it is so hard to explain the realization of getting to the point where i've realized that when i have to come to God with something, i can't just give part of it or some of it when i feel like it, but i have trust in Him ALL of the time with ALL of the situation. my flesh wants to take control and make everything perfect and right and stubbornly ( Read more... )

I don't want a tragedy ( Read more... )

please pray for our ny team as we head to new york. pray that we work well with our pastor and church, that we are willing to adjust to new and different surroundings and people, that we work well together and have a great time, and ultimately, that we can put the name of God into the minds and hearts of the people of the city, and bring Him the ( Read more... )

"may the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my Rock, and my Redeemer" - Psalm 19:14 ( Read more... )

Philippians 2:3-4 ( Read more... )

since i was told i should update ( Read more... )

everyday i am learning what means to be humble and fall on my face before God. all too often, i find myself fighting against the notion of giving into pride and my selfish ways, but then i ask myself, is this glorifying God or myself? i'm not saying it is easy or that i am perfect when it comes to this, but i can say that i know my God's love and ( Read more... )

praise the Lord for encouragement in all its many forms. a random conversation outside target with an old friend, a reminder to take in God and all his beauty in the simple things around us, a friend's smile, a surprise message of any sort, the privelege to share in others lives, a thank you, a genuine moment with a friend...all of these things ( Read more... )

i found it slightly ironic that with all the leadership applications and interviews going on right now that the last podcast i'd downloaded but hadn't listened to would be one on being a leader. it was by erwin mcmanus from mosaic, and actually, it was similar to some stuff ben said a few weeks ago as we began passing out leadership applications ( Read more... )

yes, the oh so fitting words of kaylie patrick definitely apply the crazy couple of days i've had so far this week. however, God is good and by His grace, i got through the stress of last night and confusing the dates of important assignments and got everything done on time ( Read more... )