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In the realm of creativity and individuality expressed in mankind, it becomes obvious from even a purely observational standpoint that such things define us. “I can deny that a separate identity is relevant....but if I do this I become zero...identifying myself with everything else, I become, not equal, unified with everything else and no longer “there” as an individual.” (Middletone, 15) Furthermore, applying these simple observations to the vastness of God’s person draws outstanding conclusions in the field of human science. Man was made similarly in the image of God. Granted, someone who does not follow the Bible as the Word of God, will easily dismiss these similarities as a mere shaping of a ‘god’ to fit the small world of the human mind. However, if we expand these observations beyond this point, if we base our observations that the Bible is real, that God is real, such similarities are striking and in turn world moving. This unique creative side that comes out so often in mankind becomes an obvious nessecary component in the human’s life for existence. Even more so, from a theological standpoint, such creativity only further supports the statement in Genesis 1, which states that man was created in God’s image.
For the sake of further expansion, I will take three stereotypical “people groups” that interact within societies: the artist, the business man, and the housewife. It’s undeniable that all three of these groups outwardly are not connected in any way other than simple bodily similarities and an existence in the same universe. Yet, through the lens of scripture it becomes amazing how their individuality points directly to Christ and therefore connects them all as His creation.
First, the artist. He is the imaginative mind, the emotions and expression. His eyes see something that is not there, his hands move something no one sees, his concepts are often outside of the box and extreme. Yet they work. They work so well in fact, that men and women pay thousands of dollars to hang such handiwork on their wall, or read their words on paper. They turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. Adam, in Genesis 2:19 is given this ability, “ [. . .] and whatever the man called a living creature, that was its name.” Other biblical ______ known for their creativity include David, (INSERT NAMES).
In the same way, creativity is the first and foremost attribute seen of God. So prominent is this characteristic that the Bible begins with it.
“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was formless and void, and darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was moving over the surface of the waters. Then God said, “Let there be light”; and there was light. God saw that the light was good [ . . . ]” Genesis 1:1-2
It is here that God not only creates something out of matter, but displays His ultimate aptitude by providing something out of nothing. Again, in the book of Job, God speaks of His creation. (INSERT JOB PASSAGE)
Yet not all men are artists, which society is overaboundingly grateful for. Such uniformity in gifts would prove detrimental in a society desperately needing more than a pretty picture, social commentary or beautiful vase. Enter the business man, orderly, driven, visionary, a people person, his main talent is his ability to delegate responsibility, wisely plan the next steps and shrewdly invest. He is a thinker and a doer. He is the powerhouse of the human race, ever going and somewhat comparable to the energizer bunny. Again, such gifts were given to the first man in the garden of Eden. “...and let them rule over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the sky and over the cattle and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth." Genesis 1:26.
This same driven and ruling dominion is an attribute seen again and again in the personhood of Christ. However, unlike man’s dominion which ends, fails and grows week, God’s dominion is perfect.
It is unending.
“Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, And Your dominion endures throughout all generations.” Psalm 145:13
It is overall.
“ ...far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come.” Eph 1:21
Not only does the Lord have dominion, but His plans and wisdom are the mold from which man was made. Such plans and process, the very order of God are perfect in every way. “Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the counsel of the Lord will stand.” Proverbs 19:21
Finally, there is the housewife. A beautiful creation of God, she has both been overlooked by observers time and time again, and at the same time has been scrutinized to the point of mere tyranny towards her role. She is the mother, the heart warmer, and the nurturer. In her are the natural abilities and desires to comfort, love, support and provide for those around her. She desires fellowship and companionship from her husband as well as friends and family. She strives and devotes her life to raising her family, driving her kids to soccer practice and making dinner each night.
Refering once more to Adam, these same traits were also created in him. “Then the Lord God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone; I will make him a helper suitable for him." Genesis 2:18. This primary acknowledgement from God towards man’s need for companionship and fellowship one with another reflects the inner workings of a man created in an image of a God who also desires such fellowship.
Absolute parallels between God and man in this final category once more solidify the truth in Genesis statement that man is indeed made in the likeness and image of God. The Bible outlines God’s own desire for fellowship. 1 John 1:3 states, “That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us: and truly our fellowship is with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ.” This fellowship was clearly seen in the garden where God walked with Adam (Genesis 3:8). Clearly, God’s main goal, while incomprehensible to us, was for fellowship with us.
In addition to fellowship, God also displays characteristics similiar to the observed housewife. He shows compassion (Psalms 25:6), protection (Psalm 121:7), love (Romans 5:8), and countless others. In Him are seen the ultimate attributes of the perfect provider, companion, and lover.
In light of the similarities drawn between these comparisons, it is only logical to conclude that man was created in the image of God. If this is the case, so much of the modern thought today has settled for the shallow findings of mere observation based on a scientific process that forgot the main observation of all: an observation of the word of God. Such sacred truths are inexcusable in the study of human behavior, human interaction, and human life. It is sad to note that the degeneration of mankind’s thought has discarded the clear logic of scripture, based the call for equality and separation of science from religion. However in light of logic and faith, the undeniable statement that man is made in the likeness of God can only further be concluded that such likeness must be studied in order to truly understand man at all.

