Will you take the offer of life Jesus has extended to you? Jesus has extended life to me, by telling me not to hold on to the things of this world. So, my question, as I internally investigate my relationship with GOD... am I holding onto the riches and possessions of this world? how can I test myself to make sureI am not holding on to this life too tightly?
Life with Jesus is so much more reckless than the life I would have chosen for myself. Jesus, I am longing to fully experience life by your side. Life with you leading the way. Walking next to you, experience all you do, and leaning solely on you for all my wants and needs. Please Jesus, would you look at me, and have mercy on me? I don't just like you, I want to be like you. As I give everything up to know you, you will change me to be like you. I need an experience (a reminder) that you want to take me on a journey with you... please please please... CHANGE ME! I WANT YOU JESUS!
Confession: I open up my hands to you, and I let go of all my desires, all my possessions, all my passions, all of me... and I want to forget about myself and just watch YOU. I don't know why your approval means so much to me, I also don't understand why life with nothing but you is MORE attractive than life with stuff without you. Life has taught me one thing, that "things" have no ability to satisfy me in the long term. It's only your approval that makes me feel accepted, whole and loved. I would rather this than all the kingdoms of the earth have to offer. What should I do Lord, to live by Your side always? You are the ONE I would sell everything for, in order to gain your friendship. Is that what you want from me? Draw me into your tender embrace again. Make me more like you.
To Enter God's Kingdom
13-15One day children were brought to Jesus in the hope that he would lay hands on them and pray over them. The disciples shooed them off. But Jesus intervened: "Let the children alone, don't prevent them from coming to me. God's kingdom is made up of people like these." After laying hands on them, he left.
16Another day, a man stopped Jesus and asked, "Teacher, what good thing must I do to get eternal life?"
17Jesus said, "Why do you question me about what's good? God is the One who is good. If you want to enter the life of God, just do what he tells you."
18-19The man asked, "What in particular?"
Jesus said, "Don't murder, don't commit adultery, don't steal, don't lie, honor your father and mother, and love your neighbor as you do yourself."
20The young man said, "I've done all that. What's left?"
21"If you want to give it all you've got," Jesus replied, "go sell your possessions; give everything to the poor. All your wealth will then be in heaven. Then come follow me."
22That was the last thing the young man expected to hear. And so, crest-fallen, he walked away. He was holding on tight to a lot of things, and he couldn't bear to let go.
23-24As he watched him go, Jesus told his disciples, "Do you have any idea how difficult it is for the rich to enter God's kingdom? Let me tell you, it's easier to gallop a camel through a needle's eye than for the rich to enter God's kingdom."
25The disciples were staggered. "Then who has any chance at all?"
26Jesus looked hard at them and said, "No chance at all if you think you can pull it off yourself. Every chance in the world if you trust God to do it."
27Then Peter chimed in, "We left everything and followed you. What do we get out of it?"
28-30Jesus replied, "Yes, you have followed me. In the re-creation of the world, when the Son of Man will rule gloriously, you who have followed me will also rule, starting with the twelve tribes of Israel. And not only you, but anyone who sacrifices home, family, fields—whatever—because of me will get it all back a hundred times over, not to mention the considerable bonus of eternal life. This is the Great Reversal: many of the first ending up last, and the last first."
Monday, December 27, 2010
Saturday, December 18, 2010
It's the simple things...
I studied simple things like my finger and toes and marveled at their dexterity and the functions they served. I became very observant of all my bodily systems, respiratory, circulatory, cardiac, digestive and I was awestruck at the efficiency of our human organs. How could I ever have taken them so for granted? How could anyone? It was like being a multi-millionaire and not realizing that you were rich. I thought about less tangible things like sleep cycles, dreams, and animal hibernation and was filled with a newfound reverence for all living things.
Excerpt from God on a Harley by Joan Brady.
