21 – Day 20

Add comment January 31st, 2009 05:30pm charlie

Well, it’s almost over. I must confess that I am looking forward to a good, hot, strong, perfect cup of coffee tomorrow after church!

But more than that,  I am grateful for what God has shown me during these 3 weeks of fasting and prayer.  He is showing me His provision in several ways that are just astounding. I am excited to see where He will lead me as a Pastor, husband and father, and where He will lead Liberty Hill as His hands and feet in Canton and beyond. His vision is perfect, and I pray to see even a glimpse…

Blessings, Charlie

PS – Don’t jump right back into Buffalo Wings and chocolate sundaes all at once – you will hurl.

21 – Day 17

Add comment January 28th, 2009 11:31am charlie

Our missionary from India, Fred Osborne, came to visit us at the office today. He shared his ministry challenges and his heart for the lost of India. Christians are under heavy persecution in many parts of that country, and many have died for their faith in Christ.

And as I listened, I was ashamed. What have I given for the Kingdom that compares? Who am I next to these heroes of the faith?

And God reminded me, “You are mine, and you are where I have placed you, for such a time as this.”

God is so good. Tell someone. Blessings, Charlie

21 – Day 16

Add comment January 27th, 2009 09:29am charlie

God’s Grace has been very evident to me today. I saw his provision in a powerful way this morning, and praise Him for people who seek to be centered in His will (even when it makes no sense!).

I also confess that I have REALLY wanted a cup of coffee today. I have not had one, but I did grab Susan’s cup at work and inhale the heavenly vapors. That helped.

I guess it’s OK to have these human cravings, and if I did break down and have a cup, God would just smile – and forgive. How cool is that?

I pray that your week 3 is full of His blessings. Pastor Charlie

21 – Day 10

Add comment January 21st, 2009 06:00pm charlie

Well, as I see it we are halfway through our fast. I feel like it just started.

I must confess that I have not been as ‘Still’ on some days that I know I should be – can you relate? I literally have to write it on my ‘To Do’ list to make it a priority. But that’s me – I hope you are finding a way to ‘Be Still’ in your fast and prayer journey.

Blessings, Charlie

21 – Day 9

1 comment January 20th, 2009 05:42pm charlie

Have you noticed how many people are sick lately? It seems that ever since we began our time of fasting and prayer, since we began deliberately seeking God’s will, Satan has been busy. I mentioned that you should expect to be attacked in my sermon 2 Sundays ago, but I didn’t figure that 2/3 of the staff would get sick the first week!

Please keep our church staff in your prayers, not only for their health, but for their spiritual strength as well. This is a wonderful team of dedicated servants, and this year is going to rock! We want to welcome Jason Gaglione as our new worship leader too!

Fruit smoothies are really good. Blessings, Charlie

21 – Day 6

Add comment January 17th, 2009 01:31pm charlie

Tomorrow is Sunday, and I am finishing the sermon that the Lord has laid on my heart. It is easier to hear Him when I am ’still’ – have you noticed that this week?

Alice made a killer batch of veggie spaghetti sauce, which we are enjoying over toasted all natural whole grain bread – fabulous!

I have discovered a late afternoon snack that really energizes. All natural Peanut butter mixed with pure honey. It is great on a Triscuit or even better on fresh cut celery sticks. Trust me.

I did not not BLOG on day 5 – the day just got away. Can you relate?

I hope to see you in church tomorrow – blessings, Charlie

21 – Day 4

2 comments January 15th, 2009 11:12am charlie

What a great day – NO Headache! Yes, my friends, the Lord has led me through the valley and into a very good place. He is GOOD!

I hope and pray that you, too, are ‘over the hump’ that sometimes comes at the beginning of a fast. It is difficult to give up our ‘comfort’ foods and step out on faith – way to go! Write down how you feel Right Now in your journal – and thank Him!

I want to say what a blessing it is to be part of a church that seeks the Lord. May you feel His smile today! Blessings, Charlie

21 – Day 3

1 comment January 14th, 2009 12:14pm charlie

Is it just me, or are there a lot of food commercials on TV? Hot, tasty, tempting foods of all kinds – and NONE of them on my list of Daniel Fast Foods! My friends, Satan works in advertising!

I must admit that the headaches were pretty rough, but today I am doing much better. I made a fabulous brown rice and veggie stir fry that Alice and I both really enjoy, and popcorn helps take the edge off (no butter, of course).

I have enjoyed reading and digging deep in the Word – that really helps! I hope you are finding the same.

Blessings and happy ‘fast food’, Charlie

21 – Day 2

1 comment January 13th, 2009 07:43am charlie

The Lord is Good! I am especially grateful for His divine inspiration to whoever invented Advil. What a blessing!

I discovered that Waffle House grits are pretty satisfying, even without butter.

I have discovered that it is harder to read when you have a headache – BUT very rewarding.

Happy Day 2, blessings, Pastor Charlie

21 – Day 1

3 comments January 12th, 2009 11:33am charlie