tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12285461018555813152024-02-19T16:51:24.909-05:00Sassy Jesus GirlSassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-50065720562881855742011-04-19T16:27:00.000-04:002011-04-19T16:27:59.769-04:00Perfect (1985--John Travolta, Jamie Lee Curtis)
I am basking in the glow of God's glory today. My mind keeps drifting to, Ephesians 3:20-21, "Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen"
Our God is so powerful and perfect in all His ways. Do you ever just sit Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-24396773068953994602011-03-09T17:45:00.001-05:002011-03-09T22:23:42.710-05:00Cry Baby (Johnny Depp, 1990)My youngest son has obviously decided to enter the terrible two's a few months early. He's the cutest, most determined, and smartest little boy. But, when something doesn't go his way, he throws his pacifier (or whatever happens to be close by), falls into the floor, and begins kicking, crying, and rolling around.
So, what do I do? I absolutely ignore him. I do not become upset or even look at Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-58154901081457543262011-03-08T16:09:00.001-05:002011-03-08T21:41:00.358-05:00Shape of My Heart (Backstreet Boys, 2000)While talking with a friend today, I shared a trial I'm living through. She did the same. In the end, we both decided, sometimes the process of being on the potter's wheel absolutely sucks! Instead of being put on a wheel, turned every which way, and pushed & prodded into something useful, we'd much prefer to just instantly become beautiful vases!
The Word tells us to "Consider it pure joy, my Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-89041171340216264582011-01-31T12:36:00.008-05:002011-03-02T00:04:17.809-05:00Satisfaction (Justine Bateman, Liam Neeson, 1988)"Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice. Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always." (1 Chronicles 16:10-11)I've spent countless hours in prayer asking God for things: more of this, more of that, less of this... But, right now I'm wondering how many hours I've spent asking God for the only thing that never passes away: Him! I know God does not Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-17025750898537143492010-09-02T10:19:00.006-04:002010-09-02T10:58:29.017-04:00Crazy (Mercy Me, 2005)Sassy just needs a minute to state for the record that most insults aimed at me because of my faith don't bother me. So, here's a few sassy thoughts to chew on...Am I a Jesus Freak?If that means I love Jesus, know He is real, asked Him into my heart, and seek to live for Him...then...YEP! Pretty much a Jesus freakAm I very religious?Yes! But, it's based in a relationship with Jesus Christ not Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-2728129675996404682010-08-26T09:51:00.004-04:002010-08-26T09:56:30.413-04:00Faithful (Brooke Fraser, 2008)I'm currently doing a Bible study by Priscilla Shirer about the book of Jonah. She asks us to examine how our lives has been interrupted...how life isn't what we though it would be. It led me to reflect on how different people in the Bible lived through the same thing. Can you imagine a twelve year life interruption?That's what the woman with the issue of blood experienced. For years she lived Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-78948425726195908372010-01-19T08:58:00.007-05:002010-01-19T10:13:39.027-05:00I Know Who I Am?? (Israel Houghton, 2008)I can tell you all about who Jesus is and who I am "in" Him. I know and can explain to others that I am God's workmanship (Eph. 2:10), a new creation (2 Cor. 5:17), a child of light (1 Thess. 5:5), a joint heir with Christ (Rom. 8:17), chosen, holy, beloved (Col. 3:12)...the list goes on and on. But, recently, instead of living in who Christ has said I am, I've tried to fit a self-created Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-77633867297237453772009-09-01T09:34:00.012-04:002009-09-01T14:34:00.726-04:00I Need The Every Hour (Selah, 2004)Since having my second child, I'm faced more and more each day with the reality of how inadequate I am as a parent. Without God's grace and guidance, these poor kids would probably be in a world of trouble. Some days I'm sleep deprived, anxious, irritable, and fatigued. Saying I'm not my best would be an understatement. When I think about how often I call on the name of the Lord throughout each Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-33708658892169274482009-05-12T08:49:00.005-04:002009-05-12T09:33:51.417-04:00Steady On (Point of Grace, 2002)Okay, so I've never professed to be the most decisive of people. That's my disclaimer for today since I'm going to deviate from Philippians 4. Instead, I want to look at Philippians 3:13-14. Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; But this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind me, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-13171237368286834272009-05-09T11:05:00.010-04:002009-05-09T11:30:05.407-04:00Again I Say Rejoice (Israel Houghton & New Breed, 2004)Philippians 4 is among my favorite chapters in the Bible. It's a perfect model for walking in contentment. Today, I find myself in great need of a reminder. For, as Sassy draws near to her due date, she's kind of hating the world. Although, I'm not ornery or moody--as my actions do not define me, Christ does--I sure am behaving that way lately. So, today, I need a reminder in dieing to this fleshSassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-10650684880184494412008-12-22T19:30:00.005-05:002009-04-23T17:16:42.906-04:00Out of Sight (Jennifer Lopez, George Clooney, 1998)Then the LORD answered me and said, write the vision. And inscribe it on tablets, That the one who reads it may run. For the vision is yet for the appointed time; It hastens toward the goal and it will not fail. Though it tarries, wait for it; For it will certainly come, it will not delay.I sat in a financial stewardship Bible study class recently. During the course, a student mentioned the aboveSassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-38133705931582714412008-12-07T18:53:00.008-05:002008-12-07T20:25:58.395-05:00The Heartbreak Kid (Charles Grobin, 1973)During the Christmas season, I typically attend a local production that features the life of Christ: His birth, miracles, crucifixion, and resurrection. As odd as it sounds, today, the crucifixion held special comfort for me. Viewing (a watered down version of) it reminded that not only did Jesus take my sins to the cross, He also took my pains. Every hurt that I endure, He's already handled.I Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-7106981760508575412008-11-03T16:10:00.004-05:002008-12-03T16:57:12.683-05:00Cry Baby (Johnny Depp, 1984)You can learn so many spiritual lessons from children. The Lord dropped a pretty big one in my lap as I witnessed my son's third tantrum of the day. This particular tantrum was brought on by my child's urgent desire for juice. Totally put off by my refusal to allow him to drink out of the 46 oz. juice bottle, he proceeded to lay on his stomach, cover his head, and scream into the floor. Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-5290278981032059812008-11-03T10:25:00.008-05:002008-11-03T10:42:11.840-05:00Purple Rain (Prince, Morris Day, 1984)So, I have NOTHING deep or introspective to post. I just have to say, I really like this cheesy movie. It came on VH1 last week. I had to DVR it. Prince is singing, The Beautiful Ones, right now. Love that song! Yeah, I know, Prince is a bit "different." But, he's a brilliant artist with an uncanny knack for turning the oddest phrases into art. Just think about it: Purple Rain, Raspberry Beret, Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-11090611189026366192008-10-15T00:41:00.004-04:002008-10-15T01:11:19.855-04:00The Wonder of it All (Point of Grace, 1998)It's amazing to me how God often reigns down blessings when I least expect them. I can find myself in prayer for months (sometimes years), but not see an answer. Often, the Lord will turn my heart to focus more on Him rather than the object of my prayer. He leads me to a deeper level of trust and dependence upon Him. I find contentment and suddenly, that thing for which I prayed just doesn't Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-90726523740621130522008-09-29T15:48:00.001-04:002008-09-29T16:08:37.088-04:00I Will Rise ( Chris Tomlin, 2008)There's a peace I've come to knowThough my heart and flesh may failThere's an anchor for my soulI can say "It is well"Jesus has overcomeAnd the grave is overwhelmedThe victory is wonHe is risen from the deadAnd I will rise when He calls my nameNo more sorrow, no more painI will rise on eagles' wingsBefore my God fall on my kneesAnd rise, I will riseThere's a day that's drawing nearWhen this Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-76832171621091238472008-09-25T15:38:00.011-04:002008-11-03T10:24:51.000-05:00Point Break (Keanu Reeves, Patrick Swayze, 1991)I can't exactly explain why, but I feel like I'm on the precipice of a spiritual breakthrough or miracle. Lately, it seems I'm very aware of the Lord working in my life and am seeking Him more each day. I'm reminded of a song by one of my favorite gospel artists, Israel Houghton. The chorus says: "I will search for you and I will find you. I will find