So, not really a whole lot of time to update as of late. I've been spending all my spare time running around, finishing work, buying things, packing, and of course, trying to see as many people as possible in a small window of time.
I'd like to say I maybe did mediocre on all of those counts. I still have stuff to pick up before I leave (in 6 hours) still have some minor packing to do, and I missed quite a few faces this past week, and probably most of the summer too.
But such is life. We can't always get what we want.
So: on the cheerful note, I will bid you all adieu, when next you read this I will be all settled in at IBC in Moose Jaw, SK.
Cheers!
PS: I figured I'd leave you all with some nifty dates coming up in the next 3 weeks or so.
Sept 16th - Blue Man Group in Regina!
Sept 18th - This wookiee turns 21!
also Sept 18th - New Thousand Foot Krutch CD comes out!
Sept 25th - The game nerds around the world have been waiting for with bated breath...
HALO 3 is released in North America!!
(I just so happen to be one of those nerds, so sue me!)
Monday, September 03, 2007
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
Cry of the self-absorbed
Wow, this is the 2nd blog I've written in less than a week. To be completely honest, I had the idea for this particular piece floating around in my head the night after I wrote my last one. I figured I should hold off on writing it until all the people that don't know this blog exists have had ample time to not read my last submission.
Anyway, onto my rant for today.
Have you ever sat down and talked with a friend and they go off on how they know exactly what they're going to do with their life because it's their passion to do that work for God? Sounds pretty fantastic doesn't it?
But do you know what word in that sentence sends up a red flag for me? Their. It's not God's plan for their lives, it's their plan to do God's work. Now, don't get me wrong, usually what this person is looking at doing is perfectly acceptable by all standards. It's usually a missions trip, or some sort of drop-in shelter, or something of the sort, but is it being done for the right reasons? Most of these people are the exact same one's that have to tell everyone they see about all the amazing things they've done and all the wonderful gifts they've given etc. Not to say these stories aren't kinda cool sometimes, but you need to be very careful of who you're giving the credit too.
If you were to give a homeless person a fifty dollar bill, who would you tell about it? Would you run and tell all your friends about your ministry oppurtunity? Or would you keep it private? Would you keep it only between you and God, and let His knowledge that you have done a small work for His kingdom, in His name, be enough?
Matthew 6:2-4 says:
2"So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 3But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, 4so that your giving may be in secret. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. (NIV)
Now, some of you may take this personal, and I want you to now right now that this is not my intention. My original purposes for writing this blog is a reminder to myself first and foremost. Not a few months ago I was that person running and telling everyone about ministry oppurtunities I came across. I'll admit that a large part of it was excitement that I could actually remember and use some of the things I had been learning at school. But in my desire to share my excitement with those around me, I was desiring their admiration. I wanted them to know what I was doing so they would think me a better person. I wanted them to know so that I could sit idle and let my ego grow. I wanted them to know so that I could feel superior.
So next time you go to give money to a homeless person, don't flash around a fifty dollar bill before proudly dropping it in their lap. Take them out and buy them a nice, hot meal, or even a cup of coffee. Most of the time you'll make their day brighter, you'll feel good about yourself without needing the approval of others, and there's a pretty good chance you'll make a friend too.
[EDIT: This actually veered the complete other direction than where I had originally intended it to go. In fact, during the process of writing this I felt like I wrote two completely different articles. Just a fun fact for you all of you who were wondering why my introduction has absolutely nothing to do with the rest of my blog!]
Anyway, onto my rant for today.
Have you ever sat down and talked with a friend and they go off on how they know exactly what they're going to do with their life because it's their passion to do that work for God? Sounds pretty fantastic doesn't it?
But do you know what word in that sentence sends up a red flag for me? Their. It's not God's plan for their lives, it's their plan to do God's work. Now, don't get me wrong, usually what this person is looking at doing is perfectly acceptable by all standards. It's usually a missions trip, or some sort of drop-in shelter, or something of the sort, but is it being done for the right reasons? Most of these people are the exact same one's that have to tell everyone they see about all the amazing things they've done and all the wonderful gifts they've given etc. Not to say these stories aren't kinda cool sometimes, but you need to be very careful of who you're giving the credit too.
