All good things must come to an end. I guess that means my vacation too. Early tomorrow, my family will jump in the car and drive 9 hours back to Brighton. Pray for us as we travel. Also, pray for our car. We have had a little transmission trouble while we have been here and it would not be good to breakdown in the middle of nowhere with 2 kids.
We are going back tomorrow so that I can get back to coach the boys team, as we play the only team that has beaten us all season. Should be an interesting game.
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Monday, February 26, 2007
Newspring Church
Yesterday, Joni and I got to go to Newspring Church in Anderson, SC for their morning worship service. This church started in 1999 and averages around 8,000 each weekend. They also baptized 212 people this past Saturday. Here are some of my observations about the church:
1. They do everything with excellence!
2. Their sound system is amazing. I don't know if I have ever heard better sound anywhere.
3. It is obvious that they spend their time and energy on making their services extremely creative and relevant.
4. Their volunteers are awesome. I don't know if I have ever been around people that were more excited about serving Jesus! There were plenty of guys standing out in the rain to help people park and walk them to the door with umbrellas.
5. I have the worst luck when I go there. I have been twice and Perry Noble has not preached either of the times I have been there.
6. People were engaged in what was going on.
7. I had a real encounter with Jesus while I was there. The music was incredible and the message connected.
8. They talk about Jesus...a lot! One of the criticisms of a rapidly growing church is that "it is just a cult" or "no real ministry is going on". Nothing could be further from the truth.
In my opinion, this is one of the great churches in the country. They certainly have momentum on their side (I'll explain this tomorrow). I can't believe that they are seeing God do His thing in Anderson. Anderson is not a large community, so 8000 people in one place in a weekend is a HUGE deal! If you ever get the chance, check out Newspring in person or you can watch their services on the internet!
1. They do everything with excellence!
2. Their sound system is amazing. I don't know if I have ever heard better sound anywhere.
3. It is obvious that they spend their time and energy on making their services extremely creative and relevant.
4. Their volunteers are awesome. I don't know if I have ever been around people that were more excited about serving Jesus! There were plenty of guys standing out in the rain to help people park and walk them to the door with umbrellas.
5. I have the worst luck when I go there. I have been twice and Perry Noble has not preached either of the times I have been there.
6. People were engaged in what was going on.
7. I had a real encounter with Jesus while I was there. The music was incredible and the message connected.
8. They talk about Jesus...a lot! One of the criticisms of a rapidly growing church is that "it is just a cult" or "no real ministry is going on". Nothing could be further from the truth.
In my opinion, this is one of the great churches in the country. They certainly have momentum on their side (I'll explain this tomorrow). I can't believe that they are seeing God do His thing in Anderson. Anderson is not a large community, so 8000 people in one place in a weekend is a HUGE deal! If you ever get the chance, check out Newspring in person or you can watch their services on the internet!
Sunday, February 25, 2007
Sunday...
Joni and I went to Newspring Church in Anderson, SC this morning. I want to spend some time telling you about our experience there, so I will post about that tomorrow. All I have to say is that it was stinkin' awesome!
One the way there, I heard an interesting song on the radio. I had heard this song on the Grammy's a couple of weeks ago. It is not the type of song that I would usually recommend on this blog. Don't get me wrong, I am a big fan of rap music. I am usually more of an old school kind of guy.
So, although I do not usually encourage people to listen to Ludacris, I thought this song had some great lyrics. Seems to help us understand the pressures of life that todays teenagers face. Notice I didn't say that they were theologically correct but an accurate picture of the drama that teenagers face. Check it out:
Runaway Love
Now little lisa is only 9 years old
Shes tryin to figure out why the world is so cold
Why shes all all alone and they never met her family
Mamas always gone and she never met her daddy
Part of her is missin and nobody will listenin
Mama is on drugs gettin high up in the kitchen
Bringin home men at different hours of the night
Startin with laughs--usually endin in a fight
Sneak into her room while her mamas knocked out
Tryin to have his way and little lisa says 'ouch'
She tries to resist but then all he does is beat her
Tries to tell her mom but her mama don't believe her
Lisa is stuck up in the world on her own
Forced to think that hell is a place called home
Nothin else to do but some get some clothes and pack
She says shes bout to run away and never come back.
