Just passing by...

A Living Sacrifice

2011-05-08T09:28:00.000+10:00

Living Sacrifice

by Chris Christian

Take my life a living sacrifice

Knowing it’s the least that I can do

Make my life a living sacrifice

Holy and acceptable to You

I looked upon my life

And realized at last

Within myself there’s nothing I can do

And yet here I stand to offer

All I am and give myself

Completely Lord to You

I cannot be content until I reach that plane

How little I have given up to You

Lord break down my will

Make my desires your own

I long to give my everything to You

Was it You?

2011-05-06T19:15:00.000+10:00

Some one started the whole day wrong--
Was it you?
Some one robbed the day of its song--
Was it you?
Early this morning some one frowned;
Some one sulked until others scowled;
And soon harsh words were passed around--
Was it you?

Some one started the day aright--
Was it you?
Some one made it happy and bright--
Was it you?
Early this morning, we are told,
Some one smiled and all through the day--
This smile encouraged young and old--
Was it you?

-- author unknown

picture source: http://old.wallcoo.net/1440x900/sky_Flowers_02_1440x900/html/wallpaper21.html

Just Beet It, Beet It, Beet It, Beet It :)

2011-05-05T10:38:00.001+10:00

loved this! :)

Original Cross Stitch Pattern - Just Beet It

picture source: http://www.etsy.com/listing/62273002/pdf-pdf-original-cross-stitch-pattern

Have you got a 'To Do List' for today yet?

2011-05-03T06:46:00.000+10:00

If not, here's one that you may want to consider, or maybe just add to yours ;)

Have a nice day everyone!

More MJ KFC'ism :)

2011-05-02T06:38:00.000+10:00

at Monday's Michaelific Day

As I had a KFC-indulgence just this weekend ;) and thinking of Michael all the way through of course, thought I'd post some more KFC-themed MJ macros I found from other sites...

Psalm 139:1-18

2011-05-01T10:39:00.000+10:00

1 O LORD, You have searched me and known me.
2 You know my sitting down and my rising up;
You understand my thought afar off.
3 You comprehend my path and my lying down,
And are acquainted with all my ways.
4 For there is not a word on my tongue,
But behold, O LORD, You know it altogether.
5 You have hedged me behind and before,
And laid Your hand upon me.
6 Such knowledge is too wonderful for me;
It is high, I cannot attain it.

7 Where can I go from Your Spirit?
Or where can I flee from Your presence?
8 If I ascend into heaven, You are there;
If I make my bed in hell, behold, You are there.
9 If I take the wings of the morning,
And dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea,
10 Even there Your hand shall lead me,
And Your right hand shall hold me.
11 If I say, “Surely the darkness shall fall on me,”
Even the night shall be light about me;
12 Indeed, the darkness shall not hide from You,
But the night shines as the day;
The darkness and the light are both alike to You.

13 For You formed my inward parts;
You covered me in my mother’s womb.
14 I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
Marvelous are Your works,
And that my soul knows very well.
15 My frame was not hidden from You,
When I was made in secret,
And skillfully wrought in the lowest parts of the earth.
16 Your eyes saw my substance, being yet unformed.
And in Your book they all were written,
The days fashioned for me,
When as yet there were none of them.

17 How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God!
How great is the sum of them!
18 If I should count them, they would be more in number than the sand;
When I awake, I am still with You.

Psalm 139:1-18

Black Magic Woman by Santana

2011-04-30T10:59:00.000+10:00

"Black Magic Woman" is a song written by Peter Green that first appeared as a Fleetwood Mac single in various countries in 1968, subsequently appearing on the 1969 Fleetwood Mac compilation albums English Rose (US) and The Pious Bird of Good Omen (UK). In 1970, it became a classic hit by Santana, as sung by Gregg Rolie, reaching #4 in the U.S. and Canadian charts, after appearing on their Abraxas album, becoming more closely associated with Santana than Fleetwood Mac,

Santana's version, recorded in 1970, is a medley with Gábor Szabó's 1966 "Gypsy Queen", a mix of jazz, Hungarian folk and Latin rhythms. The song became one of Santana's staples and one of their biggest hits. Abraxas reached #1 on the charts and hit quadruple platinum in 1986, partially thanks to "Black Magic Woman." The Santana version is also used as a cover in the music/rhythm video games such as Guitar Hero III and Guitar Hero: On Tour while the master of Santana's version was made available as Downloadable content for Rock Band 3.

--- from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Whoa! just found more favourable excuses :)

2011-04-29T23:59:00.001+10:00

Dust If You Must

Dust if you must,
but wouldn't it be better
to paint a picture, write a letter

bake a cake, or plant a seed

ponder the difference between want and need.

Dust if you must,

but there is not much time

with rivers to swim and mountains to climb

music to hear and books to read

friends to cherish and life to lead.

