This GUY! ^^- I admire!! Feeling so blessed!! :)
Encouragement for the day for you!! Happy Sabbath, ya'll!! Last Sabbath of the year, make it an amazing one!
Showing posts with label life. Show all posts
Showing posts with label life. Show all posts
Friday, December 28, 2012
Happy Sabbath!!!
This GUY! ^^- I admire!! Feeling so blessed!! :)
Encouragement for the day for you!! Happy Sabbath, ya'll!! Last Sabbath of the year, make it an amazing one!
Saturday, August 11, 2012
God Restores
God never said the road would be easy, in fact He predicted that (2 Timothy 3: 12)"everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted." A preacher once reminded that we are in the middle of a war, and there is no middle ground. You're either on God's side or you're not. As in all wars, there are casualties. As a result, no one should be shocked that life is hard. Casualties come in all forms, shapes and sizes. It could be the death of a family or a friend, receiving a speeding ticket, losing friendships, experiencing financial problems, depression, struggling with a specific sin. It could also be something as "small" as losing your key, dealing with a cold, etc.
The battle isn't really what you're dealing with, as much as it is how you're handling it. Do you betray your own? Deny God? Give up on life? or do you TRUST and Deal with the situation in faith?
It is no wonder that James 1: 2-4 encourage that we "consider it pure joy, brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."
I am no different than anyone on earth. As I grow older, it is so easy to get upset at God because life "seems to be getting harder and harder". In fact, the past couple years, my relationship with God has had many ups and MANY downnnnsss. (mercy!) There have been and will continue to be tears, heartaches, pains, etc., but deep down inside, I know that I am and will be nothing without God. There is no way I would dare deny Him after what I have seen Him done in my life.
If you feel as if your life is headed down a DEAD END street...if you are struggling to find the meaning or a purpose in your life...if you are finding yourself unable to forgive certain deeds in your life that you have done...if you are dealing with depression, have lost those you thought had your back.......
Always remember, dear friend, that GOD RESTORES. Just take it one day at a time. You have a purpose in life...in His time, with your trust and faith, He will reveal it to you. PRAY WITHOUT CEASING.
This song has been on repeat since the first time I heard it way back when!!
The battle isn't really what you're dealing with, as much as it is how you're handling it. Do you betray your own? Deny God? Give up on life? or do you TRUST and Deal with the situation in faith?
It is no wonder that James 1: 2-4 encourage that we "consider it pure joy, brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."
I am no different than anyone on earth. As I grow older, it is so easy to get upset at God because life "seems to be getting harder and harder". In fact, the past couple years, my relationship with God has had many ups and MANY downnnnsss. (mercy!) There have been and will continue to be tears, heartaches, pains, etc., but deep down inside, I know that I am and will be nothing without God. There is no way I would dare deny Him after what I have seen Him done in my life.
If you feel as if your life is headed down a DEAD END street...if you are struggling to find the meaning or a purpose in your life...if you are finding yourself unable to forgive certain deeds in your life that you have done...if you are dealing with depression, have lost those you thought had your back.......
Always remember, dear friend, that GOD RESTORES. Just take it one day at a time. You have a purpose in life...in His time, with your trust and faith, He will reveal it to you. PRAY WITHOUT CEASING.
This song has been on repeat since the first time I heard it way back when!!
Thursday, April 12, 2012
my GOD IS AWESOME!!!!!
The peace I am experiencing right now in my life despite the uncertainties of the future....priceless. Dear God, thank you for YOUR LOVE!!!
I have been doing something different lately. I was reminded a few months ago that prayer is a dialogue, not a monologue. I could not wrap my head around how to "listen" to God while praying(that would take MAD LONNNNNGG, right?)...so this week, I decided to do something different.
1)Pray (intercede on behalf of others and myself), THEN
2)Journal what has been going on with me, then
3)Ask a question, usually "where do you want me to go from here, Lord?" or "what do you want to do right now?" etc. Finally,
4)RANDOMLY open my Bible to place and whichever chapter I come across (pick the one in its entirety)... read and write down my thoughts.
Amazing. Exciting. Creative. Powerful.
I shall start sharing what God has been speaking to me starting tomorrow!! It's good to know that I am not just praying (talking and talking and talking) and not listening :). The WORD is MY LIGHT.!
My GOD IS AWESOME (a friend shared this dynamic song with me!)
I have been doing something different lately. I was reminded a few months ago that prayer is a dialogue, not a monologue. I could not wrap my head around how to "listen" to God while praying(that would take MAD LONNNNNGG, right?)...so this week, I decided to do something different.
