Through God, i know i can learn to forgive, and love the way he loved me. CCV's service was awesome this morning! PTL. -Audrey

Today marks one year with Melody Farol Cruz. God has done amazing work in our lives and He continues to daily. PTL. - Julian

The anatomy of animals, their behaviors, their diets, and practically everything about them I find amazing. Even though some of them are super wack looking (like the sea kitten, for example), God is so creative in how He so intricately designed each and every one of them in their own unique way. PTL. -RJ

Today, my baby girl is one month old, God so good. PTL. - Geneyem

I watched Facing the Giants for the first time today. I don't usually cry... but I felt a tear rolling down my cheek during the end of the movie. I was reminded to give the honor to God and that he is always in control - PTL! - Marlo

VBS 2009 has finally come to a close. There was something extra special about this year, debuting many of our former students as now first-year staffers. They revitalized the morale and energy of our team as a whole -- I truly believe it.

The gospel is really an amazing thing. It can flex and form to be digested by children so young, yet remain compelling and convicting to adults so old...that's the nature of something that can only be true. PTL. - Julian

My grandma passed away yesterday afternoon. Even though it hurts, I am thankful that I got to be there with her. What was encouraging was just seeing my mom and how even though her heart was breaking soo much and she was just crying and kissing my grandma's face (even though she was already unconscious), my mom was just praising God for preparing the best for my grandma, the best timing, and saying to her that she can go in peace because there is nothing on this world that is worth her clinging onto, and just saying hallelujah, how she is going to be with Jesus and the angels are picking her up and everything. It is so sad when you see your mom like a little girl and saying ma ma just like you say it, but so touching that in such pain she can really praise the Lord- Shaina

In my attempt to vacate a very tight parking spot and not dent a car with the front of my own vehicle I ended up rear-ending someone else with my spare tire, resulting in a dent the size of my fist. (not very fortuitous). But anyway, I was freaking out thinking in my head what this would mean to my insurance when the owner, plus all the witnesses, came over to comfort me, telling me that it wasn't that big of a deal, it was an accident, and not to worry. (thank you CICC members for the encouragement) But it didn't get rid of all of my disappointment. I was still very stressed and upset with myself; trying to pull it all together for VBS graduation when I got a call from the guy who I hit. He told me that the dent was gone.

"What?" I said, "Are you serious?"

And he told me, "Yeah, it totally popped out by itself."

PTL for God's amazing gift of providence. How a completely devastating situation for me was totally erased and is now brought forth for the glory of God. -Aarika

My wrist has been hurting since Monday and the doctor said I could'nt go back to work till Saturday. I didn't work that many hours last week and I didn't work at all this week. PTL I don't have to work this week and that I can rest in the afternoon. I would be so tired and it would be a lot harder to take care of the babies at VBS if I had to go to work. God is great. :] PTL! -Bhianne

God is sending me to lunch with a neighbor in the community. Pray that I get to share the gospel with him and love him as I love myself. PTL. -PJ

I came home from work, and found my parents texting and Facebooking. Happy days. PTL. -Jacquie

(I was listening in on Eric's first real teaching gig at VBS)

eric: Peter soon became afraid and He turned away from Jesus causing him to begin sinking in the water. He cried out to the Jesus to help him and Jesus came, pulling up and bringing him onto the boat. What if that happened to you? What if Jesus saved you from nearly drowning? What would you say to him?

matthew: I'd ask for his autograph.

8-9 year olds have a humour that never ceases to make the Bible more exciting because it is a valid, honest, and logical humour that makes you think, "Why didn't I think of that?"

In all honesty. Jesus is much more famous and much more important than any other celebrity this world could ever offer.

PTL for the reminder of fresh faith and how we should always fight for our faith to be like that -Aarika

My parents have given me so much more than i need, and have provided for me in ways i forget about everyday. Like buying the detergent so i can have clean clothes, ketchup & mayo for my sandwhichs, clothes when i need new ones, camera memory cards, a lap top, milk for my cereal...the list is endless. I know i need to show them the same generosity they have shown me, cause compared to most people in America, i've got it good. God truly gave me some amazing parents that love me more than i can tell. Thanks mom & dad, i love you! PTL for you! -Audrey

Today we had our first day of our VBS and we had about 97 students...wow God is great and can you imagine 97 people are going to learn about Jesus!! PTL. - Geneyem

Vbs is coming . Kids will learn about GodPTL. -EJ

Today, God provided plenty of food for our weekly community feed & extra volunteers to help clean up. He is faithful! PTL.

- Steven

Today, the four of us went to the mall to get free chocolate pieces from Godiva then headed to Mimi's Cafe for really good free breakfast entrees. God is soo good in providing for us and giving us great things. PTL. - Geneyem

"Somehow my weak glance has overwhelmed you. And somehow my weak love, it has stolen away Your heart." PTL for Your grace and love I so do not deserve and can just barely fathom. thank you jesus. thank you - Shaina

Tonight, the Sidekick I'm borrowing long-term decided to erase all my contacts, including those on the SIM card. The numbers stored on the SIM has never been erased until tonight. How mysterious. In any matter, PTL. -Jacquie

¡dale praise al Dios!

On Sunday, my parents and I were going out of town. On our way, my dad realized he forgot his sunglasses, so we had to go back for them. My parents said that on the freeway there was so much traffic because there had been an accident just minutes ahead of us. If we had left at the planned time, who knows where they would have been at that time. PTL.

Same time. We were going to leave pretty early, I thought I wasn't going to be able to go to church. Since my dad forgot his sunglasses, I had a minute to talk to my bro (who was going with us but driving separately). He said they were going to church first before they leave, so I decided to hop out of the car and ride with them instead. Worship and the message were Amazing. PTL!
-Noreen

My dad was driving our giant super bus/van on the freeway with jacki,me,jude,mom,and jacki's baby and a driver suddenly braked and my dad was able to react quick enough and save us from a huge accident. I PTL because my dad is such a great driver and handyman. i love my familia PTL-E.J.

Today, I'm hungry. But I'm not starving. I know my God will provide and I have no reason to worry. PTL. -Julian

My brother is usually very protective of his stuff - especially if it's his car. Today he let me drive his car home after hanging out with me - even though it's stick and I'm noob at it. PTL for giving me a brother that is kind enough to set aside his love of a material to provide me with a learning experience! PTL PTL! - Marlo

God is my Father. PTL. -Alex

Yesterday, we had another meeting to prepare for our upcoming VBS! Not only is it super fun and exciting, but praise God for the leadership and enthusiasm to serve the community and spread the gospel through this event. PTL! -Melody