Who do we remember at Christmas?
Precious Jesus, in frailty born
cradled in a stall forlorn
nursed by one amongst gifts and herds
appeared in flesh the inerrant word
Teacher Jesus, wise and just
fulfilled the task he knew he must
brought life to many such as me
by dying on that cursed tree
Mighty Jesus, Lord of all
Conqueror over the grave's thrall
in power he rose, ascended then
awaiting us, his brethren
Promised Jesus, king eternal
Lord o'er men and things infernal
coming one day soon to reign
and in his wake, an angel train!
'Saviour Jesus, risen king'
forever may our praises ring,
from sky to sky and stars to stars
remembering who you truly are
THIS is who we remember at Christmas. It is a pointer to the glorious beginning of the working out of God's salvation plan for us on earth. And more than a pointer, his ascension reminds us of where we're headed - God's presence.
You can't fully take in the wonder or mystery of his coming, nor of what awaits us when we come through the waters of death to stand before him, but praise God with a whole heart, remember what price he paid for you in Jesus, and fix your hearts and mind fully on him and where we are headed.
Christmas is a reminder of who God is and what he did.
TheWeeScottie
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Sunday, December 24, 2006
Monday, December 11, 2006
R.I.P Treasure Island
It's all over and done with! Quite crazy to think that it's all completed now, after 3 months of rehearsals and immense fun and constant adlibbing. Thanks to all of you who managed to make it! Seeing your faces in the audience was great, and thanks for booing me from scene one onwards ;)
Business will now ensue with the manicness of work back at Asda, what with Christmas coming up soon. However, I've been reminded a lot this year - moreso than ever - that Christmas is because of Christ. It's one of the times of year that reminds us that the immortal, invisible, eternal God sent his son - through who the world was made - into the world because it was the only way we could become his adopted sons. Awesome stuff, immensely awe-inspiring, and insanely humbling. I'll never get my mind around God's love for me, and I hope I never feel I have. Because that would just be sheer arrogance & pride in thinking that I know him that well. The infinite God. Wow.
On that thought, remember that this is Christmas, not Buddhamas, Allahmas or wintermas. We celebrate the birth of our Lord & Saviour, Jesus Christ; an amazingly humble entrance into the world. Few knew of it, few understood who he was. Yet 'El Gibor', the Mighty God, incarnate stepped down to, and walked this earth.
It's him that our salvations are based on; our trust in him, and him alone. Not the things we can do, or wish to do. Not the attitude we try to live with. Jesus Christ, and he alone, is the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12v2). And it's in his righteousness that we'll one day stand before our Father in Heaven.
Don't lose sight of it this Christmas.
TheWeeScottie
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Business will now ensue with the manicness of work back at Asda, what with Christmas coming up soon. However, I've been reminded a lot this year - moreso than ever - that Christmas is because of Christ. It's one of the times of year that reminds us that the immortal, invisible, eternal God sent his son - through who the world was made - into the world because it was the only way we could become his adopted sons. Awesome stuff, immensely awe-inspiring, and insanely humbling. I'll never get my mind around God's love for me, and I hope I never feel I have. Because that would just be sheer arrogance & pride in thinking that I know him that well. The infinite God. Wow.
On that thought, remember that this is Christmas, not Buddhamas, Allahmas or wintermas. We celebrate the birth of our Lord & Saviour, Jesus Christ; an amazingly humble entrance into the world. Few knew of it, few understood who he was. Yet 'El Gibor', the Mighty God, incarnate stepped down to, and walked this earth.
It's him that our salvations are based on; our trust in him, and him alone. Not the things we can do, or wish to do. Not the attitude we try to live with. Jesus Christ, and he alone, is the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12v2). And it's in his righteousness that we'll one day stand before our Father in Heaven.
Don't lose sight of it this Christmas.
TheWeeScottie
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Saturday, November 25, 2006
Yaaaarrr, what be that on the horizon?
The answer of course, is the technical rehearsal, starting in under 9 hours. Huzzah, as the old buchaneers would have put it. I don't quite know how, but the introduction of several props last week totally threw our rehearsal and we were all missing our cues. As to what this means for tomorrow's fun is anyone's guess, but I'm looking forward to it all the same!
Work at Asda continues to be hard work, but also continues to be good! God's continuing to challenge me about keeping my thoughts on him and reminded me of that today especially. This got me thinking. It's reminded me of the bible verse that says to meditate on his word day & night. And the wonderfully simple truth I've found is this: if your focus is on God, it's not on the enemy and his plans for sin, to derail you from God's plans. And the more we meditate on the things God's teaching us, his character, his truths, the cross, the more we become effective and malleable vessels for God to mould and use to his purposes.
In those moments of clarity when your focus is on God, you remember how awesomely privileged and blessed we are to serve the one and only living God. And the more those moments fill our days, the closer we walk to God, and the harder it is for the enemy to find a crack and wedge it open.
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Work at Asda continues to be hard work, but also continues to be good! God's continuing to challenge me about keeping my thoughts on him and reminded me of that today especially. This got me thinking. It's reminded me of the bible verse that says to meditate on his word day & night. And the wonderfully simple truth I've found is this: if your focus is on God, it's not on the enemy and his plans for sin, to derail you from God's plans. And the more we meditate on the things God's teaching us, his character, his truths, the cross, the more we become effective and malleable vessels for God to mould and use to his purposes.
In those moments of clarity when your focus is on God, you remember how awesomely privileged and blessed we are to serve the one and only living God. And the more those moments fill our days, the closer we walk to God, and the harder it is for the enemy to find a crack and wedge it open.
TheWeeScottie
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Saturday, November 18, 2006
Nothing, Hallelujah!
'What can separate my soul,
from the God who made me whole,
wrote my name in heaven's scroll?
Nothing, Hallelujah!
Trouble, hardship, danger, sword
brought by those who hate my Lord?
Slander here? Or no reward?
Nothing, Hallelujah!'
Jim Boice (Based on Romans 8:38-39)
This was an encouragement given last Sunday by the pastor of my home church in Swindon. And what an encouragement it is! Can anything ever separate us from the love of God? Romans 8v38-39 says nothing can. Not stress, work, family or relationship pressures or issues, not even sin. Some of those may distance us from God at times, but nothing can separate us from the Love of God. And don't you ever forget it. Hallelujah!
TheWeeScottie
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from the God who made me whole,
wrote my name in heaven's scroll?
Nothing, Hallelujah!
Trouble, hardship, danger, sword
brought by those who hate my Lord?
Slander here? Or no reward?
Nothing, Hallelujah!'
Jim Boice (Based on Romans 8:38-39)
This was an encouragement given last Sunday by the pastor of my home church in Swindon. And what an encouragement it is! Can anything ever separate us from the love of God? Romans 8v38-39 says nothing can. Not stress, work, family or relationship pressures or issues, not even sin. Some of those may distance us from God at times, but nothing can separate us from the Love of God. And don't you ever forget it. Hallelujah!
TheWeeScottie
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Monday, November 13, 2006
Yaaaarrr, do that be treasure?
Yes indeedy, I've finally got round to blogging the info for the upcoming WADAMs 2006 pantomime, 'Treasure Island'.
Dates: Dec 7-9th @ 7.30pm & Dec 9th @ 2.30pm
Tickets: £6
Box Office: 01793 813847 / 01793 813307
Book now to avoid disappointment!
I'll post directions from junction something-or-other of the M4, once I've worked it out. If you need a bed for the night, Thursday and Friday as possibilities but sadly not Saturday as it's after-show cast partay!
Please note: The pirate in the poster is an artist's (MS office clipart) impression (and a bad one at that) of me, and I've not actually lost a leg. Despite there being a joke about me being legless.
TheWeeScottie
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Dates: Dec 7-9th @ 7.30pm & Dec 9th @ 2.30pm
Tickets: £6
Box Office: 01793 813847 / 01793 813307
Book now to avoid disappointment!
I'll post directions from junction something-or-other of the M4, once I've worked it out. If you need a bed for the night, Thursday and Friday as possibilities but sadly not Saturday as it's after-show cast partay!
Please note: The pirate in the poster is an artist's (MS office clipart) impression (and a bad one at that) of me, and I've not actually lost a leg. Despite there being a joke about me being legless.
TheWeeScottie
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Thursday, November 09, 2006
Recent pics
Aye up all, just though I'd share some pics I've taken recently. Some highlights from the Lake District, and a sunrise/set or 2.
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Exciting news, and yes, God rocks
The title kinda says it all really! The exciting news is that Reading have offered me a place on the 2007-8 PGCE course, doing General Primary! :D so many huzzahs there, as I'm hoping to be shacked up with my good friend Steve LW in Lower Earley, a suburb of Reading, for the year. Which will be much fun ;)
I do seem to have been rather out of the blogosphere recently, but I have to report (I just to!) that God has been fantastic to me at work recently in terms of answering prayer. It's been very exciting to see him give me opportunities to talk to one of my workmates about my faith & trusting God for the future, so do please pray for the continuing humbling of my heart & attitude to have the courage and boldness from God to a) stand for him, and b) speak out for him in Asda here in Swindon.
I've been challenged a lot recently by God about growing to be a man of faith, knowing God's character so I'd trust him more. And in order to do that, studying his word, 'immersing myself in the word of God'. It's not easy at times, with having panto rehearsals, bible club and study in the evening, and coming home shattered from a long walking day in the warehouse - but there lies the choice. Do you freshen up and make time for God, for getting to know him better, for reading his word to understand his character & remind yourself he is the same loving, faithful and powerful God who liberated you from your sins through Jesus on the Cross? Or do you sit and waste the time doing a host of other things that clearly 'need doing' more.
I'm finding work breaks a fab to time to get some reading in, whether my book (My utmost for his highest, by Oswald Chambers) or the bible. Both challenge me and get my focus right back where it needs to be 24/7 - on God. Not easy? I agree. But then again God didn't say 'those who wish to follow me must pick up their cross and follow me' (i.e. put your old life to death & shoulder the new life, following God) lightly. In that statement, he brings our focus back to where it needs to be - him. I find that whenever you take a minute or 2 to think about what Jesus did for you on the cross, you're reminded why you walk this different life. It's because you've been liberated, saved and reformed by the living God - who has a plan for you - and who is leading you; not on some endless journey, but on an exciting, hard-working race that ends in Heaven! Wow!! And with the end in sight, as it always is, you're reminded that he's waiting always for you to take his hand and run that race with him. Sure, you stumble from time to time, but he waits. Then he helps you get back on your feet and takes you on again! Wow! What an awesome, loving, faithful, kind and caring, yet awesomely powerful God we serve!
And that's not the half of it.
TheWeeScottie
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I do seem to have been rather out of the blogosphere recently, but I have to report (I just to!) that God has been fantastic to me at work recently in terms of answering prayer. It's been very exciting to see him give me opportunities to talk to one of my workmates about my faith & trusting God for the future, so do please pray for the continuing humbling of my heart & attitude to have the courage and boldness from God to a) stand for him, and b) speak out for him in Asda here in Swindon.
I've been challenged a lot recently by God about growing to be a man of faith, knowing God's character so I'd trust him more. And in order to do that, studying his word, 'immersing myself in the word of God'. It's not easy at times, with having panto rehearsals, bible club and study in the evening, and coming home shattered from a long walking day in the warehouse - but there lies the choice. Do you freshen up and make time for God, for getting to know him better, for reading his word to understand his character & remind yourself he is the same loving, faithful and powerful God who liberated you from your sins through Jesus on the Cross? Or do you sit and waste the time doing a host of other things that clearly 'need doing' more.
I'm finding work breaks a fab to time to get some reading in, whether my book (My utmost for his highest, by Oswald Chambers) or the bible. Both challenge me and get my focus right back where it needs to be 24/7 - on God. Not easy? I agree. But then again God didn't say 'those who wish to follow me must pick up their cross and follow me' (i.e. put your old life to death & shoulder the new life, following God) lightly. In that statement, he brings our focus back to where it needs to be - him. I find that whenever you take a minute or 2 to think about what Jesus did for you on the cross, you're reminded why you walk this different life. It's because you've been liberated, saved and reformed by the living God - who has a plan for you - and who is leading you; not on some endless journey, but on an exciting, hard-working race that ends in Heaven! Wow!! And with the end in sight, as it always is, you're reminded that he's waiting always for you to take his hand and run that race with him. Sure, you stumble from time to time, but he waits. Then he helps you get back on your feet and takes you on again! Wow! What an awesome, loving, faithful, kind and caring, yet awesomely powerful God we serve!