1)Pray (intercede on behalf of others and myself), THEN
2)Journal what has been going on with me, then
3)Ask a question, usually "where do you want me to go from here, Lord?" or "what do you want to do right now?" etc. Finally,
4)RANDOMLY open my Bible to place and whichever chapter I come across (pick the one in its entirety)... read and write down my thoughts.
Amazing. Exciting. Creative. Powerful.
I shall start sharing what God has been speaking to me starting tomorrow!! It's good to know that I am not just praying (talking and talking and talking) and not listening :). The WORD is MY LIGHT.!
My GOD IS AWESOME (a friend shared this dynamic song with me!)
Friday, March 30, 2012
the way God works.
For the past couple of months, or maybe years (lol), especially being in school, it's been really hard for me to not feel a bit..."trapped". I remember the days when I was so ambitious and excited about life...so ready to conquer the world, so focused and so determined..and it's not that much has changed, except that I have been feeling as if I have been "stuck" in the same environment, place, system (educational) for years now. I am a future-thinker. I love to plan, dream of doing different things in life simultaneously, direct my own life...but because of studies, studies and more studies, I have been so limited in what I could/can do...and that sometimes can make me feel so frustrated and extremely miserable!! (ahhh, because being "trapped" leaves little room to "move around" and "experience freedom").
As such, when I notice that others can have that opportunity to do different things (have a career already, for example), it makes me grow impatient. Yet, lately, I have been realizing that while there is greatness in focusing on the future, it's so easy to miss the blessings and enjoy the present. It is no wonder that I start feeling unsatisfied with the place I am in life, and wishing that I was "done already" so I can "do something with my life", wishing that I was this and that and feeling so useless....WHOMP WHOMP.
Thus, this evening as I am spending time with God, and reading a testimony online, I am led to 1 Corinthians 1:26-31. The verses read: Brothers and sisters, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth. But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. God chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things—and the things that are not—to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast before him. It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption. Therefore, as it is written: “Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord.”
God led. I needed to hear those words.
We are not perfect. We will never be. Our present is there (in whatever shape or form) to humble us and to remind us that this life is NOT our own! In this case, God chose my present to nullify the things that are, so that I can't boast before Him. What powerful verses. I need to memorize ASAP.
As such, when I notice that others can have that opportunity to do different things (have a career already, for example), it makes me grow impatient. Yet, lately, I have been realizing that while there is greatness in focusing on the future, it's so easy to miss the blessings and enjoy the present. It is no wonder that I start feeling unsatisfied with the place I am in life, and wishing that I was "done already" so I can "do something with my life", wishing that I was this and that and feeling so useless....WHOMP WHOMP.
Thus, this evening as I am spending time with God, and reading a testimony online, I am led to 1 Corinthians 1:26-31. The verses read: Brothers and sisters, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth. But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. God chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things—and the things that are not—to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast before him. It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption. Therefore, as it is written: “Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord.”
God led. I needed to hear those words.
We are not perfect. We will never be. Our present is there (in whatever shape or form) to humble us and to remind us that this life is NOT our own! In this case, God chose my present to nullify the things that are, so that I can't boast before Him. What powerful verses. I need to memorize ASAP.
Friday, March 2, 2012
Love Takes Time
What is right in Christian relationships?
How far should Christian couples go?
Check this out and let God lead you.
It might sounds difficult or revolutionary...but there's nothing worth something that's easy to achieve!!
Song of Solomon 8:4: "Promise me, O women of Jerusalem, not to awaken love until the time is right."
click here ----> FOR A HEALTHY, GODLY RELATIONSHIP THAT GLORIFIES GOD!!
How far should Christian couples go?
Check this out and let God lead you.
It might sounds difficult or revolutionary...but there's nothing worth something that's easy to achieve!!
Song of Solomon 8:4: "Promise me, O women of Jerusalem, not to awaken love until the time is right."
click here ----> FOR A HEALTHY, GODLY RELATIONSHIP THAT GLORIFIES GOD!!
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Don't go back!!
AMEN, JESUS!!! Someone shared this song with me today and I can NOT stop listening to the song...God is amazing!
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Do Not Rebel, and Do NOT be Afraid
One of my favorite chapters in the Bible- Numbers 14: (7-10)
And they spake unto all the company of the children of Israel, saying, The land, which we passed through to search it, is an exceeding good land.
If the LORD delight in us, then he will bring us into this land, and give it us; a land which floweth with milk and honey.
