Wednesday, October 17, 2012

"In my city, that's where God belongs!"

For the past few months I have chased options that would end me up serving in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. But one by one they fell. I was really getting discouraged. What is going on, I thought this is where God wanted me?! On Sunday the associate pastor at my church, Brandon, preached. There was a lot of talk of local missions and I felt something on my heart. That night I was driving through downtown Columbia City, the windows down, and "In my City" by Andy Mineo on repeat. It was in that moment that the message got through. I felt like God was revealing to me where my mission is...in my city! I don't know what that means exactly but I'm confident he wants me here, for now at least. :)

Here's the song, it's my new favorite song. I can't stop listening to it.

Friday, August 31, 2012

Nothing can separate.

Lately I have been struggling between what my weak, selfish, sinful, human body wants and what God wants. I have felt guilt in the moments when I just don't seem to measure up. It's hard not to wonder, "Does God still love me?"

Today, I reread a verse I learned this summer and it really spoke to me. It's Romans 8:38-39 and it says; "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord."

So to revisit that question I tend to ask myself, "Does God still love me?" According to that verse, YES! Isn't that wonderful?! My fingers can't adequately express my happiness that nothing...NOTHING can separate me from the love of God!

With love,
Emily :)

Friday, August 10, 2012

YWAM Pittsburgh.

It's been awhile since I've done this. I have been home from Germany for almost 2 weeks. (I'll blog about that later.)

A few days ago I sent in the first part of my application to YWAM Pittsburgh's Disciple Training School. I've passed out almost all of the reference forms and all that's left is a long list of questions and a visit to the doctor's office. I am hoping they accept me. I've been to Pittsburgh twice on mission trips and last time I was there (last summer) I absolutely fell in love with the city and the people. My heart breaks for them....I desperately want to go back.

A week ago I looked into a job at the homeless shelter we volunteered at while we were there last summer. It just wasn't the time for that but I do hope to get a job there after I finish this opportunity...Lord willing. :)

Love,
Emily :)

Monday, April 16, 2012

The mission starts here.

When I signed up to go to Germany this summer, I had this assumption that my life would be the same until I boarded the plane. I had this idea that that was when my mission started. I was so wrong. God has been working in me to prepare me for Germany. I am so excited about this summer, but I have also realized that I need to keep my eyes open to what God wants for me BEFORE I leave. :)

Update; I have received all the funds needed for my trip. Now all I need is extra funds for things I need while I'm there and the supplies I need to take with me. Please pray for me as I continue to trust God to provide and as I actually go on the trip.

With love,
Emily

Thursday, February 16, 2012

To Write Love On Her Arms

When hope is gone the devil likes to say that no one else cares, no one understands, and no one loves you. I've experienced this many times and sometimes just knowing someone understands what you are going through makes all the difference. The TWLOHA street team provides a way for me to stop focusing on myself and focusing on others. I can't be depressed when I'm focused on helping others. :)

The To Write Love On Her Arms website;
http://www.twloha.com/

The To Write Love On Her Arms street team website;
http://towriteloveonherarms.fancorps.com/signup/ref/EmyGraceDancee


Check them out! 


With love,
Emily :)

Monday, January 9, 2012

Artist Spotlight; The Letter Black

Genre; Hard Rock
Members;
Sarah Anthony - Vocals
Mark Anthony - Vocals and Guitar
Matt Beal - Bass
Taylor Carroll - Drums
Record Label; Tooth and Nail Records
Website; http://theletterblack.com




Now for my opinion, The Letter Black is definitely worth your time. Lead singer, Sarah Anthony, is one of my favorites. Honestly, the music itself isn't anything that any other great rock band has. The Letter Black has something better that sets them apart in my mind and that is their vocals. I highly recommend checking them out, I don't think you will be disappointed. :)


This is my favorite video, the song is "Fire with Fire"



And this is my favorite song, "Believe"



I hope you enjoyed them!

With love,
Emily :)