Dust if you must,

but the world's out there

the sun in your eyes, the wind in your hair,

a flutter of snow, a shower of rain,

this day will not come round again.

Dust if you must,

but bear in mind,

old age will come and it's not kind.

And when you go, as go you must

You, yourself, will make more dust!

-- author unknown

The happy fridge!

2011-04-28T10:57:00.000+10:00

Wow! think if my fridge was like this, not only that I'd have many big smiles everytime I open it, might even help me to lose a few unwanted kilos as I would not want to take the items out at all :)

WTLB Quote For Today

2011-04-27T10:15:00.000+10:00

May today...

2011-04-26T13:22:00.000+10:00

May today there be peace within you.

May you trust God that you are exactly
where you are meant to be.
May you not forget the infinite possibilities
that are born of faith.
May you use those gifts that you have received,
and pass on the love that has been given to you.
May you be content knowing
that you are a child of God.
Let His presence settle into your bones,
and allow your soul the freedom to sing,
dance, and to bask in the sun.
It is there for each and every one of you.

--- author unknown

picture source: http://www.wunderground.com/blog/HeyBoyHowdy/comment.html?entrynum=14

Michael Jackson dancing with women

2011-04-25T06:51:00.000+10:00

A very beautifully done video; I'm very much pretty sure all MJ fans would so love this :)

... mind you, don't we just pretty much love all things-MJ?!

My favourite part in this clip? ... from 2:19; dang! just too hot to handle! :)

Who Is God?

2011-04-24T10:06:00.000+10:00

GOD is;
Lord Almighty,
Omnipotent King,
Lion of Judah,
Rock of Ages,
Prince of Peace,
King of Kings,
Lord of Lords,
Provider, Protector,
Paternal Leader,
Ruling Lord and
Reigning King of all the Universe.
He is Father,
He is Helper,
He is Guardian,
and He is GOD.

He is the First and the Last,
The Beginning and the End,
He is the Keeper of Creation and
Creator of all He keeps;
The Architect of the universe
And manager of all times.
He always was, He always is,
And always will be ...
unmoved, unchanged, undefeated,
and never undone.

He was bruised and bought healing.
He was pierced and eased pain.
He was persecuted and bought freedom.
He was dead and bought life.
He is risen and brings power.
He reigns and brings peace.

He is Light, Love, Longevity and Lord.
He is Goodness, Kindness, Gentleness, and GOD
He is Holy, Righteous, Mighty, Powerful and Pure.
His ways are right, His word is eternal,
His will is unchanging,
and His mind is on Me !

He is my Saviour,
He is my Guide,
He is my Peace,
He is my Joy,
He is my Comfort.
He is my Lord and He rules my life.
I serve Him because He is GOD
And is worthy to be served.

His bond is love,
His burden is light, and
His goal for me is abundant life.
I follow Him because He is ...
THE Wisdom,
THE Power of the powerful,
THE Ancient of Days,
THE Ruler of rulers,
THE Leader of leaders,
THE Overseer of over comers,
And Sovereign Lord of all
That was and is and is to come.

Now if that seems impressive to you,
Try this on for size ...
His goal is a relationship with ME!
He will never leave me,
Never forsake me,
Never mislead me,
Never forget me,
Never overlook me,
And never cancel my appointment in
His appointment book!

When I fall, He lifts me up.
When I fail, He forgives.
When I am weak, He is strong.
When I am lost, He is the way.
When I am afraid, He is my courage.
When I stumble, He steadies me.
When I am hurt, He heals me.
When I am broken, He mends me.
When I am blind, He leads me.
When I am hungry, He feeds me.
When I face trials, He is with me.
When I face persecution, He shields me.
When I face problems, He is the answer.
When I face loss, He provides for me.
When I face death, He carries me Home!

He is everything for everybody,
Everywhere, every time, and every way.
He is GOD,
He is faithful and true,
I am His and He is mine.

My Father in Heaven has already defeated
The father of this world,
And so if your asking why I stand and feel so secure,
Understand this ...
He said it, and that settles it!
GOD is in control,
I am on His side,
And that means all is well with my soul.
Everyday is a blessing for ...

Note: Source unknown. as I had this saved in my personal file (no link) for quite a while now.

Everyday is Earth Day

2011-04-22T14:49:00.000+10:00

Earth Day is a day that is intended to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth's natural environment. Earth Day was founded by United States Senator Gaylord Nelson as an environmental teach-in first held on April 22, 1970. While this first Earth Day was focused on the United States, an organization launched by Denis Hayes, who was the original national coordinator in 1970, took it international in 1990 and organized events in 141 nations. Earth Day is now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network, and is celebrated in more than 175 countries every year. Numerous communities celebrate Earth Week, an entire week of activities focused on environmental issues. In 2009, the United Nations designated April 22 International Mother Earth Day.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

A hundred and one percent adorable!

