tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.comments2022-11-20T03:23:29.740-05:00MoreLikeMarthaCassiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05488207053253335171noreply@blogger.comBlogger62125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-46422205734310093392016-10-18T01:49:32.531-04:002016-10-18T01:49:32.531-04:00Very well-said. I hate seeing this happen to peopl...Very well-said. I hate seeing this happen to people who genuinely want to better themselves. This reminds me of the main character's story in the movie "Life of a King". Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02204736325585313060noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-23715684476524551862015-12-11T07:25:48.938-05:002015-12-11T07:25:48.938-05:00HUM is truly a God send Blessing!!! We thank God E...HUM is truly a God send Blessing!!! We thank God EVERYDAY for you and your vision. Thank you for being such a blessing in so many lives!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09677941858084696784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-44248685516482979162012-04-03T08:48:35.096-04:002012-04-03T08:48:35.096-04:00I'm sure your head is swimming with thoughts, ...I'm sure your head is swimming with thoughts, as mine would be from attending a conference and being inspired. But, it's hard, then, to know exactly what to do--because not all situations are the same. And there's that whole change thing--never met with ease, smiles or understanding AT FIRST....<br /><br />But, it is about doing the BEST thing and not just ANY thing.<br /><br />Please continue to teach us and inspire us as you have, 'cause it's not just systems that need changing....Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-32774304633209554672010-04-15T13:11:35.094-04:002010-04-15T13:11:35.094-04:00Cassie, this is the first report I've read fro...Cassie, this is the first report I've read from someone who has been in Haiti since the earthquake that has presented another side of the Haitian people that I hadn't heard--that some are not grateful, not helpful in the cause of their own people. I read often of problems at the highest levels, but people not helping their own? The American mentality, as you suggest?<br /><br />Tough to read.... Yet, I know you saw the goodness in the children, and maybe it is through those children that there will be change. Jesus knew about that, too. As you have said to me before, you can rebuild their country and fix a lot of things, but....? Does that really fix anything? We're talking about heart change, here.<br /><br />Surely, more prayers.... that more and more will see God and speak God and act God! Thank you for your service and outpouring of love!Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-19507064096870887142010-03-27T01:14:27.278-04:002010-03-27T01:14:27.278-04:00I'm sorry that happened. Please be careful. ...I'm sorry that happened. Please be careful. Cassie, I know you want to help people but sometimes their reclamation goes beyond even our best deeds and intentions. There are evil people out there who will CHOOSE to take the thorny path and, as you well know from your work at TPI, will often wear the face of a diamond in the rough. There is often nothing diamond like about that person- but plenty of rough. I'm sorry you and others who wanted to believe in his reclamation got scammed, shammed and your trust was betryaed. He may remember your kindness when he's strung out or facing death and then maybe he'll wish he hadn't sullied the gifts that all of you provided. Be careful.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00176381430681190947noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-18156732005183167242010-01-30T09:54:52.244-05:002010-01-30T09:54:52.244-05:00Beautiful!Beautiful!Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10443979655819984309noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-37515176726201132982010-01-26T21:03:09.760-05:002010-01-26T21:03:09.760-05:00I wish there were more people like you. ValerieI wish there were more people like you. ValerieValeriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07776943141903185467noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-12543123346813388792010-01-04T08:07:44.604-05:002010-01-04T08:07:44.604-05:00This is such a stirring annual report, Cassie. And...This is such a stirring annual report, Cassie. And if you touched the FM in any way, you can understand the work God is doing here. I loved being able to work alongside Tanisha that day in the clothes room. The joy in her attitude about everything she does just stops you in your tracks to check your own supply.<br /><br />I'm thankful to God for you, for your tireless efforts in keeping this ministry running, for what He is doing in your life and in the lives of so many. Looking forward to another year of serving Him!Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-28135887927935250132009-11-25T13:24:07.992-05:002009-11-25T13:24:07.992-05:00What wise words Sue J.