Runaway love (8x)
Little nicole is only 10 years old
Shes steady tryin to figure why the world is so cold
Why shes not pretty and nobody seems to like her
Alcoholic step dad always wanna strike her
Yells and abuses, leaves her with some bruises
Teachers ask questions she makin up excuses
Bleedin on the inside, cryin on the out
Its only one girl really knows what she about
Her name is lil stacy and they become friends
Promise that they always be tight til the end
Until one day lil stacy gets shot
A drive by bullet went stray up on her block
Now nicole stuck up in the world on her own
Forced to think that hell is a place called home
Nothin else to do but some get some clothes and pack
She says shes bout to run away and never come back.
Runaway love (8x)
Little erica is eleven years old
Shes steady tryin to figure why the world is so cold
So she pops x to get rid of all the pain
Cause shes havin sex with a boy whos sixteen
Emotions run deep and she thinks shes in love
So theres no protection hes usin no glove
Never thinkin bout the consequences of her actions
Livin for today and not tomorrows satisfaction
The days go by and her belly gets big
The father bails out he aint ready for a kid
Knowin her mama will blow it all outta proportion
Plus she lives poor so no money for abortion
Erica is stuck up in the world on her own
Forced to think that hell is a place called home
Nothin else to do but get her clothes and pack
She say shes about to run away and never come back.
Runaway love [repeats til end]
One the way there, I heard an interesting song on the radio. I had heard this song on the Grammy's a couple of weeks ago. It is not the type of song that I would usually recommend on this blog. Don't get me wrong, I am a big fan of rap music. I am usually more of an old school kind of guy.
So, although I do not usually encourage people to listen to Ludacris, I thought this song had some great lyrics. Seems to help us understand the pressures of life that todays teenagers face. Notice I didn't say that they were theologically correct but an accurate picture of the drama that teenagers face. Check it out:
Runaway Love
Now little lisa is only 9 years old
Shes tryin to figure out why the world is so cold
Why shes all all alone and they never met her family
Mamas always gone and she never met her daddy
Part of her is missin and nobody will listenin
Mama is on drugs gettin high up in the kitchen
Bringin home men at different hours of the night
Startin with laughs--usually endin in a fight
Sneak into her room while her mamas knocked out
Tryin to have his way and little lisa says 'ouch'
She tries to resist but then all he does is beat her
Tries to tell her mom but her mama don't believe her
Lisa is stuck up in the world on her own
Forced to think that hell is a place called home
Nothin else to do but some get some clothes and pack
She says shes bout to run away and never come back.
Runaway love (8x)
Little nicole is only 10 years old
Shes steady tryin to figure why the world is so cold
Why shes not pretty and nobody seems to like her
Alcoholic step dad always wanna strike her
Yells and abuses, leaves her with some bruises
Teachers ask questions she makin up excuses
Bleedin on the inside, cryin on the out
Its only one girl really knows what she about
Her name is lil stacy and they become friends
Promise that they always be tight til the end
Until one day lil stacy gets shot
A drive by bullet went stray up on her block
Now nicole stuck up in the world on her own
Forced to think that hell is a place called home
Nothin else to do but some get some clothes and pack
She says shes bout to run away and never come back.
