For whatever reason, this song is REALLY speaking to me today! Maybe it'll encourage you, too. :)
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Today's Devotional
Devotional taken from devotions.proverbs31.org
May 26, 2011
Don’t Eat Your Way Out of the Pit
Lysa TerKeurst
“Three times a day, he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before.” Daniel 6:10b (NIV)
Have you ever been in a pit? Yesterday I was. And you know what pits make me feel besides frustrated and down? Hungry.
Usually my pit comes when circumstances roll into my life that I can’t control.
Circumstances that affect me, but that are beyond my control, make me want to find comfort in things I can control. And eating sure does feel like an easy to get comfort.
But, in these situations, what feels comforting going in my mouth often doesn’t settle well with my heart.
Overindulging in junk food makes me feel guilty. And once guilty joins me in my pit, it only compounds my issues. So, if we can’t eat our way out of a pit with junk food, what can we do?
If I’m truly hungry, I grab a healthy option. Then, I intentionally look for something for which to be thankful and get my mouth busy praising God.
Even though I may not feel like praising God in the midst of my pit, something starts to shift in my heart and in my attitude when I see blessings in the midst of burdens. Each thing for which I verbalize my thankfulness is like a stepping stone out of the pit.
And this isn’t just my idea. It’s biblical. Look what happened when Daniel took this approach to the pit he found himself in.
In Daniel 6:10, Daniel had just learned that if anyone was caught praying to anyone else besides King Darius, they would be thrown into the Lion’s Den. That’s a serious pit! But Daniel’s reaction is amazing.
He went home, threw his windows open, and prayed anyway. I’m not thinking he did this because he felt good. I’m imagining he felt like anyone would feel in overwhelming circumstances. But he rose above his feelings to make a choice.
And do you know what he chose to pray?
“God, save me!”
“God, it’s not fair!”
“God, this is too much!”
“God, smite my enemies and wipe them out!”
“God, You know I can’t handle this without extreme doses of chocolate!”
No. None of the above.
What Daniel prayed is a powerful lesson for me.
Daniel prayed, Thank You God. “Three times a day, he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before.” (Daniel 6:10b, NIV)
Since Daniel’s response is so opposite of the way most of us would react, it makes me stop and ponder. Our initial responses are usually a by-product of the rituals we’ve established in our life. Daniel had made it his habit to be thankful.
Therefore, who God is and what God provides was front and center in Daniel’s heart — even in the midst of heartbreak.
I am so challenged and inspired by this. Where do I run when life presses in on me? Who or what am I really dependent on? Do I have a habit of inviting guilt to join me in my pit? What might happen if I stopped grabbing for comfort and instead embraced the perspective change of thanksgiving?
Yes, life will be full of pits. But, that doesn’t mean I have to be a pit dweller or a pit eater.
Dear Lord, I know it is normal for us to sometimes find ourselves in a pit. But we don’t have to stay there and we don’t have to try and eat our way out. Thank You for providing Your timeless Word to point to the way, the truth and the life. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Application Steps:
What might happen if we stopped grabbing for comfort and instead embraced the perspective change of thanksgiving? Ponder this thought today and decide how you can live each day differently with a heart of thanksgiving.
Reflections:
Where do I run when life presses in on me? Who or what am I really dependent on? Do I have a habit of inviting guilt to join me in my pit?
Power Verses:
Hebrews 12:28, “Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.” (NIV)
Colossians 3:15, “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” (NIV)
May 26, 2011
Don’t Eat Your Way Out of the Pit
Lysa TerKeurst
“Three times a day, he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before.” Daniel 6:10b (NIV)
Have you ever been in a pit? Yesterday I was. And you know what pits make me feel besides frustrated and down? Hungry.
Usually my pit comes when circumstances roll into my life that I can’t control.
Circumstances that affect me, but that are beyond my control, make me want to find comfort in things I can control. And eating sure does feel like an easy to get comfort.
