I made it under the deadline....it's 10 minutes to midnight. All I can say is that today was a glorious day! I will explain more tomorrow but felt like I had to write something because I didn't want to miss a day. God really showed up in a big way tonight and lives were changed. Thank you Lord, thank you Jesus for letting this day happen!
~Scott
Monday, October 7, 2013
Sunday, October 6, 2013
Day 65 - Church today, Friendship yesterday!
Good morning everyone. What an amazing day it has been so far. I woke up at 5:30am, got my coffee and say outside for two hours reading Matthew and worshiping before Church this morning. Kinda like a pre-game God tailgate! Excited to Alive Again today because of the outreach the church has been doing we are hopeful that a lot of new faces will show up today!
So yesterday Myself, and my three boys; Billy and his daughter, Jennifer and her 3 kids went to great adventure. We got there at 4 before fright fest started. Mya, Lia and Rome went off by themselves and the rest of us did everything together. Elijah faced his fear and went on El Toro and it was awesome.
We then all went together around the park. The kids usually talked with the kids and Billy, Jen and Myself had a great day getting to know each other even better. But when the nighttime came, the little ones were afraid of the zombies. And I think we all were a little bit. It was pretty funny watching all of us hold hands and run to the exit. Still laughing this morning.
Bill and I both mentioned that before we left for Six Flags we were feeling tired and had to psyche ourselves up to go because it's all about fellowship and the kids. After 10 minutes there, we realized it was going to be a fantastic day. I am really looking forward to spending more quality time with my church family and the friendships I have made!
Trying to find our cars!!!!
Girls on dark night!
Check our Rome's Face!
Facing Fears!
Have a blessed day everyone. And don't forget.....Pray......for the Jets.....we need it! LOL
~Scott
So yesterday Myself, and my three boys; Billy and his daughter, Jennifer and her 3 kids went to great adventure. We got there at 4 before fright fest started. Mya, Lia and Rome went off by themselves and the rest of us did everything together. Elijah faced his fear and went on El Toro and it was awesome.
We then all went together around the park. The kids usually talked with the kids and Billy, Jen and Myself had a great day getting to know each other even better. But when the nighttime came, the little ones were afraid of the zombies. And I think we all were a little bit. It was pretty funny watching all of us hold hands and run to the exit. Still laughing this morning.
Bill and I both mentioned that before we left for Six Flags we were feeling tired and had to psyche ourselves up to go because it's all about fellowship and the kids. After 10 minutes there, we realized it was going to be a fantastic day. I am really looking forward to spending more quality time with my church family and the friendships I have made!
Here's some cool pics from yesterday:
Bill Lucas & Riley on the Bucanner
Trying to find our cars!!!!
Girls on dark night!
Check our Rome's Face!
Facing Fears!
The story behind today's post is that we go to church for more reasons than you think! If we don't go to church, we would've never experienced a great day like this. AMEN?
SONG OF THE DAY:Groovie Goolies Monster Mash Music Video
BIBLE VERSE OF THE DAY: Hebrews 10:25
Not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.Have a blessed day everyone. And don't forget.....Pray......for the Jets.....we need it! LOL
~Scott
Saturday, October 5, 2013
Day 64 - Get your God on!
Hello again faithful readers. Today should be a fantastic day. Me and the kids are going to Great Adventure with Bill Sagarese and his kids and hopefully Jennifer Elias and her kids. Really looking forward to a great day!
Yesterday was an up and down emotional roller coaster for me. But all ended well with date night with Kim. We walked the Manasquan river until it was so dark we couldn't see 5 feet in front of us just caught up in conversation. We went out to dinner last night and came home and crashed on the couch.
I always go to the Manasquan River when something is bothering me. And every time I have been there, God always shows up in the craziest of ways. Not once that I have been there have I not have a conversation with God and have left without answers. So this brings up a great question for today! You can comment or email me or text me if you'd like to respond. Here it is:
So we know that when we seek out God, he will show up. This is mentioned many of times in the bible. But how many times do you seek out God? Do you seek him only in times of need? Do you see him in praise in worship? Do you seek him to just plainly say thanks?