Excerpt from God on a Harley by Joan Brady.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
The Triune Man
The Triune Man
Listening to Gui teach on the Triune Man gave me a few things to ponder. First, explore the depths of a shameless and naked life before God. Next, ponder the wonders of marriage and the intentions of God’s heart for it. Lastly, consider the mind, body, and spirit connection and how each make up a whole. The degree in which we understand the reasoning behind God’s actions, is the same degree in which we will be able to relate and to love ourselves and those around us. Ignorance may be bliss, but knowledge is power!
Shameless and naked, are two beautifully scandalous words, with such feeing potential. Let me explain. When picturing Adam and Eve in the garden, walking shameless and naked before God, they shared perfect communion and communication with the themselves and the Father. Shame comes as a result of committing an offense, right? But God’s original intent for His creation was to never even know what it was like to make an offense. In other words, shame was never even a word in their vocabulary! There is confirmation in my Spirit-man when I hear that I was never meant to experience shame. However, because of the bible, I understand that the fall made us vulnerable to a life covered in shame. Glory to God, the truth that makes my heart sing, is knowing Jesus came to restore us back to our natural habitats, even though it will be a process, only fully perfected in heaven. However, because of Jesus, I can experience shameless living here and now, and enjoy the communication and communion Adam and Eve felt in the garden, even if it is only in doses.
Next, I would like to take you with me to ponder the wonders of marriage, and how God will use it to shape us more into His image. Recently, I heard that God is both male and female, and that when God looks at a married couple He sees only one being. This train of thought goes along with what Gui taught, that “marriage is God’s medicine for triune restoration of male and female.” It is just wondrous to think that God uses the act of sexual intercourse within marriage, to create a level of intimacy in which 2 people are joined to seamlessly together, that you can’t tell them apart anymore, ie babies! Gui sums up what becoming one looks like, it’s “a level of intimacy where shame is out of the picture, a connection of the soul, a merging of the spirit and a unity in the flesh.” Can marriage paint a better picture of God’s loving heart for His creation to experience the oneness He feels with the Son and Holy Spirit?
Lastly, and this is my conclusion, is that each individual part; the mind, body and soul, were designed to make a whole person. Without one of these elements, a person would be incomplete. Why do we need to develop our minds? Why do we need to control of bodies? Why do we need to cultivate our Spirits? Let me leave you with this thought... do you like to see flowers? You probably have a painting of them on your wall somewhere, or maybe the real things grace one of your tables. Nonetheless, flowers are here, and we appreciate their beauty. We are like the flowers, appreciate by all who see us, but the real reason behind our growth were the elements that helped us grow; like the sun, water and soul. The mind, body and spirit all work synergistically together to create the beautiful harmony we like to call, life! Amen.
Listening to Gui teach on the Triune Man gave me a few things to ponder. First, explore the depths of a shameless and naked life before God. Next, ponder the wonders of marriage and the intentions of God’s heart for it. Lastly, consider the mind, body, and spirit connection and how each make up a whole. The degree in which we understand the reasoning behind God’s actions, is the same degree in which we will be able to relate and to love ourselves and those around us. Ignorance may be bliss, but knowledge is power!
Shameless and naked, are two beautifully scandalous words, with such feeing potential. Let me explain. When picturing Adam and Eve in the garden, walking shameless and naked before God, they shared perfect communion and communication with the themselves and the Father. Shame comes as a result of committing an offense, right? But God’s original intent for His creation was to never even know what it was like to make an offense. In other words, shame was never even a word in their vocabulary! There is confirmation in my Spirit-man when I hear that I was never meant to experience shame. However, because of the bible, I understand that the fall made us vulnerable to a life covered in shame. Glory to God, the truth that makes my heart sing, is knowing Jesus came to restore us back to our natural habitats, even though it will be a process, only fully perfected in heaven. However, because of Jesus, I can experience shameless living here and now, and enjoy the communication and communion Adam and Eve felt in the garden, even if it is only in doses.
