So Mommy and Daddy have to go back to the dentist this Thursday - we both have cavities! Yikes! That was bad news, but even worse was later on: Mommy got a quick stomach flu that frankly gave Daddy the willies! He was scared/concerned for Mommy, who was suddenly shivering and cold - despite the fact that we put on three blankets and two heated water bottles.
The good news is that she was able to go to sleep, and get over things quickly. We were praying for Mommy, and others were too - such was the nature of Daddy's little panic session. Mommy in fact got a better night's rest than Daddy did.
Today was Monday, which means there was nothing to do when Madison got home from school: no ballet, no music, no tennis. She worked on her Raz Kids room a little more, reading a few more books just so she could add a desk and chair to her space room. And also a rocket to one of her shelves. Yes, the redecorating is coming along nicely!
We also did the last of our practicing for music class, which was paced wonderfully this week. Daddy had to work today, so we didn't have time to watch a movie or anything when he got home. Besides, Mommy's condition struck about that time, so it would have been a bad idea anyway.
Daddy wrote a couple messages today, both based on video games (Street Fighter and Guitar Hero). Both are lots of fun - I think these will be a couple great services, actually. In fact, here's one of the messages - this one based on the Street Fighter games that Daddy loves so much!
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3. Give a __________! History is filled with Christian testimonies of those who took a heavy hit – but used their stories to give a monster counterpunch to the devil. If you find yourself reeling from an unexpected attack, don’t just drop down for the KO. Rise up and let God use you and your story.
“So the man went away. In the area known as the Ten Cities, he began to tell how much Jesus had done for him. And all the people were amazed.” Mark 5:20 NIrV
a. counterpunch b. quarter c. defense
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After all her homework and practice, we visited Lego Middle Earth again for a bit, where we were able to find Christopher Lee as a playable character. We haven't had that privilege since Count Dooku, so Daddy was kind of excited about that. Madison is more excited about playing this Mithril Horn, which again forces everyone to dance uncontrollably around her character. She has this toot explosion technique where she simply toots once and everyone in a particular radius around her is compelled to get down and boogie. This is a force more evil than anything Sarumon the White himself could conjure up!
But obviously tonight we were bit preoccupied with Mommy's health, but again - she got better very quickly. Madison and Daddy prayed for her, and we're very thankful that she's improved so fast. Tomorrow will be a much better day!
The good news is that she was able to go to sleep, and get over things quickly. We were praying for Mommy, and others were too - such was the nature of Daddy's little panic session. Mommy in fact got a better night's rest than Daddy did.
Today was Monday, which means there was nothing to do when Madison got home from school: no ballet, no music, no tennis. She worked on her Raz Kids room a little more, reading a few more books just so she could add a desk and chair to her space room. And also a rocket to one of her shelves. Yes, the redecorating is coming along nicely!
We also did the last of our practicing for music class, which was paced wonderfully this week. Daddy had to work today, so we didn't have time to watch a movie or anything when he got home. Besides, Mommy's condition struck about that time, so it would have been a bad idea anyway.
Daddy wrote a couple messages today, both based on video games (Street Fighter and Guitar Hero). Both are lots of fun - I think these will be a couple great services, actually. In fact, here's one of the messages - this one based on the Street Fighter games that Daddy loves so much!
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“Fight the Good Fight”
Are you a world warrior? As Christians, God has given us special moves
to become a champion edition! This isn’t
a six-button hyper fighting match though.
This is real life! We don’t
battle against flesh and blood – it’s a battle of faith. There’s an enemy out there wanting to do a spinning pile drive on you, and
if you’re going to make it to the final round, you’d better be ready to fight
the good fight of faith!
Your salvation is worth fighting for, and so is seeing your friends and family in heaven. The Alpha and Omega is ready to tag team with you, so get ready to go a few rounds – turbo style!
Your salvation is worth fighting for, and so is seeing your friends and family in heaven. The Alpha and Omega is ready to tag team with you, so get ready to go a few rounds – turbo style!
Round One!
If you want to spar like a super street fighter, you have to be ready to
block. Firstly, defense is huge in any
match. The most
important part of the battle is in the mind, where you have to be prepared, and
disciplined. Block attacks of temptation
by keeping away from sinful situations that can make you weak. The enemy uses guile, but you can stay on top
of your game with prayer and reading God’s Word!
Round Two!