But from there you will seek the Lord your God and you will find him, if you search after him with all your heart and with all your soul.
And here is the biggest promise of all! Out of every thing I have read in the bible concerning seeking God, this to me is the most important:
Have a great Saturday everyone. Seek God today and let him take you over!
~Scott
Yesterday was an up and down emotional roller coaster for me. But all ended well with date night with Kim. We walked the Manasquan river until it was so dark we couldn't see 5 feet in front of us just caught up in conversation. We went out to dinner last night and came home and crashed on the couch.
I always go to the Manasquan River when something is bothering me. And every time I have been there, God always shows up in the craziest of ways. Not once that I have been there have I not have a conversation with God and have left without answers. So this brings up a great question for today! You can comment or email me or text me if you'd like to respond. Here it is:
Where do you find God the most????
Now this is a crazy questions because we all know that in the book of "Matthew 7:7 it says:
“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you."So we know that when we seek out God, he will show up. This is mentioned many of times in the bible. But how many times do you seek out God? Do you seek him only in times of need? Do you see him in praise in worship? Do you seek him to just plainly say thanks?
Or do you wait around just hoping that he will show up in your life?
Because if you are just waiting for him to work miracles, it's probably not going to happen. So many people walk around and look at other people and think we do good things always happen to him and not me? Why is he so lucky? Why does everything seem to work out for that family?
Have you ever stopped to think that those people are constantly seeking God and it's HIS WILL? That they constantly pray and God is answering their prayers. That they truly believe that if they leave their life in God's hands he will provide? The simple answer is YES! So again, how often are you seeking God? Are you going to just living the life you think you should be living and hope God handles your rough patches? Because he won't!
I can honestly say that I seek God numerous times in the day. I start my day with prayer on the back patio. God is there! I drive to work and listen to worship songs. God is there next to me making sure my seatbelt it on! I know this because of that annoying bell that rings every 5 minutes if I don't wear it. That's God reminding me to be safe! I get to work and I ask for God to bless the office and everyone in the office. God is there! I come home and pray with my family before dinner. God is there! I read the bible with my wife at night some times and GOD IS DEFINITELY THERE! And when I rest my head on the pillow at night I thank God for everything he is doing in our lives! And he says to me, "Your welcome child. You are living the life as a disciple of my Son Jesus and I have a house for you ready in My Kingdom when I call for you!"
Are we doing enough to get us into the pearly gates? Do you feel you could stand before God and honestly say I deserve to be in here? Even if you think it's enough, If God doesn't believe so, you may not enter. Sometimes we lie to get our way in society. And we may fool the people we are trying to fool and think we get away with it. But God knows we lied! And He's the one that you have to answer to on judgement day!
Are you just doing enough to get buy? Are you really seeking God all the time. Because when you seek God, he answers, he helps, he provides, he gives us directions and gives us answers. But you need to seek God with all your heart. Not half, not a quarter, with ALL your heart.
You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.
That they should seek God, in the hope that they might feel their way toward him and find him. Yet he is actually not far from each one of us.But from there you will seek the Lord your God and you will find him, if you search after him with all your heart and with all your soul.
And here is the biggest promise of all! Out of every thing I have read in the bible concerning seeking God, this to me is the most important:
I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me.
God is making us a promise. One that no one should refuse! Let's look at it backwards: Those who seek me DILIGENTLY find me, and I LOVE THOSE WHO LOVE ME!
When you love someone, do you let them fail? Are you always there for them? Do you always have your back? God is promising all of that!
Lastly, where is the place you seek and find God the most? Church, prayer, conversations, bible study, your house? Where? For me it's the Manasquan River. I don't know why and I don't care to understand why. But I trust that when I really need to have a conversation with God, this is my "go to" place!
SONG OF THE DAY: "Love take me over" by Steven Curtis Chapman!
BIBLE VERSE OF THE DAY: Ephesians 5:8
For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light.Have a great Saturday everyone. Seek God today and let him take you over!
