Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Guilty Pleasures
One of my favorite things to do in life is to copy Jason Derulo's voice when he sings "Jaaaaaaason Deeeeerulo" in auto-tune in the beginning of his songs....teeehee
Monday, October 18, 2010
The Time Has Come
Is it creepy/stalker-ish to say that I think Rick Pino is my mentor when he doesn't even know I exist? :P LOL. I have him as a Facebook friend and I always find his status updates so profound.
Today's status says,
"God, deliver us from the wide path of a watered-down western Christianity that we may walk on the narrow road of true Biblical discipleship!" - Rick Pino
What a great word!!!
John 4:23 says: "A time will come, however, indeed it is already here, when the true (genuine) worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth (reality); for the Father is seeking just such people as these as His worshipers." (AMP)
When John Refers to "worshipers" - I don't believe he is just referring to those who sing peppy worship songs at church once a week. It requires so much more then that. It requires a heart that longs for Jesus and is willing to forsake all else for Him. We must turn our back on forfeit spirituality and false gods. We must pray for eyes to see what is real and what is good. Eyes to discern what is of the Lord.
I don't want watered down western Christianity.
The "churches" message has been a self-help message. How to be a better person. How to live your dream life. etc. etc. etc.
We have forgotten the simple, beautiful truth. The truth of which is Jesus Christ. The son of God.
Acts 4:10-12
Then know this, you and all the people of Israel: It is by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified but whom God raised from the dead, that this man stands before you healed. He is "'the stone you builders rejected,which has become the capstone.a]">[a]'b]">[b] 12Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved."
Anyways, these are just a few thoughts that came to my mind this morning.
I didn't go to work today, still not feeling very good. :( Anyways, will go get some rest.
Bless you!
xoxo
Nay
Today's status says,
"God, deliver us from the wide path of a watered-down western Christianity that we may walk on the narrow road of true Biblical discipleship!" - Rick Pino
What a great word!!!
John 4:23 says: "A time will come, however, indeed it is already here, when the true (genuine) worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth (reality); for the Father is seeking just such people as these as His worshipers." (AMP)
When John Refers to "worshipers" - I don't believe he is just referring to those who sing peppy worship songs at church once a week. It requires so much more then that. It requires a heart that longs for Jesus and is willing to forsake all else for Him. We must turn our back on forfeit spirituality and false gods. We must pray for eyes to see what is real and what is good. Eyes to discern what is of the Lord.
I don't want watered down western Christianity.
The "churches" message has been a self-help message. How to be a better person. How to live your dream life. etc. etc. etc.
We have forgotten the simple, beautiful truth. The truth of which is Jesus Christ. The son of God.
Acts 4:10-12
Then know this, you and all the people of Israel: It is by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified but whom God raised from the dead, that this man stands before you healed. He is "'the stone you builders rejected,which has become the capstone.a]">[a]'b]">[b] 12Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved."
Anyways, these are just a few thoughts that came to my mind this morning.
I didn't go to work today, still not feeling very good. :( Anyways, will go get some rest.
Bless you!
xoxo
Nay
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Eyelashes
I am not entirely sure what I am going to write about, but I ache to write right now. It gets my mind off the world.
I feel really sick to my stomach right now *barf.* Not too sure why. Perhaps my dear friend stress has come back into my life. We were friends in the past, but now 'he' has worn out his welcome!!!
Speaking of friends, let me introduce you to my dear sweet friend, 'fake eyelashes.' I tell you no lie, they are an instant face lift, and when you are nearing 25, you want a face lift. ;) I was actually inspired when I watched Lady Gaga perform in Vancouver. She had a beautiful sweep of black eyeliner way past the crease of her eyes complimented by these thick beautiful eyelashes. I have been hooked ever since. Application is quite easy actually, after you have done it a few times. The first time I tried to apply them, I think I ended up throwing the lashes out without even wearing them because they got all glued over and messed up. You can wear pretty much no makeup except for these glorious lashes, and you'll look like a diva. I wasnt wearing them for a long time because they are sooo dern expensive, but I found out they sell them at Winners for cheap. I just bought a 5 packer for only 7.99. Thank you Winners, you saved the day once again.
