So today I went to the annual Celebration event at my home church which this year was incorporated into the regular services. I experienced the presence of Jesus Christ in a way that my soul has been longing for. This was a direct answer to last night's prayer. More than that, through these services I was reminded of the greatness of God. He is infinitely worthy and the whole Meadow Heights Church family dedicated this weekend to remembering who He is and what He has done through us this past year. Isn't it amazing that the God of the universe chooses to use us, His children, to fulfill His plans? What better way to show forth His glory! He is infinitely wise. What a privilege and blessing it was to be able to join in this celebration! I even got to share in the Lord's Supper with this church family which I have had not had the honor of doing so since I moved to Kentuckiana.
The Lord is up to great things in the Parkland through Meadow Heights Church. He is transferring people from the kingdom of darkness to the Kingdom of Light by the transforming power of the Gospel. Please keep this church and her leaders in your prayers.
Jesus Christ is God of this city and He has only just begun His work through us...
Monday, November 24, 2008
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Word on the Road
I made it home...in pretty good time if I say so myself. :)
The trip was much needed time with the Lord. I listened two music and three sermons. I have heard them all before multiple times and I am still amazed at the way the Lord speaks to me through them. His Word never returns void. :) What encouragement that is for evangelism and preaching. His Word is Living and Active and sharper than any two-edge sword.
I am started to feel better which I am very thankful for. Thanks to everyone for the bday and get well wishes.
The sky tonight is clear and littered with bright crystal stars. They are beautiful. I hadn't realized how much I missed seeing them until this evening. God knows every one of them by name, you know. :)
I can tell my cat missed me...she mawled my arm when I picked her up. Much more welcoming greeting than I usually get I suppose. Hehe.
Tomorrow my sister and I got to worship at MH and share in the top-secret Celebration Weekend. I am very excited!
Well, my family calls...
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Current Events in My Life
Today is the last day of classes for the semester...though I am not attending them. I caught some kind of bug and was up all last night and most of the morning sick. I have been this sick in many years. Thankfully, I am starting to feel a little better and may even try to go to work for a few hours.
Two things happen in two days:
1. I get to go home to Missouri
2. I turn 25
Remember how the store I work at was nominated as Louisville's Best Businesses in the Wedding Invitation Category. Well, we won. :) I don't think we get anything but the sheer joy of winning...which I am fine with. :)
My sister and I bought my Mom's Christmas present online last night. One present down, a few more to go.
Semester in Review: This semester has been one of the most difficult. Not because the work load as been overbearing but I have been apathetic towards my schoolwork as well as weary of it and I have been undisciplined in general. The Lord has taught me much through it all. Key themese have been spiritual warfare, perseverance, trust/faith, the need to watch my life and doctrine and accountability. This semester I was forced to have an accountability partner for my Spiritual Disciplines class. I dreaded the assignment first, but it has actually been a blessing. I have gained a new sister and Christ and learned the importance of opening up to others. I also translated an entire book of the Bible (1 John) which is such a privilege.
I am still praying about studying/serving overseas next semester. My sister is also praying about going to Romania with Mobap this spring. Please join us as we pray for these things.
Oh, oh...I saw both new Batman movies this past week (Batman Begins & The Dark Knight). They were so good! The acting (minus Katie Holmes), storylines and action scenes were superb. I cannot wait until the third one gets underway!
The Kabob Party we had went well. We were so privileged to have a Muslim family attend and for them to hang around a group of Christians most of the night. This was an answer to prayer for my friend that brought them and I am so thankful to the Lord that He used our small party in such a way.
The Lord has been bidding me to return to Him and I am finally listening. I have been very selfish with my free time lately and I have been ignoring His promptings to seek Him more. Of this I am ashamed. How could I? But I did and through sermons and lectures I have heard over the past week of so I see my sin and trying to get back into a disciplined way of life. Praise the Lord Jesus Christ that He never stops pursuing us! If you have not met with Him today or even this week, it's not too late. Draw near to Him and He will draw near to you...He promised and He is faithful!
Two things happen in two days:
1. I get to go home to Missouri
2. I turn 25
Remember how the store I work at was nominated as Louisville's Best Businesses in the Wedding Invitation Category. Well, we won. :) I don't think we get anything but the sheer joy of winning...which I am fine with. :)
My sister and I bought my Mom's Christmas present online last night. One present down, a few more to go.
Semester in Review: This semester has been one of the most difficult. Not because the work load as been overbearing but I have been apathetic towards my schoolwork as well as weary of it and I have been undisciplined in general. The Lord has taught me much through it all. Key themese have been spiritual warfare, perseverance, trust/faith, the need to watch my life and doctrine and accountability. This semester I was forced to have an accountability partner for my Spiritual Disciplines class. I dreaded the assignment first, but it has actually been a blessing. I have gained a new sister and Christ and learned the importance of opening up to others. I also translated an entire book of the Bible (1 John) which is such a privilege.