Runaway love (8x)
Little erica is eleven years old
Shes steady tryin to figure why the world is so cold
So she pops x to get rid of all the pain
Cause shes havin sex with a boy whos sixteen
Emotions run deep and she thinks shes in love
So theres no protection hes usin no glove
Never thinkin bout the consequences of her actions
Livin for today and not tomorrows satisfaction
The days go by and her belly gets big
The father bails out he aint ready for a kid
Knowin her mama will blow it all outta proportion
Plus she lives poor so no money for abortion
Erica is stuck up in the world on her own
Forced to think that hell is a place called home
Nothin else to do but get her clothes and pack
She say shes about to run away and never come back.
Runaway love [repeats til end]
Saturday, February 24, 2007
Man Card
Ok...I am risking a lot by posting this for all the world to see. I am pretty sure that my man card should be taken away immediately. Joni has been talking for a while about wanting to get a pedicure. Today, I made that happen for her. She also has been trying to get me to get one also. Today she talked me into it.
I know....I know. I accept the abuse and humiliation that I will receive. However, I will have to say that it was pretty amazing! I hate feet. I hate people touching my feet and I also hate touching other people's feet. It was strange and awkward, but worth it in the end. Laugh all you want, it was great!
Oh yeah, since we are on the subject of feet, I saw an interesting church sign yesterday. I don't remember the name of the church, but it was described as Independent and Footwashing. Nothing makes a lost person want to go to church like that!
Thursday, February 22, 2007
It was the best of times....It was the worst of times...
Today was both a great day and a somewhat frustrating day.
First the good stuff...
I got to spend all day with my family.
My kids were great on the 8 1/2 hour drive to SC.
We made great time getting here, with no speeding tickets!
I realized that Brayden is starting to remember a lot of stuff. He knew when we
were almost to our parents' house.
Joni and I got to see our parents.
Our basketball team won.
My vacation officially began when we pulled in the driveway here.
Disclaimer: The good stuff far outweighed the bad stuff!
Bad stuff:
My phone crashed on me. This morning it had a blue screen. I made up my mind at
that point that I was not going to allow this to make me mad all day. It is
amazing how dependent we are on those things!
I didn't have a phone all day in the car. This is when I usually catch up on some
phone calls. Especially when everyone else in the car is asleep.
I lost all of my phone numbers. I got a replacement phone, but they could not
salvage my numbers.
I also lost my pics, ringtones, and a sweet Tiger Woods game.
Clemson lost for the 8th time in 10 games, after starting 17-0. They get the "We
only play one half of basketball" award!
My sister was taping something for me. She decided that she should go old school and record it on her VCR. She only taped 7 mins of it. I was deeply saddened!
Overall, it was still a great day!
First the good stuff...
I got to spend all day with my family.
My kids were great on the 8 1/2 hour drive to SC.
We made great time getting here, with no speeding tickets!
I realized that Brayden is starting to remember a lot of stuff. He knew when we
were almost to our parents' house.
Joni and I got to see our parents.
Our basketball team won.
My vacation officially began when we pulled in the driveway here.
Disclaimer: The good stuff far outweighed the bad stuff!
Bad stuff:
My phone crashed on me. This morning it had a blue screen. I made up my mind at
that point that I was not going to allow this to make me mad all day. It is
amazing how dependent we are on those things!
I didn't have a phone all day in the car. This is when I usually catch up on some
phone calls. Especially when everyone else in the car is asleep.
I lost all of my phone numbers. I got a replacement phone, but they could not
salvage my numbers.
I also lost my pics, ringtones, and a sweet Tiger Woods game.
Clemson lost for the 8th time in 10 games, after starting 17-0. They get the "We
only play one half of basketball" award!
My sister was taping something for me. She decided that she should go old school and record it on her VCR. She only taped 7 mins of it. I was deeply saddened!
Overall, it was still a great day!
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
I am so excited....I just can't hide it...
Tomorrow, my family will head to South Carolina to hang out for a week with our families. I can't wait to be able to spend the whole week with the people that I love most. I am looking forward to this also because it will be a nice little break for all of us, especially since my schedule has been so crazy lately. Joni certainly deserves the time away because she is an awesome wife and mother. Because Anniston still cannot be around large groups of people, she ends up spending most of her time at home with the kids.
