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Christian??
Have you ever thought about what you are doing with your life? How you are living every moment? Do you think about the people watching you? Do you even care? Is it all about me and how I feel?? Are Christians raising the banner of Christ high or are we smashing His work on the cross to a mere religion that no one else wants to follow?
I got a really neat job this summer, but I must say it has opened my eyes to one major flaw with Christianity. We far too often lose our witness to unsaved people because we do stupid things. I work with the coolest people, but half of them aren’t Christians. Mind you they are some of the awesomest people I know and it saddens me to know they aren’t going to spend eternity in Heaven (At least not at this point), but honestly I don’t blame them. The only Christian’s they have been exposed to besides my mom and I have been rude, have ruined marriages, live lives of selfish indulgence, and are far worse people then they are. Why in the world would they want to be a Christian?
I am not perfect by any sense of the word, but it has given me so much motivation to be on my toes and make sure I am always being kind and watching what I say and do–you seriously never know who’s watching you and who might not become a Christian because of something you do. And it kills me that my ability to witness to them has been reduced to zero because other “Christians” who have come before me and burned the bridge. Maybe it’s the receptionist on the phone or the waiter at dinner or the guy at the checkout line in the grocery store..your five minutes of interaction could be enough to deter them from Christ. Or maybe it’s your decision to drink, cuss, smoke, have sex, live like you want..do you give others a second thought? Or are you too consumed in your Christian liberty and your time schedule that you have to be rude, cater to your needs, and do what you want. Even if that means abandoning biblical principles.
So think about it..Christ commanded us to go out into all the world and make disciples. (Matt 28) Are we doing that? Or are we squandering our mission to satisfy our sinful desires and selfish tendencies? I am going to work on this as I continue to reach out to the people I work with and in the fall my college campus–will you?
Just a thought..
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Never Never Land
That’s where I want to go! I hate this idea of growing up and becoming a responsible adult. I want to stay a highschooler. I want to be able to mess up and blame it on my immaturity. I want to stay out till 2 in the morning and sleep in late. As much as I was looking forward to graduation-this has been a trying summer already. I got two jobs that forced me to grow up fast and become responsible. And honestly, I hate it. I have had to give up so many trips and times with friends cuz I had to work or I had to be in bed early. So I decided today admist a bunch of screaming kids that I wanted to go to never never land. I don’t want to grow up..not yet..I am not ready to be responsible..
But alas, I must grow up. I can’t not be responsible–so I will just write about it on here and then go back to life being a “responsible adult” that I was instantly turned into when I graduated.
Somebody save me..
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My Beloved History Teacher
Miss Syr is getting married!!!!!!!!!!! Yep–she is finally getting hitched..to one totally cool guy! I am soooo excited!! Her ring is so pretty!!
But..as excited as I am for her, in 6 months she will no longer be Miss Syr..she will be Mrs. Cole and married..a weird thought.
But Miss Syr–I LOVE YOU!! and I am so excited!!
She’s getting married!!!!!!!!!!!
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Micah
Tomorrow my really good friend Micah is shipping out to the Navy in hopes of someday becoming a Navy SEAL. And I decided I hate it when people leave–this has happened a lot in my life in the past two years and I know it is only an indication of what is to come, but that doesn’t take away the sting. As I sit here, my mind is flooded with memories and I can’t help but wonder when I will see him again. I know in everything God has a plan and I know that there is nothing Micah would rather be doing. He’s ready to go and I am truly happy for him. I hope that he does accomplish his dream of becoming a Navy SEAL and I hope I do see him again in this life.
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God’s Will
For once in my life I think I have figured out what God’s will is for me..I truly believe He wants me at USI. He’s opened so many doors, and provided so many opportunities as well as given me a peace about I haven’t know in a long time..so why am I still wondering and dreading it? Why am I not jumping up and down for joy and praising God for His goodness and faithfulness? Why am I scared to call my roommate? Why do I dread the thought of making new friends and leaving my current ones?
