"One of the marks of excellent people is that they never compare themselves
with others. They only compare themselves with themselves and with their past
accomplishments and future potential."
~Brian Tracy
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
The human body is meant to move. Select physical
activities that you enjoy such as: rollerblading,
Tai Chi, Yoga, running, dance, spin class, swimming,
bicycling, hiking or walking. The more you enjoy the
activity, the more likely you will do it.
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
What does a house church actually "do" when it meets?
What does a house church actually "do" when it meets?
Some have answered this question by going back to the program of the traditional/
institutional church. There is an "Order of Service". Greeting...opening prayer...time of
singing...perhaps some personal sharing...the sermon...closing prayer...etc. Isn't that
what you are supposed to "do" when you have church? Week after week. Always the
same program. With this model, house church simply becomes a mini version of what
goes on in church buildings on Sunday mornings all over the country.
In contrast to the "program model" of church, I want to suggest the "prevenience
model". The word "prevenience" (rhymes with "convenience") refers to "that which goes
before or precedes". The word describes an important aspect of God's character. He is
prevenient. That is, He is always at work before we come onto the scene. He is
always initiating. In our lives and in the church.
"Prevenience" is most commonly used in reference to grace. Prevenient grace. "While
we were still sinners, Christ died for us." (Rom. 5:8) Before we ever thought about God,
while we were still lost in our sin, He took the initiative and gave His life for us. Before
we ever moved toward God, He moved toward us. He is always initiating. He is always
starting things. He is prevenient.
Our part? To see what He is doing and to respond. He is the initiator. We are the
responders. How we "do church" must be based on the character of our God.
Monday, September 12, 2011
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Studies have shown massage offers several health
benefits. Massage has been shown to improve mood,
quality of sleep and immune function and reduces
anxiety, fatigue, headaches and upset stomach.
Saturday, September 10, 2011
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Taking a warm bath can be a great way to unwind
from a stressful day. Baths relax the nervous
system, calm your muscular structure and allow
quiet time for yourself.
Thursday, September 8, 2011
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"
Most people consider salads a healthy meal.
Use caution when ordering your salad. Adding
croutons, cheese, eggs, nuts, fried meat and
high calorie dressing will transform a salad
from a healthy meal to a high fat, high calorie
unhealthy meal.
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