Comfortable.

"Not everyone who says to me 'Lord, Lord' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my father who is in heaven. Many will say to me on that day, 'Lord, Lord did we not prophesy in your name, and in your name drive out demons and preform many miracles?' Then I will tell them plainly, I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers."

That's Matthew chapter 7.

Or:

Not everyone who says to me Lord, Lord will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my father who is in heaven. Many will say to me on that day, Lord, Lord did we not plan major, massive events to bring you glory, or fill our church building each weekend in your name? Then I will tell them plainly, I never knew you. Away from me, you impostors!

Ok, so I edited the second one a little, but either way you read it....it's a sad, sad day for some people. When I first read it my mind automatically went to the lost, but the truth is there are people in the church, that are regulars, that you walk by every day that don't have a relationship with Christ. They are comfortable, and I've been guilty. It's a VERY dangerous place to be. The motions are easy to master, but having that drive and desire to be near to God and walking with Him every single day takes discipline and work. It's worth every bit of it. God doesn't honor the motions, He honors a willing heart. You can fool people all day long, but ultimately you reap with you sew!

Kelsey and Cary Apel...

I've been to a lot of weddings, but I've never been to one like I got to be a part of today. I didn't just attend a wedding, I attended a worship service. It was so encouraging and so inspiring to see two people really get it. To really understand what it means to make a covenant before God to honor Him through their marriage. Before the ceremony actually started we sang 2 worship songs. It's sad to know that there were people in the room that it meant nothing to, who just didn't get it, and who walked away unchanged and unmoved. God was truly honored today and everyone in the room got an opportunity to see what God has for us when it's done His way. Kelsey and Cary shared their first kiss today on their wedding altar. That is beautiful and so inspring to me.

Kevin Blaze Britt

Yeah, I don' t know how I got stuck with Lynne as a middle name and he got Blaze, but I plan on addressing that with my mom ASAP. He's my big little brother that out grew me about 4 years ago. His name is Kevin. He is 19. We spent about 14 years in different homes many many miles away from one another. We grew up in very different homes, and rarely saw one another. Kevin moved to Houston last June. Our relationship has never been the same as it is today. He's my brother, my partner in crime, and my best friend. I truly truly believe God had everything to do with bringing him to Houston. In November of this past year Kevin gave his life to Christ. He didn't have the best childhood, in fact it was pretty rocky, but by the grace of God He pulled us both out of the pit we were living in and put us on a solid foundation and a life full of hope and promise. Praise the Lord! Kevin has every reason to be one screwed up individual, (no offence Kev) but he is the funniest, most level headed person I know. I LOVE the time we have together. He truly means the world to me. No one will ever take that place in my heart.

Beach Retreat!

Beach Retreat is here! What would I do without my extra help?! Thank you everybody who has been in the office this week. You guys are AWESOME!

My new read

The book I'm starting. Thanks to Michael again!

I've heard it's excellent.....I'll be the judge of that!

Hillsong & Dane!

My sweet sweet boyfriend Michael bought me the new Hillsong United cd today! So excited about it!

He ALSO got us Dane Cook tickets for June. Three of my favorite things....Dane, Hillsong and Michael! :)

it's what I know.

*your integrity says EVERYTHING about who you are.

*people only treat you the way YOU allow them to treat you.

*your problems aren't your parents fault, or anyone else's in your life: OWN UP!

*WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND my friend...

*you can't change someone's heart...they've got to want it & Christ has to do the work. period.

*people are selfish, rude, and inconsiderate. recognize it. accept it. and make an effort to be different. unfortunately, skin deep seems to be in style these days.

*most girls are caddy & super lame...be extra nice, they hate it.

*change is hard, and is usually super hard...but it builds character, and character is key.

*self respect & self image. 2 things that everyone should understand COMPLETELY.

*hate and harsh feelings will destroy your heart...learn how to let go.

Be Bold.

It's the lamest cliche know to man kind. Yes, we've all heard it. We've all been tempted to fall into it's trap."Follow your heart." Sound familiar? I HATE hearing this. And I really hate it when it's communicated to young girls. My gosh, they are confused enough. NO...don't follow your heart, that's crap. Follow God. Telling someone to follow their heart is like telling them to follow their emotions and emotions are temporary, always changing, faulty. God hasn't called us to pursue a life always changing and under a faulty foundation. His word is clear about who we are and where our direction should come from. When we begin to operate through what we KNOW and the truths we stand on under God's law we don't have to worry about following our hearts. Hearts lead astray, but the Creator of that heart knows it's true direction. I don't know about you, but thank God! My emotions are excellent at screwing things up, quick.

I remember so long ago my biggest fear in following God was that I was afraid of what the world..my friends, my family, anyone in my life, would think. Now, I live for the thrill of you not understanding me or being curious of the work that God has done and continues to do in my life. Have I been rejected, YES! Will it happen again, of course. That isn't my concern. In fact, bring it! Chances are I won't care what you think anyways. Be you. Be bold. Take it to the streets.

Almost time to say goodbye...

I LOVE MY JOB. Not only have a been blessed by getting to be on staff at Second Baptist Church-North Campus, but God has also given me the opportunity to lead a Life Group during our Sunday morning Bible Study. I have a serious passion and love for ministering to girls of all ages, but seniors have been my main focus for almost 2 years. They are AWESOME. Unfortunatly, since the school year is almost over, they are leaving me....but I'm positive the relationships and bonds that were built this last year won't end when our time together does. I can't wait to see God use them in the future. They all have so much to offer and I am completely humbled at the fact that God would allow me to take part in such a pivital time in their lives. Hopefully I have pointed them in the right direction, but I don't think any of them will ever fully understand the things they have taught me and showed me in my personal walk with the Lord. Pouring into others lives is where it's at...get on board.

Turning Point.

I've made the jump. I love reading people's blogs...well, most of them, so I decided to give it a shot. I'm excited to see how it goes!