Archive for December 2014

Days 17 & 18 & 19

Friday, December 26, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

AHHHH I missed two days, for good reasons (Christmas eve & Christmas).
But to stay on schedule I'll post day 17&18&19 together. SEE everything will go back to normal.

And so here's day 17:
"Point to Ponder: I am called to belong, not just believe.
Question to Consider: Does my level of involvement in my local church demonstrate that I love and am committed to God's family?"

Honestly? Yes. I wake up almost three hours before my service starts (9:45) to go help out in the first service (8:15) for the children ministries. I am the leader/teacher for the 2-3 year old class. Though those kids are crazy and loud and a good chunk cry, every Sunday I see them makes my week. I've help out in the children ministries for almost four years already and it's the best experience.


Day 18:
"Point to Ponder: I need others in my life.
Question to Consider: What one step can I take today to connect with another believer at a more genuine, heart-to-heart level?"

My life revolves around Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, and texting. There's no face-to-face or even voice-to-voice unless I'm at school. I posts or texts pretty vague messages that barely cover the surface and I end up getting no feedback, but if I were to voice those same vague messages people are a lot more likely to respond. Simply making a call could make all the difference.

Day 19:
"Point to Ponder: Community requires commitment.
Question to Consider: How can I help cultivate today the characteristics of real community in my small group and my church?"

Just focusing on my small group, I believe that we posses most of the characteristics listed. We speak our hearts, and sympathize with each other. There isn't a gathering that goes by where no one has truly shared how they feel. And I think that's the best kind of gathering anyone can have.

With 21 more days until I find my purpose
-Vangie
1 John 3:16

Day 16

Tuesday, December 23, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

"Point to Ponder: Life is about love.
Question to Consider: Honestly, are relationships my first priority? How can I ensure that they are?"

No. If anything, it's a second or third priority. 
When I read I'm a shut in... I ignore people and focus on books. I'm not saying that's a bad thing but I could spend less time during daylight reading.
I can read during the night. So that at least during the day I have some time with family and friends (relationships).
That's pretty much the only way that I can think of to where I have both activities going on.

24 more days until I find my purpose
-Vangie
Galatians 5:14

Day 15

Monday, December 22, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

"Point to Ponder: I was formed for God's family.
Question to Consider: How can I start treating other believers like members of my own family?"

My answer would be to don't treat them like strangers. If they're going to be like my own family then I would acknowledge them as a real person who shares a deep connection with the same person I share a deep connection with.

Being more open about my faith when I meet someone, whether I know them or not, would be a great start.

25 more days until I find my purpose
-Vangie
Ephesians 1:5

Day 14

Sunday, December 21, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

"Point to Ponder: God is real, no matter how I feel.
Question to Consider: How can I stay focused on God's presence, especially when he feels distant?"

I don't know. 
I've wouldn't say always, but there are many times when I do feel as if God isn't by me. And I hate that feeling. I'm already alone as it is. My friends count is thinning, my stress level increasing, and I feel as if I can't function without breaking down.
When I break down, those are the moment where I feel furthest from God and closest.
My ugly thoughts of they day, week come forth and all is spoken. That's when I feel God distance from me, but also I don't because I KNOW he won't leave me. He wants me to be this open with him. It's a really scary thought, being so truthful for a change of only for a few moments.

The thought that really rings in my head is: " I know He won't leave me."

26 more days until I find my purpose
-Vangie
Hebrews 13:5

Day 13

Saturday, December 20, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

"Point to Ponder: God wants all of me.
Question to Consider: Which is more pleasing to God right now - my public worship or private worship?"

I would say my private worship. I bare my heart and soul to him when I'm alone and there's no one to judge me.
I would love to have my public worship the same as my private worship but I'm afraid. For what reason? I've no idea.

27 more days until I find my purpose
-Vangie
Mark 12:30
P.S. I'm currently in Oklahoma with no wifi. So all my posts will be done through the Blogger App which is very basic. So yeah.

Day 12

Friday, December 19, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

"Point to Ponder: I'm close to God as I choose to be.
Question to Consider: What choices will I make today in order to grow closer to God?"

Miles From Kara

Friday, December 19, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

Title: Miles From Kara

 Author: Melissa West

 Published Date: December 2, 2014

 Rating: 4/5 Stars

Day 11

Thursday, December 18, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

"Point to Ponder: God wants to be my best friend.
Question to Consider: How could I remind myself to talk to God more often throughout my day."

Day 10

Wednesday, December 17, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

"Point to Ponder: The heat of worship is surrender.
Question to Consider: What area of my life am I holding back from God?"

Day 9

Tuesday, December 16, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

"Point to Ponder: God smiles when I trust him.
Question to Consider: Since God knows what's best, in what areas of my life do I need to trust him more?"

Day 8

Monday, December 15, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

"Point to Ponder: I am planned for God's purpose.
Question to Consider: What common task could I start doing as if I were doing it directly to Jesus?"

Day 7

Sunday, December 14, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

"Point to Ponder: It's all for Him.
Question to Consider: Where in my daily routine can I become more aware of God's glory?"

Day 6

Saturday, December 13, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

"Point to Ponder: This is not my home.
Question to Consider: How should the fact that life on earth is just a temporary assignment change the way I am living right now?"

Day 5

Friday, December 12, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

"Point to Ponder: Life is a test and a trust.
Question to Consider: What has happened to me recently that I now realize was a test from God? What are the greatest matters God has entrusted to me?"

What If

Friday, December 12, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

Putting If Only aside and only acknowledging this book, What If is a superb novel. I felt my heart racing and my eyes glistening. My breathing was shallow, and my voice was speechless. (If that makes any sense).

Day 4

Thursday, December 11, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

I didn't forget! I just had a lot to do today and I'm just now sitting in front of a computer.
Anyways... today was day four and here's my journal/blog entry.

 "Point to Ponder: There is more than just here and now.
Question to Consider: Since I was made to last forever, what is the one thing I should stop doing today and the one thing I should start doing today?"

Something New

Thursday, December 11, 2014 2 Comments A + a -

This isn't a book review, though if it were "Something New" would be a pretty good name. Anyways, back to the topic.
I'm part of this women's bible study group, and we all recently settled on the next book we would read. The book decided on is The Purpose-Driven Life by Rick Warren.

INSIDE OUT

Friday, December 05, 2014 0 Comments A + a -

This here series is something amazing.
To be frank(if you thought of Outlander when you read that you're my soul mate), in all three of these books I honestly thought that I would lose connection. I thought focusing on two character for three books was taboo after reading stand alone after stand alone for quite sometime.

COVER REVEAL!

Thursday, December 04, 2014 0 Comments A + a -





Title: All About Us
Author: Ashley Erin
Estimated Release Date: March 2015
Synopsis:
10754942_10154727866420262_1498495778_nEmma is broken inside. After tragedy strikes she returns to her childhood home in hopes to heal her heart. Reconnecting with old family friends, Emma is unprepared for the way her long lost friend, Dane, makes her feel. Emma fights the attraction, but Dane is a man impossible to resist. What she doesn’t expect is for Dane to pursue her with a determination that makes her resolve waver. His ability to calm the storm that rages inside her and the way he makes her pulse race is a dangerous combination. She is risking everything. Can Emma set aside her fears and give Dane a chance? Her walls will break, her heart will be tested and she will never be the same.
**All About Us is the first in a series of standalone novels. It does not have a cliffhanger, and can be read on it's own.**
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