I am not Ashamed.

Today was a good day. That is definitely an understatement.

I'm pretty excited that I have been given to opportunity to live a life for God. I don't want to take that for granted nor do I want to waste it.

Big things are on the verge of happening. 1. Because I've been praying for it. 2. Because the devil has been at work. and 3. Because God is faithful and reigns over all.

My prayer is that I would carry the cross of Christ daily and suffer for his sake.


For eternity
All my heart will give
All the glory to Your name.

Good Times.

Sleeping In, Japanese and Sushi, Wingate football Victory, delicious southern fish fry, intense golf cart ride, amazing game of charades, church at target, McAlisters for lunch, an authentic Panamanian dinner and a good nights rest. Definitely some of the finer days. Weekends are refreshing. Unfortunately they go by too fast.

I hope this week will prove to be incredible.

Glory to God forever.

Resuming the life of education.

I'll admit, I took a vacation; a blogging vacation. I am pleased to announce that the vacation is over. I'm apologetic in that it was so long; regardless, I'm back.

It has been great being able to resume the college life. My time is quickly spent fulfilling the demands of the commitments I've made. Above all-- so far I'm quite satisfied. I'm eager to dive into what God has in store for this year. Just the same I'm prepared to face the difficulties, tests, and trials along the way. I've come to understand that how we deal with these situations determines the direction of our success and potential of who we can become.

So while the halls are tread, the weather nice, and the opportunity for success bountiful.... I'm here to stay. Nestled for now beneath the trees of wisdom and revelation--or well, more realistically the concrete walls of Helms Mansion.

Title-less

I really do not get along with pollen. I've definitely had my share of "God Bless you"s for the week.

I really like how God works in the lives of people that I don't even know. People that live in other states, countries, and continents. Sometimes I forget that God is larger than me. Larger than just what goes on in my life. It is even cooler when you get to meet and spend time with these people who have aligned their focus with his plans for their lives. To see how God is moving in their lives and how he uniquely provides the resources that allow them to minister in their own demographics and communities. It is neat being in this army, sharing the same desires as soo many others. To have this love for them because of this same God that we serve; yet not even knowing them. God is huge. He is awesome. He is bigger than me and for that--I'm thankful.

Hmm.

Okay... So Easter was pretty awesome.

I wonder what would happen if I hid and egg in some grass and tied invisible thread to it. And how about if right before the person almost grabbed it I pulled the string and it moved. Then when they reached for it again, I would repeat the string pulling idea. I would then go on to repeat this process possibly three more times. Then finally I would let them get the egg. When they opened it they would see the $50 bill inside that I had hidden and then think "wow, at least it was worth all the work of chasing this egg". But then they would turn the bill over and it would be fake and read "April Fools"! I bet they would get mad because they are aware that it is Easter and not really April fools. But this wouldn't bother me because me and my friends do April fools all month long. Anyway I just thought I would share this.

Okay, so that was a waste I guess. I should probably tie that into some nice concept that it compares to in life. I'd probably say something like "are there things in life that you chase after, things that promise to contain something of worth? Are there things that you finally obtain and then they aren't all you thought they were cracked up to be? At times it seems we are all chasing after the 'Lucky Egg' and then when its found its not all we thought it would be." But saying all that would probably be confusing. After all, what does egg hiding have to do with an Easter Bunny? And what does either of them have to do with the Resurrection of our Savior? I really do not understand who ever saw the connection with all this.

I hope this makes since.

I do in fact have a few Tricks up my sleeve. No, Seriously.


Ok. This was random

No Greater Love.

This is real.

A story about a real God who understood what real love was. A story about a Father who gave his only son. A real God who truly loves us. A real story that involves us. A real death and a real punishment that was caused by us. Because of our sins. These things that we do daily that please ourselves and deny God. Because of us a perfect son paid the price for our failures. This is real. This is real and this realness--it scares me. I am so undeserving. I am unworthy. I did this. This is real.

I have nothing to give that could repay for what I have done. I have nothing to offer but my life. I am compelled to move. To act. I didn't deserve this salvation that has been given to me but I want to show that I'm thankful. I want to get to know this man who gave everything so that I might know his Father. I want to love him back, since he showed me what real love is. I want to continue to move closer to this God. He is my desire. My one true, real desire. I will not be silent. I will move foward into this real world and proclaim this Love.

This is real...

Thank you, Lord.

I'm so grateful of the undeserving Love of God that he graciously pours into me.
I shake in my bones-- tremble at his great, vastness.

