I hope to be able to share the details of this incredibly exciting trip to Diepsloot, just outside Johannesburg, South Africa! There is just SOOOOO much to process and spit out! We saw over 400 people give their life to the Lord this past week. We saw a Wednesday morning church service that had 32 people answer the altar call at the end of the service. I have never witnessed some of the things I saw this week.....and I thank God that I got to see them!!
Stay posted for details!!
God is good
All the time
Monday, October 19, 2009
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
The rumors are false!!
I have not died or fallen off of the face of the earth nor have I been sucked into a swirling vortex!! I am living a life that is moving a million miles an hour!! Full time employment, full time student, wife and two kids........my time runs a little (A WHOLE LOT!!!) thin!! Of course in the world of no excuses that does not fly!! So my buddy Stacey called me out on my lack of execution on the blog yesterday......so here I am! I hope to post some of the cool things that have went on recently in my life!....but for now I will keep slinging some poetry at you!
BEAUTIFUL FEET
O how beautiful are the feet
That have on mountains trod
The foot soldiers of Christ
Messengers from God
Blessed be the ones who come
Delivering God’s Word
For if no one comes to preach it
Then no one will have heard
But who is there to preach
If no one is ever sent
Now put your faith in action
And be blessed because you went
Faith comes by the hearing of the
Word of God they’ve received
How can they call on Him
In Whom they have not believed
Blessed are they who bring the Peace
And share with all the Good News
Sharing the story of salvation through Him
To all, both the Greeks and the Jews
Therefore in that day
My people shall know My name
That I am He who speaks
'Behold, it is I; Our God reigns
We must keep handing out invitations
To the banquet we will see
And never forget the beautiful feet of my Savior
That He had pierced for me
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Romans 10:12-15
For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek, for the same Lord over all is rich to all who call upon Him. 13 For "whoever calls on the name of the LORD shall be saved." 14 How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? 15 And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: "How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, Who bring glad tidings of good things!"
Isaiah 52:6,7
6 Therefore My people shall know My name; Therefore they shall know in that day That I am He who speaks: 'Behold, it is I.' " 7 How beautiful upon the mountains Are the feet of him who brings good news, Who proclaims peace, Who brings glad tidings of good things, Who proclaims salvation, Who says to Zion, "Your God reigns!"
God has me SO busy in this world because He is SO busy in mine!!
Stay blessed!!
BEAUTIFUL FEET
O how beautiful are the feet
That have on mountains trod
The foot soldiers of Christ
Messengers from God
Blessed be the ones who come
Delivering God’s Word
For if no one comes to preach it
Then no one will have heard
But who is there to preach
If no one is ever sent
Now put your faith in action
And be blessed because you went
Faith comes by the hearing of the
Word of God they’ve received
How can they call on Him
In Whom they have not believed
Blessed are they who bring the Peace
And share with all the Good News
Sharing the story of salvation through Him
To all, both the Greeks and the Jews
Therefore in that day
My people shall know My name
That I am He who speaks
'Behold, it is I; Our God reigns
We must keep handing out invitations
To the banquet we will see
And never forget the beautiful feet of my Savior
That He had pierced for me
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Romans 10:12-15
For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek, for the same Lord over all is rich to all who call upon Him. 13 For "whoever calls on the name of the LORD shall be saved." 14 How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? 15 And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: "How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, Who bring glad tidings of good things!"
Isaiah 52:6,7
6 Therefore My people shall know My name; Therefore they shall know in that day That I am He who speaks: 'Behold, it is I.' " 7 How beautiful upon the mountains Are the feet of him who brings good news, Who proclaims peace, Who brings glad tidings of good things, Who proclaims salvation, Who says to Zion, "Your God reigns!"
God has me SO busy in this world because He is SO busy in mine!!
Stay blessed!!
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
IF YOU CAN READ THIS PLEASE PRAY!!
For today I will just post my pastor's blog (pbcvoice.blogspot.com) on here since this is what I would have been putting on here anyway!!
If You Can Read This Please PRAY!
This past weekend we found that some missionary friends were going through some serious health issues. Due to their place of ministry I will withhold names and location but the people of PBC know of whom I am speaking.The wife had to have an emergency appendectomy this past weekend. Today I have found out that she has some type of infection. Not sure if this is due to the surgery or if the appendix had actually ruptured and wasn't treated properly.The couple is searching for a way to get good medical treatment. I don't have any particulars as to where they plan on going. More than likely will have to fly out of country. Please pray that God will enable them to find the medical care they need. Please pray for their funds during this process as I am sure that it will push them to their limits.One other note: The wife is pregnant so we ask that you pray for the unborn child as well during all of this.The God we serve is faithful to bring healing to this lady. He is Jehovah-Rophe.As soon as I find out more, I will do my best to update everyone on her status. Until them keep this family in your prayers.Pray - Pray - Pray!Thanks.