Next, I would like to take you with me to ponder the wonders of marriage, and how God will use it to shape us more into His image. Recently, I heard that God is both male and female, and that when God looks at a married couple He sees only one being. This train of thought goes along with what Gui taught, that “marriage is God’s medicine for triune restoration of male and female.” It is just wondrous to think that God uses the act of sexual intercourse within marriage, to create a level of intimacy in which 2 people are joined to seamlessly together, that you can’t tell them apart anymore, ie babies! Gui sums up what becoming one looks like, it’s “a level of intimacy where shame is out of the picture, a connection of the soul, a merging of the spirit and a unity in the flesh.” Can marriage paint a better picture of God’s loving heart for His creation to experience the oneness He feels with the Son and Holy Spirit?
Lastly, and this is my conclusion, is that each individual part; the mind, body and soul, were designed to make a whole person. Without one of these elements, a person would be incomplete. Why do we need to develop our minds? Why do we need to control of bodies? Why do we need to cultivate our Spirits? Let me leave you with this thought... do you like to see flowers? You probably have a painting of them on your wall somewhere, or maybe the real things grace one of your tables. Nonetheless, flowers are here, and we appreciate their beauty. We are like the flowers, appreciate by all who see us, but the real reason behind our growth were the elements that helped us grow; like the sun, water and soul. The mind, body and spirit all work synergistically together to create the beautiful harmony we like to call, life! Amen.
Monday, November 22, 2010
I have a good life.
Updates:
It's already November 2010. 2010 is almost gone. I can't even begin to tell you how frustrating it is, that time passes so quickly these days. gr... but what can I do about it? Absolutely nothing! Enjoy each moment and remain thankful for the blessings I have!
What blessings do I have? What a perfect time to write them down, it's the start of Thanksgiving week. Jesus, Light these next 25 years of holidays on fire. I just expect them to be full of blessing, because of all the years the enemy has stolen from me. And then use these next 25 years as preparation for the next 25 years to pour into other lives the blessings I have received! Oh Jesus, you have come to bring me life, and more life more abundantly.
So thank YOU for the trials.
1. This first trial that I am going to share, has left me fighting a war, I didn't even know I was really in. We just had a really powerful time of teaching in my church called, Eleven. I left there with so many awesome words of encouragement (that I'll share afterwards) and a renewed passion and zeal to serve Jesus Christ whole heartedly. But at the same time, I felt like the enemy was sent to destroy somethings in my life, that really are near and dear to my heart. My relationship with my love, Ryan, was really being tried. Lots of doubt and fear was circling around me, prowling and roaring, making me feel intimidated and full of fear. So, I am PRAISING JESUS, because HE is setting thing RIGHT all over the earth. I have a loving Saviour, who has come to fight the battles for me. I have faith that He is sending out warring angels on my behalf, to see the plans He has for me fulfilled. So, I seriously, am just so thankful for my relationship with Jesus. My trust and rest are in Him. I am so excited to be in His word again. His word brings me so much life, and joy, and understanding, and power. OHHHHH I love it so much, He fills me in every way, satisfying my desire, and everything else is just an extra sweet kiss.
2. I am also thankful that He even plans my days for me. There isn't an hour that goes by, that is unplanned by Him. It's funny, because sometimes, I will be thinking, man I would rather do this or that, but OK, I already made plans. And God will just reorganize my life, and it's perfectly 100% what I want. I am thankful that!
3. The Edmonds can use the truck! I am glad about this, but I am also praying we come up and live out a good deal. I would like to be taught how to invest by Bruce's dad, and if I should get some money for it, them Lord, let me know how much. If this is a resource YOU are moving me to give, then do it. I would rather it be used, than sit in my driveway taking up space. Have your way precious Jesus. You give and take away, but my heart will choose to say, Blessed by YOUR NAME!
