It's been a while since I have last been on here. It is not for any particular reason. My life still has been exciting and interesting. I just have not been able to make it over to the blogging world very much. So have some grace for me please.
A couple days ago, I just finished a great book from author, Philip Yancey, titled "What So Amazing About Grace?" The book has been very rewarding, but challenging to me. We indeed do have a gracious God, but we still reside in a not so gracious world. Something that I know I struggle with, but know I must do, is allow God's Spirit to move in me and let his GRACE shine. God's grace is what this world needs, it is what my family needs, my girlfriend needs, my friends needs, my co-workers needs, that guy that cuts me off on the freeway needs, the rich and famous needs (can't buy), anyone that is still held captive by their sins needs, and is what I need everyday. Even though the world may not be so forgiving to me, I must keep my eyes on the One who taught me Grace. Thank you Lord Jesus Christ!
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Thursday, November 6, 2008
Why I voted for Jesus Christ on Tuesday
Well there is always a warning to never talk about two things: religion and politics, because you are bound to insult someone. Well I may be doing just that, but I thought I would respond to all of the things I read from people about why they voted for Senators Barack Obama or John McCain. I do have this disclaimer. I do not hate any of the candidates and I did not believe the lies about them either. I do not believe Obama is a socialist Muslim that is friends with terrorists and I did not think McCain was too old and crazy for the job. So that had nothing to do with it.
McCain: I will start with the loser. I always liked McCain, as the American who has served his country in so many different ways. He has given more to this country, than I probably ever will. His campaign and there constant negative attacks was something I did not like. I know Obama's campaign wasn't all clean either, but McCain's just kept going at it.
Palin: I never felt like she was ready to be President, if she had to be called to the challenge. I do not blame her for McCain's lost because it was McCain decision to begin with. His decision making in choosing her as his VP showed me that he was more interested in getting the more conservative vote, than the moderate or unsure voters' vote. I also do not think we have heard the last of her either. If she is as strong as she says she is, then we will see her again in some way.
Obama: I had two strong issues with him. I am someone who has great respect for human life and do not believe that since we have the technology, than we have the choice. His responses to the issue of abortion was not very satisfying to me. I know it is just one issue out of many, but this is an issue of whether not someone gets to live and be born or die and never live. I also worry about experience. I am trying to look for a job myself, but my lack of experience is making my career search a lot more challenging. I am not saying that he will do a bad job, I was just not convinced that he was capable of doing the job. He is my President and while I did not vote for him, I will not be against him. I will pray for him and hope that my most of my fellow Americans did make the right choice.
Jesus Christ: I voted for Him because He is my savior and has lead me through so many challenges in my life. I have so many freedoms in this country, but my most prized freedom is the freedom from my sins. I trust Jesus more than anyone else. While I knew Jesus was not going to be elected, I just wanted the record to show that I was not satisfy with either major campaign and so my one single vote went to the One who truly gave me HOPE.
McCain: I will start with the loser. I always liked McCain, as the American who has served his country in so many different ways. He has given more to this country, than I probably ever will. His campaign and there constant negative attacks was something I did not like. I know Obama's campaign wasn't all clean either, but McCain's just kept going at it.
Palin: I never felt like she was ready to be President, if she had to be called to the challenge. I do not blame her for McCain's lost because it was McCain decision to begin with. His decision making in choosing her as his VP showed me that he was more interested in getting the more conservative vote, than the moderate or unsure voters' vote. I also do not think we have heard the last of her either. If she is as strong as she says she is, then we will see her again in some way.
Obama: I had two strong issues with him. I am someone who has great respect for human life and do not believe that since we have the technology, than we have the choice. His responses to the issue of abortion was not very satisfying to me. I know it is just one issue out of many, but this is an issue of whether not someone gets to live and be born or die and never live. I also worry about experience. I am trying to look for a job myself, but my lack of experience is making my career search a lot more challenging. I am not saying that he will do a bad job, I was just not convinced that he was capable of doing the job. He is my President and while I did not vote for him, I will not be against him. I will pray for him and hope that my most of my fellow Americans did make the right choice.
Jesus Christ: I voted for Him because He is my savior and has lead me through so many challenges in my life. I have so many freedoms in this country, but my most prized freedom is the freedom from my sins. I trust Jesus more than anyone else. While I knew Jesus was not going to be elected, I just wanted the record to show that I was not satisfy with either major campaign and so my one single vote went to the One who truly gave me HOPE.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
World Series, Voting, Sharks, and The Ugly
World Series: Well congrats to the Philadelphia Phillies, their fans, and one of the coolest mascots in the world. I did not watch one minute of the World Series and apparently so did many other Americans. While the Rays did lose, they still have at least one season of bragging rights over teams that are not called the "Philadelphia Phillies". Hopefully, the Oakland Athletics will do a better job next season with the young guys that I probably never heard of.
Voting: I voted tonight...absentee style. Now I just want the ads and election talk to end. I can't wait until its November 5th. Remember if you are voting absentee, than you better mail it out by Halloween and use extra postage.
