Reason for my absence, Video, Pictures that prove Spring must be coming and more!

Sorry for the long time since last posting something, my laptop is now finally up and running again thanks to Auntie Jenn and Uncle Dan for letting us use one of their power chords! :) I'm not sure what happened to ours, but it wasn't charging the laptop, so I wasn't able to use it for about a week and a half.

It was actually good for me, (I did go on a couple other computers during that time, but not as much), and I got to see what it would be like to not be able to go on the computer. At times I was frustrated thinking "I really wish I could go on right now. Why can't the laptop just work?" Then I would think, what if God took it away from me forever? Would I be "okay with it" or would I "not be able to stand it?" I still feel like I don't totally understand the aspect of just totally letting go of everything in your life, surrendering it to the Lord, and letting Him have control, but I think this experience (even though it was small) was used to teach me more about what it is like to surrender ALL of the areas of my life to the Lord. Being able to say, God, I surrender my whole life to you, whatever happens, I will give you the glory and will always praise You.

Like I said, I still don't understand it totally, but I think I am learning more and more of what it means to surrender different areas of your life to Christ. One of the things I think I have learned that it means is being able to say "I give this to You Lord. I could live without this. If You took this away from me, right now I would be able to stand it, and be able to say that He is enough for me, even if everything was taken away from me." God is still teaching me, and I'm still learning the process of how to let go of everything myself, and to truly be able to say that if everything else were stripped away from me, I would still have God, and He would be enough to fulfill my deepest desires. He should be being that right now in my life anyways, but I think you know what I mean. This video by Leslie Ludy really touches on what I am talking about, and it came to mind when I was typing, so I thought I would share it with you. It's more geared toward girls, but I think anyone can listen to it, and be encouraged by it.

Isn't that such an encouraging video? I want to be like that guy. If that happened to me, I hope that I would have that same attitude, and be so fulfilled in the presence of God, that even if I was in a dark place for a long period of time, my face would be shining with His love and joy, and I would think that it was like a honeymoon with Jesus, and I would gladly do it again! What a great attitude! And like the video said, we all think we have to have our computer time, our movies, our friends, our starbucks, whatever it is that you go to for comfort when what you really should be going to is the Word of God, time spent talking with God, pouring out your life for other people, etc. There are people out there who are suffering, who have no family, no food, no clothes. And we complain cause we don't like the food, or we want different clothes... Some people don't have any of this stuff! There are so many orphans, and we complain about the tiniest little things that have no eternal value! Sorry, I'm kind of getting off on to a different subject, but I'm just speaking from my heart. I didn't really start this post thinking I was going to write all this. lol. Anyways, like Leslie said at the end of the video, are you willing, my friend, to give it all up now, in order to have a honeymoon with Jesus? I sometimes think about that myself. I think would I do that? I think, how could I live without the computer, or my cellphone, or my blog, or whatever it is? But, I must learn to give these things up, so that I can have a honeymoon with Jesus. (**Not that I think that you have to give it all up, and just totally don't do it anymore, etc. But you have to make sure you are not making it your number one priority, or putting it above God in your life, for then whatever it is that you are putting first becomes like a god in your life. You have to be willing to say, if God asked me to, I would give this up**) I hope that I am making at least a little bit of sense. I just get really tired of lots of different things sometimes. Not that I'm perfect, cause I'm far from it, and nothing without Christ! Okay, I think I will leave this subject now. I may come back to it later, we'll see how it goes. Now for some pictures that I hope prove that Spring has to be coming soon! :)

Abandoned sweatshirts :)

Birds hanging out at the bird feeder :)

Fresh Green Grass! :)

I just stuck this was one in here cause I wanted to post it. I zoomed it in a little, but that's it. :)

Flower Buds on the trees :)

After it rained :)

Well, right now I am eating a yummy chocolate chip peanut protein bar and drinking water in case you wondered. lol. Today Susanna wanted to go for a walk, (we have been wanting to start taking walks/jogs, so we finally started :P ) so her, Mom, Julianna and I went around the block. When we started out it was just drizzling rain, and by the time we had about 5 minutes left, it was raining pretty hard. It was so refreshing and nice though! We were pretty wet when we got back, but like I said it was nice. Julianna and I twirled through the rain as we walked! :)

We did stretch a little before, but I think we are going to be sore tomorrow, cause we pushed ourselves a little bit for the first time. lol. But, it was good. Then we came home, and had eggs, grits, turkey sausage, and raisin bagels for lunch! Yummy to my tummy! lol.

