That's right all, your favorite 17 year old blogger named Holly Ogg, is getting geared up for Spring Break, starting on Monday! YIPPEE!!!! I can't wait for break!! I was just issued my LAST ENGLISH PACE!!!! I can't believe it in some ways and in others it seems as though it's been a long time in the works. grin! We are in the home stretch of my final school year, with only 18 more days to go, and a mere 5 and 1/2 weeks til' graduation!! WOW!!! Where has the year gone?? I have no idea but I do know that I am getting excited for that all important Saturday to arrive!! To think that in 38 days from now, I'll be already graduated and enjoying time spent with my family and friends! TOO COOL!! Pap-pa gave a thought provoking message on Sunday night about Anxiety and Fear, which I believe the Lord had him preach for me. I was worrying about the changes that were coming in my life and all the decisions that I have to make, and fully relying on God to take me through it all, just as He has done in every other rocky place I have been through. God is Good and Wise and He knows exactly what my life holds! What a privilege is mine to be counted as a child of the King of Kings!!
I must be going for now, but I'll post more soon!
Keep smilin' cause' Jesus loves you!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Friday, March 27, 2009
Bothered...
I was talking to a friend yesterday and we were talking about how alot of people struggle with music when they are trying to get somewhere spiritually. It seems that even people in the "holiness" movement have a tendency to listen to bad music, like country, "Christian" rock, etc. Brother Stephens was just at Coverts church for revival and brought out in a message that Satan was the leader of music in Heaven before he fell. In light of that, is it any wonder why people struggle with music? What other thing would the devil know more about than that of music? No wonder we are taught to be careful to what kind of music we listen to!
I have been very bothered recently by the lack of standards and the let down of holiness people everywhere. People say that if you aren't quite so strict, you'll get more people in to the church, offerings will go up, you'll be accepted more. But what is the cost of such philosophy? We are losing the fire of God, we are losing young people and older people, lost souls are still dying because we are not telling the truth to them any longer, and we ourselves are defeated. Just take time to look at pictures of the people that attend/ are in leadership of the places that we have held as Holiness places all our lives. FEW look like they did 20 years ago? 15 years ago? lets come on down to places that were still considered to be very conservative when I got to the age to understand these things. Now in some you can't hardly tell them apart from the world. I was talking to an older lady in our church for whom I have great respect, and we were talking about some Bible Schools. She said that one of them has girls in the choir who wear blush! Makeup allowed on a holiness schools campus?? Then she got talking about hairstyles. So many of the people now days are going with these funky hair dos that look like the world. Seemingly the big deal right now is to pull your hair straight back or let some of it drop down on your forehead so that from the front people can't tell if it's cut, you have bangs etc. You can go to the split skirts, long straight skirts, sandals, too low shirts, sleeves, and so on, but what about the internal problems?? Pride seems to ooze from most of our singers, our preachers, leaders, and so on. I could go on and on about the ideals of the holiness movement now days, but I need to bring this post to a close. I am not trying to be hard, but I am just so bothered by the way that we are going. I was reading about the Victorian Age in English and it was talking about, how Queen Victoria reigned for 60 years with a conservative view of things. Britain was a Bible-believing. God-fearing place for many years. Then people started becoming comfortable, and then they started getting restless and it wasn't long before Charles Darwin and Karl Marx came on the scene with Atheism and Agnosticism. The people embraced it because they had lost their principles on which they had been raised. They let the fire go out on their hearts and eventually their land. As I read that I felt stirred. How long have I sat in church services were God has been? I am becoming just as comfortable and complacent and these people did? If so, how long will it be before I embrace atheism? Yes I know people who have let down the standards do not claim to be atheists, but they may as well be. You see they obviously don't believe in God or else they would be scared to death to live without Him!!!!! Oh Jesus, Keep ME Stirred!!!!!!! I am closing this post with a chorus from the song Heritage Of Holiness.
I don't want to lose the vision,
I don't want to take for granted
The Heritage Of Holiness
that has been passed on!
I don't want to lose the fire
I don't want to lose the glory
and I long for His outpouring
all across the land!!!!!
With that thought, Keep praying for me!! I don't want to lose out spiritually!!
