My apologies for this being two days late.
Lord, make me have perpetual love and reverence for your holy Name, for you never fail to help and govern those whom you have set upon the sure foundation of your loving-kindness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Friday, June 17, 2011
Relient K
Ok guys, so I have to admit, I LOVE Relient K. These guys are nothing short of musical geniuses. With each new album they release they continue to be better and better. With that said, I don't know if it is a good sign or a death omen for a band to be making a cover CD, but Relient K has an EP coming out this year called "Relient K is for Karaoke" and it is an album of cover songs. The video below is has short clips from each song throughout it, so check it out. All of them (oddly enough including the Beiber one) seem to have great potential.
Click HERE to enjoy Relient K awesomeness!
Click HERE to enjoy Relient K awesomeness!
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Prayer Appointed for the Week (June 12-18)
Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in your steadfast love, that through your grace each of us may proclaim your truth with boldness, and minister your justice with compassion; for the sake of our Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, on God, now and forever. Amen
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Guess who's back?!?!
That's right folks, Nick is back and he's here to stay! Boo ya!
My sincerest apologies for the LONG hiatus, but a lot has gone on as of late:
- Sharon and I were finally married (4 weeks ago today to be exact)
- Sharon and I both started new jobs in Georgia
- Because of said jobs in previous statement, Sharon and I moved to Georgia (2 weeks ago as of yesterday)
- My blog name is now accurate and no longer a lie! Maybe now Kevin Adelsberger will read my blog? Who knows, stranger things HAVE happened.
Anywho, so as I said, a lot has gone on. Married life in grand, the jobs are going (we're both still in training so there is a lot of information to take in) and I believe we are about to adopt a puppy here in about a month. Tomorrow we begin the search for a church here in Georgia... I pray that goes well and smoothly. We both loved Christ Community in Jackson and were (and still are) sad to have to leave. I can honestly say that we both made some lifelong friends and I know that I grew in discipleship more in the last 4 years than I ever have before. Alas, I shall move on before I start to get all weepy and emotional, but MAN I loved that place and the people and community of believers. Sweet times.
The main purpose of this post was to make you all aware that I once again roam the vastness of the Realm of the World Wide Web and will, hopefully, be bringing you regular updates throughout the week once more.
Until next time Gadget
- Nick
Currently:
Reading Affirming the Apostle's Creed by J.I. Packer
My sincerest apologies for the LONG hiatus, but a lot has gone on as of late:
- Sharon and I were finally married (4 weeks ago today to be exact)
- Sharon and I both started new jobs in Georgia
- Because of said jobs in previous statement, Sharon and I moved to Georgia (2 weeks ago as of yesterday)
- My blog name is now accurate and no longer a lie! Maybe now Kevin Adelsberger will read my blog? Who knows, stranger things HAVE happened.
Anywho, so as I said, a lot has gone on. Married life in grand, the jobs are going (we're both still in training so there is a lot of information to take in) and I believe we are about to adopt a puppy here in about a month. Tomorrow we begin the search for a church here in Georgia... I pray that goes well and smoothly. We both loved Christ Community in Jackson and were (and still are) sad to have to leave. I can honestly say that we both made some lifelong friends and I know that I grew in discipleship more in the last 4 years than I ever have before. Alas, I shall move on before I start to get all weepy and emotional, but MAN I loved that place and the people and community of believers. Sweet times.
The main purpose of this post was to make you all aware that I once again roam the vastness of the Realm of the World Wide Web and will, hopefully, be bringing you regular updates throughout the week once more.
Until next time Gadget
- Nick
Currently:
Reading Affirming the Apostle's Creed by J.I. Packer
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Resurrection Sunday / Prayer Appointed for the Week (April 24 - 30)
Okay, so I have epically failed on blogging this past week. Although I wish I would have (because, let's face it, there were some great opportunities to blog this week), I was quite busy with moving into the town home where Sharon and I will live after we're married in 20 days. I do promise to update with photos (or possibly a video?) of the new pad soon (fingers crossed for it to be this week).
On another note, today is Easter or Resurrection Sunday! This day is quite an exciting time for the church as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus. So, in honor of today, I thought I would post one of my most loved hymns. Enjoy!
Low in the grave he lay, Jesus my Savior,
waiting the coming day, Jesus my Lord!
Refrain:
Up from the grave he arose;
with a mighty triumph o'er his foes;
he arose a victor from the dark domain,
and he lives forever, with his saints to reign.