Only rebel not ye against the LORD, neither fear ye the people of the land; for they are bread for us: their defence is departed from them, and the LORD is with us: fear them not.
But all the congregation bade stone them with stones. And the glory of the LORD appeared in the tabernacle of the congregation before all the children of Israel.
Sometimes, it is easy to give up after running 14 miles out of the 15miles of the struggle. It always seems that the last mile is the hardest, but God who sees the end from the beginning bids us to NOT give up,do NOT rebel and NOT be afraid because the land ahead of us is SWEETER, and EXCEEDINGLY GREAT. The next chapter in our lives is better, sweeter than honey. Though the enemy tries to discourage, God is so ever faithful.
So whatever fire you are through right now, as long as you have God on your side (meaning you ARE doing His will), here is my word for you.
Do NOT rebel from your journey (do not complain, murmur, doubt, run away)
AND do NOT be afraid (as you go through this fire, go with CONFIDENCE)
because GOD IS WITH YOU.
Be like the three Hebrew boys today! Count it ALL A JOY to face trials and tribulations (James 1)
Blessings!
And they spake unto all the company of the children of Israel, saying, The land, which we passed through to search it, is an exceeding good land.
If the LORD delight in us, then he will bring us into this land, and give it us; a land which floweth with milk and honey.
Only rebel not ye against the LORD, neither fear ye the people of the land; for they are bread for us: their defence is departed from them, and the LORD is with us: fear them not.
But all the congregation bade stone them with stones. And the glory of the LORD appeared in the tabernacle of the congregation before all the children of Israel.
Sometimes, it is easy to give up after running 14 miles out of the 15miles of the struggle. It always seems that the last mile is the hardest, but God who sees the end from the beginning bids us to NOT give up,do NOT rebel and NOT be afraid because the land ahead of us is SWEETER, and EXCEEDINGLY GREAT. The next chapter in our lives is better, sweeter than honey. Though the enemy tries to discourage, God is so ever faithful.
So whatever fire you are through right now, as long as you have God on your side (meaning you ARE doing His will), here is my word for you.
Do NOT rebel from your journey (do not complain, murmur, doubt, run away)
AND do NOT be afraid (as you go through this fire, go with CONFIDENCE)
because GOD IS WITH YOU.
Be like the three Hebrew boys today! Count it ALL A JOY to face trials and tribulations (James 1)
Blessings!
Monday, June 27, 2011
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
When Common Sense Doesn't Seem so Common Sense Anymore....
So what happens when statistics are staring straight in your face, piercing your heart as if you've been stabbed, inducing tear fluids as if onions were residing right in your eyes,....do you get overwhelmed? broken? teared up? depressed? discouraged? ready to give up? It's so easy isn't it? It's so easy to give up hope when it appears that the most "common sense" thing to do IS to give up and walk away.
Trust me, I know. Sometimes when GIANTS are facing us, they tend to block heaven's bright light producing a disturbance in your eye sight. All of a sudden, your view of God diminishes as the giant gets bigger. Then you begin to question, which makes more sense?: paying attention to statistics OR paying attention to God? You begin to dismiss the idea that even if there were a 1% chance of hope, God could make you or your situation an exception. You begin to wonder, whether or not you're worth it enough to be part of that 1%, wondering whether or not you can do anything to be part of that 1%....as your faith struggles, and your doubts soar like eagles. Then all of a sudden, your world seems upside down, and confusion takes over.
So what do you do then?
Maybe the answer is to let go of Self, and get on your knees, knowing that God is STILL holy, and He is STILL on the throne. Don't be afraid to ask for signs because when "common sense" makes so much sense, it's hard to argue, but if you allow God to help you distinguish "Godly Sense" from "Common Sense", your world will reverse itself slowly but surely.., flipping the giant upside down, and providing you the full view of God's light shining down.
So today do one thing: LET IT GO and feel His peace. He's on the throne, STILL! :)
"Be still. And KNOW that I am God".
Trust me, I know. Sometimes when GIANTS are facing us, they tend to block heaven's bright light producing a disturbance in your eye sight. All of a sudden, your view of God diminishes as the giant gets bigger. Then you begin to question, which makes more sense?: paying attention to statistics OR paying attention to God? You begin to dismiss the idea that even if there were a 1% chance of hope, God could make you or your situation an exception. You begin to wonder, whether or not you're worth it enough to be part of that 1%, wondering whether or not you can do anything to be part of that 1%....as your faith struggles, and your doubts soar like eagles. Then all of a sudden, your world seems upside down, and confusion takes over.
