| |  Do You Do Halloween? Part 3
October 28, 2008
This Friday many of us will be filling our candy bowls and lighting pumpkins as bands of kids of all ages present themselves at our doors dressed up in an array of all sorts of characters. They come beckoning and, unfortunately, sometimes demanding, these well thought-out treats from us.
On the Other Side of the Door
Thinking about the kids trick or treating raised a question in my heart. What about Halloween on the other side of the door? In my last journals I focused on Halloween as one who opened the door and passed out the treats. But the truth is, as a mother to a 5 year and 2 year old boys, there is another side to Halloween. I am releasing them (with my husband) to roam the streets and submit themselves to homes with doors open wide who don't necessarily have the Light of Jesus in mind. It has been my conviction in this journal to say emphatically, especially in dealing with younger children, it is every parent's responsibility to discern on behalf of their child. This is the night that children will walk down the streets of their own neighborhood and see homes which once were warm and welcoming decked out with creepy graveyards, witches brewing a potion and even sounds of howling and shrieking echoing through the night air. It is the only time of the year that the grim reaper, a playboy bunny and Pooh Bear will walk the streets together. It is indeed a strange night. One that needs some discernment, wisdom and preparation before getting the pillowcases ready to fill with cavity promoting treats. You may realize that this is all pretend, but remember younger children tend to scream and lose their bearings when face to face with even the innocence of Mickey Mouse at the happiest place on earth.
Practical Wisdom
If you are taking your children door to door, pray for God to guard their eyes and their hearts. Also, please use practical wisdom. A couple of years ago we shared the same route with a group of teenagers dressed in black with bright white creepy masks on. We would wait until they came away from the house before we approached the door, but we were still faced with them each time they turned away from the house. At noticing my son shivering in fright we secured him not only with our presence, but with Truth. I spoke into my son assuring him that Jesus is bigger and more powerful than all the scary costumes. As good as it was to speak that Truth to our son, we made a practical and wise decision to change our route in order to be separated from that particular group. As an alternative you might want to consider taking your family to a harvest festival hosted by a Christian church in your area. These are wonderful events that offer a fun and safe atmosphere for children of all ages. Keep in mind that these events are usually held as outreaches to the community so please extend grace when you see an individual dressed as the classic red-suited devil with pitch fork in hand.
Costumes
I can count on it every year. As soon as the calendar page flips to October (sometimes even sooner) I begin to hear the same question float through the air from kids everywhere. "What are you going to be for Halloween?" Kids are thinking and dreaming about the identity they will assume on that one fateful night. Just last week, I had a mother share with me that her 10 year old son wanted to dress up in a scary costume and then asked me if I thought it was okay. Apparently, she had asked this question to others in which they had a bit of hesitation in their answer. I, feeling confidant in my conviction, answered with a firm, no. I followed up with a helpful tool in decision making that I wanted to share with you as well. I refer to this tool as "The Jesus Filter". My suggestion is to pour your questions through The Jesus Filter, and when you do you will most likely come out with an answer that Jesus would be pleased with. I get The Jesus Filter from Philippians 4:8.
Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things.
I loved that this mother was asking questions and was willing to receive my thoughts on the subject. It was very apparent that she is one who has a teachable heart. Still at the end of our chat I had a feeling that it wasn't the mother who needed convincing, but it was in fact her child that would need to be persuaded.
Death Culture
This mother's question really did enlighten me. It had never occurred to me that not every Christian has biblically thought through the costumes their child dresses up in. I have a friend from Australia, (where Halloween is not even a calendar event) said a wonderful and wise thought, she said, "if anything gives you pause, don't do it" It reminds me when a friend will ask if their outfit is appropriate. If it is not obvious one way or another, and has made me pause a bit long before answering, than most likely it is not suitable. I think as parents we need to be aware of the realities of the principalities of the world unseen. Have you noticed that our society have become a convert to the culture of death. Something has happened to this generation. And we have stood by and ignored, disregarded and have become unaffected by the death that our kids our walking in. Our "permission" has in turn given our kids consent to welcome and accept death into their friendships and onto their campus'. It is at the point that our children not only think it is normal to dress up as something evil and wicked, but they think it is cool. Think about the kid who is wearing a mask who is portraying an ax murderer or even one who is dressed as a prison inmate or a sleazy waitress. They are not ashamed of whom they are portraying. What is more frightening than even their costumes is that these kids delight and take pleasure in what they are representing.