And that's not the half of it.
TheWeeScottie
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Saturday, October 28, 2006
Back from the Lakes
A big helloo, and it's good to be back in blogdom after the past 7 days in the Lake District! I can honestly say that I've not missed the internet though, which surprises me a bit. Maybe it's just me, but getting back out into the heart of God's creation knocks me for six - every time. Over the week, my mum, dad, myself and 4 family friends visited a number of places. Highlights include taking the ferry down lake Windemer to Bowness, visiting the sculpture park at Grizedale, and walking up to and around Tarn Hows (in strong rain & wind, in a t-shirt and sleeveless fleece).
When it was too wet and wild, much Soduku, Crosswords and board games were played, and 8 BAGS of filter coffee was consumed over the week! I was also introduced to The Times' 'Killer' Sodukus with no starting numbers and the boxes clumped up with totals! A great challenge for you Cat, if you're reading this.
All in all, I look back on the week with great fondness and feel sad to be in my 'Scotland away from home'. I love the Lake District for the lakes, the landscape, and the overwhelming sense of awe that comes from seeing God's touch on each and every hill and valley that you take the time to notice. The view of the Milky Way in the night sky, and the countless other stars at 12:30am will stick with me for a long time.
And because it was downright awesome, I'll include some pics for your viewing delight soon :)
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When it was too wet and wild, much Soduku, Crosswords and board games were played, and 8 BAGS of filter coffee was consumed over the week! I was also introduced to The Times' 'Killer' Sodukus with no starting numbers and the boxes clumped up with totals! A great challenge for you Cat, if you're reading this.
All in all, I look back on the week with great fondness and feel sad to be in my 'Scotland away from home'. I love the Lake District for the lakes, the landscape, and the overwhelming sense of awe that comes from seeing God's touch on each and every hill and valley that you take the time to notice. The view of the Milky Way in the night sky, and the countless other stars at 12:30am will stick with me for a long time.
And because it was downright awesome, I'll include some pics for your viewing delight soon :)
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Wednesday, October 11, 2006
Musical birds
My mum and I saw this a while back, only just got around to blogging it though. If you've ever wondered what tune birds sing to, here we have the score to it! Just missing the words...
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First day & faithfulness
I've been kindly given a day off between induction days at Asda, so I'm blogging what happened yesterday! Once again I've been left with a warmed heart due to God's faithfulness and goodness. Let me explain...
There were a total of 7 of us there, and the day consisted of a lot of booklet-going-through and paper-work-filling-out. Getting to work was a miracle in itself - in that my bike broke down on the way to church yesterday evening and just wouldn't start. Yet, instead of the bike working straight away after praying about it, God gave me peace - peace that reminded me that he'd seen this coming and that he'd provide a way to see me through it and out the other side of it, praising his name. And he did! He provided my biking friend Pete to be available to come get it started. We got to the church and back (which I really wasn't expecting) and more than that, after tinkering and the such yesterday morning, we got the bike running as happily as before so I could get to the induction afternoon. Fantastic! 'What is impossible with man is possible with God' came to mind!
Secondly, I'd been praying that God'd use me in Asda, and that he'd be paving the way ahead for me to that effect. Our 2nd trainer for the afternoon was an Christian! Having noticed my fish around my neck, during the coffee break we had a fab chat about churches and faith over the canteen table in the midst of the rest of the group! Not only has God given me a fresh environment to serve him & show his concern and love to others, but he's also given me a sister in Christ at work for mutual encouragement & prayer! Downright awesome!
And so I headed for home at 6.10 (the Asda-o-poly went on a while longer than expected) I found myself totally overwhelmed afresh at how faithful God has been - just on my first day. He put my fears aside, provided a sister in Christ (who's been there for 5 years), and also a fab group to do induction with. He gave me his peace & reminded me in the process that he's promised to be faithful to answer all of my prayers - bar none. After all, he sent Jesus to die on the cross for me, and that showed his faithfulness incarnate. I'm reminded that we have no right or cause to doubt God's faithfulness - just look to the cross if you ever find yourself doubting or worrying. God paid the ultimate price for you - willingly - so he is therefore powerful and willing to answer all prayers. All will do. Bar none.
Rock on; bring on Thursday.
TheWeeScottie
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There were a total of 7 of us there, and the day consisted of a lot of booklet-going-through and paper-work-filling-out. Getting to work was a miracle in itself - in that my bike broke down on the way to church yesterday evening and just wouldn't start. Yet, instead of the bike working straight away after praying about it, God gave me peace - peace that reminded me that he'd seen this coming and that he'd provide a way to see me through it and out the other side of it, praising his name. And he did! He provided my biking friend Pete to be available to come get it started. We got to the church and back (which I really wasn't expecting) and more than that, after tinkering and the such yesterday morning, we got the bike running as happily as before so I could get to the induction afternoon. Fantastic! 'What is impossible with man is possible with God' came to mind!
Secondly, I'd been praying that God'd use me in Asda, and that he'd be paving the way ahead for me to that effect. Our 2nd trainer for the afternoon was an Christian! Having noticed my fish around my neck, during the coffee break we had a fab chat about churches and faith over the canteen table in the midst of the rest of the group! Not only has God given me a fresh environment to serve him & show his concern and love to others, but he's also given me a sister in Christ at work for mutual encouragement & prayer! Downright awesome!
And so I headed for home at 6.10 (the Asda-o-poly went on a while longer than expected) I found myself totally overwhelmed afresh at how faithful God has been - just on my first day. He put my fears aside, provided a sister in Christ (who's been there for 5 years), and also a fab group to do induction with. He gave me his peace & reminded me in the process that he's promised to be faithful to answer all of my prayers - bar none. After all, he sent Jesus to die on the cross for me, and that showed his faithfulness incarnate. I'm reminded that we have no right or cause to doubt God's faithfulness - just look to the cross if you ever find yourself doubting or worrying. God paid the ultimate price for you - willingly - so he is therefore powerful and willing to answer all prayers. All will do. Bar none.
Rock on; bring on Thursday.
TheWeeScottie
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Friday, October 06, 2006
George likes me!
I was absolutely thrilled yesterday to get a phone call from Asda saying they wanted to offer me a job. Not only in the department that I was wanting (Georges, clothing) but also the hours I was after. To say I'm thrilled is a bit of an understatement.
Back in July God said in one of my morning devotions that he would provide a job for me - but that I had to go out and look for it. Sitting here typing this blog post now, I can look back over the past 2 months and see with real joy that he's taught me more and more to trust him & go as he's led. It's not been easy at times, with the number of agencies that seem to have my details now, but it's been the promise that he'd provide a job for me that's kept me seeking him for strength & passion after him each day.
That doesn't stop now, in a way it becomes more important as I'll have a whole new environment to serve God in & I'll need to trust God for wisdom & humility to serve there each & every day afresh. So I'd appreciate it greatly if you could be praying for me starting Tuesday & Thursday next week on induction. I wholly believe God's put me there to serve him, so I need to be willing to have him use me - to step out of my comfort zone when he prompts me!
I was encouraged this morning that true wisdom comes from God - and God alone. If we're to serve God where he's put us, we need his wisdom to know how & where to show his truth & grace. With Asda in mind, am praying God prepares my heart for this time ahead. And for you too, ardent blogger; ask God to fill your mind and heart with the wisdom that he gives, and that you'd have discernment to know his wisdom from the twisted lies of the enemy. Only when we know God truth as the only truth there is, can he guide us in applying it.
TheWeeScottie
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Back in July God said in one of my morning devotions that he would provide a job for me - but that I had to go out and look for it. Sitting here typing this blog post now, I can look back over the past 2 months and see with real joy that he's taught me more and more to trust him & go as he's led. It's not been easy at times, with the number of agencies that seem to have my details now, but it's been the promise that he'd provide a job for me that's kept me seeking him for strength & passion after him each day.
That doesn't stop now, in a way it becomes more important as I'll have a whole new environment to serve God in & I'll need to trust God for wisdom & humility to serve there each & every day afresh. So I'd appreciate it greatly if you could be praying for me starting Tuesday & Thursday next week on induction. I wholly believe God's put me there to serve him, so I need to be willing to have him use me - to step out of my comfort zone when he prompts me!
I was encouraged this morning that true wisdom comes from God - and God alone. If we're to serve God where he's put us, we need his wisdom to know how & where to show his truth & grace. With Asda in mind, am praying God prepares my heart for this time ahead. And for you too, ardent blogger; ask God to fill your mind and heart with the wisdom that he gives, and that you'd have discernment to know his wisdom from the twisted lies of the enemy. Only when we know God truth as the only truth there is, can he guide us in applying it.
TheWeeScottie
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Tuesday, October 03, 2006
Using the in-between time
In background, Philip's just explained the gospel of Jesus Christ to a eunuch, resulting the eunuch becoming a Christian and being baptised. Philip then vanished from sight.
Here's the verse:
'Philip, however, appeared at Azotus and travelled about, preaching the gospel; in all the towns until he reached Caesarea.'
-- Acts 8v40 --
Philip appearead in Azotus. God had given him the end goal of Caesarea. and Philip needed to get there. This leaves 2 options - get there as soon as possible, or use the in-between time he's got from where he is, to when he get's to the goal. And he chooses to 'preach the gospel; in all the towns until he reached Caesarea.' In essence, he was given way-point/goal by God, and chose to use the time he had to glorify God where he was.
Most importantly to note, is that it was Philip's choice to do this. As it is with us.
Wherever we are - whether starting or going through uni, looking for or in a job, married, in a relationship, or single; we have been given this time today to honour God. But it is our choice. As many of you will know, I'm still looking for a job currently. I've been challenged this morning to use this time God's given me to glorify him. The next 2 years for me is a case of: Job, India, PGCE. You may know where God wants you in 2 years, or you may not know where he wants you next week. The wonderfully important thing to grasp is that you use this time God's given you now. Wherever you are, to glorify him.
It's your choice. See where he wants to take you today. Because guarenteed, he's waiting for you to take his hand & go where he leads you.
TheWeeScottie
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Here's the verse:
'Philip, however, appeared at Azotus and travelled about, preaching the gospel; in all the towns until he reached Caesarea.'
-- Acts 8v40 --
Philip appearead in Azotus. God had given him the end goal of Caesarea. and Philip needed to get there. This leaves 2 options - get there as soon as possible, or use the in-between time he's got from where he is, to when he get's to the goal. And he chooses to 'preach the gospel; in all the towns until he reached Caesarea.' In essence, he was given way-point/goal by God, and chose to use the time he had to glorify God where he was.
Most importantly to note, is that it was Philip's choice to do this. As it is with us.
Wherever we are - whether starting or going through uni, looking for or in a job, married, in a relationship, or single; we have been given this time today to honour God. But it is our choice. As many of you will know, I'm still looking for a job currently. I've been challenged this morning to use this time God's given me to glorify him. The next 2 years for me is a case of: Job, India, PGCE. You may know where God wants you in 2 years, or you may not know where he wants you next week. The wonderfully important thing to grasp is that you use this time God's given you now. Wherever you are, to glorify him.
It's your choice. See where he wants to take you today. Because guarenteed, he's waiting for you to take his hand & go where he leads you.
TheWeeScottie
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Sunday, October 01, 2006
"Oh, to see the dawn"
We sang this today in church and just wanted to share it. Good tune, fantastic words, thank you Stuart Townend and Keith Getty for writing it!
Verse 1
Oh, to see the dawn, Of the darkest day: Christ on the road to Calvary. Tried by sinful men, Torn and beaten, then, Nailed to a cross of wood.
Chorus
This, the power of the cross: Christ became sin for us. Took the blame, bore the wrath -We stand forgiven at the cross.
Verse 2
Oh, to see the pain, Written on Your face, Bearing the awesome weight of sin. Every bitter thought, Every evil deed, Crowning Your bloodstained brow.
