a non spiritual update
January 22, 2009
i guess i should say something about my trip so far! ha!
Well, I left charelston on the 11th of January and flew into Ohio to visit some great people. I met these people in mexico, and helped lead them on a missions trip along with two others. Man, when I got off that plane, being from Charleston South Carolina, I suddenly remembered what winter was like. NOT EXPECTING the sudden rush of cold wind up my pants and all thru my clothes surrounding my body, which was now shivering as I waited for my guitar on the side of the plane. Not to mention, I was sick and getting sicker. Which was not good being that I now had no stable home. So, being drunk off of some microscopic tyrant, I met up with my friends from the Ohio in the airport. And dude, I was feeling rough, and just woke up. I did not give the greetings I would have liked, but tried my best not to show I was sick. I did tell everyone though that I was not feeling good at all, as to give an excuse why I was not the entergetic Josh they met in mexico. So as the night went on, so did my health. But what did increase was the group I was with. Which was such a blessing to see all of them, but I prayed that I could of felt better. So after a few hours of dragging myself along for the sake of others, and my own heart to see them, I passed out around 9 and didn't wake up for 12 hours.
Up with the sunshine was my spirits! I felt and looked like a new man. Ready for the day ahead. I went and ate breakfast with a few old friends, one being the brother of the younger sister's house I was staying in. After breakfast, I hung out with the older sister. yeah! just kidding. She was cool, and hit off pretty quick. She is a fashion designer and from the looks of it, a good one. We hung out for awhile until everyone was out of school. (oh, most of them are in high school, being that the missions trip in mexico was a youth thing. Some of them were in college too). That night was spent with Lauren and Craig, the dynamic duo. We went to a place called Yours Truly, which was the same place I went to that morning for breakfast. We also played in the snow.
The next day, I met up with my friend from ywam Charette, and she showed me around Cleveland, the mistake on the lake. And it did look pretty lonely. Man it was cold! We took some pics and ate at this place called Robins, which was way overpriced, but I was really thankful cause Charette paid for my meal. Thanks gurl. On our way home we thought we would do a little ice skatingg! In the van. Yup, as we turned onto the street where I was staying, we just kept turnin and slid right into the ditch. It was really funny and we were both laughing. But if we didn't get out of that ditch soon, the funny would not be funny for very long. So, a quick shout to God for help, and within ten minutes we were towed out for FREE! Thanks God.
The rest of the time was spent hanging out, watchin movies and doin some shoppin. (btw, that movie Momento was freakin weird, but I liked it.)
Sooo, arriving in Denver an hour late cause of the weather, I was picked up by my other friend in ywam (youth with a mission, which btw isn't all yout? hmmm, just thought of that. ne ways) Her name is Annaylese, and I had such a terrific time with her and her family! Her house sits up on top of a mountain, and when it's a clear day you can see denver. She owns 30 beautiful acres of mountain. Needless to say she took me on a tour. I saw rocks, a young buck, rabbit tracks, and even her grandad's memorial set up where he had his ashes burnt on deer hide. An old Cherokee way of a funeral. Deffinitly took some pics. We also baked a double batch of home made chocolate chip peanut butter cookies! mmmmm mmm! Which I'm still eating. We went swing dancin too. Which was pretty frustrating cause all these people were trying to teach us different ways. No one in there I danced with, danced the same. Uhhh. But we sucked it up and danced the night away despite of all the not dancing we did. Speaking of dancing, we watched the Newsies. The best musical ever starring Christian Bale, and if you think that's gay, I'll soak ya!
The last part of seeing her on that trip was meeting this lady named, Caroline. Older on the outside, but my age on the inside. And she was really cool. We talked about a bunch of things, but one thing we did cover was delighting in God. Being who you are and doing the things God has created you to do, like music, is delighting in God. That was a needed conversation. I went to church on sunday and realized during the service that, when people tried to fight wars and do things on their own without relying on God failed completely. That is exactly what I needed to hear just now. That is why I am at halt. To let Jesus come into my life in a way that He never has, fullfilling His promises in me so that I'm not doing this alone. But with big Papa, and in a beautiful relationship. I can't wait.
It was hard saying good bye to all of them. I was really lonely when they dropped me off the first day. That has gotten better, but I really see the connection between us christians, and that's Christ's spirit living those who believe. man there's a deep connection there.
So now being in Vail, it has been tough spiritualy, but thats because i suck. But God is good, and He will remain faithful. I've got a job and a place to live linein up. The place to live is iffy, but the job at starbucks sounds pretty good. So does the pay. Well, that's about it so far. I am so excited about God and what He has in store for me! Oh man, he is the rock your lookin for.
peace out
Well, I left charelston on the 11th of January and flew into Ohio to visit some great people. I met these people in mexico, and helped lead them on a missions trip along with two others. Man, when I got off that plane, being from Charleston South Carolina, I suddenly remembered what winter was like. NOT EXPECTING the sudden rush of cold wind up my pants and all thru my clothes surrounding my body, which was now shivering as I waited for my guitar on the side of the plane. Not to mention, I was sick and getting sicker. Which was not good being that I now had no stable home. So, being drunk off of some microscopic tyrant, I met up with my friends from the Ohio in the airport. And dude, I was feeling rough, and just woke up. I did not give the greetings I would have liked, but tried my best not to show I was sick. I did tell everyone though that I was not feeling good at all, as to give an excuse why I was not the entergetic Josh they met in mexico. So as the night went on, so did my health. But what did increase was the group I was with. Which was such a blessing to see all of them, but I prayed that I could of felt better. So after a few hours of dragging myself along for the sake of others, and my own heart to see them, I passed out around 9 and didn't wake up for 12 hours.
