So, I've been wondering....I have seen a ton of hits on the "He Said" post, but I don't know what you guys think of it. What does this song mean to you? What has God taught you through this song? And what are you doing in your own life that says, "I know God isn't going to give me more then I can take, and He'll NEVER let me go. So I'm gonna trust Him"? I want to know how God has been blessing you through this song!! Talk to me!! =)
Hope y'all are enjoying your day of worship and rest! :) Also hope that your day has been just as pretty as mine has! See, spring is in full swing here....and the weather is absolutely beautiful! So yeah, hope that y'all are having nice weather as well!
I wanted to share with y'all a fabulous opportunity! The Teenage LifeClub is sending out pro-life letters through the month of March. These letters are going to the Supreme Court and the White House. They are hoping for 1 million letters, and they need your help to make it possible! Please check out there blog for more details: http://www.theteenagelifeclub.blogspot.com/ .
Love this poem, and its so true. It's a good reminder that I think we too often need. WAY too often I find myself in this place. But God, through His Word (and music), brings me back to Him, and says, "Hey I'm all you need. Delight in Me, and I will give you the desires of your heart. You can't find your desires, happiness, or peace anywhere else. I am ALL you need." And lately I've been finding that our in incredible ways!!
One by one He took them from me,
All the things I valued most,
until I was empty-handed;
Every glittering toy was lost.
And I walked earths highways, grieving,
In my rags and poverty.
Till I heard His voice inviting,
"Lift your empty hands to Me!"
So I held my hand toward heaven,
And He filled them up with a store
Of his own transcendent riches,
Till they could contain no more.
And at last I comprehended
With my stupid mind and dull,
That God COULD not pour His riches
Into hands already full!
~Olivia~ Ps. 37:4 Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart."
I love music, and often if I'm struggling to make a decision, or I'm in the middle of a trial, or just down about life, the Lord always speaks to me in the biggest ways through music...and yes, through His Word as well.
I have been struggling with a decision about my summer. Last summer I went to work away from home for a good Christian family, and things didn't go well for me. I made some bad decisions, and my bosses wife and I didn't get along all that well. I wasn't expecting the family to ask me back, and I really didn't want to go back at all. But in January, the family asked me back. And they asked me back. AND they asked me back again. I felt really bad, and I kind of felt that I owed to to them for the trouble that I caused them last year. Plus I wanted to prove to myself that I could be on my own, and make wise decisions. My parents let me make the decision, but ultimately had the final say if he didn't feel at peace about it. So with a lot of prayer, consideration, and talks with my mom, and dad, I decided that I am going to go back.
Two of the songs that really spoke to me were "You Lead" by Jamie Grace, and this song, "He Said" by Gruop1Crew. It felt like God was standing right in front of me, and saying it to my face. I know now that last summer wasn't a mistake, and that God had me there for a reason. I still feel terrible about it, and a big part of me wishes that I hadn't gone because it would have saved me, especially me parents, a lot of pain. And still don't know if going back is what I want to do, and I am scared to death of going back. But if He doesn't want me there, then He'll pull me out of it, and if I go then it is His will. I'll take what I learned from last summer, apply it, and serve the people that I work for all for the glory of God.
If you're listening to this song right now, and you're in the middle of a trouble or trial, I hope that you find hope in this song, and that God speaks to you. I know what it feels like to be confused, and alone, and in pain because of a past mistake. But remember what He said: "I won't give you more then you can take. And I might let you bend, but I won't let you break. I'll never ever let you go."
Ok, I have noticed that we have been getting a good number of hits on my "Prayer Request" post that I had posted quite a while ago. I am sorry that I completely forgot to update all of you on those two requests. In fact, I finally clicked the post because we were getting hits on it, and I forgot what is it was that we asked prayer for.
My friend, Elora, recovered quickly, and she was able to play the last few games of basketball this season. Thank you for your prayers for Elora...I know she appreciated it!! My other friend, Melissa, also recovered quickly to everyone's surprise. She missed some games, but again, she was able to play the last few games of the season.
I found this quote and I really like it. What do you think?
“It is better to be hated for what you are then to be loved for what you are not.”
You know, sometimes we try to change the way we look, the we talk, the way we walk, what we wear, and everything about us, and the way that God made us to try to fit in with others...to be part of the "cool" crowd. We think that because we are the way we are, people won't like us, and we have to try to be someone, or something else so that they will. Well, I have news for us: If the people that we call friends don't like us the way that God made us, and intended us to be; and if we have to change our image to fit in with the "cool" crowd, because they "like" us better that way, and it's easier, then it isn't worth changing for.
Just wanted to say thank you to everyone who helped with this year's Voices of the Innocent project. Whether you sent a letter, prayed about V.O.T.I. or both, your support is greatly appreciated! But please keep in mind, we're not done yet! Let's keep on praying about these letters. Pray that God will use the letters to touch the hearts and lives of other people. Pray that the editors will feel compelled to publish the letters. Pray that God will lead people to read these letters. Pray that God will use these letters to change people's hearts and lives. Get my point people? Yeah. We need to pray! :)
Have a wonderful day....and remember....keep on praying!
Hey everyone,
So I was looking at our stats, and I observed that I have bee getting a lot of hits on my lyric post for the song. I thought that you guys would like to hear the whole song, so I posted it for you!! =) Enjoy!!
TODAY IS THE DAY!!!! =) I know that you guys probably already know that, but I was SO excited about today, so I just wanted to announce it!! Hope that all of you are ready to send in your letters!! And for all of you who might have just found Voices of the Innocent, and haven't had time to think about letters, there is still time to be a voice. You can find all the information on our "Letter Guidelines", and "Example Letters" page. Help us be a voice!!
So it's March 4. Do y'all know what that means? Yep! Tomorrow we're sending out our letters! Are you ready for it? Is your letter all ready to send off to USA TODAY? Hope so! Remember, if there's any way we can help you with your letter, just contact us!
Y'all have a wonderful day....and don't forget to be praying about tomorrow! Pray that God will use these letters for His good and that He receives all the glory and honor from any success we may have!
