Ever wonder why you pray? If God is truly who He says He is (and He is) then why do we pray? Doesn't he know exactly what we are going to thank him for or ask for before we ever even think to ask? Dis he not know hundreds of years ago that today I would say my specific prayer? Not only that, but our Lord is so mighty and wonderful that we don't even need to ask because his plan is already in action. It wouldn't matter what or when we asked to begin with. He is already going to do what He has planned...right? So, why pray?
I think I do it more for myself...yes, I know selfish. At the same time though, it helps me put my day, week, life into perspective. Prayer refocuses me and reminds me of where I am and where I am going.
Just some food for thought. Why do you pray?
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Monday, March 24, 2008
Florida
I just had a WONDERFUL time with my sweet cousin Lana. I finally made the trip to Orlando, Florida and spent a few days with her. It was fantastic in so many ways. Just being able to spend time together, seeing her performances, meeting her friends, it was all great. It was also kind of fun knowing that our mothers were together and we were together at the same time. I know this is not abnormal for man people, but for our families to have more than one member spending time together is not common.
Lana and I did the normal reminiscing thing. We pulled out old photo albums of hers, and read old diary entries. We talked about past incidents and new adventures. It was just what I needed: family time, spiritual time; it puts life in perspective.
What did this the most for me was being able to go to The Holy Land Experience, where she works, and see her perform. Lana's voice makes me want to cry. I remember picking on her when we were little because she knew every song and always sang them higher than anyone else. To hear her now, I know why. It was amazing. It wasn't only the singing though. It was the message behind them. Seeing Bible stories that we have heard for years brought to life was amazing and sad, and glorious all at once. I was able to see a performance of the Passion: Christ's crucifixion and resurrection, this brought me to tears. I saw the Ministry of Jesus. The actor playing Jesus actually called the children from the audience to come to him. He did this in character just as it says Jesus does in the Bible. He spoke about worry and jealousy all was biblically based. I was floored. I felt that Jesus really was in this place really speaking to me. If anyone ever has a chance to go and visit you need to see this.
I got to meet Lana's beau Charlie. He is a wonderful christian man with such honest intentions. He treats Lana with such an amazing love and sincerity. He also performs with the Holy Land Experience, and is in several of the pictures. I give him a big thumbs up. He was gracious and unselfish of his time with Lana while I was there. God is so good.
I was sad to leave, but ready to come home. I missed Benji. It was weird being so far away without him. I think it was good for both of us though. We got some "me time", and of course absence makes the heart grow fonder.
I hope to see all of my family this summer, but if something happens, maybe sooner. Treasure any of the time you have with each other. It amazes me every time I see family, I feel like I never left them. Benji comments on that all the time. We all live so far away from each other, but to see us all together you would never know it.
The family reunions are a must. Even if they are planned around weddings or other events. I want my children to have what we all had growing up. Times with family are such special times.
Lana and I did the normal reminiscing thing. We pulled out old photo albums of hers, and read old diary entries. We talked about past incidents and new adventures. It was just what I needed: family time, spiritual time; it puts life in perspective.
What did this the most for me was being able to go to The Holy Land Experience, where she works, and see her perform. Lana's voice makes me want to cry. I remember picking on her when we were little because she knew every song and always sang them higher than anyone else. To hear her now, I know why. It was amazing. It wasn't only the singing though. It was the message behind them. Seeing Bible stories that we have heard for years brought to life was amazing and sad, and glorious all at once. I was able to see a performance of the Passion: Christ's crucifixion and resurrection, this brought me to tears. I saw the Ministry of Jesus. The actor playing Jesus actually called the children from the audience to come to him. He did this in character just as it says Jesus does in the Bible. He spoke about worry and jealousy all was biblically based. I was floored. I felt that Jesus really was in this place really speaking to me. If anyone ever has a chance to go and visit you need to see this.
