ROOFTOPS IS HERE!

Hey everyone!  My new album, Rooftops LIVE, is here and ready for you to purchase!  Click here to visit my online store and order your copy TODAY.  OR you can also purchase in person at Calvary Chapel Chino Hills on December 2nd after service.  It’s not on iTunes yet, but I’ll let you know when it’s ready for download.

Hello, 2014!

I spent much of the last day of 2013 taking inventory of my year.  There were many things that went very right: I cultivated some amazing friendships, led worship with and for incredible people, went to Disneyland, visited Hawaii for the first time, and even rode my bike 100 miles from Irvine to Mission Bay.  I see how God has faithfully provided for and blessed me.  Undoubtedly, there were some really great moments last year for Gia.

There were also some not-so-great moments.  I can and will consider myself a victim of some trials, but I’ll admit that many were due to “user error”.  There are things that I’m not proud of—things I shouldn’t have said or done, a lot of time wasted, New Years resolutions I never followed through on.  Then there’s the fact that I really didn’t go to Disneyland as much as I should have, which surely had a negative effect on my year.

As I weigh the good and the bad, there’s probably more bad on my list than I would like.  But God is good.  God is faithful.  He is merciful and gracious.  I’ve surrendered that “bad list”.  My sins are forgiven and lessons have been learned.  Fiery trials have refined me.  Heartache and pain have made me stronger.  I can read through every situation in my “bad list” and not grow bitter, because I see that God was with me the whole time.  He never left me.  He was there with  love, patience, forgiveness, mercy, grace, strength and comfort. Surely, His goodness and mercy will follow me through 2014 and all the days of my life.

This year I’m not going to make any New Year's resolutions.  I’m not good at them.  However, I enter this year with hope and excitement.  I do have a number of life goals that have nothing to do with a new year but everything to do with taking the next step.  These goals are steps towards having a better relationship with God, being a more fervent worshipper, being a healthier and better woman, accomplishing more musically and artistically, living and loving more, and just being a better friend and human being in general.  My heart is to take these steps as God leads and transforms me through His word; not in my own strength, but by the power of the Holy Spirit.  Today is not the day that I overwhelm myself with starting a bunch of projects towards being a better me. Today and everyday I give myself to God that He might have His way.  These aren’t New Year's resolutions.  These are life resolutions that will cause me to grow throughout this year and the rest of my life.

I could dwell on that “bad list” I had mentioned earlier and get very depressed.  Actually, I did that yesterday.  I don’t recommend it.  Maybe you did the same with your “bad list”, and joined me yesterday as I sat in the dark and ate my feelings (literally…ice cream, berry cobbler, chocolate, pasta, burrito…okay, burritos).   Maybe you’re still there today, focused on what you've lacked rather than gained, dwelling and dying in the past instead of living today, and fearing your future instead of trusting the God who holds it.  I haven’t reached the highest level of unshakable faith in one day.  I was eating my feelings just yesterday and I might be right back there tomorrow.  BUT I did read this out of Spurgeon’s “Morning & Evening” devotional this morning, and it was just what I needed to start the new year.

"They did eat of the fruit of the land of Canaan that year."

Joshua 5:12

Israel's weary wanderings were all over, and the promised rest was attained. No more moving tents, fiery serpents, fierce Amalekites, and howling wildernesses: they came to the land which flowed with milk and honey, and they ate the old corn of the land. Perhaps this year, beloved Christian reader, this may be thy case or mine. Joyful is the prospect, and if faith be in active exercise, it will yield unalloyed delight. To be with Jesus in the rest which remaineth for the people of God, is a cheering hope indeed, and to expect this glory so soon is a double bliss. Unbelief shudders at the Jordan which still rolls between us and the goodly land, but let us rest assured that we have already experienced more ills than death at its worst can cause us. Let us banish every fearful thought, and rejoice with exceeding great joy, in the prospect that this year we shall begin to be "forever with the Lord."

A part of the host will this year tarry on earth, to do service for their Lord. If this should fall to our lot, there is no reason why the New Year's text should not still be true. "We who have believed do enter into rest." The Holy Spirit is the earnest of our inheritance; he gives us "glory begun below." In heaven they are secure, and so are we preserved in Christ Jesus; there they triumph over their enemies, and we have victories too. Celestial spirits enjoy communion with their Lord, and this is not denied to us; they rest in his love, and we have perfect peace in him: they hymn his praise, and it is our privilege to bless him too. We will this year gather celestial fruits on earthly ground, where faith and hope have made the desert like the garden of the Lord. Man did eat angels' food of old, and why not now? O for grace to feed on Jesus, and so to eat of the fruit of the land of Canaan this year!

