Angie has created a women of C3 blog! It rocks and I think you should check it out...you can do that right here.
The C3 women are amazing and I am grateful to know them.
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Embracing Change
I've always been one to embrace change...I would even go as far as to say I usually crave change. I love the changes that C3 makes, I love the change that I get from school, and obviously I love changing houses because we move so much!! :) But why is it that some parts of life start changing right in front of you and it's incredibly hard to accept. There are those parts of life that start to change and it's inevitable, but I try so hard to grab a hold of them and and not let them move. Of course, there's nothing I can do about it. Life is always changing...people are always changing...there are some that you can change with- adapt to- and then some that you just grow apart from. Some that you weren't meant to adapt to. God has a plan and purpose for it all, though. That is what helps me, personally, accept the change. I know that even though it's difficult to accept, it will be fine in the end.
So I will continue to embrace change! I mean you can't possibly live in this world without it. That doesn't mean you change the core of who you are...but if you aren't changing then how could you possibly be growing? ...just a thought.
I truly do love change...most of the time, anyway. I love a change of scenery especially. Orlando is awesome, but it's always good to get away for a bit. I, of course, love all the changes C3 has made and will continue to make. As Angie says, "...Celebrating Constant Change!" :) I love it! I really don't love changing houses as much as I have...but then maybe subconsciously I do...hmmm, it's too late to start thinking about that! Anyway...I love the changing seasons, too...even though living in FL doesn't really do that justice. I asked Matt if we could move to Colorado for the winter but he said no. I think it's late so now I'm just rambling :) ...but one more thing- I love that our God calls us to change and to continuously be evaluating who we are and how we're living. He doesn't want us to sit in comfort but rather be uncomfortable...definitely not always easy for me, but I will embrace it.
So I will continue to embrace change! I mean you can't possibly live in this world without it. That doesn't mean you change the core of who you are...but if you aren't changing then how could you possibly be growing? ...just a thought.
I truly do love change...most of the time, anyway. I love a change of scenery especially. Orlando is awesome, but it's always good to get away for a bit. I, of course, love all the changes C3 has made and will continue to make. As Angie says, "...Celebrating Constant Change!" :) I love it! I really don't love changing houses as much as I have...but then maybe subconsciously I do...hmmm, it's too late to start thinking about that! Anyway...I love the changing seasons, too...even though living in FL doesn't really do that justice. I asked Matt if we could move to Colorado for the winter but he said no. I think it's late so now I'm just rambling :) ...but one more thing- I love that our God calls us to change and to continuously be evaluating who we are and how we're living. He doesn't want us to sit in comfort but rather be uncomfortable...definitely not always easy for me, but I will embrace it.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
C3ers = Awesome!
Christmas is approaching so quickly and each day I think I'm getting more done...but I'm wrong! :) I really did think I was almost done shopping and then I realized I haven't bought for Matt yet! That always takes me a while so I need to get started.
Anyway...I have been thinking tonight about C3 and the future...I am so excited. I can't wait to see how God uses our move to impact lives. It's going to be amazing...and I just love being a part of a real church and a real group of people who are authentic. People who walk into church for the first time can tell if you're real or if you're just faking it. I mean think about it, when you walk into an unusual place with lots of people...you know who's real and not...you know if people are just being nice to you because it's a job or if they genuinely care. That's what is so awesome about C3. It's a place full of people who genuinely care about others and who know how far a smile goes. It's a place full of people who have stepped up to serve because they know it's needed.
We had our C3 kids training meeting this past Sunday afternoon, and we had so many new people who want to volunteer. It was awesome! It's so great to see people really wanting to make a difference in kids lives. And it's even cooler to see their excitement about moving into the theater. They are pumped and have such positive attitudes about it. We all know there will be hangups and even frustrations, but I know that our volunteers are still going to be so positive...they just get it! It rocks :) ...and so do they!
God is awesome and I can't wait to see what He continues to do through C3!
Anyway...I have been thinking tonight about C3 and the future...I am so excited. I can't wait to see how God uses our move to impact lives. It's going to be amazing...and I just love being a part of a real church and a real group of people who are authentic. People who walk into church for the first time can tell if you're real or if you're just faking it. I mean think about it, when you walk into an unusual place with lots of people...you know who's real and not...you know if people are just being nice to you because it's a job or if they genuinely care. That's what is so awesome about C3. It's a place full of people who genuinely care about others and who know how far a smile goes. It's a place full of people who have stepped up to serve because they know it's needed.
We had our C3 kids training meeting this past Sunday afternoon, and we had so many new people who want to volunteer. It was awesome! It's so great to see people really wanting to make a difference in kids lives. And it's even cooler to see their excitement about moving into the theater. They are pumped and have such positive attitudes about it. We all know there will be hangups and even frustrations, but I know that our volunteers are still going to be so positive...they just get it! It rocks :) ...and so do they!
God is awesome and I can't wait to see what He continues to do through C3!
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Late Night Randomness...
It is going to be a busy weekend...We must finish our Christmas shopping this weekend. I can't stand not having it done by now. I usually do...but our families are getting harder to shop for!