He arose! He arose! Hallelujah! Christ arose!
Vainly they watch his bed, Jesus my Savior,
vainly they seal the dead, Jesus my Lord!
(Refrain)
Death cannot keep its prey, Jesus my Savior;
he tore the bars away, Jesus my Lord!
(Refrain)
Moving on, now that Holy Week is coming to a close and we move into the season of Easter for the next 50 days, the PAftW should now be back on a regular schedule. So, without further adieu, here you are, my friends!
Almighty God, who through your only begotten Son Jesus Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that I, who celebrate with Joy the day of the Lord's resurrection, may be raised to the death of sin by your life giving Spirit; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
On another note, today is Easter or Resurrection Sunday! This day is quite an exciting time for the church as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus. So, in honor of today, I thought I would post one of my most loved hymns. Enjoy!
Low in the grave he lay, Jesus my Savior,
waiting the coming day, Jesus my Lord!
Refrain:
Up from the grave he arose;
with a mighty triumph o'er his foes;
he arose a victor from the dark domain,
and he lives forever, with his saints to reign.
He arose! He arose! Hallelujah! Christ arose!
Vainly they watch his bed, Jesus my Savior,
vainly they seal the dead, Jesus my Lord!
(Refrain)
Death cannot keep its prey, Jesus my Savior;
he tore the bars away, Jesus my Lord!
(Refrain)
Moving on, now that Holy Week is coming to a close and we move into the season of Easter for the next 50 days, the PAftW should now be back on a regular schedule. So, without further adieu, here you are, my friends!
Almighty God, who through your only begotten Son Jesus Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that I, who celebrate with Joy the day of the Lord's resurrection, may be raised to the death of sin by your life giving Spirit; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Palm Sunday / Prayer Appointed for the Week (April 17 - 23)
This will be a double entry this week since we are entering into Holy Week. This week is an exciting time for the Church as we remember Jesus' journey to the Cross, his burial and resurrection. So, to commemorate this Palm Sunday, I thought I would post the lyrics to a song from service today and the account of the Triumphal Entry from the Gospel of Matthew.
Hosanna
Hosanna! Hosanna! Hosanna in the highest!
Hosanna! Hosanna! Hosanna in the highest!
Lord, we lift up your name with hearts full of praise
Be exalted, of Lord, my God! Hosanna in the highest!
Matthew 21: 1-11
The Triumphal Entry
"Now when they drew near to Jerusalem and came to Bethphage, to the Mount of Olives, then Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, "Go into the village in front of you, and immediately you will find a donkey tied, and a colt with her. Untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, you shall say, 'The Lord needs them,' and he will send them at once." This took place to fulfill what was spoken by the prophet, saying:
"Say to the daughter of Zion,'Behold, your king is coming to you,
humble, and mounted on a donkey,
and on a colt, the foal of a beast of burden.'"
The disciples went and did as Jesus had directed them. They brought the donkey and the colt and put on them their cloaks, and he sat on them. Most of the crowd spread their cloaks on the road, and others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. And the crowds that went before him and that followed him were shouting, "Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!" And when he entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred up, saying, "Who is this?" And the crowds said, "This is the prophet Jesus, from Nazareth of Galilee." ESV
Prayer Appointed for the Week
Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the human race you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to take upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross, giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant that I may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ my Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen
Also to come this week:
- the Psalms of Ascents
- Picture update of mine and Sharon's new home!
- Maundy Thursday/Jesus Feast post
- Good Friday post
- Art applicable to Holy Week from St. Celibart (with Craig Davis' approval of course [I've yet to ask him about this but since I'm apparently calling him out online we'll see what he says ;)]). If not though, I do recommend you check out St. Celibart (click on the link above), there are some great works of art as well as some great Scripture study resources that you are sure to enjoy.
- Nick
Hosanna
Hosanna! Hosanna! Hosanna in the highest!
Hosanna! Hosanna! Hosanna in the highest!
Lord, we lift up your name with hearts full of praise
Be exalted, of Lord, my God! Hosanna in the highest!
Matthew 21: 1-11
The Triumphal Entry
"Now when they drew near to Jerusalem and came to Bethphage, to the Mount of Olives, then Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, "Go into the village in front of you, and immediately you will find a donkey tied, and a colt with her. Untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, you shall say, 'The Lord needs them,' and he will send them at once." This took place to fulfill what was spoken by the prophet, saying:
"Say to the daughter of Zion,'Behold, your king is coming to you,
humble, and mounted on a donkey,
and on a colt, the foal of a beast of burden.'"
