At the end of this week in 1 Samuel it was actually something in the most widely known story of this book that stood out to me and is where I'm centering my heart. Despite reading and hearing the story of David and Goliath more times than I can count in my life, God still… Continue reading Reflections on 1 Samuel
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Reflections on Judges – Not My Generation!
For me, the entire book of Judges can be summed up in this verse found early on in the book: “After that generation died, another generation grew up who did not acknowledge the Lord or remember the mighty things he had done for Israel.” Judges 2:10 I find it hard to even describe my thoughts… Continue reading Reflections on Judges – Not My Generation!
SUNDAY JOY: I Choose TRUTH!
When people count the 40 days of Lent (such as me and this blog series of 40 Days of Giving Up), it doesn't include the Sundays. The thought process behind this is that even though Lent is a somewhat solemn time to focus on the sacrifice of Jesus in his death, each Sunday of the… Continue reading SUNDAY JOY: I Choose TRUTH!
Persecution of A Different Kind
Our prison simulation for the high school students ended over 65 hours ago... yet my mind and heart continue to process that experience. I wasn't even one of the prisoners, but it had a great impact on me. The struggle I'm having is in asking myself the question: "HOW is this going to impact me?" … Continue reading Persecution of A Different Kind
God on the Move
It seems like everywhere I turn lately it is obvious that God is on the move and it is SO exciting to see. One of the places I witnessed him this past week was at Lutheran Campus Ministries (LCM) of WNY (also known as Organic Campus). First Trinity had the opportunity to partner with this… Continue reading God on the Move
A Need to Be Kneaded
After my post about making bread last night, I decided to investigate WHY bread needs to be kneaded. As I did a google search and read what http://www.wisegeek.com had to say about it, I was amazed at how God was STILL speaking to me through the simple act of baking bread. Check out one… Continue reading A Need to Be Kneaded
It’s Kinda Like Making Bread…
Upon returning home from work today, I decided I would NOT try to go out to volleyball tonight. The roads weren’t too bad but after almost getting stuck 3 times going in/out of the church parking lot today, I decided not to press my luck (for lack of a better phrase). Instead, seeing multiple unused… Continue reading It’s Kinda Like Making Bread…
Crossroads CONNECT – Fighting Satan’s Lies
Last week at Crossroads CONNECT (First Trinity's Thursday Night Activity for High School Students) we talked about the lies Satan tells us. After playing a game of Jenga we connected the game with our lives. The lies Satan tells us and the things he tempts us to do don't seem like such a big deal... kind… Continue reading Crossroads CONNECT – Fighting Satan’s Lies
Hope {Day 19} – Made New
I’ve heard the stories again and again. Each one so distinct and unique, yet, so similar at the core. Something happened- Many things maybe. Something so horrifying it rarely, if ever, gets any attention in conversation. Yet, it gets all the attention in the heart. Neglect. Rape. Abuse. The death of a loved… Continue reading Hope {Day 19} – Made New
Hope {Day 12} – Hope and Contentment… the Best of Friends
Tonight at the wonderful Philippians Short Course Bible Study at First Trinity we were studying chapter 4. It’s a wonderful chapter which I strongly suggest everyone read. (You could even do so right now by clicking here.) Anyway, in summary here are a few things covered in that chapter: vs 4 – Finding JOY in… Continue reading Hope {Day 12} – Hope and Contentment… the Best of Friends
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