Well, before I head out for the night, I want to share a song with you all that I heard when I was listening to Air1 on-line the other day. It was the first time I had heart it, and I really liked it. I wanted to share it with you, because the words are indeed what I would say to you if I were talking to you face to face. Whatever you are going through, my friend, whether bad, good, or in-between, remember to always be strong in the Lord, and never give up hope. God has His hands on you, don't live your life in fear. I will let the words finish! As you listen to them, know that this is my prayer for you today, and what I hope you will remember and do as you go throughout your day. :)

The Words I Would Say lyrics

Three in the morning, and I'm still awake

So I picked up a pen and a page

And I started writing just what I'd say

If we were face to face

I'd tell you just what you mean to me

Tell you these simple truths

CHORUS:

Be strong in the Lord

And never give up hope

You're gonna do great things

I already know

God's got His hand on You

So don't live life in fear

Forgive and forget

But don't forget why you're here

Take your time and pray

These are the words I would say

Last time we spoke you said you were hurting

And I felt your pain in my heart

I want to tell you that I keep on praying

That love will find you where you are

I know cause I've already been there

So please hear these simple truths

CHORUS

Say... from one simple life to another

I will say... come find peace in the Father

Be strong in the Lord

And never give up hope

You're gonna do great things

I already know

God's got His hand on You

So don't live life in fear

Forgive and forget

But don't forget why you're here

Take your time and pray

And thank God for each day

His love will find a way

These are the words I would say

In Christ,

Karissa Noelle <3

Jesus~by: Robert Pierre

This song called Jesus, by Robert Pierre, is a powerful song, that really speaks to my heart. It reminds us that even when we are facing trials and testings, when our world is torn apart, any desperate day, we can call upon the name of Jesus Christ, and He will be right there to listen to us. We can pour out our heart to Him, give Him all our fears, our anger, our pain, our suffering, our hurt, our broken heart, and He will take it, and shape it into something beautiful. There is nothing that we have gone through, no pain that we have experienced, that He has not gone through or experienced Himself. He knows how we are feeling, He knows how painful it is, and He says: Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28)

When you are feeling like your heart is torn in pieces, and your world is falling apart, I urge you to get on your knees, call upon the name of the Lord, and pour out Your heart to Him. He is the best listener of all, and is there for you always. He can, and will heal your broken heart. He promises to never leave you or forsake you! (Hewbrews 13:5) :)

Sometimes He allows us to go through pain and suffering. We don't always know why He allows us to go through trials, but it is in those moments that we need to lean on Him, and trust in Him the most, knowing that He is in control, and knows what is best for us. We need to give Him all the glory and praise in everything, no matter what it is! He promises that, all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28)

Enjoy!

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I'm blown away
This life of faith
Is filled with endless blessing
And yet sometimes I wake to find
I'm facing trials and testing

Even in the moments when I'm falling to my knees
I find that help is waiting for me

(Chorus:)
Any desperate day
One word I can pray
All I know to say
Jesus
Screaming from my soul
I'm giving up control
The only hope I know
Jesus

All my concerns
My deepest hurt
My Saviour's been where I am
Life comes undone
And there's noone
Who understands like He can

So even when I stumble and my world is torn apart
There is One whose holding my heart

(Chorus:)
Any desperate day
One word I can pray
All I know to say
Jesus
Screaming from my soul
I'm giving up control
The only hope I know
Jesus

My God hears
And He comes near

(Chorus:) X2
Any desperate day
One word I can pray
All I know to say
Jesus
Screaming from my soul
I'm giving up control
The only hope I know
Jesus

Encouragement for the day

First of all I want to start off with some pictures I have been taking over the past few days. I picniked them, which I love doing (so fun! :) ), and am now posting them...

First off... Krstianna=Cute :)

Second... Daniel=Adorable :) This one I took for Valentine's day but never posted it. I thought it was neat. :) This one I took a while back, as you may be able to tell, it is icicles hanging from a grocery carriage. lol :) Sorry, I can't get it to rotate.