So what do you do then?
Maybe the answer is to let go of Self, and get on your knees, knowing that God is STILL holy, and He is STILL on the throne. Don't be afraid to ask for signs because when "common sense" makes so much sense, it's hard to argue, but if you allow God to help you distinguish "Godly Sense" from "Common Sense", your world will reverse itself slowly but surely.., flipping the giant upside down, and providing you the full view of God's light shining down.
So today do one thing: LET IT GO and feel His peace. He's on the throne, STILL! :)
"Be still. And KNOW that I am God".
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Bear Each Other's Burdens
How frustrating it is when you are trying to get someone to "get it" and s(he) is taking forever to get to "your level of understanding". If only they were perfect...well, if only WE were perfect.
A Perfect person in his/her eyes, is someone who:
UNDERSTANDS them.
is PATIENT with them.
is HELPFUL.
is able to MAKE HIS/HER life EASIER.
When you are frustrated with someone (especially family members), remember that the PERFECT person LOVES, and that regardless of the person's shortcomings, that person wants to feel loved and valued...
Love is: patient, kind, NOT easily ANGERED, keeps NO records of WRONGS.
IT ALWAYS protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
Bear their burdens, and Pray. GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF THE REST. NO matter how IRRATIONAL they may appear to be. :)
A Perfect person in his/her eyes, is someone who:
UNDERSTANDS them.
is PATIENT with them.
is HELPFUL.
is able to MAKE HIS/HER life EASIER.
When you are frustrated with someone (especially family members), remember that the PERFECT person LOVES, and that regardless of the person's shortcomings, that person wants to feel loved and valued...
Love is: patient, kind, NOT easily ANGERED, keeps NO records of WRONGS.
IT ALWAYS protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
Bear their burdens, and Pray. GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF THE REST. NO matter how IRRATIONAL they may appear to be. :)
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Captivate Us
Wow, it's just amazing to take the time out to read my previous posts. Apparently in October, I was feeling the heat academically, and praying for a testimony as I was overwhelmed with work, as the semester was ending. Well, guess what. I ended up receiving all As in all FIVE of my classes. Obviously, I made it. I would like to say that I don't know how it happened, but I'd be lying.
God did it.
He is such an a.ma.zing God.
I thought last semester was tough....well, this one was no better. Except that I learned half way through that worrying wasn't going to do anything meaningful for me. As God has lead me in the past, I should be sure that He would lead me again. As I left the "worrying" to God, focused my devotion around Numbers 14, continued to spend time with Him in the morning and once again committing to a small groups this year...I can't tell how faithful my Lord has been.
With 4 classes to fulfill requirements for, 160 hours of internship to complete, 4 schools to work with in four different districts, 2 commitment to spiritual groups as well as Sabbath commitments, and a wonderful relationship to balance, there is no question that there were times I wonder if I would be able to fulfill everything to the extent I would like to. So once again, I challenged God, and asked for a testimony, and once again I believe He will do what He said He would do- take care of me, and guide me.
With one week and a half left for school, here are my testimonies:
1. I passed a very important exam that I was a bit nervous about since I waited the day before to actually study for it. Lord willing, I will be alive to graduate with my M.A. degree this summer. yay :-D. God, You're amazing.
2. I have fulfilled all the requirements for the class that I was struggling to find motivation to complete. 4 ten-plus pages of reports done (worth half of my grade), and 2 presentations and papers completed (the other half). Apparently, I reached mastery. God, You're great.
3. For my practicum class, I had slightly given up on having to complete all my 160 hours this week because I didn't think it would actually come true. For the first time, I was okay with having a Deferred Grade in my transcript. Today, when I calculated my hours, I am 5 hours short of fulfilling the 160 hours needed. Dear God, should I say more?
4. The small groups that I was part of this summer, has been the best yet. It was amazing, and as of Sunday, we concluded our last meeting. Even when we don't know what we need, You step right in and provide it for us, Lord. As far as church-related commitments, I have successful taught the classes, even played the piano and sang. It's good to use what you have, even when you don't think you have much to offer, to praise God, I have realized.
5. Finally, as far as relationship. There is so much to say, but each day, not only to learn more about my awesome boyfriend :), but I also learn more about myself, and about the AWESOME GOD we both serve. God's timing is certainly the best. I wouldn't want it any other way. Thank you God for the people you send in my life. You always know what I need, even when I don't think I need them. I thank YOUU!!!!.
