Summer is quickly drawing to a close as I do my best to savor my last week of freedom. I have enjoyed my summer so much but it is time to return to work. While I finish up my last week off, Eric is working hard on his school work and attending another class. I'm so proud of Eric! I really wanted to make him a nice meal to enjoy tonight after a long day in class, and this time the results were much better than the "kitchen disaster". I made Eric Bruschetta 'n Cheese-Stuffed Chicken Breasts served with vegies, followed by chocolate covered strawberries for dessert. This is a must-try recipe. Eric is a picky eater and he really liked it. All the credit goes to kraftfoods.com! Here's the link to the recipe and the video demonstration: http://www.kraftfoods.com/kf/recipes/bruschetta-n-cheese-stuffed-
chicken-90708.aspx. Enjoy!
Monday, August 11, 2008
Friday, August 8, 2008
An Outpouring of Power
Are you looking for a really inspiring story to read? I came across one today. This week I have been reading verses throughout Scripture with the word directed in them. One of the verses for today was Acts 10:22. That one verse led me to read Acts 10 and 11. I highly encourage you to read those two chapters. I've read over them before, but as God's Word always does it taught me something new and different today. Here's a summary of the story:
God spoke through a vision to a centurion named Cornelius who believed in God. This vision gave Cornelius direction about someone to help his people - Peter. Cornelius took heed to God's instruction and sent some men to go bring Peter back to Caesarea. While the men were journeying to see Peter, Peter had a vision about meat that was once unclean being made clean. Verse 10:28 reveals the meaning to this vision: Peter should not call any man unholy or unclean. This vision was part of God preparing Peter to speak to people the Jews said were unclean, the gentiles. When the time arrived for God to use Peter in Caesarea, God told him so and sent the messengers for Peter to lead him there. The messengers explained that Cornelius was directed by God to hear a message from Peter. Peter went to Caesarea. When Peter arrived at the place God had called him to, Peter was obedient and available to share the gospel and God gave Him the words to speak. Peter shared a simple gospel presentation with a crowd of gentiles and they received the Holy Spirit. This led to their baptisms, and people began to share Christ with other gentiles. They realized that Christ is for everyone, not just the Jews. Some people went to Antioch and established a church there. That is also when "Christians" was first used.
As a result of people being so obedient and available, people were saved, churches were established, and a barrier was broken. This is an amazing story of the Lord displaying His grace to the gentiles, providing divine direction to His people, bringing about opportunities through obedience, and showing His powerful hand in everything!
God spoke through a vision to a centurion named Cornelius who believed in God. This vision gave Cornelius direction about someone to help his people - Peter. Cornelius took heed to God's instruction and sent some men to go bring Peter back to Caesarea. While the men were journeying to see Peter, Peter had a vision about meat that was once unclean being made clean. Verse 10:28 reveals the meaning to this vision: Peter should not call any man unholy or unclean. This vision was part of God preparing Peter to speak to people the Jews said were unclean, the gentiles. When the time arrived for God to use Peter in Caesarea, God told him so and sent the messengers for Peter to lead him there. The messengers explained that Cornelius was directed by God to hear a message from Peter. Peter went to Caesarea. When Peter arrived at the place God had called him to, Peter was obedient and available to share the gospel and God gave Him the words to speak. Peter shared a simple gospel presentation with a crowd of gentiles and they received the Holy Spirit. This led to their baptisms, and people began to share Christ with other gentiles. They realized that Christ is for everyone, not just the Jews. Some people went to Antioch and established a church there. That is also when "Christians" was first used.
As a result of people being so obedient and available, people were saved, churches were established, and a barrier was broken. This is an amazing story of the Lord displaying His grace to the gentiles, providing divine direction to His people, bringing about opportunities through obedience, and showing His powerful hand in everything!
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
The Beautiful Beach
This past weekend Eric and I were blessed by some special friends to spend several days at Oak Island. It was nice to get away, even though Eric got FRIED! The beach was absolutely beautiful. We had the opportunity to sit at the pier, enjoy the breeze, watch the waves, and admire in awe God's amazing creation.
Sunday, August 3, 2008
GOD has a Plan!!!!!
As you know the past month has been a time of praying for God's will regarding a ministry position in TN. As of Friday, God has closed this opportunity for ministry. We know that God has a plan for us and we continue to seek His will for our lives.
Since this door has been shut, we have been praying and reflecting on the truths of God's Word. One passage has really been an encouragement and reminder to Erin and I during this time, Proverbs 3:5-6:
This is a reminder that God has a plan and we must trust in the Lord, even in difficult times. We know that we must continue to seek Him and He will guide us in His perfect timing. Thanks for all of your support and prayers.
Since this door has been shut, we have been praying and reflecting on the truths of God's Word. One passage has really been an encouragement and reminder to Erin and I during this time, Proverbs 3:5-6:
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your
ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight."
This is a reminder that God has a plan and we must trust in the Lord, even in difficult times. We know that we must continue to seek Him and He will guide us in His perfect timing. Thanks for all of your support and prayers.
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