Go here. And listen to Renaissance. At least once a day for the next 3 days. Maybe more too! I pasted a little blurb from Josh's blog to tell you why, check out his music, he is fabulous and his heart is for all the right things!
Over the next few days KLOVE will be reviewing Renaissance on www.myspace.com/JoshRosenthal. To add to the validity I'm asking for you to go to that page each day between now and January 16 and allow your computer to play through the song at least once. The amount of plays per day is shown on the media player, and, ideally, this will show the demand and love for the song.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Peace Like a River...
In contrast with my last post, I had an epiphany today. I actually took some time to sit and be real with God. I let out all my frustrations, read about Daniel (Read it.) , and did a little soul-searching. Not too many times have I had an experience like this, but I was suddenly drowning in this sense of peace that I haven't had for a long time. It was as though God was whispering, "I'll always be here. You're not alone. Delight in me." How long have I gone just getting by and getting things done on my to-do list? There has got to be more to life than that. There is more to life than that. Although it can be messy and frustrating and disappointing, I'm so encouraged by the fact that I get to serve a God who knows the end from the beginning and has everything already figured out before I even think to try to figure things out. I'm not alone, you're not alone. Rest in Him and His peace. He will always provide for you, even if what's happening in the here and now doesn't seem a whole lot like provision. Take time to delight in the little things. The pattern that the ice crystals make on your windshield, the wonder of snow, or clouds, or sunsets. Take it all in, He made it for you!
“Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever; wisdom and power are his. He changes times and seasons; he sets up kings and deposes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning. He reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what lies in darkness, and light dwells with him." Daniel 2:20-22
Also, today Pastor Mike Bell spoke at church and taught about the Bible's history. It was absolutely amazing. I couldn't stop listening and thinking of how fantastic it is that God has given us everything we need to know in the Word of God and how He has crafted it through human hands to bring people to Himself. You can listen to it here. Have a great week!
“Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever; wisdom and power are his. He changes times and seasons; he sets up kings and deposes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning. He reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what lies in darkness, and light dwells with him." Daniel 2:20-22
Also, today Pastor Mike Bell spoke at church and taught about the Bible's history. It was absolutely amazing. I couldn't stop listening and thinking of how fantastic it is that God has given us everything we need to know in the Word of God and how He has crafted it through human hands to bring people to Himself. You can listen to it here. Have a great week!
Thursday, January 1, 2009
New Year, New Look!
For the blog of course. With a new year, all my imperfections seem to be rising to the surface and I'm trying to tackle them all in a day. Laundry? Check. Pluck the eyebrows? Check. Get caught up on grading? Check. Re-organize the pantry and desk cupboards? Check. Delete all my old e-mails? Check. Upload new pics to facebook? Check. And of course, finally file and buff my nails with the new luxurious dead-sea mineral stuff that Matt bought at a kiosk in the middle of Fashion Place Mall. Check. haha, they sure are shiny.
But, I still feel restless. Ask Matt. Last night, I had a bit of a end-of-the-year meltdown. I found a list of all the things I wanted to work on last year, but of course forgot about by January 24th, and started to bawl. Why is it that I can't seem to stick to anything? I can try to use my job as an excuse. The life of a second grade teacher can be busy, but not any busier than the lives of those around me. I can try to blame it on "the way I am" or "what more can people expect from me!?". I can blame many things, but it just comes down to discipline. I seem to have none. That's my goal this year... to work on discipline in all areas of my life. Here are the areas I need to improve my discipline in, feel free to remind me when you see me next and make sure I'm keeping up on it.
1. Eating and Exercising. Need I say more? I know this is everyone's resolution, but really, it's getting ridiculous. Maybe the Wii fit will help, ha! Matt and I have a bet... whoever loses the most weight by Jan. 30th gets $50. How's that for motivation!
2. My Time. I set time goals for myself and my time at work, but end up staying late just to get that "one more thing" done off my list, which ends up sucking the last bit of energy I had right out of me, especially in the winter when the darkness creeps in so quickly. My new goal? Leave work by 5 everyday.