If you were to give a homeless person a fifty dollar bill, who would you tell about it? Would you run and tell all your friends about your ministry oppurtunity? Or would you keep it private? Would you keep it only between you and God, and let His knowledge that you have done a small work for His kingdom, in His name, be enough?
Matthew 6:2-4 says:
2"So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 3But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, 4so that your giving may be in secret. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. (NIV)
Now, some of you may take this personal, and I want you to now right now that this is not my intention. My original purposes for writing this blog is a reminder to myself first and foremost. Not a few months ago I was that person running and telling everyone about ministry oppurtunities I came across. I'll admit that a large part of it was excitement that I could actually remember and use some of the things I had been learning at school. But in my desire to share my excitement with those around me, I was desiring their admiration. I wanted them to know what I was doing so they would think me a better person. I wanted them to know so that I could sit idle and let my ego grow. I wanted them to know so that I could feel superior.
So next time you go to give money to a homeless person, don't flash around a fifty dollar bill before proudly dropping it in their lap. Take them out and buy them a nice, hot meal, or even a cup of coffee. Most of the time you'll make their day brighter, you'll feel good about yourself without needing the approval of others, and there's a pretty good chance you'll make a friend too.
[EDIT: This actually veered the complete other direction than where I had originally intended it to go. In fact, during the process of writing this I felt like I wrote two completely different articles. Just a fun fact for you all of you who were wondering why my introduction has absolutely nothing to do with the rest of my blog!]
Friday, August 03, 2007
Effin Health Care...
You know what? Im sick of public health care. I know alot of people will disagree with me on this one, but in my own selfishness, hear me out.
I will be 21 years of age in just a little over a month, and because of this detail, I am now no longer on my parent's plan, and now I have to pay just under $600 a year to continue getting my 'free' health care, and refusing to pay it does not fit into the government's best interest for a healthy, working young adult. So, now that Im shilling out about $200 every 4 months or so, what am I getting out of the deal? I can count the amount of times I've had to go to the hospital and/or clinic on one slightly disfigured 6-fingered hand.
Twice in my life have I ever gone to the ER. Once for a bad cut above my eye that needed stitches, once when I was hit by a car in second grade. How about that there walk-in clinic? I have had need to attend this bad boy, a grand total of 3 times in my life. 3. Once for a sliver the size of my pinky lodged into the flesh next to my eye, once for tonsilitis, and once for banging up my knee pretty bad playing football on ice. That's pretty much it.
You might be thinking to yourself; "Hey moron! That's only 5! Duh!"
You wanna know the 6th time? When I was born, n00b.
That's it that's all! All the members of my family each have probably less than 10 trips to either one of these places in their life. It's a freakin gong show! I have a 5 year old cousin who has spent more time in the ER for sniffles in any one year than my family of 5 combined. And for this they charge me and my siblings $600/month each, and my parents about $900/month for our family, which was the same even when all the kids were under the plan. (more shenanigans)
So, in conclusion. I am against public health care, cuz I don't like wasting money so whiny hypochondriacs get free pills that they don't even effing need.
/end rant
PS- Somehow this rant seems alot nicer than the way it sounded in my head when I was writing it. Please read it with an angry voice. okithxbbq
I will be 21 years of age in just a little over a month, and because of this detail, I am now no longer on my parent's plan, and now I have to pay just under $600 a year to continue getting my 'free' health care, and refusing to pay it does not fit into the government's best interest for a healthy, working young adult. So, now that Im shilling out about $200 every 4 months or so, what am I getting out of the deal? I can count the amount of times I've had to go to the hospital and/or clinic on one slightly disfigured 6-fingered hand.
Twice in my life have I ever gone to the ER. Once for a bad cut above my eye that needed stitches, once when I was hit by a car in second grade. How about that there walk-in clinic? I have had need to attend this bad boy, a grand total of 3 times in my life. 3. Once for a sliver the size of my pinky lodged into the flesh next to my eye, once for tonsilitis, and once for banging up my knee pretty bad playing football on ice. That's pretty much it.