If You Can Read This Please PRAY!
This past weekend we found that some missionary friends were going through some serious health issues. Due to their place of ministry I will withhold names and location but the people of PBC know of whom I am speaking.The wife had to have an emergency appendectomy this past weekend. Today I have found out that she has some type of infection. Not sure if this is due to the surgery or if the appendix had actually ruptured and wasn't treated properly.The couple is searching for a way to get good medical treatment. I don't have any particulars as to where they plan on going. More than likely will have to fly out of country. Please pray that God will enable them to find the medical care they need. Please pray for their funds during this process as I am sure that it will push them to their limits.One other note: The wife is pregnant so we ask that you pray for the unborn child as well during all of this.The God we serve is faithful to bring healing to this lady. He is Jehovah-Rophe.As soon as I find out more, I will do my best to update everyone on her status. Until them keep this family in your prayers.Pray - Pray - Pray!Thanks.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Just enjoying the ride!!
I'm so glad that I am not the one having to hold on to the wheel and drive. Allowing God to be the pilot in my life, allows me the opportunity to enjoy this life in a way that would otherwise be impossible! I am still unemployed (though I don't think I am for long) and this is causing no stress in my life. I know that the God who created me and the rest of this universe is the One who is in charge here. As long as I let go of my control and submit all of my life to Him, He will provide!!
Example: I am about to go to a job which will require me to drive and my truck is (badly) in need of some repairs. I do not have the means to get it done, but it really needs to happen and happen quickly! Friday, instead of worrying about me and my situation, I was very blessed to get to go with my pastor to a family's home where, by the time we left, the daughter had excepted Christ! What a blessed day!! On my way back to town from such a spirit growing experience, I had a man call me and tell me he was going to present me with some employment options today to see what would fit my situation best. Later that evening, I had someone (who didn't know the scope of what I needed) hand me a $400 check for truck repairs because they felt lead to do so! This morning I got the quote for my repairs. The quote was $391.26. In light of my obedience and submission to Him, He provided for me and DID NOT NEED MY HELP!! Our total submission and full obedience to Him is our greatest form of worship ever! I gave me to Him and He took care of EVERYTHING else! Who would want to try to sort this life out for themselves and fight this fight alone? NOT ME!!
He has been teaching me to be still and wait upon the Lord for nearly a year. 10 months ago God reavealed to me His direction for my life. He defined it more clearly for me in March. I had my pastor discuss with me the other day that God brings every member of the body (church) in for a reason. He said he was trying to figure out the reason God brought me there. We decided to pray about it. When I prayed, the info given me in March immediately came flooding back to me. Now because of the nature of what it is; I will not share what it is. I will wait (and trust completely) upon the Lord, and when it is time, He will reaveal it to my pastor. Now my pastor has been given a little insight on it by God.......which is Who will give him the rest! It will be so awesome to watch God continue to unfold His plans in front of me! I must always remember to be still and wait upon the Lord.
So of course for me, this all lead to a poem. Here it is with the verses of inspiration!
Psalm 46:10
Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!
Psalm 37:4
Delight yourself also in the LORD, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Isaiah 40:31
But those who wait on the LORD Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint
Be Still and Never Faint
Be still and wait upon the Lord
And your strength He shall renew
This flows from who He is
Unconnected to what you do
Rest in Him and enjoy your drink
From His ever flowing fount
Showing patience in His perfect timing
And on the wings of eagles you’ll mount
It’s a marathon not a sprint
So delight yourself in the Son
Never shall you grow weary
No matter how far you run
He has a plan for our lives
Yes the sinner and the saint
So when you walk with Him
Walk with Him and never faint
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Stay blessed!!
Example: I am about to go to a job which will require me to drive and my truck is (badly) in need of some repairs. I do not have the means to get it done, but it really needs to happen and happen quickly! Friday, instead of worrying about me and my situation, I was very blessed to get to go with my pastor to a family's home where, by the time we left, the daughter had excepted Christ! What a blessed day!! On my way back to town from such a spirit growing experience, I had a man call me and tell me he was going to present me with some employment options today to see what would fit my situation best. Later that evening, I had someone (who didn't know the scope of what I needed) hand me a $400 check for truck repairs because they felt lead to do so! This morning I got the quote for my repairs. The quote was $391.26. In light of my obedience and submission to Him, He provided for me and DID NOT NEED MY HELP!! Our total submission and full obedience to Him is our greatest form of worship ever! I gave me to Him and He took care of EVERYTHING else! Who would want to try to sort this life out for themselves and fight this fight alone? NOT ME!!
