November 30, 2007 6:32 AM
Sam wrote:
Rich--Richie is on our hearts as we continue to pray.....keep strong and keep praying, as I know you are.
Proverbs 30 Agar just seems to be very negative, when compared to Solomon. ALthough he is negative, at least he is very humble....the most ignorant of men. Ya gotta be kinda smart to realize you are ignorant. Because stupid people, the people with the signs, they don't even know they're stupid. But Agar here talks about this he doesn't understand, yet I think he understands a lot more than he gives himself credit for. God amazed Agar, as He does us today. There are numerous things which we don't understand....how God works in our, and others' lives, but that's okay...as long as we trust in God, everything will be unveiled to us in the future. SIcknesses like the Fendlers are, and have been, going through, are things I don't understand why God allows to happen...but He does, so in the grand scheme of things, it must be good. We all must simply have faith that the being who created EVERYTHING, knows what He is doing. Reply to this
November 30, 2007 6:34 AM
Sam wrote:
Well, I finished "Jesus the Same" the day before last. What a book! What a man! Am definitely going to re-read this book during December, as I could not absorb every wonderful thing that was revealed about the characteristics of Jesus. What a role model he is, and now, even more so to me after having read this book. Thanks Rich, for recommending this one. Reply to this
November 30, 2007 10:41 AM
rik wrote:
I must confess I have not picked this book up after our first saturday fall through. I will start all over in dec and try to read in 1 mo. Reply to this
November 30, 2007 11:02 AM
rik wrote:
Has anyone ever thought they were Born in the wrong era? Ma father used to say he should have been born in a different era, a much earlier one. He felt as if he did not fit in this society (I do not know if he feels this way still). I say all this to reference Agur, it seem he is upset, like he had some knowledge of the Holy One, but not enough. In the end of vs 4 it is like he is screaming; wanting to know more about Jesus. The fact that we even know his name seem to have Agur struggling with envy Reply to this
November 30, 2007 12:04 PM
rik wrote:
what i am trying to say is Agur Hed to know something about the HOLY ONE because he mentioned Him and as a son. I think he Knew just enough to really want to be around the One when he comes. this seems to make kind of frustrated like it is not fair. the wrong era! make sence to anyone or om I a nut case? Reply to this
November 30, 2007 12:22 PM
RIch wrote:
Guys - Thanks for all of the prayers. It has been a tough and very busy week. Richie has more tests today and then a final decision will be made. His gallbladder is apparently diseased and unless test today shows something different the only remedy is to remove it.
As for why sickness like this happens, I have no idea. I do know, however, that faith and closeness to God makes a huge difference. I am trying to find the silver lining in all of this and I am glad to say that I keep seeing the evidence and power of God in all that happens. Richie has had some wonderful doctors. His school and teachers have been amazingly patient and willing to help. BJ has been feeling better and has been a tremendous help and support. Also, the process has significantly repaired a broken relationship that has existed for several years between Richie and BJ and BJ and I have been closer and working together better than in a long time. Over the past several years, stress has always produced turmoil, strife and arguing in our family. This time, we are drawing closer together. I know this is because of God and because of prayer. I have not stopped praying daily for the armor of God (for myself, my family and for each of you) and, though I have had off and on QT days (some great, some trial), I believe that I am growing closer to God than farther away. Mac - the Jesus the Same book has been a great help to me. I have been reading and re-reading while waiting at doctors and hospital. I agree with you - what an incredible role model.
Another book that was just suggested to both BJ and me is "In the Grip of Grace: Your Father Always Caught You. He Still Does" by Max Lucado. It was suggested that BJ and I read the book together. To show how much things have improved in our relationship (maybe to show how bad they were), BJ told me yesterday that for the first time in almost 10 years she actually wants to and is excited to read a spiritual book with me. She said that in the past, she did not respect me as a spiritual man and leader enough to want to read something like that with me. Ouch!!! But also, how encouraging that I God has changed me so much that my family has taken notice. I was so encouraged by what she said. I got the book and from what I read on the jacket, it is exactly what we need. Grace is something I have never fully understood - I am growing in my understanding of late, but I want to know, feel and understand God's grace so much more.
What is the next book for us to read? I am going to do all I can to get back into early morning reading and blogging. I really love and appreciate you guys. Thanks for the encouragement, spiritual fellowship, love, concern, prayers and friendship. Reply to this
November 30, 2007 1:51 PM
Sam wrote:
How about the following THREE books for the next 31 Days of December: Daniel 1 - 12 (1 - 12 Dec) Hosea 1 - 14 (13 - 26 Dec) 1st John 1 - 5 (27 - 31 Dec).???????