Our parents are also really excited. They are ready to hang out with their grandkids. I am pretty sure that I could call them and say that Joni and I were not coming and they would be ok with that, as long as Anniston and Brayden were still coming. I know that it is really not like that but they sure do love those kids. And so do I!
So, pray for us while we travel. Nothing can be as fun as driving with a 2 year old and a 6 mth old. I can't wait for the adventure!!
Just for the record, the last time I was this excited about a vacation, we had a baby premature in a strange town. Let's pray that doesn't happen again! If so, we will all be shocked!!
Our parents are also really excited. They are ready to hang out with their grandkids. I am pretty sure that I could call them and say that Joni and I were not coming and they would be ok with that, as long as Anniston and Brayden were still coming. I know that it is really not like that but they sure do love those kids. And so do I!
So, pray for us while we travel. Nothing can be as fun as driving with a 2 year old and a 6 mth old. I can't wait for the adventure!!
Just for the record, the last time I was this excited about a vacation, we had a baby premature in a strange town. Let's pray that doesn't happen again! If so, we will all be shocked!!
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Smoking Section Please...
"If you want to win this world to Christ, you are going to have to sit in the smoking section. That is where lost people are found, and if you make them put their cigarette out to hear the message they will be thinking about only one thing: 'When can I get another cigarette?'"
-A quote from Organic Church by Neil Cole.
What a great quote! Of course it is not saying that everyone who smokes is not a Christian. It is saying that we have to go where lost people are and not always expect them to come to us. Also, we shouldn't focus on the symptoms but on the sin that plagues every person! Let's see them receive Jesus and then He will change all of those things!
-A quote from Organic Church by Neil Cole.
What a great quote! Of course it is not saying that everyone who smokes is not a Christian. It is saying that we have to go where lost people are and not always expect them to come to us. Also, we shouldn't focus on the symptoms but on the sin that plagues every person! Let's see them receive Jesus and then He will change all of those things!
Monday, February 19, 2007
6 months....already?
Yesterday was a pretty special day at the Lollis crib. Anniston was 6 months old yesterday. Now for a lot of parents, this isn't such a big deal. However, she has overcome a lot and is doing better than we could've ever imagined.
I spent some time yesterday reading the posts that I wrote in the days after she was born. It was a great reminder of what it is like to trust God with everything. You see, I knew that there was absolutely nothing that I could do to help the situation. I just had to sit back and wait on God to meet all of our needs. As always, God was faithful and went way above anything that I could have ever asked for. (I think the Bible says something like that: Ephesians 3:20) It was during that time that I had to be willing to trust Him, even if "everything was not ok". God really helped me to grow during that time in my life. More than anything, I learned to trust God!
Anniston is perfectly healthy! She got rid of her last monitor a couple of weeks agon and now weighs 13 lbs. Her biggest challenge now will be surviving living in the house with a 2 year old boy. She is such a miracle and has her daddy wrapped around her little finger. It is a good thing that she cannot talk yet because all she would have to do is ask and it would be all over!
That's Not Real...
Here's a great post that I just read by Craig Groeschel. Enjoy!
There’s a HUGE difference between these two phrases:
“That’s not real…” and “I don’t understand…”
People in the church world occasionally confuse the two. Whenever God does something new, many people often say, “It’s not real…”
“That’s not real worship.”
“They aren’t real Christians.”
“That’s not real community.”
“That’s not a real outreach.”
“He’s not a real pastor.”
“What they’re doing is stupid. That’s not real ministry.”
For example, I don’t understand how some twenty year olds relate.
I don’t have a myspace account (although I hear that myspace is on the way out).
I find it easier to talk on the phone than text.
I don’t know much about Second Life.
I don’t have a tattoo to show you.
I don’t hang out at Starbucks.
I’ve never played Halo.
