That's 20 :)
Friday
1. Took the long way home and drove past our old town home. Awesome moment of looking back.
2. Took the boys to "shooting ball" place.
3. Watched Robin Hood with the boys. (Actually watched, didn't do my own thing on the side.) Never realized they had a noose in it before. That's a tough one to explain...
4. Left work with no papers in hand. Could have. Chose not to.
5. Was reminded of why I don't teach LA anymore while grading SCR responses for ELC day. Ha ha check out all those acronyms :)
6. Finished and ordered my dad's birthday present. Big 60 this year :)
7. Moved some furniture to get ready for the carpet cleaner today.
8. Didn't overreact when I could/should have.
9. Kept my mouth shut while others fed off each other on the work overload. Still trying to figure out how to be a light in situations like this.
10. Made choices to consume less.
Saturday
1. Got the carpets cleaned.
2. Brought the boys to the dentist. No cavities. After Aidan' spring appt this was a BIG celebration.
3. Got Little Ceasers for lunch, ate it in the driveway so the carpet could dry. Played with sidewalk chalk. Wrote rhyming words.
4. Went to birthday party at Pump it Up. Played. And played some more. It is way more fun to be a kid than watch the kids.
5. Went on a mini-hike. Needed some non-city moments even if for a moment.
6. Was told by Aidan that I need to hunt down the bears and hyneas and tear their skin off for breakfast for his Surviorman birthday party. Hmmm.
7. Made French Toast for dinner.
8. Got surprised by Jeremy coming home.
9. Went and got new balloons.
10. Randomly rememberd the moment I had slurpees with Aidan in Target right before I went into labor with Micah. I knew it was the last time it would be just "us" and treasured it.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Thursday 10
Missed yesterday. Most of it was spent sleeping :)
Today
1. Had "Family Night" at Starbucks at 8 tonight after conferences. Felt totally blessed to have hot chocolate with the boys.
2. Got water for Pluto at Starbucks...gave the guy a good laugh.
3. Took a nap in the van in the parking lot of the park.
4. Woke up. That was a challenge in inself today.
5. Comforted Micah in the early hours of the morning that there were no snakes in his bed.
6. Tucked Aidan in. He was so proud that he set his bed up on the floor.
7. Talked to a lot more parents. Realized that "student led" really is just talk to your student until the teacher can sit down with you. Will be more prepared for next time.
8. Enjoyed a low-key teaching day. Discovered a softer side to the kids.
9. Reflected on what is the biggest inconvenience in my life right now and what God is revealing to me through that.
10. Hard core believe in the power of prayer. There is no earthly explanation on how I could feel so healthy when I am so sick.
Today
1. Had "Family Night" at Starbucks at 8 tonight after conferences. Felt totally blessed to have hot chocolate with the boys.
2. Got water for Pluto at Starbucks...gave the guy a good laugh.
3. Took a nap in the van in the parking lot of the park.
4. Woke up. That was a challenge in inself today.
5. Comforted Micah in the early hours of the morning that there were no snakes in his bed.
6. Tucked Aidan in. He was so proud that he set his bed up on the floor.
7. Talked to a lot more parents. Realized that "student led" really is just talk to your student until the teacher can sit down with you. Will be more prepared for next time.
8. Enjoyed a low-key teaching day. Discovered a softer side to the kids.
9. Reflected on what is the biggest inconvenience in my life right now and what God is revealing to me through that.
10. Hard core believe in the power of prayer. There is no earthly explanation on how I could feel so healthy when I am so sick.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Tuesday 10
1. Called in a sub for tomorrow. I'm sick and that is ok.
2. Gave a student a hug who was brought to tears from a test grade.
3. Encouraged a lot of parents that test scores are going to be low and that is because I expect critical thinking not just answers. They supported me and it encouraged me to know they got it.
