Monday January 17, 2005

Happy B-day, Mr. King, hope you’re jamming with Abraham, David… and all those cool people. Chilling in the light of the Son. Raising a ruckus with the angels. Rest in (relative) peace…

Dad, I’m working today, as you well know. I’m glad the streets are empty so I had a cool commute today, very relaxing to be able to cruise at 20 ~ 45 mph at my leisure. I’d like to pray for those who are working today, that they may shine your light into their workplaces, bringing glory to you. Yeah, that means me too… I’d also like to pray for those who have a holiday today, I pray that they may make good use of this time to build up relationships, to take care of their temple, to live out your truth, or to chill out in your loving presence. Whatever we may do, whatever we are going through, may Your wonderous and perfect will be done in our lives. I ask this in the one name in whom I can hope, Jesus. Amen.

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This poem slammed me up, down and sideways. So… I figured I’d share. I’m not there yet either, but I know a worthy challenge when I see one. I hope to see you & welcome you into the fellowship too…

Fellowship of the Unashamed

I’m a part of those who keep the commandments of God and have the faith of Jesus — the fellowship of the unashamed.
I have Holy Spirit power.
The die has been cast. I have stepped over the line. The decision has been made.
I’m a disciple of Jesus Christ.
I won’t look back, let up, slow down, back away, or be still.

My past is redeemed, my present makes sense, my future is secure. I’m finished and done with low living, sight walking, small planning, smooth knees, colorless dreams, tamed visions, mundane talking, cheap living, and dwarfed goals.

I no longer need preeminence, prosperity, position, promotions, plaudits, or popularity.
I don’t have to be right, first, tops, recognized, praised, regarded, or rewarded.
I now live by faith, lean on His presence, walk by patience, lift by prayer, and labor by power.

My face is set, my gait is fast, my goal is heaven, my road is narrow, my way rough, my companions few, my Guide reliable, my mission clear.
I cannot be bought, deluded, or delayed.
I will not flinch in the face of sacrifice, hesitate in the presence of the adversary, negotiate at the table of the enemy, ponder at the pool of popularity, or meander in the maze of mediocrity.

I won’t give up, shut up, or let up, until I have stayed up, stored up, prayed up, paid up, and preached up for the cause of Christ.
I am a disciple of Jesus.
I must go till He comes, give till I drop, preach till all know, and work till He stops me.

And when He comes for His own, He will have no problem recognizing me — my banner will be clear!

– (Author unknown)

Reportedly written by a young African pastor who tacked this message to the wall of his house. It was later discovered by those who entered his home after he was martyred. (Romans 1:16)

== Prayer request ==

My sister is going through a time of transition right now. I would like people to pray for her safety, her work situation, her health, her attitude and her heart. I can’t give much more detail than that, but then again, He knows. Just lift it up if you would please…

== Tuesday: Addiumumin… ==

Car troubles again today. God, you wanted me to take the bus again. You wanted me to trust you again, huh? Well, the timing of the car going crappy was perfect, I had just enough time to drop off the car at the shop and then catch two buses and make it in to work with minutes to spare. Lots of things on my mind, thoughts and plans swirling in my head, but unless it is in your will, Lord, all this is useless. What is your will? How shall I use my time and resources? I see a fork in the road ahead… neither side looks too promising, so I will try not to depend upon my wisdom, but more upon how you are moving. You did promise persecution if I was to follow you. I am just a servant, where shall I serve? where will my life be poured out? still working on crucifying that sinful nature, still grasping onto your mercy and grace… let me, let you… be God. Dad, may your will be done in my life. In Jesus name, Amen.