He has been teaching me to be still and wait upon the Lord for nearly a year. 10 months ago God reavealed to me His direction for my life. He defined it more clearly for me in March. I had my pastor discuss with me the other day that God brings every member of the body (church) in for a reason. He said he was trying to figure out the reason God brought me there. We decided to pray about it. When I prayed, the info given me in March immediately came flooding back to me. Now because of the nature of what it is; I will not share what it is. I will wait (and trust completely) upon the Lord, and when it is time, He will reaveal it to my pastor. Now my pastor has been given a little insight on it by God.......which is Who will give him the rest! It will be so awesome to watch God continue to unfold His plans in front of me! I must always remember to be still and wait upon the Lord.
So of course for me, this all lead to a poem. Here it is with the verses of inspiration!
Psalm 46:10
Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!
Psalm 37:4
Delight yourself also in the LORD, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Isaiah 40:31
But those who wait on the LORD Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint
Be Still and Never Faint
Be still and wait upon the Lord
And your strength He shall renew
This flows from who He is
Unconnected to what you do
Rest in Him and enjoy your drink
From His ever flowing fount
Showing patience in His perfect timing
And on the wings of eagles you’ll mount
It’s a marathon not a sprint
So delight yourself in the Son
Never shall you grow weary
No matter how far you run
He has a plan for our lives
Yes the sinner and the saint
So when you walk with Him
Walk with Him and never faint
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Stay blessed!!
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
News Update
I would like to share that as of Monday I am officially unemployed. Yesterday I interviewed with a guy who is a real class act! I didn't know that they still make them like him! Join with me in prayer about this union and how God wants it to fit together. I firmly believe that God has moved mightily in this situation to put us together, now we are leaving the details up to Him! All praise to mu God who answers prayers even if it isn't the way that seems right to us....because His plans are MUCH bigger and MUCH better than anything we could plan for ourselves!
Thank you, Abba!!
scot
Thank you, Abba!!
scot
Thursday, August 27, 2009
more poetry
I would like to share that Jessica Jessup has set up a page on facebook called Psaulms (the name is explained in the info tab) and it contains poetry and devotionals. She is posting some of my stuff on there. Please feel free to check it out and become a fan if you like!!
on to the poetry:
It's all about taking up your cross DAILY to follow hard after Him!!
Take up your cross -
My child and follow me -
Not just on occasion -
No it must be daily -
To gain the whole world -
But lose your soul still -
Not worth it, Die to yourself -
Submit all of you to His will
Here's another one:
His Strength
I can do ALL things through
The strength Christ provides
Because it is in my heart
That my Savior resides
Since He has already conquered this world
As well as death, hell, and the grave
I can march on under His banner
In light of His Victory, standing brave
Whether I’m staring at the mouths of lions
Or having to be thrown in the fire
I shall walk in the Light of this world
Until the day He moves me higher
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on to the poetry:
It's all about taking up your cross DAILY to follow hard after Him!!
Take up your cross -
My child and follow me -
Not just on occasion -
No it must be daily -
To gain the whole world -
But lose your soul still -
Not worth it, Die to yourself -
Submit all of you to His will
Here's another one:
His Strength
I can do ALL things through
The strength Christ provides
Because it is in my heart
That my Savior resides
Since He has already conquered this world
As well as death, hell, and the grave
I can march on under His banner
In light of His Victory, standing brave
Whether I’m staring at the mouths of lions
Or having to be thrown in the fire
I shall walk in the Light of this world
Until the day He moves me higher
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Monday, August 24, 2009
Daily Bread
Did Jesus pray for God to provide for Him a weeks worth of bread? Nope! Just His daily bread. If you're anything like me, it's tough to only see "the daily bread"! We want that reassurance of knowing that there is a reserve in case of an unforeseen emergency. Where God is standing, looking at our lives, there is no such thing as an unforeseen emergency. We panic while He says trust in Me and I WILL provide for you! So pray for me as I try to accept the fact that God is providing daily bread, which is hard for me though it IS His plan, and quit getting in God's way with all my "great" ideas. In Him lies all my faith and love!
Daily Bread
Give us this day our daily bread -
And the Peace that comes from You -
Lean not on your own understanding -
Acknowledge Him in all you do -
Now cast upon Him all your worries -
All your fears, your pain, your doubt -
Commit your life to worship Him -
And allow your King to work it out -
Daily Bread
Give us this day our daily bread -
And the Peace that comes from You -
Lean not on your own understanding -
Acknowledge Him in all you do -
Now cast upon Him all your worries -
All your fears, your pain, your doubt -
Commit your life to worship Him -
And allow your King to work it out -
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