you, with all my heart. I will lift my hands Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-36190435694357460502008-09-04T14:51:00.006-04:002008-09-04T15:23:37.366-04:00Tortilla Soup (Hector Elizondo, 2001)So, today we're having Enchilada casserole. Being the super mom I am, I decided to "stay on top of things" by preparing dinner this afternoon. I had all my ingredients nicely lined up--including an open can of Enchilada sauce that sat on the counter. I proceeded to do my cooking thing when my cute little curious toddler son walks up to me and smiled. I returned his smile. Then he turned to begin Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-28886812634524954972008-09-02T08:54:00.007-04:002008-09-02T10:11:42.152-04:00Return of the Jedi (Mark Hamill, 1983)Okay, so I'm not a Jedi. But, I had to think of some title w/ a Welcome Back message. Yes, Sassy Girl has done it again...I disappeared from the blog world. But, never fear, life is good! God is great! I've been spending a lot of time in the Word and just reflecting on life. It's brought about a revival in me and a return to what's truly important in my life: Jesus! It's helped me realize that I Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-46507449109646290432008-08-06T12:07:00.006-04:002008-08-06T12:47:10.830-04:00Glory (Morgan Freeman, Denzel Washington, 1989)Pray for Morgan Freeman's recovery from his automobile accident. If you see that car, you'll know there's definitely a God! I'm so grateful that he's okay._____________________Ironically enough, Sunday's sermon was about spiritual warfare. I say that it's ironic because I blogged about this throughout last week. So, I'm convinced the Lord was/is trying to show me something about this topic. I Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-87644259740641252622008-08-06T11:47:00.004-04:002008-08-06T14:28:01.831-04:00Midnight Madness (Michael J. Fox, 1980)Lastnight, my son woke up at least five times between 10 pm and midnight. I don't know what the problem was. He didn't seem to be sick or in pain. Initially, I was not a happy camper. Afterall, Sassy's "me time" usually occurs then. But, when I checked on him, he reached for me and kissed my cheek in the dark. It was the sweetest little touch. So, I held him, rocked him, sang him a song, and laidSassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-48479415958656424702008-08-06T10:38:00.005-04:002008-08-06T11:29:04.292-04:00A Star is Born (Judy Garland, 1954)
What is in the water over in the UK? In the last few years they've produced some powerful contributors to the R&B scene through female vocalists with smokey soulful sounds: Joss Stone, Amy Whinehouse, Leona Lewis, and Corinne Bailey-Rae are among those. I'm sure I've missed several, but, you get the picture. Well add the artist, Adele, to this list. I think she may be Sassy Jesus Girl's new Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-44023706390582038202008-08-06T09:56:00.006-04:002008-08-06T10:37:54.068-04:00Fools Gold (Kate Hudson, Matthew McConaughey, 2008)'Sassy apologizes for her disappearance from the blogosphere. But never fear, I am back, and I have PLENTY on my mind. So, you'll be in Sassy Jesus Girl overload today.Do you remember my blog about the DVD I lost when I put it in a safe place? Well, Fool's Gold, would be the DVD in question, and I STILL haven't found it.____________________________Sassy must admit that once upon a time she took Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-45629372586718575742008-07-31T10:11:00.004-04:002008-12-13T00:38:43.938-05:00Dazed and Confused (Jason London, 1993)I've never seen this movie, but the title sure is appropriate for how I feel right now. Sassy must have a pretty sweet blessing on the way because in the last few days, she's been really tried by drama. So, what do I do? My initial reaction is to just react with whatever pops into my mind. But, I'm reminded right now, that I must take every thought captive to the obedience of Christ (2 Cor. 10:5)Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1228546101855581315.post-50453078625102317712008-07-30T13:26:00.011-04:002008-12-13T00:38:44.811-05:00Pump Up the Volume (Christian Slater, 1990)Sassy wants to dedicate today's post to some political and social issues that are close to her heart. I'm pumping up the volume and spreading the word!Cancer Research & Elimination* American Cancer Society* CDC Statistics* Stand Up to CancerDarfur* Care* Human Rights Watch* Save Darfur (Political Solutions)* UNICEF* Ways to Help in DarfurViolence Against Women* Family Violence Prevention Fund* Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290724088410886320noreply@blogger.com0