Sunday, December 27, 2009
When dirts kicked up
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009
But I am thankful, God does bring comfort when I go to Him. I struggle to do it sometimes, but no doubt, Hes right there. Im thankful for His creation. Because its beautiful, its a place I can go and be one on one with my maker. Im thankful for friends that stick with me through this time. Im so sorry if Ive added stress. I am thankful because though Im honestly not liking life, I can still love life because of God. I had a neighbor when we were younger. I still lived in Colonie so I was probably in 2nd grade or so. She was an older lady, and she was one of the nicest people. But her grandaughter did something wrong. So Mrs. Clow punished her. And her grandaughter looked up, and said something along the lines of "Grandma, you dont love me any more?" Mrs. Clow replied "Honey, I dont like you right now, but Ill always love you." Now thats a pretty honest answer. But its a good one. I dont like my current position in life, I dont like my circumstances. But I love the fact that my Savior loves me, and "He will make a way where there seems to be no way!" He promises that there is a reason for all that we go through. If there wasnt, than He would use it anyways! He doesnt let any hurts go to waste. I love that there is hope. I love the blessings even in the hard times. Whether its hearing a friends voice, or watching a bird fly, and land in the cold water. It amazes me that they can still swim in the river and be ok. Even a little frog, hopping in front of me while Im working, it makes me smile. I love music, I love sports. I love college group, hopefully it will be named barf and gag. lol, Praise God for good times. Ive got to work on this one. But for real, praise God for the bad times. Lord it helps me grow, so thank you! I need to decide to cling to the good, and give Him the bad. I need to remember, that He is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, and He is soooooooooooooooooooooooo good at it! He is perfect! What a mighty and wonderful God we serve!
Monday, September 7, 2009
One brick, two brick, dark brick, light brick
I was at work last week, and in the beginning I had to go through old bricks, and find ones that could be reused. As I'm going through the bricks, I noticed that a lot of them, having been holding up the house sense 1790, were cracked and weathered. But here's the weird thing. I would see some bricks that I deemed unworthy to be used at first. "The crack is to big, or the light color shows weakness." Id say based on what I was told. But as I would hit the brick to actually test its strength, it passed. It wouldn't break.
However, there were other bricks, that I would have bet my sour patch kids :-P that it would have passed. It was dark colored, and not even the slightest of cracks on the outside. And with one hit, it shattered. I'm so glad to have been able to do the job, though it hurt my back. It was a blessing, and I hope it blesses any readers.
See I thought it was a perfect picture. There are many people that seem broken, perhaps when we look at them, we may think... this person cant be used. This person is no good. Perhaps, you look at yourself, and you come to that same conclusion. I'm to old, or to broken down, I'm worn out, not strong enough. You begin to buy into the lie, and you feel useless. But that is far from the truth!!!!!! When God is allowing the hammer to crash down, you will pass with flying colors in the end (should you give it all to Him). You, or the people that you see, no matter how they are now. Whether their bitter and angry, prideful and selfish, whatever you may see, that's only because they most likely don't know God, or are struggling with (truly, only God knows what), and they need His love. God can use each of us to build back up a wall, that makes His house, His bride come together!
Some people appear strong, and you look at them, without a doubt you say, "their so perfect, they have it all together!" When really, inside their so weak, and ready to crumble.
Whether, your the first, or the second "brick" we can all take peace. I recently read Psalms 27. I would highly recommend reading it! Heres some verses that stuck out to me:
Lets start right off with the first verse! "The Lord is my light and my salvation; Whom Shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life, of whom shall I be afraid?"
Even David, the King of Israel, knew where he stood. He knew even as a shepherd boy when he took out Goliath, that it was God. He knew that he really didn't half to fear anyone! He continues through to verse three:
"...Though an army may encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; though war may rise against me, in this I will be confident."
David is but one man, and he knew he could stand against a whole army, he knew that his God, his Father, his Shepherd (I like that, Gods a Shepherd's shepherd :-) was watching over Him. Gods a King's King to!!! Sorry, that's really cool to me, but anyways :-P We can stand strong no matter who or what our enemy is. We can be bold and confident, for we do not fight on our own! God is our strength. The only way we can fail, is when we try to take the enemy out on our own!!!
Next is verse 5:
"For in the time of trouble He shall hide me in His pavilion; In the secret place of His tabernacle He shall hide me; He shall set me high upon a rock."