~Scott
Friday, October 4, 2013
Day 63 - Missionary???
Good morning everyone. I'm at work early this morning to try and get a head start on work that needs to be done. The past few days have been rough with my time management but at the same time has been so full filling. When I started our Non Profit "Time for Action" I really didn't think it would take as much time during the week as it has been taking. I knew I was called by God to help others in need, I just didn't know to what extent. It started by helping a family with clothing needs. Then it was throwing a party and inviting our church Alive Again and inviting new people. Then God laid on my heart a family that was in a rough situation with a really tight deadline. And Kim and I decided to help. This is when I realized that God has called me to be a "missionary!"
What is a missionary? A person sent on a religious mission, esp. one sent to promote Christianity and of, relating to, or characteristic of a missionary or a religious mission. But I believe there is more to the definition.
The same way God sent Jesus to save the world is the same way God is sending me to families to save them. Yes, it includes helping them financially, taking time to teach the bible, teaching them to budget but most importantly to teach them and lead them to Jesus. Not by enabling them to continue their ways, but to lead by example and show them that I am living the life I believe Jesus wants me to live and it is a blessings not only to me, but to everyone we help because they will turn that blessing around and be able to bless another person in thee future.
In the beginning, we thought we could handle this non profit on our own. Well we know we can't do anything on our own, right??? But I needed more help to shoulder the burden of the time and financial resources than I originally thought I could handle. I finally asked around for help, mostly from our church and they are going to get involved. You see, some missions are easy. But others are more time consuming. And when I put my mind to something, I won't fail. I will do anything not to fail other people. But at some point you have to remind yourself that during the process, you can't forget about your family and your job and prayer and praise. You can't totally commit 100% of your time to your mission. You will get quickly burned out and lose sight of the ultimate goal. Sometimes you have to just say I can't do this part and trust that God will provide. Amen?
It's tough when you become emotionally and personally attached to these families. And some families either through tough times, unemployment, loss of house have fallen into situations that they feel they cannot get out of. But as a missionary, I need to detach my emotions so that I do not feel the same feelings of the people I am helping. Fear, anxiety, lost. We all need to trust that through Christ all things are possible and simply just pray! 80% of missionary work is prayer. Maybe even higher!
Why was I called so quickly to become an missionary? I believe it is first because it is God's will. Second because I am the type of person who always tries to help everyone and always tries to find a solution. And lastly, it blesses me to be able to bless others and point them into the direction of Jesus!
The thing that needs to be remembered is that the controlling factor is not the needs of people, but the COMMAND of Jesus. You see, God is behind me, helping me. My inspiration is to go, go, go and get it done to see the success of the mission but I need to realize that the inspiration has to be put behind me, to know that God is behind all of this and my job is to carry out his plans and his will. No matter what I do, God has the power to change it. So I need to keep my mind focused that I am just following out his will not only for the people I am helping, but God's will for me and my family. Amen?
There are so many people with so many needs in today's world. The danger of getting emotionally attached and feeling helping through sympathy is that is will overwhelm the people you are helping and lose sight of the fact that I am sent from Jesus! This is his will, this is his work, this is him working through me!
And the reward is amazing. You see, most people you help are so humbled that you may feel like they do not appreciate the help even though they do. And that's not the reason why we help these people to look for emotional satisfaction. The real blessing is when other people around them see what you are doing for them notice a difference and say, Wow, what does he have that I don't have? Why is he spending this time to help others? And the answer is simple, I have Jesus! Walking in the footsteps of Christ. I can drive 80 miles to help someone and be there in little over an hour in my car, buy Jesus would walk the 80 miles, with hardly and food or water just to save on person! The questions is, how could we not????? Amen?
A great example is last night I showed up late to the Lakewood Football team spaghetti dinner for the player before each game that Alive Again puts on for these kids and coaches. Almost everyone was gone but I needed to talk to my Pastor Brian. The head coach of the team was there. He came up to me and said he waited to meet me in person to thank me for everything I have been doing for the football team and their families. I said Your Welcome and then gave all the Glory to God! Walking out the door he introduced me to two other men who said "Oh your the Scott that's been amazing in helping out!" And I said yes, Our God is amazing! Again, all the Glory to God!