4. My roommates. I don;t ever want to leave them! They are so awesome! Ginger is happily on vacation, Aleks is more and more beautiful to me each day, so is Emma. I have to sweetest friends, and they live with me and pay me rent. Could it be any better? :)
5. I put an offer on the apt, and I know there will be favor and blessing around it. I haven't really told anyone about it, but yeah, it's going to be awesome, and I am thankful and excited to be investing some of my money into things I feel will be beneficial in making me less dependent upon a full time job, which my goal is to live off residual income, and do really well at it!
6. I start school in January, and I can't believe it! I will be in school again! I am thankful because I am learning a trade that will potentially make me really desirable for the mission field. I want to be equip and full available to the work of Jesus. My life, is to be fully lived for Him, and Him alone. Jesus, would you gracefully show me the ropes?
7. My friends are amazing. I am surrounded by fearless, smart, faithful, kind, strong and loving brothers and sisters. Jesus, would you strengthen them, and let Your word flow ceaselessly through them. Use them to destroy strongholds and breakdwon the enemies walls of separation. Such ferocious daughters and sons.
8. My whole house is great, I can do anything good. My house is a house of worship and prayer, lit up like a fire in the Holy Spirit!
9. I am thankful life isn't over yet, because I want to go white water rafting one day. I want to see India and Israel.
SO that is the update! If you don't know Jesus this way, and you want to, then just pray, and ask Him to show himself to you. If you draw near to Him, He will draw near to you. James 4:8
Thanks for reading!
It's already November 2010. 2010 is almost gone. I can't even begin to tell you how frustrating it is, that time passes so quickly these days. gr... but what can I do about it? Absolutely nothing! Enjoy each moment and remain thankful for the blessings I have!
What blessings do I have? What a perfect time to write them down, it's the start of Thanksgiving week. Jesus, Light these next 25 years of holidays on fire. I just expect them to be full of blessing, because of all the years the enemy has stolen from me. And then use these next 25 years as preparation for the next 25 years to pour into other lives the blessings I have received! Oh Jesus, you have come to bring me life, and more life more abundantly.
So thank YOU for the trials.
1. This first trial that I am going to share, has left me fighting a war, I didn't even know I was really in. We just had a really powerful time of teaching in my church called, Eleven. I left there with so many awesome words of encouragement (that I'll share afterwards) and a renewed passion and zeal to serve Jesus Christ whole heartedly. But at the same time, I felt like the enemy was sent to destroy somethings in my life, that really are near and dear to my heart. My relationship with my love, Ryan, was really being tried. Lots of doubt and fear was circling around me, prowling and roaring, making me feel intimidated and full of fear. So, I am PRAISING JESUS, because HE is setting thing RIGHT all over the earth. I have a loving Saviour, who has come to fight the battles for me. I have faith that He is sending out warring angels on my behalf, to see the plans He has for me fulfilled. So, I seriously, am just so thankful for my relationship with Jesus. My trust and rest are in Him. I am so excited to be in His word again. His word brings me so much life, and joy, and understanding, and power. OHHHHH I love it so much, He fills me in every way, satisfying my desire, and everything else is just an extra sweet kiss.
2. I am also thankful that He even plans my days for me. There isn't an hour that goes by, that is unplanned by Him. It's funny, because sometimes, I will be thinking, man I would rather do this or that, but OK, I already made plans. And God will just reorganize my life, and it's perfectly 100% what I want. I am thankful that!
3. The Edmonds can use the truck! I am glad about this, but I am also praying we come up and live out a good deal. I would like to be taught how to invest by Bruce's dad, and if I should get some money for it, them Lord, let me know how much. If this is a resource YOU are moving me to give, then do it. I would rather it be used, than sit in my driveway taking up space. Have your way precious Jesus. You give and take away, but my heart will choose to say, Blessed by YOUR NAME!
4. My roommates. I don;t ever want to leave them! They are so awesome! Ginger is happily on vacation, Aleks is more and more beautiful to me each day, so is Emma. I have to sweetest friends, and they live with me and pay me rent. Could it be any better? :)
5. I put an offer on the apt, and I know there will be favor and blessing around it. I haven't really told anyone about it, but yeah, it's going to be awesome, and I am thankful and excited to be investing some of my money into things I feel will be beneficial in making me less dependent upon a full time job, which my goal is to live off residual income, and do really well at it!
