Angel or Look alike?

When I go to the car wash to get my car washed there is a man who looks just like Morgan freeman, sounds just like him too. Now I am not really a Morgan freeman freak and not too much of a fan of his. He is a good actor and enjoy watching him in some movies. But really this guy who washed my car looks just like him and sounds like him. I have told Debbie this and seem to remind her of this every time i get my car washed. Now get this even really creepy, Debbie and I are coming back from our trip from Co. (we went to see Debbie's family over Christmas) We stop to get gas and while I am pumping gas this man on the other side of the pump ask where I have been. I reply "TX today, CO yesterday and heading Home to SC" He replies "Long drive, better be careful and watch out." Now I would think nothing of this but He looks like Morgan freeman and the guy who washes my car. and sounds just like him! It seems this guy and the guy who washes my car have a sweet calming voice. That makes you want to listen and be respectful. So I tell the guy Thanks and then went in to pay. I told Debbie about this guy at the pump and how if looked and sounded like the guy at the car wash who yes looks like Morgan freeman. she replies she never saw anyone at the other pump and does not know what I am talking about. Anyway. As we are driving down the road somewhere not far from the state line of Ga. It's dark but nice night stars out, not too many cars out. We see a deer standing on the side of the road. I slowed down and noticed he was going to just standing there so I move to the left lane where no cars are. and the Buck runs right at the our car (Ford SUV we rented) fast! Hits the side of the car and brakes the side mirror and dents the side of the car. Our hearts jump and I pulled over to see how bad the car was as it was a rental and not ours. and to make sure Debbie is okay. We where both shocked for a good hour after words. We where thanking God that it did not hit the window where Debbie was siting or made the SUV flip. The deer hit in two places the front door and the back door somehow missing the middle where the side airbag would of activated. maybe hurting Debbie or worst. (like a miscarriage or something) So who is this guy I keep seeing? Could it be the same guy who washes my car 4 states away getting gas the same time we did? Driving car that does not have SC plates? Am I seeing things? (I told Debbie maybe I got into the new movie where Morgan freeman plays God too much and just seeing things) Or an Angel? I don't know but I am going with an Angel. Maybe he is just anther man is making a living washing cars and some guy who just getting gas who looks and sounds like a movie actor. who knows But for me Angel or not God has used this man in a cool way! God is Good! All the Time! Again Happy New YEAR!!!

In His Amightly Grip,

Jonathan

Whats Past, Whats to Come!

Well, This is the last post of the year. Oh the things that will come in the next year. But lets not forget the things that has happened this past one. Leaving the Church and finding true friends, Embarking into a new kind of ministry, spending days and hours on the beach of NC. To moving and becoming Mommy and Daddy at a Children's home in Anderson. To seeing children grow up so fast in just a short time, to preparing 9 hours for a new born to come live in our home. Being Daddy to 9 children. Waking up one morning with joy in my face knowing that God is good and For all things work for His good. To waiting and still waiting for that unborn child what is due in June to be Father, Dad, Daddy, to not just any child but one of our own. This year will be one not be forgotten. For Great is our God! My prayer for this year is that I can become healthier, less sick, my Love for the Lord grow to the highest and Debbie and I's Love grow together more then ever. That I become the best Dad and Father I can be and Spend more time with the Lord then I have been in this past year. I hope to get a lot done with school so I can knock it out of the water here in the next year or so. Happy New Year!!!

In His Grip,

Jonathan

So What?

Hi - I’m Jonathan David Rogers. You’re probably here because you followed a link from one of my other blogs or even Website. Maybe you got a business card of mine and you’re curious as to whether it was worth the effort keeping track of it long enough to reach a computer (I applaud your efforts). Or got this address off a e-mail or resume. You could be a friend of mine (hello, friend). Or, if you’re like me, your name is also Jonathan Rogers or enjoy Coffee in the South and you were wondering what would happen if you typed your name or southurn Coffee into a search engine. Either way.... welcome.

Here you will find this much more then a blog, but a place of life, truth, and testimony. You will learn where I have been and where I am headed and even more important about our Lord Jesus Christ. My Hope is that you find yourselves encouraged, filled with joy and leave with a better understanding about who I am in Christ, because with out Him I am nothing.
So, grap a cup of coffee, take a look around and enjoy your stay!

Quick Facts:
Name: Jonathan David Rogers
Sex: Male
Height: 6" 2
Birthday: May 31' 1984
Married to Debbie
Kids: 7 Kids (We are Houseparents)

Ours is due in June
Dog = Carolina
Employed at Calvary Home for Children, Anderson, SC.
Licensed & Ordained Pastor
House Dad
Then:
I was born and raised in South Carolina; I came to know the Lord as my Personal Lord and Savior at the young age of 7. Life was okay and I live your typical childhood until the age of 13. That’s when I felt a big call on my life to go in to full-time ministry it was then when I started the journey of a lifetime. Years later I graduated from Lexington High School and I became the Pastor of Students in a small church in out side of Columbia, SC. I went on to attend Columbia International University, to where soon after I met my wife Debbie.
Now:
I have been a Pastor of Students the past 7 years. During my time as a Pastor I founded “Impact Team” which is a drama team for students within the community. Impact Team has traveled to schools, churches, youth groups, and even state events. Impact Team is still active and meets throughout the Southeast in 6 different states
I love God, my ministry and my family - my wife, Debbie, and I have been married since May 2006. My Heart is for the Students of this generation and todays' family. I want to see a awaking happen that over fills the student bodies to sake this world with the truth of Christ and His love everlasting. My mission is to make a life changing Impact that will last throughout years on the generations to come. I am committed to actively push the church toward unity, tell our story to the world, loving the community and helping the hurt heal trough the blood of Jesus Christ.
Again Welcome to my blog!

-Jonathan