The Justin Bieber concert approaches fast. I shall be seeing this young lad in 2 sleeps and a 3.5 hr drive. Whooopeee! I think seeing this perfectly coiffed kid fast tracks me into the 'cougar' category. To commemorate this wonderful coming of age, I have purchased this beautiful gold diamond encrusted jaguar necklace. It is absolutely fabulous and I plan to wear it to the Bieber concert. Muhahah!! Raaawwwrrr!
Alas this shall be the last concert of 2010 for me. Unless by some miracle some other artist comes to Kamloops or thereabouts. :( Lady Gaga was outstanding, I wish I could go back to there.
In the last week, I have had a little family of mice sneak into my house which has been very upsetting. Bahhhhhh I hate it. I have named them Alejandro, Roberto and Fernando after Lady Gaga's song. Yes, they are a little gang of Mexican mice. I think only Alejandro is alive. Don't call my name Alejando. o_o
Well that should be all for meooowww...
xoxo
Nay
I feel really sick to my stomach right now *barf.* Not too sure why. Perhaps my dear friend stress has come back into my life. We were friends in the past, but now 'he' has worn out his welcome!!!
Speaking of friends, let me introduce you to my dear sweet friend, 'fake eyelashes.' I tell you no lie, they are an instant face lift, and when you are nearing 25, you want a face lift. ;) I was actually inspired when I watched Lady Gaga perform in Vancouver. She had a beautiful sweep of black eyeliner way past the crease of her eyes complimented by these thick beautiful eyelashes. I have been hooked ever since. Application is quite easy actually, after you have done it a few times. The first time I tried to apply them, I think I ended up throwing the lashes out without even wearing them because they got all glued over and messed up. You can wear pretty much no makeup except for these glorious lashes, and you'll look like a diva. I wasnt wearing them for a long time because they are sooo dern expensive, but I found out they sell them at Winners for cheap. I just bought a 5 packer for only 7.99. Thank you Winners, you saved the day once again.
The Justin Bieber concert approaches fast. I shall be seeing this young lad in 2 sleeps and a 3.5 hr drive. Whooopeee! I think seeing this perfectly coiffed kid fast tracks me into the 'cougar' category. To commemorate this wonderful coming of age, I have purchased this beautiful gold diamond encrusted jaguar necklace. It is absolutely fabulous and I plan to wear it to the Bieber concert. Muhahah!! Raaawwwrrr!
Alas this shall be the last concert of 2010 for me. Unless by some miracle some other artist comes to Kamloops or thereabouts. :( Lady Gaga was outstanding, I wish I could go back to there.
In the last week, I have had a little family of mice sneak into my house which has been very upsetting. Bahhhhhh I hate it. I have named them Alejandro, Roberto and Fernando after Lady Gaga's song. Yes, they are a little gang of Mexican mice. I think only Alejandro is alive. Don't call my name Alejando. o_o
Well that should be all for meooowww...
xoxo
Nay
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Emo
What I love about David in the Bible is that he was so real.
One minute talking about trusting God, the next minute crying that he was alone and scared for his life, the next minute singing hymns to God.
I identify with him.
Right now, I just feel so frustrated with people.
Completely intolerant of others stupidity and ignorance.
Tired of apathy.
Un-trusting of other's promises.
Lonely, but not wanting to talk to anyone.
And yet in the same breath that I say those things, in this breath I say that I know God is with me and I am not alone - and I believe it with my heart.
I dont have a choice not to believe, because He is my only hope.
Sometimes I just want to scream, Bahhhhhhhh! Why are there so many crazy people in this world, specifically, in my world. I reject their insanity. I reject their false thinking. I reject their ways of life.
No wonder this earth is not our home......