The disciples went and did as Jesus had directed them. They brought the donkey and the colt and put on them their cloaks, and he sat on them. Most of the crowd spread their cloaks on the road, and others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. And the crowds that went before him and that followed him were shouting, "Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!" And when he entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred up, saying, "Who is this?" And the crowds said, "This is the prophet Jesus, from Nazareth of Galilee." ESV
Prayer Appointed for the Week
Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the human race you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to take upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross, giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant that I may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ my Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen
Also to come this week:
- the Psalms of Ascents
- Picture update of mine and Sharon's new home!
- Maundy Thursday/Jesus Feast post
- Good Friday post
- Art applicable to Holy Week from St. Celibart (with Craig Davis' approval of course [I've yet to ask him about this but since I'm apparently calling him out online we'll see what he says ;)]). If not though, I do recommend you check out St. Celibart (click on the link above), there are some great works of art as well as some great Scripture study resources that you are sure to enjoy.
- Nick
Friday, April 15, 2011
This Day in History
Okay, so I meant to post this yesterday so while you are reading it, imagine that today isn't already halfway over. Holding a degree in History, you'd think I would have gotten around to doing a post like this sooner. However, since yesterday had some interesting historical significance, I thought it would be as good of a time as any to start this series.
I enjoy listening to NPR. Sadly, I don't know too many people that do (other than a coworker, a former roommate, and fellow blogger Kevin Adlesberger). NPR offers quite a wide range of information as well as great classical music. After running a few errands, and while on my way home, I decided to turn on the radio to see what NPR had playing. Thankfully, I turned on my radio at the precise moment that "Writer's Almanac" was coming on. The host began the segment by giving the listeners two interesting "This Day in History" stories. So, now that you know where some of these will come from, I shall tell you two interesting "This Day in History" facts.
April 14, 1865
On this date in 1865, President Abraham Lincoln is assassinated while attending the play "Our American Cousin" at Ford's Theater in Washington, D.C. Just after 10 p.m., Booth entered Lincoln's private theater box unnoticed and shot the president with a single bullet in the back of his head. Booth then leapt to the stage and shouted "Sic semper tyrannis! [Thus always to tyrants]–the South is avenged!" The president, mortally wounded, was carried to a lodging house opposite Ford's Theater. About 7:22 a.m. the next morning, Lincoln, age 56, died. He was the first U.S. president to be assassinated.
April 14, 1939
On this date in 1939, John Steinbeck's classic The Grapes of Wrath is published.
I just thought these were interesting and that you all might enjoy knowing a little about what happened on THIS DAY IN HISTORY! (imagine old super hero show voice over).
Until next time.
I enjoy listening to NPR. Sadly, I don't know too many people that do (other than a coworker, a former roommate, and fellow blogger Kevin Adlesberger). NPR offers quite a wide range of information as well as great classical music. After running a few errands, and while on my way home, I decided to turn on the radio to see what NPR had playing. Thankfully, I turned on my radio at the precise moment that "Writer's Almanac" was coming on. The host began the segment by giving the listeners two interesting "This Day in History" stories. So, now that you know where some of these will come from, I shall tell you two interesting "This Day in History" facts.
April 14, 1865
On this date in 1865, President Abraham Lincoln is assassinated while attending the play "Our American Cousin" at Ford's Theater in Washington, D.C. Just after 10 p.m., Booth entered Lincoln's private theater box unnoticed and shot the president with a single bullet in the back of his head. Booth then leapt to the stage and shouted "Sic semper tyrannis! [Thus always to tyrants]–the South is avenged!" The president, mortally wounded, was carried to a lodging house opposite Ford's Theater. About 7:22 a.m. the next morning, Lincoln, age 56, died. He was the first U.S. president to be assassinated.
April 14, 1939
On this date in 1939, John Steinbeck's classic The Grapes of Wrath is published.
I just thought these were interesting and that you all might enjoy knowing a little about what happened on THIS DAY IN HISTORY! (imagine old super hero show voice over).
Until next time.
Monday, April 11, 2011
Prayer Appointed for the Week (April 10 - 16)
Greetings friends! My apologizes for not updating this past week, with wedding prep and all of the other craziness, it seems that I have neglected to contact the cyberverse. Never fear, though, the 'verse shan't be without me for long.