A rose; of course! (:P)

See the shadow outline of the ring? It looks like a heart. I saw this on another blog, and thought it was so neat, so I did it myself. This is not my purity ring, but a different ring I got for my birthday from my Auntie Jenn. :)

The other day I went outside with the camera, cause I saw lots of birds coming for food, so I figured I would go and snap some shots. I really liked how this one turned out (ahem, with a little help, I zoomed it in. :) Is that cheating? lol) I thought it was neat how it had something in it's mouth. :)

I also liked this one (and no, I didn't zoom this one in at all. :) )

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Give God ALL the glory and praise! What a magnificent God we serve! Spring is on it's way, and I am so looking forward to it. The snow is almost all gone, and it has been beautiful weather for the past couple days or so! I can't wait for more and more like this. :) I think the couple pictures of the birds truly do show how great and powerful God is. (at least they do to me. When I was taking pictures of them, and listening to the joyful songs they sing, it made me feel so happy, and joyful. I just loved and enjoyed it.) :) I am in love with Jesus Christ. Just thought I'd tell you that. :)

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Psalm 103

Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's. The LORD executeth righteousness and judgment for all that are opressed. He made known his way unto Moses, his acts unto the children of Israel. The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. He will not always chide: neither will he keep his anger for ever. He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities. For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward them that fear him. As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our trangressions from us. Like as a father pitieth his children, so the LORD pitieth them that fear him. For he knoweth our frame; he remebered that we are dust. As for man, his days are as grass: as a flower of the field, so he flourisheth. For the wind passeth over it, and it is gone; and the place thereof shall know it no more. But the mercy of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children's children; To such as keep his covenant, and to those that remember his commandments to do them. The LORD hath prepared his throne in the heavens; and his kingdom ruleth over all. Bless the LORD, ye his angels, that exel in strength, that do his commandments, hearkening unto the voice of his word. Bless ye the LORD, all ye his hosts; ye ministers of his, that do his pleasure. Bless the LORD, all his works in all places of his dominion: bless the LORD, O my soul.

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I read verses 1-10 today of this chapter for Daily bread (and then just read the rest for myself), and was once again encouraged by reading it. I read this a while back for part of my devotions, and was greatly encouraged by it. I'm not sure if I read it for something specific or if I came across it "accidentally". Anyways, the commentary in my Bible was good, and I wanted to share it with you.

It says: David's praise focused on the good things God was doing for him. It is easy to complain about life (oh, so easy), but David's list gives us plenty for which to praise God for-his forgiveness, healing, redemption, loving-kindness, tender mercies, providence, righteousness, justice, grace, patience. We receive all of these without deserving any of them. No matter how difficult your life's journey, you can always count your blessings-past, present, and future. When you feel as if you have nothing for which to praise God, read David's list.

This was just really good for me to read, because sometimes, life can get tough, and hard, and I feel like "Why does this have to happen to me?" We may feel like at times that there aren't many things-if any-for which we can praise God for. But this chapter reminds us that there will always be something to praise Him for no matter what. I need to remember, that when God allows trials and difficulties to come my way, I need to, instead of saying "Why me, Lord?" say, "Use me, Lord."

I read something one time that I thought was interesting. We rarely ever "notice" that our clothes didn't rip, that the car started or that we got home safe. Yes, these are little things in life, but we need to remember not to take them for granted, and praise God and give Him the glory, even in the little things, such as this. This was a great reminder for me as well, to not just count "big things" as blessings from God, but look for even the smallest ways in which God blesses us each day. You cannot go a day without God giving you some kind of blessing, even if it is something as small as you having clothes to wear or a drink of water, or having your clothes not rip, etc.

The story from the Daily bread was encouraging as well, and so I am writing that below.

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Joyful shouts filtered into our house from outside and I wanted to know what was so wonderful out there. I peeked through the curtains and watched two young boys splashing in a thick stream of water that gushed from a fire hydrant. The overflow reminded me of how God pours out blessings on His children, and how important it is to recognize that "the Lord...daily loads us with benefits" (Psalm 68:19). Although I know He has furnished countless good things for me, when the car blows a gasket, when the flu infects my family, and when relationships threaten to unravel, dissatisfaction threatens my view of God's blessings-they seem more like unfrequent drips from a faucet rather than a flood of water from a hydrant! Maybe that's why in Psalm 103 David reminds us to "forget not all His benefits" (v. 2). And then, to help us, he lists a torrent of blessings for believers. He reminds us that God forgives all our iniquities, heals all our diseases, redeems our lives from destruction, crowns us with loving-kindness, and satisfies our mouths with good things (vv. 3-5). Today, let's take time to acknowledge God's abundance instead of overlooking the overflow of His blessings. -Jennifer Benson Shuldt

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We're loaded with benefits daily,

Sent down from the Father above;

His mercies and blessings abounding

Are gifts of His marvelous love. -Anonymous

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Adding up your blessings will multiply your joy.

