We went to church today. It was quite an experience. Although it was hot and a very long service, I enjoyed it. I didn't understand anything that was said, but I know that the other people there sure did. It was really awesome to see how on a whole different island people that speak a different language and live a different life would be able to worship the same God that we worship in our overly air-conditioned church.
It really put in perspective how great North Wake is. I think sometimes being there every Sunday puts you in a routine. A routine that sometimes tends to make you less aware of how much there is at North Wake. I love my church. I can't wait to become a member this year. I have so many people that I love there. People that are invested in my life and well being, family, best friends for 9 years..It really can't get much better.
And then of course there's always the occasional..choreographed dance.
Wait..what? Oh, you'll see..
You just witnessed a week of hardcore practice.
Ok just kidding, it was only several hours. But that's just another great thing to say about the relationships I have at North Wake. We can spend hours bonding..and dancing. And eating junk food. And talking about boys. It's really great.
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| The whole gang. |
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| Boy talk |
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| Junk food and post-rehearsal card game |
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| Best group I could ask for, honestly |
Even though I'm moving on to another part in my life and my youth group days are almost over, I could not have a better support system. And I am forever grateful for the amazing people and, Lord willing, life-long friends that I've made through His Church.
Looking out at the ocean everyday, especially at sunset, is a great reminder that this world is God's and we're just here for Him. It's hard to live that way. Because the food is good, the weather is nice, we have some really great friends-it's really easy to lose track of why we're here when life is comfortable.
But let me tell you..waking up to this will put you right back in your place.
This double rainbow stretched from the water over past the other side of the house. God is so gracious in the timing of His reminders.
xKassiex
Love it. No just because I am in it but it was heart felt and I love that the focus is rightly on Him. This is His world. it's definately not ours either because we are told we a re Aliens... our home is elsewhere!!
ReplyDeleteThank you! It's a great reminder all the time! We're here for Him only.
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