But, in these situations, what feels comforting going in my mouth often doesn’t settle well with my heart.
Overindulging in junk food makes me feel guilty. And once guilty joins me in my pit, it only compounds my issues. So, if we can’t eat our way out of a pit with junk food, what can we do?
If I’m truly hungry, I grab a healthy option. Then, I intentionally look for something for which to be thankful and get my mouth busy praising God.
Even though I may not feel like praising God in the midst of my pit, something starts to shift in my heart and in my attitude when I see blessings in the midst of burdens. Each thing for which I verbalize my thankfulness is like a stepping stone out of the pit.
And this isn’t just my idea. It’s biblical. Look what happened when Daniel took this approach to the pit he found himself in.
In Daniel 6:10, Daniel had just learned that if anyone was caught praying to anyone else besides King Darius, they would be thrown into the Lion’s Den. That’s a serious pit! But Daniel’s reaction is amazing.
He went home, threw his windows open, and prayed anyway. I’m not thinking he did this because he felt good. I’m imagining he felt like anyone would feel in overwhelming circumstances. But he rose above his feelings to make a choice.
And do you know what he chose to pray?
“God, save me!”
“God, it’s not fair!”
“God, this is too much!”
“God, smite my enemies and wipe them out!”
“God, You know I can’t handle this without extreme doses of chocolate!”
No. None of the above.
What Daniel prayed is a powerful lesson for me.
Daniel prayed, Thank You God. “Three times a day, he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before.” (Daniel 6:10b, NIV)
Since Daniel’s response is so opposite of the way most of us would react, it makes me stop and ponder. Our initial responses are usually a by-product of the rituals we’ve established in our life. Daniel had made it his habit to be thankful.
Therefore, who God is and what God provides was front and center in Daniel’s heart — even in the midst of heartbreak.
I am so challenged and inspired by this. Where do I run when life presses in on me? Who or what am I really dependent on? Do I have a habit of inviting guilt to join me in my pit? What might happen if I stopped grabbing for comfort and instead embraced the perspective change of thanksgiving?
Yes, life will be full of pits. But, that doesn’t mean I have to be a pit dweller or a pit eater.
Dear Lord, I know it is normal for us to sometimes find ourselves in a pit. But we don’t have to stay there and we don’t have to try and eat our way out. Thank You for providing Your timeless Word to point to the way, the truth and the life. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Application Steps:
What might happen if we stopped grabbing for comfort and instead embraced the perspective change of thanksgiving? Ponder this thought today and decide how you can live each day differently with a heart of thanksgiving.
Reflections:
Where do I run when life presses in on me? Who or what am I really dependent on? Do I have a habit of inviting guilt to join me in my pit?
Power Verses:
Hebrews 12:28, “Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.” (NIV)
Colossians 3:15, “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” (NIV)
Verse of the Day
“This is how much God loved the world: He gave his Son, his one and only Son. And this is why: so that no one need be destroyed; by believing in him, anyone can have a whole and lasting life. God didn't go to all the trouble of sending his Son merely to point an accusing finger, telling the world how bad it was. He came to help, to put the world right again. Anyone who trusts in him is acquitted; anyone who refuses to trust him has long since been under the death sentence without knowing it. And why? Because of that person's failure to believe in the one-of-a-kind Son of God when introduced to him.” --JOHN 3:17
Thought for Today
Today's thought comes from Michelle McKinney Hammond's "The Diva Principle for Every Day Living" perpetual calendar:
It is far too tempting to nurse and rehearse the offenses and dealings of a fool, but to no productive end. It simply stirs up too much negativity in your own system. Part of disciplining yourself is learning to be silent, refusing to give more acknowledgement to the offense. Foolish seeds that have been planted will wither and die if they have nothing to feed them.
Breaking Free!
First, let me begin by apologizing for not posting in the past couple of days...life!
I am so excited to begin the book "Freedom from Performing" by Becky Harling with you! Please begin reading chapter one and answer the discussion questions. Next Tuesday be ready to share!