Verse 3
Now the daylight flees, Now the ground beneath, Quakes as its Maker bows His head. Curtain torn in two, Dead are raised to life; 'Finished!' the victory cry.
Verse 4
Oh, to see my name, Written in the wounds, For through Your suffering I am free. Death is crushed to death, Life is mine to live, Won through Your selfless love.
Chorus 2
This, the power of the cross: Son of God - slain for us. What a love! What a cost! We stand forgiven at the cross.
TheWeeScottie
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Verse 1
Oh, to see the dawn, Of the darkest day: Christ on the road to Calvary. Tried by sinful men, Torn and beaten, then, Nailed to a cross of wood.
Chorus
This, the power of the cross: Christ became sin for us. Took the blame, bore the wrath -We stand forgiven at the cross.
Verse 2
Oh, to see the pain, Written on Your face, Bearing the awesome weight of sin. Every bitter thought, Every evil deed, Crowning Your bloodstained brow.
Verse 3
Now the daylight flees, Now the ground beneath, Quakes as its Maker bows His head. Curtain torn in two, Dead are raised to life; 'Finished!' the victory cry.
Verse 4
Oh, to see my name, Written in the wounds, For through Your suffering I am free. Death is crushed to death, Life is mine to live, Won through Your selfless love.
Chorus 2
This, the power of the cross: Son of God - slain for us. What a love! What a cost! We stand forgiven at the cross.
TheWeeScottie
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Thursday, September 28, 2006
Job Search Episode 3: The Interview Strikes back
Having made it through the tortuous group interview as Asda (we made towers of cards with beanie babies in them!) I'm waiting for a phone call to organise an interview to work in their Optical Department. I'm not sure when it's going to be, but am excited at the prospect of work! Please do pray I lift the entire thing up to God, and go into it knowing he is with me both during it & in the decision after.
In my quiet time this morning I really felt God pressing me to be humbly open to his leading at all times. I know there's a job out there for me, and that God'll point it out to me - I just hope and pray God helps me to be humble enough to accept what he puts before me.
TheWeeScottie
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In my quiet time this morning I really felt God pressing me to be humbly open to his leading at all times. I know there's a job out there for me, and that God'll point it out to me - I just hope and pray God helps me to be humble enough to accept what he puts before me.
TheWeeScottie
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Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Blogging to Worship God
I've just finished reading this article by Bob Kauflin called Blogging to Worship God and I really want to recommend it to all of you who read or write blogs. It's really made me think about my motivations behind blogging, what I'm seeking to achieve through my blog, and above all - am I seeking to glorify God through my blog's contents?
I found it challenging & thought-provoking. Making me think seriously about how often I check for comments, and whether at the base of it, I'm looking for my or God's glory through what I blog.
Bob Kauflin writes humbly and backs up his points from scripture. If you a) care for Jesus Christ as your Lord & Saviour, and b) want to glorify him, then have a read. Have an open heart & mind, test all he says by the Holy Spirit & take on board what he lays on your heart.
'So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God'
-- 1 Corinthians 10:31 --
Remember that blogging, if part of our lives, is part of our worship to God. Do it for his glory.
TheWeeScottie
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I found it challenging & thought-provoking. Making me think seriously about how often I check for comments, and whether at the base of it, I'm looking for my or God's glory through what I blog.
Bob Kauflin writes humbly and backs up his points from scripture. If you a) care for Jesus Christ as your Lord & Saviour, and b) want to glorify him, then have a read. Have an open heart & mind, test all he says by the Holy Spirit & take on board what he lays on your heart.
'So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God'
-- 1 Corinthians 10:31 --
Remember that blogging, if part of our lives, is part of our worship to God. Do it for his glory.
TheWeeScottie
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Sunday, September 24, 2006
Why do I not want to make time for God?
Reading Cat's blog just now reminded me of something that seems to be hitting home a lot lately; and that is, 'why do I not want to dedicate time to chill with God at times?'. Sometimes I seem so on fire for God, oozing his praise from every pore, and other times I get distracted by the merest thing & find myself making excuses not to spend time with him!
But that's totally crazy! We're talking about the God of the universe, eternal God, sovereign ruler, loving saviour, mighty victor; and the greatest friend I could ever hope for. And so this gets me thinking: what are the reasons and contributing factors to this lack of passion after God? Why is the passion there one minute, and not there the next?
Yet, I've already said it - getting distracted. The enemy's main aim in my life, I know, is to distract me from the guidance of God & to lead my thoughts down other avenues - sinful ones. And my thinking that it's not something I might label as 'a sin' is althemore dangerous! What is this? It's me trusting in my own understanding of events & my thinking; not trusting God for the discernment I desperately need to be able to know God's will from the enemy's temptations.
So back to the original question, 'why do I not want to dedicate time to chill with God at times?' When the enemy tries to redirect your thoughts from God & off onto something else, have you ever noticed that it always seems to be an enticing idea? It's never a case of just 'you could do this instead'. It's always that much more alluring or enticing, 'what about doing that - you know you like that, it makes you feel happy & feel good'.
Why do I seem to want the enemy's temptation over my soul's nurturing? Because often the desires of my mind have the frightening ability to over-rule the deep cry of my heart. But hang on a minute. That's sin. And in Christ, I'm free'd from sin. So why am I still wanting to do this? Because sin is all we knew before we knew Christ - we felt safe in it - it was well-known ground. To take Christ's hand each day and walk with him into sometimes unknown territory is a step we must make each and every day if we're wanting to go deeper into the faith & life of glory that he's called us to. So what can we do? The writer of Colossians puts it simply:
'Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature...'
-- Colossians 3v5 --
And how to put these things in our nature to death? Not in my strength, I know. Because each time I try that tack, I just fall right on my face, closely followed by the enemy going 'Hah!' at me. No, it has to be in God's strength alone, because above and beyond the power of sinful desire in your mind stands God's power & passion after his glory in your life. And that means the power to renew your mind! The writer of Romans calls to the reading believers:
'Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.'
-- Romans 12v2 --
Hang on, that said 'God's will - his good, pleasing and perfect will.' Yes, it did. Read it again. God's will is not boring, irrelevant or anything else the enemy may try to convince you of. It is powerful, awesome, and an immense priviledge to be part of. Don't let him convince you otherwise. I find he tries each & every day. For you maybe less so, but his aim is always the same - draw your trust and focus from God, place it in something else & then to let you founder when you wonder why your passion's gone.
God's spirit will transform your mind as you ask him, but I find more and more that there are practical steps we need to make to aid this! It's never a case of 'step back & let the spirit move' - no. That's laziness & arrogance to think we can order the spirit around. He works to the glory of the Father in our lives, not to pander to our desires. So, practical things? Schedule time in the day for him if you're not good at sitting down with him. If you make the time for God - show him you're willing - he'll teach you & draw you on after him. Other things I find help include calling out to God bluntly for passion after his name to do something for his glory! I've lost count of the pieces of coursework, lab experiments, coffee chats and conversations that've been grabbed by God & used for his glory because I handed the reins over to him.
Yet that's only part of the story. The enemy's still going to put tempting ideas in our minds. If we're to put the enemy's temptations to the side, then we need to fill our minds with the sheer awesomeness of God's plan & will. If you're given the option of a holiday in Swindon Town Centre compared with a paid holiday in the bahamas, which would you choose? I'd personally go for the Bahamas. Why that decision? Because I know it's the better choice! Likewise, if we're to choose time with God over something put forward by the enemy, we need to know in our hearts that time with spent with God is so much more valuable & worthwhile than whiling away our free time doing something else.
Enough of my thinking there I think, but I guess that's simply it; if I'm to choose time with God over the fleeting wasted time the enemy'd have me indulge in, I need to cherish the gloriousness of God, his surpassing greatness, his goodness, his love for me & recognise afresh - each and every day - that his plan for me is not boring or monotonous in the slightest. No! Each day holds fresh teaching & challenges straight from him. But am I willing to take them? I hope & pray so. And I hope and pray you do also.
TheWeeScottie
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But that's totally crazy! We're talking about the God of the universe, eternal God, sovereign ruler, loving saviour, mighty victor; and the greatest friend I could ever hope for. And so this gets me thinking: what are the reasons and contributing factors to this lack of passion after God? Why is the passion there one minute, and not there the next?
Yet, I've already said it - getting distracted. The enemy's main aim in my life, I know, is to distract me from the guidance of God & to lead my thoughts down other avenues - sinful ones. And my thinking that it's not something I might label as 'a sin' is althemore dangerous! What is this? It's me trusting in my own understanding of events & my thinking; not trusting God for the discernment I desperately need to be able to know God's will from the enemy's temptations.
So back to the original question, 'why do I not want to dedicate time to chill with God at times?' When the enemy tries to redirect your thoughts from God & off onto something else, have you ever noticed that it always seems to be an enticing idea? It's never a case of just 'you could do this instead'. It's always that much more alluring or enticing, 'what about doing that - you know you like that, it makes you feel happy & feel good'.
Why do I seem to want the enemy's temptation over my soul's nurturing? Because often the desires of my mind have the frightening ability to over-rule the deep cry of my heart. But hang on a minute. That's sin. And in Christ, I'm free'd from sin. So why am I still wanting to do this? Because sin is all we knew before we knew Christ - we felt safe in it - it was well-known ground. To take Christ's hand each day and walk with him into sometimes unknown territory is a step we must make each and every day if we're wanting to go deeper into the faith & life of glory that he's called us to. So what can we do? The writer of Colossians puts it simply:
'Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature...'
-- Colossians 3v5 --
And how to put these things in our nature to death? Not in my strength, I know. Because each time I try that tack, I just fall right on my face, closely followed by the enemy going 'Hah!' at me. No, it has to be in God's strength alone, because above and beyond the power of sinful desire in your mind stands God's power & passion after his glory in your life. And that means the power to renew your mind! The writer of Romans calls to the reading believers:
'Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.'
-- Romans 12v2 --
Hang on, that said 'God's will - his good, pleasing and perfect will.' Yes, it did. Read it again. God's will is not boring, irrelevant or anything else the enemy may try to convince you of. It is powerful, awesome, and an immense priviledge to be part of. Don't let him convince you otherwise. I find he tries each & every day. For you maybe less so, but his aim is always the same - draw your trust and focus from God, place it in something else & then to let you founder when you wonder why your passion's gone.
God's spirit will transform your mind as you ask him, but I find more and more that there are practical steps we need to make to aid this! It's never a case of 'step back & let the spirit move' - no. That's laziness & arrogance to think we can order the spirit around. He works to the glory of the Father in our lives, not to pander to our desires. So, practical things? Schedule time in the day for him if you're not good at sitting down with him. If you make the time for God - show him you're willing - he'll teach you & draw you on after him. Other things I find help include calling out to God bluntly for passion after his name to do something for his glory! I've lost count of the pieces of coursework, lab experiments, coffee chats and conversations that've been grabbed by God & used for his glory because I handed the reins over to him.
Yet that's only part of the story. The enemy's still going to put tempting ideas in our minds. If we're to put the enemy's temptations to the side, then we need to fill our minds with the sheer awesomeness of God's plan & will. If you're given the option of a holiday in Swindon Town Centre compared with a paid holiday in the bahamas, which would you choose? I'd personally go for the Bahamas. Why that decision? Because I know it's the better choice! Likewise, if we're to choose time with God over something put forward by the enemy, we need to know in our hearts that time with spent with God is so much more valuable & worthwhile than whiling away our free time doing something else.
Enough of my thinking there I think, but I guess that's simply it; if I'm to choose time with God over the fleeting wasted time the enemy'd have me indulge in, I need to cherish the gloriousness of God, his surpassing greatness, his goodness, his love for me & recognise afresh - each and every day - that his plan for me is not boring or monotonous in the slightest. No! Each day holds fresh teaching & challenges straight from him. But am I willing to take them? I hope & pray so. And I hope and pray you do also.
TheWeeScottie
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Monday, September 18, 2006
Spooks is back!
The new series started yesterday evening with a fantastic 2-part'er. Just as well we had BBC 3, is all I have to say! Not sure I could have waited until Tuesday at 9pm ;)
Looking forward to next Monday now for the next episode. *sighs* a whole 6 days...
