Experience is life's best teacher, but it doesn't have to be.
I'm having a blehhh moment, learning the hard way.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Carrot sticks.
I completely forgot to tell you about the hot chocolate here!
But first, I will have you know, I adore hot chocolate.
Before I left for Italy, when the weather in Riverside was well above 100 degrees, I was still drinking my cup of love every single day. The cravings never end, rain or shine. Well, where I live, it's more shine or shine. But that's not the point.
In any case, the hot chocolate here isn't in liquid form...it's in pudding form. :)
Ahhh, a little bit of sweet heaven.
But first, I will have you know, I adore hot chocolate.
Before I left for Italy, when the weather in Riverside was well above 100 degrees, I was still drinking my cup of love every single day. The cravings never end, rain or shine. Well, where I live, it's more shine or shine. But that's not the point.
In any case, the hot chocolate here isn't in liquid form...it's in pudding form. :)
Ahhh, a little bit of sweet heaven.
Still beating.
Let love be without hypocrisy... – Romans 12:9
My heart. It is my deepest desire to love the Lord without hypocrisy. But I find, as I stand in His marvelous light, how far I am from reaching that longing. Tonight, as we worshipped the Lord, my heart struggled. In a way, I can’t completely describe.
However, I have a High Priest who has not only passed through the heavens, but He has been in all points tempted, yet without sin. Jesus Christ knows me perfectly. He knows my every weakness and is patient and ready to give me exactly what I need.
And I need Him.
Therefore, I shall draw near with boldness unto the throne of grace, that I may receive mercy, and may find grace to help me in my time of need. Do you know how epic that is? I, little old me, can draw near to God’s throne without fear, without doubt, without the slightest hesitation because Christ is my Savior.
Brian led us in communion. He reminded us of the power of the cross. He reminded us that we were forgiven. Sometimes, I need reminding.
I am beyond blessed to be here in Italy. I honestly love this small city. I love my newly found brothers and sisters in Christ. I love that the Lord has brought all of us here together, if only for a small season.
It has also been stormy here. Two nights ago, the dark sky rumbled with thunder and lit up with lightning. The rain. It’s all amazing and perfectly fitting for rain boots and umbrellas. EXACTLY how I like it.
And, as for “servanthood,” I’ll be working with the children of Calvary Chapel Montebelluna in the Sunday school class! Pray for me- that these small children would teach me a little something about faith and that I would have a possible impact upon them as well.
I’m also planning a mini trip to Germany, not this weekend, but next. So, you can lift that up as well.
Well, I think that sums it up for now. I love you all a million times over and over.
By the way, keep my heart in your prayers also...just that it could be fully committed to the Lord and that I could honor Him with my life.
My heart. It is my deepest desire to love the Lord without hypocrisy. But I find, as I stand in His marvelous light, how far I am from reaching that longing. Tonight, as we worshipped the Lord, my heart struggled. In a way, I can’t completely describe.
However, I have a High Priest who has not only passed through the heavens, but He has been in all points tempted, yet without sin. Jesus Christ knows me perfectly. He knows my every weakness and is patient and ready to give me exactly what I need.
And I need Him.
Therefore, I shall draw near with boldness unto the throne of grace, that I may receive mercy, and may find grace to help me in my time of need. Do you know how epic that is? I, little old me, can draw near to God’s throne without fear, without doubt, without the slightest hesitation because Christ is my Savior.
Brian led us in communion. He reminded us of the power of the cross. He reminded us that we were forgiven. Sometimes, I need reminding.
I am beyond blessed to be here in Italy. I honestly love this small city. I love my newly found brothers and sisters in Christ. I love that the Lord has brought all of us here together, if only for a small season.
It has also been stormy here. Two nights ago, the dark sky rumbled with thunder and lit up with lightning. The rain. It’s all amazing and perfectly fitting for rain boots and umbrellas. EXACTLY how I like it.
And, as for “servanthood,” I’ll be working with the children of Calvary Chapel Montebelluna in the Sunday school class! Pray for me- that these small children would teach me a little something about faith and that I would have a possible impact upon them as well.