Can you sense your deliverance on the horizon??!!
I am so excited to begin the book "Freedom from Performing" by Becky Harling with you! Please begin reading chapter one and answer the discussion questions. Next Tuesday be ready to share!
Can you sense your deliverance on the horizon??!!
Monday, May 23, 2011
Don't forget!
Instead of Crazy Love, we will be reading the book "Freedom from Performing" by Becky Harling. We will officially start tomorrow with an intro and instructions. We will discuss the book every Tuesday by posting comments to the discussion questions found here.
You may find Becky's book here: http://www.amazon.com/Freedom-from-Performing-ebook/dp/B004WP76E2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1306162080&sr=8-2
I am sooo excited!!
You may find Becky's book here: http://www.amazon.com/Freedom-from-Performing-ebook/dp/B004WP76E2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1306162080&sr=8-2
I am sooo excited!!
Today's Devotional
Devotional taken from devotions.proverbs31.org
Divine Delays
by Zoe Elmore
The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.” Psalm 145:18-19 (NIV)
My schedule was tight and I was out of make-up, so I planned to pick up my favorite foundation at the local mall, leaving room to still arrive on time for my friend’s annual Christmas tea. As I prepared to leave, the Lord whispered to my heart, Don’t go to the mall; go to the make-up store near your home.
But Lord, I argued, I have my friend’s Christmas tea and the mall is on the way. What You’re asking me to do isn’t convenient. I will have to go out of my way and I will be late for the tea. And You know how important punctuality is to me!
After more arguing, I reluctantly obeyed and went into the corner make-up store.
I knew the young woman working. She’s not only pleasant, but quick and efficient with her customers. Lord, maybe this inconvenience won’t interrupt my schedule too much after all. As I entered the store, the familiar woman greeted me and offered to help with my purchase. I told her what I needed and added that I was in quite a hurry to be on time for my Christmas tea.
Quickly and efficiently she found the needed product and walked me to the register to check out.
This was easier than I thought, I said to myself as she handed me my purchase. Then it happened… the reason I had been led to go out of my way.
“I know you’re in a hurry, and I will only keep you one more moment.” The young woman shared. “I’d like to ask that you pray for me and my struggling marriage as you drive to your Christmas tea. I don’t think my marriage can be saved.”
In that moment I sensed the Lord, This is why I wanted to interrupt your busy schedule.
I placed my purchase on the counter, held her hands and prayed. As the Lord guided my words, the young woman began to sob, her tears landing softly on my hands. When I said “Amen,” she hugged me tightly and whispered, “Of all the people I’ve asked to pray for me, you’re the first one to stop and do so. Thank you. I’ve been very discouraged, and had thought no one would ever respond to my request. In fact, I had given up all hope that God even heard my cries for help.”
I reminded her of today’s key verse, “The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.” (Psalm 145:18-19, NIV)
She thanked me for my time, adding that she would begin to dig into God’s Word for more strength and encouragement. The store began to fill with customers. There was one more hug and an exchange of phone numbers as I left for the tea.
Since that day we have talked and prayed together on several occasions and we plan to continue. Each time she and I talk, it’s a reminder that when I listen and obey the Lord’s promptings, I experience the joy of His presence in a powerful way.
God’s divine delay taught me that being used by the Lord for His glory in the life of others far outweighs arriving on time.
Dear Lord, thank You for loving me enough to use me for Your purposes and glory. Teach me to listen and obey without reservation or hesitation. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Related Resources:
Visit Zoe’s blog for more encouragement today.
Desperate Prayers, Divine Answers, a free online article from P31 Woman magazine
His Princess: Prayers to My King by Sheri Rose Shepherd
What to do in the W.A.I.T. message on CD by Wendy Pope who shares how we can find contentment in God’s pauses and plans.
Application Steps:
Examine your relationship with the Lord; are you allowing the busyness of life to crowd out His small quiet voice?