So, as I stated last week, we have reached the Compline section of Divine Hours and it does not pick up a regular schedule again until Palm Sunday. Therefore, I have had to improvise a little. Instead of pulling from Divine Hours this week, I have decided to take a prayer from Scripture. This prayer is said during every Office throughout the year and I thought since there isn't one specified for this week that this Prayer would fit quite nicely. Enjoy my friends; we shall meet again soon.
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be your Name. May your kingdom come, and your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil; for yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever. Amen.
Currently Listening:
Some Cities by The Doves
So, as I stated last week, we have reached the Compline section of Divine Hours and it does not pick up a regular schedule again until Palm Sunday. Therefore, I have had to improvise a little. Instead of pulling from Divine Hours this week, I have decided to take a prayer from Scripture. This prayer is said during every Office throughout the year and I thought since there isn't one specified for this week that this Prayer would fit quite nicely. Enjoy my friends; we shall meet again soon.
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be your Name. May your kingdom come, and your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil; for yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever. Amen.
Currently Listening:
Some Cities by The Doves
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Prayer Appointed for the Week (April 3 - April 9)
Well friends, we have come to an impasse. In her work The Divine Hours, Phyllis Tickle has added a Compline for the end of each month. This is structured a little differently than the typical week-by-week prayers in that they are to be observed in the evenings only. ALSO, with being this close to Holy Week and Easter, after the March Compline comes a whole weeks worth of different prayers specifically designated for Holy Week and Easter. Therefore, I will be taking our PAftW from different Night Offices until Palm Sunday (which is only 2 weeks away so it's not like it will throw us off that much) and then I may actually post something from The Divine Hours daily throughout Holy Week just because I think they will be fun (I haven't decided on this yet, but we shall see). Anywho, this week I shall take our PAftW from The Final Thanksgiving section of the March Compline. So without further adieu:
Lord, you now have set your servant free to go in peace as you have promised;
for these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, whom you have prepared for all the world to see: a Light to enlighten the nations, and the glory of your people Israel. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be. Amen.
Lord, you now have set your servant free to go in peace as you have promised;
for these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, whom you have prepared for all the world to see: a Light to enlighten the nations, and the glory of your people Israel. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be. Amen.
Friday, April 1, 2011
Feallengod: The Conflict in the Heavenlies - Craig Davis
Alrighty friends, the wait is finally over! It's time for the first (of what I hope will be many) book review(s). Let me first start this post out by saying that I have spent the last day or so trying to come up with a fun way of rating books on here. Should it be stars or check marks or perhaps even smileys? Then it occurred to me: Thumbs. Oh that's right! "Why is this more fun than stars?" you may ask. Well, let me say that there will not be a rating from 1-5. It will simply be 1 or 2 enthusiastic thumbs way up or down. With that said and clarified (I know you were all waiting with bated breath on that one) let's move on to the review.
I am a huge fan of almost all things Fantasy and Science Fiction. That being said, I thoroughly enjoyed Feallengod: The Conflict in the Heavenlies and not just because the author is a friend of mine. What I enjoy about Fantasy and Science Fiction is being able to shut out reality for a time and become concerned with what is going on in the story and in the characters lives. However, Feallengod struck me differently (I will explain that a little later on).
Clearly being an allegorical in nature (I mean, come on! Look at the title) Feallengod tells the story of what is occurring in the Heavenly realm and the battle that is ensuing for souls of Mankind. Now, as a Christian (and with the author being Christian as well), we know that the battle was won before the foundation of the world. But that is a whole other post unto itself and can wait for another time.
After Domen (the Satan character) is cast out of Gaegnian to the island of Feallengod, he continues to plot against King Ecealdor (God the Father) and attempts to corrupt the people the King deeply loves. After sending his son, Coren (Jesus), to bring about a new law to the people, Domen's henchmen slay Coren and leave his body on the trash heap. The small remnant of Coren's followers are discredited and begin building an army to fight Domen. During the battle that ensues, Blawan (Holy Spirit) arrives from Gaegnian and takes away those who faithfully followed Coren.
The book continues on through the tribulation period where people are required to be branded with a mark or be killed. Those that refuse sneak away to begin life somewhere else only to be tracked down. When all seems lost, Coren returns in his full kingly glory and banishes Domen to the pit and the darkness he so earnestly desires.
As I said earlier, Feallengod struck me differently because, in a way, it is hard to forget about our reality when this book is about the greater reality that is occurring in the Heavenly realm. That being said, that is something I love about allegory and what really makes this book worth reading (though, I do recommend using the pronunciation guide in the back of the book to help with the names).