I desperately want to give up.

I should mention that have anohter journal.
aye.. another one - I'm addicted

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luv to all

So I'm working on yearbook - having major writer's block. Probably because I've been sitting in this seat for 4 hours now.

Today has been hard battling in my heart.

Listening to Relient K's new Cd. Music Therapy.

How may I glorify Him today.

It's time to turn around
Could you leave it all behind
Inhale for the first time
True love's deeper burn

I'm cascading now
Tossed in rivers of white
From my empire of stone
comes something never seen before

Break free from such cruel memories
From haunting eyes and a million could bes
Stand back just a moment now
To understand that it's the unseen that lasts


*sigh* sorry - that kinda sucked. now that that's done, maybe I'll write something good. It just fit with a melody in my head.


Going back to school tommorow - I'm nervous, please pray.

I should be sleeping right now.
My head is swimming, from adrenaline, overtiredness, overwhelming emotions, and confusion.
I'm definantley beginning to appreciate Zephaniah 3:17.

I spent my new years with high school kids. It was ... an experience. They always say "what you're doing at midnight on new years is what you'll be doing for the rest of the year." I always thought that was funny, becuase so many people make out right at midnight - and I was like, "yay for them!" jk. but it does make you think. there were ten other places I could have been last night - and truthfully I'm absolutely exhausted in every way, which is ironic since this is break -- but I still went. I knew I was needed, and I knew that I needed to go. So I hardcore loved on girls all night. held ice to a girls nose and got blood on me, held about 300 pieces of jewlery so they could go on the inflatbale stuff, ran around like a crazy chicken, and washed dishes next to a girl who was struggling with her faith. I'm glad I spent new years like that.

Another interesting point of the night was the awkward ending. The youth pastor of our daughter church in Manchester asked for my number. He wanted to go to lunch to here the rest of my story. (BTW: he's only 22 -- so this isn't creepy or anything). And he was all ready to go out even this evening. It was an awkward place to be for several reasons. First, knowing most of "my story" it surprised me that he would be so dumb as to try and hit on me because immediate shoot down was pretty inevitable - so why he still did it? I dunno, I'm not a guy. Secondly I'll proabbly never see him again - so, eh - not so much. Thirdly, I wasn't interested that way, I had already pretty much decided that. Fourthly, I didn't have the time before I went back to go out on a date with him. Fifth, if I had gone out with him - it would have most likely sent the wrong signals, and if by some chance it didn't - it would have not appeared very good anyway. Sixth, my heart can't take that right now.
Yet after all of those reasons I still wanted to give him my number, I felt compassion towards him. I know he's gotta be struggling. He's in NH so far from his family, working with New England which is just plain hard. He doesn't relaly have any friends here -- being under that kind of pressure has gotta be crazy difficult.
Anyway, He caught my hestiation and proceeded to give me his number. I told him flat out I wouldn't call it. He's like, "well you seem freaked out when I suggested that you give me yours." So then we stood there -- in this uncomftorable silence. I wanted to say something like, "if you want to talk to me that badly you can find it from someone else." but I was afraid that would ensue stalkerish behavior - which should be clearly avoided.
I gave him my number, I told him we would not be able to get together, I didn't have time - nor was I interested in going out alone with a guy. I told him that I might never see him again - but that was encouraging to meet a guy following after the Lord. I wished him luck and told him if he needed anything he could call. Then I left, hurridely.

I'm not sure I should have given him my number at all. Ick - that was awkward.
I really need to sleep

AHHH - LET ME SLEEP!!!!

