry On Top. I was pleasantly surprised to find that they were giving out free American Apparel-made t-shirts today and to add a "cherry on top" of it all, we noted scripture on the sleeve!
September 23, 2007
Praise Report #2
Although this is only my second praise report, that does not mean that there aren't many things in my life which I praise the Lord for :) but this is one that I particularly wanted to share in my blog.
I have been praying for months for a new home church in which we may begin building relationships with the congregation particularly as we begin to have a family. After trying out a few churches in the area, both big and small, we found Calvary Chapel Mission Viejo. It was perfect because it's affiliated with Calvary Chapel - a true Christian church that teaches scripture including prophecy - and it's in our home city. Not to mention the leadership team welcomed us with open arms. Literally!
Since we became official members a few months ago, we have gotten involved in the Nursery Ministry. A good first step for any couple that is planning on having a baby! We also have made friends with the Welcoming committee (Carol, Dave, and RJ) who paid us a surprise visit that has changed my life in ways that I can't explain right now. And last week, we joined the fall class for Evangelism Explosion with Pastor Rob. The funny thing is, is that I have been praying for an opportunity like this for awhile but never knew where to start and God prepared the opportunity right here in our new home church. This Wednesday will be week #2 (the first week was orientation) and we'll be going out into the field for our first evanglist experience! Praise the Lord!
Here are 2 questions I'll leave you with and if you care to, comment on it or give me a call. I'd love to chat with you about these 2 questions.
1. Do you know for sure that you are going to be with God in Heaven?
2. If God were to ask you, "Why should I let you into My Heaven?" what would you say?
Hallelujah!
I have been praying for months for a new home church in which we may begin building relationships with the congregation particularly as we begin to have a family. After trying out a few churches in the area, both big and small, we found Calvary Chapel Mission Viejo. It was perfect because it's affiliated with Calvary Chapel - a true Christian church that teaches scripture including prophecy - and it's in our home city. Not to mention the leadership team welcomed us with open arms. Literally!
Since we became official members a few months ago, we have gotten involved in the Nursery Ministry. A good first step for any couple that is planning on having a baby! We also have made friends with the Welcoming committee (Carol, Dave, and RJ) who paid us a surprise visit that has changed my life in ways that I can't explain right now. And last week, we joined the fall class for Evangelism Explosion with Pastor Rob. The funny thing is, is that I have been praying for an opportunity like this for awhile but never knew where to start and God prepared the opportunity right here in our new home church. This Wednesday will be week #2 (the first week was orientation) and we'll be going out into the field for our first evanglist experience! Praise the Lord!
Here are 2 questions I'll leave you with and if you care to, comment on it or give me a call. I'd love to chat with you about these 2 questions.
1. Do you know for sure that you are going to be with God in Heaven?
2. If God were to ask you, "Why should I let you into My Heaven?" what would you say?
Hallelujah!
September 19, 2007
Be of good cheer - Deutr 31
On my way to work today, I heard the last 7 minutes or so of Pastor John Courson's (the Pastor who baptized me) study on Deuteronomy 31. It was so powerful and prepared my heart for a commitment that I was going to make later this afternoon, unbeknownst to me. Isn't God amazing?
You can find the study at http://www.joncourson.com/teaching/teachings.asp?book=deuteronomy. Go to the Verse-by-Verse section and click play next to Deuteronomy 31. If you don't have time to listen to the entire hour, scroll to the right to listen to the last 7 minutes.
He speaks of fueling the work of the devil by giving place to fears and dismay. Trust in the Lord and be of good cheer and see how the Lord honors that.
You can find the study at http://www.joncourson.com/teaching/teachings.asp?book=deuteronomy. Go to the Verse-by-Verse section and click play next to Deuteronomy 31. If you don't have time to listen to the entire hour, scroll to the right to listen to the last 7 minutes.
He speaks of fueling the work of the devil by giving place to fears and dismay. Trust in the Lord and be of good cheer and see how the Lord honors that.
September 10, 2007
"Remember me"
Those who know me know that I have many "favorite" songs. However, there is a significant difference between those that are my "favorite" and those that are my "favorite-favorite" with the latter lasting more than just a few months.
One of my "favorite-favorite" songs - that to this day will cause me to choke up EVERY time I hear it - is "Remember Me" by Mark Shultz. I don't know how long this song has been around for, but I remember first hearing it during the time that I was born-again. To me, it's like one of those powerful Bible verses that immediately brings me to my knees and every time, God meets me in this song. It's so special to me and I want to share it with you. I encourage you to purchase the song to experience its impact.
Remember me in a Bible cracked and faded by the years
Remember me in a sanctuary filled with silent prayers
And age to age and heart to heart
Bound by grace and peace
Child of wonder, Child of God
I'll remember you, Remember me
Remember me when the color of the sunset fills the sky
Remember me when you pray and the tears of joy fall from your eyes
And age to age and heart to heart
Bound by grace and peace
Child of wonder, Child of God
I'll remember you, Remember me
Remember me when the children leave their Sunday school with smiles
Remember me when they're old enough to teach, old enough to preach, old enough to leave
Age to age and heart to heart
Child of wonder, Child of God
Remember me
(SOURCE: www.christianlyricsonline.com)
One of my "favorite-favorite" songs - that to this day will cause me to choke up EVERY time I hear it - is "Remember Me" by Mark Shultz. I don't know how long this song has been around for, but I remember first hearing it during the time that I was born-again. To me, it's like one of those powerful Bible verses that immediately brings me to my knees and every time, God meets me in this song. It's so special to me and I want to share it with you. I encourage you to purchase the song to experience its impact.
Remember me in a Bible cracked and faded by the years
Remember me in a sanctuary filled with silent prayers
And age to age and heart to heart
Bound by grace and peace
Child of wonder, Child of God
I'll remember you, Remember me
Remember me when the color of the sunset fills the sky
Remember me when you pray and the tears of joy fall from your eyes
And age to age and heart to heart
Bound by grace and peace
Child of wonder, Child of God
I'll remember you, Remember me
Remember me when the children leave their Sunday school with smiles
Remember me when they're old enough to teach, old enough to preach, old enough to leave
Age to age and heart to heart
Child of wonder, Child of God
Remember me
(SOURCE: www.christianlyricsonline.com)
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