tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11187376.post115324327668641507..comments2023-07-06T09:34:41.235-06:00Comments on To Know and Believe: Yesterday: A Snapshot Look into My WorldJaclynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00563398572239008621noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11187376.post-1153804918684369802006-07-24T23:21:00.000-06:002006-07-24T23:21:00.000-06:00I agree, you must read the Screwtape Letters!!! I...I agree, you must read the Screwtape Letters!!! I would love to re-read it again, but alas, my copy is lock in a basement in France, and checking it out of the library seems limitying as scribbling notes everywhere on the pages would be frowned upon by future readers...<BR/>Jaclyn, you are such an inspiration to me. You have no idea how the Lord has used you in the past few months to encourage me. Thanks for being a blessing, thanks for being a friend.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11187376.post-1153779628590829952006-07-24T16:20:00.000-06:002006-07-24T16:20:00.000-06:00:) Where Screwtape is concerned I've found that th...:) Where Screwtape is concerned I've found that the discipline of slow reading is necessary. It's tempting and easy to just plough through the short letters yet I think it is better to just take one at a time and let it sink in, meditate on it.<BR/><BR/>As for games, I'm both analytical and competitive! :) I've always loved games both mental and physical and always like to play well and like to play to win. I'm happy to say though, that over the years I've managed to gain control over my need to win and have become much more graceful in defeat and able to let a game go if the atmosphere is becoming a little too serious. :)<BR/><BR/>Apart from wide games outdoors, I enjoy many games indoors. Various card games are fun although the less skill there is involved and the more it comes down to just plain luck the more bored I get. I did enjoy a strategy adventure game called Duel of Ages but it often takes a while to play and has a steep learning curve at first so we don't often play. A recent game I found that is both simple, fun and challenging is Tsuro. 2-8 players. I recommend that one. Then there are always the party games like Cranium et al. I also picked up a game called 'Kill Dr. Lucky' which is often described as 'Pre Clue'. Instead of solving the murder you're trying to commit it. Not as easy as it seems though since everyone is gunning for the good doctor and will foil each others attempts so that they can be the one who finally gets him. Not as dark as it sounds, it's actually quite fun.<BR/><BR/>Oh and of course, now and again a Bible trivia game will show up.<BR/><BR/>The only other thing I love to do is make up my own games involving the people there. I find that in a varied group tastes for games differ, however the one thing everyone has in common is that they're insterested in their friends. Therefore there have been a few occasions where I've written a list of topics or questions and each person with a pen and paper has to answer those (maybe 10) questions for themselves. After it's done, I read out the answers and everyone tries to figure out who the person is from their answers. <BR/><BR/>I'll try all sorts of games and find I enjoy most. I just love to be with others who love games and enjoy taking the time to interact.<BR/><BR/>It also helps that a good friend of mine is a manager of a Game Daze store here in Tucson so I get to try all sorts of things. :)<BR/><BR/>My, my, I'm writing an essay, I'll head off, God bless.Galanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02693922528416475717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11187376.post-1153756857729525002006-07-24T10:00:00.000-06:002006-07-24T10:00:00.000-06:00Galant,Surprisingly enough, I have not read The Sc...Galant,<BR/>Surprisingly enough, I have not read The Screwtape Letters...yet. My brother has read it several times and is always telling me I must read it. I will some day I am sure! <BR/><BR/>Thank you for your encouragement and admonishment. Your words are so true. I love serving, I love having people in our home and I love reading God's Word. That is why, when I face such a bad attitude as I had that day, I know something is seriously wrong. I did spend time that evening reading the Bible and I felt God's peace, forgiveness and strength wash over me. <BR/><BR/>God has been teaching me, through my study of Ephesians, that all spiritual blessings are mine in Christ (Eph.1:3). Everything I need for life and godliness was given to me the day I first believed (2 Pet. 1:3). It is only my lack of wisdom that hinders my ability to use the gifts God has given to me. When I feel overwhelmed, frustrated and impatient I am sinning, obviously, but I am also refusing to use the abundance of Christ-likeness that the Spirit can produce.<BR/><BR/>Anyway, a week has passed since that day. I have faced more ups and downs, but can wholeheartedly say that I am more like Jesus this Monday than I was last Monday! <BR/><BR/>Yes, yes, dear Settlers. That games is addicting. A missionary friend of ours who is here on retreat brought the game with him. He does not have any of the expansions... what are they like? My brother and I have been thinking about making our own board! My mom said she thought it would be fun to make a version of the game that is like "make a meal" where you have to collect things like flour, eggs and sugar. She said it would be the girl's version of Settlers. :-P<BR/><BR/>Hahaha... to join our family for a game would be an educational experience for you. My mom, dad, Ben and I all have such different game personalities. My mom and Ben are highly competitive. My dad analyzes everything. Me, on the other hand... I am neither competitive (unless it is a game against myself) nor do I analyze the whole game. I need a consistent flow and a short amount of time between my turns. THUS the reason I like Settlers. There is always something to do between MY actual turn since there is interaction with people during their turns. <BR/><BR/>What are some other games you like?<BR/><BR/>Blessings!Jaclynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00563398572239008621noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11187376.post-1153612596153445452006-07-22T17:56:00.000-06:002006-07-22T17:56:00.000-06:00Wow, sounds like a full house and a full day.Have ...Wow, sounds like a full house and a full day.<BR/><BR/>Have you ever read the Screwtape letters? A few of those come to mind. This is one of those days where Lewis comes in handy. BLess the Lord at the end of it and don't beat yourself up. Focus on the people and enjoy it all -live for eternity in the present. :) Such great advice.<BR/><BR/>Be blessed this day Jaclyn and every day - be a blessing to those around - that which you do for the least of these......He smiles when you serve. He who would be greatest among men must be a ....?<BR/><BR/>Just some verses that have come back to my mind recently.<BR/><BR/>If all else fails, grab the Bible and start reading, if that seems hard, do it with someone else, in person if possible, and read out loud. DOn't talk or anything at first, just go with the aim to read. Things'll pick up from there.<BR/><BR/>As for Settlers - was that the game you referred to? I just have to say...that game is absolutely marvellous!! Love it! Have you played with any of the expansions? They are also very good. <BR/><BR/>Makes me want to invade one of your family/friends game evenings!! :)Galanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02693922528416475717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11187376.post-1153347208579315002006-07-19T16:13:00.000-06:002006-07-19T16:13:00.000-06:00Hey, Rachel recommended this book...she said it wa...Hey, Rachel recommended this book...she said it was as good as "And the Bride Wore White" (which is excellent!)<BR/><BR/>http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0768430046/sr=1-1/qid=1153340812/ref=pd_bbs_1/102-6959721-6417759?ie=UTF8&s=booksDawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15701196008966279600noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11187376.post-1153261425545560342006-07-18T16:23:00.000-06:002006-07-18T16:23:00.000-06:00Sorry I could not be there to help cheer you up at...Sorry I could not be there to help cheer you up at work. However, apparently God didn't have that scheduled for you. Thank you for your transparency. It is uplifting as you speak of Christ as All.Dawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15701196008966279600noreply@blogger.com