So now we've come to the end and I know that you're all waiting for the rating, so here it goes... drum roll please:
Two enthusiastic thumbs WAY up! Again, not just because the author is a friend, but because of the nature of the book, the quality of the writing, the character development and the nature of the plot. Basically, all great things that make a book worth reading.
Where can you find this book? I would recommend following this link if you have a Kindle. If not here are some other links for you to try:
- Amazon.com
- Smashwords.com
So, go buy this book! You will not be disappointed!
- Nick
I am a huge fan of almost all things Fantasy and Science Fiction. That being said, I thoroughly enjoyed Feallengod: The Conflict in the Heavenlies and not just because the author is a friend of mine. What I enjoy about Fantasy and Science Fiction is being able to shut out reality for a time and become concerned with what is going on in the story and in the characters lives. However, Feallengod struck me differently (I will explain that a little later on).
Clearly being an allegorical in nature (I mean, come on! Look at the title) Feallengod tells the story of what is occurring in the Heavenly realm and the battle that is ensuing for souls of Mankind. Now, as a Christian (and with the author being Christian as well), we know that the battle was won before the foundation of the world. But that is a whole other post unto itself and can wait for another time.
After Domen (the Satan character) is cast out of Gaegnian to the island of Feallengod, he continues to plot against King Ecealdor (God the Father) and attempts to corrupt the people the King deeply loves. After sending his son, Coren (Jesus), to bring about a new law to the people, Domen's henchmen slay Coren and leave his body on the trash heap. The small remnant of Coren's followers are discredited and begin building an army to fight Domen. During the battle that ensues, Blawan (Holy Spirit) arrives from Gaegnian and takes away those who faithfully followed Coren.
The book continues on through the tribulation period where people are required to be branded with a mark or be killed. Those that refuse sneak away to begin life somewhere else only to be tracked down. When all seems lost, Coren returns in his full kingly glory and banishes Domen to the pit and the darkness he so earnestly desires.
As I said earlier, Feallengod struck me differently because, in a way, it is hard to forget about our reality when this book is about the greater reality that is occurring in the Heavenly realm. That being said, that is something I love about allegory and what really makes this book worth reading (though, I do recommend using the pronunciation guide in the back of the book to help with the names).
So now we've come to the end and I know that you're all waiting for the rating, so here it goes... drum roll please:
Two enthusiastic thumbs WAY up! Again, not just because the author is a friend, but because of the nature of the book, the quality of the writing, the character development and the nature of the plot. Basically, all great things that make a book worth reading.
Where can you find this book? I would recommend following this link if you have a Kindle. If not here are some other links for you to try:
- Amazon.com
- Smashwords.com
So, go buy this book! You will not be disappointed!
- Nick
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Weekend in Macon
Okay, so I realize that my last few posts have been about trips to one town or another, but I promise that I do have other things to blog about. In fact, I fully intend on blogging a review of Feallengod: The Conflict in the Heavenlies by Craig Davis later this week, so be on the lookout for that. In the meantime, however, I would like to note some great observations of our schweet weekend in Macon, GA with Sharon's folks.
1. Apartment complexes in Macon are at least 65% better than those in Jackson. The reasons being that they are not only gated communities (A++), but the majority of them only a require a pet deposit and not an added monthly expense to own a pet (A+++). The complexes are not only nicer, they are genuine communities as opposed to most of the complexes in Jackson.
2. On the subject of apartments, there is at least 1 sketchy complex in every city. Macon is not omitted from this group.
3. The Melting Pot is one fantabuloso restaurant! I have to say that fondue is quite amazing and I completely agree with Kitty Forman's assessment that it should be called "fundue."
4. Malls for rich people will most assuredly make you feel middle class the moment you walk into one of the stores and they look you up and down and decide not to help you. Oh well, I still drank a ritzy bottle of water from your Starbucks! Bazinga!
5. Leaving for an 8 hour drive home after 4 pm is NOT the best of ideas... especially when your fiancee has to work the next morning. Still, I drove the whole way because I'm hardcore like that!
That's pretty much it on the observations. There were a lot more, but since I don't want you folks to tire of reading before you finish, I'll leave it here. All in all though, it was a great weekend and I always enjoy spending some time in Macon.