I don't know where this journey is going to take me yet. I haven't figured it out. I just pray everyday and hope I'm doing my best and living the way God intends me to live, for his plan, for his will. But I'll tell you what, it's a great ride.
Driving to work today I was listening to a song that really made me realize yesterday that nothing can be done on our own. Here are some lyrics. It's also the SONG OF THE DAY and called "Help me Find It" by Sidewalk Prophets! Please listen to the song on the link, it's amazing!!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIpIHfZ88PM
BIBLE VERSE OF THE DAY:
Matthew 28:19-20
What is a missionary? A person sent on a religious mission, esp. one sent to promote Christianity and of, relating to, or characteristic of a missionary or a religious mission. But I believe there is more to the definition.
The same way God sent Jesus to save the world is the same way God is sending me to families to save them. Yes, it includes helping them financially, taking time to teach the bible, teaching them to budget but most importantly to teach them and lead them to Jesus. Not by enabling them to continue their ways, but to lead by example and show them that I am living the life I believe Jesus wants me to live and it is a blessings not only to me, but to everyone we help because they will turn that blessing around and be able to bless another person in thee future.
In the beginning, we thought we could handle this non profit on our own. Well we know we can't do anything on our own, right??? But I needed more help to shoulder the burden of the time and financial resources than I originally thought I could handle. I finally asked around for help, mostly from our church and they are going to get involved. You see, some missions are easy. But others are more time consuming. And when I put my mind to something, I won't fail. I will do anything not to fail other people. But at some point you have to remind yourself that during the process, you can't forget about your family and your job and prayer and praise. You can't totally commit 100% of your time to your mission. You will get quickly burned out and lose sight of the ultimate goal. Sometimes you have to just say I can't do this part and trust that God will provide. Amen?
It's tough when you become emotionally and personally attached to these families. And some families either through tough times, unemployment, loss of house have fallen into situations that they feel they cannot get out of. But as a missionary, I need to detach my emotions so that I do not feel the same feelings of the people I am helping. Fear, anxiety, lost. We all need to trust that through Christ all things are possible and simply just pray! 80% of missionary work is prayer. Maybe even higher!
Why was I called so quickly to become an missionary? I believe it is first because it is God's will. Second because I am the type of person who always tries to help everyone and always tries to find a solution. And lastly, it blesses me to be able to bless others and point them into the direction of Jesus!
The thing that needs to be remembered is that the controlling factor is not the needs of people, but the COMMAND of Jesus. You see, God is behind me, helping me. My inspiration is to go, go, go and get it done to see the success of the mission but I need to realize that the inspiration has to be put behind me, to know that God is behind all of this and my job is to carry out his plans and his will. No matter what I do, God has the power to change it. So I need to keep my mind focused that I am just following out his will not only for the people I am helping, but God's will for me and my family. Amen?
There are so many people with so many needs in today's world. The danger of getting emotionally attached and feeling helping through sympathy is that is will overwhelm the people you are helping and lose sight of the fact that I am sent from Jesus! This is his will, this is his work, this is him working through me!
And the reward is amazing. You see, most people you help are so humbled that you may feel like they do not appreciate the help even though they do. And that's not the reason why we help these people to look for emotional satisfaction. The real blessing is when other people around them see what you are doing for them notice a difference and say, Wow, what does he have that I don't have? Why is he spending this time to help others? And the answer is simple, I have Jesus! Walking in the footsteps of Christ. I can drive 80 miles to help someone and be there in little over an hour in my car, buy Jesus would walk the 80 miles, with hardly and food or water just to save on person! The questions is, how could we not????? Amen?