6. I start school in January, and I can't believe it! I will be in school again! I am thankful because I am learning a trade that will potentially make me really desirable for the mission field. I want to be equip and full available to the work of Jesus. My life, is to be fully lived for Him, and Him alone. Jesus, would you gracefully show me the ropes?
7. My friends are amazing. I am surrounded by fearless, smart, faithful, kind, strong and loving brothers and sisters. Jesus, would you strengthen them, and let Your word flow ceaselessly through them. Use them to destroy strongholds and breakdwon the enemies walls of separation. Such ferocious daughters and sons.
8. My whole house is great, I can do anything good. My house is a house of worship and prayer, lit up like a fire in the Holy Spirit!
9. I am thankful life isn't over yet, because I want to go white water rafting one day. I want to see India and Israel.
SO that is the update! If you don't know Jesus this way, and you want to, then just pray, and ask Him to show himself to you. If you draw near to Him, He will draw near to you. James 4:8
Thanks for reading!
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Gimme a T for Trial!
There is nothing better than Love
I know it comes from straight above.
Will we trust you fully with ourselves
and live out the way Your Word tells?
Something I like, is opening your word
and telling people things they've never heard.
Would you send me out to talk to them
or have a home for fasting and prayer?
Could I open up a place where I could fast leaders in a healthy retreat-like way? It would be a service to the body of Christ. Powerful manifestations of the Holy Sprirt. Oh yeah! The Spirit likes to have fun! :)
WOW! and it could be for leadership who are going through physical, mental or spiritual problems? Lord, that would be awesome!
That totally turned into a dream, instead of a poem... but oh well, it's my special creation and it's all good. :)
Praises:
God answered my prayer and turned my heavy heart into praising.
I know it comes from straight above.
Will we trust you fully with ourselves
and live out the way Your Word tells?
Something I like, is opening your word
and telling people things they've never heard.
Would you send me out to talk to them
or have a home for fasting and prayer?
Could I open up a place where I could fast leaders in a healthy retreat-like way? It would be a service to the body of Christ. Powerful manifestations of the Holy Sprirt. Oh yeah! The Spirit likes to have fun! :)
WOW! and it could be for leadership who are going through physical, mental or spiritual problems? Lord, that would be awesome!
That totally turned into a dream, instead of a poem... but oh well, it's my special creation and it's all good. :)
Praises:
God answered my prayer and turned my heavy heart into praising.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Conflict Management
Have you ever had someone mad at you, and you want them to see your point of view... but you just can't seem to make any headway? Normally, when conflict arises, people take it as an "abort the ship" alarm, but it's really someone asking you to help them clean their mirror so they can see clearer. Warning: This is only cool, if in the context of a mutually loving relationship, where friendship is the goal.
1. If the conflicted doesn't listen to you, you need to give them space. Space is beneficial for both the conflicted and the listener, because now they conflicted can point out the mess on their mirror, and the listener can go and get the right tools to help clean it off. Sometimes, space may take longer than you think... but it's OK because you want to make sure you really get the mirror squeeky clean!
2. Reason # 2 why conflict management is SO cool. Conflict brings clarity. For most people, confrontation is avoided. But why not try to embrace it, because who doesn't love clarity, and feel AHMAZING when they have it? so if it takes a little "abrasive rubbing" to bring some peace of mind... well, let's do it. Validating someone you love, is always worth it. Their feelings are real, and should be taken seriously. This is a sign of a loving person.