Heaven Moments
As a parent I would urge you talk to your kids about their choice of costumes. Rather than demanding they choose something else, engage with them and use this opportunity as a heaven moment. Heaven moments are when heaven thinking invades our daily life. Ask the questions: What does Jesus delight in? Would Jesus be pleased and enjoy your costume? What does your costume represent? Does it represent violence, crude humor, lust or fear? If so, we can be certain that it won't represent what Jesus stands for. Granted, dressing up as a lumberjack or a cheerleader doesn't shout out Jesus, but it certainly doesn't make you think of the evil one either.
Please encourage your kids to dress appropriately this Halloween. By doing so, they please Jesus. If they dress to please Jesus they will shine His Light to those on the other side of the door. ___________________________________________________________________________________
Do You DO Halloween?
October, 2007
It is this time of year that the ever popular seasonal question arises among Christians, "Do you DO Halloween?" I recently received an email from a friend who set out a challenge to me to answer the question, "who or what do I stand for" in regards to the very controversial (for Christians) Halloween holiday. I thought I'd share with you in this journal my expanded answer to that question. First let me start by saying that I've never been as excited as I am about Halloween as I am this year. Yes, you read that right, I'm excited and looking forward to Halloween night. The night where pumpkins glow with creepy faces, where kids dress up as ugly, scary, evil creatures and screams and shrieks are heard throughout the neighborhood. Why should a Christian woman as myself who devotes herself to the furthering of God's kingdom be enthusiastic over such a celebration of death? Does not the Bible say in 1 John 2:15 "Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him." And what about in Ephesians 6:12 where a warning of the true reality of what we as believers are at battle with, "For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places". Have we not been called by Jesus Himself to be the light of the world (Matt 5:14) and to abstain from all appearances of evil as is understood in 1 Thessalonians 5:22? I will tell you friends that I agree with all those Bible scriptures. But may I go a bit further with you in regards to Halloween. Now I do not love the things of this world, but I do love the people Jesus died for. And you better believe that I am aware of the powers that are at work, which is why I dress in the full armor of God everyday of the year, so that I will be able to stand firm in God's strength and mighty power (Eph. 6:10). I will abstain from every appearance of evil, which is why my kids do not dress in anything that will add to the darkness. And I will be a light for Jesus in this dark world on Halloween night and on every day and night that follows. My enthusiasm for opening the doors to possible witches, goblins and grotesque creatures only drives me to my knees because these are the people who need Jesus. If we were to protest by turning our porch light off and locking our doors we are shutting out the very people who need to know Jesus. In essence, we are saying, "you are not welcome, we don't like you, we are better than you". What a dark night that would really be. I am opening my door, because after all, didn't Jesus come to save the lost. I choose not only to be a light as God has called me to, but to also speak the language of the lost. In 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 Paul says, "I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some". No Jesus tracks, no "God Loves You" pencils, no bullhorn preaching. The language of those coming to my door will be all about candy. And I am going to give it to them. Do I DO Halloween? You better believe I do. Because to me "doing" Halloween means opening my door to people to use those few moments to capture their hearts for God in some way before I drop the candy in their bag and they are gone forever. Yes, I "do" Halloween because if Jesus would sit with a prostitute, eat with a cheat, and forgive a thief, why wouldn't I do at least this much in His name. Do you do Halloween, Part II I received such an overwhelming response to my journal from last week, "Do You DO Halloween?". So I decided to send a follow-up journal to share what I actually did do on Halloween night. As you read through how my night went, I hope you will extend grace where needed and keep the big picture in mind. I had to come up with something that would shine the light of Jesus to children primarily ages 5 to 12 years old, in order to capture their attention as well as their hearts! I hope you will enjoy reading what I can say was a very exciting evening for me. I decided to dress as the Woman at the well from John chapter 4. Actually, I just wore a sign around my neck which said, "Woman at the Well". I'm into simplicity, so that was good enough for me. I set the stage (my porch) with a stool for me to sit on and the big tin bucket down by my feet filled with water bottles was my well. I also had a smaller bucket of candy that I held in my lap. My family prayed for the people we would see and asked God to shine through us that night. With the porch light on and the cool evening air on my face I sat and waited. 