TheWeeScottie
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Saturday, September 16, 2006
Connie won!
'How do you solve a problem like Maria?'
It's been virtually compulsory watching in the Caird household for the last x weeks, but it's now over.
Connie won, woo!!!!!!!! Nuff' said.
TheWeeScottie
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It's been virtually compulsory watching in the Caird household for the last x weeks, but it's now over.
Connie won, woo!!!!!!!! Nuff' said.
TheWeeScottie
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Thursday, September 14, 2006
Job Search Episode 2: The Search Continues...
Having badgered Dolby, I now I know I sadly didn't get the job with PCB work. Aaah well, onward goes the search! I've made some more applications and phone calls, so I'll keep searching. All the while, I'm reminded that God said earlier in the summer that he would provide a job for me - so why should I doubt him?
The resounding answer from my soul is that I shouldn't, though I can't see where the blessed job will come from! I know for certain that he will; a) answer all my prayers, and b) be totally faithful in all things I endeavour for him. But why trust? Simply this: you look to the cross.
And there, on that cursed tree, Jesus died for me. It was there and then that God's love and faithfulness were shown incarnate in Jesus death for me.
So, why doubt him? I see no reason :)
Onward with the search!!
TheWeeScottie
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The resounding answer from my soul is that I shouldn't, though I can't see where the blessed job will come from! I know for certain that he will; a) answer all my prayers, and b) be totally faithful in all things I endeavour for him. But why trust? Simply this: you look to the cross.
And there, on that cursed tree, Jesus died for me. It was there and then that God's love and faithfulness were shown incarnate in Jesus death for me.
So, why doubt him? I see no reason :)
Onward with the search!!
TheWeeScottie
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Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Nothing? Absoultely nothing!
This evening I got a text from a friend asking me for the passage that talks about nothing being able to separate us from the love of God; here it is:
'For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present or the future, neither any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.'
-- Romans 8v38-39 --
Here is a passionate follower of Jesus, stating his faith to his brothers and sisters in Christ. He is not merely re-telling stories or repeating carefully memorised truths from the depths of his memories. No, he is speaking of the power of the love of God, in Jesus, from the depths of his heart - fresh as the dew at dawn. And in the heat of being on fire for God, he speaks of what cannot separate us from the love of God! Time for a whistle-stop tour of his statement.
Neither:
Death, nor life: Not how we are now, or how we shall be after death can separate us from God's love.
Angels nor Demons: Not the creatures that serve God night and day, nor the ones he threw out of heaven when they set their minds to overthrow him. Neither of these sets of angelic/demonic beings can separate us from God's love.
Present nor the future: Not what we're going through now, or what events lie ahead of us - sin included, can separate us from God's love.
Any powers: Not even the power of the devil himself can separate you from the love of God.
Height nor Depth: Even if you're on the other side of the world, in the deepest canyon, the darkest hole, or on the highest mountain; distance is no obstacle to the love of God, nor is it a hinderance to his covenant with you.
Anything else in all creation: And just when you'd thought the writer had exhausted the possibilities, he states the gloriously wonderful truth - that nothing else can separate us from the love of God - nothing in all creation. Nothing man-formed, man-said, nature-derived or anything else.
But why can nothing separate us from the love of God? The writer concludes by saying:
'...will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord'
When Jesus died on the cross, he sealed his love for us there and then for eternity. Not, so that one day sin could take it from us, or that someone's scathing remark could make us doubt it, or that a personal tragedy should prove his love otherwise. Though it's hard to see at times, God's love for you stands firm throughout all things; often, most poignantly, when we need to trust it the most. I'm reminded of the wonderful hymn that has the line:
'I will not trust the sweetest 'frain, but wholly lean on Jesus' name.'
This is the essence of the hope we hold in Jesus! Our hope and salvation stands on the love of God giving to us the one thing that this world and all its evil cannot take from us; his love. So don't believe the enemy's lies, God's love stands as firmly for you now as it always has.
Be encouraged, that nothing in this world, under or over it has the power to separate you from the love of God. Why? Because it's in Jesus sacrifice that it was sealed for us.
TheWeeScottie
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'For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present or the future, neither any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.'
-- Romans 8v38-39 --
Here is a passionate follower of Jesus, stating his faith to his brothers and sisters in Christ. He is not merely re-telling stories or repeating carefully memorised truths from the depths of his memories. No, he is speaking of the power of the love of God, in Jesus, from the depths of his heart - fresh as the dew at dawn. And in the heat of being on fire for God, he speaks of what cannot separate us from the love of God! Time for a whistle-stop tour of his statement.
Neither:
Death, nor life: Not how we are now, or how we shall be after death can separate us from God's love.
Angels nor Demons: Not the creatures that serve God night and day, nor the ones he threw out of heaven when they set their minds to overthrow him. Neither of these sets of angelic/demonic beings can separate us from God's love.
Present nor the future: Not what we're going through now, or what events lie ahead of us - sin included, can separate us from God's love.
Any powers: Not even the power of the devil himself can separate you from the love of God.
Height nor Depth: Even if you're on the other side of the world, in the deepest canyon, the darkest hole, or on the highest mountain; distance is no obstacle to the love of God, nor is it a hinderance to his covenant with you.
Anything else in all creation: And just when you'd thought the writer had exhausted the possibilities, he states the gloriously wonderful truth - that nothing else can separate us from the love of God - nothing in all creation. Nothing man-formed, man-said, nature-derived or anything else.
But why can nothing separate us from the love of God? The writer concludes by saying:
'...will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord'
When Jesus died on the cross, he sealed his love for us there and then for eternity. Not, so that one day sin could take it from us, or that someone's scathing remark could make us doubt it, or that a personal tragedy should prove his love otherwise. Though it's hard to see at times, God's love for you stands firm throughout all things; often, most poignantly, when we need to trust it the most. I'm reminded of the wonderful hymn that has the line:
'I will not trust the sweetest 'frain, but wholly lean on Jesus' name.'
This is the essence of the hope we hold in Jesus! Our hope and salvation stands on the love of God giving to us the one thing that this world and all its evil cannot take from us; his love. So don't believe the enemy's lies, God's love stands as firmly for you now as it always has.
Be encouraged, that nothing in this world, under or over it has the power to separate you from the love of God. Why? Because it's in Jesus sacrifice that it was sealed for us.
TheWeeScottie
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Wednesday, September 06, 2006
5.45am
'Ah, Sovereign Lord, You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and outstretched atm. Nothing is too hard for you.'
-- Jeremiah 32v17 --
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Weddings, wine and waxing lyrical with old mates
Have finally got round to writing about this weekend just passed! It involved leaving on Friday to embark on a joyous 7 hour train journey to Edinburgh. On the way up I had a text conversation with a friend of mine in Stirling called EmJ (Whizz Kids team '06) and we arranged to meet up in Edinburgh when I got there. Bargain! So we caught up over a drink in a fancy shmansee restaraunt (noovoh cuisine and all that) and then carried onto my friend Ross (Gap Year Pal) and waxed lyrical till the wee hours.
Not the best idea in retrospect, as was up 5.30-6am to get ready to leave for the wedding. But there you go.
The wedding was fab, seeing Pete and Fran looking awesome, and once again seeing God at the centre of the wedding. I've never got over how much more beautiful a christian couple looks when they're joined in God's presence & for his glory. I guess it's because they know they've got him smiling on them, rooting them on, and guiding them by his hand. One day, I hope and pray I'll know this too!
Much Ceileidgh'ing (Scottish dancing, you English people don't know what you're missing! ;) later, Ross and I headed off back to Edinburgh via Nethy (my home away from home, Gap year place) and just enjoyed being there again. Who knows, one day I might end up back there. Ross and I continue to joke that once we're done with the 'real world' we'll go back and become instuctors!
After church in the morning, I grabbed a train home and managed to get back mid-evening as the train was delayed - of all things, by someone jay-walking on the track! It made me smile, anyhoo ;) Just in time, I found, to get a good chat with the couple that run the school I'll be working in next February! What a coincidence, eh?
Right, without further ado, the day calls. We've already dug up the drive and placed 20 feet of anti-weed matting down, but there's more to do!! Like rest, for one thing...
Shall keep you all up to date on the job status - I get phoned back by Dolby hopefully by the end of the week. Exciting stuff!! Oh yeah, the interview went really well. Quite enjoyed it, and shall post about the job itself if the answer's a 'yes'.
In the words of the immortal dude wot was once in a film, 'blog it again, Sam'
TheWeeScottie
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Not the best idea in retrospect, as was up 5.30-6am to get ready to leave for the wedding. But there you go.
The wedding was fab, seeing Pete and Fran looking awesome, and once again seeing God at the centre of the wedding. I've never got over how much more beautiful a christian couple looks when they're joined in God's presence & for his glory. I guess it's because they know they've got him smiling on them, rooting them on, and guiding them by his hand. One day, I hope and pray I'll know this too!
Much Ceileidgh'ing (Scottish dancing, you English people don't know what you're missing! ;) later, Ross and I headed off back to Edinburgh via Nethy (my home away from home, Gap year place) and just enjoyed being there again. Who knows, one day I might end up back there. Ross and I continue to joke that once we're done with the 'real world' we'll go back and become instuctors!
After church in the morning, I grabbed a train home and managed to get back mid-evening as the train was delayed - of all things, by someone jay-walking on the track! It made me smile, anyhoo ;) Just in time, I found, to get a good chat with the couple that run the school I'll be working in next February! What a coincidence, eh?
Right, without further ado, the day calls. We've already dug up the drive and placed 20 feet of anti-weed matting down, but there's more to do!! Like rest, for one thing...
Shall keep you all up to date on the job status - I get phoned back by Dolby hopefully by the end of the week. Exciting stuff!! Oh yeah, the interview went really well. Quite enjoyed it, and shall post about the job itself if the answer's a 'yes'.
In the words of the immortal dude wot was once in a film, 'blog it again, Sam'
TheWeeScottie
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Monday, September 04, 2006
The way for me to go
New poem hot off the press, man I just love how God takes something like simply playing worship music and turns it into worship! Totally mad I know, but then, that's our God!! :D
The Way for me to go
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The Way for me to go
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The way for me to go
Just playing a song in a worship book, the name I forget, but the theme of Jesus dying for us before we even knew him, stuck in my head. This poem/song's the overflow that came from writing it down.
The Way for me to go
'You did not wait for me to come
to stand at calvary's tree
nor hear the words you sought to hear
that I would follow thee
but took the shame upon yourself
that rightly clung to me
that I might one day see the way
you paved for me to go
You did not wait for them to come
to hear you words of life
nor hide yourself from hungry souls
that wallowed in their strife
but gave yourself each day afresh
to open wide their eyes
that that day they might see the way
you paved for them to go
You did not wait for me to come
into this world of sin
nor grow enough to understand
the state my soul was in
but gave your life for me before
sin's clutches I was in
that I might one day see the way
you paved for me to go
You did not wait for them to see
their scorning of your way
nor hold back grace from sinners' hearts
that bid you die that day
and with that cry you bade him grant
'forgive them what they say'
that they might one day walk the way
you paved for them to go
May I not ignore what I now see
the cost that you once paid
nor hold back the freedom, bought for me
when Jesus' body lay
upon that cross, 'It's done', the cry
no longer there he stayed
for three days on he rose again
and showed the way to go
No longer may I wait to run
into my saviour's arms
and put to death the sin and shame
that come with satan's charms
Held not by death, nor sin or guilt
I see your nail-scarred palms
and see afresh the way ahead,
show me to the way to go.'
