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RE: update - 5/5/2009 10:02:29 PM
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Just wanted to let you guys know my niece is doing a whole lot better. The doctors have increased her dosage of medicine. Thank God there have been no side effects to cause us concern. She goes to the doctor this week to get a MRI to make sure there is proper blood flow to her brain. So all is well. Thanks be to God!!!
About two weeks ago, my pastor made an interesting statement: The Lord not only wants to save us from eternal damnation, but He wants to do more than just save us. There's plenty of work to do in the Kingdom. There's people that need our love. There's people that need to know that Jesus can help them navigate through the storms of life. People need to know that Jesus loves them. It's an honor and priviledge to be used by God. It's not that we can glory and boast in ourselves, but that God will receive the glory in all that we do. I pray almost daily for God to use me. I pray daily asking God to reveal His specific will for my life. I don't want to be on the sidelines, but I want to be involved in God's work. God is going to hold us accountable as to how we have used our time, talents, and gifts for His Kingdom. There's no recession in God's Kingdom!!! Help me to do Your will Jesus!!!
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RE: update - 5/8/2009 6:24:24 PM
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I have had a somewhat tough week this far. It seems like everything is trying to hit me at one time. I tried so hard today to hold back my tears. I know a person who is following deeper and deeper into sin. It's hard to see someone you love and care about fall into the enemy's trap. I keep praying that this person's eyes would be open to the truth of God and His word. What else am I to do but pray? My greatest concern is that someone is going to get hurt. God forbid.
Also I had another short meeting concerning my job. Things aren't looking too good, but they could be worse. I am trying to stay optimistic and trust God during this time. I have to read my Word. It seems as if I am doing any and everything to keep my mind off all that is going on. Please pray for me.
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RE: update - 5/12/2009 10:54:52 PM
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I am still hanging on by faith. Tonight I really don't know how to describe how I feel. I am so glad God knows my innermost thoughts and feelings. I can't put into words how I feel right now. I went to my sister's church for Bible study tonight. I just couldn't seem to focus. I don't know maybe tomorrow will be better.
I start my summer classes in a couple of days. I am kinda of glad because taking these classes will give me something to do. It will give me something to look forward to. Well that's all for tonight. I am going to try and get some rest. Good Night.
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Alot better today - 5/13/2009 11:39:26 PM
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I am alot better today. The Lord reminded me that as Christians we already have the victory. The Lord brought to my remembrance 1John 5:4,5 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the Wworld and this is the VICTORY (my emphasis) that overcometh the world even our faith. Who is he that overcomethe the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God? These particular verses made me look at my life in a different view. Satan is constantly trying to get the people of God to look at their circumstances when God said that we are more than conquerors. We are overcomers. It may not look or feel like it BUT we have the victory.
That means we can go through our trials with patience and joy. Jesus even told us in His word that trials and tribulations would come (John 16:33). He exhorts us to be of good cheer. Remember Jesus went through hard trials that we may live and have eternal life. We have to continue to stand in spite of everything that is going on in our lives. Pray with me that God will help us to keep our eyes on Him. Tune out the voice of the enemy. He's a liar and always will be.
Also pray for our youth revival going on in our area. The young generation need to seek God as well. The young people are faced daily with tempations just as the older generations. The youth needs to know they aren't too young to be used by the Lord. They can be a Godly influence in their communites and in their schools. Pray that God will use each speaker to speak His truth.
Pray that God will strengthen me and that I will obey His Word. The journey isn't easy, but I have a strong desire to continue on this journey with the help of our Gracious God.
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All is well - 5/18/2009 8:48:34 PM
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All is well with me. I am taking life one day at a time. I start my classes this week. I need much prayer as I will be working my full time job and part time in addition to taking these classes. It's going to take determination and concentration to be able to juggle all of these tasks. I am going to have to lean on the Lord to give me the strength to be able to accomplish everything. If you feel led please say a prayer for me.
My niece has an MRI scheduled tomorrow. We went about a week ago and after we waited to see the dr. for 3 hrs they told us they were unable to see my niece. We drove almost 2 hrs. plus took a day off from work. Needless, to say we were upset. I told my sister God has a reason for everything. I was proud of my sister because she handled the situation with a Godly attitude in spite of the situation. The youth conference went well as far as I could tell. I hope the young people took each message to heart. I hope that something was done or said to change their lives. God desires to use the young people as well. Well that's all for now. Good night!!