Teacher/Author Priscilla S...What wise words Sue J.<br /><br />Teacher/Author Priscilla Shirer in her study, One in a million, shares that Moses said 4 things to the Israelites during a time of great uncertainty and fear:<br /><br />Be Fearless<br />Be Still<br />Be watchful<br />Be silent<br /><br />The same God who worked on our behalf yesterday is the same God who can work on our behalf today.Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10443979655819984309noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-15097539672171328532009-11-24T07:56:04.831-05:002009-11-24T07:56:04.831-05:00Remember what else Jesus did in that story? He had...Remember what else Jesus did in that story? He had everyone SIT DOWN. An anxious crowd on its feet is....anxious. But, to SIT DOWN, rest in the moment. The greater purpose was yet at hand. It was His same thought for Martha--though very good-intentioned--if she hadn't paused to see that Jesus just wanted her to SIT DOWN and not miss the moment....<br /><br />It's not about the food for these folks. They won't even need chairs. If there aren't any more "jobs" yet, then volunteers can mingle with guests, greeting them in between the chairs!<br /><br />You cannot stop love, and I'm sure that God will be faithful to make a way. "...with prayer and petition, giving thanks to God...."Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-53102734130821188282009-10-18T17:56:17.819-04:002009-10-18T17:56:17.819-04:00"...When I'm not careful, serving will re..."...When I'm not careful, serving will replace my relationship for God."<br />This statement constantly comes to my mind since reading it.<br />Jesus tells us "To seek first the kingdom of heaven." That speaks to our relationship with God first. How deep in my soul I know that it is through my relationship with God, my walk with Jesus, that God will reveal his purposes for my life. The fruit of serving God is from the overflow of a real, authentic relationship with God. I so often try to reverse that, to seek my purpose through serving him without consulting him or asking God to catch up with me. I find I often Seek and/or define my identity through my service. A Forgetting that "It is in Christ Jesus that we find who we are and what we are living for." Thank you for the reminder that God desires for each of us to have a loving relationship with him first and to be intentional about daily walking with Jesus. He will reveal the rest in his perfect timing.<br /><br />October 18, 2009 5:51 PMWendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10443979655819984309noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-802026976484394112009-10-18T17:51:36.398-04:002009-10-18T17:51:36.398-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10443979655819984309noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-23184314934802521442009-10-02T08:41:04.156-04:002009-10-02T08:41:04.156-04:00"...When I'm not careful, serving will re..."...When I'm not careful, serving will replace my relationship for God." Oh, what a truth in there, Cassie. I hear that. And when I'm still, I can see things like that happening in myself. Why am I here again, Lord? Apparently, I didn't learn this lesson the 20th time.... He is so gracious to love us through our misunderstandings and our attempts to "be good."<br /><br />Marie is a beautiful story of the FM and a beautiful story of God's provision for those whom He loves.Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-91254105073924882352009-07-29T15:14:22.741-04:002009-07-29T15:14:22.741-04:00Oh, dear! I'm feeling a tad bit responsible, a...Oh, dear! I'm feeling a tad bit responsible, as I urged you to go to the beach! Yikes....<br /><br />I so understand about dealing with the kids, however. I just had a knockdown-drag out with CJ over the green-eyed monster that's been living in her. Everything is so much better for everybody else. (I know, and this, the girl who's still seeking broken crayons to make new ones!)<br /><br />What is it about home and parents that makes kids freak out? As someone who would like to change some things for my kids that I didn't do growing up, I'm finding I can't.<br /><br />I talked with God this morning and said, "I know. She needs to be broken. Problem is, much as I try to break her, You're the only one who can--because You know how to reach her."<br /><br />So, indeed, prayers, prayers and more prayers. Don't you wish you could catch a glimpse to make sure this all comes out OK in a few more chapters?Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-81198235573963671412009-07-26T21:26:35.158-04:002009-07-26T21:26:35.158-04:00Simply trust - don't plan, just walk. You are...Simply trust - don't plan, just walk. You are right, you could never do all of it by yourself. The big relief is that you aren't alone - God is leading your way. GayDonnaGayDonnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13150300871620559063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-66587927715629024052009-07-25T06:47:04.369-04:002009-07-25T06:47:04.369-04:00Sue,