4. Watched a lot of Frasiers when I got home.
5. Got some interesting perspectives on why kids aren't doing their hw.
6. Ate peanutbutter rice krispy bars. Love them.
7. Helped Micah down the stairs with Pluto and Mickey this morning.
8. Was blessed my my teammate doing my outdoor duty because I wasn't feeling good.
9. Put out candycorn.
10. Kissed my sleeping boys that I didn't get to see all day. Missed them. Oh yeah and bought them Haloween cookies for a special treat for tomorrow. Now I even get to give it to them in person :)
2. Gave a student a hug who was brought to tears from a test grade.
3. Encouraged a lot of parents that test scores are going to be low and that is because I expect critical thinking not just answers. They supported me and it encouraged me to know they got it.
4. Watched a lot of Frasiers when I got home.
5. Got some interesting perspectives on why kids aren't doing their hw.
6. Ate peanutbutter rice krispy bars. Love them.
7. Helped Micah down the stairs with Pluto and Mickey this morning.
8. Was blessed my my teammate doing my outdoor duty because I wasn't feeling good.
9. Put out candycorn.
10. Kissed my sleeping boys that I didn't get to see all day. Missed them. Oh yeah and bought them Haloween cookies for a special treat for tomorrow. Now I even get to give it to them in person :)
Monday, September 21, 2009
Monday 10 Things
A while back (long while) I did "3" things...3 pictures, 3 things to remember, and 3 things I was thankful for. I thought I'd give a try at a list of 10 for a week. 10 things I did during the day. In a life so full right now I am hoping it reminds me of what was the most important.
1. Gave Micah a kiss goodnight on the nose and he said "not on my nose, on my mouth!"
2. Sent a text and got a text reminding me of God's goodness and rewards of obedience.
3. Scored and recorded 130 tests...all grades are ready for conferences! Ahhh! Breathe.
4. Turned in something to get copied that wasn't perfect...I sent it to print anyway.
5. Listened to Matthew 1-6. Thought it was weird how it went from Jesus birth to the Beatitudes so quickly, never noticed that before.
6. Went to Souper Salad. Was so proud of Aidan getting all his own food himself and then he dumped it all over the floor. Allowed him to feel sad (with the reminding from Jeremy :)) instead of telling him why he could just fix it and go on. It was a big deal to him. Acknowledging that was good.
7. Took a long hot shower in hopes to feel better. I am coming down with something and trying to stay ontop of it.
8. Let some stuff go.
9. Called Jeremy to ask for encouragement when I was feeling overwhelmed. Got some.
10. Had Aidan find me to tell me he got to the next level all by himself. He was so proud. I was happy for him. Especially after his being grounded being removed...all the more excitement to play again.
1. Gave Micah a kiss goodnight on the nose and he said "not on my nose, on my mouth!"
2. Sent a text and got a text reminding me of God's goodness and rewards of obedience.
3. Scored and recorded 130 tests...all grades are ready for conferences! Ahhh! Breathe.
4. Turned in something to get copied that wasn't perfect...I sent it to print anyway.
5. Listened to Matthew 1-6. Thought it was weird how it went from Jesus birth to the Beatitudes so quickly, never noticed that before.
6. Went to Souper Salad. Was so proud of Aidan getting all his own food himself and then he dumped it all over the floor. Allowed him to feel sad (with the reminding from Jeremy :)) instead of telling him why he could just fix it and go on. It was a big deal to him. Acknowledging that was good.
7. Took a long hot shower in hopes to feel better. I am coming down with something and trying to stay ontop of it.
8. Let some stuff go.
9. Called Jeremy to ask for encouragement when I was feeling overwhelmed. Got some.
10. Had Aidan find me to tell me he got to the next level all by himself. He was so proud. I was happy for him. Especially after his being grounded being removed...all the more excitement to play again.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
On Feb 6th
I wrote "Being busy keeps us in "good mode" but being still moves us to extraordinary."
I was reading Psalm 23.
I was helping those that "didn't get math."
I was redefining what was important to me.
Today.
I started my morning with Matthew 5.
I read the promises of Psalm 23.
I cherished my night with my boys.
I am planning Surface Area and Volume.
I am redefining what is important to me.
I am writing the line from Dead Poet's Society "dare to live lives extraordinary".
Dare.