One minute talking about trusting God, the next minute crying that he was alone and scared for his life, the next minute singing hymns to God.
I identify with him.
Right now, I just feel so frustrated with people.
Completely intolerant of others stupidity and ignorance.
Tired of apathy.
Un-trusting of other's promises.
Lonely, but not wanting to talk to anyone.
And yet in the same breath that I say those things, in this breath I say that I know God is with me and I am not alone - and I believe it with my heart.
I dont have a choice not to believe, because He is my only hope.
Sometimes I just want to scream, Bahhhhhhhh! Why are there so many crazy people in this world, specifically, in my world. I reject their insanity. I reject their false thinking. I reject their ways of life.
No wonder this earth is not our home......
Monday, October 11, 2010
Your Love Leads to Repentance
"When I'm with my daddy, my innocence is restored."
-Rick Pino
The lyrics above are from a song called Zerubbabel by Rick Pino. The lyrics are actually quite profound because the Bible talks about how God's love leads us to repentance.
It's falling into Abba's arms.
It's spending time with Him and enjoying His love.
Reading, praying, listening. In his presence, there is fullness of joy and pleasures forevermore.
The more time we spend with Him, the less we want to do the things that hurt Him. The more that we get to know Him intimately, the less we want to know the things of the world that would separate us from His love.
Too long we have believed that we will become holy by our striving and hard work.
Don't focus your attention on "not doing" but on "doing."
The more you are with Your father, the more you will be like Him.
Spend time with daddy.
=)
"In Your Presence" by Jason Upton just came on - that was awesome! :) He sings, "nothing really satisfies, like when You speak my name. So tell me that You'll never leave and everything will be OK. In Your presence, all fear is gone. In Your presence, it's where I belong."
Amen!
xoxo
Nay
-Rick Pino
The lyrics above are from a song called Zerubbabel by Rick Pino. The lyrics are actually quite profound because the Bible talks about how God's love leads us to repentance.
It's falling into Abba's arms.
It's spending time with Him and enjoying His love.
Reading, praying, listening. In his presence, there is fullness of joy and pleasures forevermore.
The more time we spend with Him, the less we want to do the things that hurt Him. The more that we get to know Him intimately, the less we want to know the things of the world that would separate us from His love.
Too long we have believed that we will become holy by our striving and hard work.
Don't focus your attention on "not doing" but on "doing."
The more you are with Your father, the more you will be like Him.
Spend time with daddy.
=)
"In Your Presence" by Jason Upton just came on - that was awesome! :) He sings, "nothing really satisfies, like when You speak my name. So tell me that You'll never leave and everything will be OK. In Your presence, all fear is gone. In Your presence, it's where I belong."
Amen!
xoxo
Nay
Happy Thanksgiving!
GIVE THANKS FOR HIS UNFAILING LOVE!
- Psalm 7:17
I will give thanks to the LORD because of his righteousness and will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.
- Psalm 28:7
The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song.
- Psalm 30:12
that my heart may sing to you and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give you thanks forever. - Psalm 35:18
I will give you thanks in the great assembly; among throngs of people I will praise you.
Psalm 35:17-19 (in Context) Psalm 35 (Whole Chapter) - Psalm 75:1
[ For the director of music. To the tune of "Do Not Destroy." A psalm of Asaph. A song. ] We give thanks to you, O God, we give thanks, for your Name is near; men tell of your wonderful deeds.
Psalm 75:1-3 (in Context) Psalm 75 (Whole Chapter) - Psalm 100:4
Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. - Psalm 105:1
Give thanks to the LORD, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done. - Psalm 106:1
Praise the LORD. Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.
Psalm 106:1-3 (in Context) Psalm 106 (Whole Chapter) - Psalm 106:47
Save us, O LORD our God, and gather us from the nations, that we may give thanks to your holy name and glory in your praise.
Psalm 106:46-48 (in Context) Psalm 106 (Whole Chapter) - Psalm 107:1
[ BOOK V : Psalms 107-150 ] Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.
