THE TOP TEN THINGS I AM THINKING ON-OCTOBER 12, 2011

"Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, THINK ON THESE THINGS." Phil. 4:8

1. I think my quote of the week comes from George Allen Sr. He said, "Each of us has been put on earth with the ability to do something well. We cheat ourselves and the world if we don't use that ability as best we can."

2. I think our middle school volleyball girls have had some close games this fall. As they seek their first win, I hope you will come out and support them. The schedule is available at www.ccsathletics.org. Please remember that a successful season is not measured through the win column but the character development that occurs! I love how God uses athletics as a platform of our testimony and relationship to Him.

3. I think I want to provide our teachers and our students with educational and Biblical resources for their personal growth. With that in mind, i have placed copies of the booklet "Bullying in Schools-What You Need to Know" in every middle school homeroom class and our library. This is to be pro-active in informing our students to make right choices in their treatment of others and what to do if they are mistreated. I am thankful for the healthy atmosphere that exists on our campus and may we remain diligent for it to stay that way.

4. I think Upward Basketball registration is going on right now. You may register at the school, the church or online. This is an opportunity for your child to play in a Christian-based league. It is also a special way to invite unsaved children to play and hear the wonderful message of God's love.

5. I think I want to encourage you to follow County Christian School on Facebook. Mrs. Inabinett is doing an excellent job in putting information, updates and pictures on there that really captures the student life of our school. Please help us reach our goal of 200 followers. This is one way we can have good communication with our growing community.

6. I think if your are looking for a place to worship this Sunday, I want to invite you to come hear the exciting message and news about what God is doing in Nicaragua. Dustin Holliday is back in the United States and will be giving a report in both services. For more information, please go to www.cfellowshipc.org.

7. I think that the Washington D.C. sports scene for the moment is looking good. the Nats finished third in the National League East, The Caps are undefeated, and the Redskins are in first place over their division rivals. I hope it continues. Please don't ask about the Wizards.

8. I think these are my "Touchdown Topics" for week five...
Game of the Week-Oakland Raiders Versus the Houston Texans
Team of the Week-Detroit Lions
Player of the Week-Sebastian Janikowski
Coach of the Week-Jim Schwartz

9. I think Edge (CFC's youth group) is sponsoring an outreach event tonight at Briar Woods High School. It is from 7:00 to 8:30pm. This is their annual Redskins' night and they have invited captains Lorenzo Alexander and London Fletcher to challenge the students. Other Redskins' players will be there as well. There is no cost to attend the event. They will have great door prizes for those that come. It is open for middle and high school students.

10. I think it was great to see the Bills beat the Eagles and the Seahawks beat the Giants. The Redskins were off this past Sunday, so they did not lose! I am looking for them to beat the Eagles 33-31 this weekend. If we win, we go to 4-1.