• Song: He Knows My Name by Francesca Battistelli

    Once you are a child of the King he will forever know your name.  God can use you.  You don’t need to be famous in order to make an impact on the world around you.

    Spent today in a conversation
    In the mirror face to face with
    somebody less than perfect
    I wouldn’t choose me first if
    I was looking for a champion
    In fact I’d understand if
    You picked everyone before me
    But that’s just not my story
    True to who You are
    You saw my heart
    and made
    Something out of nothing

    I don’t need my name in lights
    I’m famous in my Father’s eyes
    Make no mistake
    He knows my name
    I’m not living for applause
    I’m already so adored
    It’s all His stage
    He knows my name oh, oh,

    He calls me chosen, free forgiven, wanted, child of the King,
    His forever, held in treasure…
    I am loved

    I don’t need my name in lights…
    I’m famous in my Father’s eyes…

  • Born In Me by Francesca Battistelli

    Everything inside me cries for order
    Everything inside me wants to hide
    Is this shadow an angel or a warrior?
    If God is pleased with me, why am I so terrified?
    Someone tell me I am only dreaming
    Somehow help me see with Heaven’s eyes
    And before my head agrees, my heart is on its knees
    Holy is He. Blessed am I.

    Be born in me, be born in me
    Trembling heart, somehow I believe that You chose me
    I’ll hold you in the beginning, You will hold me in the end
    Every moment in the middle, make my heart your Bethlehem
    Be born in me

    All this time we’ve waited for the promise
    All this time You’ve waited for my arms
    Did You wrap yourself inside the unexpected
    So we might know that Love would go that far?

  • Song: “Beautiful” by Francesca Battistelli

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUyR4-2g68M&feature=related

    We were able to hear Francesca Battistelli in concert a couple months ago.  It was great hearing her sing and learn a little more about her.  She sang several songs that evening so it was hard to pick one of my favorites.  This song stands out to me and I love beautiful things.  The most beautiful gift I have been given is grace and mercy even though I am totally undeserving.

     

  • Family Celebrations: Valentine’s Date with My Man!

    Winter Jam 2011 at Bi-Lo Center in Greenville, SC!

    Jake and I had the opportunity to celebrate Valentine’s Day on Friday, February 11, 2011.  We had friends swap  babysitting duties with us so we knew the girls would be in good hands while we were out for the evening.   While we were brainstorming fun and unique ways we could spend our Valentine’s Date we realized that it was the same night that Winter Jam 2011 was coming to Greenville.  Since neither of us had ever been to any concerts before we decided to give it a try since it only cost $10 per person to get in.

    After deciding what to do we talked with a couple friends and realized that the concert usually sells out so we had backup plans just in case.  That night Jake picked up Subway sandwiches and we ate while standing in line to get into the Bi-Lo Center.  When we arrived the lines were pretty defined but after only a few minutes it soon became a crowd with standing room only.  I am not a tall person and thankful that I don’t get claustrophobic in large crowds standing because every one was standing close together.

    We made it into the Bi-Lo Center and managed to get front row balcony seats!  When I went to the restroom Jake left a small pretty gold package on my chair……  I hadn’t realized it but he had saved up his money to buy me a necklace that I could wear with the other one he gave me for our 7th Anniversary for dressier events! He is so sweet and thoughtful!  I share will with you in a later post a little more about the necklace!

    We have never been to a concert much less a Christian Concert with so many people and artists!  It was neat hearing their songs and testimonies throughout the night.  The night starting off with Chris Sligh who is from Greenville, South Carolina.  We also heard songs from Chris August, Sidewalk Prophets, NewSong, Red, Francesca Battistelli, Kutless, David Crowder Band and the NewsBoys.  Tony Nolan gave an encouraging and challenging message and KJ-52 was an entertaining MC.  Here are some pictures from our Date Night.  It was a neat experience and moving to see so many people in attendance worshiping together.

    Chris Sligh from Greenville, SC started the Winter Jam 2011 evening.
    Chris August at Winter Jam 2011

    "Sidewalk Prophets" started with their backs to us!

    "Red" had neat fire and smoke shooting through the air at various times. The speakers were blown on our side after their performance, it was pretty loud!
    KJ-52 was a great MC at Winter Jam 2011!
    "Newsong" at Winter Jam 2011!
    Francesca Battistelli at Winter Jam, neat songs and her husband plays the drums in her band!

    Tony Nolan sharing scripture & his testimony with everyone at Winter Jam 2011
    David Crowder Band at Winter Jam 2011
    Winter Jam 2011 - "Kutless" performing!
    "Newsboys" drummer at Winter Jam 2011!
    Newsboys singing at Winter Jam 2011

    Newsboys on risers at Winter Jam!
    Winter Jam 2011 was a sold out crowd at the Bi-Lo Center in Greenville, SC!