I’m also planning a mini trip to Germany, not this weekend, but next. So, you can lift that up as well.
Well, I think that sums it up for now. I love you all a million times over and over.
By the way, keep my heart in your prayers also...just that it could be fully committed to the Lord and that I could honor Him with my life.
Friday, September 11, 2009
Lammmme
So as much as is in me, [I am] ready to preach the gospel to you who are in Rome also. For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed faith to faith; as it is written, "The just shall live by faith." Romans 1:15-17
I lost my converter. I've taken apart my wholeeee room...bed...everything and it is absolutely gone. :( So, charging my computer has become a difficult task. Actually, plugging anything into an outlet is downright impossible. But, o wells...sharing is caring. :P
And yesterday, we all went to the thriftshop again. I looove it. Honestly, allllll the old books make my heart oh so happy. :) Then we went into town, and looked at a couple boutiques--sooo much fun, but completely out of my price range. But, tomorrow I'll be spending the day in Venice, so I couldn't be happier.
But, continue praying. :)
I don't know, I've been really brain dead lately...hopefully you'll get a better update next time
I lost my converter. I've taken apart my wholeeee room...bed...everything and it is absolutely gone. :( So, charging my computer has become a difficult task. Actually, plugging anything into an outlet is downright impossible. But, o wells...sharing is caring. :P
And yesterday, we all went to the thriftshop again. I looove it. Honestly, allllll the old books make my heart oh so happy. :) Then we went into town, and looked at a couple boutiques--sooo much fun, but completely out of my price range. But, tomorrow I'll be spending the day in Venice, so I couldn't be happier.
But, continue praying. :)
I don't know, I've been really brain dead lately...hopefully you'll get a better update next time
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Wanting
Italy, how long have you been living in my heart?
I can't even say; I have no idea as to how you even got in there. :) Oh wells, you're there now and there's no helping that.
As you all probably know, I've spent my last two semesters at the Bible College in Murrieta. And throughout this past year, a LOT has happened. Well, that's how I feel anyways. But I believe the Lord has completely turned me around and upside down and placed me here, in Montebelluna. And so far, it's a complete blessing.
Italy is nothing like what I had expected. :) I left home September fourth and arrived the fifth. Surprisingly, the plane ride went exceptionally well. Praise Jesus! I get lost in my own mall. :P In any case, the director of my school picked me and another girl Victoria, who turned out to be my roommate, up from Venice.
We ended up at the cutest little flat. It's right above a little funiture store. ;) It has a small kitchen, living room, veranda, and three bedrooms. I'll be honest, I immediately felt awkward. Scratch that. I never feel awkward, I am awkward- In absolutely every sense of the word, but that's something you'll just have to get over and accept. The point is, there was a little homesickness...a little "what did i get myself into."
But I've learned, it's best to just admit your weaknesses to Christ Jesus immediately, because He already knows them anyways. So i did. There was a lot of "admitting" that night. I also asked Him to teach me, to soften my heart, and to give me the strength to endure, all while praising His name. And let me tell you, the Lord is faithful!
He has also, quite frankly, blessed me with the most amazing roommates ever! (well, i still got some favorites back home but they know that) But truly, today was the first day of women's dicipleship and I was blown away. All of these girls have something to give and share already...I cannot even imagine how much the Lord will grow all of us individually by the end of the semester. I am expecting much fruit. :)
As for my classes, I am taking Romans, Minor Prophets, Intro to Cults, and 2 Corinthians. Again I have to admit- so far, so good! God's Word is mighty and powerful. But I think what I have been convicted most by is my lack of compassion for the lost. I have the truth. I have been saved, forgiven of all my sins. And yet, I don't share the gospel as much as I should. This is one of the many reasons I have been so blessed by coming to Italy...they have such a heart for missions and have already taught me how to practically share my faith on a daily basis. Now I just need boldness! < Prayer Request #1
Another great thing about Italy is obviously the culture! I l-o-v-e shopping in the local markets or going to the nearby coffeeshop. I also got to visit the catholic church with beautiful stained glassed windows. And I get to hear the churchbells every morning! Such a luxury!