Up with the sunshine was my spirits! I felt and looked like a new man. Ready for the day ahead. I went and ate breakfast with a few old friends, one being the brother of the younger sister's house I was staying in. After breakfast, I hung out with the older sister. yeah! just kidding. She was cool, and hit off pretty quick. She is a fashion designer and from the looks of it, a good one. We hung out for awhile until everyone was out of school. (oh, most of them are in high school, being that the missions trip in mexico was a youth thing. Some of them were in college too). That night was spent with Lauren and Craig, the dynamic duo. We went to a place called Yours Truly, which was the same place I went to that morning for breakfast. We also played in the snow.
The next day, I met up with my friend from ywam Charette, and she showed me around Cleveland, the mistake on the lake. And it did look pretty lonely. Man it was cold! We took some pics and ate at this place called Robins, which was way overpriced, but I was really thankful cause Charette paid for my meal. Thanks gurl. On our way home we thought we would do a little ice skatingg! In the van. Yup, as we turned onto the street where I was staying, we just kept turnin and slid right into the ditch. It was really funny and we were both laughing. But if we didn't get out of that ditch soon, the funny would not be funny for very long. So, a quick shout to God for help, and within ten minutes we were towed out for FREE! Thanks God.
The rest of the time was spent hanging out, watchin movies and doin some shoppin. (btw, that movie Momento was freakin weird, but I liked it.)
Sooo, arriving in Denver an hour late cause of the weather, I was picked up by my other friend in ywam (youth with a mission, which btw isn't all yout? hmmm, just thought of that. ne ways) Her name is Annaylese, and I had such a terrific time with her and her family! Her house sits up on top of a mountain, and when it's a clear day you can see denver. She owns 30 beautiful acres of mountain. Needless to say she took me on a tour. I saw rocks, a young buck, rabbit tracks, and even her grandad's memorial set up where he had his ashes burnt on deer hide. An old Cherokee way of a funeral. Deffinitly took some pics. We also baked a double batch of home made chocolate chip peanut butter cookies! mmmmm mmm! Which I'm still eating. We went swing dancin too. Which was pretty frustrating cause all these people were trying to teach us different ways. No one in there I danced with, danced the same. Uhhh. But we sucked it up and danced the night away despite of all the not dancing we did. Speaking of dancing, we watched the Newsies. The best musical ever starring Christian Bale, and if you think that's gay, I'll soak ya!
The last part of seeing her on that trip was meeting this lady named, Caroline. Older on the outside, but my age on the inside. And she was really cool. We talked about a bunch of things, but one thing we did cover was delighting in God. Being who you are and doing the things God has created you to do, like music, is delighting in God. That was a needed conversation. I went to church on sunday and realized during the service that, when people tried to fight wars and do things on their own without relying on God failed completely. That is exactly what I needed to hear just now. That is why I am at halt. To let Jesus come into my life in a way that He never has, fullfilling His promises in me so that I'm not doing this alone. But with big Papa, and in a beautiful relationship. I can't wait.
It was hard saying good bye to all of them. I was really lonely when they dropped me off the first day. That has gotten better, but I really see the connection between us christians, and that's Christ's spirit living those who believe. man there's a deep connection there.
So now being in Vail, it has been tough spiritualy, but thats because i suck. But God is good, and He will remain faithful. I've got a job and a place to live linein up. The place to live is iffy, but the job at starbucks sounds pretty good. So does the pay. Well, that's about it so far. I am so excited about God and what He has in store for me! Oh man, he is the rock your lookin for.
peace out
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the follow up
January 22, 2009
anyway. things here have been getting better scince that last entry. I realize that I am weak and cannot follow God on my own strength any more. I continue to follow him, but my zeal is running low, and I am a selfish man. But my hope lies in God, and I know that He is going to redeem me and my weaknesses will become my strengths because of him! I know I am weak in following Him right now, but like Paul said, " I praise God for my weaknesses! Because where I am weak, He is strong." That is soo encourageing. I have to encourage myself and remind myself that for the past few years I have been following God faithfully. I can say that cuz He said that. And as I was thinking this morning, my juice has run out, my understanding lacking, and my vision has disperesed. (if i ever had one) I've done my part, and now it is God's turn for Him to do his part, so when my life is changed, it will all be Him, and not me, and out of that will flow a heart full of love. Because He is my hero and I will wait for Him. He came while we were still sinners. He will come for me again, while I am a wretch, and lost at this very moment. I know your coming for me God! Traveling this world will not have the life or answers I am looking for! Nor does it have what it takes to fill this heart full of love forever! You are the only one who can fullfill my heart forever! Forgive me of being my own god. Save me from myself. In your sons name amen.
Life is spiriual, for those of you who travel should know this. Come to the one who will fullfill you. Be patient, and don't worry if you mess up. Keep going. :)
Life is spiriual, for those of you who travel should know this. Come to the one who will fullfill you. Be patient, and don't worry if you mess up. Keep going. :)
