80th bday party

My grandma is celebrating her 80th bday! She is celebrating it with her friends, family, and it is at her church! I was honored to give the blessing for the dinner.

Look at all the people...

...at the Gaither concert.

Gaither country

Last Saturday we went to the Gaither Homecoming concert. We sat in the last row on top (row J). We were so far, yet we felt the heart and mind of God's people singing together in harmony. The last 45 minutes, we were able to sit on the floor seating. It didn't matter where we were, we could still sing and still enjoy the concert! God is everywhere...he will always be there for me. What about you?

Turkey....

Eating turkey a week early. COME AND GET IT.

Thought of the week...

What if there were no such thing as joy? What if it was gone? What if that emotion no longer existed? Could we ever truly be joyful?

I see many people who are sad and depressed over the economy, struggle and just life in general. The Bible says:

24 So I decided there is nothing better than to enjoy food and drink and to find satisfaction in work. Then I realized that these pleasures are from the hand of God. 25 For who can eat or enjoy anything apart from him? 26 God gives wisdom, knowledge, and joy to those who please him.... Ecclesasties 2:24-26

Everything comes from God. God will give us the "joy" when we do His purpose.

Sometimes....

...we need a good laugh.

24 hours...

Have you ever wondered why some days seem longer? Yet there are only 24 hours in everyday. We can't change that. Ecclesiasties 3:1 says, "For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven." So make wise use of your time on this earth, because you only have 24 hours today!

Art-Part 2

This morning in Art Part 2, I want to explain about the picture you sawin Part 1 (see previous post). Was it really art? Yes. It is the upholestry of the seat I sit on when I take the train to go to work. While you may not appreciate the design, its purpose is to look beautiful, provide comfort and I am sure to hide some dirt.

Did you know that God created you as art? Ephesians 2:10 (NLT) says, "For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago."

The Greek word for "masterpiece" is the word "poema" from which we get our English word poem. In a sense, we are God's art because we express who is. That makes us each valuable and priceless pieces of art. So I am thankful for the art I see everyday at work, on the train, in the mall and in my family...it tells me who God is. I hope that you too realize the art you are, because you were created by the greatest Artist! Look at my granddaughter, she is a work of His art!

Art-Part 1

Art is beautiful! It spurs our imagination and creative abilities. It transcends over time and its beauty is sometimes not realized for centuries. What is art to you? Is this art to you?

Vote...

Today is the day to get out on vote! Don't forget it is your responsibilty to vote. Hopefully, I won't have to wait in a long line.

Time to get going...

Well, it is early in the morning and I still haven't adjusted to the time change. Time is important to me and to you also. How we spend it shows us what is important in our lives. Use your time wisely this morning!

Halo

come play Halo at cornerstone!