3. Choose your battles wisely. (And I say this with a side note: Some mirrors can be easily cleaned off by yourself. So the magic here is to develop some discernment. Ask yourself, "Can I resolve this problem on my own, by knowing I am loved? Or do I really need some help seeing clearly right now, And it's PERFECTLY FINE if you need a little help ) Back to the point, only convictions are worth confrontation over... all other things are just wildly dreamy plans, that can be changed and arranged. Make em good and fun dreams thought, we've only got one chance to live! :)
4. Make-ups are VERY good. And they usually set you back on a right path... the path somewhere along the walk, you walked off... but now, after a little conflict... you get to start fresh! Ahh freshness!! So good!
5. And lastly, patience. Being patience with each other, is a sure sign that you love them. Just like sanding down wood, makes the wood smooth, so does a little sanding of relationships... they run smoother that way, it just may take a little elbow grease.
Conflict is necessary for the maintainance of any relationship. It doesn't mean there is a permenant problem.... because NOTHING is permenant. Conflict is also not an attack on you, so don't take it personal, just state your peace and trust. One last thing, conflict doesn't need to be pervasive, and seep into other areas of your life. "This too shall pass" the old adage reminds us, and what truth it tells.
Here is the lyrics to a song by Snow Patrol called Open your eyes. It tells the story of 2 lovers in conflict, and how there deep love and trust with each other is still present even in the midst of conflict.
All this feels strange and untrue
And I won't waste a minute without you
My bones ache, my skin feels cold
And I'm getting so tired and so old
The anger swells in my guts
And I won't feel these slices and cuts
I want so much to open your eyes
'Cause I need you to look into mine
Tell me that you'll open your eyes [x4]
Get up, get out, get away from these liars
'Cause they don't get your soul or your fire
Take my hand, knot your fingers through mine
And we'll walk from this dark room for the last time
Every minute from this minute now
We can do what we like anywhere
I want so much to open your eyes
'Cause I need you to look into mine
Tell me that you'll open your eyes [x8]
All this feels strange and untrue
And I won't waste a minute without you
Love you dearly.
1. If the conflicted doesn't listen to you, you need to give them space. Space is beneficial for both the conflicted and the listener, because now they conflicted can point out the mess on their mirror, and the listener can go and get the right tools to help clean it off. Sometimes, space may take longer than you think... but it's OK because you want to make sure you really get the mirror squeeky clean!
2. Reason # 2 why conflict management is SO cool. Conflict brings clarity. For most people, confrontation is avoided. But why not try to embrace it, because who doesn't love clarity, and feel AHMAZING when they have it? so if it takes a little "abrasive rubbing" to bring some peace of mind... well, let's do it. Validating someone you love, is always worth it. Their feelings are real, and should be taken seriously. This is a sign of a loving person.
3. Choose your battles wisely. (And I say this with a side note: Some mirrors can be easily cleaned off by yourself. So the magic here is to develop some discernment. Ask yourself, "Can I resolve this problem on my own, by knowing I am loved? Or do I really need some help seeing clearly right now, And it's PERFECTLY FINE if you need a little help ) Back to the point, only convictions are worth confrontation over... all other things are just wildly dreamy plans, that can be changed and arranged. Make em good and fun dreams thought, we've only got one chance to live! :)
4. Make-ups are VERY good. And they usually set you back on a right path... the path somewhere along the walk, you walked off... but now, after a little conflict... you get to start fresh! Ahh freshness!! So good!
5. And lastly, patience. Being patience with each other, is a sure sign that you love them. Just like sanding down wood, makes the wood smooth, so does a little sanding of relationships... they run smoother that way, it just may take a little elbow grease.
Conflict is necessary for the maintainance of any relationship. It doesn't mean there is a permenant problem.... because NOTHING is permenant. Conflict is also not an attack on you, so don't take it personal, just state your peace and trust. One last thing, conflict doesn't need to be pervasive, and seep into other areas of your life. "This too shall pass" the old adage reminds us, and what truth it tells.
Here is the lyrics to a song by Snow Patrol called Open your eyes. It tells the story of 2 lovers in conflict, and how there deep love and trust with each other is still present even in the midst of conflict.