I am still praying about studying/serving overseas next semester. My sister is also praying about going to Romania with Mobap this spring. Please join us as we pray for these things.
Oh, oh...I saw both new Batman movies this past week (Batman Begins & The Dark Knight). They were so good! The acting (minus Katie Holmes), storylines and action scenes were superb. I cannot wait until the third one gets underway!
The Kabob Party we had went well. We were so privileged to have a Muslim family attend and for them to hang around a group of Christians most of the night. This was an answer to prayer for my friend that brought them and I am so thankful to the Lord that He used our small party in such a way.
The Lord has been bidding me to return to Him and I am finally listening. I have been very selfish with my free time lately and I have been ignoring His promptings to seek Him more. Of this I am ashamed. How could I? But I did and through sermons and lectures I have heard over the past week of so I see my sin and trying to get back into a disciplined way of life. Praise the Lord Jesus Christ that He never stops pursuing us! If you have not met with Him today or even this week, it's not too late. Draw near to Him and He will draw near to you...He promised and He is faithful!
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Breaking Out of the Bubble
First, I must say that I finished my Greek paper! :)
Second, I exercised my right as an American citizen today by voting. My roommate and I got up early, threw on hoodies and ran out the door to vote when the poles opened. I voted for the lesser of the two evils (McCain). I take comfort in the fact, however, that the Lord reigns over this election and His purpose will be accomplished.
These past few weeks have been extremely busy...but not completely with schoolwork. I have decided to break out of the seminary bubble of studying that I had been sucked into. It has been so great to hang out with and serve others. Over the past couple of weeks my roommate and I have pushed our homework aside and had dinner with our neighbors, attended each other's churches' truck or treat (below), had a couple friends over and attended a birthday party. On Sunday, I went with my boss to Otter Creek and did a little hiking (below). It was absolutely beautiful there. The Lord has been so gracious in blessing these times and also by blessing my studies. This week, we are having our neighbors over and then we are having a kabob-themed party this weekend. Fun times. :) The Lord has used these times to refresh me and break me out of the rut I had fell into of work, work, work. My pastor (from home) encouraged me find the ways that refresh my spirit while I am at seminary and this semester I have not been good at doing this. It happened so slyly that I hadn't noticed until the Lord showed me...and I am so thankful He did. :)
The Lord has been teaching me so much about Church History, Greek and Spiritual Warfare through my classes. Please pray that all this learning will not puff me up (1 Corinthians 8:1) but will make me fall even more in love with my Savior. He is so much more worthy than what I have to offer Him and I cannot wait to see Him face to face.
I get to go home the whole week of Thanksgiving! I am so excited. This also means that I get to attend my home church's annual celebration event and I get to attend Two weekend gatherings. :) Plus, I get to spend the whole week with my sister. I miss her.
The Lord continues to amaze me with His provision and continues to teach me about trusting Him.
There is more to say, but I am so tired. I think I may go to bed...even though it is not yet 9:00.
Second, I exercised my right as an American citizen today by voting. My roommate and I got up early, threw on hoodies and ran out the door to vote when the poles opened. I voted for the lesser of the two evils (McCain). I take comfort in the fact, however, that the Lord reigns over this election and His purpose will be accomplished.
These past few weeks have been extremely busy...but not completely with schoolwork. I have decided to break out of the seminary bubble of studying that I had been sucked into. It has been so great to hang out with and serve others. Over the past couple of weeks my roommate and I have pushed our homework aside and had dinner with our neighbors, attended each other's churches' truck or treat (below), had a couple friends over and attended a birthday party. On Sunday, I went with my boss to Otter Creek and did a little hiking (below). It was absolutely beautiful there. The Lord has been so gracious in blessing these times and also by blessing my studies. This week, we are having our neighbors over and then we are having a kabob-themed party this weekend. Fun times. :) The Lord has used these times to refresh me and break me out of the rut I had fell into of work, work, work. My pastor (from home) encouraged me find the ways that refresh my spirit while I am at seminary and this semester I have not been good at doing this. It happened so slyly that I hadn't noticed until the Lord showed me...and I am so thankful He did. :)
The Lord has been teaching me so much about Church History, Greek and Spiritual Warfare through my classes. Please pray that all this learning will not puff me up (1 Corinthians 8:1) but will make me fall even more in love with my Savior. He is so much more worthy than what I have to offer Him and I cannot wait to see Him face to face.
I get to go home the whole week of Thanksgiving! I am so excited. This also means that I get to attend my home church's annual celebration event and I get to attend Two weekend gatherings. :) Plus, I get to spend the whole week with my sister. I miss her.
The Lord continues to amaze me with His provision and continues to teach me about trusting Him.
There is more to say, but I am so tired. I think I may go to bed...even though it is not yet 9:00.
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