Hello my faithful readers. Whoever you may be. I just wanted to let you guys know that I have moved. Not literally, just in cyberspace. You can now find me over at http://lindseyslife.wordpress.com/
I hope to "see" you soon!
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Crazy Love
As I mentioned a couple of posts ago, our Wednesday night group is studying this book. We are doing a chapter a week, and we discussed chapter 1 tonight. So far, it has been good and I expect it to only get better. I've also enjoyed the videos we watched of the author and pastor, Francis Chan. He's funny, down to earth, intelligent and spiritually mature. Actually, I don't even know if spiritually mature describes him well. Anyway, one of the videos we watched is called Just Stop and Think. If you've never watched it, you should take a look.
http://www.crazylovebook.com/videos_stop.html
We had some great discussion tonight and I'm so excited to be a part of this group! One thing that was mentioned in the video is that how when you've been around someone or known someone your whole life or for a long time (like your spouse), that they just become almost common to you. And that is how our view of God can become. I had never thought about that before. I mean, familiarity can be good, but I certainly don't want Him to become common and I'm afraid He has at times.
We also discussed how we have these rote prayers, like blessings (which for people who are around us looked and laughed at Jeremy) which have become meaningless to us because we've said the same exact words thousands of times. Francis said he felt like if he didn't say that blessing everytime that God might poison his food. He said it kind of jokingly, but I totally get where's he coming from. I can't make fun of my husband really, because I have a rote prayer I say everynight. And it's like if I don't say it, something terrible will happen. That is so silly and I want to change that.
Well, I didn't intend to type all this. I was actually just going to post the link to the video. Jeremy just came in and asked if I was going to post something every week. I don't know. I guess we'll see!
http://www.crazylovebook.com/videos_stop.html
We had some great discussion tonight and I'm so excited to be a part of this group! One thing that was mentioned in the video is that how when you've been around someone or known someone your whole life or for a long time (like your spouse), that they just become almost common to you. And that is how our view of God can become. I had never thought about that before. I mean, familiarity can be good, but I certainly don't want Him to become common and I'm afraid He has at times.
We also discussed how we have these rote prayers, like blessings (which for people who are around us looked and laughed at Jeremy) which have become meaningless to us because we've said the same exact words thousands of times. Francis said he felt like if he didn't say that blessing everytime that God might poison his food. He said it kind of jokingly, but I totally get where's he coming from. I can't make fun of my husband really, because I have a rote prayer I say everynight. And it's like if I don't say it, something terrible will happen. That is so silly and I want to change that.
Well, I didn't intend to type all this. I was actually just going to post the link to the video. Jeremy just came in and asked if I was going to post something every week. I don't know. I guess we'll see!
Monday, May 10, 2010
Open House!
Ok, so I'm a little last minute with this announcement, and I do apologize. But Kelly Springs Elementary (where I work) is having a Kindergarten Open House tomorrow. It is from 9:45-10:45. We wanted people to sign up ahead of time, but if you happen to read this and want to attend, please by all means come on out! You might just want to come a few minutes early to check in at the office. :) And if you can't make it tomorrow, we always welcome people to come and visit our school anytime.
You will be able to meet staff, kindergarten teachers and watch lessons being taught. We have some awesome teachers and I think you'll be quite pleased.
Here is a link to our school's website for more information about us.
http://kellysprings.al.dce.schoolinsites.com/
Maybe I'll see you tomorrow!
You will be able to meet staff, kindergarten teachers and watch lessons being taught. We have some awesome teachers and I think you'll be quite pleased.
Here is a link to our school's website for more information about us.
http://kellysprings.al.dce.schoolinsites.com/
Maybe I'll see you tomorrow!
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Take it to the...
Next Level. Did ya'll think I was going to say limit? Because thanks to the Eagles, that's the first thing that pops into my mind. But I digress.
The Next Level is a new group that has formed at FBC Dothan on Wednesday nights. It is being led by Kyle and Mandy Chavers. Mandy really wanted something for younger people to do on Wednesday nights. So after talking with our associate pastor and lots of prayer, Next Level was born. And let me tell you, so far it has been great and I can't wait to see where it's going to go! The Next Level is combining Bible study with missions and praise and worship time. It is totally different from anything I've ever been a part of. For the next ten weeks or so, we are going to be studying Crazy Love. I've been hearing about this book for a while now and I'm eager to read it!
We are definitely not trying to steal people from other churches, but if your church doesn't have anything on Wednesdays, please come and join us! We already have some that are going to be doing just that. And if you don't have a church home at all, please most definitely consider coming on Wednesday nights. We would love for you to be with us!
At 5:15, we meet in the dining hall for dinner and some fellowship. Then we move upstairs at 5:45 for the study, singing, etc. We wrap it up around 7:00ish. There is child care for babies all the way up through high school. Actually, the children and will have some activities at the Family Life Center.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask me, Mandy or you can call the church office.
Hope to see you on Wednesday!
The Next Level is a new group that has formed at FBC Dothan on Wednesday nights. It is being led by Kyle and Mandy Chavers. Mandy really wanted something for younger people to do on Wednesday nights. So after talking with our associate pastor and lots of prayer, Next Level was born. And let me tell you, so far it has been great and I can't wait to see where it's going to go! The Next Level is combining Bible study with missions and praise and worship time. It is totally different from anything I've ever been a part of. For the next ten weeks or so, we are going to be studying Crazy Love. I've been hearing about this book for a while now and I'm eager to read it!
We are definitely not trying to steal people from other churches, but if your church doesn't have anything on Wednesdays, please come and join us! We already have some that are going to be doing just that. And if you don't have a church home at all, please most definitely consider coming on Wednesday nights. We would love for you to be with us!
