I don't know that verse, I just felt like putting some random verse down.
For the first time in a good long while, I walked around Roanoke today. It felt great to just let my feet take me where I was going, instead of getting a ride with someone, because I think that I rely on my friends way too much to take me places my legs can easily reach. I consider this a major blessing to know that I have the ability to walk, and that I can walk wherever I want to go, because God gave us 2 feet for a reason. Think about it, there are many people who can't walk, or aren't as blessed as we are and don't have cars. I believe that walking is one blessing that a lot of people take for granted, and I believe that people should never take a single blessing for granted, because you are never guaranteed any more than you already have. I am a firm believer in this, because I believe that it is one of the most true statements you will ever hear. You are never guaranteed more money than you already have, you are never guaranteed tomorrow. You are never guaranteed another chance at anything. It doesn't matter what you're doing, you can't let a single chance go by, because as in Eminem's "Lose Yourself"
"Look. If you had, one shot, or one opportunity, to seize everything you ever wanted. One moment. Would you capture it, or just let it slip?" This to me means that even if you play a sport or something where you get to see the people more than once, you can't let a single game go. You can't let any opportunity that you have to pop them in the mouth, not literally maybe, cause that could end bad. I mean that you can't just let your chances to widen the score difference, slip away from you.
"Jumping at several small opportunities may get us there more quickly than waiting for one big one to come along." ~Hugh Allen
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
My thoughts on Philippians 4:13-14 and Romans 12:2
"Forgetting what is behind and reaching forward to what is ahead, I pursue, as my goal the prize promised by God's heavenly call in Christ Jesus"
There is so much about this verse that is great. It means a lot to me that I have this written on the very front of my bible, given to me by Coach Josh Dowdy. This verse, to me means that no matter what trials we go through, we must forget about the past, and reach to our goals, whether that be in sports, in spirit, in family, in academics, or anything else that we love to do. I also love the fact that this verse is so versatile that we can use it to describe what we do. It says somewhere in the bible, that I can't remember, because I don't have THAT good of a memory, that we need to do things to the best of our ability. This glorfies God, and shows others that we live life for Him, and not for our own pleasure. The goal mentioned in the verse, I think may be the words we all long to hear from our Lord when our flesh gives out. I just think it's crazy that God loves us so much, that the calling for His only son, was to die for us. Think about this, I want your feedback
"Do not conform to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God"
I believe this verse is pretty self-explanatory, but I think that a little insight may help people to understand it from a different point of view. This verse, to me, means that we are going to be different from the world, because we have Christ behind the wheel of our lives. We are letting him drive us down this road we call life, and because of that, we are going to be hated, we are going to be persecuted, and we are going to be rejected. All because we are Christians, and we are not going along with the world's wants. I won't be the first to say, that I have heard many bad things that people say about God, and Jesus. The thing is, the things that the people say, aren't right, because one thing that I am really starting to believe, is that the Bible is the whole truth. The bible has the 7 (or something like that) "I AM" statements, which tell us exactly who Jesus is. When we fully believe that Jesus is what He says He is, we will no longer want to conform to the wants of the world, but rather become one of our own, and be led down our own path by the Lord and Savior, Jesus. The renewing of our mind is just when we accept Him as our savior, then our minds are totally rearranged to God's fitting. All of a sudden, we are unaware of the past afflictions that we have had, but we are more intent on keeping that feeling we get in our hearts, that we have reached our goal, because the Kingdom of God doesn't start when we die, it starts...... Right Now for some. We are living in the Kingdom of God, and we have to make sure that we do all that we can to glorify Him. All we do glorifies Him. It doesn't matter whether we are drinking, smoking, or reading our bibles, we are glorifying God, even though it may be in a negative way. All I can say is, make sure that you know that we aren't part of the circus. We don't have to perform for God. God loves you and I just as much as he loves everyone else on earth. Our greatest deeds, are like filthy rags to Him. When we try to earn His Grace, we only fail, because no matter how hard we try, we will always fall short of the glory of God.
This is all I have for you tonight. I hope that you enjoy your day, and that you will find a few ways to glorify the Lord today!
