Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Yesterday summed up
There is no Valentine sweeter then that spent with the ones you love, right? That's why mine began with me missing my dad because he'd already left for work, loving my mum because she gave me chocolate and the earrings I've been begging for for months now, teasing Rakie about the flowers she got from someone, reminiscing with Becca, teasing Jon with Philip, spending time with Tori, Madison, Emily, Erin, Andrew, Marissa, Andi, Philip, and Rachel, rolling on the floor with laughter due to Hunter and Brandon's antics, and ended with me curled up in bed with good food and a loudly purring Dudley Winston. Yes, my day was good. Am I still as happy and cheerful as I was last night regardless of the lack of sleep I got? Of course, why ever not?! :D
Monday, February 14, 2011
...and a verse or two
Let us love one another for love is of God - 1 John 4:7
True Love = LOVE...is kind...doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not its own...beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things...Love never fails.
True Love = LOVE...is kind...doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not its own...beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things...Love never fails.
more thoughts
Though He sends us pain or depths of sorrow,
And there seems but darkness for the morrow,
God is love!
When the tempter goads with fear and terror,
And depression fills our soul with horror,
God is love!
When His Word and promises seem veiled,
And our faith, our deeds and love have failed,
God is love!
When we sin and grieve His loving heart,
But repent, He will not from us part;
God is love!
When He sends us tragedy and death,
And we struggle with our final breath,
God is love!
When we stand before Him, saved by grace,
We shall sing in Heaven through endless days;
God is love!
-William L. Windahl
Three little words they mean so much,
They are as good as a loving touch.
Say them often, just impromptu
Say them before they are long overdue.
They will help your love renew,
Just three little words, “I Love You.”
"The more love we give away, the more we have left!" – Gladys Wagoner
“Love’s reward is love” John ?
“If you have ever seen the “Fiddler on the Roof,” you know it has some beautiful music in it, and some of the lyrics are intriguing. Tevye asks his wife, “Do you love me?” She replies, “Haven’t I tended the children, milked the cows, washed your clothes and fixed your meals for 25 years?” “Yes,” he replies, “but do you love me?” After so much coaxing, she finally says, “Yes, I do love you.” Smiling, he says, “After 25 years, it’s good to know.” Why are we so reluctant to tell people we love them? I hope you will say “I love you,” to those you love today. It will enrich your own life as well as others.”
And there seems but darkness for the morrow,
God is love!
When the tempter goads with fear and terror,
And depression fills our soul with horror,
God is love!
When His Word and promises seem veiled,
And our faith, our deeds and love have failed,
God is love!
When we sin and grieve His loving heart,
But repent, He will not from us part;
God is love!
When He sends us tragedy and death,
And we struggle with our final breath,
God is love!
When we stand before Him, saved by grace,
We shall sing in Heaven through endless days;
God is love!
-William L. Windahl
Three little words they mean so much,
They are as good as a loving touch.
Say them often, just impromptu
Say them before they are long overdue.
They will help your love renew,
Just three little words, “I Love You.”
"The more love we give away, the more we have left!" – Gladys Wagoner
“Love’s reward is love” John ?
“If you have ever seen the “Fiddler on the Roof,” you know it has some beautiful music in it, and some of the lyrics are intriguing. Tevye asks his wife, “Do you love me?” She replies, “Haven’t I tended the children, milked the cows, washed your clothes and fixed your meals for 25 years?” “Yes,” he replies, “but do you love me?” After so much coaxing, she finally says, “Yes, I do love you.” Smiling, he says, “After 25 years, it’s good to know.” Why are we so reluctant to tell people we love them? I hope you will say “I love you,” to those you love today. It will enrich your own life as well as others.”
Today...is?
"Saint Valentine's Day (commonly shortened to Valentine's Day) – is an annual commemoration held on February 14 celebrating love and affection between intimate companions."
""Singles Awareness (or Appreciation) Day" (SAD) is a humorous holiday, created by Trevor Mcwanda celebrated on February 14 (although some prefer the 13th or the 15th to get away from the commercialism associated with the 14th). It serves as an alternative to Valentine's Day for people who are single, that is, not involved in a romantic relationship."