At 5:15, we meet in the dining hall for dinner and some fellowship. Then we move upstairs at 5:45 for the study, singing, etc. We wrap it up around 7:00ish. There is child care for babies all the way up through high school. Actually, the children and will have some activities at the Family Life Center.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask me, Mandy or you can call the church office.
Hope to see you on Wednesday!
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Scripture Memorization
Well, I finally took down the verses from 2009. If any of you paid close attention, I'm sure you noticed that I only made it till June. That was more or less a New Year's resolution from last year that I didn't complete along with all the others I set before myself. Therefore, I didn't even make any this year!
The scripture memorization actually came from Beth Moore's blog. She invited the readers of her blog to join her in learning two verses a month. Maybe one day I'll get there!
Currently I am doing her study on Daniel and she asked in the study that we memorize the verses you see on my sidebar now. The study will be over in a few weeks and I haven't learned them yet so I better get busy!
On another note, I apparently am over 100 posts now and didn't even realize it when I posted the 100th! And it only took me about 2 years to get there. :)
The scripture memorization actually came from Beth Moore's blog. She invited the readers of her blog to join her in learning two verses a month. Maybe one day I'll get there!
Currently I am doing her study on Daniel and she asked in the study that we memorize the verses you see on my sidebar now. The study will be over in a few weeks and I haven't learned them yet so I better get busy!
On another note, I apparently am over 100 posts now and didn't even realize it when I posted the 100th! And it only took me about 2 years to get there. :)
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Just for you Ashley
I have been the worst blogger ever this year. And by year, I mean school year. It has definitely been kicking my butt physically and mentally unlike last school year. That's about the only good excuse I have for not blogging more often. I am just tired and don't feel like it! :)
But my friend Ashley from UA gave me an award on her blog about a month ago. I'm not sure why, because I've never felt like I was very interesting. Maybe she doesn't have that many blogs she reads. haha Anyway, she commented again within the last couple of days and told me it had been a month and that I needed to blog already!
So here it is. I usually only like to blog about one topic. But this may be a hodgepodge.
I have recently learned to knit. I am really loving it! One of the teachers at school taught a bunch of us. We made red scarves (or in my case, are still making!) to donate to the hospital because February is women's heart health month. But now we are all wanting to make one for ourselves and friends and family. You can purchase some beautiful yarn, etc. at Threads in Dogwood Court. It is owned by a friend of the lady at school who is teaching us.
The girls in my SS class and I are doing Daniel by Beth Moore. It is awesome! Actually, every study I've done by her has been awesome. But we have learned a lot thus far. I am not as familiar with the Old Testament so doing studies like this and Esther have really been great.
Like I mentioned earlier, work has been something else this year. In addition to working with the hearing impaired children, I also work with all of our autistic students. Needless to say, I have a very full day! I do love my job (with a few exceptions, but don't we all feel that way sometimes?) and am thankful that I am blessed to have a job in this economy. And I'm trying not to worry now that Dothan City Schools may be letting go up to 200 people at the end of this year!! The board is meeting Monday to determine some of those layoffs. I have so many friends this could affect and it's very scary! But I have to remember that God is in control and I am not!
Well, I guess that's all for now. I have to go to my niece's 6th birthday today. I can't believe how time flies! And Ashley, I will try to do better from now on. :)
But my friend Ashley from UA gave me an award on her blog about a month ago. I'm not sure why, because I've never felt like I was very interesting. Maybe she doesn't have that many blogs she reads. haha Anyway, she commented again within the last couple of days and told me it had been a month and that I needed to blog already!
So here it is. I usually only like to blog about one topic. But this may be a hodgepodge.
I have recently learned to knit. I am really loving it! One of the teachers at school taught a bunch of us. We made red scarves (or in my case, are still making!) to donate to the hospital because February is women's heart health month. But now we are all wanting to make one for ourselves and friends and family. You can purchase some beautiful yarn, etc. at Threads in Dogwood Court. It is owned by a friend of the lady at school who is teaching us.
The girls in my SS class and I are doing Daniel by Beth Moore. It is awesome! Actually, every study I've done by her has been awesome. But we have learned a lot thus far. I am not as familiar with the Old Testament so doing studies like this and Esther have really been great.
Like I mentioned earlier, work has been something else this year. In addition to working with the hearing impaired children, I also work with all of our autistic students. Needless to say, I have a very full day! I do love my job (with a few exceptions, but don't we all feel that way sometimes?) and am thankful that I am blessed to have a job in this economy. And I'm trying not to worry now that Dothan City Schools may be letting go up to 200 people at the end of this year!! The board is meeting Monday to determine some of those layoffs. I have so many friends this could affect and it's very scary! But I have to remember that God is in control and I am not!
Well, I guess that's all for now. I have to go to my niece's 6th birthday today. I can't believe how time flies! And Ashley, I will try to do better from now on. :)
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
What are you doing Friday night?
I'm going here Friday, and I can't wait!
My mother-in-law bought us tickets a couple of years ago for Christmas. To be perfectly honest, I was not looking forward to going. But I'm so glad I did go, because I had the best time and absolutely love The Hoppers! If you've never heard them, checkout their website. Their music is wonderful and the daughter-in-law can "sho nuff" sing!!
If you're looking for something to do on Friday, I would highly suggest going to this concert. Hope to see you there! :)
My mother-in-law bought us tickets a couple of years ago for Christmas. To be perfectly honest, I was not looking forward to going. But I'm so glad I did go, because I had the best time and absolutely love The Hoppers! If you've never heard them, checkout their website. Their music is wonderful and the daughter-in-law can "sho nuff" sing!!
If you're looking for something to do on Friday, I would highly suggest going to this concert. Hope to see you there! :)
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