You are my Barnabas. I'm grateful for you...Sue,<br />You are my Barnabas. I'm grateful for your friendship.<br />Things are lining up.<br />Faithfully His,<br />CassieCassiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05488207053253335171noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-33817050439288205182009-07-22T08:12:18.414-04:002009-07-22T08:12:18.414-04:00God is that watchtower in the night, you know. I&#...God is that watchtower in the night, you know. I'm pretty sure He wakes us up on purpose sometimes. You do have many things, but laid at His feet, He will order your steps--that's His job!<br /><br />There is such a state as too much of too many good things! Ask Him to help you keep the priorities straight, and for the peace to know that He is the one keeping the "balls" up in the air--not you!<br /><br />If it's an option, I'd go to the beach. Come home refreshed!Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-18243246772170096622009-07-21T21:57:22.072-04:002009-07-21T21:57:22.072-04:00I just had someone ask me "Where's the tr...I just had someone ask me "Where's the trailer?" (I told her!)<br /><br />Can you believe that God led you down this path? I think it is a beautiful and perfect pairing. Your updates continue to inspire, as we read about how folks are not only benefiting but becoming involved and thriving in ministry!<br /><br />What a blessing!Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-23638597896048396712009-07-21T21:04:14.565-04:002009-07-21T21:04:14.565-04:00Congratulations! You are so awesome - our God is s...Congratulations! You are so awesome - our God is so awesome!Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00458659497370768232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-67707160811822132602009-07-21T18:24:05.929-04:002009-07-21T18:24:05.929-04:00Huray!!!Your doing a great job! I know God is plea...Huray!!!Your doing a great job! I know God is pleased! Keep it up!Davishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17192335911242715797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-77567684104160457102009-06-16T14:52:07.599-04:002009-06-16T14:52:07.599-04:00Such a great song, and perfect for this video! I s...Such a great song, and perfect for this video! I see we'll all be helping out the Free Market through VBS....ya-hoo!! Got those old markers ready!Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-58627007169299102382009-06-11T18:32:42.369-04:002009-06-11T18:32:42.369-04:00We know your heart, Cassie, and plenty of other fo...We know your heart, Cassie, and plenty of other folks do, too. Where you are feeling like you have been "dumped," perhaps there's an opportunity to work things through with NM, as I'm sure they see you as the "coordinator" and not just A Christian out there doing what Christians are supposed to be doing.<br /><br />Folks need to come to the FM ministry as you have--out of their hearts. Otherwise, this ministry would be left to the "committee," and we know how things can get twisted up when things go that way.<br /><br />Continuing to share your heart is huge! Continuing to pray for God's wisdom and direction is essential. Prayers for rest and peace for you, as your stress is bleeding through in what you write. Be encouraged, girl!Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-30531185307281646012009-06-11T16:50:06.978-04:002009-06-11T16:50:06.978-04:00Cassie you have a heart of gold...and a heart of G...Cassie you have a heart of gold...and a heart of God.Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00458659497370768232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-6058778612162065022009-06-02T22:56:20.346-04:002009-06-02T22:56:20.346-04:00Don't ever quit. The fact that you do what yo...Don't ever quit. The fact that you do what you do means so much to so many people. ValerieValeriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07776943141903185467noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1023144061844382246.post-46823172367593121402009-05-13T08:06:00.000-04:002009-05-13T08:06:00.000-04:00You have taken a very huge step, my friend. This i...You have taken a very huge step, my friend. This isn't soul searching, it's soul bearing! And it's not easy or pain-free.<br /><br />The silent treatment is not as prevalent any more for me, but it has taken more than 40 years to get to a healthy place of understanding what to do with it. Satan will fill that silence with lots of things you don't need to hear. Allowing God to fill that void, while it's what you need to do, is not something that just happens. But, reaching out for Him, no matter how small the effort, is all that is needed to know Him and His presence, and to begin the process of shutting down "the bad stuff."<br /><br />You just don't run into folks every day who are willing to openly share their hearts as you do. Be encouraged that He does know you and has known you. That each step in your life was to bring you closer to Him. That as you continue to serve Him and know Him, that "the things of earth will grow strangely dim in the light of His glory and grace."<br /><br />He is the fount of all healing, and He continues to have great plans for your life!Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.com