Psalm 107:1-3 (in Context) Psalm 107 (Whole Chapter) - Psalm 107:8
Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for men, - Psalm 107:15
Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for men, - Psalm 107:21
Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for men. - Psalm 107:31
Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for men.
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Chapters of October
Happy October!
We're 9 days (nearly 10) into the month and so much has happened in such a short little week.
CHAPTER ONE
Last Sunday one of my co-workers was killed in car accident on the Coquihalla near Merritt. I was so shocked by the news. Les was a beautiful red headed woman who lit up the room when she walked in. She wore pink fearlessly and aways drew little pictures for me on the data entry she would submit. Life is so precious, it's something we should never take for granted.
CHAPTER TWO
Sunday night Bran and I attended River City Church and really enjoyed it. I saw so many old friends. Some I havent seen in years, some in months. It was really refreshing and somewhat odd to go to Church and not be racing around trying to get things ready for the service. They had a special speaker from Washington come in because it was their one year church anniversary. After his message there was a time of prayer. Bran and I stuck around for a while but then after about half an hour we thought it was about time to go. Just as we were about to leave, the pastor, Keith, grabbed our shoulders and said he wanted to pray for us and that he had a word for us. He said in exactly 3 months something big was going to happen for us and that we have 3 months to prepare and get ready for it. This was on October 3rd. He told us to write it down, so here I am writing it down. I totally believe God has a plan for us.
Part of what Pastor Keith was talking about was not always having "no" to bad things, but also having to say "no" to some good things which we dont always think of. "Good" is not always God's plan - he is greater than that. Bran had a job offer in Vanouver and we really had to pray about it and weigh out the benefits and consequences. Alot of it was really good. He would be paid substantially more and it would be a nice change for us to get out of Kamloops. But, after praying. it didn't feel completely right so he decided to turn down the offer.
We turned down that offer because we have to believe there is a purpose for us here.....no matter how discouraged and alone we sometimes feel!
CHAPTER THREE
Tonight we had Jan and Coral over tonight - what a great encouraging couple! They have had years of experience in ministry and have been really wonderful to talk to. We feel like we are all on the same page with things.
I can't quite say yet, but I had an opportunity and I dove into it. We'll see what happens. TBA.
CHAPTER FOUR
I went to Johnny Reid's concert on Tuesday night with my mom and sister. He is a spectacular performer. There was such a sense of peace and calmness at the arena. His whole theme was a "place called love" and it actually felt like taht there. No one from the audience was rowdy or out of line. It was like the spirit of God was resting in there, so unusual, so nice. He is a Scottish country singer, who would have thunk? His music hardly sounds country. If it is country, it's like its blended with R and B with the sultry voice of Rod Stewart. I will definitely be seeing this classy dude again!
CHAPTER FIVE
Speaking of concerts, I will be seeing concert numero three on October 19th. The Bieber-meister. I can't quite say I am a cougar, I am thinking a jag-u-ar would be a good name. Hahaha. Its going to be in Vancouver. We were just there to see Gaga!
CHAPTER SIX
A few weeks ago I was writing that I was feeling kind of isolated and lonley. Well, things are so much better now. I have got in contact with an older friend again. Not that we have ever stopped being friends but sometimes it has been hard to stay in contact. So thats been fun. Also, hanging out with the posse..........some of my sisters friends. We have alot of fun together. I would, however, love to have a friend that was exactly like me. Hahahahhaha!! :) Okeee........not possible. Well maybe, but probably not going to happen! Anyways, I thank God for good friends!!
CHAPTER SEVEN
I just think BRANDON is the bee's knees. He is the greatest husband on the earth. I love him so much and so proud of all he has accomplished, and how he treats me ;) We are a great match for each other, I can;t imagine being with anybody else. God has really blessed me!!
CHAPTER EIGHT
My grandparents were over last weekend. We all had a great time together. Spent some time with them at my mom's house and then had them over for dinner at our house. Made chicken cacciatore. So easy when you got yourself a crock pot! We received 2 of them as wedding gifts and they have been used so often!!