this is going to be harder than I thought

DaybydayBaleever: let's really freak him out
DaybydayBaleever: ....just make sure he doesn't have a gun.....
tis0nly4u: hahah
tis0nly4u: best option we catch him at work, and like crawl into his car
DaybydayBaleever: whoa! incredible
DaybydayBaleever: like, 10 minutes before he gets out
tis0nly4u: and wait for him to get off work - and as he's pulling out - stick him with a water gun and threaten to freeze his brains out
DaybydayBaleever: except, we can't scare him while he's driving
tis0nly4u: that's why we do it while he's pulling out
DaybydayBaleever: no. we have him drive us to his house
DaybydayBaleever: well...
DaybydayBaleever: i don't know
tis0nly4u: how would we hide that long
tis0nly4u: hahahhahaha
DaybydayBaleever: we would hide in his car like just before he gets off work
DaybydayBaleever: hey- i have to hop in the shower now
DaybydayBaleever: formulate a plan
DaybydayBaleever: but i'm liking it so far
tis0nly4u: ok - I need to go to work
tis0nly4u: what's your number
DaybydayBaleever: cool
DaybydayBaleever: 603-673-****
tis0nly4u: ?
DaybydayBaleever: bye!
tis0nly4u: jerk
DaybydayBaleever: what???
tis0nly4u: come on
DaybydayBaleever: i honestly have no idea what you're talking about
tis0nly4u: what's your phone number poop face
DaybydayBaleever: i already sent it
DaybydayBaleever: what happened????
tis0nly4u: shut up
tis0nly4u: you so know what happened
tis0nly4u: stop confusing me!
DaybydayBaleever: hold on, did something get sent to you. cause a little think from Norton's security thing popped up and it said that some information was trying to be sent onlline
DaybydayBaleever: but i blocked it
tis0nly4u: I don't believe you
DaybydayBaleever: and i have no idea what it was about
tis0nly4u: you sent it
DaybydayBaleever: WHAT?!!!?!?
tis0nly4u: and it was 603-673-****
tis0nly4u: maybe God doesnt' want me to have your number
tis0nly4u: maybe I'm not being submissive enough asking for a guys number
DaybydayBaleever: 603-673-****
tis0nly4u: mabye God doesn't want us to kidnapp Andy
tis0nly4u: It didn't again!!!!!
tis0nly4u: ack!
tis0nly4u: stop it
DaybydayBaleever: it gave me the same message
DaybydayBaleever: what did it send
tis0nly4u: are you being serious?
DaybydayBaleever: YES!!!!
tis0nly4u: it did the whole star thing at the end
tis0nly4u: ok
DaybydayBaleever: for real
tis0nly4u: let me give you my number
tis0nly4u: weird poop face crazy computer boy

I need an oasis. Not a real oasis - but my oasis. I need a place with so much atmosphere it's hard to breathe anything materialistic. Something that's worn, but beuatiful. Comfortable but elegant. A room with just enough dust to make it mysterious - but clean enough so I don't start sneezing. A live band, acoustic, would be wonderful. And round tables, and small rooms. Books everywhere, for the reading and a sense of community. You don't go there to be seen - but rather to see. The lights are soft, and it would be comftorable to go there alone.

I want to find such a place, curl up, with some tea - and write, until all the thoughts that keeping tripping over themselves again and again finally come to a rest with the last dot of the last 'i'. meh.

In other news, everyone and their brother (tee hee) are getting married. Either that or they are in the army. Crap, like in my youth group -- well really old youth group, from my home church, I'm the only single girl. That's not a bad thing, nor is it really a good thing - but rather just... a thing. A statement of reality would be my definition. In any terms, I feel as though I"m entering a eerie twilight zone only spoken of from those in the movies and graduating from college. And in my terror I see myself catupulting towards that same fate and dig my claws into the slippery walls as I desperatley cling to childhood. Ah adult responsibilities - and bills. crap

My friend Johannes from Germany has a website. It cracks me up. This is it

http://www.htw-dresden.de/~s54372/

. It's not really funny unless you know Johannes, and then it's only funny, becuase it's Johannes . He's the replica of my dad - in German. creepy.

Everybody loves a rose,
But will you be thankful for the thorns?
Love is easy when you're loved,
But do you curse another when you're alone?



I give my life to You so I can gain it back again
I stand solid while the paradigm is shifting


You say live and let live,
But people are dying everyday
And you way what I don't know won't hurt me
But if what I do not know
Is the very thing I need,
Then I say


Humanity sees truth through a shattered window pane
That blocks the view,
And plants the seed
So we draw the curtains to close but I say
That the sun can still shine behind a closed mind
And sticks and stones do hurt
When tossed from the tongue of mankind

I'm exhausted. The pain is ever changing and in full view. I have been so privledged to have the strengthening of older women as I go through this time. Their insight and support is unspeakable. To have a woman whose seen so much, curl up on the couch and cry with you as you kneel broken hearted in her living room - it's such a broken place to be. No perfection, no illusion that I have it all together. What a wonderful place to be.

The last thing I want to do is shove the pain away. Yes, I"m ready to heal. Yes, I'm ready to ask the what's now instead of the whys. The author and perfector of my faith is forever faithful. And sovereign. Understanding God's sovereignty is huge in the issue of trusting him - naturally. That would be an obvious statement.