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RE: All is well - 5/22/2009 11:03:17 PM
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I hope everyone has had a great night so far. I just got through writing in my journal. I just have so many questions for God. I have to let God know how frustrated I am with my life. There are so many things that are happening that I have no control over. I told God how I feel like a foreigner here on this earth. Nothing seems to be coming to fruition. It's not like all I do is ask God for material things all the time. I don't treat Him like a slot machine. I don't have a gimme gimme relationship with God. I just want things to start happening for me. My lifelong dreams are to finish school, marry, and have children. And also to bear good fruit for God's Kingdom. I don't understand what's happening.
At this point all I can do is continue to pray and voice my concerns to God. Prayerfully, He'll answer me. I know many people are going through far more difficult situations in which I am praying that our gracious God will hear and respond to their pleas for help as well.
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update - 5/25/2009 8:57:45 PM
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I hope everyone has enjoyed their Memorial Day weekend. I don't really have much to report tonight. I think I may read in my Bible tonight before going to bed. I am praying that God gives more revelation and knowledge of His Word. I also want not only to be a hearer of the Word, but also a doer of the Word. God has been showing me different scenery. It's almost as if I am watching a movie. I don't quite understand what all this means. Still praying for revelation.
I am tyring to prepare myself for the week ahead. I don't know what maybe befall me this week but I must be prepared to handle whatever comes my way. I must be able to rest in the Lord. Well anyways, may you all have a wonderful week!!! Know that God is on your side which is the winning side!!!!!
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RE: update - 5/29/2009 11:10:24 PM
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What a week so far!!! I had problems getting my landlord to come and do a few repairs to my apartment. Sometimes in this flesh of clay you want to get upset and end up saying something you know isn't Godly. I have been studying and reading about Christian character in the Word of God this week. And it seemed that's the area I was tested in the most this week. By God's grace my landlord came and fixed everything that was broken. Thank You Lord!!!
I am going to do a study of the Body of Christ's identity in Christ Jesus. So many times the devil likes to whisper negative things about us. He tells us we are failurers, we aren't going to make it, you'll never see your dreams fulfilled, God will never forgive you and the list goes on and on. Well, it's time for us to find out our true identity in Christ Jesus. And I personally believe it's the opposite of the devil lies. The Word of God is rich and it's probably going to take me awhile to go through the many scriptures that tells me about our identity in Christ. I am up for the challenge!!!
I may even post some of my findings in later blogs.
***PS- please join me in prayer for President Obama and his administration. I know many of you didn't vote for him, but he needs the prayers of the righteous to intercede on his behalf. This man is faced with so many different issues. I can only imagine the weight that is on his shoulders. Plus when the saints pray for those in authority it's good and acceptable in the sight of God (1Timothy 2:3).
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RE: update - 6/1/2009 9:24:30 PM
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The last couple of days have been a whirlwind. Saturday night we had to rush my 6yr. old niece to the ER. We waited for about 4hrs before they diagnosed her. She was diagnosed with an infection of her urinary tract. I didn't know children could get a UTI. It kinda of scared us considering my niece's rare brain disease. We didn't know if something was wrong with her kidneys. The doctors prescribed medicine for her and she is to follow up with her regular doctor.
This little girl has taught me more about patience and suffering more than anybody could know. She rarely complains when she feels bad. She's always so full of joy. She has moments when she gets scared, but she always manages to pull through every hard situation. My niece is strong willed and is very determined to be learn like the rest of her classmates. The strokes damaged areas of her brain that affects her ability to learn and reason. I am so proud of her. I am thankful to God that she is doing better and better everyday. I am grateful for everyday that God gives my niece. At one point and time we thought she would enter Heaven before us.