Holly
I have been very bothered recently by the lack of standards and the let down of holiness people everywhere. People say that if you aren't quite so strict, you'll get more people in to the church, offerings will go up, you'll be accepted more. But what is the cost of such philosophy? We are losing the fire of God, we are losing young people and older people, lost souls are still dying because we are not telling the truth to them any longer, and we ourselves are defeated. Just take time to look at pictures of the people that attend/ are in leadership of the places that we have held as Holiness places all our lives. FEW look like they did 20 years ago? 15 years ago? lets come on down to places that were still considered to be very conservative when I got to the age to understand these things. Now in some you can't hardly tell them apart from the world. I was talking to an older lady in our church for whom I have great respect, and we were talking about some Bible Schools. She said that one of them has girls in the choir who wear blush! Makeup allowed on a holiness schools campus?? Then she got talking about hairstyles. So many of the people now days are going with these funky hair dos that look like the world. Seemingly the big deal right now is to pull your hair straight back or let some of it drop down on your forehead so that from the front people can't tell if it's cut, you have bangs etc. You can go to the split skirts, long straight skirts, sandals, too low shirts, sleeves, and so on, but what about the internal problems?? Pride seems to ooze from most of our singers, our preachers, leaders, and so on. I could go on and on about the ideals of the holiness movement now days, but I need to bring this post to a close. I am not trying to be hard, but I am just so bothered by the way that we are going. I was reading about the Victorian Age in English and it was talking about, how Queen Victoria reigned for 60 years with a conservative view of things. Britain was a Bible-believing. God-fearing place for many years. Then people started becoming comfortable, and then they started getting restless and it wasn't long before Charles Darwin and Karl Marx came on the scene with Atheism and Agnosticism. The people embraced it because they had lost their principles on which they had been raised. They let the fire go out on their hearts and eventually their land. As I read that I felt stirred. How long have I sat in church services were God has been? I am becoming just as comfortable and complacent and these people did? If so, how long will it be before I embrace atheism? Yes I know people who have let down the standards do not claim to be atheists, but they may as well be. You see they obviously don't believe in God or else they would be scared to death to live without Him!!!!! Oh Jesus, Keep ME Stirred!!!!!!! I am closing this post with a chorus from the song Heritage Of Holiness.
I don't want to lose the vision,
I don't want to take for granted
The Heritage Of Holiness
that has been passed on!
I don't want to lose the fire
I don't want to lose the glory
and I long for His outpouring
all across the land!!!!!
With that thought, Keep praying for me!! I don't want to lose out spiritually!!
Holly
Thursday, March 26, 2009
ROTF LAUGHING!!!
This is HILARIOUS!! I definitely think that I'll use this for graduation! grin... Sit back and enjoy the laughs!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57RmlGawMxk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57RmlGawMxk
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Hello!
I have a new blog now! Check it out at www.apictureperfectmoment.blogspot.com
The link is on the side of my page as well! Let me know what you all think.
As for other news... I received English 1143 today and made a 95% on my test! Not too bad!! I don't have to work tonight so I get to go to church!!! I am totally excited!!! I have more to post but I gotta' run for now. Be back soon!!
Keep Smilin'!
The link is on the side of my page as well! Let me know what you all think.
As for other news... I received English 1143 today and made a 95% on my test! Not too bad!! I don't have to work tonight so I get to go to church!!! I am totally excited!!! I have more to post but I gotta' run for now. Be back soon!!
Keep Smilin'!
Thursday, March 19, 2009
In Loving Memory...
Of my Uncle Paul. Two years ago today Jesus called him home. We received a phonecall when we went on morning break at school that Uncle Paul was gone. I was always close to him and looked forward to seeing him every year. I remember us talking that last year he was here, about my taking him on a ride the next year, cause' then I'd have my permit. The last thing that I remember about him, was him hugging me and telling me that he loved me and was looking forward to seeing me drive for him next year. His last words to me were this, "Keep serving Jesus, Holly! I love you and I'll see you next year!" I hugged him again and left with my parents. Little did I know that that was last time I would hug him on this side of eternity... right at three weeks later Uncle Paul was in Heaven singing with the angels and worshipping at the feet of Jesus!
Uncle Paul, I miss you and love you very much! I'm so happy that you don't have to worry about giving yourself shots and taking medicine anymore, cause' now you're in a perfect body! No matter how much I miss you, I couldn't ask you to come back. You have been praising Jesus for two years and have been walking on the streets of gold! Oh how beautiful Heaven must be!!
Give Justin a hug for me and wait by the pearly gates cause' I'll be there to meet you in the morning!
