Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Trading My Sorrows - Darrell Evans
I was sitting in Bible Study tonight, and I was reflecting on what was being said about "Walking with God". A few things stuck out in my mind.
God may oppose situations unbeknownest to us . . . Hmm . . . That really struck a chord in me. I was thinking about how I have had opportunities that seemed perfect at the time, but I chalked it up to be not the right time. God may have opposed that situation for it would be a distraction on His path for me. The scripture reference was 2 Corinthians 4:8 - "We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed" (TNIV, 2005). Obviously, Darryl Evans knew what he was doing when he wrote this song, "Trading My Sorrows". It is sprung from the scriptures, as most songs of praise are written. Listen to the words in the video posted above.
No matter what the situation, God is still there with opened arms, waiting. He is waiting for us to continue that journey towards the ultimate prize. Listen to God. Give Him all of your problems and sorrows. He is the only one that can handle it.
Saturday, January 1, 2011
New Year, New Everything . . .
It's 2011 . . .
I have a plethora of thoughts going through my head currently about this new year. It is unbelievable what God can allow you to dream up when something new comes around. So, 2011 . . . I am looking forward to a year of priceless memories and learning more through the study of Isaiah with God and His Word.
I want to continue my journey to self discovery with missions. I am not sure about where God wants me to be regarding this life, but currently I still get to touch 1200children during the week. That is a ministry right now. I will be taking a class at my church entitled Mission Shift. I am hoping that I can learn more about where and how God is leading me in missions and service to Him.
At the end of 2010, I saw some remarkable signs or instances that made me realize that I am on the correct path for my life. It may sound strange, but I do not believe in coincidences. I believe that God puts people, things, and even unexplained messages into our lives. December was a month full of God and His glory, not only because we celebrated His birth, but because of some instances.
I was reminded this year about a tattoo that my grandfather had on his arm. I know you are thinking, "What does a tattoo have to do with a sign from God"? Keep reading . . . I always thought that my grandfather's tattoo was a dog, but my dad told me that it was a bluebird. I was extremely close to my grandfather (We called him Papa). I did some research on this bluebird, and military men would get these tattoos when they went a certain amount of miles overseas. My Papa served in the Philippines. Anyway, my Bible study leader gave us a gift at one of our fellowships. It was this angel with an object or thing in it's hands. Needless to say, I got an angel with a bird in it's hands. I know that I received that angel from my Bible study leader (who does not know about the bluebird connection), but I know that God wanted me to receive that angel to remind me to live my life to make God and my Papa proud.
About two weeks ago, my world was turned upside down with the confirmation news that my ex-husband and his wife are expecting. I really had moments of anger and jealousy due to the fact that I am still alone, as far as a helpmate. That evening, I posted a response something like, "I really need a miracle". I was not referring to anything in particular, I just wanted to feel good about myself. My sister sent me a message the next day. She wanted to know who sent me the message, "What if the miracle has already happened"? I asked her what she was talking about. I had not received any messages. On her phone, she could read that someone sent me that message. I never received the message on my phone, but God knew that I needed to hear that, where ever the source came from.
So, 2011 . . . I am ready to see, serve, and succumb to God and His plan for my life. I am ready to fly like the bluebirds, even if I have to relocate. Therefore, my background has changed to some birds. The birds remind me to relax, place things in God's Hands, and fly away/clear my mind when needed.
I have a plethora of thoughts going through my head currently about this new year. It is unbelievable what God can allow you to dream up when something new comes around. So, 2011 . . . I am looking forward to a year of priceless memories and learning more through the study of Isaiah with God and His Word.
I want to continue my journey to self discovery with missions. I am not sure about where God wants me to be regarding this life, but currently I still get to touch 1200children during the week. That is a ministry right now. I will be taking a class at my church entitled Mission Shift. I am hoping that I can learn more about where and how God is leading me in missions and service to Him.
At the end of 2010, I saw some remarkable signs or instances that made me realize that I am on the correct path for my life. It may sound strange, but I do not believe in coincidences. I believe that God puts people, things, and even unexplained messages into our lives. December was a month full of God and His glory, not only because we celebrated His birth, but because of some instances.
I was reminded this year about a tattoo that my grandfather had on his arm. I know you are thinking, "What does a tattoo have to do with a sign from God"? Keep reading . . . I always thought that my grandfather's tattoo was a dog, but my dad told me that it was a bluebird. I was extremely close to my grandfather (We called him Papa). I did some research on this bluebird, and military men would get these tattoos when they went a certain amount of miles overseas. My Papa served in the Philippines. Anyway, my Bible study leader gave us a gift at one of our fellowships. It was this angel with an object or thing in it's hands. Needless to say, I got an angel with a bird in it's hands. I know that I received that angel from my Bible study leader (who does not know about the bluebird connection), but I know that God wanted me to receive that angel to remind me to live my life to make God and my Papa proud.
About two weeks ago, my world was turned upside down with the confirmation news that my ex-husband and his wife are expecting. I really had moments of anger and jealousy due to the fact that I am still alone, as far as a helpmate. That evening, I posted a response something like, "I really need a miracle". I was not referring to anything in particular, I just wanted to feel good about myself. My sister sent me a message the next day. She wanted to know who sent me the message, "What if the miracle has already happened"? I asked her what she was talking about. I had not received any messages. On her phone, she could read that someone sent me that message. I never received the message on my phone, but God knew that I needed to hear that, where ever the source came from.
So, 2011 . . . I am ready to see, serve, and succumb to God and His plan for my life. I am ready to fly like the bluebirds, even if I have to relocate. Therefore, my background has changed to some birds. The birds remind me to relax, place things in God's Hands, and fly away/clear my mind when needed.
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