Give a vicious counterpunch! History is filled with Christian testimonies of those who took a heavy
hit – but used their stories to give a monster counterpunch to the devil. If you find yourself reeling from an
unexpected attack, don’t just drop down for the KO. Rise up faster than a hadoken dragon punch, and
let God use you and your story to make a major impact!
Round Three – Fight! Remember, it’s a fight of faith, and you’re in it to win it. Be ready to block and counterattack faster than a lightning kick, and you’ll have what it takes to be a world warrior, and fight the good fight!
Round Three – Fight! Remember, it’s a fight of faith, and you’re in it to win it. Be ready to block and counterattack faster than a lightning kick, and you’ll have what it takes to be a world warrior, and fight the good fight!
“But you
are a man of God. Run away from all of those things. Try hard to do what is
right and godly. Have faith, love and gentleness. Hold on to what you believe. Fight the good fight along with all other
believers. Take hold of eternal life. You were chosen for it when you openly
told others what you believe. Many witnesses heard you.” 1 Timothy 6:11-12 NIrV
“Our
fight is not against human beings. It is against the rulers, the authorities
and the powers of this dark world. It is against the spiritual forces of evil
in the heavenly world.” Ephesians 6:12 NIrV
“So don’t let
sin rule your body, which is going to die. Don’t obey its evil longings.”
Romans 6:12 NIrV
“So obey God.
Stand up to the devil. He will run away from you.” James 4:7 NIrV
“But no weapon
that is used against you will succeed.” Isaiah 54:17 NIrV
“With your
help we push our enemies back. By your
power we walk all over them.” Psalm 44:5 NIrV
“The Lord gives me light and saves me. Why should I fear anyone? The Lord is my place of safety. Why should I be afraid? My enemies are evil. They will trip and fall when they attack me and try to eat me alive. Even if an army attacks me, my heart will not be afraid. Even if war breaks out against me, I will still trust in God.” Psalm 27:1-3 NIrV
“The Lord gives me light and saves me. Why should I fear anyone? The Lord is my place of safety. Why should I be afraid? My enemies are evil. They will trip and fall when they attack me and try to eat me alive. Even if an army attacks me, my heart will not be afraid. Even if war breaks out against me, I will still trust in God.” Psalm 27:1-3 NIrV
1. ________ the good fight of faith. Some things in life are worth fighting for. We don’t battle against flesh and blood –
it’s a battle of faith.
"Fight the good fight along with all other
believers. Take hold of eternal life.” 1 Timothy 6:12 NIrV
a. Fix b. Flee c. Fight
a. Fix b. Flee c. Fight
2. Be ready to __________. The most important part of the battle is in the mind, where you have to
be prepared, and disciplined. Block
attacks of temptation by keeping away from sinful situations that can make you
weak. And stay on top of your game by praying,
and reading God’s word!
“I am warning you, brothers and sisters, to watch out for those who try to keep you from staying together. They want to trip you up. They teach you things opposite to what you have learned. Stay away from them.” Romans 16:17 NIrV
a. throw b. block c. hadoken
“I am warning you, brothers and sisters, to watch out for those who try to keep you from staying together. They want to trip you up. They teach you things opposite to what you have learned. Stay away from them.” Romans 16:17 NIrV
a. throw b. block c. hadoken
3. Give a __________! History is filled with Christian testimonies of those who took a heavy hit – but used their stories to give a monster counterpunch to the devil. If you find yourself reeling from an unexpected attack, don’t just drop down for the KO. Rise up and let God use you and your story.
“So the man went away. In the area known as the Ten Cities, he began to tell how much Jesus had done for him. And all the people were amazed.” Mark 5:20 NIrV
a. counterpunch b. quarter c. defense
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After all her homework and practice, we visited Lego Middle Earth again for a bit, where we were able to find Christopher Lee as a playable character. We haven't had that privilege since Count Dooku, so Daddy was kind of excited about that. Madison is more excited about playing this Mithril Horn, which again forces everyone to dance uncontrollably around her character. She has this toot explosion technique where she simply toots once and everyone in a particular radius around her is compelled to get down and boogie. This is a force more evil than anything Sarumon the White himself could conjure up!
But obviously tonight we were bit preoccupied with Mommy's health, but again - she got better very quickly. Madison and Daddy prayed for her, and we're very thankful that she's improved so fast. Tomorrow will be a much better day!
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