Winter Jam 2011 – Blessings Multiplied

Song: “Words I Would Say” by Sidewalk Prophets

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fpKwja0j50&feature=related

I think it is important to share our joy with others. Each one of us has the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those around us. It was great hearing Sidewalk Prophets in concert at Winter Jam 2011. This is one of the songs they sang during the concert. As I think about the song even after the concert the more I realize how convicting the message is because I often shy away from a chance to share with the people in my life. Actions do speak louder than words but sometimes a simple word of encouragement or sharing a testimony of how God is working in your life may go long way!

Song: “Only You can Save” by Chris Sligh

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BetSXRwAl1k

Jake and I had the opportunity to attend Winter Jam 2011 in Greenville, SC at the Bi-Lo Center a few weeks ago where we heard Chris Sligh sing this song live. The chorus beginning with “I wanna love because you love….” stuck in my head. Great song about God’s love and that he alone can save us. A couple really neat facts about Chris Sligh is that he was on American Idol and is from Greenville, South Carolina. If you haven’t heard this song you should listen to it.

Family Celebrations: Valentine’s Date with My Man!

Winter Jam Tour Spectacular 2011 — 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.