I have deep relationships, but not the way many twenty year olds do. I can say: “They don’t have real community.” Or I can say: “I don’t understand.” If I admit that I don’t understand, maybe with some effort, I might learn something.
In the church world, too many Christians prematurely write off new ways of doing ministry with the phrase: ‘That’s not real…” Instead, maybe we should admit it’s something we don’t understand.
Maybe I’ll see you at Starbucks and show you my new stick-on tattoo.
There’s a HUGE difference between these two phrases:
“That’s not real…” and “I don’t understand…”
People in the church world occasionally confuse the two. Whenever God does something new, many people often say, “It’s not real…”
“That’s not real worship.”
“They aren’t real Christians.”
“That’s not real community.”
“That’s not a real outreach.”
“He’s not a real pastor.”
“What they’re doing is stupid. That’s not real ministry.”
For example, I don’t understand how some twenty year olds relate.
I don’t have a myspace account (although I hear that myspace is on the way out).
I find it easier to talk on the phone than text.
I don’t know much about Second Life.
I don’t have a tattoo to show you.
I don’t hang out at Starbucks.
I’ve never played Halo.
I have deep relationships, but not the way many twenty year olds do. I can say: “They don’t have real community.” Or I can say: “I don’t understand.” If I admit that I don’t understand, maybe with some effort, I might learn something.
In the church world, too many Christians prematurely write off new ways of doing ministry with the phrase: ‘That’s not real…” Instead, maybe we should admit it’s something we don’t understand.
Maybe I’ll see you at Starbucks and show you my new stick-on tattoo.
Saturday, February 17, 2007
I Love Weekends....
Lately, my schedule has been extremely busy. This makes me look forward to the weekend with even more anticipation. For the past month, I have had something to to every weeknight. I don't usually get home until after 8, which means I don't have time to hang out with my family. I have spent the last 2 days just hanging out with them. I haven't left the house, except to go to dinner last night.
Here are a few things that have made this weekend great:
1. Sleeping late yesterday.
2. Spending some time reading.
3. Playing kickball in the house. (I know I probably shouldn't teach Brayden this, but it was worth it to hear him laugh so much.)
4. Catching up on some of my favorite TV shows.
5. Taking care of a couple of projects that I have wanted to do around the house.
6. Being reminded that I am certainly not a 'handy man'. I am dangerous with some tools!
7. Giving Joni a break from taking care of the kids by herself all day.
8. NBA Allstar weekend. I can't wait for the dunk contest!!
9. Dinner with Jesse and Vinai Meesomboon. I love these people!
Just in case you care, I agree with JR about the ribs in Memphis. Cozy Corner is without question better than Rendezvous. You gotta go there!
Here are a few things that have made this weekend great:
1. Sleeping late yesterday.
2. Spending some time reading.
3. Playing kickball in the house. (I know I probably shouldn't teach Brayden this, but it was worth it to hear him laugh so much.)
4. Catching up on some of my favorite TV shows.
5. Taking care of a couple of projects that I have wanted to do around the house.
6. Being reminded that I am certainly not a 'handy man'. I am dangerous with some tools!
7. Giving Joni a break from taking care of the kids by herself all day.
8. NBA Allstar weekend. I can't wait for the dunk contest!!
9. Dinner with Jesse and Vinai Meesomboon. I love these people!
Just in case you care, I agree with JR about the ribs in Memphis. Cozy Corner is without question better than Rendezvous. You gotta go there!
Thursday, February 15, 2007
Lessons from Nintendo...
I remember it like it was yesterday. The year was 1986. I can vividly recall opening my Christmas gifts and going nuts because I received the thing that I wanted most in life....a nintendo game system. I spent hours playing Super Mario Bros., Mike Tyson's Punchout, and Duckhunt. I loved every minute of it.