The Way for me to go
'You did not wait for me to come
to stand at calvary's tree
nor hear the words you sought to hear
that I would follow thee
but took the shame upon yourself
that rightly clung to me
that I might one day see the way
you paved for me to go
You did not wait for them to come
to hear you words of life
nor hide yourself from hungry souls
that wallowed in their strife
but gave yourself each day afresh
to open wide their eyes
that that day they might see the way
you paved for them to go
You did not wait for me to come
into this world of sin
nor grow enough to understand
the state my soul was in
but gave your life for me before
sin's clutches I was in
that I might one day see the way
you paved for me to go
You did not wait for them to see
their scorning of your way
nor hold back grace from sinners' hearts
that bid you die that day
and with that cry you bade him grant
'forgive them what they say'
that they might one day walk the way
you paved for them to go
May I not ignore what I now see
the cost that you once paid
nor hold back the freedom, bought for me
when Jesus' body lay
upon that cross, 'It's done', the cry
no longer there he stayed
for three days on he rose again
and showed the way to go
No longer may I wait to run
into my saviour's arms
and put to death the sin and shame
that come with satan's charms
Held not by death, nor sin or guilt
I see your nail-scarred palms
and see afresh the way ahead,
show me to the way to go.'
Friday, September 01, 2006
job interview? err... *ahem*
Thank you to all of you who faithfully prayed for me with my interview at Dolby this morning. The prayer was greatly appreciated! However, there was a teeny hitch...
The interview was yesterday.
Umm... yeah. But thankfully they were more than accomodating, did not brandish sharp spiky things and interrogate me as to where I was yesterday at 9am (in bed, if I remember correctly) but instead kindly offered me another interview next week on Tuesday the 5th.
So yes, all in all it's become a significantly more quiet morning, I'm now off to pack my bags for this weekend. Scotland calls to me, and I must answer!! I've the wedding of one of my Abernethy Gap Year pals to attend in Elgin, and I'm thoroughly looking forward to it! It'll be great to catch up with everybody, some of which I haven't seen in 3 years! Many pictures will be taken, and I'm kindly being given bed and board by my good friend Ross Yarrow in Edinburgh.
So, toodle-oo and pip-pip. I'll be back Sunday evening.
TheWeeScottie
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The interview was yesterday.
Umm... yeah. But thankfully they were more than accomodating, did not brandish sharp spiky things and interrogate me as to where I was yesterday at 9am (in bed, if I remember correctly) but instead kindly offered me another interview next week on Tuesday the 5th.
So yes, all in all it's become a significantly more quiet morning, I'm now off to pack my bags for this weekend. Scotland calls to me, and I must answer!! I've the wedding of one of my Abernethy Gap Year pals to attend in Elgin, and I'm thoroughly looking forward to it! It'll be great to catch up with everybody, some of which I haven't seen in 3 years! Many pictures will be taken, and I'm kindly being given bed and board by my good friend Ross Yarrow in Edinburgh.
So, toodle-oo and pip-pip. I'll be back Sunday evening.
TheWeeScottie
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Tuesday, August 29, 2006
Discoveries in data entry
I've only had 4 days of doing data entry, yet already God's shown me that if I am to honour him in the mundane, boring and every-day un-inspiring things of my life, then I need to do it with a passion after his name!
Colossians 3v23-24 says:
'Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for me, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.'
In fact, this data entry is in one light how the world sees it; a boring monotonous way to earn money. But from the perspective of a Christian, someone who has seen and will continue to see the goodness of God worked out in their life, this is an opportunity to serve God with a passion after his name.
I wholeheartedly admit that it's not been easy all the time to work hard at it, but therein lies another truth - we can do nothing if it is in our strength! I've discovered this through finals, coursework, the saga of my gran, and in my everyday battles with the enemy for guidance in my heart.
So as another day of data entry lies ahead of me, I am honestly joyful in my heart that God's provided this work for me - because it is something I can invest my passion after him in. I urge you, take whatever God's laid before you in the day, give it up to him, and seek to use it for his glory. He's promised to inspire you in all areas of your life, if you'll seek after him!
Make this day his, and see where he leads you.
TheWeeScottie
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Colossians 3v23-24 says:
'Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for me, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.'
In fact, this data entry is in one light how the world sees it; a boring monotonous way to earn money. But from the perspective of a Christian, someone who has seen and will continue to see the goodness of God worked out in their life, this is an opportunity to serve God with a passion after his name.
I wholeheartedly admit that it's not been easy all the time to work hard at it, but therein lies another truth - we can do nothing if it is in our strength! I've discovered this through finals, coursework, the saga of my gran, and in my everyday battles with the enemy for guidance in my heart.
So as another day of data entry lies ahead of me, I am honestly joyful in my heart that God's provided this work for me - because it is something I can invest my passion after him in. I urge you, take whatever God's laid before you in the day, give it up to him, and seek to use it for his glory. He's promised to inspire you in all areas of your life, if you'll seek after him!
Make this day his, and see where he leads you.
TheWeeScottie
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Tuesday, August 22, 2006
Day one of data entry
All I can say, is Hurrah for God's inspiration in work when you ask him for it! :D I've just had a fab, productive day working on the database, setting up my desktop and lappy in tandem so I can read on one and type on the other, and it's working a treat.
Data entry may be labelled by most as a down-right boring, monotonous job. And they're right on the whole. But, even in the mosr mundane situations, God's glory is to be saught and given to him - and databasing is one of those situations! I found that each time I asked God to give me passion after his name, and in glorifying his name through the data entry, that I had such joy in doing it!
A verse my friend Anneke shared with me a while back sums this up perfectly:
'Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.'
-- Colossians 3v23-24 --
From this experience of mine in work, both now and in exam revision, and lab work, to go about it remembering that is for his glory that we are here! And what a priviledge it is to remember that you have been chosen by GOD to serve him! He could have chosen angels to work on his behalf to humans, but he chose you and I, the 'humble things of this world to shame the wise' (reference unknown).
It's insanity squared, and it baffles me intensely, but I know it to be true. It's not just a case of seeing it i the bible, because a book can say anything. But seeing God's faithfulness, power and love leap up out of the pages and into my life confirms his sovereignty, goodness, and passion in my life. It's because of him that I can stand here today and say with full confidence that Jesus Christ is Lord!
And to that end, that glorious and wonderful end of serving Christ, I hope and pray that that he continues to inspire me to enter data to his glory.
Bring on day 2 :)
TheWeeScottie
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Data entry may be labelled by most as a down-right boring, monotonous job. And they're right on the whole. But, even in the mosr mundane situations, God's glory is to be saught and given to him - and databasing is one of those situations! I found that each time I asked God to give me passion after his name, and in glorifying his name through the data entry, that I had such joy in doing it!
A verse my friend Anneke shared with me a while back sums this up perfectly:
'Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.'
-- Colossians 3v23-24 --
From this experience of mine in work, both now and in exam revision, and lab work, to go about it remembering that is for his glory that we are here! And what a priviledge it is to remember that you have been chosen by GOD to serve him! He could have chosen angels to work on his behalf to humans, but he chose you and I, the 'humble things of this world to shame the wise' (reference unknown).
It's insanity squared, and it baffles me intensely, but I know it to be true. It's not just a case of seeing it i the bible, because a book can say anything. But seeing God's faithfulness, power and love leap up out of the pages and into my life confirms his sovereignty, goodness, and passion in my life. It's because of him that I can stand here today and say with full confidence that Jesus Christ is Lord!
And to that end, that glorious and wonderful end of serving Christ, I hope and pray that that he continues to inspire me to enter data to his glory.
Bring on day 2 :)
TheWeeScottie
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Follow-up to Sunday
This is only a brief post, just to say WOW! The difference was palpable in the service. My desire to hear God speak was greater, my alertness in prayer increased, and my freedom in worship... well... free-er!
This past Sunday was a real blessing; on SO many levels! Not only in the service, but also afterwards. Let me explain. It's so easy to let Sunday just be a 'morning' thing - go along to the service, hear the preacher, sing the songs, smile and chat afterwards, then go home. This Sunday was a case of going home after the service and really wanting to come back in the evening - I was thirsty for more!!
Thinking about this as an observer, looking at myself (this is the way my mind works!) this has to be the result of an attitude change. I find that only when you're willing and wanting to hear to hear God speak, you are thirsty after him for more of his truth.
I propose this, therefore... not only Saturday evening, but Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. If one chapter of God-glorifying book or scripture can do this much to my focus in one day, imagine what a chapter a day for the week would do!
More to follow as I seek to condense the main points of Stop dating the Church into one blog post, and realise that when I write 'short' at the top of a blog post, it usually ends up not being.
TheWeeScottie
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This past Sunday was a real blessing; on SO many levels! Not only in the service, but also afterwards. Let me explain. It's so easy to let Sunday just be a 'morning' thing - go along to the service, hear the preacher, sing the songs, smile and chat afterwards, then go home. This Sunday was a case of going home after the service and really wanting to come back in the evening - I was thirsty for more!!
Thinking about this as an observer, looking at myself (this is the way my mind works!) this has to be the result of an attitude change. I find that only when you're willing and wanting to hear to hear God speak, you are thirsty after him for more of his truth.
I propose this, therefore... not only Saturday evening, but Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. If one chapter of God-glorifying book or scripture can do this much to my focus in one day, imagine what a chapter a day for the week would do!
More to follow as I seek to condense the main points of Stop dating the Church into one blog post, and realise that when I write 'short' at the top of a blog post, it usually ends up not being.
TheWeeScottie
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Positronic net-powered entry
As of this morning I am now a data entry clerk for the University of Bournemouth! Huzzah, I hear you cry! Yes indeed, dear reader. I'm loving, more and more, the way that God answers prayer! I sat in the car on the way back from church on Sunday and realised just how daft I'd been in getting worried about jobs. I'd allowed my financial situation to take my focus off God, who'd said a month ago or so that he would provide work for me - but I needed to trust him in the mean time!
It's often not easy when your bank account looks a tad bare, but it's then that you've got to rememeber that God's promised to provide for all you need. And even when you're needing something or going through a tough spot, we're called to lift our eyes to our Lord and Saviour and praise him:
'Though the fig tree does not bud
and there are no grapes on the vines,
though the olive crop fails
and the fields produce no food,
though there are no sheep in the pen
and no cattle in the stalls,
yet I will rejoice in the LORD,
I will be joyful in God my Savior'
--Habakkuk 3v17-18--
It seems to bizzarre initially, to be praising God in the midst of something tough, or a something that's distinctly un-praise-worthy. That's because it's not the situation we praise though; we're called to praise God! And no matter the severity or breadth of the situation, God promises to bring us through it, often one step at a time, but right to the other side.
We serve a mighty, powerful, loving and faithful God. This is shown in no greater or more profound moment in mystery that when he sent Jesus to die on the cross for us.
So as I embark into the wonderful world of data entry, I'm hoping and praying that I keep this in mind:
'Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.'
--Colossians 3v23-24:--
Battle onwards guys, the road may seem tough, but we have the best guide imaginable at our side - and he knows the way.
P.S. I'll now be online 9-5, and most likely will have messenger running, so feel free to nip online for a chat! :D
TheWeeScottie
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It's often not easy when your bank account looks a tad bare, but it's then that you've got to rememeber that God's promised to provide for all you need. And even when you're needing something or going through a tough spot, we're called to lift our eyes to our Lord and Saviour and praise him:
'Though the fig tree does not bud
and there are no grapes on the vines,
though the olive crop fails
and the fields produce no food,
though there are no sheep in the pen
and no cattle in the stalls,
yet I will rejoice in the LORD,
I will be joyful in God my Savior'
--Habakkuk 3v17-18--
It seems to bizzarre initially, to be praising God in the midst of something tough, or a something that's distinctly un-praise-worthy. That's because it's not the situation we praise though; we're called to praise God! And no matter the severity or breadth of the situation, God promises to bring us through it, often one step at a time, but right to the other side.
We serve a mighty, powerful, loving and faithful God. This is shown in no greater or more profound moment in mystery that when he sent Jesus to die on the cross for us.
So as I embark into the wonderful world of data entry, I'm hoping and praying that I keep this in mind:
'Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.'
--Colossians 3v23-24:--
Battle onwards guys, the road may seem tough, but we have the best guide imaginable at our side - and he knows the way.
P.S. I'll now be online 9-5, and most likely will have messenger running, so feel free to nip online for a chat! :D
TheWeeScottie
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Saturday, August 19, 2006
Prepare for Sundays?
I'm most of the way through reading Josh Harris' 'Stop dating the church' and he quotes a pastor he knows, who challenges you on how you view Sunday - and how you prepare for it. The question he put forward, that hit me earlier today, was what I get up to on Saturday evening. He'd found that what you feed your mind on Saturday evening is often what occupies your mind the next morning.