Gods love is so amazing, and He can shelter us and give us rest in the secret place :-) "What a mighty God we serve, what a Mighty God we serve! Angels bow before Him, Heaven and Earth adore Him! What a Mighty God we serve!" And with all of His might, that endless fountain, also pours out peace and protection :-)
I came down to an interesting verse, vs.8:
"When You said, "seek my face," My heart said to you, "Your face Lord, I will seek."
I love it so much. And I'm in tears, because its sheer awesomeness. I know that Ive failed to seek Him so often. But God is so amazing, and He simply says, after all the failure "seek my face," that's all... We just have to seek Him :-) And what a joy and privilege it is to do so, to be allowed to!!! Praise God for His love and mercy! For His Word that has such joyful news in it!!!
The next verse, of course, does not fall short of sweet goodness :-) There seems to be an endless supply!!! Can I get a woot WOOT!!!! :-P Verse 10:
"When my father and my mother forsake me, Than the Lord will take care of me."
People will fail you, no ones perfect! But no matter what happens, when no one else is there, God still remains! Ready to take you in His arms, and be your support :-).
Now we come to the conclusion of this Psalm vs. 13-14:
"I would have lost heart, unless I had believed. That I would see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord!"
One of the hardest things to do, is to wait on Gods timing! To continue through the hard times, wondering when it will be over. But we are reminded and reassured of hope in the future. Look to God, and you will be strengthened. Don't look at yourself, the circumstances around you, just keep your eyes on Him :-) Rest assured, you are safe!
As a final and short note, I promise! Pastor preached a great message with a great illustration on Sunday. Its the final message in the "Inside out living" series. Please check it out at sonrisebible.org Its a goodie, and definitely encouraging! I apologize, its not up yet, but I encourage you to keep checking. The whole series was pretty good. And the first message is posted. I hope you are blessed by it!
Friday, August 14, 2009
Started my new job this week. Fell through a floor, but luckily my leg caught the joist. It hurt, but praise God, if I had gone all the way through, it could have been much worse. Its a good sized drop into a cement floor. But where Im working is an ooooollllldddd beat up house from 1790 that sits on a beautiful piece of property! The picture doesnt do it justice.
I was tearing down a wall, and as part of it fell, I thought it was pretty sweet! It was pretty much a perfect cross. So I leaned it against the wall
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
God is awesome, Im thankful for the heroes that He provides, that are WAY better than the heroes of today. Im thankful for His word. Definitely His creation! God thank you!!!
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Thursday, May 7, 2009
sadness and goodness
Praise God for good people :-)
Saturday, April 25, 2009
My cars old, but still running great. Praise God. Its had its problems, but I can get from a to b, and I wouldnt give this car up for anything right now!
Weather was amazing, so the last two days Ive been a lot more active! I LOVE being active :-P. God gave me a healthy body that can run, jump, give punches and take them :-P. Good times boxing Joe Furby!
Im surrounded by great people that I love greatly everywhere. Great people in both churches, great people at home, great friends all around! My Heavenly Father is simply amazing!
Nothing new is really going on though. I need a new air freshener in my car, any ideas??? :-P
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Heard from an oooolllllldddd friend. Well, I suppose shes not old :-P, but I havent talked to her in forever! So that was cool. Shes actually a friends x from New Hampshire. Shes pretty cool, and she was so excited because her new bf remembered that it was their seventh month anniversary. See, it is the little things, lol.
Church was pretty sweet! My dad talked a little to much :-P, but its all good!
Yeah, basically life is pretty swell :-P I hope it is for you as well!
Friday, February 13, 2009
Work is pretty sweet though, two christian temps have now joined. Phil, my good friend, pretty much a brother, lol. And Ashley, she has a heart for God and young people. The others are still pretty much very worldly. Very much in need of God, and His love.
My friend Michael is getting married in Georgia tomorrow to an awesome young lady! He received a great blessing this morning as he got to work. His desk was filled with gifts from his coworkers. He had no idea, and humbly accepted them. Hes definitely nervous, but in a good way. He describes it as waiting for Christmas, not knowing whats going to happen. lol, He loves God, and I know for sure his wife and him will live as one, serving their Father.
Im definitely sad that there is no Bible study on Tuesday!!! I wish there was, but Dan is in Florida. I mean, who in the world leaves the cold for some sunshine and warmth!!! *Sigh* lol, I guess I will forgive him :-P.
Well Aimee, Ill be honest, I miss you. I hope all is well. Im praying for you and your bosses! Just think, if they get saved, God works in their lives. They start showing love, they stop screaming, they encourage instead! That would be so awesome! Than your coworkers see the change in them, and they wonder what it is, and there begins the revolution of Sunnyview!!! "All things are possible through Him who strengthens us!" -NKBV :-P
yep, I believe thats all for now, Im tired, lol.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Pressure
squeezing you, relentlessly, no care, and no shame!
