I want to report 2 blessings that happened yesterday and 1 BIG Hallelujah blessing that happened as well. I posted last time that I would not let the rocks cry out praises for me so today I am crying out.."Thank you Jesus." It may appear that the smallest of positive moments and the smallest of victories are not significant in the realm of God doing such magnificent things all around the world. I am humbled in knowing that with great big needs out there God orchestrated some sweet simple things to encourage me yesterday.
Before I sing praise to our Lord, I do want to share that my heart is near numb about the shootings our nation experienced at Fort Hood yesterday. I say numb because I want to be angry, I want to cry, and I want to reach out, but all I can do is say, "Lord, this is yours." and like my pastor told me recently, "Nothing takes God my surprise." I don't know what to do with my emotions re: what happened to these men, their families. My human response is anger and I choose to hand all my emotions to God and say a prayer for comfort, aid, and Federal resolve to seek justice with the gunmen. I am truly heartbroken for these families.
There is some praise for Tim my son. He may be a trying, rebellious young man but he is alive and if I want to hug the little porcupine then at least I can.
So Wednesday this last week was a trying day with my son. I had just given praises to my Lord for some improvement and cooperative days with Tim and then Satan pulled out his fiery darts. They hit and we all "played" victim. Not good! I hit the bed at 6pm with some prayer time and a med to knock me out. I woke up refreshed and filled with God's strength...I had specifically asked Him for this.
Kevin woke me up at 7am. He placed a small glass of orange juice at my bedside along with a card that came in the mail from a woman in my church. I read it and the tears fell like huge splashes onto my face. It read in part, "May the Lord bless you with the Strength of His presensce...." and "May all that is in God's heart for you meet all the needs that your heart is now facing." My poor heart is so fragile re: my son, dear friends. The card included a scripture: "He is always thinking about you and watching everything that concerns you." 1 Peter 5:7 TLB. The card ended with a personal note from the sender.
Today I praise God for those of you who make the time to reach out to those who need your prayers like this dear woman who reached out to me. Your time given to those God puts in your mind or path will not go to waste. In my case, the timing was perfect.
Last night Kevin and I stopped by our church for a time of prayer. It was encouraged by the preacher to come this day anytime to pray for our church, our needs and for those around us. When we were leaving, a young woman stopped us. She wanted to share an exchange she had with our son the previous night. Tim was taken to church but refused to go inside. When church ended he got out and met with some guys from the youth group. This woman has a special spot for Tim in her heart and apparently he has respect for her. We have asked him to change his Facebook picture many a time and others have commented to him as well. During her visit with Tim, she mentioned his facebook picture. She had a very unique approached that didn't involve a scolding or a negative connotation. She attributed it to his "good" looks he has and how the pic did not reflect his good looks, and "good" self. She talked to him about the positive things she remembered and reaffirmed her love and care for him. He came home that very night and changed his picture. She saw it yesterday morning and told us last night. She told us not to give up and that she sees the good in Tim. Wow! Praise the Lord.
Friends woo hoo! God will never leave you alone and will be with you and encourage you. Keep the faith. Remember I said this so when I am down you can point me back to this blog entry!!
So last week Monday, I balanced my checkbook to the PENNY! It was in the positive and it went very well. I paid some bills and was feeling quite relieved for getting these responsibilites done. I did however feel in my heart and knew by His word that I needed to get rid of my debt and walk in the ways He has taught us through our Crown financial study and the various other sources and examples He has given us. I came to realize that no more excuses can overcome the truth that I need to go find a job. Friends, that thought came and went however. That was Monday, but Wednesday I get a phone call from my doctor's wife to see if I would be interested in my old job back.! Apparently their current receptionist had a job offer she was considering. The thought was if she chose to leave then I could come back if I wanted to. I said that we would pray about it. If it was for me to work again at the office then the receptionist would take the other job. Either way I would be happy. Happy to be considered to come back or happy that the current receptionist would be happy with her choice. Yesterday, Thursday, I get a call. Guess what? I am going back to work! It's full time and the money will help us seek some financial relief and ultimately some freedom. GOD IS GOOD.
This blog has been all about God's victories and praises in my life. I do want you to be encouraged though. If you have been reading me long enough, you know that I am a Jesus girl with fragile faith at times, with human emotions that work out without wisdom sometimes, and with overwhelming trials that come from life itself and from self affliction. I am a real woman made of flesh. BUT I am a believer, chosen by God and He does care about my needs. He is faithful, slow to anger, and His love is everlasting. I am in relationship with Him. This can be your hope too if you have a relationship with Christ. Be encouraged this day. Reach out to Him. He is not a porcupine...give Him a great big hug from a heart of surrender!
1 comment:
I loved your post.Your such an encouraging person. I am back to blogger for a while anyway. I hope your life is good sweet friend. Love you. : ) Lisa
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