Saturday Mornings

Most Saturday mornings I am either at work or at school, but today, I am closing at work and don't have class. As a result, I am "grounded" to my bedroom while Sarah has the Junior Girls Lifegroup in the living room. I don't mind at all because I know that she and Mez are investing in a group of young ladies and helping them to grow into women of God. This past week really drained Sarah, but she kept pressing on. I respect her immensely for all of the time and effort she puts into leading her girls. Just thought I'd share.

Relaxation

Yesterday, I got to take a day off again. It was marvelous. I laid on the couch and watched Star Wars and grilled steak for dinner. What a day! Thank you, God, for rest.

Matthew 18:6

"But whoever causes one of these little ones who believes in me to stumble, it would be better for him to have a heavy millstone hung around his neck, and to be drowned in the depth of the sea."

Lord, help me not to lead others away from You. Help me to encourage them and lift them up. Whether in the school building or the church building, give me wisdom to lead those younger than me, knowledge to teach them, courage to stand my ground when need be, and strength to continue day after day. Amen.

Unfortunately

"Unfortunately, a child is the only known substance from which a responsible adult can be made." - Unknown

As someone who has been in youth ministry for ten years and who is pursuing a career in education, it is always good to remember that no matter how a child or teenager may act and choose to live now, these times help dictate how that child will grow up, and even the most irresponsible young person can grow up to be a responsible adult. After all, weren't we all irresponsible children at one point.

Happy Birthday, Mom

It's my mom's birthday today. Happy Birthday Mom!