Sharks: The San Jose Sharks are having their best season start ever (8-2). Thursday, they due battle with the defending Stanley Cup Champs, Detroit Red Wings. Something that I would like to seeing in 2009, is the Sharks winning the cup. That would be awesome!
The Ugly: Sin is ugly. I do not really need to say anything more than that, but I will any ways. I do not think I have seen how ugly sin really is, but I hope I do. I live in a world that has become very gray. There are some sins that my culture, my country, my peers, and even myself will not tolerate, but there are still many that have exceptions attached to them or no recognition at all for what it truly is. Based on my experience with sin, the three things that I know about sin is that it separates us from the things we truly desire the most, it ruins relationships, and causes much suffering. While sin is ugly, God is beautiful. I do not have to hope because I know that one day I will just see how beautiful God truly is.
Voting: I voted tonight...absentee style. Now I just want the ads and election talk to end. I can't wait until its November 5th. Remember if you are voting absentee, than you better mail it out by Halloween and use extra postage.
Sharks: The San Jose Sharks are having their best season start ever (8-2). Thursday, they due battle with the defending Stanley Cup Champs, Detroit Red Wings. Something that I would like to seeing in 2009, is the Sharks winning the cup. That would be awesome!
The Ugly: Sin is ugly. I do not really need to say anything more than that, but I will any ways. I do not think I have seen how ugly sin really is, but I hope I do. I live in a world that has become very gray. There are some sins that my culture, my country, my peers, and even myself will not tolerate, but there are still many that have exceptions attached to them or no recognition at all for what it truly is. Based on my experience with sin, the three things that I know about sin is that it separates us from the things we truly desire the most, it ruins relationships, and causes much suffering. While sin is ugly, God is beautiful. I do not have to hope because I know that one day I will just see how beautiful God truly is.
Friday, October 24, 2008
Costumes, Election Polls, and Patience
Costumes: The prices for these costumes are just absolutely ridiculous. It would be like buying a wedding dress every year. That is why I suggest buying a costume that can be worn more than once. Be something that resembles your favorite sports team, so you can also wear it as you are watching the game. Buy something that fits your line of work or the profession you think about going into. If you are a person of faith, than go with those professional religious titles, just in case God calls on you to live that life. Now I know people say you are suppose to dress up like something that you are not, so find someone that is not anyway like you, and borrow their clothes for the evening. If you want to be cheap, than use stuff that you have lying around the house, like aluminum foil that would make you into a giant leftover. Do something clever, like a riddle or a pun. For example, taking a white sheet and cut hundreds of holes in them and you got yourself a "HOLeY ghost" costume. Or you can just buy that overprice costume that you will only wear once.
Election Day: I am getting annoyed by these early projections because it makes me wonder what is the point in voting for president, if we already know who is going to win. Saying that Obama has locked up this state and McCain had locked this state, is taking away the excitement of election day. Now in some areas, people are literally going to the polls early. I understand the use of absentees, but why do we have early voting. Now November 4th, 2008 is not election day, but election deadline. I know its good that people are at least voting, but the spirit and excitement of election day is fading and not so eventful.
Patience: I have learned that this is one of the hardest things to do. I live in a very impatient world, but serve a very patient God. Patience is not easy, at least not for me. When I am not patient, I become frustrated and angry. I sometimes wonder how God can be so patient with us, when there is so much that needs to be done with, what it seems like, so little time. Then I remember that God has a plan for me and my time is not the same as His time. In fact, I do not know really when my time will be up. I may have more time and I may have less. If patience involves waiting, than I should be thinking about what is it that God is being so patient with me over.
Election Day: I am getting annoyed by these early projections because it makes me wonder what is the point in voting for president, if we already know who is going to win. Saying that Obama has locked up this state and McCain had locked this state, is taking away the excitement of election day. Now in some areas, people are literally going to the polls early. I understand the use of absentees, but why do we have early voting. Now November 4th, 2008 is not election day, but election deadline. I know its good that people are at least voting, but the spirit and excitement of election day is fading and not so eventful.
Patience: I have learned that this is one of the hardest things to do. I live in a very impatient world, but serve a very patient God. Patience is not easy, at least not for me. When I am not patient, I become frustrated and angry. I sometimes wonder how God can be so patient with us, when there is so much that needs to be done with, what it seems like, so little time. Then I remember that God has a plan for me and my time is not the same as His time. In fact, I do not know really when my time will be up. I may have more time and I may have less. If patience involves waiting, than I should be thinking about what is it that God is being so patient with me over.
Friday, October 17, 2008
Absent, Baseball, Sharks, Job, and My Love
My Absence: I haven't blogged in a while and for doing so I feel like I have not given myself much time to reflect and read others reflection. That is not to say that I have not been thinking because I have, but I feel like God wants me to be writing on here again. So here I am.
Baseball: Since my beloved Oakland A's has not been in the playoff hunt, I haven't been watching baseball. I do know that our rival, Angels, are out, the Yankees Empire has crumpled...for now, and the Rays are having the best season of their short franchise history. I guess I will cheer for the Rays if they are in the World Series, since their names rhymes with "A's" and I have nothing against them.