In February I believed it came from being still, but now I am in a season of more on my plate than ever. Still isn't outward it is inward. "It is well with my soul" came out of a story of horrible circumstances.
Bottom line. He must become more. I must become less.
Dare for extraordinary.
I was reading Psalm 23.
I was helping those that "didn't get math."
I was redefining what was important to me.
Today.
I started my morning with Matthew 5.
I read the promises of Psalm 23.
I cherished my night with my boys.
I am planning Surface Area and Volume.
I am redefining what is important to me.
I am writing the line from Dead Poet's Society "dare to live lives extraordinary".
Dare.
In February I believed it came from being still, but now I am in a season of more on my plate than ever. Still isn't outward it is inward. "It is well with my soul" came out of a story of horrible circumstances.
Bottom line. He must become more. I must become less.
Dare for extraordinary.
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
A perspective shot
and this http://biglefteye.blogspot.com/2009/09/makes-me-feel-so-tiny-in-this-small.html
Need a good kick tonight to take a breath and enjoy the view. Here is my perspective shot from just last month @ Mt. Yale. I have always loved the perspective that the mountains give. God is crazy creative.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
My grown-up temper tantrum
So my spewing goes like this...
Doors shutting all around on what makes sense to me as best for the boy's for school. Spilled on the new couch. Head is pounding. Jeremy's patio lines are off. Bedtime routine has become miserable. And I'm locked out of the blasting e-benefits and need to register by tomorrow. I don't know what to do with myself right now. I hate that when you can't even figure out if you should go to sleep, finish up stuff that is weighing on you, or just cry it out. So I am choosing to process...
I want to take my own advice right now (ummm actually Paul's) To look to that which is noble, true, excellent, praiseworthy but what if you are just more in a David duke it out lamenting Psalm place?
This was supposed to be best. This was supposed to be a week of a not just saying "That was a God thing" but saying "That was a God explosion". I really was expectant for great things. Is my view clouded? Are there great things that I am either missing out on by looking down instead of up or does my view of great need to change? If God is doing great things because His character never changes then is my idea of great too humanly driven and not eternity driven?
Too deep for even my own processing right now. I think I just need to look back to be reminded of God's faithfulness. Good ole' Isrealities were good for some lessons.
Doors shutting all around on what makes sense to me as best for the boy's for school. Spilled on the new couch. Head is pounding. Jeremy's patio lines are off. Bedtime routine has become miserable. And I'm locked out of the blasting e-benefits and need to register by tomorrow. I don't know what to do with myself right now. I hate that when you can't even figure out if you should go to sleep, finish up stuff that is weighing on you, or just cry it out. So I am choosing to process...
I want to take my own advice right now (ummm actually Paul's) To look to that which is noble, true, excellent, praiseworthy but what if you are just more in a David duke it out lamenting Psalm place?
This was supposed to be best. This was supposed to be a week of a not just saying "That was a God thing" but saying "That was a God explosion". I really was expectant for great things. Is my view clouded? Are there great things that I am either missing out on by looking down instead of up or does my view of great need to change? If God is doing great things because His character never changes then is my idea of great too humanly driven and not eternity driven?
Too deep for even my own processing right now. I think I just need to look back to be reminded of God's faithfulness. Good ole' Isrealities were good for some lessons.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
3 More
Same questions...worth revisiting again.
1. Who/what are you trusting today?
1. Who/what are you trusting today?
2. Who/what are you grateful for today?
3. Who/ what is inspiring you today?
1. Trusting that the same peace that I rested in a few months ago will be there as we enter into the fall of unknowns.
2. Grateful for the blessing of doing Aidan's therapy session with him today (never did that before) and seeing him ROCK it. And how hard he works not just there but everyday.
3. Inspired by Proverbs. And fun summer music.
Friday, July 03, 2009
3 questions
Haven't blogged in a long time. Combination of being overloaded in life emotionally with parenting battles, interviewing and getting a job and now searching for the best fit for the boys for the fall, and just being plain tired from traveling and schedules.
But tonight I am "borrowing" questions from a fellow blogger...just to reflect a little bit.
