June 12th, 2008

[mything_diary02] Subject: Sorry...give me more time Time: 05:12 pm Current Mood: sad

After school i decided to go home early. While riding a Jeepney(transport car) i saw a woman(one of the passenger) sitting beside me carrying 2 of her children , the other 2 is beside her and in the front seat. When i look at them i really felt so pity . The boy beside her was so untidy and he was sweating all over his face because of the hot weather. Looking at the woman, i can see that they are poor. Her children were so thin, i could consider them malnourished.  I really wanted to cry when i saw the boy beside her, so innocent and young and i can see in his eyes how good he is. He was carrying a bottle of milk for his two younger sibling. He gave a towel to his sibling,who was in the front seat and told him to wipe his head and face. At that moment, i really adore him because at a young age he learned to be more responsible and concern to his siblings. I thought to myself to give them my burger that i have not eaten during break but i was too shy and scared. I was shy because there were so many passengers in the jeepney and i am sure there attention will be towards us and scared that the mother will refuse my kindness.I am ashame when people refuse my offer. But i really wanted to give it to them but i just don't have the courage and self-confidence to do so. I really felt sorry for not giving it to them. If only there's anything i can do to help them. So,when i reached my destination,i got out in the jeepney with a heavy heart. Until now, i still regret not giving them the food. It's my only chance to give something to them but i didn't do. All i have done was staring them the whole time i was there. I really want to help people who are suffering from poverty. I am not rich but i got all the things i needed in life. And i know that i am lucky enough. And so,I feel guilty every time i see poor people because there's nothing i can do to help them. I don't have the courage and the spirit. My fear rule over me. "I am scared to interact with different people and i hate myself for that". I really really felt sorry for not doing the things that i should have done. I still need time to gain my self-confidence, to be myself

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December 31st, 2007

[ailym_notes] Subject: Introductions are in order Time: 07:28 pm Current Mood: Happy New Year

Hello everyone! My name is Ailym and I just joined today!  My mother purchased the Purposed Driven Life for me some time ago but I missed placed it in a move.  I finally opened the box of books it was hidden in and couldn't be happier.  I would love to hear what other have to say about it or just learn what wonderful things God is doing in your life!  BTW Happy New Year!

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July 1st, 2006

[brio_miller] Subject: New Member Post Time: 11:24 am Current Mood: cheerful

Hi, I'm Brio. Today is my 22nd b-day and my mom bought me a copy of The Purpose Driven Life. I just read through day 1. Just a start to another year :)

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November 6th, 2005

[youthkid] Subject: urgant! Time: 03:59 pm

could everyone please pray for my sister mikayla she is 3 and has a temp. of 102.2 and if it doesn't go down in 10min. we are taking her to the hospital thanks.

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[savedbythecross] Subject: Let me introduce myself . . . [Nov. 5th, 2005|01:28 pm] Time: 02:48 pm

I have always believed that God really exists. When I was just a child, my mother taught me to pray and instructed me to say my prayers before going to sleep. However, we did not attend church and now in adulthood, I lack the background that many of you may have. I have made many selfish mistakes in my life. There are numerous situations that I would like to "take back" and forget ever happened. Others have been hurt and disappointed along the way, because of me. You see, I led a very destructive life. I believed that God exists but did I believe Him with my heart and mind? Did I seek Him with my whole being and choose Him for my best friend? I now realize that I cannot change the past but I can ask Jesus to change my heart. Because of Him, my present and future have been changed. About three years ago, I began seeing the numbers "316" in various places. Still today, I continue to see these numbers repeatedly (at least 5 times per week). I'll wake up suddenly at night, look at the clock, and it reads "3:16". I look at the timer on my CD player and the display says "316". While working on a report at work, I will often see $316.00. A phone number or address that I'm looking for will include this trio of numbers. When paying a bill or purchasing something, my total amount will include this series of numbers. In my heart, I believe that God is showing Himself to me in a way that I will recognize. I am now beginning to see God's presence in many other areas of my life. I created this journal for two reasons. First, I have a great desire to grow and develop in my walk with God. In order to do this, I need to surround myself with others who make God the number one priority in their lives. Secondly, I want to share my story with others who wish to hear it. My heart has been released from the anger and bitterness that controlled my life for such a long time. Only Jesus could accomplish that for me. Since He worked a miracle in my life, he can forgive and heal anyone who comes to Him. link 0 comments|post comment