2011-04-21T18:08:00.003+10:00

Guess who this so cutie is impersonating ;)

Let us live but one day at a time...

2011-04-20T22:00:00.000+10:00

Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

There are two days in every week about which we should not worry,
Two days which should be kept free from fear and apprehension.

One of these days is YESTERDAY with its mistakes and cares,
its faults and blunders, its aches and pains.
YESTERDAY has passed forever beyond our control.

All the money in the world cannot bring back YESTERDAY.
We cannot undo a single act we performed, we cannot erase
a single word we said... YESTERDAY is gone.

The other day we should not worry about is TOMORROW, with its
possible adversities, its burdens, its large promise, and poor performance.
TOMORROW is also beyond our immediate control.

TOMORROW’S sun will rise,
either in splendor or behind a mask of clouds, but it will rise.
Until it does, we have no stake in TOMORROW, for it is as yet unborn.

This leaves only one day. TODAY
Any person can fight the battles of just one day.
It is only when you and I add the burdens of those two awful eternities,
YESTERDAY and TOMORROW that we break down.

It is not the experience of TODAY that drives us mad,
It is remorse or bitterness for something which happened YESTERDAY,
and the dread of what TOMORROW may bring.

Let us, therefore, live but one day at a time!

~Jennifer Kritsch~

text source: http://weeinspirations.com/onedayatatime.html

picture source: http://www.wall-mural.eu/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=89

Just something to reflect on...

2011-04-19T21:23:00.000+10:00

As I grew up, I've learnt that even the person who wasn't suppose to let you down, probably will.

You'll have your heart bROken & you'll break others too...

You'll fight with your best friend and you'll cry 'cause time is flying.

So... take a lot of pics, laugh too much, forgive and love like you have never been hurt.

Life comes with no guarantees, no timeouts and no second chances...So live it to the f.u.l.l.e.s.t.

Tell someone what he means to you, Dance in the rain, hold someone's hand, comfort a friend, take chances, fall in love, live every moment...

Because every moment you spend, is a second chance for happiness :)

text source: http://www.inspirational-poems.net/short-inspirational-stories/96-as-i-grew-up-ive-learnt-that
picture source: http://cutebabyfix.com/2007/10/23/laughing/

For a Michaelicious start of the week!

2011-04-18T07:00:00.000+10:00

Yes! DD of DD! (double dose of Dirty Diana) what with this so funny MJ macro and the very awesome music video! Enjoy (the drooling)! ^.^

MJ macro source::http://www.fanpop.com/spots/michael-jackson/images/20517152/title/dirty-diana-fanart

MJ's simply too hot, hot, hot to handle!!!

God Can

2011-04-17T08:43:00.000+10:00

When you feel unlovable, unworthy and unclean,

When you think that no one can heal you,

Remember, Friend,

God Can.

When you think that you are unforgivable

For your guilt and your shame

Remember, Friend,

God Can.

When you think that all is hidden

And no one can see within

Remember, Friend,

God Can.

And when you have reached the bottom

And you think that no one can hear

Remember my dear Friend

God Can.

And when you think that no one can love

The real person deep inside of you

Remember my dear Friend,

God Does.

--- Father Thomas

"All the children of the world should be lovin' each other wholeheartedly..."

2011-04-16T21:21:00.000+10:00

Can You Feel It, by The Jacksons

"Can You Feel It" was a hit recording by funk and soul group The Jacksons, recorded in March 1980 and released on September 22, 1980 as the first track on their album Triumph.

Written by brothers Michael and Jackie, the song featured solo leads by Randy and Michael. Released as a single in 1981, the song reached #77 on the pop charts and number thirty on the R&B charts in United States, but reached number six in the UK and number two in the Netherlands in 1981.

The accompanying video, directed by Bruce Gowers and Robert Abel, was noted for its remarkable special effects created by Robert Abel and Associates. Michael created the video's concept, and Tito's sons Taj and Taryll appeared as extras. In 2001, it was voted one of the 100 best videos of all time, in a poll to mark the 20th anniversary of MTV. The title was also used for a 2009 greatest hits compilation

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

"Can You Feel It?" Lyrics

Can you feel it, can you feel it, can you feel it!

If you look around
The whole world's coming together now yeah,
Can you feel it, can you feel it, can you feel it!
Feel it in the air
The wind is taking it everywhere yeah,
Can you feel it, can you feel it, can you feel it!

All the brothers of the world should be
Lovin' each other wholeheartedly.
Yes it's alright, take my message to your brother and tell him twice uh huh
Spread the word who tried to teach the man who is hatin' his brother,
When hate won't do
'cause we're all the same
Yes the blood inside of me is inside of you c’mon

Now tell me!