But tonight I am "borrowing" questions from a fellow blogger...just to reflect a little bit.
1. Who/what are you trusting today?
2. Who/what are you grateful for today?
3. Who/ what is inspiring you today?
1. I am always trusting in my Faithful God. But I am also trusting that the school that we decide on for the boys for the fall will be the best. Not just ideal, but the best.
2. Today I am grateful for taking time to understand my boys not just react to them. To ask questions when I would rather tell them what they should be feeling or thinking. To know that I need to be open to learning from my children not just them learning from me. I am grateful for taking each day at a time and sometimes each hour. And also a cherry coke slurpee. Ymm.
3. I am inspired by the book I just finished "The Summer of the Swans" (love adolescent lit...and love that you can finish it in a few hours) Powerful story of loving and discovering when you care more about somebody else than yourself. Also inspired by fun greens...I am weird I know.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
My Scattered thoughts...
Couple things I've been pondering on and just wanted to get them on "paper"...
Ran the Colfax Relay Marathon a few weeks back. Learned the value of running a race and having those cheering for you and coming along side you...when you needed it most. For somebody who hates having a workout partner and likes to do things myself this race really brought to light the value of "running partners"as it parallels with Soul Revolution and having people to "run" along side you. I need those people but the key is they have to be in the race with you to give you the support when you hit the wall. You can't wait to have your partner join you when the journey gets tough...they need to be there all along.
Watched "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" one of those movies that you turn over in your mind afterward. Some interesting thoughts on life constantly changing, the choices we make that seem inconsequential but interweave in ways that are life changing, learning from the old, and missing out on the chance to be a parent...
Still pondering and don't want to give away too much. Just like those movies that make you think about life in new (backwards ways).
Celebrated mothers day this year. Really truly with joy and no sorrow. Bought the gift I never did 14 years ago and thanked my mom for being the "Selah" (stop and listen) in my life. Love that she taught me how to set aside that which didn't matter for that which did. She knew how to play and create. I am moving towards that more and more...
Read Soul Revolution. Actually finished it. So so much to write about that. Huge. Amazing. Real applications to connecting with God. Following prompting and learning about faith and trust. And money. Ha! Like the idea at the end of the book to have your own "rock piles of faith" as reminders of God's faithfulness. Have been collecting those and reflecting on that.
And finally been challenged with the thought...do I trust God's gifts or Him as a giver? That's a tough looking inward one. But so so necessary as we life a life of trust.
And getting ready to celebrate Jenn (and Scott too of course)...so off I go...
Ran the Colfax Relay Marathon a few weeks back. Learned the value of running a race and having those cheering for you and coming along side you...when you needed it most. For somebody who hates having a workout partner and likes to do things myself this race really brought to light the value of "running partners"as it parallels with Soul Revolution and having people to "run" along side you. I need those people but the key is they have to be in the race with you to give you the support when you hit the wall. You can't wait to have your partner join you when the journey gets tough...they need to be there all along.
Watched "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" one of those movies that you turn over in your mind afterward. Some interesting thoughts on life constantly changing, the choices we make that seem inconsequential but interweave in ways that are life changing, learning from the old, and missing out on the chance to be a parent...
Still pondering and don't want to give away too much. Just like those movies that make you think about life in new (backwards ways).
Celebrated mothers day this year. Really truly with joy and no sorrow. Bought the gift I never did 14 years ago and thanked my mom for being the "Selah" (stop and listen) in my life. Love that she taught me how to set aside that which didn't matter for that which did. She knew how to play and create. I am moving towards that more and more...
Read Soul Revolution. Actually finished it. So so much to write about that. Huge. Amazing. Real applications to connecting with God. Following prompting and learning about faith and trust. And money. Ha! Like the idea at the end of the book to have your own "rock piles of faith" as reminders of God's faithfulness. Have been collecting those and reflecting on that.
And finally been challenged with the thought...do I trust God's gifts or Him as a giver? That's a tough looking inward one. But so so necessary as we life a life of trust.