My thoughts on these two different meanings for one day is this. Most people who are in some kind of relationship whether it be engaged, courting, dating, or married are often pulled into the idea that it is a celebration of love. One where you give chocolate, sweet messages, and flowers to the one you love. Some define it as a holiday of love for your sweetheart, while others define it as love for anyone, be it coworkers, friends, family etc. Those who are not often drop into a depressed state as they see countless numbers of other people engaged in activities and thoughts that make them happy and "floating off the ground". This causes envy and jealousy eventually leading to depression and celebrating Singles Awareness Day (*SAD*). It is not some holiday that is meant to be sad for anyone however! My little sister mentioned just last night how Valentine's Day would be so much more fun "if only she had a valentine". Ok, first of all, I was shocked to hear my little sister saying that, but as I thought more about it I remembered hearing something like that coming out of my mouth just a month or two ago. What I told my little sister, however, was this: we have waited already "so long" for our husbands which includes keeping your purity and keeping our hearts grounded in God. What if we had a valentine this year and did something (such as giving away a piece of our hearts, kiss, or something else to that degree) which made our day complete. However, in the years to come when we did finally get married and begin married life, how many Valentine's days will be ruined simply because we can't erase memories of that one valentine that one year. How many years will that go on till we just push it away in the back of our mind? So, my thoughts are that being single on this particular day is not SAD at all! Be glad and rejoice that you haven't done something utterly stupid that could ruin the rest of your Valentine's Days with your true soul mate. God is the truest lover you could ever wish for, and it is His earnest wish to have us save ourselves until we can actually commit to "until death do us part". He would also have us be happy and cheerful until that time. Whenever it comes it is in His timing and there isn't a thing we can do to make it come faster. Until then, rest in Christ alone and wait for Him to send you the one who is perfect for you. Don't waste it by wishing for a sweetheart some Valentine's Day. Instead, go out into the world and spread this message. Don't be caught SAD on February 14th. <3
""Singles Awareness (or Appreciation) Day" (SAD) is a humorous holiday, created by Trevor Mcwanda celebrated on February 14 (although some prefer the 13th or the 15th to get away from the commercialism associated with the 14th). It serves as an alternative to Valentine's Day for people who are single, that is, not involved in a romantic relationship."
My thoughts on these two different meanings for one day is this. Most people who are in some kind of relationship whether it be engaged, courting, dating, or married are often pulled into the idea that it is a celebration of love. One where you give chocolate, sweet messages, and flowers to the one you love. Some define it as a holiday of love for your sweetheart, while others define it as love for anyone, be it coworkers, friends, family etc. Those who are not often drop into a depressed state as they see countless numbers of other people engaged in activities and thoughts that make them happy and "floating off the ground". This causes envy and jealousy eventually leading to depression and celebrating Singles Awareness Day (*SAD*). It is not some holiday that is meant to be sad for anyone however! My little sister mentioned just last night how Valentine's Day would be so much more fun "if only she had a valentine". Ok, first of all, I was shocked to hear my little sister saying that, but as I thought more about it I remembered hearing something like that coming out of my mouth just a month or two ago. What I told my little sister, however, was this: we have waited already "so long" for our husbands which includes keeping your purity and keeping our hearts grounded in God. What if we had a valentine this year and did something (such as giving away a piece of our hearts, kiss, or something else to that degree) which made our day complete. However, in the years to come when we did finally get married and begin married life, how many Valentine's days will be ruined simply because we can't erase memories of that one valentine that one year. How many years will that go on till we just push it away in the back of our mind? So, my thoughts are that being single on this particular day is not SAD at all! Be glad and rejoice that you haven't done something utterly stupid that could ruin the rest of your Valentine's Days with your true soul mate. God is the truest lover you could ever wish for, and it is His earnest wish to have us save ourselves until we can actually commit to "until death do us part". He would also have us be happy and cheerful until that time. Whenever it comes it is in His timing and there isn't a thing we can do to make it come faster. Until then, rest in Christ alone and wait for Him to send you the one who is perfect for you. Don't waste it by wishing for a sweetheart some Valentine's Day. Instead, go out into the world and spread this message. Don't be caught SAD on February 14th. <3
This week
