REPOSTING this, bro, because I just re-read it and it seemed veyr appropriate. I know you won't let your guard down, I just don't want you to hold out your shield in the wrong direction. Prayers continue:
Oh, yeah, you're a target all right. Forget…
Thank you guys for the encouragement. To the shock of all of the "Political Insiders" I have made it to a runoff. I was victorious over one of my opponents that had never been defeated and spent over 40K on his campaign. I asked for no donations and…
43 year old father of 4, Husband of 1. Currently working as Technology Director for a small school system in Social Circle Georgia. I have lived many different lives, Teacher, Youth Minister, School Administrator. I am humbly seeking to be obedient to HIS calling on my life. Where He leads me, I will follow.
Todd - Thanks. I love the idea and the spirit of what you are trying to do with this group. Your home page statement is strong and meaningful. Didn't have to think too hard about adding this group. After all, for any Dad that believes in what JE is teaching, this mission flows naturally from that teaching - really a central part of it. I commend you for starting this group and I look forward to sharing with other Dads. By the way, love the pictures - looks like you have a great family.
Todd,
I'm reaching out to guys in GA who are on RansomedHeart.net. I'm part of a bunch of guys that offers Boot Camps 4-6 times each year. Love to have you join us. www.thereisamission.com What has come out of the 20+ Retreats is a Band of Brothers where we know each others stories, share a mission and share friendship. Love your FLEX.
Hi Todd. Sorry it took me so long getting back to you but we have been swamped at work.
A little history on my boys and the adventures. I have three boys, 30, 29, and 23. I have six grandkids from six yrs of age to 7 months. As young boys we hunted and fished and spent a lot of time in the water. Sking, knee boarding, and the works. When the oldest turned six the sports began. From baseball, basketball, football, and karate. We were busy but we had a lot of fun. We were involved in praise and worship @ church. I play guitar and two of my boys play. I can see the impact a father has on his own kids, both good and bad, in so many ways. What your children are around all through their lives, they will become. That is why it is so important the things we do and say, how we treat others, how we conduct business, because our kids are watching us closely. I see things I am so proud of and thankful that Gods mercy and grace were upon me, and then I see things that I am not proud of.They are like sponges just soaking everything up. I can see the leadership skills, fathering skills, and teamwork abilities in their everyday walk. God has his hand on them and I am blessed. That has always been my prayer Todd, for them to be the husband, father, priest, and son that God has called them to be. They have blessed me with six wonderful grandkids and I am a proud grandpa. The greatest investment anyone can give their children is their time. Invest yourself into your children. Give yourself to them and let them see the Christ that lives in us.
Thank you for taking the time to share your "calling". Your passion and desire has truly inspired me. Our meeting was by divine appointment and I am looking forward to seeing what God has in store for us....jump on in the water is fine!
Todd, Thanks for the welcome and the compliment on the family. I've read some of John's books and really connected with them. It's been a year or better since I've read any of his books but after discovering Rasomedheart.net I've been feeling the urge to get back into his writings and this time work through the workbooks with a group of friends.
Dave
Wow - a lot can happen when we don't keep in touch. Way to go with all the facets of your life, carreer and ministry. By the way, Debbie went to Florida Southern College with Dana and then all three of us were at Candler together. We've stayed in touch on and off over the years, but was surprised to see him pop up on your site - now I know why. He must have been your youth director while he was in seminary. Small world.
Todd, thanks for inviting me to this group. So, from the pictures am I to deduce that you have 4 children now? Congratulations and I look forward to exploring the continuing challenges of parent/fatherhood with the rest of you. Ivan
Todd
It was great man I thought I was going to work on two things however GOD had other plans and showed me HE wanted to work on five things AWESOME I'm glad to report that I haven't smoked in 5 days now and HE took care of my father wound amongst other things Things that every guy struggles with GOD is Truly AWESOME beyond mere words and HE really does LOVE UsThanks for the prayers
I'm sorry Nicholas - I got in a hurry and used the wrong name....I apologize.
I'm convinced that we all need good mentors....in life...and to help us decipher our callings.
How is the men's breakfast going? Any opportunity for a sage/mentor there?…
Brent i see you included my entry but address your comment to Gary, i will give you a quick response i am finding it tough at the moment i have been praying for a sage/mentor to come alongside and its really difficult i suspect God is asking to look…
Jonathan, I remember years ago God healed me physically of a bad back. My friend prayed for me, was not touching me herself, and I felt this warmth on my back and then presuure, more pressure, till eventually the bone that was out of place God put b…
Eve, I am a very "self protective" person, however, when God asks me to go to church or mix with christians that puts me in my "uncomftable zone" I will do it because I love His body. So I do think it is possible to be both self protective but not w…
Thanks for your comment Isha.
Gary, your example also reminds me of how Jeus walked in perfect peace....no fear...yeah! I wana know Him more too! I want that peace that flows like a river and never ends! There is SO much more in Him!
Jim, welcome back!
I was wondering how your work with your teenage son was going! I am glad Pat flushed you out of hiding!
You do remember that hiding (or passivity) is the sin of Adam don't you? We need to get back into the fray even when it scar…
A group for Cigar/Pipe enthusiasts who enjoy a good conversation a little deeper than just sports or politics (although those topics aren't necessarily off limits!).
Was praying for you Deborah - that He would shine His light so you will be able to see the truth from the lies, renounce "agreements" you have made, and come into a larger place of freedom . . .
When studying the verse, "Come unto me (Jesus) all ye who are weary and heavy laden and I will give you rest. Learn of me, for I am meek and gentle of heart," I read one author defining meek as being the opposite of anger - which led me to James whe…
Just joined Ransomedheart.net... I'm in Colorado Springs and an aspiring writer, and looking for others who appreciate a walk with God that extends beyond "traditional" church walls. i see this group is small... but maybe we can stir things up? I lo…
Paul said:
for not only did Saul fail in his task miserably through self-centeredness and lack of true courage- he refused to take on the responsibility of ownership of his actions, but instead blamed the "sound of bleating of the sheep, and the low…