Doubting a little yourself? check out the story of the Israelite in Numbers 14. Take the journey with them, watch how Moses reasoned with God, and listen to how God responded.
For those who choose to believe in His word, He will never fail you. Doubt Him no more.
----> BE BLESSED!!!! <-------
God did it.
He is such an a.ma.zing God.
I thought last semester was tough....well, this one was no better. Except that I learned half way through that worrying wasn't going to do anything meaningful for me. As God has lead me in the past, I should be sure that He would lead me again. As I left the "worrying" to God, focused my devotion around Numbers 14, continued to spend time with Him in the morning and once again committing to a small groups this year...I can't tell how faithful my Lord has been.
With 4 classes to fulfill requirements for, 160 hours of internship to complete, 4 schools to work with in four different districts, 2 commitment to spiritual groups as well as Sabbath commitments, and a wonderful relationship to balance, there is no question that there were times I wonder if I would be able to fulfill everything to the extent I would like to. So once again, I challenged God, and asked for a testimony, and once again I believe He will do what He said He would do- take care of me, and guide me.
With one week and a half left for school, here are my testimonies:
1. I passed a very important exam that I was a bit nervous about since I waited the day before to actually study for it. Lord willing, I will be alive to graduate with my M.A. degree this summer. yay :-D. God, You're amazing.
2. I have fulfilled all the requirements for the class that I was struggling to find motivation to complete. 4 ten-plus pages of reports done (worth half of my grade), and 2 presentations and papers completed (the other half). Apparently, I reached mastery. God, You're great.
3. For my practicum class, I had slightly given up on having to complete all my 160 hours this week because I didn't think it would actually come true. For the first time, I was okay with having a Deferred Grade in my transcript. Today, when I calculated my hours, I am 5 hours short of fulfilling the 160 hours needed. Dear God, should I say more?
4. The small groups that I was part of this summer, has been the best yet. It was amazing, and as of Sunday, we concluded our last meeting. Even when we don't know what we need, You step right in and provide it for us, Lord. As far as church-related commitments, I have successful taught the classes, even played the piano and sang. It's good to use what you have, even when you don't think you have much to offer, to praise God, I have realized.
5. Finally, as far as relationship. There is so much to say, but each day, not only to learn more about my awesome boyfriend :), but I also learn more about myself, and about the AWESOME GOD we both serve. God's timing is certainly the best. I wouldn't want it any other way. Thank you God for the people you send in my life. You always know what I need, even when I don't think I need them. I thank YOUU!!!!.
Doubting a little yourself? check out the story of the Israelite in Numbers 14. Take the journey with them, watch how Moses reasoned with God, and listen to how God responded.
For those who choose to believe in His word, He will never fail you. Doubt Him no more.
----> BE BLESSED!!!! <-------
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
STILL ALIVE!!! :)
It's been an amazing start to the new year so far!
New semester.
New outlook on life.
And new goals.
I am disappointed though that I have failed to keep up with this religiously, but things just.got.hectic. Many new testimonies of course: from last semester, to safe travels all over, etc.
Interested in doing mission work...on a cruise? (check: http://www.adventistyouth.org/cwm/)
I have the coolest people in my life. fyi. Praise God.
Isaiah 41:10
New semester.
New outlook on life.
And new goals.
I am disappointed though that I have failed to keep up with this religiously, but things just.got.hectic. Many new testimonies of course: from last semester, to safe travels all over, etc.
Interested in doing mission work...on a cruise? (check: http://www.adventistyouth.org/cwm/)
I have the coolest people in my life. fyi. Praise God.
Isaiah 41:10
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Bump on the Road
This, I have got to say, is probably the hardest semester I have ever experienced. 5 classes, filled with out-of-class work, not to mention work and other commitments. It is now week 10, and I AM STILL trying to find motivation! God has been so good. When I look back, I still don't know how I was able to make it these past 10 weeks, and now we're down to 6, and I am worried as a I. do. not. know. what. I honestly believe this is one of those trials that James talks about in his first chapter..You know, the ones that are meant to test your patience, and your faith. Yup, that's it; and believe when I say that I feel like I currently may be feeling like the double minded man who feels unstable right now (faith is lacking!!!).