He has a strong point, I feel. If you don't take a time to step back and remember that Sunday is often our most prime day in the week for teaching and fellowship, we risk accidentally relegating Sunday to mere routine. i.e. get up, go to church, tick the box, get on with the day as if it were any other. Considering this, I've decided to put his point to the test and see what turning off the TV (or 'idiot box', as my grandpa puts it), and see what reading a wholesome book, that is good for the soul does for my mind - both last thing at night as I try to get to sleep - and first thing in the morning. Not to mention an early night, so you're physically refreshed and awake to both hear God speak during the day, but also to obey him!
More to follow as I see what the difference is on the morro. I will hopefully blog this topic in more detail in the next 2 days or so, as I've been a firm believer in keeping Sundays work-free for the past 3 years of Uni life, keeping God first, and he's not let me down in that time.
Until next time: good night fellow bloggers :)
TheWeeScottie
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He has a strong point, I feel. If you don't take a time to step back and remember that Sunday is often our most prime day in the week for teaching and fellowship, we risk accidentally relegating Sunday to mere routine. i.e. get up, go to church, tick the box, get on with the day as if it were any other. Considering this, I've decided to put his point to the test and see what turning off the TV (or 'idiot box', as my grandpa puts it), and see what reading a wholesome book, that is good for the soul does for my mind - both last thing at night as I try to get to sleep - and first thing in the morning. Not to mention an early night, so you're physically refreshed and awake to both hear God speak during the day, but also to obey him!
More to follow as I see what the difference is on the morro. I will hopefully blog this topic in more detail in the next 2 days or so, as I've been a firm believer in keeping Sundays work-free for the past 3 years of Uni life, keeping God first, and he's not let me down in that time.
Until next time: good night fellow bloggers :)
TheWeeScottie
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Friday, August 18, 2006
What are the odds?
5 O's, but man I love scrabble! Despite that playing my mum means a 90% chance of learning humility via letters ;)
Just what do you do with 5 O's, and E & an M? And yes, Mooooo was my first idea!
TheWeeScottie
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Thursday, August 17, 2006
Yaaaaarrr, that treasure be mine!
In true Piratey fashion, I've introduced this post, so it's only right that I explain why I'm more in the mood to swash some buckles than normal. The local AD (amateur dramatical) society is putting on a pantomime loosely based on 'Treasure Island', (loosely, because the writers got their research from watching 'Muppet Treasure Island' and 'Treasure Planet'!). Anyhoo, quite how I don't know, but after turning up with my mum to auditions yesterday, we've both come away with parts!!
So, as of yesterday evening, I am now the timber-shivvering Long John Silver; complete with peg leg and hook for a hand (they cost me an arm and a leg! Yes, that's one of my lines!!) The 3 performances are in the first week of December, I'd guess on the Thurs, Fri and Sat evenings.
If you're interested in seeing me act with a broad cornish accent next to my panto dame wife who towers over me by a clear foot, leave a comment on this post or email me!!
As for Mr. Silver, I'm thinking of taking a leaf out of Jack Sparrow's style and having him slightly wide-eyed and crazy-looking!
As you can see above, I'm working on it ;)
More to follow as dates and my insanity progress.
TheWeeScottie
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So, as of yesterday evening, I am now the timber-shivvering Long John Silver; complete with peg leg and hook for a hand (they cost me an arm and a leg! Yes, that's one of my lines!!) The 3 performances are in the first week of December, I'd guess on the Thurs, Fri and Sat evenings.
If you're interested in seeing me act with a broad cornish accent next to my panto dame wife who towers over me by a clear foot, leave a comment on this post or email me!!
As for Mr. Silver, I'm thinking of taking a leaf out of Jack Sparrow's style and having him slightly wide-eyed and crazy-looking!
As you can see above, I'm working on it ;)
More to follow as dates and my insanity progress.
TheWeeScottie
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Tuesday, August 15, 2006
Lyrics and stuff
Man I just love the way God takes hold of something you hear or see. Taking something mundane and normal and turning into a point of sheer inspiration. And it's often the simplest of things! I was listening to a song the other day, though I can't remember the name of it, and I ended up with the following lyrics for the chorus:
'You know the me I often hide,
the me inside
you know the way i really feel
the looks I sometimes steal
you know the pain i hold up still
the way it really feels
yet love me just the same,
claim me in your name
and take my side when all I've left
lies in tatters at my feet
my friend'
...and that's it in a nutshell - God's love is beyond what we can understand. For so many of us, our true selves can be so deeply covered and hidden, and yet God looks at our inmost heart - the one we hide from any or everybody, sees our sinfulness and doubt at times. And draws us to him, smiling. It's darn painful at times to let him do it, yet when you allow God to look at you as you are, you realise what you knew all along - he loves you continually, and whole-hearyedly. Why? Because we're his, and that's the simple fact. Mind-blowing, but that's the God we love and serve and brothers and sisters of Christ. This is the mighty and powerful, yet tenderly loving God who we have been called to serve and love.
Could there be anyone better to lead us on through the easy and tough of our lives? I can't think of anyone I'd rather have.
TheWeeScottie
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'You know the me I often hide,
the me inside
you know the way i really feel
the looks I sometimes steal
you know the pain i hold up still
the way it really feels
yet love me just the same,
claim me in your name
and take my side when all I've left
lies in tatters at my feet
my friend'
...and that's it in a nutshell - God's love is beyond what we can understand. For so many of us, our true selves can be so deeply covered and hidden, and yet God looks at our inmost heart - the one we hide from any or everybody, sees our sinfulness and doubt at times. And draws us to him, smiling. It's darn painful at times to let him do it, yet when you allow God to look at you as you are, you realise what you knew all along - he loves you continually, and whole-hearyedly. Why? Because we're his, and that's the simple fact. Mind-blowing, but that's the God we love and serve and brothers and sisters of Christ. This is the mighty and powerful, yet tenderly loving God who we have been called to serve and love.
Could there be anyone better to lead us on through the easy and tough of our lives? I can't think of anyone I'd rather have.
TheWeeScottie
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Sunday, August 06, 2006
Church Holiday Club!
Hey ho all, it's that time of year again and I'm so looking forward to it!! I'm not allowed to lead a group sadly as I'm not a church member (not because of my child-minding skills, but maybe that's for the better) but I'm allowed to be a group helper, so I'm soon to don my loud hawaiian shirt and baggy shorts for the 'Seaside Rock' week starting tomorrow from Monday til Friday.
Above all I'm hoping and praying that God'd use me among the young people, to the glory of name there. Fun and games are dead important, but I know that this is such an awesome opportunity for them to hear the gospel and, God-willing, receive it! Thanks everyone, expect posts to follow with progress reports of sorts, and maybe some passage posts as I've heard some quality stuff lately!
TTFN :)
TheWeeScottie
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Above all I'm hoping and praying that God'd use me among the young people, to the glory of name there. Fun and games are dead important, but I know that this is such an awesome opportunity for them to hear the gospel and, God-willing, receive it! Thanks everyone, expect posts to follow with progress reports of sorts, and maybe some passage posts as I've heard some quality stuff lately!
TTFN :)
TheWeeScottie
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Thursday, August 03, 2006
the path ahead
This one's for you; Ceryn, Jess, Ed, Drew, Paul and Nu :)
the path ahead
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the path ahead
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the path ahead
This dislogue came to me very much with my friends Ceryn, Ed, Jess, Drew and Paul in mind as they prepare to take a year out in discipleship on Relay. Keep your focus on him guys; let him guide your steps (Prov3v5-6).
'I stood at the foot of the path. I looked back, knowing I'd got this far, and looked forward. But what WAS coming next? I mean, I knew what was coming up but I just felt so unprepared! How would I pay for that, or where would I stay, or how could I look after myself. Just then, as my mind raced with all those things, I tripped. He stopped with me though, taking my hand as I fell. 'But it's such a BIG step!' I said, with apprehension in my voice. 'I mean, how WILL I do, or pay, or work, or... or...' He waited patiently while I stuttered, struggling to get the words out. 'Did I ever say that this path would be easy, my precious one?' 'Well, no, but there just seems so MUCH of it! I mean, there's the work and the money and... and...' He sat down and moved me next to him. 'When have you been without what you've needed?' I pondered this for a moment. Before I could even form a reply he said 'when have you been without what you're REALLY needed?' I looked at my shoes, scuffing them on the road. I looked up. 'What's that?', I replied. He smiled; that same smile he holds for no time in particular, and every time he sees it. It being that spark of recognition as the truth sinks in once more that what I've always needed, and have had when I've really need it, has been him. The stark truth of this, of him and his faithfulness, sunk in afresh, and I let it wash over me. I glanced up the road again. 'You knew I'd do this, didn't you?' 'Of course', it was all I needed to hear. He knew this'd happen, and yet kept walking with me. I'd never understand that about him... 'and I knew you'd need to hear this,' he continued, 'you always do!' 'Doesn't mean I love you any less though; I can't' It suddenly occurred to me, 'but how did you know?' He turned to me, and said 'because I know you. You are mine. And neither my love, nor my faithfulness, nor my desire to see you grow in me and follow where I guide you, will ever change. THAT is my love for you.' I looked back up the path, and saw for the first time in a while that at the end of it stood a magnificent emerald gate. And beyond that, a sight that I couldn't put into words - it was beyond my imagination. I jumped to my feet, to find him there, beckoning me on with him. 'come with me,' he said, 'trust me with what's ahead.' I looked down, saw his feet standing square next to mine. I tightened my grip on his hand, noticed that patient smile of his; and took that step. '
'I stood at the foot of the path. I looked back, knowing I'd got this far, and looked forward. But what WAS coming next? I mean, I knew what was coming up but I just felt so unprepared! How would I pay for that, or where would I stay, or how could I look after myself. Just then, as my mind raced with all those things, I tripped. He stopped with me though, taking my hand as I fell. 'But it's such a BIG step!' I said, with apprehension in my voice. 'I mean, how WILL I do, or pay, or work, or... or...' He waited patiently while I stuttered, struggling to get the words out. 'Did I ever say that this path would be easy, my precious one?' 'Well, no, but there just seems so MUCH of it! I mean, there's the work and the money and... and...' He sat down and moved me next to him. 'When have you been without what you've needed?' I pondered this for a moment. Before I could even form a reply he said 'when have you been without what you're REALLY needed?' I looked at my shoes, scuffing them on the road. I looked up. 'What's that?', I replied. He smiled; that same smile he holds for no time in particular, and every time he sees it. It being that spark of recognition as the truth sinks in once more that what I've always needed, and have had when I've really need it, has been him. The stark truth of this, of him and his faithfulness, sunk in afresh, and I let it wash over me. I glanced up the road again. 'You knew I'd do this, didn't you?' 'Of course', it was all I needed to hear. He knew this'd happen, and yet kept walking with me. I'd never understand that about him... 'and I knew you'd need to hear this,' he continued, 'you always do!' 'Doesn't mean I love you any less though; I can't' It suddenly occurred to me, 'but how did you know?' He turned to me, and said 'because I know you. You are mine. And neither my love, nor my faithfulness, nor my desire to see you grow in me and follow where I guide you, will ever change. THAT is my love for you.' I looked back up the path, and saw for the first time in a while that at the end of it stood a magnificent emerald gate. And beyond that, a sight that I couldn't put into words - it was beyond my imagination. I jumped to my feet, to find him there, beckoning me on with him. 'come with me,' he said, 'trust me with what's ahead.' I looked down, saw his feet standing square next to mine. I tightened my grip on his hand, noticed that patient smile of his; and took that step. '
Tuesday, August 01, 2006
Back from Bude
Yes, after 7 days of sun, sea and sand (as well as Sudoku, Sewing, Snoozing and other things beginning with 'S') I'm now back in lovely ol' Swindon. Sadly my camera was AWOL for most of the week, so I can't post many pics, however once I've scoured my phone I'll post the 5-6 I managed to snap!
