Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley was, to many people, an idol. They looked up to him and tried to be like him. He was a great musician, many people knew him. He has been dead for a number of years now, but is still remembered. His music and what he did has been passed down to children and grandchildren alike. How long will he be remembered? Probably many years from now. As I listen to people talk about hearing him speak and sing, I wonder what it would be like to hear him myself. All this leads me to another thought, there was another man who brings even more awe to his crowds  than Elvis Presley. Thousands of people came from all around just to hear Jesus speak. What would it be like to hear him speak? Certainly more interesting than Elvis Presley. Why is it then that people would prefer Elvis? I think because Elvis had great stories, Jesus had great Truth. People want a good time without being corrected. With Elvis they can say "That is what he did but I think he was wrong.", With Jesus they cannot do this.

A True Friend

I have a friend, He is always their when I need him. I have known him personally for 12 years now. He has been their with me through the good times and the bad. The hurts and the rejoicing. When I have a problem He is there to listen and always has the best advice. His Dad Wrote a book and it is wonderful, over a million copies have been sold. He has given me gifts before and loves to surprise me. If I need a shoulder to cry on He is always there. Even though He is an old friend of mine He never ceases to amaze me. I am always learning something new when I talk to Him. His name is Jesus Christ, and He is always looking for new a friend. If you need a True Friend I can introduce you to him. Let us bow our heads and Pray. He is waiting on YOU.

Sometimes The Truth Can Make Us Mad

Many people don't like truth because it makes them mad. It shows them were they are wrong, it tells them what they don't want to hear. They want life to be happy all the time and not take it in the bad. Most people want to be right all the time when, truth is, they can't always be right!

My God is still in control!

Today is a beautiful day even though the wind is a bit chilly. I am sitting here with a blanket across my lap, my favorite dress on, and family all around. We are having church, we are all happy, we are all in good health, we are all safe. My Father just shared with me that Gaddafi, leader of Libya, has given his civilians weapons to fight, and that he wont give up even to the end.

Let me back up a little bit. Not long ago, Egypt had protesters against a government that was controlling, also another country the same. They are both now out from under that government. Libya saw what these other countries were able to do working together as one, but Gaddafi refuses to step down. He started murdering protesters, and now the United Nations and the United States are at war with Libya. More to protect the people of Libya from their leader, Gaddafi.

So I am sitting here with family, clothes, and happy. Then I start to wonder what they are going through. Do they have Jesus? Most of them... probably not . Are they innocent? Most of them... yes. So they have to go through all this turmoil and watch as all this happens to their country that they have known all their lives. Are they happy? Probably not. Do they have clothes? Maybe not. Do they have their family members? Not all. Are they safe? No. I sit here and feel helpless. What can I do for my country as well as theirs? Life is a precious thing that is taken for granted all to many times. Innocent people have lost their life. Should we do anything since we are safe? Of Course! They don't have blankets and clothes always at hand! You ask "What should we do?". First of all we must Pray! Pray for our troops over seas, Pray for our troops who are still on our soil. Pray for the troops of other countries. Pray for our citizens, Pray for citizens all over the world. Pray for the citizens of Libya, Pray for Gaddafi.

In the Bible Saul went around killing people for their beliefs and thought nothing about it. One day while Saul was traveling God appeared to him and changed his life. He became blind for a while, He sought after God, and God restored his sight. Then after his name was changed to Paul, God used him to change the lives of many people. If he did that with Saul, then why can he not do that with Gaddafi?  He is still just as Marvelous, Powerful, and Loving. He has performed miracles before so why not now?

Last of all we should Pray that God will lead the rest of us in where we are to help. He could just want you to be in continual prayer, sent to the front lines of battle, or somewhere in between. We all have a purpose, even if it seems to be as small as a smile, it can make a big difference. So sitting here safe and sound my heart is with those on the front lines, those that are in their homes scared, with Gaddafi as he continues on. For myself I am going to start by praying and see where God wants me. Will you join me in Praying? God has done so much, I Believe HE can perform yet another miracle. God will never let go of us, through the calm times and through the storms. No matter where we are or what is going on. Hallelujah for my all-loving and all-powerful God still, and always will, reign in the High Heavens!!!