A great example is last night I showed up late to the Lakewood Football team spaghetti dinner for the player before each game that Alive Again puts on for these kids and coaches. Almost everyone was gone but I needed to talk to my Pastor Brian. The head coach of the team was there. He came up to me and said he waited to meet me in person to thank me for everything I have been doing for the football team and their families. I said Your Welcome and then gave all the Glory to God! Walking out the door he introduced me to two other men who said "Oh your the Scott that's been amazing in helping out!" And I said yes, Our God is amazing! Again, all the Glory to God!
I don't know where this journey is going to take me yet. I haven't figured it out. I just pray everyday and hope I'm doing my best and living the way God intends me to live, for his plan, for his will. But I'll tell you what, it's a great ride.
Driving to work today I was listening to a song that really made me realize yesterday that nothing can be done on our own. Here are some lyrics. It's also the SONG OF THE DAY and called "Help me Find It" by Sidewalk Prophets! Please listen to the song on the link, it's amazing!!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIpIHfZ88PM
HELP ME FIND IT
I don’t know where to go from here,It all used to seem so clear
I’m finding I can’t do this on my own,I don’t know where to go from here
As long as I know that You are near,
I’m done fighting,I’m finally letting go,I will trust in You,You’ve never failed before
I will trust in You
[Chorus:]
If there’s a road I should walk,Help me find it
If I need to be still,Give me peace for the moment
Whatever Your will,Whatever Your will
Can you help me find it,Can you help me find it
I’m giving You fear and You give faith,I giving you doubt
You give me grace,For every step I’ve never been alone
Even when it hurts, You’ll have Your way,Even in the valley I will say
With every breath,You’ve never let me go
I will wait for You,You’ve never failed before,I will wait for You
I’m finding I can’t do this on my own,I don’t know where to go from here
As long as I know that You are near,
I’m done fighting,I’m finally letting go,I will trust in You,You’ve never failed before
I will trust in You
[Chorus:]
If there’s a road I should walk,Help me find it
If I need to be still,Give me peace for the moment
Whatever Your will,Whatever Your will
Can you help me find it,Can you help me find it
I’m giving You fear and You give faith,I giving you doubt
You give me grace,For every step I’ve never been alone
Even when it hurts, You’ll have Your way,Even in the valley I will say
With every breath,You’ve never let me go
I will wait for You,You’ve never failed before,I will wait for You
Matthew 28:19-20
Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
I pray that everyone has an amazing Friday and wonderful weekend! I am spending time with my Boys and my Friend Billy from Church at Great Adventure on Saturday while our girls walk around together to get to know each other some more! Looking forward to it Billy!
~Scott
Thursday, October 3, 2013
Day 62 - Prayer / Work
What an amazing morning! Hope everyone feels the same way. Two more days in the work week and then it's the weekend.
As I was praying this morning and thinking about everything that has happened in the past 62 days it's hard to come up with one subject for this mornings post since there is so much to talk about. So as I was praying I was reminded of prayer service on Tuesday night. One of the most common problems that we prayed about is work. Alive Again is filled with people who need work and I continue to pray for them. At the same time, I figured this was a great place to showcase some talent to see if anyone reading this post might have a need for some of our church family's talents. I might miss some people and might butcher the spelling but if you want to be added I can always edit the post later and add you. As you are reading, please pray for these people and look at your current needs and your friends needs to see if anyone could use these services!
Alive Again: Although not a need for work, just an amazing place to become part of our family to praise and worship our Lord Jesus Christ. We also have many ministries going on that may help your needs. So check out the website and see if we can help renew your faith in God or continue your faith walking with Jesus.
http://aliveagainalliance.com/
Newsholme Financial Center: This is my company. We do accounting, financial planning, budgeting, mortgages, insurance and much more. If you a looking for a company with Christian Morals than this is the place for you. Check us out at:
http://newsholmecenter.com/
Tyler Hansen: Tyler is an amazingly talented guitar player. He teaches guitar lessons on a weekly basis and travels to your house. His rates are very reasonable and he is a Man of God so you get the best of both worlds. If you want more information about his services, please comment and I will get it to him.