3. Housework. Ugh. Here's the schedule:
Saturdays and Wednesdays: Laundry
Tuesdays: Kitchen
Thursdays: Bathrooms
Saturdays: vacuum
4. Saying NO! Don't worry, I'm not talking about D.A.R.E., I'm talking about overcommitting! I think that has led me to feeling that my time is full but my life is empty. I feel like I am always running to the next thing, not ever giving anything 100% and not being able to love on people along the way.
That being said, I have had a wonderful Christmas vacation. We were able to spend some great quality time with both of our families and enjoy spending time with each other (a much needed oasis in the midst of basketball season!). I still haven't gotten around to sending out some type of letter/care for the holidays. I think I'll work on it and just get it out whenever I can! Maybe a Valentine's letter this year?? :) Here's a few pictures to let you know what we've been up to!
The Wii Fit, perfect for a competitive husband!
Finally found a beer I can handle! The Heffeweizen (sp?) from Squatters. And that's Paige in the background, we got to spend some wonderful time with her and Erik, some of our favorite people around!!
Snowshoeing in Lamb's Canyon, so fun!!! We had planned to go alone, but ended up with a group of 10, it was great!!!
We went down to Moab with Matt's family for just a few days before New Year's. It was so beautiful, and fun to get away! Here's some more pictures from our trip, wishing you all God's blessings in the New Year!
But, I still feel restless. Ask Matt. Last night, I had a bit of a end-of-the-year meltdown. I found a list of all the things I wanted to work on last year, but of course forgot about by January 24th, and started to bawl. Why is it that I can't seem to stick to anything? I can try to use my job as an excuse. The life of a second grade teacher can be busy, but not any busier than the lives of those around me. I can try to blame it on "the way I am" or "what more can people expect from me!?". I can blame many things, but it just comes down to discipline. I seem to have none. That's my goal this year... to work on discipline in all areas of my life. Here are the areas I need to improve my discipline in, feel free to remind me when you see me next and make sure I'm keeping up on it.
1. Eating and Exercising. Need I say more? I know this is everyone's resolution, but really, it's getting ridiculous. Maybe the Wii fit will help, ha! Matt and I have a bet... whoever loses the most weight by Jan. 30th gets $50. How's that for motivation!
2. My Time. I set time goals for myself and my time at work, but end up staying late just to get that "one more thing" done off my list, which ends up sucking the last bit of energy I had right out of me, especially in the winter when the darkness creeps in so quickly. My new goal? Leave work by 5 everyday.
3. Housework. Ugh. Here's the schedule:
Saturdays and Wednesdays: Laundry
Tuesdays: Kitchen
Thursdays: Bathrooms
Saturdays: vacuum
4. Saying NO! Don't worry, I'm not talking about D.A.R.E., I'm talking about overcommitting! I think that has led me to feeling that my time is full but my life is empty. I feel like I am always running to the next thing, not ever giving anything 100% and not being able to love on people along the way.
That being said, I have had a wonderful Christmas vacation. We were able to spend some great quality time with both of our families and enjoy spending time with each other (a much needed oasis in the midst of basketball season!). I still haven't gotten around to sending out some type of letter/care for the holidays. I think I'll work on it and just get it out whenever I can! Maybe a Valentine's letter this year?? :) Here's a few pictures to let you know what we've been up to!
The Wii Fit, perfect for a competitive husband!
Finally found a beer I can handle! The Heffeweizen (sp?) from Squatters. And that's Paige in the background, we got to spend some wonderful time with her and Erik, some of our favorite people around!!
Snowshoeing in Lamb's Canyon, so fun!!! We had planned to go alone, but ended up with a group of 10, it was great!!!
We went down to Moab with Matt's family for just a few days before New Year's. It was so beautiful, and fun to get away! Here's some more pictures from our trip, wishing you all God's blessings in the New Year!
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