My Moment

This is that day for me. I just need my moment to be still.

Psalm 65:5-8 You answer us with awesome deeds of righteousness, O God our Savior, the hope of all the ends of the earth and of the farthest seas, who formed the mountains by your power. having armed yourself with strength, who killed the roaring of the seas, the roaring of her waves and the turmoil of the nations. Those living far away fear your wonders; where morning dawns and evening fades you call forth songs of joy.

His Endurance

I've been trying to decide the best way to move forward when doors seem to be closing left and right. I'm always very careful to watch for patterns and seek God's will as the situation unfolds. When I'm having a hard time finding His movements, I go back to earlier parts of the journey where I know God was moving us in a particular direction. I actually have those things written down for times like this. There are moments when you are on the journey with God and you are doing everything He's asked and, then, suddenly, it seems as though God has taken a break. We don't forget or abandon the journey. We stay on course, even when the course seems foggy. We are praying for our eyes to be opened to where God is working and to see the details of this plan. Unfortunately, we are losing stamina. The ongoing uncertainty is wearing on us and we are needing another reminder of God's will. I'm prayerful that we will have word from Him soon. We are needing His endurance to overtake our tired spirits for a bit.

So Much More

Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

I have spent today reading multiple of praise passages and words from Paul. I have pondered all of the things God has done for me over the course of my life. He has been very good to me, even in the midst of deep sorrow and trial.  There is always something to be gained. The beauty of walking with Jesus is the truth that we can experience a little bit of Heaven on earth. We get to walk with the power of the resurrection. As I grow in my relationship with Jesus, I realize how much more there is to Him and how much more we can do together. I am overwhelmed by the love I have already experienced and I am excited by the possibilities that lie ahead of me that I have yet to experience with Him. I want to tap into the Spirit even more and find myself so immersed in God that I can only do the good He does. I am a long way from that, but I am so thankful for the journey I have been given to walk thus far. Oh the depth of the joy that comes from living in Christ!

It's Coming!

I've been thinking a lot about the upcoming holiday season.  We are starting choir at church for Christmas.  I'm getting my Christmas at the Cathedral rehearsals and performances into my planner. It's all starting to come together and it's a little surreal.  It just doesn't seem like it should be that time of year and yet it is approaching quickly.  It makes me smile. I just love Christmas and all of the joy it brings. I enjoy the family and friends, the baking, the fellowship, the decorations, all of it. It is such a hopeful time of year. Memories come flooding back of childhood and family who have gone to be with Jesus, yet my heart is overwhelmed with the joy of the Lord. It's a great time of year and a great time to begin reflecting on the work of God throughout the year. It's on its way, and I'm ready for the anticipation and hope that comes with it.

Feeling Guilty

I was feeling guilty today about sitting on my couch, Dalton on the couch next to me, and doing nothing except keeping up with the laundry. How sad is it that I feel guilty taking time to just be? Something about that guilt seemed very wrong to me. We live in a culture where it's normal to respond to someone who asks how you're doing by saying, busy. I think that's too bad. I enjoyed my time with Dalton today. I enjoyed the fact that we sat together in our quiet home and let our bodies have some down time. For me personally, it is important to have time away from people and rejuvenate for the week, so I don't want to feel guilty about it.  I think we should start a new way of living, spending time with the people we love and not doing anything to keep us "busy". What would it look like to just be with your loved ones? I've been doing that with Jesus and it's been really good for that relationship.  I would say the same would be true for all of our relationships. I'm going to focus on the quality of just being, rather than the guilt of not doing.

You Choose Me

Lord, thank you that you have saved me from the pit. Thank you for your redemptive heart that chooses me every time, even when I don't choose you. Soften my heart to hear you, seek you, and know you deeper.  I love you, Lord, and I want to be nearer to you. Amen.

Words of Life and Truth

The darkest hour is just before dawn. Such a true statement. So why is it we can never seem to remember that in the midst of the darkness? I have found it is very important to have people in your world who can feed you truth in the darkest of times.  We need each other to help us remember what we know, rather than allowing ourselves to get caught up in Satan's schemes.  I am amazed at how lifted my spirit can feel after some of the deepest darkest moments, and how quickly the Spirit is able to bring me up from the pit. It takes words of life and truth given by Jesus through, for me, my family. Speak words of life and truth to someone today.  There is always someone who needs to hear them. Blessings on you, sisters and brothers in Christ!