Because I am scared and selfish. I don’t want to make new friends, I don’t want to leave my bubble, I don’t want to think about life without Adam. But is that what God wants-no!! I know He has great and amazing plans in store for me if I will let Him have total control of my life. Even if that means going to Evansville. Perhaps my friends here will forget me and perhaps I will be homesick and have trouble making friends or fitting in–but in light of eternity does any of that matter? I have to be honest and say no–what matters is my minstry and where I can be most effective..and for me that is Evansville. I will keep in touch with my friends..and I will make new ones. And if Adam and I are meant to be then 4 hours won’t be a big deal. God works all things out to the good of His children and I just need to learn to trust in Him.
So I will enjoy the summer with my friends here and in Aug. move down south with an excited and expectant attitude. I honestly can’t wait to see what God has in store for me!! Will it be hard? You bet..but what doesn’t kill us makes us stronger.:)
Just a thought..
Amanda
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God is AWESOME!!
God is AWESOME! He really is..and I have learned that lately in the oddest ways.
One being my awesome summer jobs! I work several mornings and Friday’s at a Chiropractor’s office and I love it! It’s all hands on work which is awesome and I work with the best people. Then I spend every afternoon with a bunch of disobedient kids at day camp. But as awful as they are sometimes, I love the job. I could write a book on all the experiences, but I will do that later. Plus Miss Amanda and Miss Smith are awesome co workers!
Another way is through a dream that I am finally getting to put into reality. I took ballet for 7 years when I was little and loved it. And ever since then I have had this desire to get back into it, not anything major-just a class or so a week to give me something to do. Well, I got a job this summer working at the office my mom works at and one of the ladies I work with takes a bunch of different ballet classes so she invited me to come with her to one today. It’s a bit of a drive to get there, but I had a blast!! It was neat how it all came together and was at a time I didn’t have to work and the right price, so I decided since I am working like 35 some hours a week, the least I could do is take a ballet class for the summer.
Then today one of my day camper’s dad came up to me and told me they had a bunch of stuff for me for college. He graduated from the college I am going to and worked down there for awhile so he knows the city well and still has family down there. He is going to get me more when he goes back and said as soon as I get down there I can call him if I have any questions about anything! It’s so cool how God works out things-He keeps putting people into my path that put confidence in my mind that I made the right decision!
All in all, summer is going great!! I am loving life, enjoying my jobs, hanging out with my friends and seeing God work in amazing ways!!
Amanda
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Laughing to crying…all in a breath
This has been the story of my life since summer started. I seriously go from laughing to crying in a matter of moments. I have never been a super emotional person, but as soon as I graduated I turned into one and I don’t like it. Everything in life has an upside and a downside..and I am for the first time in life struggling with looking at the downside. Instead of enjoying time with friends, I am thinking of how soon I will be leaving. Instead of being thankful for my parents, I complain..and the list goes on and on. But I must say I have two of the best jobs ever and I have the best friends and the best boyfriend so you could say life is great. Why then do I spend life in this constant state of being on the verge of tears?! I am sure it has to do with my lack of prayer and time spent in God’s Word..but I am going to remedy that situation. I hope all your summers are going well…
I am struggling with what to write..life is so up and down and crazy..but when I do come up with something I will be back! Thanks for reading.
Just some thoughts..
Amanda -
I found this on Amanda’s blog
The Keys to Your Heart
You are attracted to obedience and warmth. In love, you feel the most alive when things are straight-forward, and you’re told that you’re loved. You’d like to your lover to think you are stylish and alluring. You would be forced to break up with someone who was emotional, moody, and difficult to please. Your ideal relationship is lasting. You want a relationship that looks to the future… one you can grow with. Your risk of cheating is zero. You care about society and morality. You would never break a commitment. You think of marriage as something precious. You’ll treasure marriage and treat it as sacred. In this moment, you think of love as something you thirst for. You’ll do anything for love, but you won’t fall for it easily. What Are The Keys To Your Heart? -
Summer
Summer vacation is finally here!! And I don’t have highschool to look forward to at the end of it! However, all I have been doing is working all the time–I worked 9 hours the other day..crazy!! But it’s been fun..I will write more when I feel inspired..right now I just miss my friends..
just a thought..
amanda