Monday nights is the FMO (For Men Only) gathering and we start a new study next week called "the accountable man." Last night we hosted a praise, worship and prayers night. Though the numbers were small, 80-100 men, it was powerfully moving, touching the men right in their hearts (me too of course).
The book we will be studying from, the same book we base our saturday morning men's group, exhorts me to find a small group of others who will help carry their burdens, men they can be accountable to in the areas that they fall short.
We have been praying for this concept to be encouraged at our church because we have seen our lives transformed and our faith deepened because of such accountability and transparency. What a blessing. Our foundation verse for the group:
Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.
This practice has been foundational in getting to a point of forgiveness and to getting me through the roughest times, having brothers who know me intimately, brothers who I can count on to pray for me as I enter into difficult scenarios, brothers who will pick me up and help dust me off when I fall, brothers who will carry me and care for me until I am healed when I am deeply wounded.
I love my life!
Committed2Him- "C2H" All Things (Back from Spain!)...18
The Lakers- They are a young team playing without their starting center. In the past, teams had to lose in order to learn how to win. Boston had a good number of hungry veterans. They were clearly the better team.
The Lakers will be very hungry from the start next year. It is a good time to be a Laker fan. Hopefully Boston will be there again next year so we can return the favor.
(p.s. life long Dodger fan but still like the angels)
Lnf , naw, got over it pretty quickly. My brothers and I were texting during the game and when the loss was inevitable (like after tip off, LOL), we focused on our relationship with God and how good our lives are. Kobe doesn't give me any of his tens of millions and my daughter still loves me, so its all good.
I was not on the board earlier, but did get in my devotion time and that always blesses me. Reading through John again at chapter 10 which is about the Lord being the good shepherd and warnings about wolves etc. As I have been reading the last few chapters, the images of being in Jerusalem, at the temple mount and various surrounding areas brings to life the words of the bible.
I take for granted these things that I have done that came about as a result of X leaving but when I reflect on them, I am really thankful for where I am at this present time.
Quote:
Hopefully he's driving to work or something, not trying on summer dresses to show off his muscled calves
Something like that!
I say small gathering because we have 2,000-3,000 adults who attend our church. The small number does not surprise me and we do what we can to share with the other guys, as we meet them, what goes on on Monday nights. Little by little, more guys will see the light.
Committed2Him- "C2H" All Things (Back from Spain!)...18
As I have been reading the last few chapters, the images of being in Jerusalem, at the temple mount and various surrounding areas brings to life the words of the bible.
I take for granted these things that I have done that came about as a result of X leaving but when I reflect on them, I am really thankful for where I am at this present time.
WOW... I can only imagine the sense of awe and reverence that must totally engulf you when walking the same grounds that Jesus himself not only stood but taught his disciples and preached.
What a blessing you've experienced.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.
yep, mind blowing. I wanted to go to Israel for years, X never wanted to. After she moved out, my church announced they still had some opening for the upcoming trip so, 9 months after she left, I was in Israel. So many incredible experiences while there that it is hard to describe. I know I was particularly aware of thinking "Jesus walked through that door" when I was in Capernaum. The remains of a temple that was built on top of a temple stand today. At that site, they excavated part of the older temple below and we could see the door ways Jesus would have had to walk through.
Then they went into Capernaum, and immediately on the Sabbath He entered the synagogue and taught. And they were astonished at His teaching, for He taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes.
Now, as great as that all was, my closest encounters with the Lord have been times I realizing how awesome God is and how insignificant I am and yet, He wants to have a relationship with me. This humbles me beyond my ability to describe it. At times like that, all I can do is cry tears of joy in appreciation.
Just now, as I was about to respond to you, I was in a funk for a number of different reasons. As I complete this post, I am revitalized knowing just how much I am loved.
I will fight the traffic and get my kids to take them to church this evening and am expecting to be immensely blessed.
Committed2Him- "C2H" All Things (Back from Spain!)...18
yep, mind blowing. I wanted to go to Israel for years, X never wanted to. After she moved out, my church announced they still had some opening for the upcoming trip so, 9 months after she left, I was in Israel. So many incredible experiences while there that it is hard to describe. I know I was particularly aware of thinking "Jesus walked through that door" when I was in Capernaum. The remains of a temple that was built on top of a temple stand today. At that site, they excavated part of the older temple below and we could see the door ways Jesus would have had to walk through.
I love hearing these stories.... they are inspiring... and give me goosebumps(the good kind not the creepy kind)
Then they went into Capernaum, and immediately on the Sabbath He entered the synagogue and taught. And they were astonished at His teaching, for He taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes.
Now, as great as that all was, my closest encounters with the Lord have been times I realizing how awesome God is and how insignificant I am and yet, He wants to have a relationship with me. This humbles me beyond my ability to describe it. At times like that, all I can do is cry tears of joy in appreciation.
that's the kicker huh.... after all the times we've fallen short He still wants us close to Him.... and always forgives our wayward hearts. You are so right.... it is humbling beyond belief!
Just now, as I was about to respond to you, I was in a funk for a number of different reasons. As I complete this post, I am revitalized knowing just how much I am loved.
yes.... well C2 that is just the affect I have on people....
I will fight the traffic and get my kids to take them to church this evening and am expecting to be immensely blessed.
enjoy your night with the kids at church.... that in itself is a blessing.
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Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.
yep, mind blowing. I wanted to go to Israel for years, X never wanted to. After she moved out, my church announced they still had some opening for the upcoming trip so, 9 months after she left, I was in Israel. So many incredible experiences while there that it is hard to describe. I know I was particularly aware of thinking "Jesus walked through that door" when I was in Capernaum. The remains of a temple that was built on top of a temple stand today. At that site, they excavated part of the older temple below and we could see the door ways Jesus would have had to walk through.
I love hearing these stories.... they are inspiring... and give me goosebumps(the good kind not the creepy kind)
yes....well lnf that is just the affect I have on people....
Then they went into Capernaum, and immediately on the Sabbath He entered the synagogue and taught. And they were astonished at His teaching, for He taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes.
Now, as great as that all was, my closest encounters with the Lord have been times I realizing how awesome God is and how insignificant I am and yet, He wants to have a relationship with me. This humbles me beyond my ability to describe it. At times like that, all I can do is cry tears of joy in appreciation.
that's the kicker huh.... after all the times we've fallen short He still wants us close to Him.... and always forgives our wayward hearts. You are so right.... it is humbling beyond belief!
Yes, "humbling beyond belief!" and THAT is what drives me to stay in a mode of humility and forgiveness towards X and Mr. X.
Just now, as I was about to respond to you, I was in a funk for a number of different reasons. As I complete this post, I am revitalized knowing just how much I am loved.
yes.... well C2 that is just the affect I have on people....
I will fight the traffic and get my kids to take them to church this evening and am expecting to be immensely blessed.
enjoy your night with the kids at church.... that in itself is a blessing.
Amen!
Committed2Him- "C2H" All Things (Back from Spain!)...18
Hello C2H Remember me, I haven’t been here for a very long time. My H & I are still plodding on slowly and working at things. Found out that he lied to me for 2 years and was seeing the OW. God has been so amazing in my life, taught me real forgiveness – doesn’t take away the hurt or the thoughts of what goes on, but I have learnt just to lean on him just a bit more when things get bad. Glad to see that you are still giving everyone inspiration and that God is still in control. Take care Ash