So I am sitting here- knowing full well that the God I serve is a mighty God, while my mind is aware of that, it hasn't transitioned to my faith. Because every now and then, I look ahead, and see this huge mountain, and trips over....but how long is that going to go? If you are reading this right now, please pray for miracles!!! I really just need to make it this semester and I know everything else will fall into place. I have soooooooooooooooooo many commitments on my plate (leading a spiritual group on campus, doing work for a prof, working with another spiritual group on campus, 5 classes, and outside commitment dealing with those classes. I am happy that Thanksgiving break is around the corner. Maybe I'll get some time to take a deep breath? I pray so.
So here's the deal: Starting tomorrow (well today). I am going to give God 3 HOURS of my time throughout the day. This mountain has GOT to get out of my way and the only way to get it out of the way is to call on the One who built it. Here's how this is going to work. First week of November: (Monday-Tuesday)- 6am-7am, 11:45am-12:45pm, 10-11pm (Wednesday-Thursday)- 6am-8am, 11-45am-12:45pm (Friday)- 6am-7am, 10-midnight In total, I will be giving God 15 hours of my time this week. I am confident by faith that I WILL HAVE A TESTIMONY BY THE END OF THIS SEMESTER. COUNT ON IT!!!!
So I am sitting here- knowing full well that the God I serve is a mighty God, while my mind is aware of that, it hasn't transitioned to my faith. Because every now and then, I look ahead, and see this huge mountain, and trips over....but how long is that going to go? If you are reading this right now, please pray for miracles!!! I really just need to make it this semester and I know everything else will fall into place. I have soooooooooooooooooo many commitments on my plate (leading a spiritual group on campus, doing work for a prof, working with another spiritual group on campus, 5 classes, and outside commitment dealing with those classes. I am happy that Thanksgiving break is around the corner. Maybe I'll get some time to take a deep breath? I pray so.
So here's the deal: Starting tomorrow (well today). I am going to give God 3 HOURS of my time throughout the day. This mountain has GOT to get out of my way and the only way to get it out of the way is to call on the One who built it. Here's how this is going to work. First week of November: (Monday-Tuesday)- 6am-7am, 11:45am-12:45pm, 10-11pm (Wednesday-Thursday)- 6am-8am, 11-45am-12:45pm (Friday)- 6am-7am, 10-midnight In total, I will be giving God 15 hours of my time this week. I am confident by faith that I WILL HAVE A TESTIMONY BY THE END OF THIS SEMESTER. COUNT ON IT!!!!
Bump on the Road
This, I have got to say, is probably the hardest semester I have ever experienced. 5 classes, filled with out-of-class work, not to mention work and other commitments. It is now week 10, and I AM STILL trying to find motivation! God has been so good. When I look back, I still don't know how I was able to make it these past 10 weeks, and now we're down to 6, and I am worried as a I. do. not. know. what. I honestly believe this is one of those trials that James is talking about in his first chapter..You know, the ones that are meant to test your patience, and your faith. Yup, that's it; and believe when I say that I feel like I currently may be feeling like the double minded man who feels unstable right now (faith is lacking!!!).
So I am sitting here- knowing full well that the God I serve is a mighty God, while my mind is aware of that, it hasn't transitioned to my faith. Because every now and then, I look ahead, and see this huge mountain, and trips over....but how long is that going to go? If you are reading this right now, please pray for miracles!!! I really just need to make it this semester and I know everything else will fall into place. I have soooooooooooooooooo many commitments on my plate (leading a spiritual group on campus, doing work for a prof, working with another spiritual group on campus, 5 classes, and outside commitment dealing with those classes. I am happy that Thanksgiving break is around the corner. Maybe I'll get some time to take a deep breath? I pray so.
So here's the deal: Starting tomorrow (well today). I am going to give God 3 HOURS of my time throughout the day. This mountain has GOT to get out of my way and the only way to get it out of the way is to call on the One who built them. Here's how this is going to work. First week of November: (Monday-Tuesday)- 6am-7am, 11:45am-12:45pm, 10-11pm (Wednesday-Thursday)- 6am-8am, 11-45am-12:45pm (Friday)- 6am-7am, 10-midnight In total, I will be giving God 15 hours of my time this week. I am confident by faith that I WILL HAVE A TESTIMONY BY THE END OF THIS SEMESTER. COUNT ON IT!!!!
So I am sitting here- knowing full well that the God I serve is a mighty God, while my mind is aware of that, it hasn't transitioned to my faith. Because every now and then, I look ahead, and see this huge mountain, and trips over....but how long is that going to go? If you are reading this right now, please pray for miracles!!! I really just need to make it this semester and I know everything else will fall into place. I have soooooooooooooooooo many commitments on my plate (leading a spiritual group on campus, doing work for a prof, working with another spiritual group on campus, 5 classes, and outside commitment dealing with those classes. I am happy that Thanksgiving break is around the corner. Maybe I'll get some time to take a deep breath? I pray so.
