Rent

Now, this is quite a stretch, but I'm going to form a connection between one of the least Christian musicals of all time and Christ's sacrifice. Here we go...
Really, I'm only going to refer to the title song. Specifically, the following lines:

"How we gonna pay last year's rent?
This year's rent?
Next year's rent?"

So, I've been thinking lately about the sacrifice Jesus made for us and how there is no way to repay it. Whenever this thought fully sinks in - well, as much as it can - this wave of thankfullness washes over me. The thought that He loves me so much that He would endure torture and death for me is so amazing! It has the power to summon tears, it's so huge!
I've also been thinking about how each day is a gift. Sometimes, it does not feel like a gift at all. But it still is. The question is this: What will I do with it? Will I risk my comfort? Or will I stay quiet while people continue to disrespect my Jesus?
I know that I could never repay Christ for what He did, but I can sure do my best. When I start to feel vulnerable and uncomfortable, His presence washes over me, and it becomes easier to stand up for my faith. This makes me even more thankful, and that makes me even more passionate for my Lord.
I realize I've deviated from my point with the song, but that's okay. The real point is that I love my Jesus and that He loves me. He loves you, and He wants you to feel that love. If you let Him, He'll change your life.

Spoonful of Sugar

Shane got Mary Poppins in my head, and this kind of works. Why? Because I had coffee this morning, but just a spoonful of sugar was not enough. It was very strong coffee, and I love sugar. It's a wonder I don't melt when it rains.
So, yesterday was fantastic! I went to my aunt and uncle's house to feed their cats. I had the house to myself for the day. I watched "It's a Wonderful Life," "McLintock!," and "Shenandoah." Old movie day! Plus, while I watched them, two of the cats took turns napping on my lap. I took a little nap, as well. I also did my laundry, which was fun. Yes, fun. And I love the smell of fabric softener. It was wicked sweet!
After my restful day, I went to Kaitlin's. We watched three episodes of "Friends." Then, we went to church this morning.
*sigh* Good weekend.

Wonderful, Wonderful Day!

I think I'm going to try to title all of my posts with musical songs. This one is perfect, because today is a beautiful, glorious... heavenly, marvelous... wonderful, wonderful day!
The sun is shining, and the sky is that perfect shade of blue. And the temperature is practically perfect. I'm so happy!
I think I'm beginning to annoy people with my cheerful attitude, but I have been feeling down for so long that the happiness is positively liberating!
I'm here, I'm full of cheer, get used to it!

There's been some confusion over rooming here at Shiz - er, USM.

So, I have a new room, now. Diana and I switched rooms, so Nicole is my new roommate. I think it's for the best. We have more friends in common, and we keep almost the same hours. And, our stuff happens to match. I think that's pretty cool.
I get to square-dance tonight. I'm so happy...

"Clumsy" by Chris Rice (that's right, another song)

You'd think I'd have it down by now;
Been practicing for thirty years.
I should have walked a thousand miles,
So what am I still doing here?
Reaching out for that same old piece of forbidden fruit,
I slip and fall and I knock my halo loose.
Somebody tell me what's a boy supposed to do?

I get so clumsy,
I get so foolish,
I get so stupid,
And then I feel so useless.
But You're saying You love me
And You're still gonna hold me
And that You wanna be near me,
'Cause You're making me holy,
Still making me holy, yeah.

I'm gonna get it right this time,
I'll be strong and I'll make You proud.
I've prayed that prayer a thousand times,
But the rooster crows and my tears roll down again.
Then You remind me You made me from the dust
And I could never know, never be good enough,
And that You're not gonna let that come between us.

'Cause I get so clumsy,
I get so foolish,
Oh, I can get so stupid,
And then I feel so useless.
But You're saying You love me
And You're still gonna hold me
And that You wanna be near me,
'Cause You're making me holy,
Still making me holy, yeah.

From where I stand,
Your holiness is up so high, I could never reach it, no.
So my only hope is to follow Jesus.

'Cause I get so clumsy
And I get so foolish,
I can get so stupid sometimes,
And then I feel so useless.
But You're saying You love me
And You're still gonna hold me
And that You wanna be near me,
'Cause You're making me holy.

I get so clumsy
And I get so foolish,
Oh, I can get so stupid,
And then I feel so useless.
But You're saying You love me
And You're still gonna hold me
Oh, and that You wanna be near me,
'Cause You're making me holy,
Still making me holy,
Keep making me holy, yeah.