We had a little birthday thing for Matt and Adam tonight. It was fun...we all watched Madea Goes to Jail. That would be like the 3rd time in the past week I have watched at least parts of it. She cracks me up...and she's very wise. :)
Last night we had our Community Group meet with Pastor Byron. He discussed details about the move and just talked to us about various things. It was a great night...it was so great to have so many people together who get it. It was great to get to know what we as C3ers can be praying for...more specifically praying for that is. It just made me even more thankful for C3 and the staff. And then of course it made me more excited than ever for the theater. I know there will be hangups and things will have to be adjusted, but it is going to be amazing. I can just imagine how awesome Powerhouse is going to be...not to mention how awesome the worship & main services are going to be! It's all gonna be awesome and I can't wait to get there. It's crazy (and exciting) to know that we only have two more services left in the building.
Anyway- it's late...time to get to bed :)
We had a little birthday thing for Matt and Adam tonight. It was fun...we all watched Madea Goes to Jail. That would be like the 3rd time in the past week I have watched at least parts of it. She cracks me up...and she's very wise. :)
Last night we had our Community Group meet with Pastor Byron. He discussed details about the move and just talked to us about various things. It was a great night...it was so great to have so many people together who get it. It was great to get to know what we as C3ers can be praying for...more specifically praying for that is. It just made me even more thankful for C3 and the staff. And then of course it made me more excited than ever for the theater. I know there will be hangups and things will have to be adjusted, but it is going to be amazing. I can just imagine how awesome Powerhouse is going to be...not to mention how awesome the worship & main services are going to be! It's all gonna be awesome and I can't wait to get there. It's crazy (and exciting) to know that we only have two more services left in the building.
Anyway- it's late...time to get to bed :)
Friday, December 14, 2007
Wisdom From Madea
I watched Madea Goes to Jail last night...I've seen it before but it never gets old :) I know it's just a movie, but Madea gives some great advice. I love the first part of the clip I posted..."Let folks go!" Some people aren't going to be in your life forever...and when they walk out...let 'em go. She proceeds to compare people to trees...I love that part. She then says how she never just throws people out of her life for no reason...but if you tell someone that something their doing is hurting you and they don't care to fix it...let 'em go. It all rings so true...but of course one of my very favorite parts (who am I kidding they all are :) ): "If it walk like a duck and quack like a duck, then guess what? ...Aflac!" Even though that wasn't on the clip I still love it.
Anyway- enjoy :)
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
I love blogging!
So this is my 100th post and...I LOVE blogging! :) This has been such a great outlet for me and I am so glad I started writing...well, typing. I am thankful for blogging because it is such an encouraging tool (when used correctly) and I love reading blogs that make you feel refreshed afterwards...or make you laugh, smile, etc... Some of them even challenge you to think outside of yourself. Check out the 'blogs I'm reading' section of my blog for some amazing and encouraging blogs.
Anyway- I am starting to really freak out because I didn't realize there were only like 13 days left until Christmas! Whoa...where did the time go! I should probably finish up my shopping soon. Well instead of getting stuff done I love reading blogs :) I think everyone should read Angie's post from today...it cracked me up for quite some time! You can read it here.
Well that's it for now...everyone think thoughts of cold weather- maybe it'll happen :)
Anyway- I am starting to really freak out because I didn't realize there were only like 13 days left until Christmas! Whoa...where did the time go! I should probably finish up my shopping soon. Well instead of getting stuff done I love reading blogs :) I think everyone should read Angie's post from today...it cracked me up for quite some time! You can read it here.
Well that's it for now...everyone think thoughts of cold weather- maybe it'll happen :)
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Random Thoughts
* Today was a busy day...I went to the church to help with some stuff and I cannot believe how fast the time has gone. It feels like yesterday that they sold the property and now they are packing everything up! I am so excited to get to the theater. It's gonna be awesome!
* I am wondering why it is so hot in December!! I know we live in Florida but seriously. Oh how I wish it would be in the 20's and snow! ...but more realistically I just wish it would go down to the 60's.
* I want to go on vacation to a snowy place...Colorado would be ideal. :)
* So almost all of the shows I watch on TV have been put on hold because of the writers strike now...at least we still have reality TV.
* Speaking of reality TV: I just watched The Hills for the 1st time the other night and I'm hooked already!
* I am not even close to being done with my Christmas shopping and it is stressing me out! I am usually done like a week after Thanksgiving...I don't know what's wrong with me this year.
* I love being around fun and encouraging people...there's nothing like spending time with positive people who uplift you!
* Ok- I really need to go clean and do laundry...I have lots to do but I like to put it off as long as I can...and now the laundry is overflowing- I better go :)
* I am wondering why it is so hot in December!! I know we live in Florida but seriously. Oh how I wish it would be in the 20's and snow! ...but more realistically I just wish it would go down to the 60's.
* I want to go on vacation to a snowy place...Colorado would be ideal. :)
* So almost all of the shows I watch on TV have been put on hold because of the writers strike now...at least we still have reality TV.
* Speaking of reality TV: I just watched The Hills for the 1st time the other night and I'm hooked already!
* I am not even close to being done with my Christmas shopping and it is stressing me out! I am usually done like a week after Thanksgiving...I don't know what's wrong with me this year.
* I love being around fun and encouraging people...there's nothing like spending time with positive people who uplift you!
* Ok- I really need to go clean and do laundry...I have lots to do but I like to put it off as long as I can...and now the laundry is overflowing- I better go :)
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