And getting ready to celebrate Jenn (and Scott too of course)...so off I go...
Friday, May 15, 2009
Selah
...just stopping and listening more (Selah)
Today I am thankful for listening to Aidan's precious questions about God. And telling me that God and Jesus are friends because God sent Jesus as a baby. And wondering why God doesn't talk to us in burning bushes anymore. And if our house was on fire he would pray for God to protect us. And he wishes he was God because God doesn't make any mistakes.
I told him I was glad that we are children of God and agreed that it was good that God didn't make mistakes. Because he made each of us.
Children help us learn about the kingdom more. I am so thankful for that.
Today I am thankful for listening to Aidan's precious questions about God. And telling me that God and Jesus are friends because God sent Jesus as a baby. And wondering why God doesn't talk to us in burning bushes anymore. And if our house was on fire he would pray for God to protect us. And he wishes he was God because God doesn't make any mistakes.
I told him I was glad that we are children of God and agreed that it was good that God didn't make mistakes. Because he made each of us.
Children help us learn about the kingdom more. I am so thankful for that.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Overcome
One of my favorite Desperation band songs. Great lyrics. Live them today. Be encouraged.
Seated above, enthroned in the Father's love
Destined to die, poured out for all mankind
God's only son perfect and spotless one
He never sinned, but suffered as if he did
All authority, every victo-ry is Yours
All authority, every victory is Yours
Savior, worthy of honor and glory, worthy of all our praise, You overcame
Jesus, awesome in power forever,awesome and great is Your name,You overcame
Power in hand speaking the Father's plan
You're sending us out, light in this broken land
We will overcome by the blood of the Lamb
and the word of our testimony, everyone overcome
Seated above, enthroned in the Father's love
Destined to die, poured out for all mankind
God's only son perfect and spotless one
He never sinned, but suffered as if he did
All authority, every victo-ry is Yours
All authority, every victory is Yours
Savior, worthy of honor and glory, worthy of all our praise, You overcame
Jesus, awesome in power forever,awesome and great is Your name,You overcame
Power in hand speaking the Father's plan
You're sending us out, light in this broken land
We will overcome by the blood of the Lamb
and the word of our testimony, everyone overcome
Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Gratitude just because
A lot of times I make lists to "combat" when I am discouraged. Monday I was discouraged. Yesterday was a joyous day. Just goes to show how rollercoaster this life can be. So today I am a making one just because who knows what today holds...
1. Mikey eating breakfast next to me.
2. Aidan telling me about all the animals in the jungle.
3. Celebrating mothers day. Truly.
4. Jeremy giving his all to us in so many ways.
5. Victory. Because of the cross. And because He loves us. (Romans 8:37)
6. Blooming flowers and Aidan naming them.
7. A full fridge and pantry.
8. Washing machine and dryer. Seriously can you imagine life without these?
9. Friends thinking of me and showing me that through love.
10. My cell phone. Even if it is a stinking Razor that is breaking on me...
11. Soul Revolution and "running partners" to do it with.
12. Toy Story, Red pants, Apple Game, sidewalk chalk, alligators, chocolate milk and all that which brings joy to my boys.
13. Everybody healthy for the first time in a while!
14. Painting and discovering how much I like to play with it.
15. A wedding soon! And another!
16. Catering and the food and money it provides.
17. A surprising face at church on Sunday.
18. Life.
...and poppyseed cake and celebrating my mom.
1. Mikey eating breakfast next to me.
2. Aidan telling me about all the animals in the jungle.
3. Celebrating mothers day. Truly.
4. Jeremy giving his all to us in so many ways.
5. Victory. Because of the cross. And because He loves us. (Romans 8:37)
6. Blooming flowers and Aidan naming them.
7. A full fridge and pantry.
8. Washing machine and dryer. Seriously can you imagine life without these?
9. Friends thinking of me and showing me that through love.
10. My cell phone. Even if it is a stinking Razor that is breaking on me...
11. Soul Revolution and "running partners" to do it with.
12. Toy Story, Red pants, Apple Game, sidewalk chalk, alligators, chocolate milk and all that which brings joy to my boys.