Marc Kleinman: Mark does all the graphic design for our church. He can create logos, help with websites, order business cards, letterheads and much much more. Again, if this is your need, please support an amazing guy that does amazing work.
Brian Elias: Brian has a painting company and is one of the pastors of our church. He painted my entire house, some of my offices and some of my friends homes. I couldn't recommend Brian enough! Besides regular painting, he has an amazing talent of painting certain techniques that would be only seen in your home and no where else. I'll post a picture of my favorite room in the house at another time that will blow you away!
Jennifer Elias: Jennifer is one of, if not, the biggest Lia Sophia party consultant in NJ. If you need a party done, she is a must contact. Also, She is amazing at quickbooks and my company is sending her work at home to save us time at the office. She can work out of the house or even consider a full / part time job with tons of experience.
Greg Elias: Greg is a teacher and a football coach. If you hear of any positions opening up in your school district please let me know as I have his resume to send out to you ASAP. Greg is also open to other types of employment. I know Greg and he will succeed at anything he does.
Billy Sagarese: Although Billy has a manager's job at a restaurant already lined up, the company keeps pushing back the opening and starting date. If anyone you know needs a manger, this is your gur. He's dedicated and fully commits to everything her does. Let's all pray for Billy's job to come through quicker than promised.
Time for Action: This is the non-profit that Kim and I have set up and have been helping certain families needs. We are in need of donations of money, clothing, and food. I have a spot at my house and office to drop off any of these necessities or we will come pick them up. So when you are breaking out the winter clothes and it doesn't fit anymore, please call us to get a tax deductible donation.
I apologize if I have forgotten anyone else. Again, let me know and I can add your name and job request to this blog. It is not TIME FOR ACTION. Ask your friends, ask your family members, ask anyone if someone from above could fill someone's needs.
During these unemployed or tough financial times, word of mouth is a great way to spread the word. But the best way for everything to work out is Prayer.....Trust in God.
I will continue to pray for everyone's needs and I know that God will supply. He is the provider of all things. He is the Alpha the Omega, the Beginning and the End. Through Christ all things are possible! Amen?
SONG OF THE DAY:
If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.
Take time today to pray and worship! Love you all!
~Scott
As I was praying this morning and thinking about everything that has happened in the past 62 days it's hard to come up with one subject for this mornings post since there is so much to talk about. So as I was praying I was reminded of prayer service on Tuesday night. One of the most common problems that we prayed about is work. Alive Again is filled with people who need work and I continue to pray for them. At the same time, I figured this was a great place to showcase some talent to see if anyone reading this post might have a need for some of our church family's talents. I might miss some people and might butcher the spelling but if you want to be added I can always edit the post later and add you. As you are reading, please pray for these people and look at your current needs and your friends needs to see if anyone could use these services!
Alive Again: Although not a need for work, just an amazing place to become part of our family to praise and worship our Lord Jesus Christ. We also have many ministries going on that may help your needs. So check out the website and see if we can help renew your faith in God or continue your faith walking with Jesus.
http://aliveagainalliance.com/
Newsholme Financial Center: This is my company. We do accounting, financial planning, budgeting, mortgages, insurance and much more. If you a looking for a company with Christian Morals than this is the place for you. Check us out at:
http://newsholmecenter.com/
Tyler Hansen: Tyler is an amazingly talented guitar player. He teaches guitar lessons on a weekly basis and travels to your house. His rates are very reasonable and he is a Man of God so you get the best of both worlds. If you want more information about his services, please comment and I will get it to him.
Marc Kleinman: Mark does all the graphic design for our church. He can create logos, help with websites, order business cards, letterheads and much much more. Again, if this is your need, please support an amazing guy that does amazing work.
Brian Elias: Brian has a painting company and is one of the pastors of our church. He painted my entire house, some of my offices and some of my friends homes. I couldn't recommend Brian enough! Besides regular painting, he has an amazing talent of painting certain techniques that would be only seen in your home and no where else. I'll post a picture of my favorite room in the house at another time that will blow you away!