Love,
Holly
I have so many family members over on the other side now that Heaven seems doubly sweet to me now! Most of all I want to see my Saviour and fall down and worship Him for He is worthy of all praise and honor! I am getting SO homesick for Heaven!!! I can't wait to go home!
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Surrounded By Love...
That's how I would describe how I felt on my Birthday. I do believe that this was my best birthday yet. I awoke to flowers and a balloon from my wonderful parents. I had a great breakfast and set off for school. upon my arrival, I was met at the door with cries of "Happy Birthday!" All day long, everyone was so sweet and did their best to give me the best birthday ever. From 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. my day was scattered with phone calls and text messages wishing me the best birthday ever. Family that was not here, friends from all around took time to let me know that I was being thought of. When I got to work about 3:45 I was given a gift from Wesley and Piper, two sweet little kids who go to church with me. Then, I was given an adorable pastry from Beth and her husband, David. The crew with whom I was supposed to work was, Miss Di, Beth, Stephanie and Sandy. Well, Beth got called in to work the day shift and Ariel took her place that night, but the original crew had been planning a surprise for me for over a week. I received a beautiful chocolate cake, flowers, a sweet card and five balloons! I was completely overwhelmed!! They went to so much work to make my night outstanding! Beth went and picked up the cake, Miss Di got my flowers, Sandy got the card, and Steph picked up the balloons... Could one ask for better people to work with?!? I certainly don't think so! Even the ones that didn't work that night made sure they told me "Happy Birthday" and that they would be thinking about me. I can't say a big enough THANK-YOU to the Wed. night crew for all that they did. I received much more than I deserve. You all are AWESOME!!!!!!
I want to thank my Mam-ma Schnell for the beautiful and very YUUMY cake she made for me. It was chocolate, of course, topped with the cutest little bee you've ever seen. She drew it off a picture and I loved it. Of course, her icing is my very favorite and I love to eat it by the spoonfuls, which makes my Mother go into convulsions!
When I got off work and came home, I found a box of chocolates that were handmade especially for me by Sister Flanagan! Her and Brother Flanagan gave me the sweetest card, too! I can't even begin to list everything that everyone did, but from my family, Jeff , Grace, and Nathan, and Flanagans to Bethany in North Carolina, to Dan and Gina in Pennsylvania, Everyone was incredible and did way too much!! Just wanted to take this time to let you all know that you are loved and greatly appreciated!! So, THANK-YOU, THANK-YOU to EVERYONE who made my seventeenth Birthday the greatest one yet!!!
To sum this post all up I feel like this. Incredibly Thankful to God for giving me the best family and friends, Totally overwhelmed by every one's generosity, and... surrounded by God's love and the love from all of you.
I want to thank my Mam-ma Schnell for the beautiful and very YUUMY cake she made for me. It was chocolate, of course, topped with the cutest little bee you've ever seen. She drew it off a picture and I loved it. Of course, her icing is my very favorite and I love to eat it by the spoonfuls, which makes my Mother go into convulsions!
When I got off work and came home, I found a box of chocolates that were handmade especially for me by Sister Flanagan! Her and Brother Flanagan gave me the sweetest card, too! I can't even begin to list everything that everyone did, but from my family, Jeff , Grace, and Nathan, and Flanagans to Bethany in North Carolina, to Dan and Gina in Pennsylvania, Everyone was incredible and did way too much!! Just wanted to take this time to let you all know that you are loved and greatly appreciated!! So, THANK-YOU, THANK-YOU to EVERYONE who made my seventeenth Birthday the greatest one yet!!!
To sum this post all up I feel like this. Incredibly Thankful to God for giving me the best family and friends, Totally overwhelmed by every one's generosity, and... surrounded by God's love and the love from all of you.
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Wednesday, March 11, 2009
HIJACKED BLOG!!!
Hi Holly!
OFFICIAL REPORT: Hi-jacking of Holly's blog
PURPOSE: Wishing Holly a Happy 17th Birthday.
HI-JACKER: Your Mom
Seriously, I just wanted to wish you a very happy birthday. So hard to believe that 17 years have passed since you were that tiny baby... time goes by so quickly but every minute I have had being your Mom has been priceless. I could never thank God enough for sending me my beautiful daughter.
You are always there for me and I want you to know how proud I am to be called your Mom.
Hope you have fun at work, can't wait til you get home!
I pray you will always keep close to Jesus and let Him lead your life.
Love you today and always!
Happy Birthday Honey!
Happy Birthday Honey!
Love,
Mom
Saturday, March 7, 2009
I really am still here!!!