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Wow! This is such a great reminder to all of us. Let us never forget to praise and glorify God in everything we do, for every blessing He gives us!

Recently I have beeen finding Romans 12 to be a great encouragement to me! In about May of 2010, in Sunday School, I was told to read this chapter, and I really liked it. I underlined the whole thing. Well, more recently (the last 3-4 weeks maybe), it seems like God is finding any way He can to make this verse come into my reading. When I was doing a devotional book study on the book of Titus a couple weeks ago was when it first started. Within a couple days, I came across different parts of Romans 12 a bunch of times! After those couple days it didn't come up quite as much, but God still had me come across it a bunch of times (and I still am coming across it often). So, needless to say, I decided to dive more deeper into this chapter, study it, and see what God would have me learn from it. I just started, but when I get more into it, I will be sharing/posting what I have learned and what the Lord has been teaching me through it all. I love Romans 12!!!!!!!!!!!!! :) It is such an encouraging chapter to me. Read it and be prepared for my thoughts on it, hopefully soon!

Today I got an email from the Ludy's advertising the Set ApartGirl conference. I was reading it, thinking, "I really wish I could go to this! It looks and sounds like so much fun, and I know it would be a huge blessing as well (to any girl who goes)". Anyways, not this year, but I hope, maybe, that I will be able to have that experience someday. (And I want to go to Ellerslie as well. If Christ doesn't come back before I am able to go to that, I will do anything I can to go. Haha). :)

Well, that's about it for now I guess. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend. :)

Joyful In Serving Him,

~Karissa~

My True Love

I saw this on a couple of blogs I came across recently, and it was really encouraging to me! It reminds that God should/will always be enough for us, no matter what. He should be The True Love of our soul, our All in all, and fulfill our deepest longings. If we always look to a mere man to fulfill these things, we never will find what we are able to find when we look to Jesus Christ! Of course these characteristics are things I do want my future husband to possess, but of course he won't be perfect, and this reminds me that God always has been, is, and always will be; and if God doesn't have it planned for me to get married someday, I can come back to this and remember that He can be the perfect husband of my soul forever! I hope I'm getting across what I'm trying to say, and hopefully this "poem" will explain things a little bit better as well!

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I prayed for a man committed to God. Jesus smiled, “I and my Father are one.” John 10:30

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I prayed for a man that would be a spiritual leader. Jesus unashamedly declared, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No man cometh to the Father, but by me.” John 14:6

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I prayed for a man of hight standards and integrity. Others testified, “He did no sin, neither was guile found in His mouth.” I Peter 2:22

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I prayed for a man of the Word. Jesus opened up His arms with love as He whispered, “I am the living Word, and I came to live with you.” John 1:14

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I prayed for a man that knew how to be a servant. Then I heard others whisper with amazement, “Jesus made Himself of no reputation, and took upon Him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men.” Philippians 2:7

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I prayed for a man that was full of spiritual life. He smiled again, “I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” John 10:10

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I prayed for a man of faith and prayer. Then I watched with amazement as He went out and spend all night in prayer...for me! Luke 6:12

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I prayed for a man that would provide for my needs. He not only fed the five thousand long ago, He also feeds me today! Mark 6:41, Philippians 4:19

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I prayed for a man that would be the head of the home and a leader. Someone I could look up to and respect intellectually and spiritually. Then I realized that not only had Jesus been knocking on my door begging to be allowed to be the head of my home, but He was so far ahead of me intellectually, I would have all eternity to learn from Him. “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.” Isaiah 55:9

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I prayed for a man of steel and velvet...someone that could be strong but also tender at the same time. Then I remembered Jesus’ words as the mails were driven into His hands, “Father forgive them, for they know not what they do.” Luke 23:24 And how, when dying upon the cross, some of His last thoughts were to make sure His mother would be cared for. John 19:26 I also remembered how that when even a little sparrow fell, He noticed and cared. Matthew 10:29

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I prayed for a man that knew how to love others...even the unpleasant outcasts. Jesus replied, “In that while you were all yet sinners [the lowest outcast], I died for you.” Romans 5:8