You might be thinking to yourself; "Hey moron! That's only 5! Duh!"
You wanna know the 6th time? When I was born, n00b.
That's it that's all! All the members of my family each have probably less than 10 trips to either one of these places in their life. It's a freakin gong show! I have a 5 year old cousin who has spent more time in the ER for sniffles in any one year than my family of 5 combined. And for this they charge me and my siblings $600/month each, and my parents about $900/month for our family, which was the same even when all the kids were under the plan. (more shenanigans)
So, in conclusion. I am against public health care, cuz I don't like wasting money so whiny hypochondriacs get free pills that they don't even effing need.
/end rant
PS- Somehow this rant seems alot nicer than the way it sounded in my head when I was writing it. Please read it with an angry voice. okithxbbq
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
I Don't Wanna Stop
Wow, this is a strange sensation. I haven't blogged in many moons, and I'm sure the 2 people that used to read this have long since moved on due to my lack of updates. Not really a whole heck of a lot has been going on of late though. I find it hard to write about my day-to-day occurances. I see blogs more as someplace to write things like revelations I've received, and if you're like me, song lyrics you like that nobody will ever read because, well, I wouldn't either to be honest.
But I figured I'd give a lil update on what's been going on lately, even though there isn't much to say. Let people know that I'm not dead, ya know?
Anyway, I'm gonna bring back my 'lazy blogging' because it's enjoyable to do, and it seemed to get some good reception last time I did it.
-Begin.
-So, I don't know if I've just been outta the loop, but does anyone still go hang out anymore?
-I haven't seen anyone in town more than a couple times over the past 3 months...weak...
-I honestly think I've seen Tyson more than anyone...and he doesn't live here.
-Ah well, if anyone wants to hang out, gimme a call. Seriously.
-Im usually working 6 evenings a week though...that also puts a damper on things.
-If you've tried calling my cell, dont. It's been turned off, I'm still contemplating whether it's worth getting reactivated.
-Call my house.
-527-5301
-If nobody answers, leave a message.
-Seriously.
-Most cell number don't come up and nobody answers 'unknown number' calls in this house.
-Too many telemarketers.
-I've pretty much got one month left in the Hat before I go back to MooseJaw.
-That's a nice thought.
-It means one month til I can see Cheryl.
-She's my favorite :D
-But I'm also biased.
-So...
-Anyone check out the new Ozzy CD?
-I know it's pointless to ask that on this blog...
-Any of my readers who can name me more than 2 Ozzy songs?
-Didn't think so...
-Black Rain is pretty sweet though.
-I'm addicted to it right now.
-Not that you really care, to be honest this is all filler.
-I'm already running low on things to write...
-I'm gonna go get a drink - Leave on 9:20PM
-And I return, it's now 1:50AM. How times flies when you have other things to do.
-I did get my drink though, just now.
-Nice, cold can of Pepsi.
-What did I do well I was gone you ask?
-Im not gonna tell you.
-Well, maybe I will...
-I went to the bank.
-Then watched a movie.
-Team America: World Police
-Pretty funny.
-Then I played a bit of Diablo II with Jordan online.
-Now Im here again.
-I bet you thought I did something exciting.
-You were wrong.
-This new Pepsi can design is odd...
-Looks like it's trying to hard to look hip and X-Treem!
-I could swear someone's hand is holding a lightning bold like a guitar.
-Now that is X-TREEEEEM!
-Although, not in a good way...
-So, anyway, seeing as I have no idea what to write anymore,
-And I have no idea where I was going with this before I left on my 4 and a half hour hiatus,
-I think this will be the end of lazyblog 1.2
-To think, I just wasted 5 minutes of your time, almost 5 hours of my own, and we got nothing accomplished.
-How awesome am I?*
With that, I shall bid you all, adieu. May your lives be filled with wine, women and song.
Cheers~
*-Very freakin awesome!
