HILARIOUS!
and sad. at the same time.
it will be interesting when this generation is in charge...
3/4/12
foundations training
this past weekend our team taught through sonlife's "foundations" with 22 students and leaders from cities across western latvia. teams were represented from kuldīga, liepāja, vaiņode, and ventspils. we had a great time looking at the life and teachings of Jesus and how that applies to our current context. the materials focus on six foundations of youth ministry;
- an atmosphere of love
- a Biblical group image
- a consistent contacting ministry
- a proper concept of Christ
- prayerful dependence
- communication of the Word
2/26/12
fusion training
we had our first fully latvian fusion training this past weekend!
there were three active fusion teams represented, as well as two potential teams. we had a good time of fellowship, discussion and shared ideas. an encouraging weekend overall!
it has been amazing to see how God has expanded fusion from one choir in 2009 to five or six in 2012! we have had our fair share of struggles, but it is all well worth it when we get to see glimpses of what God is doing!
there were three active fusion teams represented, as well as two potential teams. we had a good time of fellowship, discussion and shared ideas. an encouraging weekend overall!
it has been amazing to see how God has expanded fusion from one choir in 2009 to five or six in 2012! we have had our fair share of struggles, but it is all well worth it when we get to see glimpses of what God is doing!
2/19/12
streetlights
ive been listening to the spokenword audio bible at the gym for the past year or so. its cool to be able to take in some of the Word, while trying to stay fit.
but this is even more exciting to me! streetlights vol. 1: divine dna. an audio Bible set to beats! the aim is for "people of all literacy levels will be able to hear, understand, and internalize the Word of God." over 20+ mcs tell the story of our great God over hip-hop instrumentals. volume 1 covers the first six chapters of genesis and the entire gospel of john.
oh, and the best part is that ITS FREE! get it now.
a HUGE thanks to humblebeast.com!
but this is even more exciting to me! streetlights vol. 1: divine dna. an audio Bible set to beats! the aim is for "people of all literacy levels will be able to hear, understand, and internalize the Word of God." over 20+ mcs tell the story of our great God over hip-hop instrumentals. volume 1 covers the first six chapters of genesis and the entire gospel of john.
oh, and the best part is that ITS FREE! get it now.
a HUGE thanks to humblebeast.com!
2/18/12
re: in the news
of the 1,098,593 voters (a 69% turnout of registered voters), 25% voted "for" making russian the second official language of latvia and 75% voted "against" the referendum. you can read more about the results here.
in the news
BBC News - Latvia votes on making Russian an official language
a short article on todays vote to make russian the second official language of latvia. im very interested to see the results!
a short article on todays vote to make russian the second official language of latvia. im very interested to see the results!
2/10/12
a doer of the Word
after 27 years in the church i have become a pretty good listener... but Jesus didnt call me to be only a listener!
how do i respond to what i read or hear from God's Word? francis chan addressed this crucial topic a few days ago at moody bible institute.
God, give me ears to hear Your voice! make me obedient. make me not only a hearer of Your Word, but a doer.
"Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says."
James 1:22 (NIV)
how do i respond to what i read or hear from God's Word? francis chan addressed this crucial topic a few days ago at moody bible institute.
God, give me ears to hear Your voice! make me obedient. make me not only a hearer of Your Word, but a doer.
"Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says."
James 1:22 (NIV)
2/7/12
1/26/12
1/18/12
reason why latvia is the bomb #19: smalkmaizītes
BOOMSHAKALAKA!
i cant even remember what these little suckers are called, but you need to experience one in your lifetime. they are delish!
latvians do pastries right. baked fresh with just the right amount of sweetness. i had just eaten breakfast this morning and passed the store where they are made and decided to stop in for a mid-morning snack. ha! fresh, soft, raisin-y goodness all up in your faceplate! two for a $1. not too shabby!
i cant even remember what these little suckers are called, but you need to experience one in your lifetime. they are delish!
latvians do pastries right. baked fresh with just the right amount of sweetness. i had just eaten breakfast this morning and passed the store where they are made and decided to stop in for a mid-morning snack. ha! fresh, soft, raisin-y goodness all up in your faceplate! two for a $1. not too shabby!
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