Song: “It Is You” by Newsboys
Jake and I were able to attend the Winter Jam 2011 when they came to Greenville, SC and hear the Newsboys in concert that night. “It Is You” was one of the songs I enjoy from the Newsboys. It realigns my focus and helps me remember who/what life truly is about.
Song: “Glory Of It All” by David Crowder Band
Jake and I were able to hear the David Crowder Band in concert at the Winter Jam 2011 in Greenville, SC. The phrase “We Will Never Be the Same” really stood out to me in this song. Do I look like everyone else or is there something different about me? I have the privilege to know the one true God, yet there are days I am convinced no one sees His love, kindness and mercy in my life. He knew me before I was born and will be with me until the end of time. May we reflect His goodness in our lives because he truly is the one who deserves our praise “for the glory of it all”!
Song: “Rescue” by Newsong
We got to hear Newsong in concert at Winter Jam 2011! It was great hearing them sing, they have several really neat songs. I picked this song for the week because He has to rescued me many times in the past and I know he will continue to in the future. He is faithful every day even when I fail.
Song: “7 x 70” by Chris August
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITh9IH1p-ME&feature=related
Jake and I was able to hear Chris August sing this song at Winter Jam 2011. Even though everyone’s circumstances are unique we all have past mistakes, guilt, and hurt in our lives. There were two simple phrases from the song that stood out to me that night “I thought the pain was here to stay, but forgiveness made a way” and “I forgive you”. We often hold onto the past or struggle with the present. As humans we will make mistakes every day and hurt the people we love. I am thankful that we the opportunity to forgive and be forgiven so we can allow God heal the wounds in our lives.
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!
