For Such A Time As This
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1.22.2011
For Such A Time As This
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Our January Women's Breakfast explores the story of Esther. Discover the unique position, preparation and purpose God has in our lives.
12.26.2010
Parent Me
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Just had to share this video - one of my favorite songs from Json featuring J.R.
Psalms 127 alludes to children being like arrows. Arrows must be pointed, directed. Intentionally aimed. Shown where to go. As parents, we have a tremendous responsibility to point children in the right direction. Not only by our word, but by our example. Pray for parents today as they seek to raise their children up in the way they should go.
In The Word
Psalm 127 (The Message)
1 If God doesn’t build the house, the builders only build shacks.
If God doesn’t guard the city,
the night watchman might as well nap.
2 It’s useless to rise early and go to bed late,
and work your worried fingers to the bone.
Don’t you know he enjoys
giving rest to those he loves?
3 Don’t you see that children are God’s best gift?
the fruit of the womb his generous legacy?
4 Like a warrior’s fistful of arrows
are the children of a vigorous youth.
5 Oh, how blessed are you parents,
with your quivers full of children!
Your enemies don’t stand a chance against you;
you’ll sweep them right off your doorstep.
Proverbs 22:6 Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.
10.31.2010
Essential Doctrines - Trinity
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New Sermon Series - Essential Doctrine... View the notes here!
10.17.2010
God Is....
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View the notes for Sunday's message titled, Permanence: Love, part of the 'Attributes of God' series.
7.24.2010
Winds of Life
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| My Canoe @ Urban Ecology Center |
Life is like that. If we let winds of negative influences, improper motives, temptation & stress impact us more than our God-given direction and obedience, we end up where we don't want to be, or shouldn't be, sometimes completely turned around – stuck, even.
When we let the wind blow us away it's that much more work to get back to where we wanted to be. Difficulty increases because we then have to return against the current. Stay focused and don't let the winds of life take control of your direction.
In The Word
Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of men in their deceitful scheming. - Ephesians 4:14 (NIV)
But when he asks, he must believe and not doubt, because he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That man should not think he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all he does. - James 1:6-8 (NIV)
7.20.2010
When ‘Keeping It Real’ Goes Wrong
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“Pastor’s wife beats down pre-teen girl at park… More on your News at 10…”
That’s how the headlines could have read, had I acted on a situation in a less-than-respectful way. Let me back track a bit... Tonight during my walk with our doberman, I headed over to the park where I let her run in an enclosed area – since there were people there I headed out around the park trail first. On my way back, I stopped near the swings to take a quick break. Some kids were on the nearby jungle gym.
No sooner than I sit down, does an obnoxious young girl open her mouth to start talking trash, with a vocabulary that would rival that of a sailor. I’m guessing she was no more than 13, but who knows, because as I get older my estimation of ages has changed… Plus it was dark enough that it was tough to see, and apparently so dark that she started in by hurling Mexican and Puerto Rican insults at me (I’m very clearly white, by the way.) There were 3 people with her, one of which I think was actually another girl’s mom – who were Hispanic, which made me wonder why on earth they’d be with this foul-mouthed child who just insulted their race, and then made it worse by trying to swear in Spanish (quite poorly, I might add).
So this girl makes her way over to the swings, trying quite obviously to get a rise out of me. She clearly had a huge chip on her shoulder and must frequently seek attention by causing trouble. Seriously, she tried pushing all the buttons – and I was tempted to ‘keep it real’. After I stated that her friends should be embarrassed to hang around someone so ignorant and rude, especially after saying I was a Pastor’s wife, they started telling her to shut up and defended me. Too funny. Thing is, is that I struggle with anger issues, so within my mind I’m flashing several scenarios… Seriously.
It got to the point that I told her she’s not attracting anything good in her life by speaking and acting this way, to which she quickly retorted, “Well I don’t need no friends, I’m fine all by my own”. Which got me thinking – That which is within the heart does proceed out of the mouth. The root of her issue is loneliness – it explains the need to seek attention (albeit in a negative manner) and the obvious deep-seeded anger for a girl of such a young age. I told her I’d pray for her to grow up and out of that. In the end when she realized I wasn’t going to ‘keep it real’ she finally said “Oh I was just playin’ to see what you’d do.” Riiiight.