"A bend in the road is not the end of the road.......Unless you fail to make the turn." - Unknown
There is so much about this verse that is great. It means a lot to me that I have this written on the very front of my bible, given to me by Coach Josh Dowdy. This verse, to me means that no matter what trials we go through, we must forget about the past, and reach to our goals, whether that be in sports, in spirit, in family, in academics, or anything else that we love to do. I also love the fact that this verse is so versatile that we can use it to describe what we do. It says somewhere in the bible, that I can't remember, because I don't have THAT good of a memory, that we need to do things to the best of our ability. This glorfies God, and shows others that we live life for Him, and not for our own pleasure. The goal mentioned in the verse, I think may be the words we all long to hear from our Lord when our flesh gives out. I just think it's crazy that God loves us so much, that the calling for His only son, was to die for us. Think about this, I want your feedback
"Do not conform to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God"
I believe this verse is pretty self-explanatory, but I think that a little insight may help people to understand it from a different point of view. This verse, to me, means that we are going to be different from the world, because we have Christ behind the wheel of our lives. We are letting him drive us down this road we call life, and because of that, we are going to be hated, we are going to be persecuted, and we are going to be rejected. All because we are Christians, and we are not going along with the world's wants. I won't be the first to say, that I have heard many bad things that people say about God, and Jesus. The thing is, the things that the people say, aren't right, because one thing that I am really starting to believe, is that the Bible is the whole truth. The bible has the 7 (or something like that) "I AM" statements, which tell us exactly who Jesus is. When we fully believe that Jesus is what He says He is, we will no longer want to conform to the wants of the world, but rather become one of our own, and be led down our own path by the Lord and Savior, Jesus. The renewing of our mind is just when we accept Him as our savior, then our minds are totally rearranged to God's fitting. All of a sudden, we are unaware of the past afflictions that we have had, but we are more intent on keeping that feeling we get in our hearts, that we have reached our goal, because the Kingdom of God doesn't start when we die, it starts...... Right Now for some. We are living in the Kingdom of God, and we have to make sure that we do all that we can to glorify Him. All we do glorifies Him. It doesn't matter whether we are drinking, smoking, or reading our bibles, we are glorifying God, even though it may be in a negative way. All I can say is, make sure that you know that we aren't part of the circus. We don't have to perform for God. God loves you and I just as much as he loves everyone else on earth. Our greatest deeds, are like filthy rags to Him. When we try to earn His Grace, we only fail, because no matter how hard we try, we will always fall short of the glory of God.
This is all I have for you tonight. I hope that you enjoy your day, and that you will find a few ways to glorify the Lord today!
"A bend in the road is not the end of the road.......Unless you fail to make the turn." - Unknown
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Just a little free write about me,some quotes and some questions
I am pretty much a weird guy.
I am one of few people that are Ambidextrous
I suck at bowling
I love fishing
Football has become a way of life in the fall
I eat a lot, believe it or not.
Following Christ is my life, no matter what season it is.
My life is great, no matter what I say/feel/look like
I learn something new every day, even if I don't know it yet.
Reading's never been my favorite thing, just something I sleep on.
People who are negative, need to count their blessings.
People who are overly positive, count them a lot.
Baseball isn't a sport, a past time, it's my get-a-way.
Wrestling isn't as gross when you do it, stop knocking it down, or you will be undone.
90% of the referees I have in a football game, I hate cause they suck.
There are too many stars to count, there are also too many reasons to love to think of
I am a firm believer in it's only as awkward as you make it.
There are 7 billion people on earth, don't become obsessed with one.
The real question is not "To be or not to be", It's "Half empty, or half full?"
It's not who we are, but Whose we are.
My favorite quote from a sports player is "....I've failed over and over again, and that is why I succeed" - Michael Jordan\
Second is "Play for the name on the front of the Jersey, and they will remember the name on the back." - Lionel Messi.
I may be from the south, but I hate Nascar.
I think techno music, and stinkbugs are taking over the world.
I think 2012 is a plot to get everyone away from stores, so there can be a mass stealing spree.
Evolution might be the dumbest thing I've heard of. How could something with SO MUCH HAIR and not tall at all, become something that grows a lot taller, and then has no hair at all?
There are two paths to take, the way out, and the way through.
I enjoy fellowship, but then again, some time alone with God is good enough.
I'm having second thoughts on one thing, take 3 guesses, even if you get it right, you won't know.
If we have no one to blame, we feel guilt. If we do, we feel worse guilt.
How many ways does a cookie crumble?
How many "stands" does Allstate have?
If 15 minutes saves you 15% or more, what does 100 minutes give you?
How many freaking licks does it take to get to the freaking tootsie roll center of a freaking tootsie pop?
What's the difference between Hunts, and Heinz ketchup? It's freaking ketchup
"A man begins t0 know the full meaning of life is when he plants a shade tree under which he knows full well he will never sit"
"Persons thankful for the little things are certain to be the ones with much to be thankful for."
"Do or do not, there is no 'try'."
I find that plans carried out, then changed as they're happening are more fun than a plan, or a spontaneous chance
I am good at public speaking, though I'm quiet a lot.
Where did the good ole days of Spongebob go?
Parody's make me laugh, no matter how bad they are
Facebook is what I do at home. Want me off? I want to hang out with people, just no one asks.
I have many talents, just waiting to be unleashed, as do you, and you, and you, and you.
My best friends' initials are OK DB ZL CN TB EA JS DD KS and a lot more, that I don't think I want to put on here because it takes a lot of freaking time.
If I never tell you I love you, then know that you are loved anyway
I tend to overthink a lot, you tend to not notice
How many people do you think would kill to have what you have?
I did a lot on here, but it's just because I tend to get carried away. You don't have to answer the questions, but I would like some feedback :) Love you all
I am one of few people that are Ambidextrous
I suck at bowling
I love fishing
Football has become a way of life in the fall
I eat a lot, believe it or not.
