Hearing God - Online Article

Hearing God's Voice

God's Will Quote

"God guides us first through his Word, then through our heartfelt desires, then the wise counsel of others, and then our circumstances. At that point we must rely on our own sound judgment… . God gave each of us a brain, and he expects us to put it to good use."

Bruce K. Waltke, Finding the Will of God

The Voice Of God

And he ( Elijah) came thither unto a cave, and lodged there; and, behold, the word of the LORD came to him, and he said unto him, What doest thou here, Elijah? And he said, I have been very jealous for the LORD God of hosts: for the children of Israel have forsaken thy covenant, thrown down thine altars, and slain thy prophets with the sword; and I, even I only, am left; and they seek my life, to take it away. And he said, Go forth, and stand upon the mount before the LORD. And, behold, the LORD passed by, and a great and strong wind rent the mountains, and brake in pieces the rocks before the LORD; but the LORD was not in the wind: and after the wind an earthquake; but the LORD was not in the earthquake: And after the earthquake a fire; but the LORD was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice. And it was so, when Elijah heard it, that he wrapped his face in his mantle, and went out, and stood in the entering in of the cave. And, behold, there came a voice unto him, and said, What doest thou here, Elijah? I Kings 19:9-13

Act

"Do what you know you should do, and you will know what to do. God clarifies in the midst of obedience, not beforehand." Erwin McManus

The Call Of God And The Word Of God

Back From The Texas Trip

The Nethery's are back from our venture to TX. We had a really good time visiting with High School friends and their families, seeing and hanging out with relatives, driving almost 4000 miles, and staying the night in 10 different places. We lived out of the back of the van for most of the trip and became very good at loading and unloading the van. During our time to and from TX we had many naps, laughs, meals and discussions in the Toyo. While in the great state we had many naps, laughs, meals and discussions. Gracious friends and family allowed us to step into their lives and enjoy their homes and company. What a blessing. What a priveledge it was to visit with people who are loving, solid, caring individuals.

I thank my God every time I remember you. Phillipians 1:3

Blogging Vacation

I am taking a blog break until the week of August 8th. Please look at older post for words, pics and videos of encouragement.

It Is Well With My Soul

Stay At It

History does not teach fatalism. There are moments when the will of a handful of free men breaks through determinism and opens up new roads. ~ Charles de Gaulle

Question?

What does freedom mean to you and your family?

Freedom Speech Lines - LOL

Emancipation - Emily Dickinson

No rack can torture me,
My soul's at liberty
Behind this mortal bone
There knits a bolder one

You cannot prick with saw,
Nor rend with scymitar.
Two bodies therefore be;
Bind one, and one will flee.

The eagle of his nest
No easier divest
And gain the sky,
Than mayest thou,

Except thyself may be
Thine enemy;
Captivity is consciousness,
So's liberty.

TX - Anticipation - Planning

My family is traveling to TX to visit with family and friends in late July and early August. We chose the hottest time of the year so that we would want to come back to green VA. The itinerary is completed and anticipation is amping up as we visit with one another about the trip so we can make the most of the time visiting with friends and family. Anticipation is a spectacular part of life.

The Power Of One

“Catch on fire with enthusiasm and people will come for miles to watch you burn.” John Wesley

Website Worth Browsing

Freedom In Christ

A Soilder's Creed

My 17 year old son recently pre-enlisted into the United States Army. I Found this creed looking through the family/parent information packet he received.

Drive By Praying

I received a voicemail earlier this week from a friend who was driving by the property of Horizon Community Church. His voicemail was very positive and he wanted me to now that he was praying for me and the church as he drove by - A Drive By Praying. He and I have been practicing this type of praying for years. It is simple yet it is a form of intercessory prayer. Praying for others, thinking about others, praying beyond yourself, recognizing that God really can do great things, greater than we ask or even can imagine. Drive By Praying is a great way to offer a short, focused and positive prayer for the sake of another and for the sake of God's Kingdom. It is also a way to encourage other people as they seek to share Jesus Christ with others.

Meet To Motivate

Don't have a meeting if you don't have a real reason to meet that will help people perform better as individuals and as a group. Meetings that don't do that undermine motivation. Motivating People

Freedom - The 4th Is Near

The Essential Church

No cookie-cutter formula exists. Each church reaches a unique
community. But we believe the four-phase essential model applies
to any church. Simplify—the church develops a clear structure
and process for making disciples. Deepen—the church provides
strong biblical teaching and preaching. Expect—the church has
an attitude that communicates to its members that they must be
committed to the local congregation. Multiply—the church has
an outward focus, driving to reach people for Christ and starting
new churches.