Monday, November 24, 2008

bobbie michelle [=


Who is this you ask? This is Bobbie Michelle Brewer. She has been a friend of mine since i was 5 years old and she was 4. Me and her were on the same baseball team and the same Girl Scout troop. She is no longer with us... Bobbie passed away in a tragic car accident the morning of August 2, 2008. Bobbie was one of the reasons i became a Christian. She and a couple of other friends begged and begged me to go to church with them, and she was quite constintant about it too. Bobbie is a strong Christian with an amazing heart, every knew she loved the Lord with all her heart and no matter what she did good or bad, we know she was a believer of God and we know where she is now. This kid was only 14 when she passed away, she would of been 15 4 weeks later. We dont always understand why God takes people from us, especially at that age. Such a young innocent age and its very sad. I miss this girl more then anyone could understand. Were we really that close, no we werent, but she is part of the reason i am who i am today. You would never know how thankful i am for that. God wanted Bobbie in heaven &&& im happy she's up there instead of on this sinful world. Bobbie wasnt perfect, like us she made mistakes, mistakes most teenagers make at least once in there life, but Bobbie wasnt as lucky as most teeens, the mistake that she made ended up causing her own death, and a death of another 14 year old. Do we blame her for making the mistakes she did, in a way yes, she had total control of that night, those events could of easily been avoidable, but they werent, Bobbie was such a smart girl and she was amazing, she was so funny, like the way she ate a pickle was priceless, so if you ever see me eating a pickle in an unusual form and you ask what im doing, i will simply answer im eating a pickle "bobbie style" =] Its funny what we realize after someones gone. That we realize the important stuff that we should of thanked them for when it happend. Now its to late to see thank you even though she already knows it. Theres never a day that i dont think of her, hear her laugh, see her beautiful smile, but i know God is experiencing it and i know she is way better in heaven. I love you Bobbie, thank you for changing my life.
R.I.P
Bobbie Michelle Brewer
8/30/93---8/2/08

Please continue to pray for her family and friends.
Her family is so broken her parents are trying to be strong but its an everyday struggle for them as you could imagin
We are getting by some better off then others but we are pulling through, we know she's in a better place and thats whats keeping everyone sane.

Sunday, November 23, 2008

I LIED =D

I know i said i wasnt going to post until i got home but a video in church hit me hard today... It was about this homeless man who was so thankful for God and for everything he provides us with in life and on Thanksgiving...
So when we think of Thanksgiving we think of the Pilgrims and Indians and how they celebrated together and what not... and also when we think of Thanksgiving we think of turkey and dressing and all the fixings...
Open your eyes people... none... i repeat NONE of this would be possible without God. We all know that... but do we really express it over Thanksgiving.. the holidays are hectic... God understands that.. but that doesnt mean you push him out of your life when something gets hard.. Your not only doing this to eat a good turkey or to spend time with family..but your doing it for God... give thanks to all he has done for us and will continue to do...

2 Corinthians 8:9
For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though eh was rich. yet for your sakes he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich.


2 Corinthians 9:7
Each man should gibe what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

These verses really jumped out at me... maybe because every verse in the bible hits me in some shape, form or fashion but nevertheless... its great lol
Thanksgiving is all about giving thanks... to your past and present to your family and friends... and especially to God and Jesus Christ.. if it wasnt for them we wouldnt have this amazing holiday to celbrate...


Friday, November 21, 2008

HOUSTON BABYYY!

Well i leave for houston at 7:30 in the morning =[
but its ok cuz its worth it bc i am soo ready to see my family down there.
plz pray for me as i travel, last time i flew it was the worst flight ever... followed by the worst day ever so yeahh... hopefully this time it will be better. lol. i lost my voice a couple of days ago so hopefully i will have it back by tomorrow lol. ooo and btw i got an ipod touch. whooo =] haha
well i really dont plan on blogging till after i get back home so...
yeahh dont be expecting anything.
lol
well may God be with you through these holidays and may you have a safe and fun thanksgiving =D
in christ love- dannylyn

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

take a look at this!

Go to youtube.com or godtube.com and in the search box type in Lifehouse's everything skit. &&& watch the video. Its amazing, we first veiwed this in church last year maybe and everytime i watch it, it hits me hard, it show the struggles of everyday life. Who knows it might also change your life. Its not that long of a video, so when you have time, watch it, i promise you wont regret it.