"Trick or Treat!"Hello! What are you dressed up as? "I'm Elvis. I'm a gangster. I'm the Tin Man." Wow. You guys look cool! Can you guess what I am? I held up my sign for them to read. "Woman at the well?" Have you heard the story about the woman at the well? "No, what is it?" The woman at the well was a woman who did a lot of bad things and no one wanted to be her friend until a man named Jesus came along and told her about Living Water. "Cool, I've never heard that before. Where I can I find that story?" I'm glad you asked! You can read more about her story in the 4th chapter of John in the Bible. You can look it up on a website. This water bottle has a sticker with all the info on it. Dropping the water bottle in their treat bags I'd tell them, "This water is good for your body, but Living Water is good for your soul!" "Cool. Thanks. I'm going to look it up tonight." I was overwhelmed with the response from the kids. Initially, they just waited for me to drop the candy in their bags after they've said those magic words, 'trick or treat'. Every one of them seemed a little caught off guard when I actually wanted to talk to them about their costumes and enjoy some fun dialogue before going into my "script." I made sure to keep it short since I thought they wouldn't be interested. I never expected for them to actually step back and take it all in! A lot of them actually interacted with me while I was sharing my story. The common interjection was, "Did she fall in the well?" The teenagers were amazing, too. There was one group that I felt pressed to say a bit more. They were dressed in ugly and wicked costumes. The epitome of evil. I asked them, "Do any of you even know why we dress up in costumes?" One of the teenagers answered, "Yeah, to scare away the evil spirits." You're right! I answered and then continued, "...isn't that crazy to think that costumes would scare away evil when God is more powerful than all evil?" They had no response, but at least I planted a seed. What an amazing night. The night was dark, but with each person who stepped off my porch it seemed as though the night brightened. I know my heart was glowing. Feeling the energy and enthusiasm one feels when being used by God. Many of the parents of these kids were personally affirming to me. Some of them gave me the thumbs up from the sidewalk. Even a few "God Bless You's" was heard as they walked away. My mind goes out to the different people from that night. One little girl came running back and asked me if the Living Water was about Jesus. There was a teenage girl who came dressed as half angel and half devil she said she would look up the story that night. Then there was the teenage boy who shared that he was a Christian, but had never heard the story, he wanted to look it up, too. And then there was the mother who was talking on her cell phone on the driveway, hung up quickly and came up to ask me to repeat what I had shared with her kids. She listened, not necessarily affirming, but noticeably absorbing my words. I passed out 51 water bottles that night. 51 kids met the woman at the well. 51 kids had their thirst quenched. Possibly 51 kids will read about the Living Water that only Jesus can provide. 51 kids came and heard the name of Jesus. The Name above all Names. 51 kids were prayed for. You didn't think I was just going to give them candy, did you? I hope this inspires you to consider your part in Halloween next year. The woman at the well will be back on my porch next year. How about yours? |
WHAT DID THE STICKER ON THE BOTTLE SAY? WOMAN AT THE WELL and LIVING WATER John 4 Look it up! www.biblegateway.com Always ask permission before using the internet. |
God is Very Fond of You by Laura Krämer
In his book The Wisdom of Tenderness, Brennan Manning tells the following story: Several years ago, Ed Farrell of Detroit took his 2- week vacation to Ireland to celebrate his favorite uncle’s 80th birthday. On the morning of the great day, Ed and his uncle got up before dawn, dressed in silence, and went for a walk along the shores of Lake Killarney. Just as the sun rose, his uncle turned and stared straight at the rising orb. Ed stood beside him for 20 minutes with not a single word exchanged. Then the elderly uncle began to skip along the shoreline, a radiant smile on his face. After catching up with him, Ed commented, “Uncle, you look very happy. Do you want to tell me why?” “Yes lad, the old man said, tears washing down his face. “ You see, God is fond of me, Ah, my God is so very fond of me.” At this time, I hope you know the truth that our God is so very fond of you. He is crazy for you. Passionate about you. He beams because of you. You are the apple of His eye. His radiant bride. O, He loves you.
