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A Missions Heart
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I have often heard it called a missions heartbeat. How do you define such an irregularity in the beat of ones heart? All i can say is that this heart is not satisfied with the normal rhythms of life – but lives with a different rhythm – a beat that is not recognizable to the world or even understood by it. It’s a beat that moves one onward to lands unknown to languages not yet understood, to peoples who hate that heartbeat – but the heartbeat can not be quieted unless it is with those people – unless it learns to speak the language, unless it is in the land to share the one who gave them that heartbeat to begin with.
One of the reasons, i went to Minnesota to visit my friend and her family was to attend a missions conference and to hear from people who had a missions heart and who loved the LORD and people so much that they risked their lives to share the Gospel. i share that heartbeat… and hearing others only made mine beat stronger. God has a heart for the nations
The most moving moment was when a lady who is working in south asia spoke about life in hostile lands and her heart to reach muslims for Christ.
50 votes // vote as favoriteI was also able to participate in pampering some of these women who are serving and sharing Christ with the nations.
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45 votes // vote as favoriteI can’t show a lot of their faces because of where they serve, but i can show one… what an amazing lady and fun too.
39 votes // vote as favoriteI met so many people – one even had a 65 million dollar hit on his head from the Muslim world because he was sharing Christ and speaking the truth about Islam. His name is Father Z. He is amazing and a very loving man who has been able to lead thousands of Muslims to Christ.
48 votes // vote as favoriteYou want to cultivate a heartbeat for the Nations.. spend time with others who have that beat as well!! And then do something about it.
While i was visiting Minnesota – i thought i would do a mini photography session with my best friend and her children in Eden Prairie. I have known Cheri since college – we were asked to be in a promotional photoshoot for the college. The photos were used to promote the school but this is where i first met my friend -Cheri. And from there- our friendship just grew. We became close friends when we went to seminary together and she has always been an encouragement for me and constantly pointed me to Christ. You can’t get enough of those type of friends – you know. I was also present for the birth of each of her 3 kids – yes, in the delivery room with ice chips and breathing.. i even gave the youngest, Drake his first bath. So.. you can say that i think of these kids as my own – they each hold a special place in my heart. They are family to me. Here are some family photos of my favorite kids.
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Since my arm is in a sling while i recover from elbow surgery, I had to use wheelchair assistance on my first trip to Eden Prairie, Minnesota to see my best friend and her beautiful family. As they rolled me around in the airport- i was deeply humbled to need assistance and for such kind people to be willing to give it. I definitely stuck out in a crowd – ha, it was embarrassing to have everyone look at me and to get the full pat down from security. But the good part (aside from building empathy for those who need that assistance daily), was that i had an excellent seat on the plane. SWEET!!! and everyone helped me with my stuff… i didn’t even have to try and find bathrooms or the luggage pickup – I was just taken there ;)
When i landed in Minnesota, my beautiful friend came bounding in ready to serve and help me. And serve, she did!! Her love for me overwhelms me – she served me joyfully and thoughtfully all week. One day when she was doting on me, i just teared up in saying thanks for helping – she held me and said “I love you, it’s a joy to serve you and love you.” God is good, you all!! – she is definitely an example of God’s grace to me – I pray that you have that in your life and can be that in someone else’s. Here is a photo of my gorgeous friend working it on the trail – from the family photography session that you will see in a post coming soon.
My friend is known for her written and detailed schedules… i have teased her quite a few times on the matter – especially if she forgot something crucial like writing down to feed the children or when she had oddities such as set baby by the window for an hour. HaHa! (she wanted her kids to be able to peer out on God’s creation- good reason – funny methods – love her!!!) A few days before i arrived – i received my itinerary. I’m still kind of upset that i didn’t get my fruit smoothie on Thursday afternoon as was spelled out in the schedule :) – but i guess i will give grace!! We did have lots of delicious coffee tho!! We went to this adorable little coffee shop in Eden Prairie where i am sure if i lived there- i would go study there- cute with lots of history. The Dunn Bros Coffee Shop is in the historic Smith Douglas More house which started as a community gathering place in Eden Prairie in 1877 and continues as a coffee shop. I just thought it was cute :) – so i had to get some photos. I took this of my coffee and added some texture.
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39 votes // vote as favoritesuch a quaint little coffee shop in Eden Prarie -you should visit.
36 votes // vote as favoriteone last one of my friend deep in discussion about theological matters whilst i played with my camera – don’t ya know!!
