365 Days of Praise Challenge-Day 128

Some fears can be a good thing. My son had his first driving lesson with Day yesterday. Apparently, he was doing pretty good so Dad asked him to drive home. They were at the parking lot at his school which is about 2 miles from home. Dad apparently had to do some pushing to convince him that he could do it. I asked Tristan about it after dinner and he said he was terrified. I loved the honesty! I asked him if he broke out into a cold sweat. Oh yeah. He spewed out something about people could die. Ahaaaaa. Like I said some fears can be good. Let's just call this more of a very healthy respect for life and the possible consquences of your actions. Thank you God for giving Tristan the courage to conquer the fear but always keep in him that healthy respect.
Genesis 28:15 "Know that I am with you and will keep you wherever you go."

365 Days of Praise Challenge-Day 116

Growing up in the Catholic church, I was not exposed to the differences that other denominations have. My experience yesterday at the leadership meeting at a non-denominational church was so wonderful. The thing that really stood out to me the most was when someone was leading us in prayer, the rest of them were saying little things along with the prayer. Amens, hallelujah's and all kinds of other things. It actually felt like we were all participating in this prayer because of the action of speaking out. I am again profoundly aware of the power available to us by being in the body of Christ. I had a friend who always told me her church was being outdoors in the mountains with God. I always thought that was nice but not enough. God created us to be in relationship with others and to work together in his plan for the world. Whether it's in a more conservative church atmosphere or in a more action-oriented church atmosphere, we are all one body. Have you tried a different church lately or ever? It can be an enlightening experience that will stir your soul. Give it a try.
Genesis 28:15 "Know that I am with you and will keep you wherever you go."