The Heart of the Matter by Laura Krämer I held my boy tonight as he slept peacefully in my arms. I thanked God for his health…which has always been good and still is. My mind drifted to the children and families I’ve prayed for this week.
Cody, 4 years old has been diagnosed with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. EDS is a heterogeneous group of heritable connective tissue disorders characterized by joint hypermobility, skin extensibility and tissue fragility. Individuals with EDS have a defect in their connective tissue. It is this tissue that provides support to many body parts such as the skin, muscles, ligaments and organs. The fragile skin and unstable joints found in EDS are due to faulty collagen. Collagen is a protein that acts like glue in the body adding strength and elasticity to connective tissue. In addition, Cody was also diagnosed with a hole in his heart. He will be the first case with EDS to have a specific procedure done to mend the hole in his heart.
Charlotte, 3 years old and always healthy had a virus attack her heart where a blood clot formed and then split off to both her legs. Facing possible double amputation and it is unknown what the condition of her heart will be. All this within a week. I was scared. The strength these parents, these mothers are beyond me. And frankly I will always want it to be that way. I don’t want to learn of a new strength by my boy becoming ill or hurt….My spirit reminds me that it would draw me to a new awareness with God, that He makes all things good for those who love Him. But it doesn’t matter. I don’t want that trial. When I started reading the emails from subscribers on our website, I quickly saw a pattern that many people were comforted by the 23rd Psalm. The comfort was needed because of how they were grieving a loved one’s, illness or death. I didn’t understand this grief and I didn’t understand their loss. I haven’t experienced it. And even if it means becoming able to relate to another person in order to bring them to Christ…I still don’t want to experience it. I’m not willing. I’m too scared…too selfish…I used to think through this ministry God was going to prepare me for something awful and then it would be my turn to be comforted by Psalm 23. Forgive me Lord, but I don’t want to ever need that kind of comfort.
So, where do I go from here? Where do I go in my own spiritual journey? Do I cling to my boy in fear; do I cling to my son in desperation? Can I enjoy life with him if I am always looking at his sweet peaceful face wondering if something will go wrong with him tomorrow? Is there sanity in thinking through all the “what ifs”? Is there joy? I fear the only way would be to detach from life, to go numb and not feel anything. But is this joyful living? Is this following my life motto of “choosing life”? What is the answer? Where is the reasoning? Where is the balance?
I keep thinking about the sound of Danielle’s (Cody’s mom) voice on the answering machine. Strong. She’s never doubted her faith in any of Cody’s medical trials. She’s been strong and courageous. I’ve been impressed with her and inspired by her. Knowing full well that Cody has a purpose in his life. And she is willing to accept wherever that purpose will lead him. She has released her boy to her Lord. Maybe that is the difference. I cling to my boy instead of my Lord. No wonder I have such fear. My boy is bright, beautiful and amazing, but he is not and can not be my Life Source. My son has no power to take away the fears in me like God’s Son can. My grip has been tight on Samuel, when I should release my grip and hold tight to my Savior. Profound and True. Yet, easier said than done. Where do I start? Perhaps I start with accepting that this is a process…
And what about nursing my 2 year old son? Is nursing a part of that process? Has nursing enabled me to continue to cling? I told my husband tonight, that it is times like these that I don’t want to stop. Because what if something happens? I would be able to nurse and everything would be better. Emotionally is what I was thinking, but reflecting on it now, I sense a personal power in nursing my child. That maybe continued nursing will prolong anything “bad” happening to him. Perhaps nursing has jeopardized my choice to release him to God. I’ve never connected those things together before. I’m barely willing to do so now. Even though sometimes I’ll talk about weaning Samuel, it’s really all talk. The truth is I can’t picture myself stopping. This is an extension of my mothering. This has in some ways become my identity. One I’ve become proud of. There is no better moment that I love looking at my son completely content when he is nursing. It brings such an incredible peace to me.