Through it all God has been and continues to be gracious to me. Some days I think I can't make it and He encourages me to keep going. I worked my pt-time job which is in retail on Saturday. My body ached all over because I was tired mentally and physically. A lady came through my line and begin to share her testimony. I told her about my nieces' condition and everything that my niece is going through. The lady told me that her daughter died of a brain tumor at the age of eleven. She said she relies on God everyday as she still grieves for her daughter. She told me that God was her strength and that God never promised us a life of ease. When she began to tell her testimony to me, all of a sudden the extreme tiredness left my body. God is wonderful!!!
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RE: update - 6/9/2009 1:36:44 PM
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I am still walking by faith. We had a meeting on our job. Things aren't sounding too good. I have resolved not to worry about what may or may not happen. Everything is kinda of up in the air. We won't know anything until a couple of weeks. I am trying even the more to stay focused on the Lord.
My two net classes are keeping me busy. It's alot of reading and writing, but I like it because I am learning alot. Hopefully, if things go well, I will be able to take a couple of more classes in the fall. My niece turns a year old today. My how time flies!!! She's already walking. She's going to have a little b-day party this weekend.
Spiritual issues- Lately I have a strond to know more of God's Word in my church setting. Don't get me wrong. My pastor is preaching sound doctrine, but I have a thirst and hunger to go deeper into the Word. My pastor is more of a preacher. I need so much to be up under a teaching ministry where the Word is broken down where I can understand it and apply it to my life. I hope this isn't a bad thing. I feel like God is calling me to higher and greater things....but I must have a deeper understanding of His Word. It's like I am stuck in a rut!!!!
I know I can't depend soley on my pastor to teach me. I must take the intitiative to dig into God's Word myself. I pray daily for understanding and wisdom. I want my life to be a reflection of Jesus Christ.
Sorry about the rambling.... But also another thing that is top concern to me is a person I know who is falling deeper and deeper into sin. This person acknowledges wrongdoing, but doesn't care about the sin that's being committed. This person is comfortable with this particular sin. There's no guilt or shame. It's tearing me apart inside to see this person in this state. I keep praying for salvation and deliverance. Only God can help this person. Any advice any of you can give me will greatly be appreciated as this situation is taking a negative toll on me. Please feel free to PM me.
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RE: update - 6/12/2009 6:33:27 PM
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I am still here in my right mind only because of Jesus Christ. I talked to a prophet earlier this week. I left my first church about three years ago. I believed I was led by God to leave because I needed more growth in the Lord's Word. I left on good terms and I explained to my pastor why I was leaving. I still visit my first church from time to time and I am still close to my former pastor. Well, anyways this prophet told me that the Lord was going to bring me back to my first church. The prophet told me that my new pastor wasn't going to accept the gift that God has given me. In other words, my new pastor isn't going to allow my gift to be used in the church setting. I was shocked when this prophet told me this. I knew I had become a little agitated with my new church I am at now. I just believe God is calling me higher. Now, on top of all the other stresses in my life I have to think about what this prophet told me. I have asked God to reveal His will to me. I am not going to leave my new church unless God tells me to do so.
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RE: update - 6/16/2009 9:18:05 PM
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This has been a hectic week so far, but nevertheless I give God praise. My sister is having surgery tomorrow. It's not life threatning, but she still needs prayer. If you feel led, please say a prayer for her that she will come through the surgery with no complicatons. Pray for her doctors as well that the Lord will guide their hands and give them wisdom. Thanks in advance for your prayers.
Also I have been thinking about this scripture IPeter 3:15- But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man tha asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear. As Christians we need to be able to defend and explain why we have put our faith in Jesus Christ. We need to be able to explain why Jesus is our hope. This should be done in a respectful and gentle way. We certainly don't want to "scare" or "run" off anyone who has an interest in Christ. In my own personal opinion, if a person asks a christian about his or her faith, this lets me know the person is curious or may have a genuine interest about our christian faith. Remember this verse when someone asks you to explain your belief in Jesus. And also let us try to live in a way that won't bring shame to us or the Lord's name.
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Happy Father's Day!!! - 6/21/2009 11:36:14 PM
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HAPPY FATHER'S DAY TO ALL FATHERS!!!!