WELL thats all for now.
XOXOxoxo
Nay
We're 9 days (nearly 10) into the month and so much has happened in such a short little week.
CHAPTER ONE
Last Sunday one of my co-workers was killed in car accident on the Coquihalla near Merritt. I was so shocked by the news. Les was a beautiful red headed woman who lit up the room when she walked in. She wore pink fearlessly and aways drew little pictures for me on the data entry she would submit. Life is so precious, it's something we should never take for granted.
CHAPTER TWO
Sunday night Bran and I attended River City Church and really enjoyed it. I saw so many old friends. Some I havent seen in years, some in months. It was really refreshing and somewhat odd to go to Church and not be racing around trying to get things ready for the service. They had a special speaker from Washington come in because it was their one year church anniversary. After his message there was a time of prayer. Bran and I stuck around for a while but then after about half an hour we thought it was about time to go. Just as we were about to leave, the pastor, Keith, grabbed our shoulders and said he wanted to pray for us and that he had a word for us. He said in exactly 3 months something big was going to happen for us and that we have 3 months to prepare and get ready for it. This was on October 3rd. He told us to write it down, so here I am writing it down. I totally believe God has a plan for us.
Part of what Pastor Keith was talking about was not always having "no" to bad things, but also having to say "no" to some good things which we dont always think of. "Good" is not always God's plan - he is greater than that. Bran had a job offer in Vanouver and we really had to pray about it and weigh out the benefits and consequences. Alot of it was really good. He would be paid substantially more and it would be a nice change for us to get out of Kamloops. But, after praying. it didn't feel completely right so he decided to turn down the offer.
We turned down that offer because we have to believe there is a purpose for us here.....no matter how discouraged and alone we sometimes feel!
CHAPTER THREE
Tonight we had Jan and Coral over tonight - what a great encouraging couple! They have had years of experience in ministry and have been really wonderful to talk to. We feel like we are all on the same page with things.
I can't quite say yet, but I had an opportunity and I dove into it. We'll see what happens. TBA.
CHAPTER FOUR
I went to Johnny Reid's concert on Tuesday night with my mom and sister. He is a spectacular performer. There was such a sense of peace and calmness at the arena. His whole theme was a "place called love" and it actually felt like taht there. No one from the audience was rowdy or out of line. It was like the spirit of God was resting in there, so unusual, so nice. He is a Scottish country singer, who would have thunk? His music hardly sounds country. If it is country, it's like its blended with R and B with the sultry voice of Rod Stewart. I will definitely be seeing this classy dude again!
CHAPTER FIVE
Speaking of concerts, I will be seeing concert numero three on October 19th. The Bieber-meister. I can't quite say I am a cougar, I am thinking a jag-u-ar would be a good name. Hahaha. Its going to be in Vancouver. We were just there to see Gaga!
CHAPTER SIX
A few weeks ago I was writing that I was feeling kind of isolated and lonley. Well, things are so much better now. I have got in contact with an older friend again. Not that we have ever stopped being friends but sometimes it has been hard to stay in contact. So thats been fun. Also, hanging out with the posse..........some of my sisters friends. We have alot of fun together. I would, however, love to have a friend that was exactly like me. Hahahahhaha!! :) Okeee........not possible. Well maybe, but probably not going to happen! Anyways, I thank God for good friends!!
CHAPTER SEVEN
I just think BRANDON is the bee's knees. He is the greatest husband on the earth. I love him so much and so proud of all he has accomplished, and how he treats me ;) We are a great match for each other, I can;t imagine being with anybody else. God has really blessed me!!
CHAPTER EIGHT
My grandparents were over last weekend. We all had a great time together. Spent some time with them at my mom's house and then had them over for dinner at our house. Made chicken cacciatore. So easy when you got yourself a crock pot! We received 2 of them as wedding gifts and they have been used so often!!
WELL thats all for now.
XOXOxoxo
Nay
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