Get set, Ready, Go!!!

Hey everyone!
I have been doing a lot and it seems like time quickly disappears on me. We must take each and every day as we are running a race...even when we get injuried, have sorrows, victories and defeats. I havent always been "ready" as much as I want to be but you just have to go out and make it the best you can do.
We need to stop worrying about how ready we are and just go!

Get togethers and more...

Hi,
On Thursday I had an amazing time hanging out with friends!! I wasnt sure if I wanted to go but I ended up going and I'm sure glad I did =) Today I have been getting things ready for work on Monday. I went in today and got my background check. To say the least that was a very interesting experience and I was thankful when I was able to leave. Just wasnt one of those places where I felt safe to hang out lol.  Sunday I'm planning on going to BayLife Church in the evening. I'm really excited but at the same time nervous. I decided it was time for a change and wanted to get invovled with a church that has more ministries. Not saying there is anything wrong with the church I'm going to at...just time for me to move on to another place. Hope you have a great rest of the evening.

RaInBoW oF pRoMiSeS

It's been raining here alot!! But I have been enjoying it so much. It makes me think of Noah's Ark and the beautiful rainbow that was God's promise never to flood the earth with water. There is something so relaxing about not getting wet, but hearing rain drops falling on the rooof. Honestly, I have been thinking of how much God "showers" on us each and every day...blessings, mercy, grace, love, protection, opportunities to serve, challenges and obstacles to overcome...the list can go on forever. I'm so thankful for how much God gives to me even though I don't deserve it.   Today I came across a definition of obsessed: to have the mind excessively preocupied with a single topic or emotion. (In the book Crazy Love by Francis Chan).

super sunday...

Hi!
I hope everyone is having a wonderful day. I was able to get out this afternoon and run 4 and 1/2 miles..it was pretty neat. I'm so thankful for the strength God gives me and allows me to run. Its pretty cool to realize
that God made us and that any given moment He could take it all from us...God is that good and powerful!
I enjoyed the peace and the quietness as I ran. What a beautiful day it has been!! Off to church in a little bit!

whats up

Hey!!
In a little bit I will be hanging out with Lauren. She wants to go bike riding!
 It should be a fun day. I enjoy hanging out with friends =)

I have my slide show just about done. When I get back I will have
to burn it to a CD. It is strange to think that a week ago we were
just getting back from SMT. I miss it but then again I'm thankful
for the fact that its done. This way we can put into practice what
was taken to heart. Psalms 91 is a very good chapter to read if
you get a chance. Well just enjoying my summer. I hope all is well
with you.

Steph

What do you live up to??

Hey there,
I just got back on Saturday from SMT. I had a great time and it is so strange being back. I already miss all of the campers, staff, and the other team members. Even after a couple of days off I have realized how un-focused in a sense I was. Instead of being focused on Christ my thoughts would be on way over on the other side of the spectrum. I have really been challenging myself to not let my summer be a waste (in the sense that I just did it for the $ and didnt take anything away from it). I have been working maintaining a stronger commitment to spending more time with Him.  I'm so excited for school to start and to start working at TBCA! Mission trip to Haiti on the 27th of Dec-please keep in your prayers.

Steph C Pickle