Ok so i love music, i think almost everyone does. Alt. Christian is most deffff my fave. Some of the songs make me smile, some make me cry, and others effect me in ways i cant describe. Im going to post the lyrics to 2 of my current favorite songs right now and i think you should listen to them, they are so awesome =]

Set Me Free- Casting Crowns
It hasn't always been this way
I remember brighter days
Before the dark ones came
Stole my mind
Wrapped my soul in chains
Now I live among the dead
Fighting voices in my head
Hoping someone hears me crying in the night
And carries me away
Chorus:
Set me free of the chains holding me
Is anybody out there hearing me?
Set me free
Morning breaks another day
Finds me crying in the rain
All alone with my demons I am
Who is this man that comes my way?
The dark ones shriek
They scream His name
Is this the One they say will set the captives free?
Jesus, rescue me
Chorus:
Set me free of the chains holding me
Is anybody out there hearing me?
Set me Free
As the God man passes by
He looks straight through my eyes
The darkness cannot hide
Do you want to be free?
Lift your chainsI hold the key
All Power on Heaven and earth belong to me
(Repeat)
You are free
You are free
You are free
Freedom- Run Kid Run
All my chains
I can't disengage
And I don't believe that I want to
One hand sings your praise
The other brings me shame
I have selfishness to blame
Chorus:
And I'm singing for freedom
I know I'm not the only one Praying to the one
Who can bring me this freedom
I'm ready for change
Broken down I lay
I keep holding my chains
No long bound but here I stay
I scream Father please I need rescuing
I need You and You alone
Chorus:
And I'm singing for freedom
I know I'm not the only one Praying to the one
Who can bring me this freedom
I'm ready for (change)
Still You patiently await
Yet I won't just let go
I see You and You alone
Saying freedom
And so I'm singing for freedom
The time has come separation lost the war to love
Take my hand grace has found you where you once began
You're Alive!
You're Alive!
in the waking of new life
Take my hand in the end there's only love
There's only love
Chorus:
There's only singing for freedom
I know I'm not only one Praying to the One
Who can bring me this freedom
I'm ready for
I'm ready for...
Father please I need rescuing I need You and You alone
These songs are so powerful. &&& they are both about finding freedom in Christ. There great and absolutley amazing to listen to no matter what kind of mood your in.
Well thats enough for now.
in christ love- dannylynn =]

Monday, November 17, 2008

some people..

We have all been through hard times. Some more than others, but nevertheless we all know what its like to feel pain and to hurt, not only physically but emotionally as well. If your like me you let it get the best of you, you let the pain cut so deep that you just become a big ball of emotion waiting to explode. You dont take the time to calm down and look at the good in the bad situation, and if you are like me, God seems so distant, so unreal. As much as i hate to say it thats how i get. We have all heard the saying If He brings you to it He will bring you through it && that is so true, but its not all up to him. You choose to keep being sad and upset instead of saying ok God me and you are going to handle this in the way you would do so. God puts struggles in our life to make us stronger. He knows we can get through them eventually, he wouldnt put anything in our lives that we couldnt handle.
When we keep things bottled up inside, were like a ticking time bomb. Anything could set us off and we might do things that we regret. God wants us to cast our feelings upon him. He doesnt want us to keep things inside. He knows our struggles, he understands what we are going through, so why not tell him to get everything off your chest.
Joel 2:12-14- "Even now", declares the Lord, "Return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning." Rend your heart and not your garments. Return to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and compassionate,slow to anger and abounding in love, and to he relents from sending calamity. Who knows? He may turn and turn and have pity and leave behind a blessing-- grain offerings and drink offerings for the Lord your God.
He says it in the bible. He wants you to come and cry with him to share whatever you maybe feeling in your heart good or bad. He wants you to pray about it, he wants to help you get through whatever you might be going through,but he's a gentleman and he isnt gonna barge into your life and try to control things, thats up to you, its your decision whether you want God into your life, but i promise, you might think you can do it alone that you have everything under control, but you dont, God can do marvolous things in your life if you let Him.
The point i was trying to reach was go to God for help with your problems because in the end he is the only one who can help you.
in christ love- dannylynn [=

Saturday, November 15, 2008

Lincoln.... =]

So a couple of weeks ago. You totally made my day. Not only did i get an email from you, but a letter too! i must be one of the luckiest people alive. =]
i am super excited to spend thanksgiving with you and your family. I bet you have grown up so much since the last time i saw you. I bet we will have alot of fun. I just hope we dont eat to much. lol.
I have never been to your house before so you will have to give me a tour of it when i get there.
Well i just thought i would write you back on my blog because im not a good letter writer =]
tell your family i said hi and i love and miss them and i cant wait to see them.
I love you kiddo. =]


