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I haven't written in here in over a year. I wonder if anyone still uses livejournal...or is it completely dead?
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[08 Oct 2004|02:41pm] |
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James is soooooooooo mean like omg, he deleted my coment!
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[08 Oct 2004|02:20pm] |
James is my bestfriend, or so he tells me everyday before he beats me. I can't help but wonder if he really means what he says anymore. Everyday, he pats me on the back, saying how I made his day. Immediately afterwards, he would whip me and pants me in front of my parents. I'm embarrassed.
I have a friend who is strong and tall. Apparently, they label people like that as Germans. He drives a Honda Accord, perhaps I was wrong about all Germans riding in BMW's. Oh well, I'm aware that his rich uncle actually builds them for a living, how convenient. Unfortunately, however, I have some friends who happen to be Dutch, James and them don't get along very well at all. I heard he actually invades their homes once in a while, just for kicks.
I was just sitting by myself in the library one afternoon, when I felt a strong hand grip me by the neck and attempt to choke me. I quickly realized it must be.... the GERMAN aka James.
This will conclude my college essay, which I am sending to Washington DC>
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[08 Aug 2004|09:16pm] |
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This is basically my experience down in Mexico though I left a lot of things out because I still have to take time and think about what happened (So much has been happening). In terms of the writing style, it may seem broken and illogical because I usually think incoherently. Please bear with me and try to read what I wrote in my Unconditional Booklet. I think that when I'm more conscious tomorrow, I'll be able to write about the happenings at the site and what I actually did in Mexico. As for now, I"ll just give you what I wrote down:
Intro: So yeah, this year will be my 3rd time going down to Mexico on a short-term mission trip with RHCCC.. But for the first time, I wrote down some of things that occurred during the week in order to learn more and to understand where I have been in order to move on with my walk. During this post, I'll also be thinking and reflecting because during the trip, there wasn't much time to do so in such a hectic environment. Though I tried to write down everything, theres some stuff I might've overlooked cause the bumpy car rides and what not prevented me from writing everyday haha.
Expectations: My expectations for this year were a little different. I expected to serve God as best as I could and to hopefully learn more about him through that. What I really wanted was to turn up this fire.. into one that was blazing brightly, unquenchable, and unstoppable. The 'spritual high' or whatever really didn't cross my mind because I was recently praying that I didnt want to define God as a set of feelings.. because by doing so, we only limit how he can change our lives. Well anyways, I also expected to fellowship and get really close with the people who were in the team this year.
Day One: 1st Samuel 3:2-10.. Wow this story totally describes some of the lives (including mine) at RHCCC. Interesting. If you read this section, you'll notice that this Samuel character is so much like us. Samuel spent his WHOLE LIFE at Church, YET HE DID NOT RECOGNIZE GOD'S VOICE. Whoa, alot of us are ppl born into Christians families. We look back and realize for the longest time we've been spending countless Fridays and Sundays at Church, yet do not know God. Is that me? We don't understand when God is speaking to us, clearly, we shrug and think it is other things. Ever wonder why after every trip to a retreat or every missions trip we fail once we come back? Its because we failed to realize that God was speaking to us. In fact, he speaks throughout our lives. "Hey Kester! I know theres alot of distractions in your life. I was wondering if you're going to be available this time." and so often is our reply "Wow I feel close to you God. But um, I think these pressures around me are too great. Maybe next time. I'll just be here for a while". And its interesting because when Samuel was finally ready to say "God, I'm available" he was going to change his world. Likewise, if we tell God, "Hey, your servant is ready to listen" and make yourself available to him, he's ready to take you beyond all imagination. Indeed, He can use YOU to change YOUR world. Just let him know your ready =)
Day One Thoughts: The trip is starting out okay, everyone is still trying to get to know each other...Not quite sure where the translators are standing right now, but it feels like they don't want to be part of the team or something.. Maybe that'll change during the week. "I Wanna be Your Hands, wanna be Your Feet" I pray that I can fulfill this throughout the week. How can I be His hands? Maybe Construction. Maybe VBS. Or Both.
The cliche thing to say would be to say that I'm grateful for what I have. This attitude seems to only work momentarily because the environment itself is temporary. I pray that it would become a lifechanging thing.. i hope to be able to reduce/eliminate usage of AIM when I get home because its a huge distraction. Worldy distractions no longer seem hard to overcome, though this is easy to say in a journal only.
