Simple Life Follow Up!

So last month we completed our series on our quest for the "simple life." Here's a brief review for all of us as we try to declutter our lives and make it more "google-esque." (My uber-sweet word of the day!)
Priorities!
Define what 's most important. Cut out any activities that don't help you reach your purpose!
Plants!
Remain in the vine! That's the source of our strength and focus. His love!
Perspective
As we remain in the love of Jesus we will begin to see life through His eyes. People become less irritating. Material wants fade as we focus on meaningful , authentic relationships with God and those we love.

Conclusion:
Your being is more important than your doing!
Remember Jesus' question:
"Who do people say I am?"

Who are you?

Who am I?

The Battle in our Schools

While watching the PBS series "Carrier" I was reminded of a recent incident with my own kids that is indicative if the battle we are fighting.

"Carrier" is a documentary that follows life on a Navy Carrier. Last night they were showing the various "religions" celebrated on the ship. I thought it very interesting that there was a recognized group of witches included in the list.

In March my kid's school would not allow us to pass out an invite to our Easter Egg hunt because it also mentioned our Easter service. Yet my kids were watching a movie about a young girl "witch" who becomes a mail carrier and delivers mail on her broom. My 5 year old began to tell me about this exciting movie. No protests by faculty there, I guess. I was crushed.


I pray.... Jesus am I over-reacting? Am I being life-giving in my response? How can I be a positive light in such dark times? Do I just pull my kids from public school and let it deteriorate or do I fight for the freedoms we once enjoyed in America?

This is just one of my personal struggles that I am praying that God's Word will shed light on in "The Battle" series this month!

Jesus is the Hope and Light of our world!