But I figured I'd give a lil update on what's been going on lately, even though there isn't much to say. Let people know that I'm not dead, ya know?
Anyway, I'm gonna bring back my 'lazy blogging' because it's enjoyable to do, and it seemed to get some good reception last time I did it.
-Begin.
-So, I don't know if I've just been outta the loop, but does anyone still go hang out anymore?
-I haven't seen anyone in town more than a couple times over the past 3 months...weak...
-I honestly think I've seen Tyson more than anyone...and he doesn't live here.
-Ah well, if anyone wants to hang out, gimme a call. Seriously.
-Im usually working 6 evenings a week though...that also puts a damper on things.
-If you've tried calling my cell, dont. It's been turned off, I'm still contemplating whether it's worth getting reactivated.
-Call my house.
-527-5301
-If nobody answers, leave a message.
-Seriously.
-Most cell number don't come up and nobody answers 'unknown number' calls in this house.
-Too many telemarketers.
-I've pretty much got one month left in the Hat before I go back to MooseJaw.
-That's a nice thought.
-It means one month til I can see Cheryl.
-She's my favorite :D
-But I'm also biased.
-So...
-Anyone check out the new Ozzy CD?
-I know it's pointless to ask that on this blog...
-Any of my readers who can name me more than 2 Ozzy songs?
-Didn't think so...
-Black Rain is pretty sweet though.
-I'm addicted to it right now.
-Not that you really care, to be honest this is all filler.
-I'm already running low on things to write...
-I'm gonna go get a drink - Leave on 9:20PM
-And I return, it's now 1:50AM. How times flies when you have other things to do.
-I did get my drink though, just now.
-Nice, cold can of Pepsi.
-What did I do well I was gone you ask?
-Im not gonna tell you.
-Well, maybe I will...
-I went to the bank.
-Then watched a movie.
-Team America: World Police
-Pretty funny.
-Then I played a bit of Diablo II with Jordan online.
-Now Im here again.
-I bet you thought I did something exciting.
-You were wrong.
-This new Pepsi can design is odd...
-Looks like it's trying to hard to look hip and X-Treem!
-I could swear someone's hand is holding a lightning bold like a guitar.
-Now that is X-TREEEEEM!
-Although, not in a good way...
-So, anyway, seeing as I have no idea what to write anymore,
-And I have no idea where I was going with this before I left on my 4 and a half hour hiatus,
-I think this will be the end of lazyblog 1.2
-To think, I just wasted 5 minutes of your time, almost 5 hours of my own, and we got nothing accomplished.
-How awesome am I?*
With that, I shall bid you all, adieu. May your lives be filled with wine, women and song.
Cheers~
*-Very freakin awesome!
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Tuesday, April 03, 2007
Joy
Well...I figured I havent posted any real posts on here for awhile, so what better time than when I have about 3 tons of homework looming over my head thats due in 2 days?
So, as most everyone who actually reads this probably knows, I met someone! Well, met isn't exactly the right word, I've known her for 7 months, although we never really talked at all. I always thought she was scared of me! But I figured I'd go ahead and confirm any rumors that have been going around, we have been 'together' since April Fools Day, and I'm pretty excited!
Her name is Cheryl and she goes to the beauty school here in MooseJaw, but lives in the IBC dorms. That's really all I have time for right now! Hope you're all enjoying life! I'll see you soon!
Evil Clowns!
One of my favorite pictures
Sunday, February 25, 2007
Step Inside...Close The Door...
"Once upon a time, I dreamt I was a butterfly, fluttering hither and thither, to all intents and purposes a butterfly. I was conscious only of following my fancies as a butterfly, and was unconscious of my individuality as a man. Suddenly I awoke, and there I lay, myself again.. Now I do not know whether I was then a man dreaming I was a butterfly, or whether I am now a butterfly, dreaming that I am a man." --Chuang-Tzu
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
THE BLIND SEE 20/20
Well, I guess it's been a little while since I posted anything meaningful on here. Life moves pretty quick at Bible College, but at the same time there isn't a whole lot to write home about.