This is the first day and I feel unsure about how to serve effectively. I can understand only a few of the spanish phrases but can't really communicate back in a meaningful way. I feel this language, cultural barrier seems evident for the first time. I'm not sure if "learning and getting close to God" is a selfish motive/goal for this week. In my opinion, this week is solely for serving. What comes first? Knowing him or serving him first then naturally getting to know him. Or maybe it doesnt matter.
Day Two Morning: Encouragement: "I can do everything through him who gives me strength." Interesting.. Every single time God gives us strength, we rationalize with it and drop the strength Christ wants to give you. What we really need is a childlike faith. Do you believe? Faith will cause you to overcome all odds.
Romans 10: Awesome, God reminded me once again that being a Christian has no strings attatched. Everday I need to declare that He is Lord. I have to MAKE SURE my heart follows him.
Sunday Service: Luke 5.. So often do we demand things of God when we DONT EVEN walk daily with him! God answers all prayers, its just sometimes we don't like the answers. How selfish of us! We need to have time ALONE with him. Its so true that many of us think God has to give us all this and that when we never ever talk to him.. we just put him in his corner and expect him to be the genie that grants our every needs. We have to build a relationship with him! Jesus care about our every needs.. Even when it doesnt feel like that is so. He even brings miracles like this one.
Day Two Evening: Judges 16:15-19 The Sick Cycle. Bondage/Freedom. Man, we our lives are so like the Israelites in Judges. We start in bondage (perhaps to our flesh) then we are freed by God (perhaps at a retreat) then we forget about God (afterwards) and repeat this sick cycle for the longest stretches of our lives.
Samson.. His biggest mistake was never giving his strength back to God. Instead, he gave to everything he loved he cut God out of the picture which caused him to miss his PURPOSE Are we like that? If we let pride take over.. we'll say "God Needs Me" when it should be "I need God" You have the strength, what are YOU going to do with it? Are you going to offer God what he has given you? Let us not be like Samson and end our lives in captivity. Rather let us move on with power and give all we have to him.
What is our purpose here today in Mexico? To fulfull this commandment: Love Your Neighbor as Yourself (Giving back to God)
Today, George and I opened up for discussion. Awesome time. Feelowships/Temptation/RH/Profound Things. Thanks
Day Two Thoughts: When we got to the site, the past came up and my focus was lost on how I can make this week the same or even better than last time. How foolish of me. I connected with George/Peter/Jason during the time on the site. I hope we can start connecting with Vincent.
Worshipping Together: I feel sad because it feels as if the people around me forgot what the definition of worship is.. "to express praise and devotion".. Instead of this "concert" type attitude. We clap not because the music is good.. But because it expresses what our desires for Him and we concur.
Day Three: John 12:1-36 God may not immediately do anything to stop our sins, but this does not mean he approves of our actions. 10:11, Avoid Sin TODAY otherwise this sin will lead to more sins and we need repentance and power from the Holy Spirit. WARNING: Devotion based only on curiosity or popularity FADES QUICKLY.. (such as those who believed only because of Lazarus) Reminder: Jesus had to DIE to pay for the pnalty of OUR sins. Let us serve God lovingly and freely because it brings joy. 12:35/36: We are LIGHTBEARERS.. How bright is MY LIGHT shining today? Can people see Christ in my actions?
12:32-34 Reminder: What is YOUR messiah/savior look like that you're seeking? DONT FORCE JESUS INTO YOUR OWN MOLD-HE WONT FIT!
To overcome Satan, we need FAITHFUL ALLEGIANCE TO GOD'S WORD, DETERMINATION TO STAY AWAY FROM SIN, AND THE SUPPORT OF OTHER BELIEVERS.
Encourage/Be Encouraged-Bless/Be Blessed... Success this week is based on how well you can encourage/bless others.. In turn, you will be encouraged and be belessed by others. Lets do it.
Hebrews 10:23-25 Awesome.. "The Superiority of Faith" Indeed let us hold UNSWERVINGLY to the hope we profess.. Because HE WHO PROMISED IS FAITHFUL lets SPUR ONE ANOTHER on toward LOVE AND GOOD DEEDS. HEY YOU! DONT GIVE UP MEETING! (Though some are in the habit of doing) Lets continue to meet as a small group guys and SPUR one another on.. We need love in our group. Lets ENCOURAGE each other.. all the more. Always encourage. We're all part of God's family, let's encourage one another/love one another today.
