PRAYER LIST

Now I know why they have prayer lists. I seriously have to start one. Start with family then keep expanding the circle. Seems like every day it's...Oh crap I forgot blah blah blah. I guess I didn't realize how much praying is involved here. And the more people you meet the more praying you're doing. And the closer you get to people the more praying because they suck you into praying for their circle. Maybe there is a blanket prayer that will cover everyone. Just kidding, but this could easily be a full time job. Oh well, if you read this I pray God will walk with you every step you take......... And you're out of the circle!

GOD BLESS

AM I DREAMING?

Friday night I'm going to a mens retreat at church. Saturday morning I'm going on an excursion with my class from church. When did this happen? This is way out of my comfort level. I can't remember, probably because it never happened, when the last time was that I did something with other guys and no drinking was involved. In my world it's what guys do when they get together. Golf - drink...fish - drink.... picnic -drink...go Christmas shopping for wives- drink, first, then maybe shop.

Usually I just wouldn't go to these functions. Mr. excuses could always come up with some reason not to go. But here I go. We'll see how it turns out. I'm sure it will be a good experience for me. If not I'll just hit a bar on my way home. I'm kidding.....I hope
GOD BLESS

READING VS. STUDYING

I've been listening to Chuck Swindoll on the radio in the morning. He's been going thru Romans from the Bible. It seems like when I hear someone else explain things from the Bible, I'm like, why didn't I get that when I read it? Maybe that's why theres Bible studies.

Then I realized I'm reading the Bible and not studying the Bible. Which sucks because the class I took at church had like 3 or 4 different ways to read the Bible. And by using any of them would have led me to the study part. So I guess I need to re-think my Bible reading time. Or being the lazy ass I am I can just keep listening to him.

BOD BLESS

WILD @ HEART

I'm just over half way thru the book Wild at Heart. And heres what I think so far. At times I love it. Then theres times I am scratching my head, wondering if I'm missing something. I almost gave up on it real quick but didn't. And I'm glad.

What I like is that it's a way of thinking that I've never done. I know I won't be able to put it in words but it is a good way to look at things. And one problem I have is making new friends, this book and class should help with that.

What I don't like is the guys view of God in some parts. First he says God is a risk taker. I don't agree. He also comes across at times like he thinks God NEEDS us to worship, love etc. Him. I think God will be just fine if I don't. God may WANT us to for our own good, but to say God NEEDS anything from me is crazy. He will quote stuff from the Bible that fit the needs of his point. They are in the Bible but if you go and read the whole passage, then not so much. In my opinion the book would still be good without doing this. For me he just looses credibility by doing it. But over all I like it.

GOD BLESS

Wild @ Heart

Wild at heart is the name of the class I am taking at church. It's only guys in the class. I think it will end up being good for me. But I also know it will be tuff for me. The idea is to get to know the guys and to be able to share your life with them. This is something I'm not very comfortable with. The way I was brought up, you dealt with your own problems. And you never took them outside of your family. And having a conversation with someone is not a strong point of mine. Maybe this class will help in these areas.



I found this funny today. You know how in every group you seem to always have the person that is at the center of everything? For me thats a good thing because it takes the pressure off of having to participate much. Well this class is no different. But if you're going to take up most of the class time with your answers to questions don't complain that the class isn't long enough. Dude the question was, what's your name and what do you do for a living. We don't need your life story at this time. Oh well I thought it was funny!

GOD BLESS

I GIVE UP

I know the answer to this question, I hope, but I'm asking anyhow. Would God ever give up on me? Will there ever be a straw that breaks His back? The answer is no, but it's just another thing about God that's so awesome.

The reason for having some doubt on this is like in Romans.....They gave up on God and therefore God gave them up. But I think this might have been when the people of Chorinth turned away from God.

God Bless

I SUCK AT THIS

I am so glad God is forgiving because I sure do need it! What the hell is wrong with me? Enough said, for now.