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October 28th, 2005

[jwilhunt] Time: 08:32 am

( Brand new community.. if this isnt allowed please delete! )

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October 19th, 2005

[brucy] Subject: Final Update Time: 12:40 pm Current Mood: sad

I can't really type anything so I copied the e-mail that was sent to the campus. Dear Bethany Community, Our dear friend, teacher, and colleague, Roger Bishop, died Tuesday night around 11:00 p.m. He was surrounded by his family and died very peacefully and without pain. We will gather as a community of prayer in Chapel this morning at 10:30 to give thanks to God for Roger’s life. The time for the funeral will be determined later today. Rest eternal grant him, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon him. Peace, Noni Strand Campus Pastor Please pray for our community as we try to cope with this matter.

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September 29th, 2005

[brucy] Subject: Another Update Time: 01:24 am Current Mood: scared

So here is another update and hopefully last for a while. So on Monday my professor went and saw an Oncologist (sp?). And the news was not good. He told my professor that he had 2-6 months to live. He is still teaching and he will as long as he is able.

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September 22nd, 2005

[brucy] Subject: Update Time: 02:06 pm Current Mood: sad

Here is an update on my professor. Well today...Thursday he is having a colonoscopy. He does have some form of cancer. He is meeting with the oncologist on monday to come up with treatment ideas. He is still teaching. He is losing strength in his left left, he has trouble speaking because he has to gasp for breath, he is also losing a lot of weight. His wife is being as strong as she can, considering all the health problems she went through at the beginning of the year. His kids are having a rough time dealing with it. Just please keep praying for him. They need all the prayers they can get. Thanks so much and God Bless

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September 13th, 2005

[brucy] Subject: Prayer Request Time: 04:59 pm Current Mood: sad

I am asking everyone to please pray for my college professor and Advisor, Roger Bishop. He has started to undergo testing for what they have found to be lesions on the back of his brain which they think started in either his stomach or pelvic region. He has also form lumps on his neck and under his left arm. The lump under his left arm is causing him to lose feeling and movement in his arm. Please pray for him and his Wife Gem. They are great people and he is a huge asset to the Bethany College Community. God Bless Bruce

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April 26th, 2005

[salt_and_light] Time: 12:13 am

If you would like to donate to my mission trip to Panama go to this site here:http://www.globalexpeditions.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=about.donate search by missionary ID- my Id number is 2272232 Angela Ponticelli. please help me...

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April 25th, 2005

[salt_and_light] Time: 09:35 pm

Hey guys... I hate to have to post this and im not the person to ever want to do this.. but i have to. I need $1,110 by May 8th.... I have about $400... I havent been able to work in two weeks because of my foot surgery that i had and i went to work last night, killed myself.. totally shouldnt have gone. Got away with about two hundred dollars and it was stolen from my house today... I hate this but im in need.... i never wanted to write this.. Missions trips are my calling.. i love doing it and i just need to go out there and preach Gods message. I have been on two other trips and i want so despratly to go again. All of my time and effort has been going into getting money for this but im not getting any! so what i guess im asking is... if you have even .25 cents or something that you would like to donate i would really appreciate it.. I hate that im here saying this. But i really need money to go and be able to preach Gods love. I know i dont get on here that much and i even dont know many of you. But please just think about it. or you can at least pray for me! I would appreciate that more than you know! If you would like to donate.. please contact me some way some how and i will give you the information for sending in money... Please... just think about it.

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April 21st, 2005

[lifewithlogan] Subject: Rick Warren's vision statement for the Purpose Driven movement Time: 09:48 pm