Day three Thoughts: "Be the Reason that I live Jesus, Jesus" Make this true in my life, Lord. My mind is willingly, but I have no idea what the condition of my heart is Lord. You're the only one who can change my heart. Help me please. I want you to be the only reason, my only focus. Jesus, I love you.
Day Four: John 12:37-50 There will always be people who see all that God does and REFUSE to believe it. In that case, we need to continue witnessing (our part) to them. They are the ones who decide. Jesus merely confirms ppl's choices of rejecting him-It is JUST AS BAD to believe and refuse to admit it as the same as not believing. God, that was me for so long in my life. Whoa Jesus is God so we can see/know God just by learning more about Jesus! God will honor the ones who serve Jesus. Hey, reevaluate your friends.. WITNESS TO THEM... The last thing we want is for us to be in heaven.. and seeing them say this to us: "Why didn't you tell me?" Lord, Help me in this area.
Oh man, this reminds me of Kevin: The greatest truth/love is sacrificing one's life for a brother. WE must realize that we're worth so much to God that he's willing to dig up all the dirt around you (whatever that may be) in order to find and finally get to YOU! You're that special to him! He'll remove all the sins and struggles in your life so that you can be uplifted. WE BOTH NEED CHRIST. We need to accept Jesus as our personal savior and to believe he saves us and can renew us.
Day Four Thoughts: For the first time in weeks, I felt powerless and unable to encourage someone who is struggling and in desparate need of comfort. I feel that I've taken everything about my christian faith for granted. Lord, Teach me to be able to know what and when to say things that will uplift others and to give their burdens to you. You're all that I want Jesus, Get rid of my unfounded fears. I want to know God by getting to know Jesus.
All I want is for God to say to me "Kester your service to me pleases me" or "well done good and faithful servant" I want God to reassure me that I am his son: I think The struggle I am having involved the flesh and its reliance on feelings to determine what is "assurred". Lord, I want to have assurance by remembering your promises, but I struggle cause I can't see you and having you tell me you love me though you do because you remind me through the book of John about your awesome sacrifice for a puny thing like me. This doubtful thoughts that scare me; Lord rid them for me. My flesh is too weak. Lord, offer me comfort through the Holy Spirit. Help me to rely on promises, not feelings. With God, I will overcome. Lord, give me a true child-like faith. I love you, Help me to show my devotion to you today.
Day Five: John 13:1-20 Jesus loves me so freaking much-He loves me with the "Full extend of his Love" We will be blessed if we wash one anothers feet (Does that mean we help rid of the dirt on one another?) "Do as I have done for you" Whoa, what a command. Jesus says that if we accept ppl Jesus sends, we accept Jesus; and if we accept jesus, we accept God. How do we treat those under us? Do we serve them like Jesus did? Jesus served the disciples. In turn, he wants us to serve God/each other serving all ppl to whom they took the message of salvation.
Everyday, not just a mission trip... ask yourself, Kester. Who you can serve TODAY. Follow through with humble service and it will please God.
"Jesus I love you and I want to say: Forever my love, forever my heart, forever my life is yours." Jesus I want you in everypart of my heart/life forever.
"Forever God is faithful, Forever God is Strong, Forever God is With Us" Encouraging. =)
Who am I to do it- "I will be with you" is God's reponse to us. Of course we can't do it! We already tried throughout our lives! We demonstrated that already. We need God's strength.
ITS NOT THE TOOL, ITS THE MASTER WHO USES THE TOOL. Whoa, that is totally mind blowing. God can use a tool like you and me in order to accomplish great miracles. God wants to use us today. Obedience is better than sacrifice- all we need to do is BE USED
In our weakness he is made strong. Live by faith alone/Lettin everything go/ Faith=Complete trust in God that he'll save.
This is the Time of Your LIFE.
Day Five Thoughts: I don't know if I completely let God use all of me as a tool for his glory. I hope I did today. When I welcomed Jesus into my heart, I fulfilled John 1:12. I received him and was spiritually reborn. All this doubting started when I thought of ways that I might lose my salvation, but they're aren't any! Jesus I love you!
"For they loved praise from men more than praise from God" (John 12:43) Is that me? Somtimes its easier to do earthly things and be praised, rather than not doing those, but God's work in order to praise the father of the most high.
