Tuesday, November 15, 2005

Chuck E Cheese's

My son's thinking can be so amusing. The things he figures out are too funny. He is four. He loves to go to Chuck E Cheese's. Today he told me. Mom, I think that the Chuck E Cheese that shakes your hand is just a real person dressed up like Chuck E Cheese. I said "Why do you say that?" He says," because all people are real." Then he tells me that he wants to hit Chuck E Cheese with a big stick and see if he is made of Candy. Like he's a big pinata....oh well.





Friday, November 11, 2005


What is going on in Melissa's World?

Emily is starting to walk! Travis just got back from an unsuccessful hunting trip. Nathan is doing well! Smart as a whip and learning more everyday. I am still employed at the same place thus far.

Praise be to God for His many Blessings on our family!

"Remember Me"

Lately I have become concerned about the people I represent. I no longer see the Pride in your eyes that I once seen when I traveleddown your streets in the Veterans Day parades and on the 4th of July. The people that once saluted me and those that held their hand over their heart as I passed now just look around to see whatothers are doing.

Could it be that they don't see me? This is what it must be, because I haven't changed. I am still the same flag that accompanied so many of our countrymen as they defended this great country.

As I wave in the breeze I am waving for each and ever one of them.I represent the people of this country and not the disappointmentyou may have with our Government. I have never had a vote in anything.I stand for the freedom that the people have given to this country.
You are the heroes, not the Government.

You are the ones that go to work each day and do what is necessaryto see that the children have clothes and shoes and plenty of food.
That is why I call you heroes. This is the spirit that I represent.
This is why I was created, as a constant reminder to the people ofAmerican that with pride in our country and a strong belief in God we can over come any obstacle that is put in our path. We are still the greatest country in the world. WE ARE AMERICA.

So the next time you pass by me just give me a wink or allow a
glimmer of pride or just a simple wave to let all the soldiers that
have died so you can live free and I can fly free will know that theirsacrifice was not in vain.

Your Flag


Wednesday, November 09, 2005

Stop the ACLU

The link below is a commercial about Stop the ACLU and Court Zero.

http://www.courtzero.org/acluweb2.wmv

Please sign this petition to stop the use of taxpayer funds to support the
ACLU by following the link below the text of the petition.

STOP TAXPAYER FUNDING OF THE ACLU

WHEREAS, the American Civil Liberties Union (the ACLU) has shown itself to
be hostile to religious expression by private citizens and the civil rights
of people of faith; and

WHEREAS, the ACLU has declared war on the Boy Scouts of America, the
military of the United States, Christmas displays, public buildings that
display the Ten Commandments, and many other American traditions; and

WHEREAS, the United States Congress, roughly thirty years ago, passed a
provision in United States Code section 1988 that requires taxpayers to pay
attorneys in civil rights cases; and

WHEREAS, the ACLU has abused that law to make untold millions of dollars
simply by suing boy scouts, school children, military academies, cities and
towns, with the goal of punishing any who dare to exercise their First
Amendment right to religious freedom and expression; and

WHEREAS, the vast majority of taxpayers do not want to be forced to pay the
ACLU to sue their neighbors and friends in the ACLU's efforts to strip
America of all signs of faith; and

WHEREAS, the Establisment Clause of the First Amendment was not contemplated
when USC section 1988 was passed;

THEREFORE, the People of the United States call upon their Congress to amend
USC section 1988 so that hostile special interest groups such as the ACLU
can no longer be granted taxpayer money to attack Americans and their
institutions.

We, The People, call upon our elected representatives to amend USC section
1988 so that fees are not awarded to the ACLU or any other plaintiff in
Establisment Clause cases. We wish for the Free Expression Clause to
implicate at least the same financial incentives as attacks upon faith
currently have.

I would like you to visit the following online campaign, by iPetitions:
http://www.ipetitions.com/campaigns/ACLU

And urge your Congressmen and U.S. Senators to pass HR 2679.

Thanks.

Monday, July 25, 2005

I Refuse To Be Discouraged

I refuse to be discouraged, To be sad, or to cry; I refuse to be downhearted, And here's the reason why...
I have a God who's mighty, Who's sovereign and supreme; I have a God who loves me, And I am on His team.
He is all wise and powerful, Jesus is His name; Though everything is changeable, My God remains the same.
My God knows all that's happening; Beginning to the end, His presence is my comfort, He is my dearest friend.
When sickness comes to weaken me, To bring my head down low, I call upon my mighty God; Into His arms I go.
When circumstances threaten To rob me from my peace; He draws me close unto His breast, Where all my strivings cease.
And when my heart melts within me, And weakness takes control; He gathers me into His arms, He soothes my heart and soul.
The great "I AM" is with me, My life is in His hand, The "Son of the Lord" is my hope, It's in His strength I stand.
I refuse to be defeated, My eyes are on my God; He has promised to be with me, As through this life I trod.
I'm looking past all my circumstances, To Heaven's throne above; My prayers have reached the heart of God, I'm resting in His love.
I give God thanks in everything, My eyes are on His face; The battle's His, the victory is mine; He'll help me win the race.