Jennifer Elias: Jennifer is one of, if not, the biggest Lia Sophia party consultant in NJ. If you need a party done, she is a must contact. Also, She is amazing at quickbooks and my company is sending her work at home to save us time at the office. She can work out of the house or even consider a full / part time job with tons of experience.
Greg Elias: Greg is a teacher and a football coach. If you hear of any positions opening up in your school district please let me know as I have his resume to send out to you ASAP. Greg is also open to other types of employment. I know Greg and he will succeed at anything he does.
Billy Sagarese: Although Billy has a manager's job at a restaurant already lined up, the company keeps pushing back the opening and starting date. If anyone you know needs a manger, this is your gur. He's dedicated and fully commits to everything her does. Let's all pray for Billy's job to come through quicker than promised.
Time for Action: This is the non-profit that Kim and I have set up and have been helping certain families needs. We are in need of donations of money, clothing, and food. I have a spot at my house and office to drop off any of these necessities or we will come pick them up. So when you are breaking out the winter clothes and it doesn't fit anymore, please call us to get a tax deductible donation.
During these unemployed or tough financial times, word of mouth is a great way to spread the word. But the best way for everything to work out is Prayer.....Trust in God.
Psalm 37:4-6
Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act. He will bring forth your righteousness as the light, and your justice as the noonday.
SONG OF THE DAY:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFHudYLt6l0
BIBLE VERSE OF THE DAY:John 15:7If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.
Take time today to pray and worship! Love you all!
~Scott
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
Day 61 - Juggling Act!
Good Evening. It is 10:30pm...do you know where your kids are? LOL
Today was a juggling act for me. I had work that needed to get done but also had missionary work that had to get accomplished today. It's tough to decide what comes first between these two options. Both are equally important. As I pushed through work, I would take a break to work on the family I was helping. Finally, God stepped in and told me to stop worrying, it's in HIS hands. And I took a walk around the building and trusted it into his will. And when I came back to the office everything started to work out without being much work at all. Now I ask you, If you trust God, will he fail? Never! AMEN?
I feel that by helping this family I have shown others just how great our God is! A client donated a car, a client donated money, a client donated a gift card and mostly without me asking. I just told them the story of what God was having me do and they offered. Amazing. I was just trying to change one life at a time and feel like 10 lives were changed today.
I will have more time tomorrow to REALLY write a good post but my brain is fried! I need sleep to recharge the batteries! So goodnight for now!
SONG OF THE DAY: Lord I Need You - Chris Tomlin
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rR_Rdb1CTE
BIBLE VERSE OF THE DAY:Psalm 72:19
Blessed be his glorious name forever; may the whole earth be filled with his glory! Amen and Amen!
Love and peace to all! God Bless
~Scott
Today was a juggling act for me. I had work that needed to get done but also had missionary work that had to get accomplished today. It's tough to decide what comes first between these two options. Both are equally important. As I pushed through work, I would take a break to work on the family I was helping. Finally, God stepped in and told me to stop worrying, it's in HIS hands. And I took a walk around the building and trusted it into his will. And when I came back to the office everything started to work out without being much work at all. Now I ask you, If you trust God, will he fail? Never! AMEN?
I feel that by helping this family I have shown others just how great our God is! A client donated a car, a client donated money, a client donated a gift card and mostly without me asking. I just told them the story of what God was having me do and they offered. Amazing. I was just trying to change one life at a time and feel like 10 lives were changed today.
I will have more time tomorrow to REALLY write a good post but my brain is fried! I need sleep to recharge the batteries! So goodnight for now!
SONG OF THE DAY: Lord I Need You - Chris Tomlin
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rR_Rdb1CTE
BIBLE VERSE OF THE DAY:Psalm 72:19
Blessed be his glorious name forever; may the whole earth be filled with his glory! Amen and Amen!
Love and peace to all! God Bless
~Scott
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Day 60 - Blessed!