Until next time, folks
- Nick
1. Apartment complexes in Macon are at least 65% better than those in Jackson. The reasons being that they are not only gated communities (A++), but the majority of them only a require a pet deposit and not an added monthly expense to own a pet (A+++). The complexes are not only nicer, they are genuine communities as opposed to most of the complexes in Jackson.
2. On the subject of apartments, there is at least 1 sketchy complex in every city. Macon is not omitted from this group.
3. The Melting Pot is one fantabuloso restaurant! I have to say that fondue is quite amazing and I completely agree with Kitty Forman's assessment that it should be called "fundue."
4. Malls for rich people will most assuredly make you feel middle class the moment you walk into one of the stores and they look you up and down and decide not to help you. Oh well, I still drank a ritzy bottle of water from your Starbucks! Bazinga!
5. Leaving for an 8 hour drive home after 4 pm is NOT the best of ideas... especially when your fiancee has to work the next morning. Still, I drove the whole way because I'm hardcore like that!
That's pretty much it on the observations. There were a lot more, but since I don't want you folks to tire of reading before you finish, I'll leave it here. All in all though, it was a great weekend and I always enjoy spending some time in Macon.
Until next time, folks
- Nick
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Prayer Appointed for the Week (March 27 - April 2)
Live from Macon (as opposed to dead from Macon) here is your Prayer Appointed for the Week update:
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son, Jesus Christ, came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world:
Evermore give me this bread, that he may live in me, and I in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Also, other posts to look forward to this week are:
- An update about our trip to Macon (could be exciting, could be boring... Stay tuned to find out more!)
- Review of Feallongod: The Conflict in the Heavenlies by Craig Davis.
See you next time.
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son, Jesus Christ, came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world:
Evermore give me this bread, that he may live in me, and I in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Also, other posts to look forward to this week are:
- An update about our trip to Macon (could be exciting, could be boring... Stay tuned to find out more!)
- Review of Feallongod: The Conflict in the Heavenlies by Craig Davis.
See you next time.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
P.S.
This is an extra addition to my last post. I completely forgot about the fact that we went antique shopping and may have popped into some seriously questionable flea markets while we were in Corinth last weekend. While we were at this great little antique store in downtown Corinth (because that's where all the cool stuff is), Sharon and I found some coffee mugs for our future home that are straight off of the set of That 70's Show (more likely straight from 1976). So, without keeping you waiting any longer, here is a picture of these psychedelic mugs that I am sure many a cup of coffee will be enjoyed in over the next few years.
- Nick
- Nick
Monday, March 21, 2011
Weekend in Corinth
Well folks, as promised, here are some pictures from our weekend in my little hometown of Corinth, MS. Fun was had by all as we ventured to the quaint downtown area for a little lunch at Borrum's Drug Store:
After we were all seated, Sharon and I looked at the menu...
Already knowing what we were going to order, we chose the world's greatest Patty Melt. Literally.
Then I figured, "what the hay, I'll take a snap shot" and caught mom doing what she's always doing... texting.
This is a great little place to check out if you ever find yourself in Corinth. The food is great, the atmosphere is wonderful and downtown Corinth has numerous shops and historical attractions to check out. If you are ever in need of someone to interpret the Mississippi slag for you or just want someone to join you at Borrum's, give me a "hollar" as they like to say and I know that Sharon and I will be on board in an instant.
After we were all seated, Sharon and I looked at the menu...
Already knowing what we were going to order, we chose the world's greatest Patty Melt. Literally.
Then I figured, "what the hay, I'll take a snap shot" and caught mom doing what she's always doing... texting.
This is a great little place to check out if you ever find yourself in Corinth. The food is great, the atmosphere is wonderful and downtown Corinth has numerous shops and historical attractions to check out. If you are ever in need of someone to interpret the Mississippi slag for you or just want someone to join you at Borrum's, give me a "hollar" as they like to say and I know that Sharon and I will be on board in an instant.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Prayer Appointed for the Week (March 20-26)
Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves:
Keep me both outwardly in my body and inwardly in my soul, that I may be defended from all adversities which may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts which may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Keep me both outwardly in my body and inwardly in my soul, that I may be defended from all adversities which may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts which may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Yes, I'm still here
Well, friends... I was planning on doing a post about the history of St. Patrick's Day, but since I have never really read anything about St. Patrick I figured that I would wait until next year and not fill you full of Wikipedia junk. So, until next year friends.
I do feel that this blog post will be more on recent events and a quick update on what to expect in the coming weeks than anything substantial. Therefore, I trust that you will bear with me today and be eagerly awaiting on the edge of your seats for a new post.
