Yay! Today was yet another test... this one was on rifle drill, and in spite of being a little nervous, he passed it. A couple more tests later this week, then next week they're out for field exercises. I sent him a care package last week, which arrived today, loaded with energy bars, beef jerky and snacks to take out there with him, plus some odds and ends that I though might come in handy. He got some teasing when a few of the guys saw that I sent along baby wipes - but one of the officers pointed out that baby wipes are a soldier's best friend out in the field.
So there, boys. LOL
Monday, October 20, 2008
Philippians 4:6-7
Philippians 4:6-7
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Bring your needs to God - don't just sit around and worry or be stressed! God can meet all your needs.
By coming to God with my needs, by coming to Him about everything, I open myself to His peace, which will fill me and keep me from the fear that could otherwise grip my heart and mind.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Bring your needs to God - don't just sit around and worry or be stressed! God can meet all your needs.
By coming to God with my needs, by coming to Him about everything, I open myself to His peace, which will fill me and keep me from the fear that could otherwise grip my heart and mind.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Philippians 3:12-14
Philippians 3:12-14
Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.
- I'm NOT there yet!
- Don't get hung up on the PAST
- "Strain toward", "Press on toward" = actively pursuing the goal, not sitting back waiting for something to happen!
Philippians 3:16
Only let us live up to what we have already attained.
Does my life reflect salvation, redemption, righteousness, peace, joy, and an active pursuit of Christ and Heaven?
Philippians 3:17
Join with others in following my example, brothers, and take note of those who live according to the pattern we gave you.
Don't do it alone! Find others to join together with, both peers AND mentors.
Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.
- I'm NOT there yet!
- Don't get hung up on the PAST
- "Strain toward", "Press on toward" = actively pursuing the goal, not sitting back waiting for something to happen!
Philippians 3:16
Only let us live up to what we have already attained.
Does my life reflect salvation, redemption, righteousness, peace, joy, and an active pursuit of Christ and Heaven?
Philippians 3:17
Join with others in following my example, brothers, and take note of those who live according to the pattern we gave you.
Don't do it alone! Find others to join together with, both peers AND mentors.
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Philippians 3:4,7
Philippians 3:4,7
If anyone thinks he has reasons to put confidence in the flesh, I have more... but whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ.
Don't put your confidence in yourself, your talents, your gifts, your family line, etc. All of that is worthless compared to what you have in Christ! Seek to serve Him and to walk in the righteousness that He gives, not just to do well in your own strength and ability. You can do good things on your own, but truly you are powerless.
If anyone thinks he has reasons to put confidence in the flesh, I have more... but whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ.
Don't put your confidence in yourself, your talents, your gifts, your family line, etc. All of that is worthless compared to what you have in Christ! Seek to serve Him and to walk in the righteousness that He gives, not just to do well in your own strength and ability. You can do good things on your own, but truly you are powerless.
Friday, October 17, 2008
Philippians 2:12-16
Philippians 2:12-13
Work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to His good purpose.
I am to do my part and to work out, live out, act on and demonstrate my salvation, acting in a manner worthy of Christ. But it is only through God working in my that I will be successful, that I will be able to serve his purpose for my life!
Philippians 2:14-16
Do everything withouth complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe as you hold out the word of life.
Obedience with a poor attitude is not true obedience. Joyful obedience, with no complaining or arguing, will set me apart and make me stand out in the world around me. A reminder of the power of the tongue here as well - complaining and arguing is a common trait among all of us in our day-to-day conversation, but what is the impact of that?
Work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to His good purpose.
I am to do my part and to work out, live out, act on and demonstrate my salvation, acting in a manner worthy of Christ. But it is only through God working in my that I will be successful, that I will be able to serve his purpose for my life!
Philippians 2:14-16
Do everything withouth complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe as you hold out the word of life.
Obedience with a poor attitude is not true obedience. Joyful obedience, with no complaining or arguing, will set me apart and make me stand out in the world around me. A reminder of the power of the tongue here as well - complaining and arguing is a common trait among all of us in our day-to-day conversation, but what is the impact of that?
I’ve started doing some Bible study at night before I go to bed – I decided on Philippians for no particular reason, but it seems to be an appropriate place to be right now. It’s where Paul is writing from jail, and there are some pretty good nuggets to pull out of it. Like making sure that no matter what your circumstances might be, that your conduct is above reproach. And recognizing that even though things might look bad to you, God’s plans are bigger than ours and the very thing you’re suffering through might well be serving to advance the gospel. Or that people will look on you in your troubles, and what you do or say is going to affect their perception of God. I guess I got quite a bit out of the first chapter. :)
A doesn’t seem to have suffered any ill effects from her tumble last night... she fell down a couple of stairs. :( She was quiet and snuggly for about ten minutes then back to her normal self and today she’s trying to go up them again. Yeesh.
C’s cold is yucky today, she’s got a bit of a temperature and took a really long nap this afternoon. Now she’s up and seems content enough but she’s obviously sick. Poor kiddo. Needless to say we didn’t go anywhere today. I’ve got a few things I’d like to get done over the weekend but we’ll play it by ear. I’ve got to bring the nursery stuff in for Sunday, but probably I’ll try to do that tomorrow, then if she’s feeling icky I won’t have to get her up and out early on Sunday.
I hired someone to come build the back steps. He'll be here on Sunday. Once he’s done, then I can finish painting the deck and that project will finally be done. I need to get the rest of that dirt spread out and some grass seed planted asap, too, before it gets cold.
A doesn’t seem to have suffered any ill effects from her tumble last night... she fell down a couple of stairs. :( She was quiet and snuggly for about ten minutes then back to her normal self and today she’s trying to go up them again. Yeesh.
C’s cold is yucky today, she’s got a bit of a temperature and took a really long nap this afternoon. Now she’s up and seems content enough but she’s obviously sick. Poor kiddo. Needless to say we didn’t go anywhere today. I’ve got a few things I’d like to get done over the weekend but we’ll play it by ear. I’ve got to bring the nursery stuff in for Sunday, but probably I’ll try to do that tomorrow, then if she’s feeling icky I won’t have to get her up and out early on Sunday.
I hired someone to come build the back steps. He'll be here on Sunday. Once he’s done, then I can finish painting the deck and that project will finally be done. I need to get the rest of that dirt spread out and some grass seed planted asap, too, before it gets cold.
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