Don't have time to post all of what's on my heart tonight but I did want to wish all the fathers a HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!! I give thanks to God for my natural father and most of all my HEAVENLY FATHER!!! You may have grown up without a father. Maybe your father abandoned you when you were younger. Or maybe he is deceased. But I know one father who has promised to never leave you nor forsake you. His name is JESUS!!! He is always there to listen. He always encourages you when you need it the most. He never tells you he's too busy to listen. Your life is His top concern. If you don't know Him, I suggest you read the Bible and turn to the book of John. This book will give you a glimpse of His character and His ways. If you don't know him as Lord and Saviour and desire to surrender your life to him I suggest you say this short simple prayer:
Lord forgive me for all of my sins. I believe that You are the eternal One. I believe that You died for me and was crucified. I believe You rose on the third day int and You are now seated at the right hand of the Father interceding for me. I need You to live. I commit my life to You. Reveal yourself to me. Thank You for loving and saving me from eternal damnation. In Jesus Name, Amen.
Psalm 27:10 When my father and my mother forsake me, then the Lord will take me up.
Hebrews 13:5 ...for he hath said I will never leave thee nor forsake thee.
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update - 6/30/2009 7:31:10 PM
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The King of Pop is now gone. I have to admit I was very sad when I heard about Michael's passing. He was so young. I grew up listening to his music and my brother at one point and time imitated Michael's every dance move. When I heard about his death, I began to think about where is Michael's soul? Did He make it through the pearly gates? Or is he in eternal damnation where there is gnashing of teeth? Maybe Michael in his final days accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior. Only God knows and God not man will have the final say. With that said I pray for the Jackson family that God will give them peace in their hearts. And through the tragic death of their loved one they may come to know Jesus as the way, the truth, and the life. No amount of money, fame, power, or fortune can even come close to satisfying a longing soul like Jesus Christ can.
On another note.... It seems as if the Lord has me on hold. I know that sounds crazy, but that's exactly what I feel like is happening. I just keep praying and reading His Word awaiting to hear from the Lord. It's in these times that a person can become very discouraged. Oh Lord, speak Your child is listening.......
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RE: update - 7/3/2009 8:56:47 PM
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I having been taking it easy today. I did get the chance to go visit one of the ministers in my former church. She is in the hospital and had to have procedure done. She has been in the hospital for about two weeks. I was glad that she was upbeat and testifying about Jesus Christ. Even in the midst of sickness, she was glorifying God. We had a wonderful conversation about the Lord. The Lord has been speaking to her about some things that He wants her to do. We had prayer before we left and I felt encouraged. Please pray for her speedy recovery.
I sense an urgency in regards to proclaiming the message of Jesus Christ. People are dying daily without knowing Jesus as Savior. Death doesn't discriminate. None of us is promised tomorrow. I feel like there is more I should be doing for the Lord. I pray that the Lord will use me to testify of Him to those that don't know Jesus as Lord. With the deaths of Michael Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, Ed McMahon, and Billy Mays the rich and famous need to know the Lord as well. I don't know whether any of these celebreties knew the Lord as Savior. I can only pray that they are in the presence of God. The harvest is great, but the laborers are few. Let's us proclaim the message of Jesus Christ to a dying world.
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RE: update - 7/7/2009 6:27:22 PM
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I have been praying to God about something I really don't pray about alot and that is my singleness. Some days I fare ok living the single life and then some days I get overwhelmed. This week this particular subject is overwhelming me. I want a Godly saved man to grow old with. Someone that I can raise a family together. Someone that I can talk to and share my life with this person. Both of us will love, honor, and obey God together.
Doesn't God know the desires of my heart? How long must I wait? When will this God ordained person find me? Doesn't God know I am not getting any younger? Doesn't He know that I desire to nurture and raise a child of my own? Doesn't He know that this christian journey is lonely? Doesn't He know that I don't want to go against His will and marry just anybody? Doesn't He know my heart aches? Doesn't He know the burdens I carry?
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RE: update - 7/15/2009 4:45:49 PM
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Today I had a conversation with my sister. She told me that one of the kids in my 6yr old niece's daycare class has been picking on the fact that my niece can't read. As some of you may recall my niece has a rare brain disease. She has suffered many strokes. These strokes have caused her to have developmental delays in learning. Some kids are so cruel. When my sister told me what happened it made my heart hurt. All my niece wants is to be accepted and loved. She has a sweet gentle spirit. She can't help the fact that these strokes attacked her brain. God has done a miraculous work in my niece's life. And I know deep down in my heart that God is going to take care of her. Please pray for my niece that God will keep and sustain her. Pray that the others kids won't be cruel to her.