I have had some questions come to me as of late about some interesting topics that I plan to research and look in to and hopefully I will be able to answer some of those questions in the near future. I won't divulge the topics just yet, that way I know that you will come back and read the updates (because, come on, why else would I blog unless I knew someone cared enough to read it?). Also, Sharon and I are headed to Corinth, MS this weekend to visit with my folks and enjoy some small town hospitality; be looking for a few picture updates in the near future as well.
That's it for now. I did not want to keep you waiting any longer for some word from me and have you sitting there wondering if I had given up as quickly as I had started. Be looking for a new update in a couple of days. For now I shall leave you with the words:
Peace of Christ
- Nick
I do feel that this blog post will be more on recent events and a quick update on what to expect in the coming weeks than anything substantial. Therefore, I trust that you will bear with me today and be eagerly awaiting on the edge of your seats for a new post.
I have had some questions come to me as of late about some interesting topics that I plan to research and look in to and hopefully I will be able to answer some of those questions in the near future. I won't divulge the topics just yet, that way I know that you will come back and read the updates (because, come on, why else would I blog unless I knew someone cared enough to read it?). Also, Sharon and I are headed to Corinth, MS this weekend to visit with my folks and enjoy some small town hospitality; be looking for a few picture updates in the near future as well.
That's it for now. I did not want to keep you waiting any longer for some word from me and have you sitting there wondering if I had given up as quickly as I had started. Be looking for a new update in a couple of days. For now I shall leave you with the words:
Peace of Christ
- Nick
Monday, March 14, 2011
Video from Ethiopia
Greetings friends! I thought I would share this video with you from the recent team that went to Ethiopia. It was an amazing trip and we saw God move in mighty ways while we were there. I hope you enjoy it!
Indigenous Outreach International is a ministry based in Jackson, TN that seeks to help make disciples for Christ in Ethiopia by helping support indigenous ministers. To find out more about the ministry of Indigenous Outreach International and how you can get involved, go to www.ioiusa.org.
Indigenous Outreach International is a ministry based in Jackson, TN that seeks to help make disciples for Christ in Ethiopia by helping support indigenous ministers. To find out more about the ministry of Indigenous Outreach International and how you can get involved, go to www.ioiusa.org.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Prayer Appointed for the Week (March 13-19)
"Oh God, whose glory it is always to have mercy:
Be gracious to all who have gone astray from your ways, and bring us again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and hold fast the unchangeable truth of your Word, Jesus Christ your Son; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen."
This week I also thought I'd introduce a feature that I will randomly add to a post about twice a week that I will say what I am currently reading, watching, gaming, listening, etc... you get the picture. I thought this would be a fun way to let you all know what kinds of things that I am reading and where some of my posts may come from. I plan on making a post about this book as soon as I finish and I hope that by me reading it some of you will get the itch to do the same. So, without further adieu:
Currently Reading:
Feallengod: The Conflict in the Heavenlies
by Craig Davis
Be gracious to all who have gone astray from your ways, and bring us again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and hold fast the unchangeable truth of your Word, Jesus Christ your Son; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen."
This week I also thought I'd introduce a feature that I will randomly add to a post about twice a week that I will say what I am currently reading, watching, gaming, listening, etc... you get the picture. I thought this would be a fun way to let you all know what kinds of things that I am reading and where some of my posts may come from. I plan on making a post about this book as soon as I finish and I hope that by me reading it some of you will get the itch to do the same. So, without further adieu:
Currently Reading:
Feallengod: The Conflict in the Heavenlies
by Craig Davis
Friday, March 11, 2011
The season of Lent and what it means for the Church
I have come up with a few different ideas of topics to blog about here and I have decided to write one of them on doctrine/church practice/teachings on the Scriptures. I know, this is an extremely broad topic, but one that I feel gives me some freedom to work with to bring you some various posts and topics to discuss. As the title of this post indicates, this post will be on Lent. Most of (if not 95% of) what follows will be taken from an Ash Wednesday Homily given by Ross Guthrie a few years ago at Christ Community Church in Jackson, TN. Since attending CCC I have come to love following the Liturgical Calendar and using it to study through the life of Christ and have also learned quite a bit about what I used to think were some very odd practices.