I tell that story to share this with you – We all have our obnoxious pre-teen trash talking girls in our life. For some its road rage from other drivers, for others its rude or lascivious co-workers. One thing my father-in-law says: “You have to keep going through a test until you pass. It’s best to pass it the first time.” I hope I passed this test, so I can move on to the next level. May we understand the depths from where people’s words and actions come from, in order to have compassion rather than hatred for them.
In The Word
But what comes out of the mouth gets its start in the heart. – Matthew 15:18
Photo Credit: stephencaver.com
That’s how the headlines could have read, had I acted on a situation in a less-than-respectful way. Let me back track a bit... Tonight during my walk with our doberman, I headed over to the park where I let her run in an enclosed area – since there were people there I headed out around the park trail first. On my way back, I stopped near the swings to take a quick break. Some kids were on the nearby jungle gym.
So this girl makes her way over to the swings, trying quite obviously to get a rise out of me. She clearly had a huge chip on her shoulder and must frequently seek attention by causing trouble. Seriously, she tried pushing all the buttons – and I was tempted to ‘keep it real’. After I stated that her friends should be embarrassed to hang around someone so ignorant and rude, especially after saying I was a Pastor’s wife, they started telling her to shut up and defended me. Too funny. Thing is, is that I struggle with anger issues, so within my mind I’m flashing several scenarios… Seriously.
It got to the point that I told her she’s not attracting anything good in her life by speaking and acting this way, to which she quickly retorted, “Well I don’t need no friends, I’m fine all by my own”. Which got me thinking – That which is within the heart does proceed out of the mouth. The root of her issue is loneliness – it explains the need to seek attention (albeit in a negative manner) and the obvious deep-seeded anger for a girl of such a young age. I told her I’d pray for her to grow up and out of that. In the end when she realized I wasn’t going to ‘keep it real’ she finally said “Oh I was just playin’ to see what you’d do.” Riiiight.
I tell that story to share this with you – We all have our obnoxious pre-teen trash talking girls in our life. For some its road rage from other drivers, for others its rude or lascivious co-workers. One thing my father-in-law says: “You have to keep going through a test until you pass. It’s best to pass it the first time.” I hope I passed this test, so I can move on to the next level. May we understand the depths from where people’s words and actions come from, in order to have compassion rather than hatred for them.
In The Word
But what comes out of the mouth gets its start in the heart. – Matthew 15:18
Photo Credit: stephencaver.com
7.19.2010
7 Tips To Dine On A Dime
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Love to dine out, but short on ends? I’ve compiled some of our knowledge about making a dollar stretch without sacrificing your dining out experience. Enjoy!
Restaurant.com
$2 for $25 worth of food? Yes. Many restaurants use this tool to build business. They offer discounted dining certificates online – it’s a great way to try new dining destinations. For example, for about $10, you can purchase a $25 certificate. Certificates are available in limited quantities for set amounts, usually around $10, $25, $50, $100. Be sure to check out the fine print as some aren’t good on weekends or require a minimum amount spent. The certificates can be printed and used within a year. Plus – If you follow @CouponSpy on twitter, they occasionally publish discount codes to get 80% off – basically – you spend $2 and get $25 worth of food. Want to find a code fast? Search twitter for ‘restaurant.com code’. Bet.
Network, Baby!
Follow your local restaurants on Twitter and Facebook. Many offer online specials and giveaways. I’ve gotten gift certificates just for retweeting a restaurant’s posting as part of a giveaway. Check out my list of Milwaukee restaurants on Twitter.
Be A Regular!
Sign up for Rewards Programs, get free food! For example, upon signing up for AJ Bombers’ email list, you’re sent a certificate for a free side or drink. Bring two or more friends on your next visit, get a free burger. Save those frequent diner cards – Bartolotta has a great rewards program, Stack’d gives a free burger for every 10 purchased… need I go on? When going out with friends, use those cards and earn credits fast!