**this is for lincoln obviosly. A couple of weeks ago i got a email for him while i was at school and then when i got home there was a letter from him in my room. i was having a bad day and it just made me so happy to recieve these. i thought it would be cool to write him back through the blog lol. mainly cuz its easier and cheaper to send. i am going to houston in a week and i am super excited. and were going to dallas to see the fm4 i am so ready to get out of od its unreal. lol. well thts all for now. in christ love-danlyn

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

this kid..


This kid right here is Tobey.
He is basically my life. He is my nephew and he just happens to live right next door to me. Without him idk how i could even walk on this earth without a smile on my face. God gave me the greatest gift i have ever recieved when he was born. I was going through one of the hardest times of my life and just seeing him the day he was born gave me the hope and strength i needed to get through to where i am today. Anytime i am depressed or mad he can put a smile on my face. Anytime im going through a hard time he tells me everything will be ok and he gives me a big hug. This kid os one of the funniest kids i know. He could make you laugh even if u didnt have a sense of humor. My life without this kid wouldnt be right. Hes only 5 years old and i am closest to him out of my hole family. He's one of my best friends and i would do anything for him. God knew i needed this guy in my life and i am happy he gave him to me and my family. I love this kid with all my heart and one day when he is reading this i hope he knows it =]

Monday, November 10, 2008

Temptation

Temptation.
Many of my friends are leading the wrong lives, whether its partying,drugs are just doing stupid stuff in general. Leading a Christian life in the world today is a struggle, but its nothing that Gods not gonna help you get through, he knows what we face, the everday struggles that us humans go through. He knows everything before it happends... Living for God comes with responsibilities. How can we claim to be Christians if we dont lead Christian lives? Temptation is something alot of people struggle with, adults and teens every day are faced with decisions that can make our faith seem like a joke. Temptation can be anything that you might be pressured in to doing that you know isnt right. [not all cases but in the cases im talking about it is] Drinking, doing drugs, having sex, doing anything dumb that we know is wrong. Teenagers are faced with this alot more then adults but its always good to know.

Overcoming temptation.

Overcoming temptation can be quite difficult and it can be hard to make a decision. But God doesnt put anything in your way that he knows you cant handle. 1 Corinthians 10:13 says.."No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyong what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will aslso provide a way out so that you can stand up under it." Thats a powerful verse.. it really makes you think...all those times you were pressured into doing something..maybe you questioned God..why he didnt help you... He did help you.. easily could you of said no.. thats one of the many ways God helps you out.. in the end its your option, but dont say God wasnt there to help you choose, because he gave you an option.

Another way to over come it is to remember the command of God. Romans 6:13 says.." Do not offer any parts of your body to sin, as instruments of wickedness,but rather offer yourselves to God, as those who have been brought to death to life; and offer the parts of your bodyto him as instruments of rightousness"

All God wants from you is to live for him and hey thats the least we can do.. he sent his one and only son to die on the cross for our sins... he did that for us.. so we can live good lives and become his followers. He cares about each and every one of us and he wants nothing but the best for us.

Three things to remember..

  • OTHERS ARE FACING THE SAME THING. YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
  • GOD WONT LET THE TEMPTATION BECOME UNBEARABLE. NO MATTER HOW YOU FEEL,YOU CAN RESIST.
  • GOD WILL PROVIDE A WAY OUT. LOOK FOR AN ESCAPE HATCH!

I KNOW THIS WAS PROLLY VERY BORING TO READ, BUT I FELT THAT GOD WAS CALLING ME TO DO SO... I PLAN ON DOING A WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL AND IF YOU HAVE ANY RECOMMENDATIONS PLZ TELL ME. I DONT PLAN ON BLOGGING ONLY DEVOTIONALS BUT I WILL BE POSTING RANDOM THINGS LOL.

well thats all i have for now. lol

in christ love-dannylynn =]

Yeahhh

I finally decided to get a blog...haha i highly doubt anybody will read but hey its whatever. Idk how often i am going to update...guess it depends if anyone cares or not lol. Depending how often i blog im going talk about not only whats going on in my life but to share the word of God, and just to help spread the word ya know???
&&& if you dont like it then dont read it... =]
IN CHRIST LOVE-dannlynn =]