Heaven's Child

As I approach the birth of our third and fourth sons (Jonathan and James) I am thinking more and more about how Mary and Joseph felt as they brought their child into the world. Now PLEASE don't get me wrong. I am NOT implying that my children will be divine or holy. I completely understand that they will be little imperfect people. What I mean is that Jesus came into the world as a HUMAN baby boy. Mary went through the birthing process. Jesus had to be rocked to sleep and sung to by his parents. It is all so beautiful. I wonder what was going through Mary's heart and mind. I can hardly take it all in and it's just November 8th. Yet, Christmas really is everday isn't it?

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"God With Us"

Wow do I need this reminder DAILY! Our God is with us everyday in the form of Jesus our mediator. This is a beautiful song recorded in 1992 by Amy Grant. I hope you enjoy.

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A Gift of Music

Several years ago I was blessed to be a part of a wonderful Christmas musical based on the music of Michael W. Smith entitled Agnus Dei. I was the music director at Black Mtn. United Methodist church and we made it a joint effort with First Baptist in Black Mtn. It was an AMAZING experience. It was captured on video, unfortunately it's been lost (borrowed, stolen...something). So all I have are the memories that God has blessed me with. This is NOT my favorite song from the program, but once again it was one of the only ones that I could find on Youtube. We sang the program once at the baptist church using their conductor/soloists and then again at our church with our soloists and me conducting. It was a packed house, the Spirit was present and the music was enrapturing. It was one of the musical/spiritual highlights of my life. This blog really doesn't do it justice. I hope you enjoy just this sample from the listening CD.

Be blessed,
Janelle

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A Life Well Lived

So today I am praying for a life well lived. A life full of kingdom purpose and God honoring actions. I want to make a difference in the life of my husband, my children and my community. I am focusing on the positive instead of the negative. I am putting aside/behind all that distracts. I am grateful for my life. Oh, and I'm grateful that Christmas is only 50ish days away and the boys should be here in approx. 70 days. Life is good....

Today's song....
Natalie Grant's "I Believe"

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A Cradle in Bethlehem

Nat King Cole's version is spectacular too, but I couldn't find a video on youtube that I liked. However, Sara's version is very nice as well. This is Sara Groves. Enjoy....

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As Promised...

Sorry I missed yesterday. It was a CRAZY day! So here's two for your pleasure today.

Here's David Phelps' version of "O Holy Night"

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Oh and another one... Here's Joy Williams "Here With Us"



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November 1st...

This is the day that the Flint family officially starts listening to Christmas music. I've been listening to it for a few days on the down low because it makes me feel better. However, I LOVE this music. I am going to try and share one of my favs with you everyday between now and Christmas...

Today's fav....

MercyMe-Joseph's Lullaby

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I hope you enjoy as much as I do!!!