<![CDATA[tim hoeksema : Activity]]> Elgg http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/ <![CDATA[A New Season --- Snow!]]> http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/3734.html http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/3734.html Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:13:04 GMT http://timhoeksema.blogspot.com/2008/11/new-season-snow.html

At times life can seem very difficult.  People want that to change. During the past few month we have heard much about change.  Change seems to be the buzz word of our day.  Everyone seems to think change is what we need.  But change is not a new idea.  God has been in the business of change forever.  The snow fall this morning and the ensuing shoveling reminds me that God in in control and He bring about the change that is needed.  Change of seasons for a fresh outlook on life.  Change of heart for the hopeless.  May we go out into this darkening world and breath transformation.  May we be change agents for Christ. May change be a way of life.  May we continue to be transformed into the image of Jesus Christ by His power and for His glory.]]> <![CDATA[Nashville]]> http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/3683.html http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/3683.html Thu, 20 Nov 2008 03:32:42 GMT http://timhoeksema.blogspot.com/2008/11/nashville.html


The photo is another band at this deal.  Right now I'm sitting in the basement of Rocketown here in Nashville.... it was very stressful but I'm trusting that the Lord used our music to bless some folks.  We where the second band to play. The highlight of this trip for me has been the time with my brothers Cory and Kenny.  Our drive down was filled with tons of laughs, deep conversation of living dependent on the Lord and getting lost. It took about 2 hours longer to get here than we thought. But that's not what it's about.  This trip is more about the relationships we can form and the character that is formed in us the humble us and make us so much more like Jesus today than yesterday.  I am so humbled to be playing and enjoying the music of others. There are 21 other folks here. from rap to folk to the screamers and everything else. Music has such emotional power. The Lord desires us to use what He's given for His glory.  It's our prayer that this happened today. ]]> <![CDATA[88 Years - LOVE]]> http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/3409.html http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/3409.html Sat, 25 Oct 2008 17:59:16 GMT http://timhoeksema.blogspot.com/2008/10/88-years-love.html

This past week a dear friend of our lost her mother. Over the last few month Helen learned an important lesson.  On a day I was visiting with their family at Hospice Home Helen said, "Why did it take me 88 years to learn that it's all about love." This is a very profound statement.  Sit back and think about it for a while.  Think about the way you treat others.  Is it rooted in love? Think about your attitude, is it based on love?  Think about it.  Than pray that God may continue to work on you. Words of wisdom from Helen Ost.]]> <![CDATA[New Website Launch this week.]]> http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/3410.html http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/3410.html Sat, 25 Oct 2008 17:59:16 GMT http://timhoeksema.blogspot.com/2008/10/connects-new-website-to-launch-

Please check out www.connectfondy.org this coming week.  We hope you enjoy it!]]> <![CDATA[new video]]> http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/3406.html http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/3406.html Sat, 25 Oct 2008 12:04:10 GMT http://timhoeksema.blogspot.com/2008/10/new-video.html

A brief video about connect.... CONNECT VIDEO]]> <![CDATA[2 Timothy 3:1-5]]> http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/3239.html http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/3239.html Sat, 11 Oct 2008 11:54:01 GMT http://timhoeksema.blogspot.com/2008/10/2-timothy-31-5_10.html




I encourage you to read 2 Timothy 3:1-5 and think about how these verses affect the way you live each and every day. 

]]> <![CDATA[Russian Government]]> http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/2972.html http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/2972.html Tue, 23 Sep 2008 19:44:06 GMT http://timhoeksema.blogspot.com/2008/09/russian-government.html

Right now the Russian government is in flux as many of you know.  I don't know much about how this kind of stuff works, but I am excited to see what is going to happening and maybe already is happening for the sake of Jesus in Russia.  Let me shed some light on what I'm talking about.  Recently a friend of mine was telling me about a Christ following brother in Russia.  This man is a strong leader that desires to start a church of sorts.  So he went to the proper authorities to see if he could assemble with about 100 others to start this deal.  The authorities said that he could not meet in a large group formate. He was crushed. But actually the Russian government is forcing him to act Biblically. Since he can only meet with a very small number of people at a time.  He has to make disciples that can make disciples and so on.  The Russian gov. is actually is doing the Kingdom of Christ a big favor and they don't even know it. Now I'm just waiting to hear what the Lord is going to do through indigenous brothers in Russia. Please keep them in your prayers.  And thank the Lord for the blessings of the Russian government. ]]> <![CDATA[The Sunday Night Thing]]> http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/2845.html http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/2845.html Mon, 08 Sep 2008 21:14:09 GMT http://timhoeksema.blogspot.com/2008/09/last-night.html

Last night a group of us gathered for a time of testimonies, prayer, teaching and worship. It's our desire to see people grow as disciples of Jesus.  We are expecting God to us this time as He has planned.  We want this thing to grow by giving birth to other simple gatherings.  If you have questions or want to start a simple gathering please email me. 

hoeksema.tim@gmail.com

Also check out www.thesundaynightthing.blogspot.com for more information.
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From time to time I will be writing on this blog and than sending many of you an email informing you that I've made an update.  At the bottom of each blog post is the word comments.  If you desire to make a comment that others can read and maybe learn something from please feel free to jump in.  I know that blogging is kind of a new deal for many of you.  If you have questions please feel free to email me.
hoeksema.tim@gmail.com
]]> <![CDATA[Fond du Lac Christian School]]> http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/2787.html http://www.shapevine.com/timhoeksema/weblog/2787.html Wed, 03 Sep 2008 19:36:46 GMT http://timhoeksema.blogspot.com/2008/09/fond-du-lac-christian-school.ht


The Lord is up to something at Fond du Lac Christian School.  This morning I spoke at chapel for the middle and high school students.  I am waiting with anticipation to see what the Lord will continue to in the lives of students, teacher, the administration, board members and parents.  FCS has really become a home for our family.  People are like  family.  I am so thankful that our kids get to be part of the life of this school.  The reason we have are kids at FCS is two fold.  First, to give them a strong Biblical foundation.  And secondly, their are impacted by the teachers that I like to call SOAP's (significant other adult persons).  Here is a bit of what I shared with them this morning.

Every follower of Christ must live a life of exercised faith to experience the John 10:10 life.

So what is the John 10:10 life?
  •    A full and abundant life.
  •    A heroic epic.
  •    Bigger than life.
  •    Living beyond yourself.
  •    Seeing and living God sized vision.
  •    Living the Jesus life, not living vicariasly through movies, tv, video games, etc.
  •     This way of living is a much preffered future than the safe and sacure plastic Jesus life you may be living today.

Today I'm begging you to step out of your boat and be someone who lives such a life of faith that Jesus is seen by your very nature. And that the world will see Jesus through the way you live.

Abraham in James 2:14-24
Ecuador stories
Abraham Vema story from yesterday

But you may say "I'm just a student what can I do"?

Trust me it's not about you. It's about the size of your God. We may see our circumstances as big and our God as small but me assure you God is vastly grander, greater, more impresive than you could ever fatham. So tighten your seat belt and get ready for the ride of your life.

Please do not settle for being a nice Christian. 
Please do not settle to live for yourself. 
Please take the risk to live beyond yourself and make a lasting impact for the sake of Jesus our King.

Psalm 67 benediction   
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