The Purpose Driven Movement Vision (The Angel Stadium Declaration - April 17, 2005) By Rick Warren Today I am stepping across the line. I'm tired of waffling and I'm finished with wavering, I've made my choice, the verdict is in, and my decision is irrevocable. I'm going God's way. There's no turning back now! I will live the rest of my life serving God's purposes with God's people on God's planet for God's glory. I will use my life to celebrate his presence, cultivate his character, participate in his family, demonstrate his love, and communicate his word. Since my past has been forgiven, and I have a purpose for living, and a home awaiting in heaven, I refuse to waste any more time or energy on shallow living, petty thinking, trivial talking, thoughtless doing, useless regretting, hurtful resenting, or faithless worrying. Instead I will magnify God, grow to maturity, serve in ministry, and fulfill my mission in the membership of his family. Because this life is preparation for the next, I will value worship over wealth, "we" over "me," character over comfort, service over status, and people over possessions, position, and pleasures. I know what matters most and I'll give it all I've got. I'll do the best I can with what I have for Jesus Christ today. I won't be captivated by culture, manipulated by critics, motivated by praise, frustrated by problems, debilitated by temptation, or intimidated by the devil. I'll keep running my race with my eyes on the goal, not the sidelines or those running by me. When times get tough, and I get tired, I won't back up, back off, back down, back out or backslide. I'll just keep moving forward by God's grace. I'm Spirit-led, purpose-driven and mission-focused so I cannot be bought, I will not be compromised, and I shall not quit until I finish the race. I'm a trophy of God's amazing grace so I will be gracious to everyone, grateful for everyday, and generous with everything that God entrusts to me. To my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, I say: However, Whenever, Wherever, and Whatever you ask me to do, my answer in advance is yes! Wherever you lead and whatever the cost, I'm ready. Anytime. Anywhere. Anyway. Whatever it takes Lord; Whatever it takes! I want to be used by you in such a way, that on that final day I'll hear you say, "Well done, thou good and faithful one. Come on in, and let the eternal party begin!"

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April 14th, 2005

[htims] Subject: Free your mind. Time: 08:15 pm

( free... )

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March 27th, 2005

[chonny] Subject: 004 Time: 05:57 pm

You stare at the line that has been drawn on the floor you then look behind you to see what is yours. Across this line is what you desire, so close to it but thoughts of consequences cloud over. Have you not thought of where your heart wants to be? If there is a way you shall find it. Do not let lines control your dreams just one small act could change the whole scene. Be true to your talents, you are more than just a dreamer.

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March 15th, 2005

[chonny] Subject: Her Time: 05:28 am

You can see her smile from 50 yards away, and you can smell her hair cities away. Your memory never stops when thinking about her existence, for this is how you know her so well. Inside your heart you've studied her life to understand it better, and inside your mind you've built images that will last forever. She truly is something and this you've confessed, this you've taken to heart because she's the half that comforts you. Her eyes like spring and her heart as the flowers that grow in such a beautiful season. Her whole body and soul created unique, this is the woman you shall love; "I thank you God". Take her into your heart forever, so you may fulfil each other.

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March 10th, 2005

[chonny] Subject: Beyond Time: 09:45 pm

It's better to not know a face, you surely get to know ones heart better that way. I believe many don't give full time to understand ones true heart, but if looks are to be judged, then I believe I know why so many have bad relationships. Do we focus more on looks or more on heart? Then why do so many worry about looks? We need to think not of ourselves but as a unity of people. If love is a great foundation, why aren't we using it to our fullest ability? Do you use it to your fullest abilities? Maybe we should reflect on that before we judge ones face against their heart.

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March 9th, 2005

[liptrap10] Time: 01:23 am

( Go Yonder to Worship )

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March 1st, 2005

[chonny] Subject: Uphill Time: 11:26 pm

I had a dream one night. It was vivid, I could taste my thoughts and emotions. My dream was a hill with millions of people climbing it, as if there was no other way to go but up. Those that even lost their step still fought to get back up that hill. I saw this and was so amazed, but I didn't even know where they were going. I went up to a man that was right at the bottom. I asked him where he was going. I remember the look in his eye, sad yet egger to climb that hill. He told me he was going to die. I was shocked and asked him what he was dying of. He replied back to me, "I don't know, but I will know when I make it to the top." I asked him to just go the other way and not climb the hill, to save himself from whatever he was talking about. He told me, "in this life you climb" ...amazed by his comment, I stepped back and watched him. I woke up. Patience obtains all things. As one is to love another, yet they lose each other, will patience not let them find love again? If you have patience will you not see the problem? Will it not come to you with time as you heal? Or is it truly the end for someone that has lost love? Is it officially over? I believe if you have patience you give yourself the benefit of the doubt, and you wait and mature through even the worst pain. Like the man who was climbing the hill, why was he so close to the bottom, yet wanted to still climb? Did he have the patience to believe in himself, even if he rather just let the hill consume him? Did he find a value that was indestructible within him? Everyone has the power to succeed over any struggle, but it's up to them to do so. It took me years of patience to even start understanding my pain, had I been climbing as well? Even if it felt like I was at the bottom? ...I think so, I think that journey uphill is to somewhere even non-believers will give the benefit of the doubt. I've survived many slips upon this hill, and I cannot do magic nor miracles, but I've made it this far for a reason. Keep an open mind, and of course an open heart as you climb through your struggles.

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