Day Six: John 13:21-38 Lord, I never want to let go of my faith in you because you are the one who loves me. To love others isn't new, but to love others as MUCH AS CHRIST LOVED others was revoltionary. We can witness and save unbelievers by showing this Christ-like love (34-35)
(38) "Will you really lay down your life for me?" Paul wants us not to think of ourselves more highly than we ought (Roman 3:2-3) Instead of bragging, demonstrate your commitment step by step as you grow in your knowledge of God's word and in your faith.
14:13 Though unseen our eternal life is secure, as secure as our trust in Jesus. Are you willing to believe? Put Full trust in Him.
Let us not say "I won't fall or lose after a spiritual high" Because we may be like the apostle Peter.
And that's all I have written in my Journal booklet. Something was different about this trip. I'm beginning to think that the "high" I used to feel.. Is due to the fact that I do not spend time with God, and when I finally do, we feel close to him.. But now that Dchang and I have been doing devotions for 5 weeks now, the steady growth made this week a bit more like a slow growth as well. Still, I learned alot and I hope some of it may encourage those who read this. God bless!
-Kester
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[08 Aug 2004|07:36am] |
Haha, Hey guys and gals! Yeps, I'm back from Mexico! Sorry about not posting anything in here when I got back =x Ugh, got really sick yesterday (Saturday) so I didn't really have the energy to copy my notebook journal into this one rAwr I hope I didnt' get west nile or some form of malaria cause I've been bitten by quite a few mosquitos (George, I guess I overlooked some areas of my arm or something)...well anyhoo, I'll try to type up everything after church or something and update.
Anyways, Mexico Outreach this year was pretty awesome. Haha, our team bonded relatively well (well maybe not the T's), but yeah, everyone did indeed work together for His glory. I really want to thank those who prayed for our team during this week! We had an awesome time getting close to God while being able to serve His people wholeheartedly =)
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[30 Jul 2004|11:25pm] |
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This is my last post for about a week. Tomorrow (Saturday) I'll be leaving for my short-term mission trip down to Mexico. Hopefully I'll get to journal everything down and share with you guys when I come back next friday! =)
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[30 Jul 2004|11:59am] |
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Majesty.
Wonderful.
Holy Lord.
Emmanuel
Prince of peace.
Righteous one.
Sacrifice.
Crowned as King.
Chorus:
Father I adore You
I live each day for you
Jesus I love you
I give my life to you
Help me to make these words true in my daily life.
Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes
in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will
never die. Do you believe this?" "Yes, Lord," she told him,
"I believe you are the Christ, the Son of God, who was to come into the
world." John 11:25-27
=) Awesome reminder that we should be people like Martha whom have a deep
faith in Him. I'm also reminded that we can have wonderful assurance and
certainty because "Because I live, you also will live"! He who is
life can surely restore life.
Also during devotions: "Then Thomas said to the rest of the disciples,
"Let us also go, that we may die with him." (11:16)
Whoa! This is comming from Thomas the "doubter". Here he demonstrates
love and courage in following Jesus. The Jews were ready to arrest Jesus and his
followers and so the majority of the disciples were afraid to go back and tried
to convince Jesus to visit Lazarus later. However, Thomas spoke up and told all
the other disciples that they should go with Jesus, even if it means death. We
too should be willing to consider the high cost of being Jesus' disciple and
follow him completely!
Have a great friday, guys!
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[29 Jul 2004|12:57pm] |
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o_O I think being physically tired is really causing me to slide. More sleep after all the house repairs are finished. =)
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Before posting in this journal, I wasn't quite sure if I really wanted to post devotional learnings publicly. The thing is, however, we should be like (or at least attempt to be) like the man born blind in John 9. Basically in this chapter, there were several responses to Jesus' work in their lives. 1) Complete denial (Pharisees) 2) Surprise (neighbors) 3) Belief in Christ but held in secrecy (Parents of the blind man) and 4)Shameless and growing faith (the blind man). Its interesting how people are so willing to talk about the run-of-the-mill average day cause its so widely accepted, yet are embarrassed to talk about Jesus or something (haha like me). Well, its also okay to post about what you learned during devotions! =) Just take this as an encouragement. Even though the blind man wasn't educated in theology or anything, he realized what He had done for him and caused him to become unashamed and willing to tell everyone what Christ has done in his life. Maybe we can do something like that.