13. Everybody healthy for the first time in a while!
14. Painting and discovering how much I like to play with it.
15. A wedding soon! And another!
16. Catering and the food and money it provides.
17. A surprising face at church on Sunday.
18. Life.
...and poppyseed cake and celebrating my mom.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Thinking about Christmas
Inspired by this:
http://mollyirwin.typepadcom/mollyirwin/holiday/
And a random December Issue of Body and Soul that I checked out from the library has got me thinking about Christmas in April.
So many times we rush through December and have crazy expectations of presents, cookies, projects, yada yada. We play the songs. We put away the CDs on the 26th and then don't revisit them until next year.
So...what if?
What if we did the Holiday more year round? Or is there something magical about looking forward to that stuff?
Just thinking...that's all. Wondering what to do to bring a little Christmas into my year. Anybody want to join me for some caroling? ;)
http://mollyirwin.typepadcom/mollyirwin/holiday/
And a random December Issue of Body and Soul that I checked out from the library has got me thinking about Christmas in April.
So many times we rush through December and have crazy expectations of presents, cookies, projects, yada yada. We play the songs. We put away the CDs on the 26th and then don't revisit them until next year.
So...what if?
What if we did the Holiday more year round? Or is there something magical about looking forward to that stuff?
Just thinking...that's all. Wondering what to do to bring a little Christmas into my year. Anybody want to join me for some caroling? ;)
Monday, April 13, 2009
Our Soccer Guy
On Saturday Aidan went to his first "soccer practice' and loved it! They play "games" with the ball not a traditional game but they are learning skill work by playing "Mr. Fox, hamper, and red light green light". Good stuff. He had fun...we actually froze (need to bring Starbucks next time!) More than anything it was such a blessing to see him have fun playing.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Tuesday Cranky
After a wonderfully refreshing weekend I woke up this morning totally crabby and tired due to a restless night of sleep...amazed at how fast my attitude changed. So now I am am choosing to focus on Phil 4:8...you know that true, noble, excellent, praiseworthy stuff.
1. Aidan's heart for helping his brother this morning.(He wanted to make him breakfast and all I saw was him making a mess. Good lesson for me to stop and seek understanding.)
2. Morning air. I love being outside early morning. Too bad I have ceased to be a morning person :)
3. The blessing of heading to the gym while the boys are at school.
4. Sunflower market. Heading there this morning too.
5. A flexible, loving, patient husband. Yeah that should have been #1. He helped me seek understanding.
6. Realizing that my walk with Jesus can be moment to moment more than I ever thought possible.
7. Seeing sprouts...both outside and metaphorically.
8. Open gym. And since we hadn't been in so long it was such a leap in the boys skills and confidence. So fun.
9. Micah and "yum yum, that's delicious!"
10. Music. Itunes, pandora...boys singing. We are blessed.
1. Aidan's heart for helping his brother this morning.(He wanted to make him breakfast and all I saw was him making a mess. Good lesson for me to stop and seek understanding.)
2. Morning air. I love being outside early morning. Too bad I have ceased to be a morning person :)
3. The blessing of heading to the gym while the boys are at school.
4. Sunflower market. Heading there this morning too.
5. A flexible, loving, patient husband. Yeah that should have been #1. He helped me seek understanding.
6. Realizing that my walk with Jesus can be moment to moment more than I ever thought possible.
7. Seeing sprouts...both outside and metaphorically.
8. Open gym. And since we hadn't been in so long it was such a leap in the boys skills and confidence. So fun.
9. Micah and "yum yum, that's delicious!"
10. Music. Itunes, pandora...boys singing. We are blessed.
Saturday, March 07, 2009
Just for Fun: Crayons, heart, and soul
Saw this online today and thought it could lend to lots of ideas. (Crysti what to do with all those broken crayons from church :))
http://mollyirwin.typepad.com/mollyirwin/2009/03/wearing-the-green.html
Also on a deeper note I have been reading about the difference between heart and soul. Any thoughts?