This week, I am dedicated to become much more focused on my school, music, jobs etc. I have begun to slack far too much and become lazy and very behind. So in light of that I have begun a list of things I will do daily. I will try hard to stick to that list and make it so that in everything I do, it is for the glory of God alone. I have spent so much time lately just praying and seeking God out that I feel so at peace. I love these times, because it is when I feel God the most. He is always there and never stops seeking my heart out. He is the best lover I could ask for. He woos me with His word which calms my soul. I know that He is there when I need someone to pour out my griefs or troubles to. He is never busy nor will He ever turn me away. I don't have to tell Him if I'm happy, sad, mad, or anything! He knows already (which makes it a heck of a lot easier if you know what I mean). He listens patiently to me without scolding although when He needs to He will do so gently. Words cannot even begin to come close to how amazing, awesome, and sovereign my God is. Within Him, I can feel the peace, joy, strength, and many blessings that come with being owned, named, and called by Him. I rest in Him for all my needs or wants knowing that all happens because of His will and because it will fit His perfect plan. :)
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Green Angel notes
The Green Angel book - Chapter 11
The Church in Bondage to the State 885-1049:
In 843, the Empire of Charlemagne was divided into three parts to be ruled by his three grandsons. However, the Slavs, Hungarians, and wild Norsemen came from the East and North and brutally attacked the cities. Utter chaos reigned for three hundred years. Out of that chaos came feudalism. Because of that invasion, there were no large cities. Instead, most people lived out in the country and land was their wealth. Because of the continual invaders, the rulers that followed Charlemagne found they had to divide their kingdom among the chief warriors. This went on down the line...people dividing what they had charge over into smaller parts that other people ruled over. The people who received land because of military service were called vassals. If he turned around and gave rule to others for the same service, those people were called fiefs. In this way, it became the fact that the entirety of Europe was in a feudal system. Lords were obligated to protect their vassals and in turn the vassals were obligated to render their services to tend the land given to them. The political side to all of this was decentralization. Since everything was broken up into smaller parts, there was no one big ruling center. The king was ruler among many others. The Norsemen didn't go back, but rather some stayed and set up homes to live there. They adopted the language, customs, and religions of the land. In Italy, since it was also broken up, whoever was the biggest and most powerful lord got to say who the pope was in Rome. Because of this, often times many wicked men led the Church. The Pope John XII looked to Otto I for help and he did help them. In return for this, the pope crowned Otto emperor. Otto was a strong king and as such, his rule flourished. It also changed the fact that there had always been Italian popes. Now, there was a French pope. Benedict IX was made pope in 1033 at the age of twelve and he turned out to be the worst person to ever occupy the papal seat. He was eventually driven out. Sylvester III was then made pope. But Benedict soon resumed his seat but soon tiring of it, sold it off. This brought immense shame upon the church because of this action.
The Church in Bondage to the State 885-1049:
In 843, the Empire of Charlemagne was divided into three parts to be ruled by his three grandsons. However, the Slavs, Hungarians, and wild Norsemen came from the East and North and brutally attacked the cities. Utter chaos reigned for three hundred years. Out of that chaos came feudalism. Because of that invasion, there were no large cities. Instead, most people lived out in the country and land was their wealth. Because of the continual invaders, the rulers that followed Charlemagne found they had to divide their kingdom among the chief warriors. This went on down the line...people dividing what they had charge over into smaller parts that other people ruled over. The people who received land because of military service were called vassals. If he turned around and gave rule to others for the same service, those people were called fiefs. In this way, it became the fact that the entirety of Europe was in a feudal system. Lords were obligated to protect their vassals and in turn the vassals were obligated to render their services to tend the land given to them. The political side to all of this was decentralization. Since everything was broken up into smaller parts, there was no one big ruling center. The king was ruler among many others. The Norsemen didn't go back, but rather some stayed and set up homes to live there. They adopted the language, customs, and religions of the land. In Italy, since it was also broken up, whoever was the biggest and most powerful lord got to say who the pope was in Rome. Because of this, often times many wicked men led the Church. The Pope John XII looked to Otto I for help and he did help them. In return for this, the pope crowned Otto emperor. Otto was a strong king and as such, his rule flourished. It also changed the fact that there had always been Italian popes. Now, there was a French pope. Benedict IX was made pope in 1033 at the age of twelve and he turned out to be the worst person to ever occupy the papal seat. He was eventually driven out. Sylvester III was then made pope. But Benedict soon resumed his seat but soon tiring of it, sold it off. This brought immense shame upon the church because of this action.
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