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RE: update - 7/18/2009 2:09:18 PM
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I hope everyone is having a great weekend so far. I have so much on my heart and mind today. One of my family members is going through a terrible ordeal. This family member was warned if his behavior didn't change and he continued to make bad decisions, then terrible consequences would follow. Now this person is going through a terrible time. I warned him continously, but how can you make a grown man change? A person has to desire a change. After you bump your head against a brick wall so many times, it seems you would learn your lesson.
I have to remember that I was once that way before I got saved and even now today I find myself making bad decisions. That's when Jesus Christ comes into the picture. We can ask God for wisdom as described in the Book of James. Jesus won't scold or be indifferent to us when we seek Him for wisdom. But when we ask for wisdom, we must ask in faith believing that He will grant it unto us. Our faith faith must not waver or we will be described as a person who is unstable. Such persons won't receive anything from the Lord (James 1:5-8).
On another note....In my neck of the woods the unemployment rate tops 11%. That's a huge number of people out of work. I wonder if the rates are much higher than what the state is reporting. Alot of people have exhausted their unemployment benefits. Are these people counted in the 11%? I am still working. Thank God. However my state hasn't passed a state budget yet. So right now at my place of employment we are in a "wait and see" mode. Either way the Lord will provide.
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RE: update - 7/22/2009 7:33:01 PM
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This week has been a bummer so far. I am so ready for my summer classes to end. But I have to remember every class I take, I am one step closer to getting my degree. That simple fact causes me to work harder and move forward. It's all by faith. I can't see the road ahead of me, but my God knows every hurdle, every triumph, and every step I take. He alone knows what's best for me. I think of the scripture written in Galatians: Don't be weary in well doing, you shall reap if you faint not. Ok, God I am going to trust you.............
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Emotions are everywhere today - 7/29/2009 7:14:31 PM
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My emotions are everywhere today. Seeing a loved one go through an emotional and painful trial seems more than I can take. I am powerless to do anything but pray for this loved one. I told this loved one over and over again that changes needed to be made in his life. He didn't listen. Instead, he allowed other people to come into his life and allowed them to steer him down the wrong path. It's so sad. My heart aches. I feel pain and then I feel anger because this loved oned wouldn't heed my warnings. Now my family is in pain and all we can do is pray. I don't want to go into specific details, because this situation is very delicate.
Did I say all we can do is pray??? Well that's the first thing we need to do. There's power in prayer and there's power in God's name. I pray that God will open the heart of my loved one. I pray God will have mercy on him and deliver him. Please if you feel led join me in prayer.
On another note....I am now reading the Book of Ezra. Ezra is what theologians call one of the minor prophets. He was a teacher and had a love for God and His holy Word. Ezra had a heart for God's people. He wanted God's people to be obedient and live a Godly life. Ezra led the second group of exiles from Bablylon to Jerusalem. When he arrived he found the people living sinful lives. Hopefully, I will finish reading the Book of Ezra tonight.
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update - 8/1/2009 8:03:08 PM
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I just wanted to give you an update concerning my family member who is going through a difficult trial. The Lord has extended my family member mercy, grace, and deliverance. Although the trial isn't completely over, a great part of my family's anxiety is over. My family member still has a long road ahead of him. I spoke to him yesterday and reminded him that he needed to learn from his mistakes. He is going to have to change his friends. You can't hang around the same unbelieving, worldly people and expect to grow in your relationship with God. Everybody has given him a "pep" talk. Hopefully, the Lord will help my family member to take each piece of advice to heart.
I didn't have to work today and it felt great to be able to relax and do something that I wanted to do. I take my final exam this week. My summer classes will officialy be over. I am glad. It's one step closer to me finishing school. God has been so gracious to me. Sometimes I think of His goodness and my heart fills with love and gratitude for the great things He has done. I can look past my problems and see the hand of God in my life. Yesterday the Lord reminded me that He has a great plan for my life. My responsibility now is to stay close to the Lord and not get sidetracked by the cares of this world. I was feeling physically tired and discouraged a couple of days ago, but everytime I hear the voice of the Lord, the tiredness leaves my body. God is awesome!!! I am glad that He chose me to be one of His children!!