My dad went into holiday overdrive, and ended up hiring body-boards (surf board for me!) and wetsuits for us for the whole week, so we got about 5 days in the surf. I really wish I could have surfed more as I was beginning to direct the board by the end of the week! So, if any of you fancy a week away in Cornwall next year in the Summer, just give me a buzz ;)
Apart from surfing and visiting places like Boscastle - absolutely beautiful little town in a harbour valley - we also played Scrabble, much to my mum's delight, and did many crosswords and Sudoku (is there a plural form of Sudoku? Anyway...) having bought a bumper book of 200 on the way there.
Back into the swing of things now, I'm very glad to say that we think my Gran's taken a turn for the better, and our prayers have been answered in her being more determined by the day to get mobilised and get back onto her Zimmer-frame. This represents a massive step forward, as before we were facing a brick wall of a determined mind. I'm reminded that only God can melt the heart and renew a mind. If you have been praying for her, and us (or not!), please praise God for his faithfullness and goodness in answering out prayers.
We know that in all things, God works for the good of those he loves - and we are his! - so do keep praying for her in the days and weeks to come. It's a first step, but a good one :D
In the mean time, I'm now job-hunting and getting used to the feeling of being independant in terms of transport! Onwards and upwards, as they say, I'm just loving getting to know God better atm - just reading a bit of the bible each day, learning more about him, re-learning things I'd forgotten. We do indeed serve an awesome powerful and loving God :)
Rock on in him!
TheWeeScottie
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My dad went into holiday overdrive, and ended up hiring body-boards (surf board for me!) and wetsuits for us for the whole week, so we got about 5 days in the surf. I really wish I could have surfed more as I was beginning to direct the board by the end of the week! So, if any of you fancy a week away in Cornwall next year in the Summer, just give me a buzz ;)
Apart from surfing and visiting places like Boscastle - absolutely beautiful little town in a harbour valley - we also played Scrabble, much to my mum's delight, and did many crosswords and Sudoku (is there a plural form of Sudoku? Anyway...) having bought a bumper book of 200 on the way there.
Back into the swing of things now, I'm very glad to say that we think my Gran's taken a turn for the better, and our prayers have been answered in her being more determined by the day to get mobilised and get back onto her Zimmer-frame. This represents a massive step forward, as before we were facing a brick wall of a determined mind. I'm reminded that only God can melt the heart and renew a mind. If you have been praying for her, and us (or not!), please praise God for his faithfullness and goodness in answering out prayers.
We know that in all things, God works for the good of those he loves - and we are his! - so do keep praying for her in the days and weeks to come. It's a first step, but a good one :D
In the mean time, I'm now job-hunting and getting used to the feeling of being independant in terms of transport! Onwards and upwards, as they say, I'm just loving getting to know God better atm - just reading a bit of the bible each day, learning more about him, re-learning things I'd forgotten. We do indeed serve an awesome powerful and loving God :)
Rock on in him!
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Thursday, July 20, 2006
Courgettes and cooking
Mum and dad finally came home yesterday from their holiday in Derbyshire in the caravan, and it's fab to have them back. Emma and I did have a very special week together, which we both enjoyed (yes, I have checked with Emma on this) but we're now all very much looking forward to a week in Bude, Cornwall.
Surfing, walking and perusing is on the cards for a whole glorious week, as well as many games of racing demon (highly addictive card game), a variety of board games (still to be packed), and Munchkin (a card-based dungeons & dragons style game). Munchkin is one of those games you can't help but love. Remarkably simple to pick up, it's wonderfully wacky and good for all ages.
Much fun will be had! Off on the morn, so I've gotta go see if my wetsuit still fits me. Mum's home cooking does rather help fill you out ;)
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Surfing, walking and perusing is on the cards for a whole glorious week, as well as many games of racing demon (highly addictive card game), a variety of board games (still to be packed), and Munchkin (a card-based dungeons & dragons style game). Munchkin is one of those games you can't help but love. Remarkably simple to pick up, it's wonderfully wacky and good for all ages.
Much fun will be had! Off on the morn, so I've gotta go see if my wetsuit still fits me. Mum's home cooking does rather help fill you out ;)
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Wednesday, July 19, 2006
Meet Lucy
She arrived in Swindon yesterday afternoon, and got to my house today after a lie-in :P yes, I can only be talking about my new bike!
Yup, she's a B-reg (1984) Suzuki GS125-Z. I've not taken her out on the road yet, but once I've got the insurance sorted today and pick up a tax disc tomorrow, I'll be sorted and can take her out on the roads to meet some friends of mine!
Part of me says I'm downright sad for getting so excited about the bike, but a larger part says 'no, you're not being sad, it's your first vehicle you've ever owned (excluding the moped up in Scotland, but we'll forget that experience!) so you've a right to be excited!'
Back to www.bennetts.co.uk then, as I sort the insurance. Time for 'meet the parents' later, I wonder what they'll think of her...
ttfn fellow bloggers, until next time :)
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Yup, she's a B-reg (1984) Suzuki GS125-Z. I've not taken her out on the road yet, but once I've got the insurance sorted today and pick up a tax disc tomorrow, I'll be sorted and can take her out on the roads to meet some friends of mine!
Part of me says I'm downright sad for getting so excited about the bike, but a larger part says 'no, you're not being sad, it's your first vehicle you've ever owned (excluding the moped up in Scotland, but we'll forget that experience!) so you've a right to be excited!'
Back to www.bennetts.co.uk then, as I sort the insurance. Time for 'meet the parents' later, I wonder what they'll think of her...
ttfn fellow bloggers, until next time :)
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Monday, July 17, 2006
Busy busy busy
Goodness me, for a day starting at 9.30am, it's been a very busy day. I suppose I blame myself for setting myself the target of tidying the house! It did go well though, I could see tendencies of my dad in me as I made everything as efficient as possible (worktops, kitchen, cats...) It seemed like I gained 20 years and a mortgage in the space of 12 houra, as I found myself weeding until about 9.50pm as well! A good man'll be made out of me yet ;)
In other news, I accidentally managed to really annoy the current owner of my new motorbike-to-be by giving him the impression I was coming today. I'm hoping all this can be sorted tomorrow when we drive the 3 hours to the ferry, head over to the Isle of Wight, wheel the bike back to the ferry from the Island side, and drive the 3 hours back to Swindon again. If not, I don't know. Suffice to say I'll be praying all the while, God'll give us the words and atittude to handle the situation when we get there - I have no doubt about that. A lesson to be learnt in forward planning here I guess, *sighs*
Bed now though, with a 6.30am wake-up it's sleeps for me ASAP to assure I can make some form of conversation with Pete on the 3 hours there and back!
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In other news, I accidentally managed to really annoy the current owner of my new motorbike-to-be by giving him the impression I was coming today. I'm hoping all this can be sorted tomorrow when we drive the 3 hours to the ferry, head over to the Isle of Wight, wheel the bike back to the ferry from the Island side, and drive the 3 hours back to Swindon again. If not, I don't know. Suffice to say I'll be praying all the while, God'll give us the words and atittude to handle the situation when we get there - I have no doubt about that. A lesson to be learnt in forward planning here I guess, *sighs*
Bed now though, with a 6.30am wake-up it's sleeps for me ASAP to assure I can make some form of conversation with Pete on the 3 hours there and back!
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Friday, July 14, 2006
Homesick
The lyrics below came to mind as I read that a friend of mine's mum isTheWeeScottie
being called home at an early age, after losing the battle with cancer.
I posted the same lyrics when my gran nearly died on us last year, and
remember the pain and feeling of loss, in anticipation of that day when
we'd get the news. But these lyrics speak such truth, take a min to
read them:
'...In Christ, there are no goodbyes
and in Christ, there is no end
So I'll hold onto Jesus with all that I have
To see you again
To see you again
And I close my eyes and I see your face
If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place
Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow
I've never been more homesick than now'
-- MercyMe: 'Homesick' --
As the time approaches, my friend and her family know beyond a
shadow of a doubt that she is heading straight into the arms of
her loving Lord and saviour, Jesus Christ. God has strengthened
her and given her hope beyond her dreams for the past 6 months, and
now that hope which we all have is soon to be realised, when she
passes through the veil and comes to meet Jesus Christ fact to face.
It's a bitter-sweet time for my friend and her family, but I hope and
pray they find hope in the fact that this is not so much a 'goodbye',
as 'au revoir' - until we meet again.
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Thursday, July 13, 2006
CBT today
Aaaah, I'm not sure how it's going to go, but I've got my CBT (Compulsory Basic Training) for my motorbiking today. I'm very excited about it, but as it's something new, I have mild nerves! These will pass in time, hopefully over breakfast which I'm about to go get, but I know that God's with me all day and that he's got a plan for me for the next 8 hours so I've got peace about it :)
The search for the motorbike continues, with 2 possibilities on the horizon, which takes the tally to around 15 so far or looked-into-hopefuls. But, again, I know God's got one set aside for me - why? because I asked him and he said so! So I shall continue to look for the illusive 125cc wee beastie that's hankering for my love and care.
It's not my bike to be, but one day, my dear, one day...
3.37pm
My CBT is now over, I've been up to 68.5mph and done figures of eight at 5mph. Lots of fun, and I can now get a bike and go 'practice' as long as I have L-plates on. Praise God for a wonderfully cloudy day with a slight breeze, and the sun's out now!
Time for a coffee methinks...
TheWeeScottie
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The search for the motorbike continues, with 2 possibilities on the horizon, which takes the tally to around 15 so far or looked-into-hopefuls. But, again, I know God's got one set aside for me - why? because I asked him and he said so! So I shall continue to look for the illusive 125cc wee beastie that's hankering for my love and care.
It's not my bike to be, but one day, my dear, one day...
3.37pm
My CBT is now over, I've been up to 68.5mph and done figures of eight at 5mph. Lots of fun, and I can now get a bike and go 'practice' as long as I have L-plates on. Praise God for a wonderfully cloudy day with a slight breeze, and the sun's out now!
Time for a coffee methinks...
TheWeeScottie
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Tuesday, July 11, 2006
A welcome find
Having been unpacking today, I stumbled across a poem I'd written a while back on a random piece of scrap paper. I've blogged it on my other blog. This can be found at the link below...
Forever Yours
It's totally honest, almost like a monologue between me a God. I hope you can empathise with it and understand where I'm coming from :)
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Forever Yours
It's totally honest, almost like a monologue between me a God. I hope you can empathise with it and understand where I'm coming from :)
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Forever Yours
I found this on the back of a piece of paper while unpacking today. I can't remember when I wrote it, or what inspired me to write it, yet I have a vivid memory of writing it. Re-reading it, I've been struck how when you come before God, sometimes you feel such inability to praise him because he just can't be fully praised in words - he is just too majestic, powerful, awesome and loving. This poem is something of a reflection of that, remembering that even though we find it hard to, he graciousely accepts our praise and reminds us we are his.
Forever Yours
'Lord I sit before your throne,
yet know not what to say
what words can sing such praises true
that wholly glorify your name?
So underserved but yet such love
my praise to you I'd bring
yet my mouth can but in part express
the praise my heart would sing
The glories of your name, in word
can never full be said
yet by your spirit I find myself
by your own spirit led
So Lord, with heart upon your name,
I thank you now for who your are,
your love unparralleled, love so pure,
that wipes the sin that marrs
I praise you Lord for you are good!
Your word has never let me down.
Your faithfulness is matched by none,
your name holds the highest renown
Your plan is good, your promises true,
my side, I know you'll never leave
To think that I might love an other
my heart can not believe
My future's safe in you, my Lord,
my place in rule with you;
for one day I shall stand beside
and rule as you now do
Such inheritance I know is mine,
but how hard to believe.
Why you loved me o'er e'en your son,
this mind just can't conceive
Thus I find myself, once more,
overwhelmed by grace.
This love, tho I can't compr'end
had paid this sinner's place
So I savour new, your presence, sweet,
aware of none but you
for only through your father's love
can I do the things you do
I seek your way in this, my life
may my life be charted by your course
for I shall rest in this, as sure
I know that I'm forever yours.'
Forever Yours
'Lord I sit before your throne,
yet know not what to say
what words can sing such praises true
that wholly glorify your name?
