Some Devotionals I have Written

Hey everyone!! Here are some devotionals I have written in the past...enjoy!


Finding God In Your Toughest Days

For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you. Isaiah 41:13

It was Carries first day of school. She was nervous and scared that she would not make any new friends. Carrie really didn't know what to do. She called one of her friends from her old school to talk everything through. Her friend reminded her of a very important thing. No matter what, you have a friend in God. He will carry you through and hold your hand as you walk through the halls of that school. Even though it may seem tough, God will get you through. There is nothing too big or too small for Him and will help us. Carrie went to school the next day nad trusted in God, and knew that He was right there beside her. She met some friends, and knew that God was in control. This, is the power of God!

Standing Tall Around Those Trying To Bring You Down

A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you. Psalm 91:7

Going to school with friends who have never accepted Christ. Growing up in a home where you are the only Christian. We all go through things like this. The temptation of this world, we must stand tall and remember to please God. As in the verse above, people are falling daily, because they do not have the Holy Spirit guiding them and holding them up. But we do. We see them falling and we see them struggling. We need to cry out to God, so that none of this will come near us. God will help us through times of temptation and give us the strength to pull through! Remember, stand tall through the temptations of this world. Do not let the others bring you down!

Everything You Do For His Glory

So whether you eat drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 10:31

Whether you're at school, or whether you are just hanging out with your family, all of your decisions should be to glorify God. If you were tempted to go and get drunk with a couple of friends..do you think that it would glorify God? In everything we do, no matter what, we should bring glory to God. Oh how hard that is! There are so many times when we wonder whether God really understands how hard it is. But He does! One way that we can do things that would bring glory to Him is by praying for the strength to do right. When going to do something, ask yourself this...Am I glorifying God in what I am doing? Its as simple as that!

Dont Ever Be Ashamed!!

I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes. Romans 1:16

Everyday we interact with those we know who are not christians. Sometimes when we hear them say the Lord's name in vain, or do something that isn't something that is pleasing to God, we laugh along with them. We are afraid that we will be made fun of, or we are scared to lose our popularity. Basically, we are ashamed of what God has done in our life. It may not be the cool thing to be preaching the gospel, but it is what God calls us to do. Its the salvation of EVERYONE! Yes, everyone. Even the kid who always makes fun of you and may not be the most well behaved. So go out, share the word of God, and remember, do not be ashamed for it is the final result (salvation and heaven) that is most important!

Not So Great Days

Well just by the title you all can guess that things aren't going so great. I dont know why I am complaining or even bringing this up, because some people have it so much worse! But things at home just seem to hit a pit, and we cant get out. I know how we can get out, obviously God could get us out, but He's not the center or our family. He may be the center of my life, but not of our family. I pray and pray, and I know God hears me, but sometimes I wonder if His timing is ever going to come! I need to be patient I know, and not give up, but how much more of this can I handle? I was literally making myself sick tonight worrying about how things at home would be. I was scared I would get yelled at or something! And I have to admit, lately, I have not been following God and His ways. I have been going my own way and not really paying attention to Him at times, and that is going to change! I just want things to be okay and for my parents to have a good relationship. Its not that they dont, but sometimes it seems shaky, or that we aren't even a family. Oh well, as I say, this too shall pass. Feel free to comment, Im heading to bed. I have physical therapy in the morning...yipee! God Bless!

Youth Night

Wow, that is the only word that describes tonight. Just WOW! It was so awesome! Each year our youth group's youth night is improving so much! Our theme was What would Jesus do walking in my shoes. What a great theme! I think that everyone did awesome! Brandie got to speak and I think she did an awesome job to speak to the hearts of many teens. Kris as well did awesome with her speaking and really spoke to most parents there. The music was awesome as well. One thing ecspecially touched me. At the end of the night, Pastor Craig did an "altar call". Well both of my parents were there, and instead of me just sitting there minding my own business while others had the change to accept Christ, I prayed for my parents and just prayed hard for them to be touched and for God to open their eyes. I wanted to cry so much because I felt so bad, but I know that God heard me and everything will be okay in His time. Well catch you later everyone!