I recently read the book, “How My Breasts Saved the World” by Lisa Wood Shapiro. This is the author’s first hand experience of the trials of breastfeeding her baby. I never understood why the author named her book that. But in my own personal reflection maybe that is the stance I’ve taken. My nursing is a protective shield around my boy…in other words, my breasts have power. Maybe that power is meant to come from somewhere else…most likely from Someone else. This is my journey. This journal was originally written in November 5, 2005. A whole year has passed and I would like you to know the current status of Cody, Charlotte, Samuel and myself.
Cody had his heart surgery. In layman’s terms the hole in his heart was mended. The surgery was a success and he is doing great. He still has and always will struggle with the affects of EDS, but to know this at a young age will help him not go through any added pains. To learn more about Ehlers Danlos Syndrome log on to www.ednf.org .
Charlotte had a rough go for awhile and a year later her heart is functioning at a strong 60%. It has been tough on the family. They have relocated to a new home and Charlotte was in isolation for a time as to not have additional virus’ attack her. Her legs were saved, and only have a small limp in one of them.
Samuel weaned in June 2006, which was 7 months after the writing of this original journal. Of course my fear was that he and I would suffer emotionally from the disconnect, but the timing was right and he and I were both ready. My Samuel is an emotionally happy and confident 3 year old!
And as for me, I’m still on the journey. Learning to trust. Learning to let go. Learning to live without fear. My newest challenge will be the birth of our new baby due December 5, 2006. And so the journey continues… I Don’t Have the Joy to Sing by Laura Krämer
August 6, 2006
The Truth hits me every Sunday when I walk into church and take part in the worship time. The Truth hits me when I force myself to sing songs to our God out of obedience, rather than joy. The truth hits when I pull all my energy to internalize every word of every song and the meaning behind the melody. The Truth always hits hardest when I am angry, fragile, depressed…broken. What Truth is that? The Truth that God never changes. That God is holy regardless of the mood I am in. The Truth that God is always worthy of my praise. That God is faithful. That God is present. That God is here with me right now…in the moment that I am living, in the emotion I am experiencing, the situation I am facing.
I connect and meet with God during these Sunday worship services. It is the time during the service that I am personally challenged to respond to my God. My participation is vital to my very soul to interact with our holy God while in this structured environment. Regardless of my mood, I choose to worship out of obedience because sometimes it is the only reason I know. Joy is often depleted through life circumstances. As sad as that may sound, obedience is very powerful in the life of a Christian. I tell myself, it is only a season that I lack the joy to sing and therefore, sing because I must. And sad too, are the moments of worship that I focus on myself, because so much anger has festered in my heart that I physically can not utter a single sound. It takes me, I think, too long to come to terms that this was not meant to be about me, it’s about God. And so, obedience kicks in and I muster the courage to finally make a sound, even if it is in the last note of the last song, and I know my God is pleased. And isn’t that the point, to please God? You see, I have chosen to believe the Truth that my God is worthy of praise, and deserving of my adoration regardless of my present emotional status or circumstance I’m facing. There may not be much emotional fluff or Christian clichés around my thought process…but, I want to remind myself again and again the Truth of who worship is for. It is for God. And it is for a holy God who never changes. And that is a Truth that secures me and drives me to worship Him.
The Psalm 23 Bracelet has provided a platform for Laura Kramer to speak to many more people than she ever thought possible. Laura gave her testimony to The MOPS Group (Mother's of PreSchoolers) at the First Christian Church in Huntington Beach, CA. This well-attended group was inspired by Laura's direct and triumphant story of how God's Grace pursued her. Laura spoke about her greatest fear in life, "I feared being known, but through confession, there is freedom." Laura stepped out of isolation and gained freedom, a freedom that has allowed her to stand in front of groups and encourage them to do the same and allow God's people to speak the Truth of God's Grace and forgiveness in their lives. She recounted her own walk through 'the valley of the shadow...' and then lead each member to reflect on their own 'valleys' they may find themselves in. Laura spent time listening with the women who were personally touched during this time. Tracy Reineck, the speaker coordinator, sent a note about Laura's time speaking to the MOPS group, "Laura you are an amazing lady who unselfishly shares your story for the benefit of others."
Encouragement Definition: Putting comfort and courage into others so they may have the confidence to achieve.