So underserved but yet such love
my praise to you I'd bring
yet my mouth can but in part express
the praise my heart would sing
The glories of your name, in word
can never full be said
yet by your spirit I find myself
by your own spirit led
So Lord, with heart upon your name,
I thank you now for who your are,
your love unparralleled, love so pure,
that wipes the sin that marrs
I praise you Lord for you are good!
Your word has never let me down.
Your faithfulness is matched by none,
your name holds the highest renown
Your plan is good, your promises true,
my side, I know you'll never leave
To think that I might love an other
my heart can not believe
My future's safe in you, my Lord,
my place in rule with you;
for one day I shall stand beside
and rule as you now do
Such inheritance I know is mine,
but how hard to believe.
Why you loved me o'er e'en your son,
this mind just can't conceive
Thus I find myself, once more,
overwhelmed by grace.
This love, tho I can't compr'end
had paid this sinner's place
So I savour new, your presence, sweet,
aware of none but you
for only through your father's love
can I do the things you do
I seek your way in this, my life
may my life be charted by your course
for I shall rest in this, as sure
I know that I'm forever yours.'
Solution to the riddle of Ben Johns
Aaaaah, it appears the lolly is mine for the keeping (which admittedly means going out and buying one...) the title Ben Johns refers to the title BEng Hons - Bachelor of Engineering, with honours.
Well done all you who got it, I'm aware it was a tad abstract. I blame lack of sleep and too much sugar ;)
TheWeeScottie
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Well done all you who got it, I'm aware it was a tad abstract. I blame lack of sleep and too much sugar ;)
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Sunday, July 09, 2006
Home, home on the yaaarrr!
Hey ho everyone! I'm now back in the magical world of the Wiltshire countryside, happy owner of the title 'Ben johns' as of Thursday (a lolly goes to the first person who comments why my title is Ben Johns!), and currently in the mood for piracy (in the sea-faring yaaarrr type fashion) courtesy of seeing Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead man's chest hair. And it was rather good! I also got to meet up with an old school friend of mine, Hugh Gordon, that I've not seen for aeons and his lovely girl-friend Jane who is an ideal match for him!
Having arrived home, I've already been remarkably busy with having Chris Newton (another school friend) come visit on Friday for lunch through the afternoon, and a relative's Golden (50th) wedding anniversary, including ALL the relatives from around the world (New Zealand, Austria, Canada) who were there - 86 in all apparently! Fantastic fun, and nice to put faces to the names I only knew in passing and Christmas letters.
The searches for the job and motorbike still go on, respectively, with not much light on either front as such, but I shall keep searching - knowing that God will show me where he wants me (and provide suitable transport accordingly!)
A post-it on my monitor reads as follows:
'The Lord it my shepherd, I shall not be in want.' -- Psalm 23v1 --
and I think that's how my mind-set has been over the last couple of weeks when looking for jobs, bikes, and thinking generally about relationships. God is and has always been my shepherd - and as such I shouldn't be in want, logically speaking, because a shepherd looks after his sheep. And I know I'm his. Tis nice to be reminded of this; that he knows what's best for me - and right now, that's trusting him to point out the right job and bike, knowing he'll provide each, in his time.
Praise God for his peace, that he heaps it on you when you need it, when you ask him for it. Man I want to get closer...
TheWeeScottie
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Having arrived home, I've already been remarkably busy with having Chris Newton (another school friend) come visit on Friday for lunch through the afternoon, and a relative's Golden (50th) wedding anniversary, including ALL the relatives from around the world (New Zealand, Austria, Canada) who were there - 86 in all apparently! Fantastic fun, and nice to put faces to the names I only knew in passing and Christmas letters.
The searches for the job and motorbike still go on, respectively, with not much light on either front as such, but I shall keep searching - knowing that God will show me where he wants me (and provide suitable transport accordingly!)
A post-it on my monitor reads as follows:
'The Lord it my shepherd, I shall not be in want.' -- Psalm 23v1 --
and I think that's how my mind-set has been over the last couple of weeks when looking for jobs, bikes, and thinking generally about relationships. God is and has always been my shepherd - and as such I shouldn't be in want, logically speaking, because a shepherd looks after his sheep. And I know I'm his. Tis nice to be reminded of this; that he knows what's best for me - and right now, that's trusting him to point out the right job and bike, knowing he'll provide each, in his time.
Praise God for his peace, that he heaps it on you when you need it, when you ask him for it. Man I want to get closer...
TheWeeScottie
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Wednesday, July 05, 2006
What a game!
I'm usually in the crowd that shrug at the mention of the world cup or champion's league, but tonights game between Italy and Germany was absolutely fantastic! It's the best game of footy I've ever half-watched (half, because I was playing Munchkin at the same time) on TV. Very close-fought, the entire match, and I thought it was going for penalties. Trust the Italiens to pull it back in the 28th minute of 30 in extra time.
I daresay I'd even have been chowing down on my nails if I'd been watching it closely, or supporting a side avidly. Congratulations to Italy therefore, but Germany were outstanding. I echoe the commentators in their praise of the game's a) Quality and b) Spirit in which it was played. A pleasure to watch. Still not quite a swap for the real thing though ;)
TheWeeScottie
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I daresay I'd even have been chowing down on my nails if I'd been watching it closely, or supporting a side avidly. Congratulations to Italy therefore, but Germany were outstanding. I echoe the commentators in their praise of the game's a) Quality and b) Spirit in which it was played. A pleasure to watch. Still not quite a swap for the real thing though ;)
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Monday, July 03, 2006
Waiting for the bridegroom
I was just reading John this morning, and I came upon John 3v29, in which John the Baptist says the following, regarding waiting for the bridegroom, Jesus:
'The bride belongs to the bridegroom. The friend who attends the bridegroom waits and listens for him, and is full of joy when he hears the bridegroom's voice. That joy is mine, and it is now complete.' -- John 3v29 --
This powerful image of Jesus coming, to be joined with the ones who are his, really struck me. John waited nearly all of his life for Jesus to arrive, preaching faithfully - yet having no physical evidence that he was coming. He trusted God's word to him implicitly. Then it occurred to me, this should be our attitude when it comes to sharing the gospel with our friends and in seeing them come to know the truth more and more. We should be waiting on Jesus, the bridegroom, speaking and acting as he gives us - reflecting his goodness and faithfullness. And if they come through to know Jesus as their own saviour and friend, then we can share in the joy of the bridegroom arriving - because they'll be united!!
Looking back over the past 2 terms, we ran a Christianity Explored course through the CU at Reading, and though I've not personally been involved, it's been a thrilling and humbling experience to be faithfully praying for them every Tuesday and Friday morning in prayer brekky. We shared in the joy of the team when people came through to know Jesus as their own, and we 'waited' with them as the work was being done in their hearts.
John may not have known when Jesus would come, but he knew he would. Be challenged to be faithful in your prayers and witness to your friends, family, and co-workers. God's working in them; so keep at it!!
TheWeeScottie
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'The bride belongs to the bridegroom. The friend who attends the bridegroom waits and listens for him, and is full of joy when he hears the bridegroom's voice. That joy is mine, and it is now complete.' -- John 3v29 --
This powerful image of Jesus coming, to be joined with the ones who are his, really struck me. John waited nearly all of his life for Jesus to arrive, preaching faithfully - yet having no physical evidence that he was coming. He trusted God's word to him implicitly. Then it occurred to me, this should be our attitude when it comes to sharing the gospel with our friends and in seeing them come to know the truth more and more. We should be waiting on Jesus, the bridegroom, speaking and acting as he gives us - reflecting his goodness and faithfullness. And if they come through to know Jesus as their own saviour and friend, then we can share in the joy of the bridegroom arriving - because they'll be united!!
Looking back over the past 2 terms, we ran a Christianity Explored course through the CU at Reading, and though I've not personally been involved, it's been a thrilling and humbling experience to be faithfully praying for them every Tuesday and Friday morning in prayer brekky. We shared in the joy of the team when people came through to know Jesus as their own, and we 'waited' with them as the work was being done in their hearts.
John may not have known when Jesus would come, but he knew he would. Be challenged to be faithful in your prayers and witness to your friends, family, and co-workers. God's working in them; so keep at it!!
TheWeeScottie
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Friday, June 30, 2006
Back in the R-D-G
Hey ho all, I arrived safely back in Reading today, to stay until graduation on the 6th of July. I do believe my calendar's pretty free, so feel free to txt/email/phone me so we can meet up and have some fun! :D
In other news, I didn't quite pass my driving test this morning. I personally blame old ladies walking out in front of my car when I was happily passing over a pedestrian crossing.
But there you go. I did however realise something as I was praying about the test, both yesterday and today. I found myself not praying to pass the test as such, but rather that God would give me peace about it. As things are, I did not pass - but this does not mean God loves me any less, nor that he hates my driving. No; it means it wasn't his will. And I hope and pray that he helps me humble my heart more and more, daily, so that I can trust his will & stop believing that I know best! He knows my driving's not quite up to scratch, and for the safety of everyone else, he's probably said 'no, not yet, you're not ready'. But take a step back - isn't that how God often moves and answers prayers? ;) man I love how God teaches you these things!
As my good friend Tash commented this afternoon, 'you can't trust them old ladies!'
Sleep beckons, so I shall go meet it and see what it wants. ttfn :)
TheWeeScottie
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In other news, I didn't quite pass my driving test this morning. I personally blame old ladies walking out in front of my car when I was happily passing over a pedestrian crossing.
But there you go. I did however realise something as I was praying about the test, both yesterday and today. I found myself not praying to pass the test as such, but rather that God would give me peace about it. As things are, I did not pass - but this does not mean God loves me any less, nor that he hates my driving. No; it means it wasn't his will. And I hope and pray that he helps me humble my heart more and more, daily, so that I can trust his will & stop believing that I know best! He knows my driving's not quite up to scratch, and for the safety of everyone else, he's probably said 'no, not yet, you're not ready'. But take a step back - isn't that how God often moves and answers prayers? ;) man I love how God teaches you these things!
As my good friend Tash commented this afternoon, 'you can't trust them old ladies!'
Sleep beckons, so I shall go meet it and see what it wants. ttfn :)
TheWeeScottie
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Thursday, June 29, 2006
Error of note
I love it when Windows pops up these little gems. The pic's of my laptop showing me my broadband's working fine, but insisting that the modem can't be found!
Aaah, God bless Windows ;)
TheWeeScottie
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Aaah, God bless Windows ;)
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Friday, June 23, 2006
Twilight's Gaze
Twilight's Gaze
Twilight's gaze carress the sky
as misty shadows trace the night
Fresh-lit lanterns dot the black
where once the void was all but clear
Tired trees now rest their leaves
as starlings take their daily rest
and clouds now take on shimmering shapes
as on daylight's stage, the curtain falls
Midnight blue to burnished bronze
the heavens ever proudly show
the maker's touch, displayed for all,
a touch so few can vouch to know.
Such beauty, power and glory shown
the greatest artist can't design
yet power and glory shared with love
that day he took this filth of mine
and nailed it to that cursed tree
where love and pain mixed bitter-sweet
took this darkened, crippled soul
drew scaled from eyes, restored my feet.
Midnight blue to burnished bronze
the sky displays for all to see
my father's hand I see in this
the one who took this broken me
and once, for all, bought back my life
as such, my praise shall ever be:
the God who drew this sky tonight
loved me enough to set me free
Twilight's gaze carress the sky
as misty shadows trace the night
Fresh-lit lanterns dot the black
where once the void was all but clear
Tired trees now rest their leaves
as starlings take their daily rest
and clouds now take on shimmering shapes
as on daylight's stage, the curtain falls
Midnight blue to burnished bronze
the heavens ever proudly show
the maker's touch, displayed for all,
a touch so few can vouch to know.
Such beauty, power and glory shown
the greatest artist can't design
yet power and glory shared with love
that day he took this filth of mine
and nailed it to that cursed tree
where love and pain mixed bitter-sweet
took this darkened, crippled soul
drew scaled from eyes, restored my feet.
Midnight blue to burnished bronze
the sky displays for all to see
my father's hand I see in this
the one who took this broken me
and once, for all, bought back my life
as such, my praise shall ever be:
the God who drew this sky tonight
loved me enough to set me free
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