Hello everybody! I know, I know its been a week since I posted, but I must admit, these last couple weeks have been CRAZY!!!! I have been working alot at DQ, and with school my days have been full, but happy! Plus all that have the storm cloud of stress hanging over my head, for I have an English Test coming this week!LOL!!
Well, as most of you if not all of you know, My Birthday is in 4 more days! I am getting pretty excited! If you need my address or anything let me know...LOL!!! Just Kidding! I promise to post some Birthday pictures of my presents etc.! Wish all of you were here to share my special day!
As for an update on Graduation, My invitations and cap and gown are ordered! The invitations are beautiful!!! All of you will get one so don't worry about what it looks like, you'll know soon enough!! smile!! I decided on white daisies and mini yellow carnations for the flowers. I have decided on many other things, but I am not going to share anything else right now! grin! If I give you too much info you'll think you don't have to come for the "Commencement Exercises" and I can't let you think that! smile!!
I cannot let you go without giving you my Scripture Saturday tidbit. For the Scripture I would like to use Psalms 42:1 KJV
As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God.
How very true that is for me!! I long to know God in all His fullness and glory. He is everything that I need and want! There is no other way that holds any interest to me. I have seen the way the devil works in other people's lives, wrecking them and destroying their hope. Jesus answered my hearts cry and brought me out from the pit of darkness and sin! Is it any wonder that I love Him and want to serve Him? The song, "As A Deer," basically says exactly how I feel. I pray that this verse and this song will speak to your heart just as it has to mine!
As The DeerAs the deer panteth for the water
So my soul longeth after Thee You alone are my heart's desire
And I long to worship Thee
You're my friend and You are my brother
Even though You are a king I love You more than any other
So much more than anything
I want You more than gold or silver
Only You can satisfy You alone are the real joy giver
And the apple of my eye
CHORUS:
You alone are my strength, my shield
To You alone may my spirit yield
You alone are my heart's desire
And I long to worship Thee
And all the people said... Amen.
I cannot finish this post without saying a belated Happy 5th Birthday to Emily! I Love you, Emmy Lane, and hope and pray that you will always follow Jesus!!
Also, remember Dan, Gina, and Baby Hellmann in prayer. They had some problems this week and need our continued prayers for God's help.
Hope all of you have a great Sunday worshipping the Lord! Keep smilin' because Jesus loves you very much!
Holly
Well, as most of you if not all of you know, My Birthday is in 4 more days! I am getting pretty excited! If you need my address or anything let me know...LOL!!! Just Kidding! I promise to post some Birthday pictures of my presents etc.! Wish all of you were here to share my special day!
As for an update on Graduation, My invitations and cap and gown are ordered! The invitations are beautiful!!! All of you will get one so don't worry about what it looks like, you'll know soon enough!! smile!! I decided on white daisies and mini yellow carnations for the flowers. I have decided on many other things, but I am not going to share anything else right now! grin! If I give you too much info you'll think you don't have to come for the "Commencement Exercises" and I can't let you think that! smile!!
I cannot let you go without giving you my Scripture Saturday tidbit. For the Scripture I would like to use Psalms 42:1 KJV
As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God.
How very true that is for me!! I long to know God in all His fullness and glory. He is everything that I need and want! There is no other way that holds any interest to me. I have seen the way the devil works in other people's lives, wrecking them and destroying their hope. Jesus answered my hearts cry and brought me out from the pit of darkness and sin! Is it any wonder that I love Him and want to serve Him? The song, "As A Deer," basically says exactly how I feel. I pray that this verse and this song will speak to your heart just as it has to mine!
As The DeerAs the deer panteth for the water
So my soul longeth after Thee You alone are my heart's desire
And I long to worship Thee
You're my friend and You are my brother
Even though You are a king I love You more than any other
So much more than anything
I want You more than gold or silver
Only You can satisfy You alone are the real joy giver
And the apple of my eye
CHORUS:
You alone are my strength, my shield
To You alone may my spirit yield
You alone are my heart's desire
And I long to worship Thee
And all the people said... Amen.
I cannot finish this post without saying a belated Happy 5th Birthday to Emily! I Love you, Emmy Lane, and hope and pray that you will always follow Jesus!!
Also, remember Dan, Gina, and Baby Hellmann in prayer. They had some problems this week and need our continued prayers for God's help.
Hope all of you have a great Sunday worshipping the Lord! Keep smilin' because Jesus loves you very much!
Holly
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