All this feels strange and untrue
And I won't waste a minute without you
My bones ache, my skin feels cold
And I'm getting so tired and so old
The anger swells in my guts
And I won't feel these slices and cuts
I want so much to open your eyes
'Cause I need you to look into mine
Tell me that you'll open your eyes [x4]
Get up, get out, get away from these liars
'Cause they don't get your soul or your fire
Take my hand, knot your fingers through mine
And we'll walk from this dark room for the last time
Every minute from this minute now
We can do what we like anywhere
I want so much to open your eyes
'Cause I need you to look into mine
Tell me that you'll open your eyes [x8]
All this feels strange and untrue
And I won't waste a minute without you
Love you dearly.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
There's no architecture to how I feel.
This is going to be a prayer, one asking for guidance, confessing my naievety and praying for correction. Yeah, thing have been working out terrificly. But is what I want, worth what I need?
My only desire...
Is Christ. I have set up my life around this one thing, this One person, this One God. I just love Jesus. I feel comfort and eternal security constantly. But right now, I feel like I am in a challenging position. To what degree do I submit myself to the outside world... without compromising my personal convictions? Being in the world but not of it. I need to remember Christ when He drew a line in the sand, waiting for the person "without sin" to cast the first stone upon the women caught in adultery. Or the time the women was at the water well, and He knew she had no husband, and that this fellow she has with now wasn't the right man for her either. But Jesus, He didn't condemn these women, he knew their hearts were broken and hurting. Well right now, so is mine. Am I really capable of being Christlike in this situation, when I am just as broken as the person? Christ look upon me with love. I just want to help out, by giving what I can give.
Dad update:
I friggin miss him. He always saved me when I had a flat tire on my bike. Is someone going to help me now? Without him, am I going to be OK? SOmetimes, I feel scared. I wish I could ask him what he would do if he were me. God, please come through for me. I need you, and I am frightened.
Scripture: Do not fear for I am with you, Do not be dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you, and uphold you with my mighty right hand.
Prayer Requests:
Prayer for Amy to be exactly where she should be, every single second of every single day.
That God would lead the right people into my house soon. So I can start finding some stability
To be strong and courageous in EVERY and ALL situations! Fearless...
Praises:
Thankful for the children at camp eleven. There joy and laughter. They hearts to worship JESUS CHRIST through dancing. What an honor! Thank you God!
Honesty and communication within relationships.
Great and fun friends!
My only desire...
Is Christ. I have set up my life around this one thing, this One person, this One God. I just love Jesus. I feel comfort and eternal security constantly. But right now, I feel like I am in a challenging position. To what degree do I submit myself to the outside world... without compromising my personal convictions? Being in the world but not of it. I need to remember Christ when He drew a line in the sand, waiting for the person "without sin" to cast the first stone upon the women caught in adultery. Or the time the women was at the water well, and He knew she had no husband, and that this fellow she has with now wasn't the right man for her either. But Jesus, He didn't condemn these women, he knew their hearts were broken and hurting. Well right now, so is mine. Am I really capable of being Christlike in this situation, when I am just as broken as the person? Christ look upon me with love. I just want to help out, by giving what I can give.
Dad update:
I friggin miss him. He always saved me when I had a flat tire on my bike. Is someone going to help me now? Without him, am I going to be OK? SOmetimes, I feel scared. I wish I could ask him what he would do if he were me. God, please come through for me. I need you, and I am frightened.
Scripture: Do not fear for I am with you, Do not be dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you, and uphold you with my mighty right hand.
Prayer Requests:
Prayer for Amy to be exactly where she should be, every single second of every single day.
That God would lead the right people into my house soon. So I can start finding some stability
To be strong and courageous in EVERY and ALL situations! Fearless...
Praises:
Thankful for the children at camp eleven. There joy and laughter. They hearts to worship JESUS CHRIST through dancing. What an honor! Thank you God!
Honesty and communication within relationships.
Great and fun friends!
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