Flying high like an…

Posted January 16, 2009

Some friends gave us two tickets to see ‘The Eagles’. That’s what I’m talking about! Glenn Fry opened the concert with ‘Welcome to the Eagles assisted living tour’. These guys may be old, but they still got something. (Kind of like me, I guess ; )Flying high like an...

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  1. My husband and I received tickets as well, we had amazing seats and a great time, the show was outstanding! It ended with DESPERADO, and a fist fight right in front of us. Apparently they didn’t know the lyrics!

    Comment by Molly — January 17, 2009 @ 1:07 pm

  2. I am soooooooooooooo jealous! But glad that you got to go!

    Comment by Jackie Hynd — January 18, 2009 @ 11:33 pm

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    Comment by Test — January 19, 2009 @ 10:45 am

  4. The day before our fast was to begin, I was called to Atlanta with news that my mother may be living out her last days. I knew it would be difficult to fast while staying with family and going through the very emotional time of loosing my mother. But, I asked for prayer from my children, not wanting to turn to food for comfort,and my husband and I began the fast on schedule. We are still continuing. The fast was my salvation during this very difficult time! I did not have to rely on my own strength, but focusing on the Holy Spirit to sustain me through each step of the way. My family said good-bye together (2boys and 2 girls along with their spouses), we celebrated a life well lived, and rejoiced in knowing that our mother is spending eternity with her Saviour. Thanks be to God, and our extended family at Seacoast!

    Comment by Linda Howard — January 20, 2009 @ 4:06 pm

  5. I always knew God had a great sense of humor, and when He designed the fast for us to increase in spiritual and physical healing, He cautiously left out the consequences of “Drawing Near to Himself. What an awesome experience!
    First, I want to thank you for taking the time to consider the Powerful blessing we would receive as an individual for accepting this challenge of uncompromising spiritual discipline. How in this world could we ever benefit other than being able to soar with the Almighty and His wonderful plans for us as Sea Coasters, Sisters, and Brothers in the Faith. Secondly, I want to say thank you for challenging ALL of us… many as small as we are… to seek God’s direction for this new, uncertain year.
    If I have learned nothing these last two weeks, it is that God is still in the business of healing. When I decided to take on this challenge, I thought it would be a good “spiritual project.” Little did I realize that God was waiting to prove Himself Faithful in rather interesting ways. From the first day I chose a diet plan, and made prayerful commitments regarding what I REALLY wanted out of these 21 days.. God met my expectations. He knew I was serious, and knew that desperate abandonment was surely where I knelt.
    I know everyone always says that feeling don’t count, and you can’t trust them spiritually. Well, … first! physically I feel healthy, clean, and alert. Spiritually I know I feel wide open to a spiritual clarity that I struggled with before. I actually feel like a different person. I know that the jobs is the same, the days are the same, that life has not changed… BUT… there is no question… “that He is Faithful in his promise to heal and to meet our hearts cry to be used at work, with our families, for His purpose whatever position He calls us to serve. I can see that He IS in control , and that those issues that are constant restraints of frustration, are His ways of drawing us to His side. Yes, someone did hurt me, yes, a job did not work out, yes, I lost an opportunity, But ever more YES… for this reason, when I stop and consider, that HE is in control… that these disappointments and hardships are only materials God is using to make me suitable for his calling. Before this Fast, clarity was fuzzy reality, maybe this disciplined diet was the catalyst for physical cleansing.All I know is, it has brought me to His feet in contentment and a sure knowledge that His Presence is where I want to stand for eternity.

    Comment by Elisabeth S — January 23, 2009 @ 1:51 pm

  6. Paster Greg,
    The fast is going great, not hungry, feel great and lost 10 lbs. Abba John the Dwarf said, If a king wanted to take possession of his enemy’s city, he would begin by cutting off the water and the food and so his enemies, dying of hunger, would submit to him. It is the same with the passions of the flesh; if a man goes about fasting and hungry the enemies of his soul grow weak. This has been really good for me and my wife.
    I love you being my Pastor,
    Larry

    Comment by Larry Sanders — January 23, 2009 @ 6:11 pm

  7. Greg,
    What incredible experiences this fast has produced! My husband and I have never fasted before, only from one meal to the next. Wow! We have not only lost some weight, but we have instilled behavior modification to guide our new healthy eating habits. We have also grown closer to God and asked for His guidance more often, for direction for Seacoast and our personal lives as well.
    We have also been viciously attacked by Satan.
    We have been rather irritable, which causes stress on our marriage. We have had two costly house repairs. I fell and thankfully, I was not injured badly, I do have some lingering effects. My husband & I were driving to the Small Group Leadership Rally at Seacoast a few weeks ago and as my husband was driving, he became very ill and I had to take him to the Dr., so we missed the rally. My husband’s pay check last week consisted of mostly 6′s. My hours at work have been cut back to part time, and my boss is under a great deal of stress and has been very abuseive the past few weeks. I often read Ephesians 6:10-20 and remind myself to put on God’s armor for protection. It can be very difficult to stand strong while we are being attacked spiritually in every important area of our lives, ie: finances, health, jobs, relationships, and attempting to steer away from God at a time when we need Him the most.
    I must admit, I had no idea how powerful fasting was and I am looking forward to the next Church wide fast again. By doing it this way, we are able to help support and be accountable to one another.
    We love that you are our Pastor.

    Comment by Gail — January 29, 2009 @ 9:32 am

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