One Sentence Sermons

Be Fishers of Men.... You catch 'em, He'll clean 'em.
A family altar can alter a family.
A lot of kneeling will keep you in good standing.
Don't put a question mark where God put a period.
Don't wait for six strong men to take you to church.
Exercise daily. Walk with the Lord!
Forbidden fruits create many jams.
Give God what's right, not what's left!
Give Satan an inch and he'll be a ruler.
God doesn't call the qualified; He qualifies the called.
God grades on the cross, not the curve.
God loves everyone, but probably prefers "fruits of the spirit" over "religious nuts."
God promises a safe landing, not a calm passage.
Having truth decay? Brush up on your Bible!
He who angers you, controls you!
He who is good at making excuses is seldom good for anything else.
He who kneels before God can stand before anyone!
Kindness is difficult to give away because it keeps coming back.
Most people want to serve God, but only in an advisory capacity.
Never give the devil a ride! He will always want to drive!
Nothing ruins the truth like stretching it.
Plan ahead. It wasn't raining when Noah built the ark.
"Pray" is a four letter word that you can say anywhere.
Prayer - Don't give God instructions - just report for duty!
The Will of God will never take you to where the Grace of God will not protect you.
This Church is "Prayer Conditioned!"
To be almost saved is to be totally lost.
WARNING: Exposure to the Son may prevent burning!
Watch your step carefully! Everyone else does!
We don't change the message; the message changes us.
We set the sail; God makes the wind.
We're too blessed to be depressed.
Wisdom has two parts: 1) Having a lot to say. 2) Not saying it.

Monday Evening

Well, here I am again. Travis is golfing with his league. Emily is sleeping. Nathan is watching cartoons. I am thinking about Jesus. How can I be more like Him? I so want to Bless His Name and not bring shame to Him. I love Him so much. He loves me so much. He is truly Glorious. Worthy of all Praise Honor and Adoration. Moreover, how can I share His Love with you? He is trustworthy. He'll never leave you or forsake you. He is waiting with arms open wide for you to call on His Name.

Sunday, July 24, 2005

God Is Faithful and True

Do you know the Lord Jesus, Friend? I promise you He is Faithful and True. In fact those are two of His names. Whatever you are going through in your life, if He is at your side, you will make it through. It won't be easy. I would never lie about that. He said that in this life we would have tribulation, but we would never be alone, if we trust in Him. Do you know Abraham's story, Joseph's, Hannah's? How about Tammy Trent's? God has proven Himself to be Faithful to His people.

Repent of your sins today, Friend. Today is the day of Salvation. Time is growing short. Your days were numbered in His book long before you were ever born. Come to Jesus, his yoke is light and his burden is easy. He loves you! He died for you! He rose again and now sits at the Right Hand of God interceeding for you! What are you waiting for?

John 3:16 says "For God so loved the people He created, that He gave His One and Only Son that whoever believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life."

Pray now!

Father God, I believe in you, I believe that I am a sinner. I believe that you are Faithful and True, Merciful and Good. Please forgive me for my transgressions. Lord Jesus, thank you for paying for my sins with Your own Blood. Please come into my heart. Make me a new creature. In Jesus name, I pray.



Friend,
If you believe on the name of Jesus, the angels in Heaven are rejoicing that your name has been written in the Lamb's Book of Life. Find a body of believers in a Bible Based congreation to join. The enemy will come against you even at this moment reminding you of every sin you have ever committed! Remind him of his future. He will spend eternity in damnation, while you will be spending eternity with Almighty God!

This prayer is for you:

Father God in the name of Jesus, I pray for our new family member. Bless this person mightily with faith and confidence in You, Oh God. Give this person strength to stand on Your Word, disregarding the lies of the enemy. Help this person, find a body of believers to support him or her as he or she learns to become more like you. Thank you for another name written in your Book of Life. Amen.

Friday, July 22, 2005

Women of Faith

On my way to Women of Faith conference today. It should be a great time. We have a group of 24 going! We'll be doing some shopping, some eating and then hearing great worship music and encouragement from the Word of God! The speakers are Sheila Walsh, Marilyn Meberg, Patsy Clairmont, Nicole Johnson, Luci Swindoll, and Thelma Wells. Music by CeCe Winans and Tammy Trent. Ladies, I would highly recommend attending one of these conferences. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll have a great time!

The downside, I will be leaving my 9 month old daughter overnight for the first time since she was born. Their dad will take good care of them, but it is still hard for me to be away from my family. I'll just leave them all in God's capable hands and see them when I return!

God bless!

Thursday, July 21, 2005

Church Marquee Signs

The best vitamin for a Christian is B1.

Under same management for over 2000 years!

Soul food served here.

Tithe if you love Jesus! Anyone can honk!

Don't wait for the hearse to take you to church.

Don't give up. Moses was once a basket case.

Life has many choices. Eternity has two. What's yours?

Worry is interest paid on trouble
before it is due.

Wal-Mart isn't the only saving place!

Prevent truth decay. Brush up on your Bible.

It's hard to stumble when you're
down on your knees.

What part of "Thou Shalt Not"
don't you understand?

A clear conscience makes a soft pillow.

The wages of sin is death.
Repent before payday.

Never give the devil a ride.
He will always want to drive.

Can't Sleep? Try counting your blessings.

Forbidden fruit creates many jams.

Christians, keep the faith...but not from others!

Satan subtracts and divides.
God adds and multiplies.

To belittle is to be little.

Don't let the littleness in others
bring out the littleness in you.

God answers knee-mail.

Try Jesus. If you don't like Him,
the devil will always take you back.


Nathan's plan

My four year old has his life planned out. He is going to marry his "girlfriend" Grace (who is also 4). He wants to be a teacher, firefighter, pilot, astronaut, gardner, doctor, & a daddy. He also wants to be a "star" and "be in a show." He loves music and loves to dance. He's a problem solver, though some of his solutions are not realistic, except to a pre-schooler's way of thinking. His vocabulary is very advanced for his age. He love's to read books, although I actually do the reading.

Thank you Lord God for the Blessing of my little man!

Wednesday, July 20, 2005

A Dilemma

I have a pen pal in Taiwan. I would like to send her a package of things from America....my problem is that most things are "Made in China!"

Hmm.

Something new

Just thought I would try something new! I've seen these things and thought it would be fun. I have two beautiful children and a great husband. We live in Michigan. The weather is very hot this summer!