Rich--Richie is on our hearts as we continue to pray.....keep strong and keep praying, as I know you are.
Proverbs 30
Agar just seems to be very negative, when compared to Solomon. ALthough he is negative, at least he is very humble....the most ignorant of men. Ya gotta be kinda smart to realize you are ignorant. Because stupid people, the people with the signs, they don't even know they're stupid. But Agar here talks about this he doesn't understand, yet I think he understands a lot more than he gives himself credit for. God amazed Agar, as He does us today. There are numerous things which we don't understand....how God works in our, and others' lives, but that's okay...as long as we trust in God, everything will be unveiled to us in the future. SIcknesses like the Fendlers are, and have been, going through, are things I don't understand why God allows to happen...but He does, so in the grand scheme of things, it must be good. We all must simply have faith that the being who created EVERYTHING, knows what He is doing.
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Well, I finished "Jesus the Same" the day before last. What a book! What a man! Am definitely going to re-read this book during December, as I could not absorb every wonderful thing that was revealed about the characteristics of Jesus. What a role model he is, and now, even more so to me after having read this book. Thanks Rich, for recommending this one.
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I must confess I have not picked this book up after our first saturday fall through. I will start all over in dec and try to read in 1 mo.
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Has anyone ever thought they were Born in the wrong era? Ma father used to say he should have been born in a different era, a much earlier one. He felt as if he did not fit in this society (I do not know if he feels this way still). I say all this to reference Agur, it seem he is upset, like he had some knowledge of the Holy One, but not enough. In the end of vs 4 it is like he is screaming; wanting to know more about Jesus. The fact that we even know his name seem to have Agur struggling with envy
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what i am trying to say is Agur Hed to know something about the HOLY ONE because he mentioned Him and as a son. I think he Knew just enough to really want to be around the One when he comes. this seems to make kind of frustrated like it is not fair. the wrong era! make sence to anyone or om I a nut case?
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Guys - Thanks for all of the prayers. It has been a tough and very busy week. Richie has more tests today and then a final decision will be made. His gallbladder is apparently diseased and unless test today shows something different the only remedy is to remove it.
As for why sickness like this happens, I have no idea. I do know, however, that faith and closeness to God makes a huge difference. I am trying to find the silver lining in all of this and I am glad to say that I keep seeing the evidence and power of God in all that happens. Richie has had some wonderful doctors. His school and teachers have been amazingly patient and willing to help. BJ has been feeling better and has been a tremendous help and support. Also, the process has significantly repaired a broken relationship that has existed for several years between Richie and BJ and BJ and I have been closer and working together better than in a long time. Over the past several years, stress has always produced turmoil, strife and arguing in our family. This time, we are drawing closer together. I know this is because of God and because of prayer. I have not stopped praying daily for the armor of God (for myself, my family and for each of you) and, though I have had off and on QT days (some great, some trial), I believe that I am growing closer to God than farther away. Mac - the Jesus the Same book has been a great help to me. I have been reading and re-reading while waiting at doctors and hospital. I agree with you - what an incredible role model.
Another book that was just suggested to both BJ and me is "In the Grip of Grace: Your Father Always Caught You. He Still Does" by Max Lucado. It was suggested that BJ and I read the book together. To show how much things have improved in our relationship (maybe to show how bad they were), BJ told me yesterday that for the first time in almost 10 years she actually wants to and is excited to read a spiritual book with me. She said that in the past, she did not respect me as a spiritual man and leader enough to want to read something like that with me. Ouch!!! But also, how encouraging that I God has changed me so much that my family has taken notice. I was so encouraged by what she said. I got the book and from what I read on the jacket, it is exactly what we need. Grace is something I have never fully understood - I am growing in my understanding of late, but I want to know, feel and understand God's grace so much more.
What is the next book for us to read? I am going to do all I can to get back into early morning reading and blogging. I really love and appreciate you guys. Thanks for the encouragement, spiritual fellowship, love, concern, prayers and friendship.
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I mean, book in the Bible for us to read. Any plans?
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How about the following THREE books for the next 31 Days of December:
Daniel 1 - 12 (1 - 12 Dec)
Hosea 1 - 14 (13 - 26 Dec)
1st John 1 - 5 (27 - 31 Dec).???????
31 verses, 31 days...
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Sounds good to me.
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