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| [Tana]. Child of God. Teacher. Youth leader. Music-minded. Blessed.
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[Jesus]. My Family. My Church. P & W. Mission Trips. Music. Prayer. Traveling. Writing. Drama. Sunshine. Languages. Photography. Badminton. Nature. Snail Mail. Fruit. Green. Simplicity. Listening.
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| 28 June 2005 |
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yesterday was actually quite neat. after supervision (of the grade 4s this time, who were surprisingly muted!), i went to hardisty to attend esther's awards ceremony, and was able to get a glimpse at the LOGOS program in operation within a school other than the one i'm always at. then, it was off to my first shift at work. i prepared myself for the most draining experience, but with the exception of a severe bleeding nose, the kids were manageable...though it gives me increased respect for parents of young children - they truly need eyes on all parts of their head to see what's going on!! and i got a cuddle from this one little boy not even in my own group...aww...
thanks, miracle, for that definition of compassion.
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posted by simplejoys @ 08:50
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| 27 June 2005 |
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all the hectic schedules and multiple commitments from the past year can't compare to what's ahead this week. i'm thankful God has provided me with such a good summer job, and know from this, i must learn how Jesus had compassion on ALL the children. but i anticipate much challenge and need to make sure i don't stress myself out or overwork. please pray for me!
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posted by simplejoys @ 09:19
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| 23 June 2005 |
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"it will never happen to me..."
i have long abandoned that thought, especially as the years pass and i realize you can't only acknowledge or assimilate the good while neglecting the dark and scary. anyway, something happened to a friend recently that i never thought possible, and i'm thankful for His protection through it all. i wish i could do more than pray, but until i know more, i can't.
this incident brings to mind a song whose lyrics i used to ponder immensely:
live every moment as though it was your last
before the thief of always steals tomorrow from your past
before the chance to know His love has somehow passed you by
let your heart reach out right here, right now, for the Lord to touch your life
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posted by simplejoys @ 16:43
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| 14 June 2005 |
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have been much too busy recently to sit down and blog thoroughly. the days seem a whirlwind, as they fly by, and while leaving me somewhat overwhelmed, i can see Him guiding me through it all.
numerous reasons to give thanks recently:
lovely, meaningful wedding celebration for a beautiful couple
opportunity to share God's Word
completed submission of all documents for summer mission trip
connecting with friends and family at deeper level than before
God's grace and joy being more than sufficient for each day
and to four beautiful sisters who seem far away but very close in my heart - may the Lord grant us even more occasion to connect and share!
anna j. - i'm so proud of you for excelling in and graduating from middle school! may His wisdom inspire you to shine even brighter as you move on at MAK and have even more exciting experiences!
christine - our chats have been sparse lately, but you remain in my prayers. trust that each challenge He places before you has its purpose, and i pray that He'll give you His eyes and ears to face it all with integrity and truth. seek His best!
gloria w. - sister, you are forever an inspiration and a reminder of how the Lord blesses those who love Him. may the coming year bring further joy as you patiently wait for that special day.
lisa - to see the tremendous growth you've made since calling Him your Savior is amazing. and i rejoice with you in a secure future. remember to always intentionally choose to move forward in the light!
as we delight in the Lord, may His heart be ours.
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posted by simplejoys @ 13:26
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| 06 June 2005 |
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i love missions and i love missionaries. our group had the privilege of fellowshipping with two guys from oklahoma yesterday. it's always neat to hear stories from students about why they go on mission, their experiences and heart for the Lord. makes me even more eager to meet my team in zurich in just a few weeks, despite the fact that so much seems ambiguous at the moment.
clearly i'm not meant to teach at QA, at least for this coming year. it's a bit of a letdown, but perhaps an affirmation that seminary study is the plan for the fall.
really hooked on this song:
With all I'm holding inside, with all my hopes and desires
And all the dreams that I've dreamt
With all I'm hoping to be and all that this world will bring
And nothing else will compare
You say You want all of me, I wouldn't have it any other way
I've got a Savior and He's living in me...WHOA!
I wanna know, I wanna know You today
'Cause You're the best thing that has happened to me
And the world will never take, the world will never take You away
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posted by simplejoys @ 09:16
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