Following Christ is my life, no matter what season it is.
My life is great, no matter what I say/feel/look like
I learn something new every day, even if I don't know it yet.
Reading's never been my favorite thing, just something I sleep on.
People who are negative, need to count their blessings.
People who are overly positive, count them a lot.
Baseball isn't a sport, a past time, it's my get-a-way.
Wrestling isn't as gross when you do it, stop knocking it down, or you will be undone.
90% of the referees I have in a football game, I hate cause they suck.
There are too many stars to count, there are also too many reasons to love to think of
I am a firm believer in it's only as awkward as you make it.
There are 7 billion people on earth, don't become obsessed with one.
The real question is not "To be or not to be", It's "Half empty, or half full?"
It's not who we are, but Whose we are.
My favorite quote from a sports player is "....I've failed over and over again, and that is why I succeed" - Michael Jordan\
Second is "Play for the name on the front of the Jersey, and they will remember the name on the back." - Lionel Messi.
I may be from the south, but I hate Nascar.
I think techno music, and stinkbugs are taking over the world.
I think 2012 is a plot to get everyone away from stores, so there can be a mass stealing spree.
Evolution might be the dumbest thing I've heard of. How could something with SO MUCH HAIR and not tall at all, become something that grows a lot taller, and then has no hair at all?
There are two paths to take, the way out, and the way through.
I enjoy fellowship, but then again, some time alone with God is good enough.
I'm having second thoughts on one thing, take 3 guesses, even if you get it right, you won't know.
If we have no one to blame, we feel guilt. If we do, we feel worse guilt.
How many ways does a cookie crumble?
How many "stands" does Allstate have?
If 15 minutes saves you 15% or more, what does 100 minutes give you?
How many freaking licks does it take to get to the freaking tootsie roll center of a freaking tootsie pop?
What's the difference between Hunts, and Heinz ketchup? It's freaking ketchup
"A man begins t0 know the full meaning of life is when he plants a shade tree under which he knows full well he will never sit"
"Persons thankful for the little things are certain to be the ones with much to be thankful for."
"Do or do not, there is no 'try'."
I find that plans carried out, then changed as they're happening are more fun than a plan, or a spontaneous chance
I am good at public speaking, though I'm quiet a lot.
Where did the good ole days of Spongebob go?
Parody's make me laugh, no matter how bad they are
Facebook is what I do at home. Want me off? I want to hang out with people, just no one asks.
I have many talents, just waiting to be unleashed, as do you, and you, and you, and you.
My best friends' initials are OK DB ZL CN TB EA JS DD KS and a lot more, that I don't think I want to put on here because it takes a lot of freaking time.
If I never tell you I love you, then know that you are loved anyway
I tend to overthink a lot, you tend to not notice
How many people do you think would kill to have what you have?
I did a lot on here, but it's just because I tend to get carried away. You don't have to answer the questions, but I would like some feedback :) Love you all
Younglife Club - 2010 2011
So, boys and girls it's that time of year again! It's time for Cave Spring's Younglife Club to start back up, and for all of us to have great Monday's even if we aren't having a great day. It's time for the songs, and the skits, and the games, and friends, fun, and Bojangles :P. It's also time to start having those lessons that have changed so many lives. I remember the time 3 straight lessons just inspired me to give it all for Christ, which is what it's all about anyway. It's also time for us to love Christ with all our hearts. I believe that if we all loved Him fully, that he would do WONDERFUL things through us. Knowing he loves us all no matter how much "good" we do is so humbling. I pray that one day, I would be able to love, no matter what evil someone has done to me. I know that one day, God will change my heart to be like that, but it's in His time, not mine. I have been learning a lot about how no matter how many times we pray, or how much we read the bible, or anything we do, He won't love us more, or less. He doesn't change his opinions on us, he just loves us fully, deeply, and greatly. I also think it's time that we all took a step back and prayed for our brothers and sisters. Not just in family, but of God. Our friends, our friends' friends, and everyone else who we go through life with. One reason I love the fact that Club starts tomorrow, is the fact that everyone there is great, they don't care who you are, or the details about you, they love the fact that you're at Club, and going through life there with them. I just hope and pray that we don't judge club on how many people go, but the fact that the people are there. No matter if we have 2 people, or 300 people, club is always a success. I know that God will give the speaker at the end the words to talk to everyone and let them spread his word. It's time also for fall to come around and cool us off. This was a HOT Summer, and I know that a good cooling off will be nice :). Another thing I am doing now, is getting into this thing called WyldLife. It's just like Younglife, but for Middle Schoolers. I want to be a leader there, and I am gonna go to the club meeting this Wednesday, whether or not anyone wants me to. I just want to see the happiness on the young people's faces, and the love I know they have for the Lord. I sadly have to show up late, but that's perfectly fine. I know that this year is going to be GREAT, and I can't wait to see what God has in store for us. Much love and peace,
TJ
TJ
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