October 9-17 2002
I thought I had the evening off but I had forgotten to make a change to my calendar and now here I sit at Katie's house. I'm glad, in fact. Although I had planned on staying home and cleaning and enjoying my time alone I instead got onto the computer and logged into a chat room. Now I have not been in a chat room for years and tonight, for some reason, I did. Because of this, one of the first people to IM me was a pastor & missionary in India. Surely God had planned this (in fact he is even of the same denomination as I am). I was humbled speaking with him. He sent me an email later this evening and he had a message for me. Something that shocked me. Of course it shouldn't have, people who have an incredible relationship with God tend to hear Him more clearly than some one who isn't nearly as focused on our Savior like we should (I am speaking of me). But I am not writing about this right now... God is indeed working in my heart. This man of God needs prayer support. Friends and fellow believers please join me in uplifting Pastor Babu in prayer. I am committing to remember him and his ministry in prayer for at least 10 minutes a day. He is under severe spiritual warefare as the evil one tries to deter him from God's work. Pray for a hedge of protection on our brother in Christ as he witnesses to Hindus & Muslims. Pray that many lives are changed through the Holy Spirit and his ministry. Thank you Pastor, for taking time, before you headed to work, to speak with me. God Bless you.
I know that I have complained alot in the past few days (weeks) of being too busy. Yes this is by my own doing. What can I say? God has been working in my life so very much lately and you know what I haven't even slowed down long enough to realized until now. Wow. We serve a Great God. I don't know if I say that nearly enough. I love my Father in Heaven.
I do have yet another "Jess" story. The other day while on my Delivery for work I stopped at an intersection. Well, as I was looking in the direction of oncoming traffic I started to inch forward getting ready to turn right. Then all of a sudden I felt or heard something telling me to look forward, as I did I caught a quick glimpse of someone trying to stay on their bike while having a close encounter with the grill of the van! Oh my gosh I almost took out some old man! I felt so bad but I started to laugh after my heart returned to its normal beating rate. The guy was fine, of course, just scared spitless. I don't blame him one bit, my van was much larger than him and the bike put together. Even now I can imagine him trying to stop the van with out stretched hands. I know I'm terrible but I normally drive very carefully.This was a fluke. Anyhow, he's okay... I'm okay... and the van's okay. All's well again.
I may be a bit less busy soon. One of my jobs will be ending shortly. Unfortunately so will my cell phone use. Since I can't afford to get one on my own now I'll just go back to a regular phone line. Man, cell phones are very addicting. They should have a counseling program for cell addicts, like AA. An easy twelve step program to stop cell phone abuse! I could become rich off of this idea. Well, I need to go (big surprise, right?). Enjoy the brisk weather!
WOW! What a week! I can't believe that my best friend, Leah, is finally married.She was beautiful yesterday. I'll put up pics as soon as they're developed. I finally have a few moments to relax. But I admit to skipping church this morning. I needed a few hours to myself. I listened to worship music and prepared my bible study. Leah invited me to come have lunch with the family and watch them open gifts. Now I'm at my cousin's house for his birthday party. Other than just being plain busy its also just another weekend in the life of Jess. So unfortunately I have tons to say but little time and/or patience to sit and actually give any serious work to this site. But eventually I will. Please bear with me.
Whew! A few moments to breathe before I head out again. I found out last night that I wasn't nearly as prepared for my Bible study as I thought I was. It was a huge flop. Grr. At least my cookies went over well. I am really going to have to spend more time getting ready. Also, I don't think I like following our book. I think I will also branch out and try something new and different, and yet follow the same doctrines the book teaches. I could really use your prayers on this as well.
Mullets! Mullets surround me everywhere I go! No joke! Today I've seen 3 different ladies and two men who have mullets. I know we all have the right to choose our own hairstyle but I think there should be a law against them. If you are reading this and you have a mullet... please, for the love of donuts, consult someone (anyone) about a hair cut. They may even be willing to do it for free (one less mullet in the world). Don't be offended but you have committed the biggest fashion crime since the invention of the leisure suit.
Well, my brief moment of freedom is gone again. I need to fly to a meeting. Have a wonderful day!