Your walls, they just cave in, one down...
now two, there goes the third, finally the fourth.
You feel so hopeless as the dust burns your eyes.
Blood shot, and dry, till the flood gate opens.
You cry and you cry, and you reach out...
but your arms, they don't reach anyone, you are alone.
You cant carry on any longer, and than it gets worse!
You watch the same thing happen to a loved one!
You hear their cries, meshing with your own.
You fear for them, and want them to have joy.
Your hopeless, their hopeless,
Lord why does this happen?
Brother dont you dare let those legs collapse!
You stand strong, you know your on the rock!
Dive into the Word, you can be refreshed!
Brother I love you, and you deserve the best!
Joseph you press on, with that amazing heart of yours,
Joseph theres a shepherd, He'll guide you to the end.
Be patient, and let your life song play on,
the devastation of your tune ending, Joe, I will not have it!
You are loved my brother, by oh so many,
great plans God has for a soul such as yours!
I could not imagine having a greater younger brother. The life he lives is a life of love for others. Hes so worn down by school, the stress gets to him. Today he wanted to say goodbye. I cant imagine him doing it! I have a lot of friends that are in so much pain as well. So this poem goes out to Joe and my hurting friends. Actually to anyone who struggles greatly with depression or just stress and sadness. We do have a shepherd that loves us, no matter what we've done. He can carry you, and get you back on your feet in a place of great joy. You just need to humbly accept it, and let Him get you there. Im so sorry for whatever is causing the pain! YOU ARE LOVED AND NOT TRULY ALONE!!!!!!! Please please please dont end it, God wants to use YOU!!!
Monday, February 2, 2009
I got to remember to stay focused, God is my Father, He is my King, and if I try to seek Him first with all that I have, all that I am, than I am not a failure. I may be poor :-P but He will meet my needs. I do need to be more careful. It just seems like no matter how hard I try, something happens and blind sides me, bringing me back into the whole. Oh well, Ill get back up and try again until I get it right.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Im starting to feel sick, please pray that it wont get to bad. I cant afford to miss any days of work. But I cant complain, one thing Gods blessed me with, was good health. Its very rare that I do get sick.
Now Im off to bed so that I can hopefully wake up on time tomorrow, Have a good one!
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Isnt she a beaut' :-P. We were pulling up the floor, and they were stubborn. I was definitely grateful for the bottle of oarnge splash that I had on hand. May be the only reason I did not faint today, forizzle :-P. sorry, lol, anywho. Despite the tiredness, lol, I love my job, and Im glad that God has given it to me. It is truly a blessing. Waking up is not so bad :-P. That hour difference is HUGE!!!
On another note, Ill leave you with a doodle, if I can...
Now we must play a little game!!! What is wrong with this doodle, its actually something quite major!!!!
I hope you are doing very well! Have a good one!
Monday, January 12, 2009
Monday, January 5, 2009
Friday, January 2, 2009
for Aimee :-P. I was asked awhile ago to put pictures up, but I had no camera. For some reason my phone decided to work again, and without further ado, this is Christmas at the Leggs!
Starting from the top floor of the house, we have a birds eye view of the Christmas village (formerly the site for our 16-17' tree).
As you can see, the cat decided to reap havoc in the village. There is a massive mound of snow that juts into the sky. This is simply our not so well done attempt at hiding the wall in the back :-P.
This is the first site that you would see when entering our house. My mom puts a lot of time into this. Our railings are decorated with garland, lights, bows, and bells!
We have here one of our manger scenes around a Thomas Kinkaid Bible, opened up to the Christmas story.
Every stair is filled with our little Christmas Carolers! This year we welcomed Elvis, he is an Elvis impersonator that sings on the very first step. Hes styling with his cool shades and guitar! :-P Definitely one of my favorites!
Here are our stockings, they are aligned by age including my brother in law, and my little niece!!! And yes, even our cat and dog gets a stocking full of goodies! Santa didn't have the heart to give Jazz coal :-P.
This is our village from below. Every year my dad does the village. This year he added to it a sea section. He was very proud. At night the lighthouse lights up and the light actually rotates, it's pretty neat!
These little guys requested to be the ones to say good bye :-P. They love to tell the story of Jesus, and wish you a Merry Christmas! Well, now its New Years, and I hope yours is a wonderful one! God will be with you 365 days a year. Every hour, every minute, every second, how awesome is that!