Countdown begins. In earnest. For real. 39 days until we leave the country.
The quiet before the storm…..
Er, not exactly. An eight week missions trip for 14 people to 8 different countries in Souteast Asia is by no means planned in one meeting….or one pot of coffee. So much planning:
Transportation, plane tickets, passports, visas, health regulations, packing, continuing to supervise Headquarters and Wharehouse while being out of the country, planning speaking engagements….meeting with different international Christian aid workers, working with various ministries…conecting with leaders……..shall I go on? Packing clothes, resources, basic needs, planning lodging for each country. Stuff for the kids to do on the 17 hour plane ride, balancing weight restrictions for tight luggage space, international phone plans, and so much more that I can’t even begin to eleaborate on.
Feeling overwhelmed just reading this? God is able, His Grace is sufficient and nothing is beyong His provision.
Keep the group in prayer as we embark on this journey. Check out our latest Asia Clip link below to catch a glimpse of what we’ll be doing in Southeast Asia this next few months…
Blessings,
Bri
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22.8.10
6.8.10
Hmmm...
Who here is rather fed up with the weather lately? It won't heat up here in the west, then out in California it can't decide which way it'll go. I can't say anything about the east coast because everyone knows about the situation there. =D One country has so many different faces. Culture, food and climates. Not to mention the people. Different accents, skin color and so much more!
And then you widen your perspective a little. Look there. And there. Oh, and over there. And everywhere. All over the world people are ignorant of what He did to save us. Another thing is, God said he will not fulfill His promise of a new heaven and a new earth until all have learned the news,whether they accepted or not. How will they learn if there is no one to tell them? How shall they hear if no one speaks? If we ever want to be counted as true children of God, striving constantly to glorify His kingdom now and as it will be, then we should probably follow one of His greatest assurances.
~Stac
Who here is rather fed up with the weather lately? It won't heat up here in the west, then out in California it can't decide which way it'll go. I can't say anything about the east coast because everyone knows about the situation there. =D One country has so many different faces. Culture, food and climates. Not to mention the people. Different accents, skin color and so much more!
And then you widen your perspective a little. Look there. And there. Oh, and over there. And everywhere. All over the world people are ignorant of what He did to save us. Another thing is, God said he will not fulfill His promise of a new heaven and a new earth until all have learned the news,whether they accepted or not. How will they learn if there is no one to tell them? How shall they hear if no one speaks? If we ever want to be counted as true children of God, striving constantly to glorify His kingdom now and as it will be, then we should probably follow one of His greatest assurances.
"The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.' (Matthew 25:40)Now don't mistake me here. I'm not saying to pack your bag's and head of to Zambia right now. By starting with the little things, (1. Helping the Lady with triplets at the store get her cart. 2.Making sure the Elderly Gentleman has a place to sit on the bus. 3.Getting that Little Lost Boy at the Mall back to his mom...etc.) you are showing a Christian attitude and spreading the Gospel a new way . Not to mention 'Doing it to the Least of these.'
~Stac
4.8.10
Welcome Back :)
Welcome back to Govjrcrew!!!
In the brief break in which we left you all hanging: here's the scoop on GOV's latest:
As of This Morning:
Generations of Virtue Team has saftly deposited the near-empty trailer: Shamoo in our garage. Shamoo is hibernating until January! There was a mix of feelings as he was tucked up...joy, at having completed another successful season of conferences, and relief too.
Now that the Conference season is done, this doesn't mean that GOV is just hanging out until January. Ohhh no...this is just half of the year gone by so far. Now that US national convention season is pretty much done, GOV moves on to the International Ministry side of things.
As we interview Katherine Lockhart, Director of Marketing:
"So, Katherine. What are you up to now that Shamoo is asleep?" (Bri)
"I am: organizing her desk while simultaneously planning and packing for Christian Forex's Pilot Trip." (Katherine)
Katherine is flying to Asia with two high school students from here in the Colorado area for a two week on ground ministry adventure. As they countdown the days (they fly out in a week), Katherine had some prayer requests to keep in mind.
