Thursday, June 26, 2014

This Picture

 In this picture of me, there is a 
necklace around my neck. It is a cross necklace that I got for my 17th birthday. However, the cross on this necklace means more to me than anything else that I have jewelry wise. Some would say that it's just for decoration or just a symbol. Some would say that it doesn't mean a thing to anyone. They couldn't be more wrong.........the necklace shows me everyday what Jesus did for me and for everyone on earth. He died for ME and MY SINS!!!!!!!!! He hung on that cross in pain for everyone even the worst of people. I never take this necklace off (except for a few times) because it gives me hope and reminds me of what God did. 
I receive many compliments on it most of the time, but that is beside the point. The point is that I am a Christian. I strive EVERYDAY to be better and better. This necklace that my parents gave me shows me that everyday, every afternoon, and every night. The cross isn't just for decoration or just a plain symbol. It is a sign of love, sacrifice, and a loving Heavenly Father. Without Jesus dying for my sins I would not have a relationship with God at all. None of us would actually if you sit and think about it. God is fair and shows justice to everyone, but because He loved us that much He sent His only son to die for us. *John 3:16* 
I feel like this picture shows off my necklace very well because you can really see the cross. I've had people tell me that it does not really mean much in our society today, and they're right in a way, but also wrong. It means something to me and it means something to my eternal life with Jesus Christ. I literally love my necklace and the fact that it reminds me daily. This is one piece of jewelry that has a deeper meaning than anything else in any stores or on any kind of online shopping. 

Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Vacation Bible School 2014

My church just recently had VBS last week. The theme was RISE and SHINE!!!!!!! 

                             This little light of mine I'm ganna let it shine 
                              This little light of mine I'm ganna let it shine let it shine let it shine let it shine. 
Sorry, I couldn't resist. Haha!! They talked about different types of "crowns"................ 
  • Crown of Life 
  • Crown of Righteousness
  • Crown of Glory 
  • Crown of Rejoicing 
  • Crown of Victory 
That's all five of the crowns. Anyway.......they talked about how when Jesus calls us to meet Him, He will give us our "Crowns." Man, seeing all those little kids worshiping our Lord and Savior gives me such an incredible and humble feeling. Even at the age of 4, when they have no care in the world they worship, pray, and listen. It was amazing! My group was 5th-6th grade, and they were amazing! I loved my group to death. They have such big hearts and love their Lord. 

 This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine.
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine.
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine.
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.

I'm gonna take this light around the world and I'm gonna
let it shine.
I'm gonna take this light around the world and I'm gonna
let it shine.
I'm gonna take this light around the world and I'm gonna

let it shine.
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.

This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine.
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine.
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine.
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.

I won't let anyone blow it out, I'm gonna let it shine.
I won't let anyone blow it out, I'm gonna let it shine.
I won't let anyone blow it out, I'm gonna let it shine.
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.

This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine.
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine.
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine.
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.

Every day, every day, I'm going to let my little light
shine.                                                    (http://www.lyrics.net/lyric/13924379)- source for the lyrics.

Keep SHINING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 
    -Lecie