Girls Sleepover

Well, the annual Prince Street Youths girls sleepover was just last night. It was quite interesting. Listening to Mary Carolyn and Brandie goofing off and screaming until 4 in the morning was quite interesting. I dont think that they ever shut up lol! Over all it was a bunch of fun. Dewey and Davidson came with me and we had a huge load of fun! Our game today was cancelled and I think we are going to gander on up to the mall and hang out. Well here is the 411 on Eric. Eric is Mr. Peter's nephew that is down from New York this past week. Well lets just say that I got his number. I am happy because he is so nice and we have so much in common. But I really dont think I need a guy in my life, but we will see. Lindsey and I are talking more and more...by the way, Lindsey is like my big sister. She is always someone to talk to and I am someone that listens to her. She is great and I love her and have missed her. Well we are going to gander off now, have a great day! Oh and yeah, make sure you all come to the youth night at church tomorrow!!

Happy Easter!!!

Happy Easter everyone! I hope that you all had a great day! I know that I did...lots and lots of food! Okay well an update...yesterday, our softball team played a good game against State College! We won 6-0! It was great! Tomorrow I have to go to the doctor, and its not very good. He got a bad report from the physical therapist and like yeah...Im pretty nervous but am praying for the best. Tomorrow we play against Waynesboro away...so many games! I think we play like 20 over all! Thats like crazy! But yeah...I am so proud of myself because for once, I did not procrastinate on my project...maybe its because its something that I am interested in? Oh well, at least it is done! Okay and I know this is going to be random, but everytime I go to check my email at yahoo's homepage...the headline news is always saying something like "7 killed in Iraq". Its everyday that I see this! It has been bothering me because thats ridiculous! Urgh, I wish I had a say in all this because I dont think its fair that we are still involved. Its religous battles. Let them fight it out...they dont need us to moderate...if they asked for our help then fine! Okay sorry that was just bugging me because I saw it say today that 20 died! 20 people are dead! Sigh...Have a good night everyone!

SADD Activities

Wow guys, this was such an exciting week for SADD! On Tuesday, our first group of mentors headed of to Nancy Grayson elementary school to teach the fifth graders about alcohol. That day went great! Then came Thursday! My groups day to go to James Burd elementary and share what we know. It went great! The kids interacted and I really am praying that they got something from it. It was a long day, but enjoyable! Fiona and I met and talked about getting with the Drug and Algohol prevention board. I am still praying on it but think its something that I would be interested in. Today, a group of us headed off to York for a conference. It was amazing! Sarah and I got to go to a workshop where we took alcohol advertisements and make them truthful. The one I had originally said "Dear Ketel One Drinker, Have a great holiday spirit!" I pasted pictures on it of a coffin and a girl who is paralyzed and wrote, "yeah this is the kind of spirit I was looking forward to!" Then Sarah and I met up with Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Chamberlin, Scott, Kady, and LuAnn to go to the impact panel. It was amazing. A survivor of a drunk driving accident spoke and she was incredible. A 12 year old girl spoke of her aunt and uncle and little cousin's deaths a few years ago due to a drunk driver. It was amazing, and very emotional. The tears were visable in everyone's eyes! We were all touched and felt the pain that those girls were feeling. The main speaker that we had, was great as well! He grew up in an alcoholic home, and was treated like he was worthless growing up. Then he found meaning in his life and became a comedian and someone who speaks to people. He was truly awesome! It was a great day! Oh, and you all may be wondering whats going on with physical therapy! I am regressing! But I will get back up there, trust me!

*!Jen!*

PS. Sarah, I love you, and I really hope that you stick to your side of our deal. I know how much it would hurt if you weren't in my life anymore! Please, I love you! We can do this!