Then came the Super Nintendo, Nintendo 64 and now the Wii. Alot has changed in the last 20 years. The graphics are unbelievably better. The systems have gotten smaller. The games are discs instead of cartridges. You no longer have to be attached to the console thanks to wireless controllers. The video game industry is constantly reinventing itself.
This causes me to question, how different is the church in the last 20 years? I am not speaking about a specific church, but the church as a whole. How have we evolved to reach people that are far from God? It seems sometimes that the whole world is changing, except for what happens within the walls of the church.
Here is what I know to be true...the church must experience change to continue to reach people. We cannot sit back and let the world pass us by. The bottom line is that the population of hell is increasing every day. We have the most exciting news in the world, yet we seem to keep it to ourselves. We often fear becoming too "worldly" and miss out on huge opportunities to reach those that we say that we care about.
What about you? How are you promoting change in your life? Is God doing something fresh and new in you? If not, it is time for something to change! Let the Revolution start with you!!
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
V Day
Today is a strange day. It is Valentines Day and a Wednesday, so that makes it strange. On the day that you are supposed to spend some time with those you love the most, I will see Joni for about 43 seconds. Since it is Wednesday, I will be at CrossOver hanging out with some of the most amazing middle school students in the world. That means I will that Joni and I will have to have Valentines Day this weekend.
I personally think that Valentines Day is a really funny holiday. It is amazing to me how much people will go out of their way to make sure their husband/wife feel appreciated on this one day a year. Shouldn't that happen every day?
Just for the record: I have the most amazing wife in the world. Nothing makes me happier than to be able to spend time with her.
I personally think that Valentines Day is a really funny holiday. It is amazing to me how much people will go out of their way to make sure their husband/wife feel appreciated on this one day a year. Shouldn't that happen every day?
Just for the record: I have the most amazing wife in the world. Nothing makes me happier than to be able to spend time with her.
Monday, February 12, 2007
Failure...
One of my favorite quotes:
"I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the dame winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed!"
-Michael Jordan
"I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the dame winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed!"
-Michael Jordan
Sunday, February 11, 2007
Wii had some some fun!
Friday night, I had an experience that will forever change my life. Ok, well maybe not. My family went over to Dan and Diana Craddock's house. They just happen to be some of my favorite people in the entire world and we had decided to hang out a little and play his new Nintendo Wii.
If you haven't played one, stop what you are doing right now and find one to play. It is amazing! It will certainly change video gaming forever!
Apparently there are certain dangers involved in playing Wii. My arm was extremely sore all day yesterday! This lady got hit in the eye. Others have broken their TV. Check out all of the craziness here.
My mind is racing, trying to find a way to purchase one for myself. I am thinking of selling my xbox and my games. Anyone interested?
Friday, February 09, 2007
Intensity...
For the last 5 years, I have helped coach a high school basketball team. For 5 years, I have ended every season by swearing that I will never coach again. However, when basketball season rolls around, I can't wait to get back out there.
Last night, our team played one of the most intense games that I have ever been involved in. We played a really tough team from Bethlehem Baptist. We were behind the entire game and our guys seemed to lack the passion and desire to win. That all changed in the 2nd half. We tied the game with 2 seconds left in the game. Our guys played amazing!
In overtime, everything was clicking! We won the game by about 5 points. I have never been more proud and excited for our guys. We are now 3-1 and I really believe that we can win the league (if we play to our potential!)
Last night, our team played one of the most intense games that I have ever been involved in. We played a really tough team from Bethlehem Baptist. We were behind the entire game and our guys seemed to lack the passion and desire to win. That all changed in the 2nd half. We tied the game with 2 seconds left in the game. Our guys played amazing!
In overtime, everything was clicking! We won the game by about 5 points. I have never been more proud and excited for our guys. We are now 3-1 and I really believe that we can win the league (if we play to our potential!)
Wednesday, February 07, 2007
Jesus?