Found this so far:
http://www.biblebb.com/files/tonyqa/tc00-107.htm
http://mollyirwin.typepad.com/mollyirwin/2009/03/wearing-the-green.html
Also on a deeper note I have been reading about the difference between heart and soul. Any thoughts?
Found this so far:
http://www.biblebb.com/files/tonyqa/tc00-107.htm
Friday, March 06, 2009
The Same Power
My sweet boy was watching videos on you tube with me and found this one. I have been encouraged by it as I am dragging from feeling like yuck this week. (Currently sitting in Micah's room for my own quiet time while Micah is with Daddy for his quiet time. Silly world.)
There is a love that I know
A strength for the weak and the broken heart
My Shepherd and King
I find You within me
For you are here
My Lord forever
You are here
Verse 2:
A strength for the weak and the broken heart
My Shepherd and King
I find You within me
For you are here
My Lord forever
You are here
Verse 2:
You carried the cross for the world
Gathered the lost and the fatherless
My Shepherd and King
I find You within me
For You are here
My Lord forever
You are here
Chorus:
In this place, you are here
By Your mercy, I draw near
In my heart, take your place
You are here
Verse 3:
Your word is the light of the earth
Your glory resounds in the universe
My Shepherd and King
I find You within me
For You are here
My Lord forever
You are here
Chorus
You are here
You are here
You are here
Bridge:
The same power that conquered the grave
Lives in me, Lives in me
Your love that rescued the earth
Lives in me, lives in me
You are here
You are here
You are here
Sunday, March 01, 2009
Sunday Thoughts
After my experiment this week I realized a couple things.
Every day we have CHOICES. We choose what to feed into. We choose what to remember. We choose to have gratitude. Check it out.
Philippians 4: 4-9
(Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.)
In college I wrote notes from my NT professor about these verses in my margin. They are as follows "praise allows you to focus on the lovely rather than the lousy. It's a +1 mindset, not just neutral."
That is it. I want to live in that mindset. I have a choice to. Check out what Paul tells us to focus on...
-true
-noble
-right
-pure
-lovely
-admirable
-excellent
-praiseworthy
Result? The God of peace will be with you. (vs 9)
Friday and Saturday were not as good of days with the boys. But if I step back and look at the BIG picture and the WHOLE day rather than just the yuck I find there was still way more good than not. (Praiseworthy rather than lousy.) I am having more peace because of this. I hope you do too.
Every day we have CHOICES. We choose what to feed into. We choose what to remember. We choose to have gratitude. Check it out.
Philippians 4: 4-9
(Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.)
In college I wrote notes from my NT professor about these verses in my margin. They are as follows "praise allows you to focus on the lovely rather than the lousy. It's a +1 mindset, not just neutral."
That is it. I want to live in that mindset. I have a choice to. Check out what Paul tells us to focus on...
-true
-noble
-right
-pure
-lovely
-admirable
-excellent
-praiseworthy
Result? The God of peace will be with you. (vs 9)
Friday and Saturday were not as good of days with the boys. But if I step back and look at the BIG picture and the WHOLE day rather than just the yuck I find there was still way more good than not. (Praiseworthy rather than lousy.) I am having more peace because of this. I hope you do too.
Saturday 3
Gratitude
1. Living in a country where we can share our faith openly. I have never been in a "closed country" and it has even been years since going on a missions trip to Mexico. Hanging door hangers opened my eyes to the blessing of being able to say "just wanted to invite you to a new church starting in the area."
2. Having the health and strength to walk the streets to do the job. It was way more exhausting than I thought.
3. Hamburgers. I never want a hamburger but I am blessed to get one on those crazy days when I have the craving. (And a new pay month to go out with cash for dinner in budget :))
Remember
1. Aidan's enthusiasm for going out to do door hangers. He made sure we all had our t shirts on for it. And he wanted to invite his friend Aden. Awesome.
2. When dividing into teams for the neighborhoods Aidan saying "Micah and I are a team."
3. And yeah...don't give Aidan no time to recharge at home and then have him go to Home Depot after a long day. Not good for anybody.
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