We are so encouraged by the responses and testimonials we receive, the creative ways people like you use their Psalm 23 Jewelry to share their faith or the numerous ways you use the Message of Hope CD to inspire others. But most importantly, how God's Word is being memorized and applied into peoples' lives every day. And through this application more people are coming to know the God we serve. We think that this is a very good thing worth sharing!!  We would like to reply with our own encouragement this Christmas to you because of your response and your faithful wishes bestowed upon us, something we could give to YOU today.... Our pastor, Fraser Venter, gave a wonderful encouraging Christmas message that we'd like to share with you and hope that you too can see the encouragement or "THUMBS UP" (click here) we want to communicate to you. |
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THUMBS UP !! (listen to Fraser's message) Gerhard & Laura Kramer |
The Voice on The Psalm 23 Bracelet CD
Fraser Venter - Senior Pastor I was born 1967 in Toronto, Ontario the youngest son of four children. I was born again 1990 in Torrance, California a child of the king. After graduating from San Diego State University (SDSU) with a degree in Psychology and Management I had planned on attending graduate school in the same area, specifically human resources. During my final semester at SDSU my brother, Shawn, had accepted Christ as his savior and he began to share his miraculous conversion with me intelligently and compassionately. I was moved by his story but I had yet been moved by 'HIS' story. It wasn’t until late in August that I woke up one Sunday morning and decided to go to the church my brother was attending. I slid into the pew third from the back and sat quietly as the service was nearly completed. My brother had no idea that I was present but God knew exactly where I was. The service ended and the Pastor (Dr. Charles Bullock) stated that if people wanted they could stay and reflect on the message that had just been shared as the music continued. No one moved for the first few moments and then slowly one by one people came out of their seat and silently began to make their way to the front altar and kneel. I thought to myself this is the best time to get back to my car and escape. Yet, I found myself unable to move and I began to ask myself questions. What am I living for? Why does my heart feel so empty, so unfulfilled? Tears began to flow from my eyes but they were really coming from the dark places of my heart. I bowed my head and closed my eyes and uttered this prayer, "God...if you are real, you will send someone to me right now!" As the last syllable spoken from my heart was whispered I felt a hand on my shoulder. A man named Rob Stouffel laid his hand on me and asked if I was okay. I looked up at him with a quizzical expression and said, "Do I look okay?"
"Would you like to go down front and pray about it," he asked.
I replied, "If it will stop me from crying I’ll do anything." He smiled. Thirty minutes later (what actually felt like an eternity) I arose a new creation in Christ as Rob led me to a personal relationship with the one who would fill my heart. For the first time, I really knew his name; it was Jesus. Two weeks later while driving home on the Harbor Freeway I remember distinctly feeling God’s presence in my car (at least my perception). Not really knowing what to say I whispered out the words, "I’m really saved, aren’t I?" The simple response was, "Yes, and you have no idea from how much, Fraser." I will never forget that moment as I felt for the first time in my life purity and freedom like I had never known. And since that day I have seen God save my oldest brother, sister, father (who gave his life to Christ when my daughter Madisen was dedicated), and mother. Since that day I have dedicated my life to serve Him with the gifts He has given just like every other believer. Since that day I have seen His grace and love in my life do the miraculous, heal the brokenness, and use the weakest.
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"Laura, I give thanks to God for your testimony! Thank you so much for your willingness to share what the Lord has done in your life and the way He has done it.
I discovered about the Psalm 23 bracelet and thought of what a good way to remember, in a girly-way, what God says to us because of His love. So I decided to buy one for myself and one for a dear colleague whom I thought was needing this reassurance in her life. We both have been ministered by the bracelet as a reminder of God's love message to us.
On my side, I have been touched by your testimony. There were things in my life without an explanation and I have finally understood some of them thanks to your words. I pray that as I listen to it, God will fully transform what remains of my sorrow into His joy and gives me the freedom to share of my life as you do it. I would love to experience "the body of Christ" as you have experienced it... in such a healing way....I praise God for His mercy and power! And I pray that many other women will be touched and transformed by your message. Thank you for sharing it. May the Lord continue to bless you and your family." - Ana Victoria Hernandez, Paris, France
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