Here's a CNN interview with a man that claims that he is Jesus:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmC6LBpBUv4
What a psycho!! This makes me pretty angry!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmC6LBpBUv4
What a psycho!! This makes me pretty angry!
TV rocks...
Before Tivo(Did that day ever exist? And how did we survive?), I didn't watch much TV because I knew that I would never be able to follow a show on a consistent basis. Now, my family has several shows that we watch together. It's how we spend some of our time hanging out together.
Last night, Brayden sat and watched American Idol. He was running around the house saying, "Idol. Randy. Paula. Simon." He was also laughing at the people on the show. I wonder how they would feel if they knew a 2 year old was laughing at them. Looks like we have a little American Idol junkie on our hands.
I am pretty excited about the return of Survivor, The Amazing Race, and Lost. I love me some TV!
Last night, Brayden sat and watched American Idol. He was running around the house saying, "Idol. Randy. Paula. Simon." He was also laughing at the people on the show. I wonder how they would feel if they knew a 2 year old was laughing at them. Looks like we have a little American Idol junkie on our hands.
I am pretty excited about the return of Survivor, The Amazing Race, and Lost. I love me some TV!
Sunday, February 04, 2007
In case you're wondering...
In case you are curious (although you couldn't probably care less) about who I am pulling for in the Super Bowl, I want Da Bears to win.
It really doesn't matter to me because I don't like or dislike either team. In this scenario, I have to result to rule 45 section 8 which states: In situations where you don't care about either team, pull for the underdog!
Oh yeah, I also have to pull for Da Bears because of these guys!
Enjoy the game!!
It really doesn't matter to me because I don't like or dislike either team. In this scenario, I have to result to rule 45 section 8 which states: In situations where you don't care about either team, pull for the underdog!
Oh yeah, I also have to pull for Da Bears because of these guys!
Enjoy the game!!
Friday, February 02, 2007
Free At Last...
The following is an excerpt from a great book...Confessions of a Pastor by Craig Groeschel. It is from a chapter on prayer. I hope you enjoy!
"If you feel insecure about your faltering prayer life, I've got great news for you: God is waiting. Right now. At this moment. He wants to reveal Himself to you, and He wants you to reveal your heart to Him.
Pray. Pray creatively, openly, honestly. Pray long. Pray short. Sigh. Sing. Dance. Cry. Shout. Pray in the morning. During the day and at night. Pray in the car, while working, while doing chores. Laugh with Him. Cry with Him. Experience His presence. Let your attitudes, thoughts, energy, focus, attention, desire, and love be directed toward the One who loves you. Like breathing air, allow moment-by-moment fellowship to become a way of life-starting this very moment. Go ahead. Communicate!"
Let It Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow...
So, we finally got a little of the white stuff last night. But only a little. In fact, it was almost gone by noon, which made me sad. I love snow!
I took Brayden out to play in the white stuff but he wasn't a big fan of it. We spent a grand total of about 10 minutes outside. He seemed to be more concerned about having the snow on his shoes than having fun. He is so OCD, probably a direct result of having such strange parents.
Other than that, I spent the day watching season 1 of 24. It is so strange watching the show without some of the great characters, like Chloe. I am trying to watch the whole 1st season, which is 24 episodes. That means Jack Bauer and I will be spending a lot of time together!!
Also, Joni and I are going out on a date tonight! I love hanging out with my wife. She is my best friend in the entire world!!
I took Brayden out to play in the white stuff but he wasn't a big fan of it. We spent a grand total of about 10 minutes outside. He seemed to be more concerned about having the snow on his shoes than having fun. He is so OCD, probably a direct result of having such strange parents.
Other than that, I spent the day watching season 1 of 24. It is so strange watching the show without some of the great characters, like Chloe. I am trying to watch the whole 1st season, which is 24 episodes. That means Jack Bauer and I will be spending a lot of time together!!
Also, Joni and I are going out on a date tonight! I love hanging out with my wife. She is my best friend in the entire world!!
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