Who are we to be called children of God? To be coheirs, with Christ, in the kingdom of heaven and eternity. To have greater favor in the eyes of God than the wind and waves; and yet being so much more unworthy than they. For they obey the voice of God--He speaks and they obey, and yet we fail and sin against him. Yet through this still he loves us. We can't understand this love. We can't grasp it with our minds, but must let it burn in our hearts.

I want to be wrecked in His love. Wreck me God.

I'm excited about what God has in store. Greater things have yet to come.

He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.
2 Corinthians 5:21

Short and Sweet.

Firstly, Listen to these guys.... then continue reading.

There is power in prayer. A mustard seed of faith is required. Through Him we can move mountains.

His Love is soo thick and tangible. He is always by our side. He is perfect. Still perfect in Love--even in our imperfections. He'll never let us go. This God we serve is indescribeable.

My weekend went well,it was short. Youth Sunday went well today. I caught 4 fish this afternoon. That made me happy. Each day I learn how much more dependent I am on Him. I can't do this own my own. He is my strength.

The world is round like a globe.

It's great having people that invest in your life and pray with you through decisions.

I want to live with urgency-- in regards to sharing the Gospel.



Consider the umbrella. It's good that they dont make larger ones with two handles, because man, watching three people bump into each other in an attempt to stay under one little umbrella, now that is funny. Especially when it has already stopped raining.

I'll never tire of worshiping you, Lord.

Not enough room to express my thoughts from the day.
CharlotteOne was awesome, yeah, it was great.

Chili's has good bottomless chips and salsa.


I cannot deny God's hand in my life. I'm learning to step back from my desires and step up towards my dependence on him.

1 Corinthians 7:17 (The Message)
And don't be wishing you were someplace else or with someone else. Where you are right now is God's place for you. Live and obey and love and believe right there. God, not your marital status, defines your life. Don't think I'm being harder on you than on the others. I give this same counsel in all the churches.

New Heights

The weather was nice today. Did I mention I love nice weather? Billy and I went out in his plane and did some nice flying. It never gets boring.

Cashiers at Walmart that express their love for Jesus are awesome, plain and simple. It's nice to be reminded that were not alone in our walk with Christ.

God wants to stretch us and take us farther and higher than we've ever been before. He has this crazy awesome plan that we can't even begin to understand. He blesses our faithfulness and righteousness. He never fails to amaze me.

CharlotteOne is tomorrow night, and I'm excited.

May the Vision of You be the Death of me.

Its awesome to know that God is in control. Omnipotent, Omniscient, & Omnipresent. No matter the obstacles or situation.

Spiritually speaking...It is vital that we bring death to our own desires in order to align with the plan God has for our lives. This has been a renewal of revelation for me.
Church was awesome today, both times, both of them.

I'm already looking forward to the weekend. A trip home is going to be stupendous.

If your going to rock out while driving in your car, make sure when a car pulls up next to you at the stoplight that you step it up a notch or two. It's more fun that way. Besides, who cares if they look at you funny, they're the ones missing out.

btw, I'm excited about going to bed now. It is 5:30am. Yummy 6hr Annotated bibliography work, gotta love it.

The Power of One.

Yeap, they were stupid awesome! (Shane & Shane, if your not familiar with who they are)

The missions conference was pretty motivating itself.

The theme was "The power of One."

Krispy Kreme doughnuts are celestial. Weekends are refreshing.

I declare research papers unconstitutional. Won't you join my cause?

...still keeping things simple.

Only dead fish go with the flow.

Some days I enjoy studying. I guess today was one of those days. I wonder what makes that so?
Too bad it doesn't happen often.

I can remember when I was younger-- I used to hide in my secret fort within the trees at my aunt's house. It was war with the Indians one day and English men the next. I'd draw out the attack plans on the dark dirt with an oak stick. Some days an older friend of mine would take part too. Ahh, sweet memories. Now I find myself between the trees of Wingate, drawing out the plans of my future. Attempting to do this in accordance to God's will, I add. A focused college student one day and a carefree dreamer the next. Ahh, and the friends that accompany. These are notably some of my finer days.

Oh how the weekend will bring some nice live tunes by Shane & Shane. Lucky me.


And why not conclude with a Deep Thought by Jack Handy:
If you ever catch on fire, try to avoid looking in a mirror, because I bet that will really throw you into a panic.

A Customary day.

Scheduling classes for the next semester is always fun, truth be told-- I'm lying.
Today was one of those days where cafeteria food wasn't half bad. Who am I to complain, at least I have food.

Application is essential in everything, especially in acceptance of God's will. This is my exertion.


Why is it that penguins can't fly? It must suck having wings and never being able to get off the ground.


thanks, and how about checking these guys out.

Birthing.

The genesis of my published thought.
More to come, Im stoked.

btw, Happy late St. Patrick's Day