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I prayed for a man that would be the head of the home and a leader. Someone I could look up to and respect intellectually and spiritually. Then I realized that not only had Jesus been knocking on my door begging to be allowed to be the head of my home, but He was so far ahead of me intellectually, I would have all eternity to learn from Him. “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.” Isaiah 55:9

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I prayed for someone that I could share my deepest thoughts and dreams with, someone who would walk with me through joys and through sorrows. Someone that would not only hold my hand, but would hold my heart. Someone that I could stand behind, love, respect and serve with all my heart. I looked up in awe as He not only began to walk beside me and hold my hand (Isaiah 41), but also to share with me the hidden riches and secrets of eternity...heart companionship and beauty that I had never had with another. (Isaiah 45:3, Psalm 34:8) And I just knew that He was someone I could not only love, but stand behind and serve for the rest of my life!

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I prayed for someone that would help me walk closer to God. And the more I got to know him, the closer I drew to God. Psalm 23, Matthew 6:33

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I know this may be frivolous God and it’s a small thing, but could you also send me someone romantic,” I had prayed. “Someone that will love me so much, that he’ll want me and only me! That he’ll be willing to do whatever it takes to win me...even bring me chocolate?” Jesus said nothing as He lay down His heavenly honor to come to earth to win me. Although I doubted His love and resisted His advances at first, He slowly, sweetly, tenderly won my heart and love. Then He led me to His great banqueting house, and the banner He put over me was LOVE. (Song of Sol. 2:4) “Oh taste and see that the Lord is good” He tenderly whispered. (Ps. 34:8) And as He looked deep into my heart, I knew that nothing would separate us... (Romans 8:35-39) for He had won my heart forever!!

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Last, but not least, I prayed for a man that would not be afraid of pain or trials. Then it was that I realized it was He, Jesus, that was carrying my cross and making the ultimate sacrifice of love...for not just anyone, but for me! (Matthew 16:24, Hebrews 2:9) Tears rolled down my cheeks as I stood in awe. And my heart melted...

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Let us say with Asaph the Psalmist, “Whom have I in heaven but thee? and there is none upon earth that I desire beside thee.”

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Because of Christ, Karissa

Good times at Winter Carnival 2011

We are finally done making the video with pictures and videos from Winter Carnival, but I have sad news... It will not post on here. I have tried it three times, and every time it says it is having trouble and to contact blogger support. I have tried this, and am hoping for an answer, but who knows! I am wondering if it won't go on because it is 25 minutes long. Oh my! Haha. But, anyways, I am going to write about some of the fun things we did, and I'll keep trying with the video. We had a blast at Winter Carnival! It was soooo much fun.

We got there at about 4:15 on Friday night, and were pretty much the first ones there. We got unpacked, did a couple other things, and made the chili for the potluck. We went to that at about 6:30, and had a great meal with lots of food and fellowship! We didn't do too much game playing Friday night, just visited with friends we hadn't seen since summer! It was great.

Saturday morning, we got up, and had a good breakfast, and the little children went over to practice for Juniour choir, while the adults went to the Bible study by Mr. and Mrs. Hanson. It was very good, and I felt encouraged by it. Thanks to them for doing that for us!

After that, was playing and eating and fun until it was time to go to the pool at Gunstock. Only some people went to that. From our family, Susanna, Caleb and I stayed home from that, plus a couple other people. I'm sure they all had a blast, while we had a great time back at the campground.

We went over to check and see if Beacon was good for snowboarding, but no such luck. We were disappointed since we had so much fun on that hill last year, but oh well! So we decided to try out Mitchell, and that seemed pretty good, even though snowmobiles went through there a lot. So, Amelia, Susanna, Caleb, I think Trevor was there, and me went snowboarding. It was a pretty good hike up the hill, so a couple times Trevor took us up on his snowmobile, which was way better. :)

So, that was a blast, and after everyone else got back, it was just more sledding, snowboarding, playing, etc. 'til supper. That night was a "talent night" in the chapel, and that was really good, and fun. Then, it was playing games time. I stayed up 'til about 12:30 or 1:00 probably, but I'm not sure about everyone else. :D

Sunday morning was of course Church, and then eating lunch, and more fun activities throughout the day. Sledding, snowboarding, ice-skating, playing in the youth center, and more fun and games. Unfortunately, the annual NH Winter Carnival on the ice, was cancelled because of the ice not being frozen enough I guess or something, so we were disappointed in that, but oh well!

