Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Back from Youniversity...
Camp was so stinkin awesome! It was an unbelievable week of worship, fellowship, sun and of course rec. fun! Thanks Rec staffers! I got to see some amazing students that I hadn't seen in awhile. Also got to make some new friendships. Overall...God showed up in a huge way. I am just again amazed by His love and devotion for me. Unbelievable :)
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Engage
I am very excited about a wonderful opportunity that has been placed in my lap. Awhile back I was lucky enough to hear about a wonderful organization called Children's Cup. Children's Cup is an organization that is committed to meeting both the physical and spiritual needs of children whose homes have been devastated or destroyed by war, natural disasters or widespread disease.
After much prayer, I really felt the burden to use my resources to help in any way that I could. Enter...Engage. Engage is a way for those of us who feel the burden of doing more for Christs cause for the children in Africa. It is a way to get connected with others who are willing to pray, give and go.
I want to encourage any of you who feel that this is something you would like to get involved with to please email me or contact me here on my blog. I will be forming a team that is committed to getting involved with various ministry projects. (More to come on that). I would be happy to give you any more information about Engage and Children's Cup.
Thanks for your prayerful consideration. I am excited to see how God is going to move.
-Kelli
After much prayer, I really felt the burden to use my resources to help in any way that I could. Enter...Engage. Engage is a way for those of us who feel the burden of doing more for Christs cause for the children in Africa. It is a way to get connected with others who are willing to pray, give and go.
I want to encourage any of you who feel that this is something you would like to get involved with to please email me or contact me here on my blog. I will be forming a team that is committed to getting involved with various ministry projects. (More to come on that). I would be happy to give you any more information about Engage and Children's Cup.
Thanks for your prayerful consideration. I am excited to see how God is going to move.
-Kelli
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
Obedience and Surrender
I am in a blogging mood this morning.
I've been thinking about surrender and blessings lately. Maybe it's from experiences that I am going through, my friends experiences or just what God has been laying on my heart.
Not too long ago a great friend of mine was sharing his heart with several of us. He had just ended a relationship with a girl and God had asked him to do something that would take him completely out of his comfort zone. He had been asked to go back to the ex and apologize. If she had accepted his apology he was supposed to ask the ex to become his wife. wow. This was so hard for my friend not something he wanted to do. However, he had a choice. He could obey or ignore. He obeyed. To make a long story short he is not an engaged man. The girl did not accept the heart-felt apology and my friend went on his way (very relieved I will say). But it got me thinking about obedience. God had asked him to be faithful and obey. Abraham comes to mind when I think of obedience. He was willing to sacrifice his own son for God. Have I always been obedient to God...certainly not. There were and still are times when I want to control every situation and just tell God "I got this one" "I'll handle it." This makes me sad because I think that I have missed out on the blessings that follow this obedience.
In Genesis, because Abraham believed, God said that He would make Abraham's descendants as numerous as the stars. This is encouraging folks! When we, God's children, simply obey and surrender those things that we hold most dear (relationships, insecurities, dreams, etc) He is waiting to "send the wealth." I once read the "the moment of your greatest sacrifice will also be the precise moment of your greatest and most miraculous blessing." The greatest gift we could have ever received is Jesus Himself. I can't fully wrap my head around that sacrifice that my heavenly Father made. But I do know that I want to live a life of sacrifice and obedience. Those times in my life when I've brought my own desires for my life to the cross...God has blessed beyond measure.
My good friend was a wonderful example of obedience and surrender. He is now blessed with a wonderful lady who is encouraging his ministry and him as a believer. Wow!!
"Indeed, there is nothing God will not do for those who will dare to step out in faith onto what appears to be only a mist. As they take their first step, they will find a rock beneath their feet." F.B. Meyer
I've been thinking about surrender and blessings lately. Maybe it's from experiences that I am going through, my friends experiences or just what God has been laying on my heart.
Not too long ago a great friend of mine was sharing his heart with several of us. He had just ended a relationship with a girl and God had asked him to do something that would take him completely out of his comfort zone. He had been asked to go back to the ex and apologize. If she had accepted his apology he was supposed to ask the ex to become his wife. wow. This was so hard for my friend not something he wanted to do. However, he had a choice. He could obey or ignore. He obeyed. To make a long story short he is not an engaged man. The girl did not accept the heart-felt apology and my friend went on his way (very relieved I will say). But it got me thinking about obedience. God had asked him to be faithful and obey. Abraham comes to mind when I think of obedience. He was willing to sacrifice his own son for God. Have I always been obedient to God...certainly not. There were and still are times when I want to control every situation and just tell God "I got this one" "I'll handle it." This makes me sad because I think that I have missed out on the blessings that follow this obedience.
