Botswana and Birthdays

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 1 comments

I can't believe I'm actually doing this, but I am :) I am actually going to Botswana.... and I'm not the only one going. Titus will also be going with me. The decision for Titus to go was only made this past Sunday and wow, I needed to get going then on planning plane tickets and organizing some projects Titus has been helping me on. I just bought the tickets today so now it's official.


On top of this I am also working on a couple iPhone projects as an investment since my other iPhone app is going very well. I am trying to wrap those applications up and have them live before I leave. It's been quite busy needless to say. I just praise the Lord that he is helping me keep my head above water and enjoy the ride :)

Also, I am moving right along with my book about Adoniram Judson and I gotta say it's really keeping my attention and I'm learning a lot about him.

Also, my Thai friend Berm has a Birthday today and so I just wanted to shout out or blog out a special Happy Birthday to him :) HAPPY BIRTHDAY BERM!!! =)

BenH

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Energyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy =)

Sunday, September 27, 2009 0 comments

As I've said in previous blog posts, I have recently begun to preach for Children's Church. As you all know I really enjoy working with kids and this has been a great opportunity for me to begin preaching practice. Well, Today the energy level had to be recorded at an all time high for my teaching experience. Seriously, I am so exhausted. One kid was bouncing up and down before class and I asked him what he was doing and he said, "Wellll, Today I don't have a soccer game because it's raining so I'm getting all my energy out now!" The way most of the boys were going I would have guess the same was true about all of them :)

On top of that the songs and special music went longer than planned and then my Pastor who usually goes overtime went shorter, so I had to quickly finish the story, lay out my points, sing a choir song and run them out the door. lol :)
It would take too much writing to describe the antics the kids had, but thankfully every children's church was not like this morning. I think I'll try starting the message earlier. At least most all the kids are very good with taking notes during the message. I think that will really help them grow in their christian life as they move into the adult services and take notes there also.

Though there are the crazy times like today with the kids, I think the kids have a fabulous future being raised in a church like this. Or rather to explain myself , they will have a fabulous future in heaven because the way things are looking I don't know how fabulous this life will be on earth for christians :) I'll be praying that the parents are teaching these Bible lessons at home because much much much depends on what is taught in the home by the parents. Parents have the awesome responsibility to build upon what is taught in the preaching or they can easily tear down the preacher and the teachings. It's a big responsibility because their children's future depends on it.

Have a Great Day!!!
BenH

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How to Wash Your Earbuds!

Friday, September 25, 2009 1 comments

I advise you to use caution when proceeding with this cleaning procedure. Side effects could result in ripped or mangled earbuds or soggy speakers. Possibility of survival: Slim.

Well, my normal procedure when putting my clothes from my hamper into the clothes piles is to feel the pockets on all my clothes. I have had many "near death" experiences for certain items. I recall one particular experience which began this tradition and that was when my $50 bluetooth headset went through the wash cycle and was found DOA in my room. Yes, sad memories. BUT a good one because it has started this ritual which was been very successful until yesterday....

The one factor which is hard to keep an eye on is when someone else generously offers their assistance in taking your clothes up for you without your notice. Well, I think it didn't take much thought on your behalf to understand that is exactly what happened. I got these cool earbuds which came with my new iPhone 3Gs and if I bought them separately the retail price is $30. Yes, $30! I personally think that is quite a bit to pay for headphones, but I gotta say I really like these ones. Yes, so as I was saying, these headphones were neatly tucked in my pocket and went for a spin in the washer, then the dryer and I just picked them up a few minutes ago from my stairs with my clothes (nicely washed)

ANNNNDDD The Verdict is: CLEAN. Yes, my bloggy friends thought they were knotted into a ball of wire and are as curly as a girls hair after it's been curled they still work. (Hmm, maybe I should try a straightener, LOL)

Just for kicks I thought I would take a picture of these curly cue headphones. I really do praise the Lord that they work, because I was really bummed when I realized what had probably happened and ran upstairs and started digging in the clothes only to realize that those pants were presently in the washer... :)


Have a Great Day Ya'll!
BenH

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Start Laughing

Thursday, September 24, 2009 1 comments

If This Doesn't get you laughing this morning then I don't know what will =)



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Singing I Go!!!

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Here is a funny video my sister recorded when Hudson was in the shower. He likes to play tapes while he is in the shower, and recently he's been singing. It is quite cute :)

BenH


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Evaluating the Culture Part 2

Monday, September 21, 2009 0 comments

Here is Part 2 of Evaluating the Culture










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New Blog Look

Sunday, September 20, 2009 2 comments

I know most of ya'll use blog readers so you wouldn't notice the change on the blog. It's not like it will revolutionize your look on creativity or something, but hey I thought I would point out the obvious.


Thanks for following my blog =)
BenH

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Accountability is Great

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I will be putting part three of the getting to the marriage altar message. I just have been a little busy recently and haven't got a copy of the message yet :) Maybe I will post it tomorrow.


Last year Bro. Ronnie (our Assistant Pastor) started the church on a memorization program which really took off. This year my partner has been Mr. Forro. I've got to say he has been really encouraging with his faithfulness in keeping me accountable and also staying on track and ahead of the verses himself. Tonight he just quoted to me the next verse which is due in two weeks :) and after he quoted it to me we both got into a great discussion about how the word of God is so powerful and important in our life. We started talking about the message and how the Word has been used in our own life. I haven't really got to know Mr. Forro very much until this time and I've got to say since he has been saved (which wasn't that long ago) he has been a new man. Praise the Lord for how he works in us sinners.

That is my blessing for today. I hope that you all find an accountability partner (if you haven't already) and encourage him or her today in the Word, memorize the Word together, and exhort one another to be prepared for the Lord's return.

Praising the Lord,
BenH

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