I got to meet Lana's beau Charlie. He is a wonderful christian man with such honest intentions. He treats Lana with such an amazing love and sincerity. He also performs with the Holy Land Experience, and is in several of the pictures. I give him a big thumbs up. He was gracious and unselfish of his time with Lana while I was there. God is so good.
I was sad to leave, but ready to come home. I missed Benji. It was weird being so far away without him. I think it was good for both of us though. We got some "me time", and of course absence makes the heart grow fonder.
I hope to see all of my family this summer, but if something happens, maybe sooner. Treasure any of the time you have with each other. It amazes me every time I see family, I feel like I never left them. Benji comments on that all the time. We all live so far away from each other, but to see us all together you would never know it.
The family reunions are a must. Even if they are planned around weddings or other events. I want my children to have what we all had growing up. Times with family are such special times.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Off to FLORIDA
Erin and Benji are on their way to the Greensboro airport. Erin is spending a few days with her cousin Lana in Florida. Very excited of course. More to come...
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Life Saver
We went to the 2007 Awards Ceremony for the Fire Department a couple weeks ago, and it hit home just what my husband does. There were a number of awards given out, and names were called over and over, but then they called names for the "Life Saving Award". This meant that the person whose name was called literally saved a life. This nameless person would have died without the particular fireman. It was not "oh I pulled you out before the fire got to you." No, it was a simple straight forward fact that this person would be DEAD without the fireman.
My husband received one of those awards. How amazing! How wonderful to think of my husband and to be able to be so utterly speechless with pride. He is incredible, and I think works one of the most unappreciated jobs. I am not condemning those who are ignorant to what it is that fireman do day in a day out. I was one of you until Benji. He has opened my eyes to what it is that fireman do. Yes, they may play video games and sit in recliners, but when that bell goes off the jump to attention and get to those in need as fast as they possibly can. I am so proud.
My husband received one of those awards. How amazing! How wonderful to think of my husband and to be able to be so utterly speechless with pride. He is incredible, and I think works one of the most unappreciated jobs. I am not condemning those who are ignorant to what it is that fireman do day in a day out. I was one of you until Benji. He has opened my eyes to what it is that fireman do. Yes, they may play video games and sit in recliners, but when that bell goes off the jump to attention and get to those in need as fast as they possibly can. I am so proud.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Battered Spouse?
I understand battered spouse syndrome a bit more this week. My principal announced that she is leaving and going to another school. The first thing I felt was relief. Then, I began to wonder if I should transfer schools with her..WHAT??? I have spent the whole school year wondering what I got myself in to, taking this job, and now, I see my chance at freedom, and I think about giving that up??? Wives stay with their abusive husbands because it is better than the unknown. They may be physically, verbally and/or emotionally abused, but they stay. Why? Because at least they know what to expect. She may have verbally and emotionally abused me but what if the next person is worse? What if the next person tries just a little bit harder at the whole spirit breaking thing? Could I take it? Do I stay with what I know?
This is how I found myself feeling yesterday afternoon. She is leaving? Wonderful! Take a breath, and then...should I go too? I must be crazy.
I have decided that the Lord has answered prayers. I enjoy change, thrive on it. I love a challenge, something different. I will stay. God will provide the best person for the job, and I will have a great school year with a whole new crew of 10 and 11 year olds (and some 12 year olds :-)
I have been blessed with a wonderful assistant. Ms. Miller. She prayers for me and for our school on a regular basis. Give that up to follow and abusive husband? I think not.
This is how I found myself feeling yesterday afternoon. She is leaving? Wonderful! Take a breath, and then...should I go too? I must be crazy.
I have decided that the Lord has answered prayers. I enjoy change, thrive on it. I love a challenge, something different. I will stay. God will provide the best person for the job, and I will have a great school year with a whole new crew of 10 and 11 year olds (and some 12 year olds :-)
I have been blessed with a wonderful assistant. Ms. Miller. She prayers for me and for our school on a regular basis. Give that up to follow and abusive husband? I think not.
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