Koinonia

Happy Holidays!

nsmkoinonia — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 20:32:09 +0000

Well, Thanksgiving is over, and so offically we are now in “Christmas mode.” Which means… lots of busy schedules. With that in mind, Koinonia will only be meeting for the next two Tuesday nights. Then, we will be on a break through January and resume in February! There will still be activities going on, so I will keep you posted on everything that’s happening. God bless!!

Accepting our purpose

nsmkoinonia — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 03:35:31 +0000

Tonight we talked about Esther and how God used her in an influential position. Every place you are, the people you come into contact with, are not an accident. God has a plan for you everyday. You can choose to be a part of His plans, to follow the path He has for your life. Everyone has the opportunity to impact their world for Christ!

Reflections on God’s Goodness (2 Years Later)

nsmkoinonia — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 16:51:15 +0000

Today is November 9th, and as I look at this date, I reflect back on what this date has been for me in the last two years. November 9th 2005, I was pregnant with our first child, and had just received the news that our baby of 12 weeks was gone. It was the worst news I had ever gotten, and was completely crushed to find out that our dreams of having a baby were not going to happen. On November 11th 2005, I had the surgery that offically ended my first pregnancy.

Those were some very dark days for me. Many days I wasn’t sure if I could get out of bed and go on with life, with thoughts of me never having a child. However, in the midst of the valley, I grew so much closer to my Savior than I ever had before. I found comfort only in His Word and His promises. This verse resonated in my mind each time I prayed for a child…”Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart.” Psalm 37:4

Flash forward to November 9th 2006, I was pregnant with our second child, Caledonia Marie. We had already heard that precious little heartbeat and seen an ultrasound several times. I was preparing to go on bedrest, as Callie was anxious to make her entrance into the world. It was a wonderful time, getting to rest and prepare for the little blessing I was about to have. Each kick and movement was God’s reassurance that everything was in His hands.

And now, November 9th 2007… as I sit here writing this, I have a beautiful little daughter playing in her toy basket in the next room. Each morning that I get to see that precious little face looking at me (no matter how early), I am amazingly blessed and grateful for God’s gift. Each of her smiles is a reminder of God’s goodness, and His restoration. Truly, we serve a great God!

How great are God’s plans?

nsmkoinonia — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 03:25:54 +0000

In tonight’s Bible Study we talked about the plans God has for our lives. How can you make yourself more available for His purposes? Remember, God looks for hearts that are committed to Him!

Feedback

nsmkoinonia — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 01:56:59 +0000

Let me know what you all think of Koinonia so far. Are you enjoying the Bible studies? What do you like best about Koinonia?

First Post

nsmkoinonia — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 01:08:21 +0000

Hello young ladies! This blog will be a place where everyone involved in Koinonia can talk, discuss the Bible Study, list prayer requests, etc. I will be posting different questions or ideas for you to discuss on the blog from time to time as well. I’m so excited that you all are a part of this amazing ministry we’re starting. It is truly an honor to be leading such a great group of young women! God bless!!

In Him,

Hannah