That night again was playing games, hanging out, and just having fun! Amelia slept over that night, and it was one of the best nights ever! Definitely the best sleepover ever! We had such a blast, an awesome time, making great memories, that we will remember and cherish forever! We were literally (Amelia, Susanna, Caleb and I) all in bed next to each other (the beds were all lined up, see if you can just picture this in your mind), and we were all texting each other! It was soooo fun... We did that, talked and laughed (a LOT) 'til about 2 'o clock a.m. It was the best! Okay, sorry but I just have to keep saying that, cause it was such a great time, and I haven't had that in a long time!

So then, Monday morning, we got up (tired, but we made it :P ), and some people went to the Bible study prepared by Vickie House. This, too, was a very encouraging time, and the prayer time meant so much to me! The prayers that were offered up for my family and I, were such a blessing, and a huge encouragement to me! Thank you!

After lunch, we went snowboarding and sledding once more, and then packed up to head for home. The goodbyes were tearfully sad, but we are all looking forward to the summer time, when we will see each other again! :)

Well, that is it for now, and I hope all of you have a wonderful night, and a Christ-centered week!

Ephesians 2:1,

Karissa

Psalm 34:1-4 I will bless the Lord at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul shall make her boast in the Lord: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad. O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together. I sought the Lord, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.

"His Way is Perfect"

Sometimes I feel as though my heart is broken into a million pieces. I feel as though the devil has grabbed hold of my heart, tore it out of me, chewed it, spit it back out, and then put it back into my soul. It is then that I have to come before the Lord, and ask Him to heal my broken heart; give my heart to Him knowing He will fix it, and fill me up again with His wonderful love and joy, and that peace that passes all understanding. Then, from then on, I must remember and try hard to not get discouraged, or down, knowing that the devil likes when that happens, cause it is another chance for him to do that same terrible thing he did to me before. I must resist the devil, knowing he will flee from me if I do, and draw nigh to God, knowing that when I do, He will draw nigh to me! (James 4:7-8). There are some things I don't understand why God allows to happen, but the one thing I do know, is that His way is perfect, and will always work for His honor and glory... And I must give Him the glory, honor and praise no matter what. These are the words to a song that pretty much sums it up for me. I love this song, and it is pretty much how I feel (the whole way through). It is from the Wilds book... I hope it encourages you like it has me.

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This is James 4, which I memorized a couple years back. I don't know if I would be able to say it straight through for memory for you right now, but I could do some. Anyways, this is the chapter with the verses I mentioned above, and the whole chapter is really good, so I looked it up on Christ notes, and it was good. It can be found here: http://www.christnotes.org/bible.php?q=James+4&ver=kjv

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Friendship with the World:

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1. From whence come wars and fightings among you? come they not hence, even of your lusts that war in your members? 2. Ye lust, and have not: ye kill, and desire to have, and cannot obtain: ye fight and war, yet ye have not, because ye ask not. 3. Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts. 4. Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. 5. Do ye think that the scripture saith in vain, The spirit that dwelleth in us lusteth to envy? 6. But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble. 7. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. 9. Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and your joy to heaviness. 10. Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

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Judging a Brother:

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11. Speak not evil one of another, brethren. He that speaketh evil of his brother, and judgeth his brother, speaketh evil of the law, and judgeth the law: but if thou judge the law, thou art not a doer of the law, but a judge. 12. There is one lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy: who art thou that judgest another?

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Boast Not of Tomorrow:

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13. Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain: 14. Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away. 15. For that ye ought to say, If the Lord will, we shall live, and do this, or that. 16. But now ye rejoice in your boastings: all such rejoicing is evil. 17. Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.

Makeover

Well, as you can tell, I have done a lot of things to my blog! I am still working on it though, and doing some more. So keep watching. I am still looking for a background that is just totally me, and will work for me as well! :) I am adding pages (at the top), and about page, I am going to add a photo album, Quotes I love, and also blogs and websites that I like to visit. So.... Keep watching cause I am still going to be doing lots more! I think I am also going to change the name of my blogspot... It is going to be http://www.setapartgirl4christ2.blogspot.com/ But I am not going to change it just yet, so that people will be able to see what it is, so they don't have any trouble finding it. :)

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Have a wonderful day! :)

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Karissa