It's been at least 2 weeks since I have last posted. So, here we go.....
Last blog, our family was gonna go to family counseling. We tried one night of counseling (where the whole family went, but only Bill and I spoke with Pastor Jackie and his wife for 2 hrs. or so) and haven't made a commitment to continue. Pastor Jackie had some amazing things to say, we just got so busy and haven't even had one free week night. I'm thinking we will start back in January.
On another note, lots of other things going on with Genesis Church, of which I am heavily involved. We have an ongoing drama that started last Sunday (yep, I'm in it) and will continue every Sunday until Christmas Eve. I have been feeling the acting bug starting to gnaw its way into my brain, so this drama came at the perfect moment.
Also, Pastor Chris has challenged all of the staff to read The Gospels in the New Testament. I can honestly say that, sad as it sounds, I have not been able to make time (and believe me, there would be time if I would make time) to read. Three chapters a day and I can't even make time to do that. The problem is is that I know that I could just sit down and read the chapters, but I want to make sure I retain it, and learn something from it. Therefore, I do not read....uuuggghhhh. I WILL do better! I have to!!! I mean, what is a relationship with Jesus Christ if I am not cultivating that relationship? Yes, I am still a Christian, and I still know that I am saved, but how will I know my creator--what he wants from me, what my purpose is according to his word? These are things that are important to me! How important? I thought it was the reason I live.....Well, maybe not. I'm not making my time with him a priority--one thing I tell my husband is vital in making our relationship work. Maybe that's why I have such a stinking bad attitude these days.
So today, I vow to make time for my first love, Jesus Christ! Who is willing to take this journey with me? Well, I know some of the staff of Genesis Church are, but who else???? Looking to hear from you soon!!!
I will! :) I struggle making myself read the Bible also. I have time, but I just don't do it. (I have issues with my brain). Anyways, It is good that you acknowledge that you need to read the Bible to be closer to Jesus. I agree. Reading the Bible is very important to having a relationship with Him, but if your mind is somewhere else and you are worried about "Will I be able to read 3 chapters today?", your heart probably won't be in it and that's not what He wants. He wants to speak to us. Before I read my Bible, I pray and ask God to close my mind to everything that's going on around me and to clear my head. I ask Him to open my heart and to help me understand what He is trying to tell me through His Word. Good luck and I will be praying for your marriage and your family! The more you put God first and live what the Bible tells you, the better your marriage and your family will be. Please pray for my marriage also. I'm having a hard time, as well. Don't give up!!! I love you!
ReplyDeleteThanks Lorissa. I just realized that you commented. I don't get on here everyday, so I just got your comment. I will be praying for you and your husband and appreciate all of the prayer for my marriage, as well. BTW, I find you and Jason hilarious and want you two in my life group. You guys game???
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