Sharks: Now here is a team that I am excited for. I like watching all sports, even the weird ones from other countries. My favorite team is the San Jose Sharks. I really would like to see them win Lord Stanley's Cup and this year looks like their year. Of course, there is many more games to play, so its too early to tell, but I like the direction the team is heading. I especially enjoy the fact that they signed veteran defensivemen, Rob BLAKE. Go Sharks!!!
Job Search: Something that has changed since my last blog is that I did graduate from graduate school with my degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. Something that has NOT change is my job. I am still working at the bookstore. Job searching is no fun and can be very self deflating. Please pray for me as I search for where God wants me to work. I know there are people in Fresno that could use my help and service, but making that connection is the current challenge I am facing. Do thank the Lord for me, for having some kind of a job so that I can pay my bills and enjoy life with my Love.
My Love: Sharon and I are approaching the date, that I first asked her out. I love my Princess very much and I am thankful of the time God gives us to have together. God has been good to us and we have been drawing closer to Him too.
Baseball: Since my beloved Oakland A's has not been in the playoff hunt, I haven't been watching baseball. I do know that our rival, Angels, are out, the Yankees Empire has crumpled...for now, and the Rays are having the best season of their short franchise history. I guess I will cheer for the Rays if they are in the World Series, since their names rhymes with "A's" and I have nothing against them.
Sharks: Now here is a team that I am excited for. I like watching all sports, even the weird ones from other countries. My favorite team is the San Jose Sharks. I really would like to see them win Lord Stanley's Cup and this year looks like their year. Of course, there is many more games to play, so its too early to tell, but I like the direction the team is heading. I especially enjoy the fact that they signed veteran defensivemen, Rob BLAKE. Go Sharks!!!
Job Search: Something that has changed since my last blog is that I did graduate from graduate school with my degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. Something that has NOT change is my job. I am still working at the bookstore. Job searching is no fun and can be very self deflating. Please pray for me as I search for where God wants me to work. I know there are people in Fresno that could use my help and service, but making that connection is the current challenge I am facing. Do thank the Lord for me, for having some kind of a job so that I can pay my bills and enjoy life with my Love.
My Love: Sharon and I are approaching the date, that I first asked her out. I love my Princess very much and I am thankful of the time God gives us to have together. God has been good to us and we have been drawing closer to Him too.
Monday, April 28, 2008
I am still alive!!!
Hi ya! Well if you are reading this, then you must of not given up on me writing a new blog. I haven't had much time to blog, despite having plenty of things to blog about. Here is a quick run through of some things that have happen to me over the last couple of months.
-I have a girlfriend!!! She is beautiful and a real blessing to me. I could not ask for a better lady to have in my life.
-Both of my sisters are engaged now! Congrats to them and my future brother-in-laws.
-I am graduating in a couple of weeks with my Masters.
-That also means I am job hunting too. Not so thrill about this part. Keep this in your prayers.
-The college age group at my church is growing this year...which has been an answered prayer.
-My internship with the County of Fresno is ending in about a week. I will miss all those people, both the co-workers and clients.
-In sports, the Sharks are in the playoffs, but are having trouble....the San Jose Earthquakes are BACK in action...the Oakland A's are having one of the best "rebuilding" years I have ever seen....Barry Zito continues to rob the SF Giants...."okay" is the word that best describes my feelings for the Niners draft picks.
-Top 3 Movies I can't wait to see...
1) Batman Begins
2) Indiana Jones 4
3) Iron Man
-Finally, God is AMAZING!
Hopefully, I will be blogging more, once school is over and I got more time. That is all for now. Take care!
-I have a girlfriend!!! She is beautiful and a real blessing to me. I could not ask for a better lady to have in my life.
-Both of my sisters are engaged now! Congrats to them and my future brother-in-laws.
-I am graduating in a couple of weeks with my Masters.
-That also means I am job hunting too. Not so thrill about this part. Keep this in your prayers.
-The college age group at my church is growing this year...which has been an answered prayer.
-My internship with the County of Fresno is ending in about a week. I will miss all those people, both the co-workers and clients.
-In sports, the Sharks are in the playoffs, but are having trouble....the San Jose Earthquakes are BACK in action...the Oakland A's are having one of the best "rebuilding" years I have ever seen....Barry Zito continues to rob the SF Giants...."okay" is the word that best describes my feelings for the Niners draft picks.
-Top 3 Movies I can't wait to see...
1) Batman Begins
2) Indiana Jones 4
3) Iron Man
-Finally, God is AMAZING!
Hopefully, I will be blogging more, once school is over and I got more time. That is all for now. Take care!
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Good-bye Hope
I just talked with my friend and she said little baby Hope passed away around 3PM. They also said thank you for praying. Please keep this family in your prayers. This can't be an easy time for them, especially with it being Christmas and the holiday season. I hope all of you are having a better day.
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