So on Monday night, the decision was to pray for everyone at 10:30. I woke up around 9:00am, so I decided to go to Bally's and to do some cardio. After burning a few hundred Calories, I came home and Dchang and I had an awesome time. Yeah, I think its obvious that people usually come with a 'grocery list' mentality before Him and neglect to thank Him for the great and awesome things he has and is continually doing in our lives. So Dchang and I pretty much had to learn from scratch how to thank Him for everything that he's done for our fellowship/congregation. Haha it was an awesome experience cause time just flies when your talking with Him. Pretty much throughout the afternoon, I was trying to figure out how to clean up the flat part of the roof in order to apply sealant and a protective coating later. Took forever to get 10 years of dirt off of it o_O. Later on in the evening, we met up with Amy and "helped" her with Spanish (though I failed Spanish 2/3 x). Haha Amy and her mom are really nice! =) thanks for the food and pepsi haha. Then afterwards we met up with Peter, but unfortunately, the X-Box that would've allowed us to view movies was taken away by Thomas. Then Peter gave us fake cigarettes that were made out of chocolate or something, haha they were pretty good (so was the packaging material for the UPS box thing with salt). Oh well, we just talked and took Amy home. Back to Peter's place we bumped some KFSH haha. Had an awesome worship time. Haha, had to remind ourselves worship is a whole-day type of heart thing again =) Came home and did devotions on Chapter 9 like I said previously, so yeah. Looking forward to typing and putting up all the journal entries about John. Have a nice day!
New Day. Live it like it could be your last.
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[27 Jul 2004|12:06pm] |
Thanks Irene for the encouragement! Just right after that post, John 8 blew me away during devotions. In the world that believes in relativism, absolute truth seems elusive. However, I have found that truth; and it can set you free. =)
Later on today, Dchang and I are going to try to write and journal down everything since John 1. Whoa. Its going to be a huge task, but hopefully it'll become a great tool for sharing with others.
"If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." John 8:31-32
Are you a disciple? I want to be.
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[26 Jul 2004|09:30pm] |
Fish fest was awesome. Jars of Clay. Delirious. Steven Curtis Chapman and more. =)
Growing has slowed down a little bit.
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[25 Jul 2004|09:02am] |
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Awesome Saturday, Perhaps an even more awesome Sunday at the Fish Fest.
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[22 Jul 2004|10:04am] |
This entry is dedicated to my friend Dchang. All I can say is amazing. Profound. Impossible. Awesome. I can say I've seen countless changes in your life throughout the years I've known you, but the changes these past few weeks outshine and eclipse the past. Perhaps more than the past few weeks, this week alone has proven that you can do what you say. John 5. I had no idea you would get those lessons out of such a passage and it blows my mind at how calm and mature you handled everything so far. PTL. (Ineed that is so right, if we don't stop, then something worse will happen to us). Indeed, if we stop sinning in those areas, then he can regain control and help direct future relationships so that it is pleasing to him. That really struck me as a reminder of what I should stop doing and should start doing, thanks.
What I really admire about you is your desire to continue listening to him and talk to him, especially under these circumstances. Perhaps what's more important, our newfound reliance on him has proven to be the calm in the storm, John 6.
Though we may feel like boats tossed around in 100ft waves,
Let us wait in solitude for Him. Just like in John 6|Matthew 14.
Save us. Everyday.
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[21 Jul 2004|10:22am] |
Too often do I take relationships for granted. Its odd how people in countries with lower standards of living, usually have relationships that are lasting and valued. Perhaps its this 'fast food' mentality that we Americans have which hinder or hurt the relationships we hold.
Well yeah, I really want to thank those who are always (mostly) there.
I won't list names because it'll take away the meaning.
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[20 Jul 2004|11:45pm] |
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How profound, everything that I told people were messages that were meant for me to understand and apply to my life as well.