So, why do some Believers observe Ash Wednesday & Lent? What is the purpose of the ashes & Lent? What is the historical significance of Lent in relation to the Church? Ross put it this way:
"Very soon after the resurrection and ascension of Jesus, the church began using the forty days of Lent to prepare themselves for the celebration of Easter or Resurrection Sunday. They baptized new converts on Easter Sunday and the forty days of Lent were to teach the basics of the faith and prepare the candidates for their new life of following Jesus. During this time of preparation, many baptized members already in the church began to make this journey with these new converts and devoted themselves anew to Christ. So, they started the Lenten season by reminding themselves of their mortality, that they would truly die and return to the dust of the earth. That’s what ashes do. They are a sign of our mortality. So, by being marked with ashes, we face the truth that we will die and we acknowledge that we have no other hope in that day other than Jesus Christ to rescue us from death and destruction. Ashes have a strong, solid biblical base beginning in Genesis with Adam being created from the dust and Abraham acknowledging that he is merely dust and ashes when talking with God. They are used in mourning throughout the Old Testament and Jesus even acknowledged their use in Matthew."
Just as Jesus Himself fasted for 40 days in the wilderness, Lent is a 40 day journey of fasting and praying. It is a journey of denying oneself of something so that they might reflect not only on their own mortality, but on their lives in Christ. During this time leading up to Easter, biblical study is focused primarily on Jesus' temptation in the wilderness and His journey toward the Cross. This is the purpose of Lent. This is why some Believers observe this season. It is one that offers the opportunity to turn once again to Christ and follow along with Him on his journey from the Transfiguration to the Cross to His bodily resurrection.
If you are interested in reading Ross' Homily in its entirety, click here.
So, why do some Believers observe Ash Wednesday & Lent? What is the purpose of the ashes & Lent? What is the historical significance of Lent in relation to the Church? Ross put it this way:
"Very soon after the resurrection and ascension of Jesus, the church began using the forty days of Lent to prepare themselves for the celebration of Easter or Resurrection Sunday. They baptized new converts on Easter Sunday and the forty days of Lent were to teach the basics of the faith and prepare the candidates for their new life of following Jesus. During this time of preparation, many baptized members already in the church began to make this journey with these new converts and devoted themselves anew to Christ. So, they started the Lenten season by reminding themselves of their mortality, that they would truly die and return to the dust of the earth. That’s what ashes do. They are a sign of our mortality. So, by being marked with ashes, we face the truth that we will die and we acknowledge that we have no other hope in that day other than Jesus Christ to rescue us from death and destruction. Ashes have a strong, solid biblical base beginning in Genesis with Adam being created from the dust and Abraham acknowledging that he is merely dust and ashes when talking with God. They are used in mourning throughout the Old Testament and Jesus even acknowledged their use in Matthew."
Just as Jesus Himself fasted for 40 days in the wilderness, Lent is a 40 day journey of fasting and praying. It is a journey of denying oneself of something so that they might reflect not only on their own mortality, but on their lives in Christ. During this time leading up to Easter, biblical study is focused primarily on Jesus' temptation in the wilderness and His journey toward the Cross. This is the purpose of Lent. This is why some Believers observe this season. It is one that offers the opportunity to turn once again to Christ and follow along with Him on his journey from the Transfiguration to the Cross to His bodily resurrection.
If you are interested in reading Ross' Homily in its entirety, click here.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Prayer Appointed for the Week
I have come to enjoy The Divine Hours by Phyllis Tickle. They are a wonderful resource for those who enjoy a daily structured prayer life. They offer passages from the Scriptures as well as prayers taken primarily from The Book of Common Prayer. I have decided that I will post the appointed prayer for the week every week beginning on Sunday (BUT since I decided to begin this blog on a Tuesday, I trust that you will forgive me for it being two days late). I hope those of you who read this blog will enjoy them.
Prayer Appointed for the Week (March 6-12):
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan:
Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations; and, as you know the weakness of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Peace of Christ,
Nick
Prayer Appointed for the Week (March 6-12):
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan:
Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations; and, as you know the weakness of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Peace of Christ,
Nick
Purpose
Okay, so I know I'm not married yet. In fact, I still have about two months until the big day. However, I do still plan on keeping this blog up after Sharon and I wed, so I thought I would get a head start. The purpose of this blog varies... my posts will range from prayers and Scripture references, books that I've read, movies that I've seen, to the quirky things my soon-to-be bride does and our lives together. I am sure that there will randomly be a central topic that might come up, but for now it will simply be whatever I feel led to post that particular day. So, welcome to my musings, I hope you enjoy!
Peace of Christ,
Nick
Peace of Christ,
Nick
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