"As the students and myself are preparing for this missions trip, pray for safety as we travel international, health and God's provision. As huge as this undertaking is, we're very excited and can't wait to see the fruit that this will produce." (Katherine)
If your interested as a student, or know of one who may be interested, we encourage you to check out Christian Forex's website to learn more about upcoming missions trips and how you can become involved.
http://www.christianforex.com/Christian Forex
Keep in touch with Govjrcrew as the end of this summer and fall unfolds. This isn't the only International Missions Trip that GOV is helping out with. Check out and be sure to watch the video clip
:Khttp://www.generationsofvirtue.org/read.php?id=SE45FQKDK
Thanks for coming by!
Blessings,
Bri
In the brief break in which we left you all hanging: here's the scoop on GOV's latest:
As of This Morning:
Generations of Virtue Team has saftly deposited the near-empty trailer: Shamoo in our garage. Shamoo is hibernating until January! There was a mix of feelings as he was tucked up...joy, at having completed another successful season of conferences, and relief too.
Now that the Conference season is done, this doesn't mean that GOV is just hanging out until January. Ohhh no...this is just half of the year gone by so far. Now that US national convention season is pretty much done, GOV moves on to the International Ministry side of things.
As we interview Katherine Lockhart, Director of Marketing:
"So, Katherine. What are you up to now that Shamoo is asleep?" (Bri)
"I am: organizing her desk while simultaneously planning and packing for Christian Forex's Pilot Trip." (Katherine)
Katherine is flying to Asia with two high school students from here in the Colorado area for a two week on ground ministry adventure. As they countdown the days (they fly out in a week), Katherine had some prayer requests to keep in mind.
"As the students and myself are preparing for this missions trip, pray for safety as we travel international, health and God's provision. As huge as this undertaking is, we're very excited and can't wait to see the fruit that this will produce." (Katherine)
If your interested as a student, or know of one who may be interested, we encourage you to check out Christian Forex's website to learn more about upcoming missions trips and how you can become involved.
http://www.christianforex.com/Christian Forex
Keep in touch with Govjrcrew as the end of this summer and fall unfolds. This isn't the only International Missions Trip that GOV is helping out with. Check out and be sure to watch the video clip
:Khttp://www.generationsofvirtue.org/read.php?id=SE45FQKDK
Thanks for coming by!
Blessings,
Bri
20.7.10
That is one large cliff.
Trusting God may be the hardest thing you’ll ever do. Some days it's like hurling yourself over a cliff, hoping by some magical force, there will be something to catch you. And that cliff is high…most likely with sharp rocks at the bottom…didn’t even think about the parachute as you climbed out of bed this morning…you would rather have a 'ho-hum' day if that's ok with God…etc.
I had an experience today that kind of reminded me of this constant struggle of trust.
As I leaned carefully over my little sisters 'science lab' I asked casually what she wanted to do today. She answers in pig latin, "cientistsay".
"ok...." I answered.
Gently tipping the chair I smiled as her eyes widen in amusement.
"Don't worry." I laugh.
"Cause you've got my blind-side, right?"
"Yeah..." I sniffed. "That's right.
The end
Sniff
Ok. If I am willing to watch my little sister, even when she’s in no danger at all (besides lab explosions) then how much more do you think God would watch over his children. The ones who He has kept under his wing for thousands of years. Why not trust ourselves with Him. After all, He’s the guide, and probably brought an extra parachute along for just such an occasion. God’s got our blindside and He won’t ever give you more then you can handle. That’s a promise.
Going to check on the ‘lab’,
~Stac
P.S.
Check out the movie, 'Blindside'...Very inspiring. =)
I had an experience today that kind of reminded me of this constant struggle of trust.
As I leaned carefully over my little sisters 'science lab' I asked casually what she wanted to do today. She answers in pig latin, "cientistsay".
"ok...." I answered.
Gently tipping the chair I smiled as her eyes widen in amusement.
"Don't worry." I laugh.
"Cause you've got my blind-side, right?"
"Yeah..." I sniffed. "That's right.
The end
Sniff
Ok. If I am willing to watch my little sister, even when she’s in no danger at all (besides lab explosions) then how much more do you think God would watch over his children. The ones who He has kept under his wing for thousands of years. Why not trust ourselves with Him. After all, He’s the guide, and probably brought an extra parachute along for just such an occasion. God’s got our blindside and He won’t ever give you more then you can handle. That’s a promise.
