I'll be back!

As Arnold Swartzenegger says in Terminator, "I'll be back," and so will I.. I have not been posting in a while and do not plan to until after July 17th.

As Apostle Paul says in Acts 18:21: "..but taking his leave of them, and saying, I will return again unto you if God will, he set sail from Ephesus."

I'll be back!

KAD '09

Enjoy these pictures of the people/events surrounding the KAD conference:

Deafnewspaper

I had the privilege of meeting Ken Davis and Michi DeMarrais last week during the Kansas Association for the Deaf (KAD) conference. It was surely good seeing them. If you haven't done so, please check their website at:

www.deafnewspaper.com

Blessings!!

OP Deaf Lifegroups

We had a blast last Sunday night at the Allens. Food was delicious! The fellowship was fun! Our small group discussions was spirit-filled! And I'm hungry for more lifegroup meetings!

Our Deaf Lifegroups takes place on Sundays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. @ the Allens.

Happy Birthday, Alyson!

Alyson was born 10 years ago, today! It's really hard to believe that our youngest daughter is TEN today. Right now, she's at a Christian camp. As a family, we celebrated her birthday last week. We will celebrate her birthday again after her return from camp. Happy birthday, Aly!! Love you!

Legalism

Check out this interesting post at Preacher Mike (Cope)'s blog:

http://preachermike.com/2009/05/30/desperately-seeking-legalism#comments

Done

You want no God, you get no God.

There are two kinds of people:

those who say to God,
"Thy will be done",
and those whom God says,
"Thy will be done".

- C.S. Lewis

Clever, huh?

Bread

Each time I eat a sandwich with bread, I remember Jesus. I remember Jesus' prayer, "..give us this day, our daily bread.." I seek Him to bless this day, or give me my needs, or give me the necessities of life, give me this, give me that... And before I know it, I have a huge "to-do-list" for God with just the simple words of, give me my daily bread.

I've been stuck on the life, death and resurrection of Christ lately. God has really been revealing Himself to me in many ways on this subject matter.

God revealed Himself to me through my dad last week at the hospital.
God revealed Himself to me through my mom while we wrestle with what we can do to help dad.
God revealed Himself to me through my aunt and uncle as we work to provide for my parents.
God revealed Himself to me through each and all of our pain and suffering.

We may just say these simple words, "give us this day, our daily bread," I think there's something more to this. I think Christ was saying I AM THE bread of life and when we pray, pray that we will eat of My bread, daily. In other words, we ask, "Give us this day, Jesus.." Give me You, Jesus, the bread of life that was broken for all of humanity. Make our brokenness, complete! Fill me with the life of Christ.. Fill me with Your Spirit.. So that I will never go hungry.

Pray with me: "Father in heaven, holy and righteous is Your Name. For Your Kingdom has come and let Your will be done in my life and on earth just as it is in Heaven. Today, live inside of me and give me new life, breathe in me fresh Holy Spirit. Give me the life that is only found in You, Your daily bread. Forgive me of my wrong doings as I forgive those who have done me wrong. Save me from the trials of this life and deliver me from the evil one. May the Kingdom, the power, the glory be Yours, forever! So be it!"

Amen!

Memorial Day

Shock

Shock your mom!
Shock your dad!
Shock your wife!
Shock your husband!
Shock your children!
Shock your friends!
Shock your best friend!
Shock your co-workers!
Shock your boss!
Shock yourselves!

Shock the world by becoming a "follower" of Jesus; not a "fan".

His Name Is

inspire

Aspire to inspire before you expire.

Longest Name

Did you know that the longest name in the Bible is found in Isaiah 8:1?

Mahershalalhashbaz

Spring ICEbreaker '09

Here's a few photos of our Spring ICEbreaker event this past weekend! Enjoy!

ICEbreaker this Saturday!

ICEbreaker this Saturday, May 2nd!
Time: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Why: To get to know one another better!
Where: Overland Park Church of Christ 13400 W. 119th St., Overland Park, KS 66213
RSVP: would be helpful so we can determine how much pizzas we should order.

Directions: From I-35, go east on 119th for about 2 miles. Turn left on Pflumm. Turn right into the Overland Park Church of Christ parking lot. Go around the back of the church building. The ICEbreaker fellowship will be in the fellowship hall.

We will be playing 4 ICEbreakers (games)!

Pizza and beverage will be provided. You are most welcome to bring anything to share such as desserts, your favorite sodas, etc.. Any questions, email me @ deafpreacher@gmail.com.

See you there!!

HIStory

What a story!

I love them with the love of Jesus Christ! I first met Carl and Nina Moore at one of the Northern Virginia Association for the Deaf (NVAD) meeting. They were sitting right behind me throughout the meeting.

After the meeting was over, I got up, turned around and introduced myself to both of them. We chatted for a while until they asked what I do (job-wise). I told them I am ministering for God to the deaf. This, indeed, enlightened their eyes.

They started attending the Fairfax Church of Christ Deaf Ministry (FXCC) (FYI, the ministry is still going strong, thanks to all those who have been there for almost 9 years and counting!!), then eventually became a committed follower of Jesus Christ at FXCC. We've grown to love each other so much! They are fun to be with!

Something had happened to Carl not too long after their commitment to the Lord's church (situation undisclosed). I remembered him coming up to me thinking what it would take for him to take up the challenge to become a minister of the gospel. He said if anything happens to me, I'm gone to do the Lord's will.

Then he forgot.

When his situation came up, he broke down! He wasn't sure what he would do. Immediately, I reminded him what he had told me a couple years before. He quickly looked at me and said, "This is probably it! This is an open door!"

Now, Carl and Nina serves the Lord at Park Plaza Church of Christ in Tulsa, Oklahoma. They're doing great work! Praise God for guiding the Moores!

Indianapolis

Indianapolis! Thank you for the great workshop!

The theme of the workshop was, "What Does It Mean to Wear His Name (Jesus)?" The mission is the make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Are you wearing Jesus and following Him? Now, the decision is up to you!

"If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously." Romans 12:8

SUPERNATURAL @ Overland Park

Current Sermon Series on Sundays:

4/26: WAR!
5/3: SPIRIT!
5/10: Special Mother's Day Lesson - Happy Mother's Day, moms!
5/17: SATAN!
5/24: ANGELS!

Deaf Men's Retreat anyone??

This video is HILARIOUS!! I loved the "ripped abs" line, especially from the elders.. ;)

Celebration

"Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses." 1 Timothy 6:12 (niv)