Good late evening everyone. Sorry for the late post. I was up early this morning helping a family in need that my non profit Time for Action, our church Alive Again, and through Jesus we are getting them back on their feet. This family was losing faith and through our church family, our outreach, our love and the Holy Spirit they are seeing God work miracles in their lives. There is still a long road ahead over the next few weeks for them but we all know that God will provide. AMEN?
So tomorrow will be another long day for me but at least I have an easy day at work to play catch up for the time I've spent this week out of the office on a mission. I have learned a valuable lesson through all of this. I thought I could do everything on my own and today God spoke to me and said you can't do ANYTHING on your own! AMEN?
Our church Alive Again is really starting to grow. Our pastors have done a great job with outreach and supporting all of our congregations missions. Big or small! I have a feeling all the seats will be filled this Sunday! If you want to come check us out and see what we are all about and feel the love of Christ in the building every Sunday then check out this website for more information. It is still a work in progress but the meat and potatoes are on the site. http://aliveagainalliance.com/
After a long day we went to prayer night at Pastor Bill's which was much needed for me tonight. The stress of today was lifted and God showed up in a big way for me tonight. It's always through prayer and worship that Jesus reveals himself to me an keeps me grounded. Though song, I am reminded and empowered to walk in the footsteps of Jesus every minute of every day.
Here are some pics from our church Alive Again Ocean County Park Service and Pig Roast!
Simple song lyrics that are so powerful:
Sorry for the short post. I need to be up at 5am and need some sleep. I hope something I wrote inspired you tonight. If anything, it should be, "I WANT MORE OF YOU GOD!" Because who can't use more God? I pray tonight that the God sets a fire in your soul that you can't control because it's glorious.
SONG OF THE DAY (SHOCKER) Set a Fire by Will Regan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZ9T8sJByDE
BIBLE VERSE OF THE DAY: Hebrews 12:29
For our God is a consuming fire.
Have a great night and talk to you tomorrow!
~Scott
So tomorrow will be another long day for me but at least I have an easy day at work to play catch up for the time I've spent this week out of the office on a mission. I have learned a valuable lesson through all of this. I thought I could do everything on my own and today God spoke to me and said you can't do ANYTHING on your own! AMEN?
Our church Alive Again is really starting to grow. Our pastors have done a great job with outreach and supporting all of our congregations missions. Big or small! I have a feeling all the seats will be filled this Sunday! If you want to come check us out and see what we are all about and feel the love of Christ in the building every Sunday then check out this website for more information. It is still a work in progress but the meat and potatoes are on the site. http://aliveagainalliance.com/
After a long day we went to prayer night at Pastor Bill's which was much needed for me tonight. The stress of today was lifted and God showed up in a big way for me tonight. It's always through prayer and worship that Jesus reveals himself to me an keeps me grounded. Though song, I am reminded and empowered to walk in the footsteps of Jesus every minute of every day.
Here are some pics from our church Alive Again Ocean County Park Service and Pig Roast!
Here is Lucas, Ty and Mya and Isaiah (Who's deep in prayer)
Here is our Church Family Alive Again! Some guests but still family!!!
Yup that's me in the black jacket deep in prayer with Pastor Brian on guitar!
Simple song lyrics that are so powerful:
There's no place I'd rather be
There's no place I'd rather be
There's no place I'd rather be
Than here in your love, here in your love
There's no place I'd rather be
There's no place I'd rather be
Than here in your love, here in your love
Set a fire down in my soul
That I can't contain and I can't control
I want more of You God, I want more of You God.
That I can't contain and I can't control
I want more of You God, I want more of You God.
Love of God overflow
Permeate all my soul
Permeate all my soul
Sorry for the short post. I need to be up at 5am and need some sleep. I hope something I wrote inspired you tonight. If anything, it should be, "I WANT MORE OF YOU GOD!" Because who can't use more God? I pray tonight that the God sets a fire in your soul that you can't control because it's glorious.
SONG OF THE DAY (SHOCKER) Set a Fire by Will Regan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZ9T8sJByDE
BIBLE VERSE OF THE DAY: Hebrews 12:29
For our God is a consuming fire.
Have a great night and talk to you tomorrow!
~Scott
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