I don't know, I think it took me an hour to just write this...and there's still so much that I haven't even mentioned...The Lord is good.
But, I gotta stop while I'm ahead.
Honestly, I love you all and I'm so grateful for all your continued prayers. Call me! ummm the phonenumber is totally upstairs and I'm lazy haha...You can either ask my mom for it or just wait for my next entry. It won't be international! Somehow it's stationed in orange county sooo...well i don't know how it works but it does and it's free for me!
So pray for me! I need it.
Pray for the people of Italy.
Pray for my roommates. And unity!
Pray for my teachers.
Visit my madre and daddy and give them loves for me. :)
P.S I miss Juniper...like no OTHER! :(
I'm having withdrawels
OHHHHHH and the thrift store here...is going to become my new home. :)
P.P.S my milk expired today...it kinda made me depressed : /
I can't even say; I have no idea as to how you even got in there. :) Oh wells, you're there now and there's no helping that.
As you all probably know, I've spent my last two semesters at the Bible College in Murrieta. And throughout this past year, a LOT has happened. Well, that's how I feel anyways. But I believe the Lord has completely turned me around and upside down and placed me here, in Montebelluna. And so far, it's a complete blessing.
Italy is nothing like what I had expected. :) I left home September fourth and arrived the fifth. Surprisingly, the plane ride went exceptionally well. Praise Jesus! I get lost in my own mall. :P In any case, the director of my school picked me and another girl Victoria, who turned out to be my roommate, up from Venice.
We ended up at the cutest little flat. It's right above a little funiture store. ;) It has a small kitchen, living room, veranda, and three bedrooms. I'll be honest, I immediately felt awkward. Scratch that. I never feel awkward, I am awkward- In absolutely every sense of the word, but that's something you'll just have to get over and accept. The point is, there was a little homesickness...a little "what did i get myself into."
But I've learned, it's best to just admit your weaknesses to Christ Jesus immediately, because He already knows them anyways. So i did. There was a lot of "admitting" that night. I also asked Him to teach me, to soften my heart, and to give me the strength to endure, all while praising His name. And let me tell you, the Lord is faithful!
He has also, quite frankly, blessed me with the most amazing roommates ever! (well, i still got some favorites back home but they know that) But truly, today was the first day of women's dicipleship and I was blown away. All of these girls have something to give and share already...I cannot even imagine how much the Lord will grow all of us individually by the end of the semester. I am expecting much fruit. :)
As for my classes, I am taking Romans, Minor Prophets, Intro to Cults, and 2 Corinthians. Again I have to admit- so far, so good! God's Word is mighty and powerful. But I think what I have been convicted most by is my lack of compassion for the lost. I have the truth. I have been saved, forgiven of all my sins. And yet, I don't share the gospel as much as I should. This is one of the many reasons I have been so blessed by coming to Italy...they have such a heart for missions and have already taught me how to practically share my faith on a daily basis. Now I just need boldness! < Prayer Request #1
Another great thing about Italy is obviously the culture! I l-o-v-e shopping in the local markets or going to the nearby coffeeshop. I also got to visit the catholic church with beautiful stained glassed windows. And I get to hear the churchbells every morning! Such a luxury!
I don't know, I think it took me an hour to just write this...and there's still so much that I haven't even mentioned...The Lord is good.
But, I gotta stop while I'm ahead.
Honestly, I love you all and I'm so grateful for all your continued prayers. Call me! ummm the phonenumber is totally upstairs and I'm lazy haha...You can either ask my mom for it or just wait for my next entry. It won't be international! Somehow it's stationed in orange county sooo...well i don't know how it works but it does and it's free for me!
So pray for me! I need it.
Pray for the people of Italy.
Pray for my roommates. And unity!
Pray for my teachers.
Visit my madre and daddy and give them loves for me. :)
P.S I miss Juniper...like no OTHER! :(
I'm having withdrawels
OHHHHHH and the thrift store here...is going to become my new home. :)
P.P.S my milk expired today...it kinda made me depressed : /
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