It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.
The only way to describe the excitement and terror of the early aviation industry.
Sometimes I wish I lived in the time of the early exciting adventures of the brand new aviation industry, a time when it took only a few hours and a few dollars to become a certified pilot. Some pilots didn't even have a certificate, they just flew! A time when your first solo was possibly your first flight. A time when aviation had just emerged from the minds of brilliant men to become a reality. Aviation changed the course of history, it changed the military, the civilians, and most importantly the mission field.
We live in amazing times of aviation technology. I love flying. Every airplane has its own name, its own personality. If you fall in love with aviation, there isn't anything that could take you away from it.
Saturday, September 27, 2014
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
step out of the daily routine!
I am either at work or in class for 8 hours every day Monday through Saturday. And with work and school I don't end up with much time for doing anything. Some days I come home from a full day of class and just collapse on the couch, watching TV with my roommates before I have to leave for work. Other days I just go right into homework and study for the finals and quizzes I will have the next day.
But now to the point of all this. With being this busy every week I have realized just how important it is to prioritize our time and give up a day to God. In Genesis, God set aside day seven as a day of rest. He didn't take that day of rest for Himself, our God neither slumbers nor sleeps (Psalm 121:4)! He took that day as an example for us! In the business of our lives, we need to set aside a day of rest to pause and reflect on God. A day to step out of the daily routine!
I believe that it is important to be a part of a church, to faithfully attend the church service every Sunday. This allows you to grow in your relationship with God and with other believers. It is so refreshing to be able to sit in church every Sunday with my sister, who also goes to Liberty, a hear a message from the Bible. That auditorium is not my classroom that I am in for 40 hours a week, it isn't my desk at work, and it isn't my kitchen table surrounded by homework. It is worth waking up early, picking up my sister, and heading to service! And God is always there to teach me and convict me through the message my pastor gives. I am hoping to be able to start serving in my church and become an operational part of the body of Christ, rather than a silent bystander. This would allow me to spend my Sunday serving God and learning from God! I hope and pray that God opens this door of service for me and my sister!
I never realized just how awesome it is to be a part of a church family and go to church faithfully every week, no matter how early I have to wake up on my only day off! When my Saturday was taken away because of work, Sunday became my refuge!
Take that day of rest God has given to you and use it for His glory! It is amazing what He will give you in return!
But now to the point of all this. With being this busy every week I have realized just how important it is to prioritize our time and give up a day to God. In Genesis, God set aside day seven as a day of rest. He didn't take that day of rest for Himself, our God neither slumbers nor sleeps (Psalm 121:4)! He took that day as an example for us! In the business of our lives, we need to set aside a day of rest to pause and reflect on God. A day to step out of the daily routine!
I believe that it is important to be a part of a church, to faithfully attend the church service every Sunday. This allows you to grow in your relationship with God and with other believers. It is so refreshing to be able to sit in church every Sunday with my sister, who also goes to Liberty, a hear a message from the Bible. That auditorium is not my classroom that I am in for 40 hours a week, it isn't my desk at work, and it isn't my kitchen table surrounded by homework. It is worth waking up early, picking up my sister, and heading to service! And God is always there to teach me and convict me through the message my pastor gives. I am hoping to be able to start serving in my church and become an operational part of the body of Christ, rather than a silent bystander. This would allow me to spend my Sunday serving God and learning from God! I hope and pray that God opens this door of service for me and my sister!
I never realized just how awesome it is to be a part of a church family and go to church faithfully every week, no matter how early I have to wake up on my only day off! When my Saturday was taken away because of work, Sunday became my refuge!
Take that day of rest God has given to you and use it for His glory! It is amazing what He will give you in return!
Saturday, September 13, 2014
Do it heartily as to the Lord and not to men
Colossians 3:23 - 24, "And whatever you do, do it heartily as to the Lord and not to men...for you serve the Lord Christ."
No matter how insignificant your work seems, do it with excellence. Everything you do is for the Lord and not for man. We are here to serve Christ and to give Him glory. We need to show those around us that we are here for God and will prove ourselves worthy of any work we are given. And work with joy! Because whatever you are doing, God has given it to you to do! Serve God in everything you do!
No matter how insignificant your work seems, do it with excellence. Everything you do is for the Lord and not for man. We are here to serve Christ and to give Him glory. We need to show those around us that we are here for God and will prove ourselves worthy of any work we are given. And work with joy! Because whatever you are doing, God has given it to you to do! Serve God in everything you do!
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
Monday, September 8, 2014
Mission Aviation
Airplanes were made for a purpose, and that ultimate purpose was so that we could further God's kingdom. Without aviation, mission work around the world would be hindered. Why do I want to become a part of the mission aviation work? Because I want to change lives, make an impact, and further God's kingdom. To proclaim His love to those who have never heard the gospel. To support missionaries in their work for the Kingdom.
Next time you see an airplane remember that its ultimate purpose for being created was to be used on the mission field. And when you hear the sound of an airplane engine and propeller remember that it is a sound of hope to many people all over the world.
Next time you see an airplane remember that its ultimate purpose for being created was to be used on the mission field. And when you hear the sound of an airplane engine and propeller remember that it is a sound of hope to many people all over the world.
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