Too know further on goings in my life either 1. find my other journal. good luck, I'm not telling you where it is! or 2. Sign in and read friends only.

It will be worth it all someday
It will be worth it to go the straight and narrow way
When we finally see His face
And feel His warm embrace
It will be worth it all that day


These present troubles don't compare
To all the glory our God, He has prepared
'Cause when we finally see His face
And feel His strong embrace
It will be worth it all that day


And I can see the angels as they celebrate and call your name
And I can hear teh Father, with a tear in His eye
As He says well done my good and faithful servant
Well done


It will be worth it all
It will be worth it all
It will be worth it all that day

** Until we rejoice together in God's glory, I love you Megan.**

December 16, 2004
Brio
Focus on the Family
Colorado Springs, CO 80995
I really had no idea of who to contact among the Focus on the Family staff, so please forgive me if I have completely written the wrong branch, but I just went with the most familiar one to myself. My name is Janelle Moffitt and I am currently a sophomore in college at Word of Life Bible Institute. Frankly, I find myself in a dilemma which I have no doubt will work out to glorify God in unspeakable ways in the future. My problem is no different than nearly every college bound Christian today, what in the world am I going to do with my life! I’m hoping you can help. I believe I have the gift of discipleship and counseling but I am also finding increasingly that my hobby of writing has transformed into a passion and a unique ministry tool as well. Brio, as well as Focus on the Family as a whole defines my passions. I’m burdened for the local church, which I believe is built on the local family, I have special heart for women, especially the youth of the country. It is within Focus on the Family that I see both writing and counseling put together to glorify God and to reach out within these areas. This is not a plea to urge you to consider hiring me in a few years, but rather a plea for you to share your wisdom. What kind of background did you have academically that led you to work for Focus on the Family. Were there areas of study that you would suggest knowing my specific passions and desires. I do not know if God wants me at Focus on the Family, or somewhere like it, or to start something of my own, but sharing in your wisdom may help give me a direction as I further narrow down my academic choices. Thank you so much for your time and for your willingness to serve God and to touch others for Christ
Sincerely in Christ
Janelle Moffitt
P.s. I went on a Brio trip in 2002 and was on Marty’s team. I don’t know if she’ll remember me or not, but if this letter finds her : “Janelle says hi, and that I’m praying for her.”

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I was wishing that my wishes were what God wished, and if my wishes were not what God wished, I wished that I could wish that my wishes would go away, but the wishes were still there.
E. Elliot

God gives desires for a reason. But they aren't mine. I'm not allowed to hold onto them. In fact, I'm not allowed to even entertain them or act on them. At the same time God HAS put them there for a reason. If I am following Him, and they are still there - He's using them, I guarentee it. But it probably won't be in the way that I imagine. Because remember I am the potter - He is the clay

God is good.
Proverbs 19.. some really cool verse.

Do not shove off pain. Don’t even wish it away. When you do – it becomes a problem rather than a solution. Often in this world, to us left seems right, and right seems left. Utopia is highly overrated. Strangely in our pain, we seometimes get the closest taste of the Christian perfection. “…share in His sufferings..” To the Peter’s of this world, we are so eager to agree and carry our Savior’s cross while we set across the table of luxuries from Him. But in the moments fhta follow, when the skies grow dark, and our King hangs helpless (or so it seems) on a cross, we run from the pain. We look plainly into the fire and deny the cross. WE’ve forgotten the purpose, we’ve forgotten the plan, we’ve forgotten His power.
Brother: Never forget! Sister: Never turn your eyes. His promese are real. So embrace the pain, and rejoice. Although the waters may fill the valley until you are swept away – you will not be overcome. For our light and momentary trials are achieving for us an eternal glory that will far outweigh them all.
May the grace of our Lord by with you.
Zephaniah 3:17

Is it odd that I hate the weekends

I hate weekends

Another thought
John 17:17 "Sanctify them in the truth; thy word is truth
Santcification comes from the word of God. Everything comes from the word of God - starting to notice a pattern

p.s. Love was not able to be expressed without love, but love is not able to be expressed without holiness.
yah.
mmmm

Perfect love
God is perfect love
it cannot be improved, it can not be destroyed. At this moment God loves you the most he ever will, yet you have yet till truly love Him. You can't only He can.

One more thing, the only thing that describes love is his other attributes, becuase our love is so imperfect we have nothing to compare it to, so we cannot understand. Therefore the very definition of God's love is God and who He is.

Ya studying for theology.

Contemplate that for a while and feel loved.

I haven't felt beautiful in weeks, maybe months


bummer.