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[19 Jul 2004|09:24am] |
Well, I've completed roughly 180 Hours for my Internship, so I decided to take a three week break before going back and working some more. Anyhow, since I'm finally able to use the computer for an extended amount of time, I think I should try to list some of the current happenings. There are alot of personal experiences that I've had the past two weeks as well, but I'm not sure when or if they'll be available online (if you're interested, then please email me at pookeyster@gmail.com)
Currently, I'm re-reading 1st John to get a better grasp and absorb the stuff thats in it, certainly overwhelming. The assurance of salvation has always been an 'on and off' feeling. However, I was once again reminded that we shouldn't rely on feelings, but on facts and God's promises. Like Peter said, around noon, I feel like I'm going to die and end my life..During the daily devotions with Dchang, we're going through John to establish a firm foundation in what we believe in order to continue growing outward. The most challenging thing so far would probably be sharing with "intellectuals" or "atheists". I suppose most of the difficulty arises because as Christians, theres basically two ends of the spectrum that we utilize in witnessing to them. The first would probably be 'just praying for them' and nothing more. Which is good, but iono, faith without action is dead? The other end would be to reason them into our faith, which is bound to fail (At FRCC, one speaker said that if you can be reasoned into a religion, you can just as easily be reasoned out)
Taste the Better Wine, people. I've learned that we shouldn't engage ourselves in trying to satisfy ourselves with the things this world offers. Yes, reach out and get the best wine, now.
As an encouragement to those who are struggling to hold on, remember what we learned? Life is but an instant compared to eternity! Remember the reason for waking up each morning. Certainly not to do your daily routine, grow up, get a job, get a family, and die. For his Glory. Perhaps most importantly, remember the one who can genuinely offer you true love, something humans are incapable of giving.
I thought I would write alot more, but I'll just write on a want-to-know basis =)
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[18 Jul 2004|11:09pm] |
Thanks Amy for letting me share about some stuff =) ur a great listener..haha you 'drove' pretty well today too! If you need anything, always feel free to contact me.. Haha yeah, I say that to alot of people, but I actually mean it x)
Today's sermon on 'Spritual Maturity' was incredible. Today's Sunday school bible study on 1st John, was the answer to some of my deepest curiosities. Ah, I must decrease, and the He must increase.
Lately, I've been struggling and feeling a bit lonely.. Thanks to the brothers and sisters who have been willing to fellowship with my lately!
Well, theres alot of stuff I'm just going to write in my paper journal so yeah.. I'll post them once I get a chance to get it all down =)
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[16 Jul 2004|07:10am] |
Sry guys, really didn't get a chance to post about what's happening in regards to the 180 degree turn around. My sharing about FRCC is like 5% of the things I really want to share about. Haha, yeah.. seems like a lot, but the two weeks I've been back in LA, I've had mountaintop after mountaintop experience. Yeah, I know that for alot of people, right after one mountaintop, we slide down into a valley. Somehow, however, because of daily surrender, each time I climb one mountain, another one appears ahead of me to climb. Interesting, huh? I still stumble, but because I know the paradox of Jesus loving sinners but hating sin, I no longer condemn myself to the point at which I no longer approach him about anything. If I slide down, he's there to catch me.. I just need to put my full trust in him.
Life is indeed an adventure now.. New things to learn, explore, gain experience from, and to grow.
I'll try to write down everything I wanted say in the FRCC entry in this journal, but it'll take quite a while and I'm not sure if I can sit here and keep typing up two weeks of experiences.. haah but, I'll do it cause I need reminders of his active participation in my daily life.
I need to learn not to talk, but to listen more.
Today on Friday, July 16...Not my will, but his. =)
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[14 Jul 2004|05:34pm] |
Kevin, in case you didn't read my comment on your xanga... Here goes:
Sry Kev, I wasn't able to really say anything meaningful in response to you during the past two days until this morning..when my bible was flipped randomly to the first chapter of Job. I understand that you want to think things out for yourself after all these events, so I'm asking you to also read the entire book of Job before you come to any conclusions. To get a feel for what this book is all about, I'll give you the purpose and key verse of this section...Perhaps you might be able to relate to it.
Purpose: To demonstrate God's sovereignty and the meaning of true faith. It addresses the question, "Why do the righteous suffer?"
Key Verse: "Then the LORD said to Satan, 'Have you considered my servant Job? There is no one on earth like him; he is blameless and upright, a man who fears God and shuns evil. And he still maintains his integrity, though you incited me against him to ruin him without any reason' " (2:3)
After reading it, feel free to discuss it with me (hit me up on my cell if its easier). The majority of what Dchang and I wanted to discuss with you are already written by your friend, Boba_BBy2 so I won't repeat it here.
A friend, Kester
Kevin, theres alot of stuff in your entry that I want to answer for you.. but it'll only sound like I'm attacking what you now believe in. Perhaps when your ready we can discuss what some things really mean, and what other things are simply a mystery because of his sovereignty.
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