So here's the deal: Starting tomorrow (well today). I am going to give God 3 HOURS of my time throughout the day. This mountain has GOT to get out of my way and the only way to get it out of the way is to call on the One who built them. Here's how this is going to work. First week of November: (Monday-Tuesday)- 6am-7am, 11:45am-12:45pm, 10-11pm (Wednesday-Thursday)- 6am-8am, 11-45am-12:45pm (Friday)- 6am-7am, 10-midnight In total, I will be giving God 15 hours of my time this week. I am confident by faith that I WILL HAVE A TESTIMONY BY THE END OF THIS SEMESTER. COUNT ON IT!!!!
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
a whole new year.
This past weekend marked a whole new year since I started my whole new journey. And to sum it all up- it's been a very great and blessed journey. There were challenges and mountains to confront and climb but there is no doubt that the positives, the highlights outweigh these challenges. :)
Umm, where should I start? Well, as previously stated this summer turned out to be sooooo much better than I had expected. I would've never thought. I came to grad school knowing only a handful of friends and family and I feel like I left with a family :). I am thankful for the people that God has placed in my life. I am always thankful for them. God has always place people in my life--and always the right ones. I feel so privileged to have such an amazing support group at all times.
God opened so many doors and I pray that I will be able to follow through in all of them.
Continue to keep me in your prayers..and I will do the same.
I like this song :)
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Isaiah 26:3
Wow. It has been such a long time since I've updated this blog....where do I begin?
I wish I did not have to take classes this summer.
I wish I were somewhere much more exciting than this small town.
I wish that I could go on a vacation RIGHT NOW.
It is going to be one of the most painfully slow and boring summer.
Have MERCY!!!
(my thoughts before summer started)
--God has been good. Sooo good. I feel like nothing much has been going on, but yet so muuuchhh has been going on. Should I get into details?...ummmm. Too much. But God has been good. I spent the past year just trying to refrain myself from over-committing to things happening on campus ground, primarily because all my life, I have felt like I've always been doing "things" and never taken a step back to breathe and relax.
But when I look back at this past year, no matter how hard I tried, I still found myself extremely busy....always! doing something!!!!!..... So then I began to think, is this a curse or a blessing?
I started praying that God would provide me with opportunities to serve Him because the things that I was doing were all academic-related not necessarily spiritual. As soon as I shared my thoughts with God, a load of opportunities came rushing. "Oh Lord," I thought, "I am so hesitant right now to dig myself in a hole of responsibilities." Blah Blah. To make a long story short, I am back again to being "super busy", but more so with spiritual duties than academic (though I should be).
it's been such an awesome summer so far (still wish I didn't have to take any classes though).
This past Saturday, for instance, I don't think I can remember the last time I laughed soooooo hard/had as much fun. Friday was extremely hectic!! (hair, cook/food, homework, preparing for a friend's last potluck that Sabbath, preparing to help with worship and vespers on Friday, going to church, preparing preparing preparing....) but it was great. I loved every minute of that weekend. :-D
BUSY SUMMER.
[I def complained too soon].
In any cases, I am looking forward to next weekend. I am also looking forward to the last weekend of July.
I am looking forward to December 2010.
I am looking forward to July 2011.
I am also looking forward to May 2012.
:)
I believe in MIRACLES!!!!
My mind is staying on Thee, Lord.!
I wish I did not have to take classes this summer.
I wish I were somewhere much more exciting than this small town.
I wish that I could go on a vacation RIGHT NOW.
It is going to be one of the most painfully slow and boring summer.
Have MERCY!!!
(my thoughts before summer started)
--God has been good. Sooo good. I feel like nothing much has been going on, but yet so muuuchhh has been going on. Should I get into details?...ummmm. Too much. But God has been good. I spent the past year just trying to refrain myself from over-committing to things happening on campus ground, primarily because all my life, I have felt like I've always been doing "things" and never taken a step back to breathe and relax.
But when I look back at this past year, no matter how hard I tried, I still found myself extremely busy....always! doing something!!!!!..... So then I began to think, is this a curse or a blessing?
I started praying that God would provide me with opportunities to serve Him because the things that I was doing were all academic-related not necessarily spiritual. As soon as I shared my thoughts with God, a load of opportunities came rushing. "Oh Lord," I thought, "I am so hesitant right now to dig myself in a hole of responsibilities." Blah Blah. To make a long story short, I am back again to being "super busy", but more so with spiritual duties than academic (though I should be).
it's been such an awesome summer so far (still wish I didn't have to take any classes though).