Can you feel it, can you feel it, can you feel it!
Can you see what's going down, you can fill it in your bones

Every breath you take,
Is someone's death in another place yeah
Every healthy smile
Is hunger and strife to another child yeah
But the stars do shine
And promising salvation is near this time. Yeah yeah
Can you feel it now,
So brothers and sisters
Shall we know how.

Now tell me!
Can you feel it, tell me can you feel it, can you feel it!
Can you see what's going down, you can fill it in your bones

All the children of the world should be
Lovin' each other wholeheartedly
Yes it's alright
Take my message to your brother and tell him twice uh huh
Take the news to the marchin' men
Who are killin' their brothers, when death won't do no no
Yes we're all the same
Yes the blood inside my veins is inside of you yeah yeah yeah yeah

Now tell me!
Can you feel it, can you feel it, can you feel it!
Can you feel it, can you feel it, can you feel it!
Can you feel it, can you feel it, can you feel it!
Can you feel it, can you feel it, can you feel it!
Can you feel it, can you feel it, can you feel it!
Can you feel it, can you feel it, can you feel it!

Just because...

2011-04-15T19:16:00.000+10:00

can't simply wait for Monday, my usual MJ posting day (tagged as MJ Mondays) to post this beautiful clip; and because anyway as today is Friday, a post-anything-day (Friday Free-days); and because I'm just so missing Michael extra more ... (and just because, I can always find an excuse to post any MJ'ism on any day I'd fancy to ^.^)

So here's The Eternal Love of my life;
with Off the wall medley plus gold pants?! whoa!!!

Live as if this is all there is...

2011-04-13T05:40:00.000+10:00

“Live with intention.

Walk to the edge.

Listen hard.
Practice wellness.

Play with abandon.

Laugh.

Choose with no regret.
Appreciate your friends.
Continue to learn.
Do what you love.

Live as if this is all there is.”

--- Mary Anne Radmacher

Another Day, Another 'Thank You'

2011-04-12T05:54:00.001+10:00

God,

thank You for giving me another day.

Let me face my troubles today

- the big and the small -

with a happy heart

filled with Your unending love.

Let me appreciate the moments of joy

You send me this day.

Let me see the cares of others

as an opportunity to bring

Your great compassion to those who most need it.

And God, I know that You see and know all things

- all of the world’s loveliness, and all of its harshness, too.

So on this day that You have given me,

I ask that I may bring Your joy with me

as I share myself with others.

And I pray that You will be warmed

by the happiness of Your children.

Finally, God, let me never forget

that in all things, in gladness or sorrow,

You who are all love and joy and hope

are always by my side.

Amen.

- prayer by St. Christopher

text source: http://www.turnbacktogod.com/category/prayers/page/33/

Love is his message...

2011-04-11T05:17:00.007+10:00

Michael Jackson Suzuki Commercial

In 1982, Michael Jackson did commercials advertising the Suzuki CL50 Love scooter in Japan. “Love is my message” is his catch-phrase and he has a sort of this unusual, but oh so cute squint at the end of each commercial; I was thinking, maybe, that's how the Japanese wink? ;) nevertheless though, Michael's 'winking' definitely added that more adorable flavour to these commercials;

Name It and Claim It. Believe It and Receive It. When you are DOWN to nothing… God is UP to something.

2011-04-10T13:16:00.000+10:00

A Prayer

Father, in the Name of Jesus, bless me even while I’m reading this prayer and bless the one that sent this to me in a special way. Open doors in our lives today, Save and set us free!

Give us a double portion of your Spirit as we take back everything that the devil has stolen:

Emotional Health
Physical Health
Finances
Relationships
Children
Jobs
Homes
Marriages

I cancel every plot, plan and scheme the enemy has devised against us in the NAME OF JESUS. And I declare: NO WEAPON FORMED AGAINST US WILL PROSPER.

I speak LIFE into every dead situation. And, I thank You that nothing is over until YOU say it’s over! Speak prophetically into our lives and to our situations:

*our households are blessed;
*our health is blessed;
*our marriages are blessed;
*our finances are blessed;
*our relationships are blessed;
*our businesses are blessed;
*our jobs are blessed;
*our children are blessed;
*our grandchildren are blessed;
*our parents are blessed;
*our siblings are blessed;
*our ministries are blessed;
*our decisions are blessed;
*our friends are blessed.

Our hearts’ desires are on the way; According to YOUR perfect will and plan for our lives.
YOU SAID YOU’D NEVER FORSAKE US! IN JESUS’ NAME! AMEN!

Say this prayer, and then send it to EVERYBODY YOU KNOW.
Within hours countless people will have prayed for you, and you will have caused a multitude of people to pray to God for each other.

--- source unknown