Entertainment Book
Not only are the coupons in the book a great way to save and try new spots, Entertainment Book now also offers online coupons for use year-round. Use the additional online coupons for 2-for-1 meals and discounts. Venues usually offer about 2 additional coupons to use each month. Order a book here.
Groupon
Albeit not exclusively a source for dining discounts, you can sign up for a daily special offer in your area. These include offers for 30-90% off dining, entertainment and services. The catch: You have to purchase the deal that day. Check out the Milwaukee Groupon deals.
Drop Your Card
Keep business cards on hand to enter for the ‘free lunch’ drawings every time you dine out. Intentionally seek out those fishbowls and drawing boxes – You’d be surprised at the results. Many restaurants now offer more than a free lunch. Noodles & Co awards a free ‘Tasting Experience’ of their full menu for you and 3 friends, and Chipotle’s drawing is for lunch for 16! I’ve won both just by simply dropping in my card. Offer to keep friends and co-workers cards on hand to enter on their behalf. One note – Plan on possibly receiving occasional emails after entering; be sure to have cards with your personal email to minimize the amount of email at work.
Check In!
How could I have forgotten about Foursquare?! Add this ap to your mobile, and use it to check in at your favorite spots. Many restaurants offer free drinks for first timers, or special discounts for the ‘Mayor’. Upon check in, you’ll see a note if there is a ‘special here’ or ‘special nearby’. Check it out here.
If you know of any other cost-saving techniques, please do share! Happy dining!
Restaurant.com
$2 for $25 worth of food? Yes. Many restaurants use this tool to build business. They offer discounted dining certificates online – it’s a great way to try new dining destinations. For example, for about $10, you can purchase a $25 certificate. Certificates are available in limited quantities for set amounts, usually around $10, $25, $50, $100. Be sure to check out the fine print as some aren’t good on weekends or require a minimum amount spent. The certificates can be printed and used within a year. Plus – If you follow @CouponSpy on twitter, they occasionally publish discount codes to get 80% off – basically – you spend $2 and get $25 worth of food. Want to find a code fast? Search twitter for ‘restaurant.com code’. Bet.
Network, Baby!
Follow your local restaurants on Twitter and Facebook. Many offer online specials and giveaways. I’ve gotten gift certificates just for retweeting a restaurant’s posting as part of a giveaway. Check out my list of Milwaukee restaurants on Twitter.
Be A Regular!
Sign up for Rewards Programs, get free food! For example, upon signing up for AJ Bombers’ email list, you’re sent a certificate for a free side or drink. Bring two or more friends on your next visit, get a free burger. Save those frequent diner cards – Bartolotta has a great rewards program, Stack’d gives a free burger for every 10 purchased… need I go on? When going out with friends, use those cards and earn credits fast!
Entertainment Book
Not only are the coupons in the book a great way to save and try new spots, Entertainment Book now also offers online coupons for use year-round. Use the additional online coupons for 2-for-1 meals and discounts. Venues usually offer about 2 additional coupons to use each month. Order a book here.
Groupon
Albeit not exclusively a source for dining discounts, you can sign up for a daily special offer in your area. These include offers for 30-90% off dining, entertainment and services. The catch: You have to purchase the deal that day. Check out the Milwaukee Groupon deals.
Drop Your Card
Keep business cards on hand to enter for the ‘free lunch’ drawings every time you dine out. Intentionally seek out those fishbowls and drawing boxes – You’d be surprised at the results. Many restaurants now offer more than a free lunch. Noodles & Co awards a free ‘Tasting Experience’ of their full menu for you and 3 friends, and Chipotle’s drawing is for lunch for 16! I’ve won both just by simply dropping in my card. Offer to keep friends and co-workers cards on hand to enter on their behalf. One note – Plan on possibly receiving occasional emails after entering; be sure to have cards with your personal email to minimize the amount of email at work.
Check In!
How could I have forgotten about Foursquare?! Add this ap to your mobile, and use it to check in at your favorite spots. Many restaurants offer free drinks for first timers, or special discounts for the ‘Mayor’. Upon check in, you’ll see a note if there is a ‘special here’ or ‘special nearby’. Check it out here.
If you know of any other cost-saving techniques, please do share! Happy dining!
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