Going to check on the ‘lab’,
~Stac
P.S.
Check out the movie, 'Blindside'...Very inspiring. =)
14.7.10
Why don't I ever win?!
Story time:
A couple days ago, I was procrastinating whether I should go to a certain place or not. I sulked into the kitchen and threw myself into a chair and sighed loudly. My sister calmly asked what my matter was. I explained, and, (she being bestowed with great sense) suggested that I go and get a verse about it. I rushed to my Bible , fully expecting to get back-up for my case.
When I did succeed, I went back downstairs, dragging my feet with every step. Finally reaching the kitchen my sister, as cheerful as ever, asked what I got.
"Well..." I answered slowly, " Let's just say I think I should go."
"Ok." She smiled. "Go get ready then."
"But I-"
"Don't argue with me. God's the one who gave you the verse. What was it anyway?"
"Ummm....something like, 'Go. And the Lord be with you.'"
The End.
Now, personally, I really don't like arguing with God. He always wins. And, once you think about, He always will. So, If you take my opinion, don't. I still haven't learned it's absolutely futile. Every once in while I'll find myself blaming HIm for something I know is probably just part of the bigger scheme. Sometimes it's hard to accept the part given to you. You're the either the star of the show or just an extra. But remember. Extra's are important. After all, what would the whole dramatic world do without them. They're willing stepping-stones, always looking at the bigger picture. And helping. Always helping.
Getting ready to go,
~Stac
A couple days ago, I was procrastinating whether I should go to a certain place or not. I sulked into the kitchen and threw myself into a chair and sighed loudly. My sister calmly asked what my matter was. I explained, and, (she being bestowed with great sense) suggested that I go and get a verse about it. I rushed to my Bible , fully expecting to get back-up for my case.
When I did succeed, I went back downstairs, dragging my feet with every step. Finally reaching the kitchen my sister, as cheerful as ever, asked what I got.
"Well..." I answered slowly, " Let's just say I think I should go."
"Ok." She smiled. "Go get ready then."
"But I-"
"Don't argue with me. God's the one who gave you the verse. What was it anyway?"
"Ummm....something like, 'Go. And the Lord be with you.'"
The End.
Now, personally, I really don't like arguing with God. He always wins. And, once you think about, He always will. So, If you take my opinion, don't. I still haven't learned it's absolutely futile. Every once in while I'll find myself blaming HIm for something I know is probably just part of the bigger scheme. Sometimes it's hard to accept the part given to you. You're the either the star of the show or just an extra. But remember. Extra's are important. After all, what would the whole dramatic world do without them. They're willing stepping-stones, always looking at the bigger picture. And helping. Always helping.
Getting ready to go,
~Stac
13.7.10
Impossibilities Are His Delight
“We have a God who delights in impossibilities.” ~Andrew Murray
Now that is something to stop and think on.
There are many instances in our lives when, by instinct, we know what to do…Your reading an amazing book, and need to pause, you mark or save the page. Your writing something in Word, or Pages, and you save it (I always forget this, but that is just me.) You make sure you have your Drivers Permit before going out. Your cell phone is dead: you charge it. Your little brother is crying- you locate an ice cream bar.
There are just automatic responses to some things, but others: requires a second thought. The times when you debate with yourself about what is right, what your friend think, or how it will it affect you later. Those are the times when it gets harder, and when your first instinct, may not be the correct route to take, ya know what I mean? That’s why God tells us to ask Him when we don’t know what to do, and stop and think. “He Delights in impossibilities.” That means its His favorite thing to do! To reveal Himself to us and others around us-in the most miraculous ways.
Some choices will affect more then you know….and some bring pain, too. In times of grief or tough situations, we tend to forget this and just go for what ‘seems’ right. Pain blinds our perspectives and makes everything look fuzzy. That’s why instead of plowing ahead, we gotta think. And ask. And pray.
I walked a mile with Pleasure,
She chatted all the way;
But left me none the wiser
For all she had to say.
I walked a mile with Sorrow,
And ne’er a word said she;
But, oh, the things I learned from her
When sorrow walked with me
There’s something to add to the stash of insight ;)
Blessings,
Bri
Now that is something to stop and think on.