In Genesis, because Abraham believed, God said that He would make Abraham's descendants as numerous as the stars. This is encouraging folks! When we, God's children, simply obey and surrender those things that we hold most dear (relationships, insecurities, dreams, etc) He is waiting to "send the wealth." I once read the "the moment of your greatest sacrifice will also be the precise moment of your greatest and most miraculous blessing." The greatest gift we could have ever received is Jesus Himself. I can't fully wrap my head around that sacrifice that my heavenly Father made. But I do know that I want to live a life of sacrifice and obedience. Those times in my life when I've brought my own desires for my life to the cross...God has blessed beyond measure.
My good friend was a wonderful example of obedience and surrender. He is now blessed with a wonderful lady who is encouraging his ministry and him as a believer. Wow!!
"Indeed, there is nothing God will not do for those who will dare to step out in faith onto what appears to be only a mist. As they take their first step, they will find a rock beneath their feet." F.B. Meyer
Monday, July 16, 2007
Austin, Tx
Just got home from an amazing trip to Austin, Tx with my two bestest buds, Robin and Ruthie. We had an amazing time. From the trip down in the car blasting Debbie Gibson (always fun times), the stores we visited that were entirely out of our price range, the awesome live music www.myspace.com/alpharev , to the fun-filled day at Schlitterbaun...it truly was an amazing trip. 
I am overwhelmed at how much God has blessed me with. I was reminded of that on this trip. God has truly blessed me with these two women who speak encouragement and love into my life. I know that these are the experiences that make life worthwhile. I am blessed indeed.
Thursday, July 12, 2007
Inked...
Okay...
So I know some of you know about my obsession with tattoos. (yes, I have one...though not big enough to be credible). So I have an obsession with tats. Don't know when my fascination started. I have this fantasy that I am this really cool chick who can walk into a tattoo parlor say "whats up" to my homies like we are part of some ultra cool family. I know...crazy.
So, now you have a better understanding as to how unbelievably happy I was to find out that our theme for youth camp is "Inked." Yes, people...we are being branded like God. Who the stink came up with that idea? I need to know immediately so that I can kiss them and give them a high-five. :) My friend JoEllen affectionately joked that I can now proudly show off my tat...at youth camp. So excited. :)
To top it all off..........dum dum dum....
We get to wear fake tattoos all week. YYYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSS!!!!! I love how God knows what makes me happy.
P.S. - Will keep you updated on the potential parental outcry that will probably proceed camp. ;)
So I know some of you know about my obsession with tattoos. (yes, I have one...though not big enough to be credible). So I have an obsession with tats. Don't know when my fascination started. I have this fantasy that I am this really cool chick who can walk into a tattoo parlor say "whats up" to my homies like we are part of some ultra cool family. I know...crazy.
So, now you have a better understanding as to how unbelievably happy I was to find out that our theme for youth camp is "Inked." Yes, people...we are being branded like God. Who the stink came up with that idea? I need to know immediately so that I can kiss them and give them a high-five. :) My friend JoEllen affectionately joked that I can now proudly show off my tat...at youth camp. So excited. :)
To top it all off..........dum dum dum....
We get to wear fake tattoos all week. YYYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSS!!!!! I love how God knows what makes me happy.
P.S. - Will keep you updated on the potential parental outcry that will probably proceed camp. ;)
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
What I got...
So went online to register for PinkImpact tonight. (so excited) One really cool thing on the website was an online survey to see which woman of the bible you are most like. Welp...took the quiz and this is what I got...
You are most like Deborah. You can see ahead to what will be needed, and then direct those around you to meet those needs. You’re someone who is greatly concerned about the well-being of those around you. Your God-given discernment and wisdom allows you to resolve conflicts and settle arguments that are brought to you. You persistently fulfill the direction God has given you. You’re a natural and trusted leader, a worshipper, an encourager. To learn more about Deborah’s character traits, read Judges 4–5.
:)
You are most like Deborah. You can see ahead to what will be needed, and then direct those around you to meet those needs. You’re someone who is greatly concerned about the well-being of those around you. Your God-given discernment and wisdom allows you to resolve conflicts and settle arguments that are brought to you. You persistently fulfill the direction God has given you. You’re a natural and trusted leader, a worshipper, an encourager. To learn more about Deborah’s character traits, read Judges 4–5.
:)
Monday, July 9, 2007
My date...
So I have been kinda giddy all day for my date tonight. This guy is so incredible. He always makes me smile with his funny sense of humor. He is definitely a younger guy...kinda short. But he has amazing blue eyes. :)
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