Charles Spurgeon,  Morning and Evening  

That's how I want to eat in 2014!

Happy New Year, friends!

(Click here to get the Morning and Evening FREE app, OR buy the book, OR read FOR FREE online.  You must add this devotional to your collection!)

The Crazy (Good) Life

Well...  In 3 days I begin my Bike MS adventure.  I raised 172% of my goal and now I actually have to get on my bike and ride.  I'll be honest with all of you.  I didn't train as much as I should've and I'm a little nervous.  HOWEVER, I'm not racing.  I'm just riding.  This Saturday and Sunday I get to ride my bike alongside people I love all for a common cause--to kick some MS behind!!  So yes, I'm nervous and anxious, but I'm also excited and proud to be a part of this event.

Like I said, I've raised 172% of my goal, but if you'd still like to donate, it's not too late.  I believe you actually have until the end of the year.  You can CLICK HERE to process your donation online.  

I covet your prayers not only for this ride but also for the ministry God has entrusted me with in this season.  Not only am I working at Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, School of Worship and still traveling for retreats and conferences, but as of a couple months ago I'm also working at Calvary Chapel Old Bridge with their worship, audio and media ministries.  Life has been busy, but I'm encouraged by the fruit of it and excited for what else God has in store.

Thank you for all your prayer and support!

Much love!

Gia

It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way perfect. He makes my feet like the feet of deer and sets me on my high places.

Psalm 18:32-33

Please Join My Mary Kay Fundraiser!

I am introducing you to my Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Launa Houpt!  

I am a hosting a web fundraiser the week of July 16th- 20th   

I love the convenience of having a Beauty Consultant and I am excited to share her service with you!  It is so easy for you to be a guest at my fundraiser on her Mary Kay personal web site.  It is a really great site where you can browse product, get a virtual makeover and check out the latest trends. There are also great gift ideas for your holiday and other gift-giving needs along with bridal ideas, articles and lots of skin care and glamour tips.

All you have to do is visit Launa’s personal website:  http://www.marykay.com/launah

Click, browse and shop for products.  

30% of all orders placed go towards my fundraiser! Simply put my name (GIA) in the memo section of your order so she will know the order came from me. All orders will go directly to Launa and she will confirm your order and arrange pick up or $5.00 shipping to you.  She accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express

Best of all, all orders are 100% guaranteed so if for any reason you are not            satisfied with a product, Launa is happy to exchange it or refund your money!

You are always welcome to shop on Launa's personal web site, however, you are also welcome to schedule a complimentary pampering session for a skin care consultation or glamor makeover.  The “beauty” of Mary Kay is that you have the opportunity to try it all before you buy! Launa would love to show you how you can save time and money by working with her.  Just send her a message on her website or contact her at [email protected]   or (714)686-2049

My fundrasier open for 4 DAYS ONLY, so don't delay!  

Thank You!

P.S.  You can be a Mary Kay Web Fundraiser Hostess too! Just put a note in the memo portion of your online order and Launa can give you details.  

Enjoy the site and thank you for participating in my Fundraiser!

Help Team Davey fight MS!!

Dear Friends and Family,

I am very excited and proud to say that I am participating in California, San Diego - Bike MS: Bay to Bay Tour 2013! I am asking you to Join the Movement® by making a contribution to support my efforts.

The National MS Society is committed to building a movement by and for people with MS that will move us closer to a world free of this disease. Donations collected for Bike MS continuously fund research for a cure, while also providing services and support for those currently living with MS. I am riding this year because I believe in the mission of the National MS Society. More than 400,000 Americans live with MS and every donation will help us find a cure.

Please help by making a donation or joining my team. Join me, and together we can create a world free of MS. I greatly appreciate your support and I will keep you posted on my progress.

Sincerely,

GiaLucid

Go to my personal page and make a secure, online donation.

To send a donation: Make all checks payable to: National MS Society  Mail to: Bike MS 12121 Scripps Summit Dr #190 San Diego, CA 92131

MS doesn't wait. Neither should you! Bike to create a world free of MS.

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