I CAN ONLY IMAGINE
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Posted:Nov 21, 2005 9:24 am
Last Updated:Nov 8, 2006 9:18 am 9421 Views
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As I was walking the that I am babysitting around the lake this morning, I found myself singing this song. The words ring through me as I wait.
"I can only imagine what it will be like, when I walk by Your side...
I can only imagine, what my eyes will see, when Your Face is before me!
I can only imagine. I can only imagine.
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! I can only imagine!
I can only imagine, when that day comes, when I find myself standing in the !
I can only imagine, when all I will do, is forever, forever worship You!
I can only imagine! I can only imagine!
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!! Only imagine!!!
I can only imagine.
I can only imagine, when all I do is forever, forever worship You!
I can only imagine."
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Copyright: ©1999 MercyMe
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Posted:Nov 20, 2005 8:18 am
Last Updated:Dec 10, 2009 8:08 pm 10325 Views
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In this blog I would like to give my thoughts on dating verses courting and the importance of friendship first.
Let's skip the dating part. I feel that the dating game is a very dangerous game to play. When someone dates another person many times we unintentionally enjoy the privileges of marriage which includes heavy kissing, by the way. (You know what I am speaking of and the dangers of physical chemistry) It encourages a romantic progression before people are ready to follow through and commit to marriage. Many fall. Dating often leads to infatuation and fantasy which is not true Godly love. The end result in dating often leads to disposing of the person which results in hurt, pain and broken hearts. Count how many dates you have been on in your lifetime? Count how many times you knew the chemistry was there? How did you know? See what I mean.
It tends to skip the friendship stage of a relationship. I have developed some wonderful friends over the years and I would have never considered marrying them when I first met them. Today, they would be some of the most likely candidates. The romantic interludes never existed. I consider this respect. A very important ingredient to a happy committed marriage.
Friendship should be cultivated, sharing, laughing, enjoying each others joys and each others sorrows. Sharing secrets, being there when the other needs them. Suggested time period is one year minimum.
Once a person has truly become your friend then there needs to be an honest commitment to work together towards marriage through courtship if both agree that this is the intention and goal.
In the courtship stage we should be really digging deep to learn as much about the person as you can, including how parents feel about the relationship, how feel about the relationship, how we like to be touched, whether we like our hair stroked, our necks touched, kiss as much as you want, nurture, snuggle like spoons, what turns us on, what turns us off, how we like our foods prepared, how clean do we expect a house to be, who will pay the bills, who will do daily devotional and when, who will work, who will do the various activities to assure a Christ centered relationship.
After all don't we want to honor our VOWS this time around? Right!!!!! It will establish a foundation that will be strong enough to endure time. Let's face it, we live in a complex world and this seemly is trivial stuff but sampling the fruits prior to marriage while dating is like disposable diapers. If you find yourself wanting the perfect relationship lets consider friendship first.
Would God approve of a typical jargon found in todays society including: Date night, Lets hook up, Friends with benefits or how about different colored rubber bracelets (which seem to be the fad today with college )each color designating how far you will go?
I welcome your comments.
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TEN SIGNS OF AN UNGODLY RELATIONSHIP
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Posted:Nov 20, 2005 8:16 am
Last Updated:Nov 8, 2006 9:21 am 10512 Views
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1. ONE THAT PUSHES FOR QUICK INVOLVEMENT: A person that comes on strong claiming, "I've never felt loved like this by anyone." An exclusive commitment is requested almost immediately.
2. UNREALISTIC EXPECTATIONS: A person who expects you to be the perfect mate and meet his or her every need.
3. ISOLATION: A person who tries to cut you off from friends. They may deprive you of a phone or car, or try to prevent you from holding a job.
4. BLAMES OTHERS FOR PROBLEMS: A person who says it's always someone else's fault if something goes wrong.
5. MAKES OTHERS RESPONSIBLE FOR HIS OR HER FEELINGS: A person who says "You make me angry" instead of "I am angry."
6. VERBAL CRITICISM: A person who degrades, curses, calls you ugly names.
7. SUDDEN MOOD SWINGS: A person who switches from sweet to violent in minutes.
8. THREATS OF VIOLENCE: A person that says things like, "I'll kill you" and then dismisses it with "I really didn't mean it."
