tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post8327433728839694545..comments2023-05-02T05:40:29.838-07:00Comments on AscendingTheHills: When Fire Came DownJessica Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02450820269367184046noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-65929271985587378042011-06-15T15:47:57.774-07:002011-06-15T15:47:57.774-07:00*plaguing me to reverse in a new direction...*plaguing me to reverse in a new direction...Melissa Tandochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13747825707650125721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-11474263837420850462011-06-15T15:47:01.248-07:002011-06-15T15:47:01.248-07:00Audacita', Serieta', Impegno...
I have b...Audacita', Serieta', Impegno... <br /><br />I have been reflecting over this for more than three days... I'm afraid Jessica, because when the Spirit calls, I cannot resist...<br /><br />And it's a call that's been plaguing me to new reverse in a new direction...<br /><br />The first lines I wrote means we are called by the Spirit to audacity...to be bold and daring... risk takers... that's also equivalent to trust...and loads of it.<br /><br />We are called to seriousness. The breath of God involves us in God's plans... to be life givers to one another... we are called to a mission...<br /><br />We are called to dedicate ourselves to God... to turn away from what impedes us from following Him... to be free people living for Him...<br /><br />So I pray with you..."Come Holy Spirit... fill the hearts of your people ... ..."Melissa Tandochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13747825707650125721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-26922361833967854232011-06-14T15:54:37.661-07:002011-06-14T15:54:37.661-07:00Jessica, my family and I have been void of what I ...Jessica, my family and I have been void of what I would call a 'true' church for a very long time. It saddens me to no end. Debra seemed to hit the nail on the head when she made reference to what seems to be more important to a church now. It's not like I remember it as I was growing up. The unity seems to be gone. The power of Christ is strong and guides our life, we answer His calling. I'm sure there are times that we have missed opportunities because we weren't listening clearly enough. That is an every day task for improvement :) Thank you so much for sharing. It was a great post!Mary Hudak-Collins livingthescripture.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18181851742870395058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-87148974387321740252011-06-14T15:10:22.111-07:002011-06-14T15:10:22.111-07:00Hi, Jessica! --
Thank you for the Bible lesson o...Hi, Jessica! -- <br /><br />Thank you for the Bible lesson on the Pentecost. Although I was once married to a minister, observance of this particular celebration has somehow eluded me all these years.<br /><br />"What is my response to God's call for me?" is a powerful question for each of us to ask ourselves every moment of every day! Thank you for the reminder!<br /><br />Blessings! <br /><br />PS I love the image you chose to illustrate -- Really brings the story to life!Dangerous Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12442306921276302945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-39525037099185513042011-06-13T14:50:43.450-07:002011-06-13T14:50:43.450-07:00Thanks for stopping by Alpana. My love and prayer...Thanks for stopping by Alpana. My love and prayers continue to go your way. ~blessingsJessica Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02450820269367184046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-26400276226263064982011-06-13T14:49:47.817-07:002011-06-13T14:49:47.817-07:00Chris, thanks so much for sharing. Not having a ca...Chris, thanks so much for sharing. Not having a car can be a major frustration and hindrance to opportunities and pursuits. I can relate! My husband and I have been down to one car for almost 10 months now! That means, I'm without a car, he uses our car to get from work. I'm fortunate to have friends that will come over and visit and also take my son and I on playdates. It's not easy though and I look forward to the day when we do get our second car and I can return some favors! :) <br />Thanks for stopping by.<br />~blessingsJessica Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02450820269367184046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-82155149733856006652011-06-13T14:47:39.076-07:002011-06-13T14:47:39.076-07:00David..so true! Thanks for your thoughts. The chur...David..so true! Thanks for your thoughts. The church is sorely lacking in many areas and by the grace of God, that will change someday. Something to pray for! May we all do our part for those who have less than us and build up the body in Christ and renew a sense of compassion throughout humanity.<br />~blessingsJessica Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02450820269367184046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-18485301244353614312011-06-13T14:45:57.177-07:002011-06-13T14:45:57.177-07:00Debra,
Sadly that is so true in too many cases! An...Debra,<br />Sadly that is so true in too many cases! And it leads to spiritual stagnation and stagnation within the Body and blocks us from our purposes that we have in Christ and to live a life full of His Spirit. It's something to pray for, for sure. That a renewel will start to take place in our churches, within the Body of Christ. A new zeal for God and to live out His love and follow the radical path of Jesus rather than our plans, but God's plans.<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by :)Jessica Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02450820269367184046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-22552294026639618812011-06-12T18:51:10.149-07:002011-06-12T18:51:10.149-07:00I am here after a long time,and its always good fo...I am here after a long time,and its always good for me to be here. Thank u Jessica,for everything..love u always.Alpana Jaiswalhttp://www.motifsonthewall.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-85258104629964077172011-06-12T04:12:16.559-07:002011-06-12T04:12:16.559-07:00First a little personal story to help you understa...First a little personal story to help you understand my role in helping my friends:<br /><b>Due to a variety of medical challenges I had as child, I didn't drive until I was about 26 or 27. It was NOT easy asking others to be my taxi when I wanted to go somewhere. STILL don't drive on the highway; and I STILL find it difficult to have to rely on my friends for long distance driving. THINK it's something about my wanting to do everything I can on my own.<br /><br />Anyway, now that I can drive I remember vividly how it felt when I couldn't and I had to ask for help. I live in a neighborhood where many of my neighbors don't drive. When I see them walking to town, I ALWAYS stop and ask if they want a ride. I think, like I was they may be too proud to ask for help. Don't want to let that stop them.<br /><br />The first thing I say when they accept is I remember what it's like not to have access to a car.</b><br /><br />That's one of the ways I reach out.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-65154130682871471702011-06-12T00:16:02.427-07:002011-06-12T00:16:02.427-07:00A timely post about the churches and our responsib...A timely post about the churches and our responsibility to the downtrodden. We all seem to have lost our way along the path and now we care more about material objects and collecting riches. The power of Christ is alive and well but the church and its reputation well that's another...Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06410839514624429792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-73543999494942920922011-06-11T22:04:23.415-07:002011-06-11T22:04:23.415-07:00I remember that last Pentecost celebration I atten...I remember that last Pentecost celebration I attended at St. Timothy’s. We sang songs for the occasion, like “We are one in the Spirit” and the youth came down the aisle with dove flags and the service was so much livelier than usual. And now, in retrospect, it all seems like just one more ritual. <br /> <br />The closest I’m ever come to experiencing that sense of community was back in the days of the charismatic renewal when going to church was just enlivening. It was all so exciting and the fervor was contagious and it felt like we were one. <br /> <br />What would the Church look like today with that same kind of unity as the Early Church? I don’t know because somehow it (the church) seems to have lost its way. Now it’s more about new buildings and programs and fund raisers to pay for the new building. It’s more about keeping up appearances than bearing good fruit. At least this is what I’ve witnessed in some churches. I guess you can tell how disillusioned I’ve become with organized religion. Not with the Body of Christ, or the kingdom of God, which is still alive and well on this earth, embodied in true saints who are doing the works that He has called them to… but with institutional religion that just talks the talk.Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-17665292424014906112011-06-11T21:41:15.666-07:002011-06-11T21:41:15.666-07:00Wonderful, wonderful reminders for all of us to ke...Wonderful, wonderful reminders for all of us to keep in mind. Thanks for a fantastic blog!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com