There are many instances in our lives when, by instinct, we know what to do…Your reading an amazing book, and need to pause, you mark or save the page. Your writing something in Word, or Pages, and you save it (I always forget this, but that is just me.) You make sure you have your Drivers Permit before going out. Your cell phone is dead: you charge it. Your little brother is crying- you locate an ice cream bar.
There are just automatic responses to some things, but others: requires a second thought. The times when you debate with yourself about what is right, what your friend think, or how it will it affect you later. Those are the times when it gets harder, and when your first instinct, may not be the correct route to take, ya know what I mean? That’s why God tells us to ask Him when we don’t know what to do, and stop and think. “He Delights in impossibilities.” That means its His favorite thing to do! To reveal Himself to us and others around us-in the most miraculous ways.
Some choices will affect more then you know….and some bring pain, too. In times of grief or tough situations, we tend to forget this and just go for what ‘seems’ right. Pain blinds our perspectives and makes everything look fuzzy. That’s why instead of plowing ahead, we gotta think. And ask. And pray.
I walked a mile with Pleasure,
She chatted all the way;
But left me none the wiser
For all she had to say.
I walked a mile with Sorrow,
And ne’er a word said she;
But, oh, the things I learned from her
When sorrow walked with me
There’s something to add to the stash of insight ;)
Blessings,
Bri
12.7.10
Where Are My Wings?
Where Are My Wings?
Yesterday afternoon, Stac and I were peacefully each engrossed in a new book…As we poured over our fiction in the living room, suddenly: “BA-BOOM!!!” came as an impound shook the ceiling above. We both looked at each other calmly, and I said, “Well. Somebody just tried to fly.”(We returned to our reading.) You know those great memories you try to block out. I tried multiple times to fly-leaping from high objects and spreading my ‘wings.’ Stac, do you remember the incident with the laundry basket? Yeahh…..Um….thats another epic fail which we’ll save for another time.
Sometimes, even as the “brightest crayons in the box” that we believe ourselves to be as teens-we have ‘epic fails’ too. Now, if I had been the ideal child, I would have asked if it would work. But most of the time, kids don’t ask if things will work before they attempt. And then there’s a problem-whether bruised knees are involved, or, as we get older, broken dreams and aching hearts.
Most of the times we get ourselves into a dilemma, its because of our will and pride. Next time your parents say ‘no’….don’t get bent out of shape. There are somethings in this life that we don’t see from our perspectives, and only a fall would be involved. And usually shakes more then the ceiling. Maybe we need to look for more than a landing spot. Maybe we need to look for Someone who can get us there….There’s some deep insight.
Blessings,
Bri
PS Today, pray for safe travels as the Generations of Virtue Team heads out to the CA and AZ conventions. Here’s the link of GOV’s Travel Schedule: http://www.generationsofvirtue.org/read.php?tag=calendar
Yesterday afternoon, Stac and I were peacefully each engrossed in a new book…As we poured over our fiction in the living room, suddenly: “BA-BOOM!!!” came as an impound shook the ceiling above. We both looked at each other calmly, and I said, “Well. Somebody just tried to fly.”(We returned to our reading.) You know those great memories you try to block out. I tried multiple times to fly-leaping from high objects and spreading my ‘wings.’ Stac, do you remember the incident with the laundry basket? Yeahh…..Um….thats another epic fail which we’ll save for another time.
Sometimes, even as the “brightest crayons in the box” that we believe ourselves to be as teens-we have ‘epic fails’ too. Now, if I had been the ideal child, I would have asked if it would work. But most of the time, kids don’t ask if things will work before they attempt. And then there’s a problem-whether bruised knees are involved, or, as we get older, broken dreams and aching hearts.
Most of the times we get ourselves into a dilemma, its because of our will and pride. Next time your parents say ‘no’….don’t get bent out of shape. There are somethings in this life that we don’t see from our perspectives, and only a fall would be involved. And usually shakes more then the ceiling. Maybe we need to look for more than a landing spot. Maybe we need to look for Someone who can get us there….There’s some deep insight.
Blessings,
Bri
PS Today, pray for safe travels as the Generations of Virtue Team heads out to the CA and AZ conventions. Here’s the link of GOV’s Travel Schedule: http://www.generationsofvirtue.org/read.php?tag=calendar
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