9. PAST BATTERING: A person who admits to hitting a person in the past, but says the person caused them to do it.
10. JEALOUSY: A person who calls constantly three or more times a day to see what you are doing, visits your home unexpectedly or checks the mileage on your car.
Fellow friends...If you are in a relationship and can relate to even one of the above please seek appropriate Christian counseling from someone you trust.
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WHAT IS THE KINGDOM OF GOD LIKE? A MUSTARD SEED
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Posted:Nov 18, 2005 4:43 pm
Last Updated:Aug 1, 2008 10:48 pm 9532 Views
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Your post reminded me of the mustard seed scripture.
"What is the kingdom of God like? And to what should I compare it? It is like a mustard seed that someone took and sowed in the garden; it grew and became a tree, and the birds of the air made nests in its branches." Luke 13:18-19 NRSV
Many thought that the Messiah would come as a great ruler or king, but Jesus wanted his kingdom to be quiet, somewhat invisible. Kind of like a mustard seed. (tiny) When cultivated this tiny seed grows into a hughe tree. His desires were that all people would eventually know of his love. Jesus word would spread quietly through out all of the world until everyone knew of him and he knew that his message would multiply. I love the Jesus character qualities here...a quiet soul. You see, everyone can particpate, even if it's handing out mustard seeds even if you are quiet and timid, like me.
I am a spreader of seeds myself. In the childrens ministries, after having them discuss this verse. I have asked the to place the mustard seed in their pockets and challenged them to keep it for a week. Guess what? they bring them back in their pockets. They can loose their helmets, loose their cell phones, loose their bibles but that tiny mustard seed is in their pockets. I still can't figure out how? Only God--could do this. Perhaps, if they would get washed, they might sprout faster. What do you think?
When I go to the gettos of St Petersberg, I hand them out and God takes over. I don't preach. I teach of his love.
The mustard seed serves as a reminder of his unfailing love and to never give up even though the you can't see past the horizon. Sometimes when we are at the depths of despair, pain and fatigue, that is when the touch of the Master's hand is so palpable. When we have reached the extent of ourselves and we feel there is no more energy left. When we have doubt about our decisions in life. When we fail. When we become so overwelmed with lifes complexities. When the cat knocks over the Christmas Tree. When your throws a shoe and it breaks something. When your cry because their dad is not there. When someone hurts us. When we haven't met Mr. right yet. When we don't have money to provide. He is there for us always and guides us thru it with his loving hand if we would only have complete trust. I am guilty too.
God Bless Everyone here tonight!
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GREAT TRUTHS ABOUT GROWING OLD
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Posted:Nov 17, 2005 4:52 pm
Last Updated:Nov 20, 2006 6:28 pm 9470 Views
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1) Growing up is mandatory; growing old is optional.
2) Forget the health food. I need all the preservatives I can get.
3) When you fall down, you wonder what else you can do while you're down there.
4) You're getting old when you get the same sensation from a rocking chair
that you once got from a roller coaster.
5) It's frustrating when you know all the answers but nobody bothers to ask you the questions.
6) Time may be a great healer, but it's a lousy beautician.
7) Wisdom comes with age, but sometimes age comes alone.
indescribeable
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GREAT TRUTHS THAT LITTLE HAVE LEARNED
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Posted:Nov 17, 2005 4:46 pm
Last Updated:Nov 23, 2007 10:32 am 9396 Views
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1) No matter how hard you try, you can't baptize cats.
2) When your Mom is mad at your Dad, don't let her brush your hair.
3) If your sister hits you, don't hit her back. They always catch the second person.
4) Never ask your 3-year old brother to hold a tomato.
5) You can't trust dogs to watch your food.
6) Don't sneeze when someone is cutting your hair.
7) Never hold a Dust-Buster and a cat at the same time.
 You can't hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk.
9) Don't wear polka-dot underwear under white shorts.
10) The best place to be when you're sad is Grandpa's lap.
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