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This past weekend i had the opportunity to go to one of the biggest medical missions conferences ever at Southeast Christian Church
The Global Medical Missions Conference is hosted by Southeast Church every year and it just seems to be getting bigger and bigger. So many medical students and professionals were there worshiping the LORD and seeking out ways to impact the world for Christ. I just love maps and they had this huge one where people could pins where they wanted to go or have been. Lots of pins – very exciting:
36 votes // vote as favoriteOne of the Missions Ministers at Southeast, Ben Thornley, had a place he intended to go to as well.
41 votes // vote as favoriteI guess he wants to evangelize the sea creatures….
Anywho.. the big reason I was there was to help my friends at Spend Yourself. They had a booth in the exhibit hall – to educate people about Spend Yourself and to sell some shirts to support the various ministries they help to raise funds for and tell their stories such as SOZO, LIA, SCARLET HOPE and a brand new ministry called Resc/You. Just click on the links to find out more about the stories and the ministries that seek to evangelize and empower people – not just give band-aid solutions.
41 votes // vote as favoriteEach ministry they support is pretty amazing which is why Spend Yourself got started in the first place. This little non-profit t-shirt company – simply wanted to just tell the story and help raise money to support ministries that can impact the nations for Christ. And THAT they are doing…
38 votes // vote as favoriteThis weekend was amazing for Spend Yourself because so many got to hear the stories and so many chose to support and tell the stories through the t-shirts. It’s quite encouraging to see so many get excited about Spend Yourself, too. The booth was constantly surrounded by people wanting to hear and of course buying shirts. We were wore out- completely spent – but so much fun. Can’t wait to see how the story travels!!!
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31 votes // vote as favoriteWhat is even more amazing is that this company is run strictly by volunteers who believe in the cause – which means 100% of the profits go right to the ministry you choose to support. OH.. and did i mention – you can win free t-shirts for a year. Click here to find out how to register.
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A few weekends ago – i headed out to Henderson, KY to take pictures of one of my best friends and her family. Downtown Henderson is actually pretty cute – and we got some great shots. I love heathers family.. so fun.. lots of laughter. And their family is so close – they are great to be with – you feel like part of the family :). If they didn’t live all the way in Henderson- i would be over there for dinner!! Here is Heather and her sister, Holly – who is a bit of a pincher (she gets me every time).
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39 votes // vote as favoriteAnd this is something that amazes me in this family – all of them are great with kids. Kids love them – not just their own – lots of kids. Here is a behind the scenes photo of the family working hard to get the kids to laugh.
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44 votes // vote as favoriteBut the funny part is that once the kids see grandpa – that will be the only one they want! On his lap is the best place to be.
39 votes // vote as favoriteHe’s such a troublemaker – ha – he is totally splashing those babies on this cold day.
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39 votes // vote as favoriteWanna know the secret to a great family-parents who love each other and are committed to each other. They would say that their relationship to Jesus makes it all possible. I love laughter -this is one of my favorite photos
44 votes // vote as favoriteWhat a great family – so glad i got to spend a day in Henderson and be the family photographer. Thanks Nunn Family.
42 votes // vote as favoriteok – just one more of the baby – cutey patooty
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I had the privilege to do a photoshoot for one of my best friends and her family in her hometown of Henderson, KY. Here is a little sneak peak of their family photos.
more to come on the Henderson, KY family photos – stay tuned.
Halloween isn’t really one of my favorites – but this year – i really got into it. i borrowed some decorations from my friends at Ryland and my roomies and I really got into the decorating!!! Try not to get scared!
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29 votes // vote as favoriteand we of course had some tasty treats. Finger food for example
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35 votes // vote as favoritewe had so much fun giving treats to the trick or treaters!! My roomy (Jessie) and i even went to a few houses ourselves – ha – our neighbors are good sports. Jessie didn’t even have a bag – she just held out her hand!! ha. Here are some pictures of the real trick or treaters.
30 votes // vote as favoriteOne year mom dressed me as a bee and it wasn’t nearly this cute.
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26 votes // vote as favoriteAfter all the kids came by, the bigger kids came :) -our friends!! And we had quite an awesome costume party!
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32 votes // vote as favoritereferee – with heels :) ha – my cute roommate always wears heels!! But she could prolly still ref a real game without missing a step.
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44 votes // vote as favoriteThe chiquita banana lady even came to our partay.
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35 votes // vote as favoriteAnd the winners of this years costume party are:
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