I had an interesting meeting with our Vice President today...I've been nominated for the position of Dorm Leader for next year. It's really cool but I definately have mixed feelings about it. On the one hand it would be a really cool experience that would shave either 2 or 4 thousand dollars off of my tuition. (Pending on whether or not I do it alone or have a 2nd DL)
But on the other side of the scales, it might be a little too much commitment. I would like to have a 2nd man with me so I can have some time to myself, but I still don't even know if I'm going to be coming back next year or not. I left the option open to come back for various reasons, but I don't know if it's something I think I should do...the only problem is I have no idea what else I should/could do...it's all a little puzzling right now.
On the other side of things, I hit some really cool revelations today. It started as a pretty bad day but after a good long talk with a couple of the students here, I learned alot about myself.
For starters I betcha never knew I've never really accepted Christ into my life.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying I don't believe in God or anything but I have never gone through the usual rituals and/or prayers to acknowledge my faith. I've been comtemplating having one of my best friends in the world here share the moment with me, but I've also been thinking about a public declaration in front of the school.
Or maybe I'll just keep on living my life the way I am, God doesn't seem to have a big problem with it. At least, I don't think he'd throw ministry opportunities at me like he has if he did. =D
I've also begun a process to come to terms with my family relationship...I never realized it before but I've always been more ashamed to admit that I'm a Christian to my own family than anything else. It kinda sucks, but it's just life, ya know? I don't really know why though. I'm even a little ashamed to tell my relatives I go to Bible College...
But it's all on the way. And it's nothing I'm too worried about. It's the way I've lived my whole life so it's not sad or depressing, it's merely the norm. So until next time, I wish you all the very best, and to the folks in Medicine Hat I should be home for a week starting on the 26th or so.
We can be nothing more than Natural until God get his Super on...
I had an interesting meeting with our Vice President today...I've been nominated for the position of Dorm Leader for next year. It's really cool but I definately have mixed feelings about it. On the one hand it would be a really cool experience that would shave either 2 or 4 thousand dollars off of my tuition. (Pending on whether or not I do it alone or have a 2nd DL)
But on the other side of the scales, it might be a little too much commitment. I would like to have a 2nd man with me so I can have some time to myself, but I still don't even know if I'm going to be coming back next year or not. I left the option open to come back for various reasons, but I don't know if it's something I think I should do...the only problem is I have no idea what else I should/could do...it's all a little puzzling right now.
On the other side of things, I hit some really cool revelations today. It started as a pretty bad day but after a good long talk with a couple of the students here, I learned alot about myself.
For starters I betcha never knew I've never really accepted Christ into my life.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying I don't believe in God or anything but I have never gone through the usual rituals and/or prayers to acknowledge my faith. I've been comtemplating having one of my best friends in the world here share the moment with me, but I've also been thinking about a public declaration in front of the school.
Or maybe I'll just keep on living my life the way I am, God doesn't seem to have a big problem with it. At least, I don't think he'd throw ministry opportunities at me like he has if he did. =D
I've also begun a process to come to terms with my family relationship...I never realized it before but I've always been more ashamed to admit that I'm a Christian to my own family than anything else. It kinda sucks, but it's just life, ya know? I don't really know why though. I'm even a little ashamed to tell my relatives I go to Bible College...
But it's all on the way. And it's nothing I'm too worried about. It's the way I've lived my whole life so it's not sad or depressing, it's merely the norm. So until next time, I wish you all the very best, and to the folks in Medicine Hat I should be home for a week starting on the 26th or so.
We can be nothing more than Natural until God get his Super on...
Saturday, February 03, 2007
Boondock Saints
The Family Prayer
"And Shepherds we shall be
For thee, my Lord, for thee.
Power hath descended forth from Thy hand
Our feet may swiftly carry out Thy commands.
So we shall flow a river forth to Thee
And teeming with souls shall it ever be.
In Nomeni Patri Et Fili Spiritus Sancti."
Il Duce's Prayers
"And when I vest my flashing sword And my hand takes hold in judgement I will take vengeance upon mine enemies And I will repay those who hase me O Lord, raise me to Thy right hand And count me amoung Thy saints ."