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the memories - 8/4/2009 10:24:33 PM
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I was just going through some old paperwork from my former job. Oh the memories that flooded my brain. I miss this job so much. Because of budget cuts, I was laid off from my former job in 2006. The year of 2003 was the best year of my life. I surrendered my life to the Lord in 2003 and I landed this particular job. Shortly after I was hired, I moved out on my own. Everything was falling right into place. God was beginning to reveal Himself to me in amazing ways. My life was so fruitful. Oh, how I wish those times never went away.
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update - 8/13/2009 7:47:07 PM
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I am still hanging on by faith. I don't have alot to report. My fall classes start towards the end of the month. I am looking forward to the class. I believe it's going to be quite interesting.
I had a few problems with having a bad attitude towards certain people. It seems as if I have no tolerance for people who act ignorantly. Of course I had to seek the Lord for forgiveness and remember what His Word tells me to do. Love your enemies, Bless and do not curse,let no corrupt communication come from your mouth. As you can tell, I still have alot of growing to do. Work on me Lord.....
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RE: update - 8/17/2009 1:44:30 PM
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Happy Monday to all of you!!! I was just sitting here calculating my bills while on my lunch break. I have four specific bills that I am desperately trying to get paid off. It seems as if it's taking me forever. I have cut back on my spending. Less eating out and no more buying summer clothes.
Also I turn my AC off when I am not home. Some people would argue that turning the unit completely off while not in use will actually cost you more money. I still don't know why people think it's more expensive. If the unit is turned off then there is no electricity flowing. That idea makes more sense to me.
On another note, I am kind of desiring to leave my current church. I have a post in the ministry leaders forum http://forums.crosswalk.com/the_same_sermons_over_and_over/m_4475744/mpage_2/tm.htm#4491917 which goes into detail why I am praying about leaving. There is a deep down yearning in my soul for a deeper understanding of God's Word. It's like an itch that is not getting scratched. I love my pastor and I believe that he loves God and His people. I don't want to leave, but I figure what's the used of me staying. Of course I am praying to God about this issue. I want to be where ever God wants me to be. So in the meantime I will stay until I hear from God. Please if anybody has any advice to give send me a PM.
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Cold heart towards God - 8/20/2009 8:10:46 PM
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Why do some people's heart turn cold towards God? I don't understand. I know that I am not perfect and sinless. I thank God for the great work He has done in my life. I look back on my life and I can honestly say that I am not the same person I was 6yrs ago. Thank God!!!
I was talking to a young lady yesterday. She got saved and started to attend church faithfully every Sunday. She had taken a great interest in God and seemed to be growing in the Lord week by week. At this particular time, this young lady was going through various trials. She knew that it would take God to help her endure these many trials. Now, things in her life have gotten better. Now she has stopped attending church and rarely even talks about the Lord anymore. I asked her why she stopped attending church. She became highly offended. She yelled back, "I am sorry I am not HOLY like you are". She then replied,"I have bills to pay and besides I am not impressed with Pastor XYZ anyway!".
I began to tell her how important fellowship is. She didn't want to hear what I was saying. I have come to the conclusion that this young lady knew she needed the Lord. When she felt like she could handle things on her own and she felt like her life was "back on track again" she basically quit going to church and her heart seemed to grow cold towards God. I guess she figured she didn't need God much anymore since her life had improved. It amazes me how people cry out to God in trouble and make all kinds of promises. When he delivers them, they go right back to their old lives. I know about this because I have been guilty of the same thing. We can't just pursue God earnestly when we are in trouble. We need to pursue him earnestly EVERYDAY.
Let's keep our promises to God. Let us not think that we can handle life on our own. We need Jesus in times of peace and times of trouble. Let us pursue Him earnestly everyday. Our God is faithful and He did tell us He would be with us in times of trouble. But let's love Him everyday no matter what is going on in our lives.
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