LVL Finalle - (Sept. 1st-6th) - “SURGE/Manage”
“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get a crown that will last forever. Therefore I do not run like a man running aimlessly; I do not fight like a man beating the air. No, I beat my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize. 1 Cor. 9:24-27
This marks the last challenge for the Summer, so don’t let it just fizzle out, but surge into the new school year with a passion for God and his ways. You have a new schedule, new classes and a new way of life to adjust to but don’t let that get you distracted. This week make sure to get outside and get some exercise. Get up that heart rate! Manage your body and the earth that God has put us in charge of.
Commit: We are told that to stay in shape we are to be active 30 minutes a day. Get outside at least three times this week for an hour to sweat and exercise. Also commit to taking steps to take care of the Earth that God has placed us over. We cannot be ignorant any longer! http://reusablebags.com/
Pray: Pray that you’d feel his presence and blessing in your life as you are running around. Pray that as you train your body you’ll see the work that is necessary to train your spiritual life as well.
Read: Mark 12:29-31, Genesis 1:26-31, Read a book of the Bible of your choice
The Goal: To see how important it is for us to train/fight for what we want. We need to train spiritually like athletes but if we can’t understand physical training how are we going to understand spiritual training. Spend time with God outside to see what he is trying to tell you. Take an interest in the earth and your impact upon it!
LVL Finalle - (Sept. 1st-6th) - “SURGE/Manage”
Girls Breakfast
breakfast for the girl's & girl leaders @ Denny's in Foothill Ranch.
Sat. Sept. 6th
at 10:30am
Service Project Day 8/30/08
This Saturday (8/30/08) meet up with fellow Terranovians at the Hub at 8:30 to do EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER LAWN EDITION. That's right we are going to invade an underprivileged neighborhood and mow lawns, trim shrubs and the like. The fun goes from 8:30 till 12:30
2 bands you have to know about
There are two albums that I simply have to tell you about - because nobody told me about them and I felt robbed. Its something that I have to do because mom and son alike will be brought together in musical harmony. To good to be true? Well judge for yourself! I offer you:
Page France
Hello, Dear Wind
This collaborative seamlessly conjure and resurrect the timeless talent of folkloric storytelling, offering a spirited mix of musical campfire sing-a-longs, lovelock tales, and whimsical pop classics, all with a delicate dash of youthful exuberance. Whether this re-issue serves as an introduction or a re-introduction to the band, Page France's "Hello, Dear Wind" proves to be an appealing, innovative pop music masterwork. - Amazon
Wild Sweet Orange We Have Cause To Be Uneasy
Wild Sweet Orange's Canvasback Music debut, We Have Cause To Be Uneasy, is a work of exquisite power, its songs propelled by edgy emotion and a cathartic yearning for connection. Tracks such as "Ten Dead Dogs" and "Sour Milk" find the Birmingham, Alabama-based rock outfit honing an intimate and individualistic sound that veers unrestrained from aching intimacy to a turbulent, seething intensity. For singer and songwriter Preston Lovinggood, the album's provocative title serves as both an ideal statement of intent as well as a strong assertion of identity. - Amazon
Essentials for a Disaster Preparedness Kit
• Flashlight
• Extra Batteries
• Light Sticks
• AM/FM Radio
• AAA batteries
• Waterproof Matches
• Solar Blanket
• Emergency Rain Poncho
• Tent
- Extra clothing(warm and cold)
• Food Bars, snacks, non-perishable goods
- MRE’s (Meal ready to eat)
• Water Bottles(Gallon a day for each person)
• Water Purification Tablets
• Multi-tool Knife
• Survival Whistle
• 50 ft Rope
• Work Gloves (pair)
• First Aid Kit
• N95 Mask
- Portable Toilet(w/ Biodegradable toilet paper)
- Personal Hygiene products
- Sanitation products
• Emergency Preparedness Guide
Extra LVL - Aug. 25-30th) A Surplus of Gratitude
Extra LVL - (Aug. 25-30th) - “A Surplus of Gratitude”
“So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of this world rather than on Christ.
Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Col. 2:6-8 and 4:3
In this day and age we are told that its all about stuff. Something new and shiny will make us happy and fill our void. As believers we know that only God can fill our void, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t fall into this deceptive philosophy. This week take inventory of all your stuff. Be thankful for it and check yourself to see if your treasure is really in heaven. Remember that in every situation we are to be thankful.
Commit: Going over the list on the back and taking inventory of your stuff. Be thankful for what you have as you take stock. When you find yourself wanting this week, remember God has provided.
Pray: That you’d be overwhelmed with what God has done for you. Pray that you’d feel his presence and blessing in your life. Pray that you’d have gratitude for everything you have.
Read: Matthew 6:19-17, 7:24-27, Luke 3:10-14, Hebrews 12:28 and Colossians 3:1-17
The Goal: To increase our gratitude and thankfulness. To increase our understanding of God’s love for us and our ability to serve others.
EXTRA: Sleep outside; Figure out how many days of food you have stored up at your house. Prepare a survival kit and construct a plan for the family in case of a disaster. Give away or sell stuff you don’t need as you are taking inventory.
Extra LVL postponed
Extra LVL will be up soon, but in the meantime enjoy some free music. This band is so good and has a great way of making intimate lyrics so enjoyable that you'd think they are your own (only better).
Dog LVL (Aug. 11-16th) - "Detox/Mom I'm Going Sugar Free"
Dog LVL - (Aug. 11-16th) - “Detox/ Mom I’m Going Sugar Free”
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Phil. 4:8-9
Like with food, whatever we put in our body (whether by digestion or sense absorption), affects us. This is a week of living pure from distractions by replacing the distractions with things of Holy intent. This isn’t just about not doing things, but what you do to replace them. Some of you remember why camp was so good - you were in a community of friends talking and thinking of God in a place that was free from distractions. Remember!!! Please read 1 Thessalonians 5:14-24 this week.
Commit: To tossing the routine of checking your phone every 5 minutes and sitting in front of the TV for comfort (etc). Commit to abstaining from the things on the “distraction” list and replace the time you would normally give to those distractions with something that will bring positive results.
Pray: That you’ll see how certain things are affecting you life. Pray that you’ll be released from these “vices” and given over to habits and practices that enlarge your heart and strengthen your mind to do the Lord’s will.
Community: This works best when in community, because we were designed for it. When abstaining from something, do the alternative with friends or family. Its more fun that way.
The Goal: To discover the power of living a life with the soul purpose of putting God first and doing his Will. The goal is to detox from the influences we have given our minds and lives over to.
The LIST: