200,002

Small celebrations... The Thursday (early 7/24) morning as I approached the airport for my quick trip to OK, the odometer rolled over 200,000. Ken pointed over (he kindly drove my truck back at 6am) and looked down to see 200,002.

I often refer to my pickup as the "little pickup that could" and my buddy Ken refers to it as the "sample truck" (as in sample size). The little miracle truck keeps on truckin'!

Tomorrow, we all head back up to Dryridge, KY while I lead worship for the two congregations (Mt. Pisgah & Jonesville). Earlier today I visited with the DS about filling the pastoral role at these two churches while I attend seminary. We will meet with representatives from both churches and discuss the prospect (I feel confident I will be offered the position).

But just when you don't think things can get any better... Amy accepts a part-time afternoon Kindergarten position at the Early Learning Village very close to home. The part-time position works absolutely well due to the fact that Logan is only going half-time this next year as well (no daycare!!!). It was hard not to think that Amy would get this position because I know how well qualified she is (whether she believes it or not).

From a $450 pickup to sufficient income that provides for our family while working around my seminary and Amy's masters program, God has proven faithful!

Snyder vs. Snyder

One of these books was assigned reading for this last Tuesday's class including a two page reflection of the text. One of these books was longer and a tougher read. The other, I am afraid, is the one I actually read and completed the assignment thirty minutes before class with only three hours of sleep the night before.

I am quite impressed with my ability to tackle an entire book with reflection within a fourteen hour time frame in between three hours of sleep, meals, and a morning and afternoon bus route. (I must note that I will be much more diligent in future endeavors to avoid a repeat performance!)

After my professor stopped laughing at me, he said he would grade the paper I had completed because it is actually due in another two weeks and that I might at least skim the actual assigned reading before next class so as to be able to engage in the conversation. I can turn in my reflection on the assigned reading when the future assigned reading is due.

Ain't seminary fun!

Toothpicks and Toenails

It is eating my lunch my friends. I have always been a "big picture" kind of guy and not very detail oriented. This text is completely thorough not missing the conversational functions of prepositions and articles while determining proper observations, interpretations, and applications when studying the Good Word.

I must complete this masterpiece and complete a summary for class tomorrow (I would rather put toothpicks under my toenails and kick a wall!), so I will be brief. I appreciate all your provoked responses to my last post. I was just feeling a bit lonely and needed to know you all were out there!

Blessings

Week I: The Seminary Strikes Back!

NT(IBS)510 - The Gospel of Matthew
Lesson I
a) Read Methodical Bible Study(265 pages)
b) Write a 2-4 page summary and reflection
Due 02/26/08

IS502 - Vocation of Ministry
Reading Week I
- The Call Ch 1-7 (59 pages)
- Living Life on Purpose Ch 3 & 6 (34 pages)
- Total Truth Intro & Ch 1(44 pages)
- Heart Whispers Ch 1 (30 pages)
- I Samual 3; Luke 3-4; Acts 6:1-7
Complete 02/20/08

IS501 - Christian Formation: Kingdom, Church, and World
Lesson I
a) Read Kingdom Come (173 pages)
b) Write 2 page reflection paper
Due 02/21/08

A grand total of 605 pages of reading... This seems a daunting task to one who barely read a few books a year.

Otherwise, I am really enjoying my classes. I have great professors and interesting topics to study. Please continue to pray for my family and unity. Also, pray for focus and motivation for me as I begin this great journey!