"Whosoever shed last blood. By man shall his blood be shed. For immunity of god make he the man. Destroy all that which is evil. So that which is good may flourish. And I shall count thee amoung my favoured sheep. And you shall have the protection of all the angels in heaven."
"Never shall innocent blood be shed. Yet the blood of the wicked shall flow like a river. The three shall spread their blackened wings and be the vengeaful striking hammer of god. "
"And Shepherds we shall be
For thee, my Lord, for thee.
Power hath descended forth from Thy hand
Our feet may swiftly carry out Thy commands.
So we shall flow a river forth to Thee
And teeming with souls shall it ever be.
In Nomeni Patri Et Fili Spiritus Sancti."
Il Duce's Prayers
"And when I vest my flashing sword And my hand takes hold in judgement I will take vengeance upon mine enemies And I will repay those who hase me O Lord, raise me to Thy right hand And count me amoung Thy saints ."
"Whosoever shed last blood. By man shall his blood be shed. For immunity of god make he the man. Destroy all that which is evil. So that which is good may flourish. And I shall count thee amoung my favoured sheep. And you shall have the protection of all the angels in heaven."
"Never shall innocent blood be shed. Yet the blood of the wicked shall flow like a river. The three shall spread their blackened wings and be the vengeaful striking hammer of god. "
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
Times slipping away...
Still dont have time for a real update, but I want to share this.
This is a worship song I wrote for an assignment. I had a some help with the other 2 people playing the song (Jer on guitar, and Keshia is learning Bass just for it - how hardcore is that?)
So, here it is. When you read it think Lifehouse...
WWJDi – Why Would Jesus Do It? (Working title)
By: Kurtis, Jeradan, and Keshia
VERSE 1
Day after day, we’re going nowhere
Day after day, we’ll carry on.
And day by day, we’re growing weary.
And day by day, we’re bein’ led on.
And as the day, turns into evening
We seek refuge, anywhere we can
And as the day, turns into a nightmare
Anywhere but, to you we ran.
CHORUS
I will follow you always
Into your Holy Place
I will follow you always
Giving you all my praise
VERSE 2
Night and Day, You lift my troubles
Night and Day, You replace my fears
And everyday, You lift me higher
And everyday, You wipe my tears
And someday, when the light fades to darkness
And on that day, I’ll see you face to face
And someday I’ll sit in your presence
And on that day, you’ll judge my faith.
BRIDGE
How do you make it look so easy?
Why does it always feel so hard?
Why do my burdens feel so heavy?
You take them, with hands they scarred.
CHORUS (X2)
FINALE
Night and Day, You lift my troubles
Night and Day, You replace my fears
And everyday…
Everyday...
This is a worship song I wrote for an assignment. I had a some help with the other 2 people playing the song (Jer on guitar, and Keshia is learning Bass just for it - how hardcore is that?)
So, here it is. When you read it think Lifehouse...
WWJDi – Why Would Jesus Do It? (Working title)
By: Kurtis, Jeradan, and Keshia
VERSE 1
Day after day, we’re going nowhere
Day after day, we’ll carry on.
And day by day, we’re growing weary.
And day by day, we’re bein’ led on.
And as the day, turns into evening
We seek refuge, anywhere we can
And as the day, turns into a nightmare
Anywhere but, to you we ran.
CHORUS
I will follow you always
Into your Holy Place
I will follow you always
Giving you all my praise
VERSE 2
Night and Day, You lift my troubles
Night and Day, You replace my fears
And everyday, You lift me higher
And everyday, You wipe my tears
And someday, when the light fades to darkness
And on that day, I’ll see you face to face
And someday I’ll sit in your presence
And on that day, you’ll judge my faith.
BRIDGE
How do you make it look so easy?
Why does it always feel so hard?
Why do my burdens feel so heavy?
You take them, with hands they scarred.
CHORUS (X2)
FINALE
Night and Day, You lift my troubles
Night and Day, You replace my fears
And everyday…
Everyday...
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