This past Saturday, for instance, I don't think I can remember the last time I laughed soooooo hard/had as much fun. Friday was extremely hectic!! (hair, cook/food, homework, preparing for a friend's last potluck that Sabbath, preparing to help with worship and vespers on Friday, going to church, preparing preparing preparing....) but it was great. I loved every minute of that weekend. :-D
BUSY SUMMER.
[I def complained too soon].
In any cases, I am looking forward to next weekend. I am also looking forward to the last weekend of July.
I am looking forward to December 2010.
I am looking forward to July 2011.
I am also looking forward to May 2012.
:)
I believe in MIRACLES!!!!
My mind is staying on Thee, Lord.!
Friday, May 28, 2010
Monday, April 12, 2010
Spirit of Power.
The motto this semester has been: TO LET SELF DIE AND LET JESUS SHINE.
So a friend and I (along with anyone who might be wanting to join in!) are stepping it up and spending this week in prayer...Interceding for OTHERS and FORGETTING SELF.
This morning I had my hour date with God from 8:45am-9:50am. It felt so good.
The verse for this week comes from 2 Timothy 1:7
For God has not given us the spirit of timidity (or fear) but He has given us the spirit of POWER, LOVE, CALM, WELL-BALANCED MIND, DISCIPLINE AND SELF-CONTROL!!!
Happy WEEEK!!!
So a friend and I (along with anyone who might be wanting to join in!) are stepping it up and spending this week in prayer...Interceding for OTHERS and FORGETTING SELF.
This morning I had my hour date with God from 8:45am-9:50am. It felt so good.
The verse for this week comes from 2 Timothy 1:7
For God has not given us the spirit of timidity (or fear) but He has given us the spirit of POWER, LOVE, CALM, WELL-BALANCED MIND, DISCIPLINE AND SELF-CONTROL!!!
Happy WEEEK!!!
Sunday, April 4, 2010
I LOVE HIM.
Sometimes (more like, everyday), I stand in awe of how amazing and awesome God is. Words simply can not express. Everyday I wake up in the morning just thinking of how blessed and privileged I am to be surrounded by inspirational and wonderful individuals. All my life, God has always placed the right people! Everyday I wake up and think of how God's mercy and grace are so undeserved...yet how unconditional is His love.
He loves us sooo much He proves it everyday. I think the scariest thought for me is to say that I LOVE HIM and not being to prove it to the fullest extent...as He did. Nevertheless, God KNOWS how thankful I am for knowing Him....for the individuals in my life testifying the extent of His love, and for nature testifying how GREAT he is. I honestly do not know how else to express this.....except I guess...through my actions...
~If you think you can find your way to God; you either have a low view of God or a very high view of yourself; or probably both at the same time~
He loves us sooo much He proves it everyday. I think the scariest thought for me is to say that I LOVE HIM and not being to prove it to the fullest extent...as He did. Nevertheless, God KNOWS how thankful I am for knowing Him....for the individuals in my life testifying the extent of His love, and for nature testifying how GREAT he is. I honestly do not know how else to express this.....except I guess...through my actions...
~If you think you can find your way to God; you either have a low view of God or a very high view of yourself; or probably both at the same time~
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Need Protection?
Safety is not found in the absence of danger, but in the presence of God! (Weekly Wisdom for the Week, 03/15/2010)
"Do your relationships control you, or does Christ control your relationships?
God wants to be the most important thing in your life. Sadly, many Christians let the opinions of other people control their own decisions, altering what they consider to be important.
Proverbs 29:25 says, Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.
Your relationships with the people you're around could be a snare to you if let them control you. However, if Christ is more important to you than any relationship, then he will control your relationships, guiding you into right, godly ones. Make Christ first place in your heart, and he will control and direct your relationships."
In order to experience God's protection, you must be in God's presence!!!
"Do your relationships control you, or does Christ control your relationships?
God wants to be the most important thing in your life. Sadly, many Christians let the opinions of other people control their own decisions, altering what they consider to be important.
Proverbs 29:25 says, Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.
Your relationships with the people you're around could be a snare to you if let them control you. However, if Christ is more important to you than any relationship, then he will control your relationships, guiding you into right, godly ones. Make Christ first place in your heart, and he will control and direct your relationships."
In order to experience God's protection, you must be in God's presence!!!
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