God Is Like Air

God is like air,
You can't see it but it's there.

God is like air,
Without it you will surely perish.

God is like air,
It is always provided but your decision whether or not to use it.

God i s like air,
Has unattainable strength and yet so gentle.

God is like air,
So free but has been abused.

God is like air,
Always with you even if you don't acknowledge it.

God is like air,
You can't see him but He's always there.

                                                                                      ~Katie Leah

Dreams

Anais Nin once said "Dreams are necessary to life."  It got me too thinking.... are dreams really necessary to life? Can you live without dreams? You can but how boring would that be. Yes, you can have goals, but dreams are more than that.  When you finally reach that goal it is a really good feeling; but when your dream finally comes true the joy you experience can't be described by words. I have known people who have dreamed dreams but then something happens, they slowly start letting it die, and before they know it dreams are considered "for kids" and have no meaning. Something I have asked many times is why do they let their dreams die? Is it because people tell them that dreams are useless, that what they dream will never come true, that their dreams are of no value. I have been in a position in my life where I could have given up my dream to become  missionary. Sitting in a hospital not even able to feed myself at 14, how could I possibly become a missionary? Well,  my family kept telling me that I shouldn't give up and they continued to pray for me. So with a lot of help and strength from God, I got out of the hospital way sooner than planned.  Two short years later I plan to go on my first missions trip to Panama City, Panama. Now, would I be coming to the point in my life where My dream is coming true, if family and friends hadn't encouraged me to pursue my dream? Maybe people let their there dreams die because no one encourages them to pursue their dreams. They think that they aren't good enough to chase.  If you see someone that you think might need a little encouraging in their dreams don't be afraid to speak out. You never know what they will accomplish.

                             So, are dreams necessary to life?     Yes, I would definitely say so!


                                                                                                    ~Katie Leah

"Jesus Wept" -John 11:35

Jesus Wept... Why was Jesus weeping? Was it because He missed his heavenly father, or because he knew he would soon leave us? Was it because the people persecuted Him, or because they didn't know any better? So many things could have been going on, and one would never know exactly what from only these two words..... Jesus wept!

                                                                                          ~Katie Leah

New Year

Every year we rush around
Not caring what everyone else is doing because we are too caught up in our own plans.
We constantly complain,
and we are never happy.

Holiday's come and go,
with barely any recognition.
We never notice who comes to celebrate
and once again complain about the mess we have to clean.

With Christmas we ask for a ton of stuff,
we get all we want,
we still are not satisfied,
the complaining continues.

In a lot of cases we dont realize how well off we are,
until something tragic happens,
then  we crash,
wondering what happened.

Where did the time go?
How did we miss it all?
Why did we stop caring?
When did it all start going this way?

this is a case that many people find themselves in,
and realize something
Life isn't about having the best clothes or things
but sharing it with the ones you love.

Not many people realize this until something happens
and they have a wake up call
Don't put yourself through something that can be prevented
look around and see what God has to offer.

He has already offered you his son,
and a life of eternity with him,
now all you have to do is believe
and let him lead the way.


                                                                                         ~Katie Parsons

Today

Hello world,
Hello sunlight.
Hello Birds,
And your beautiful sight.

Hello fresh air,
Hello breeze.
Enjoy the day,
Just look at the bees.

Enjoy the sunshine,
Enjoy your day.
Be a child,
And just go play.

Enjoy life,
Don't let it past.
Tomorrow's a gift,
That wont always last.

So enjoy your family,
Enjoy your friends.
Enjoy today,
Before it ends.


                  ~Katie Leah

Mothers

 Are mothers special,

Are mothers kind.

Are mothers something,

That will never leave your side.

Will mothers love you,

no matter what you do.

Are mothers everlasting,

 Is she special to you?

Are mothers awesome,

Are mothers cool.

Are mothers our friends,

Just like at school.

Yes they are,

And so much more.

My mother is awesome,

How about yours?

                                                        ~Katie Parsons