Reflections:
Am I listening to and obeying the Lord’s promptings in my life?
Do I tend to ignore God’s whispers when they might inconvenience me?
Power Verses:
Deuteronomy 31:6, 8, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” (NIV)
Luke 12:6-7, “Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? And not one of them is forgotten before God. Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows.” (ESV)
© 2011 by Zoe Elmore. All rights reserved.
Divine Delays
by Zoe Elmore
The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.” Psalm 145:18-19 (NIV)
My schedule was tight and I was out of make-up, so I planned to pick up my favorite foundation at the local mall, leaving room to still arrive on time for my friend’s annual Christmas tea. As I prepared to leave, the Lord whispered to my heart, Don’t go to the mall; go to the make-up store near your home.
But Lord, I argued, I have my friend’s Christmas tea and the mall is on the way. What You’re asking me to do isn’t convenient. I will have to go out of my way and I will be late for the tea. And You know how important punctuality is to me!
After more arguing, I reluctantly obeyed and went into the corner make-up store.
I knew the young woman working. She’s not only pleasant, but quick and efficient with her customers. Lord, maybe this inconvenience won’t interrupt my schedule too much after all. As I entered the store, the familiar woman greeted me and offered to help with my purchase. I told her what I needed and added that I was in quite a hurry to be on time for my Christmas tea.
Quickly and efficiently she found the needed product and walked me to the register to check out.
This was easier than I thought, I said to myself as she handed me my purchase. Then it happened… the reason I had been led to go out of my way.
“I know you’re in a hurry, and I will only keep you one more moment.” The young woman shared. “I’d like to ask that you pray for me and my struggling marriage as you drive to your Christmas tea. I don’t think my marriage can be saved.”
In that moment I sensed the Lord, This is why I wanted to interrupt your busy schedule.
I placed my purchase on the counter, held her hands and prayed. As the Lord guided my words, the young woman began to sob, her tears landing softly on my hands. When I said “Amen,” she hugged me tightly and whispered, “Of all the people I’ve asked to pray for me, you’re the first one to stop and do so. Thank you. I’ve been very discouraged, and had thought no one would ever respond to my request. In fact, I had given up all hope that God even heard my cries for help.”
I reminded her of today’s key verse, “The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.” (Psalm 145:18-19, NIV)
She thanked me for my time, adding that she would begin to dig into God’s Word for more strength and encouragement. The store began to fill with customers. There was one more hug and an exchange of phone numbers as I left for the tea.
Since that day we have talked and prayed together on several occasions and we plan to continue. Each time she and I talk, it’s a reminder that when I listen and obey the Lord’s promptings, I experience the joy of His presence in a powerful way.
God’s divine delay taught me that being used by the Lord for His glory in the life of others far outweighs arriving on time.
Dear Lord, thank You for loving me enough to use me for Your purposes and glory. Teach me to listen and obey without reservation or hesitation. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Related Resources:
Visit Zoe’s blog for more encouragement today.
Desperate Prayers, Divine Answers, a free online article from P31 Woman magazine
His Princess: Prayers to My King by Sheri Rose Shepherd
What to do in the W.A.I.T. message on CD by Wendy Pope who shares how we can find contentment in God’s pauses and plans.
Application Steps:
Examine your relationship with the Lord; are you allowing the busyness of life to crowd out His small quiet voice?
Reflections:
Am I listening to and obeying the Lord’s promptings in my life?
Do I tend to ignore God’s whispers when they might inconvenience me?
Power Verses:
Deuteronomy 31:6, 8, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” (NIV)
Luke 12:6-7, “Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? And not one of them is forgotten before God. Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows.” (ESV)
© 2011 by Zoe Elmore. All rights reserved.
Thought for the Day
Today's thought comes from Michelle McKinney Hammond's "The Diva Principle for Everyday Living" perpetual calendar.
*Read Abigail's story in 1 Samuel 25.
What are your thoughts?
From the details of how Abigail's story unfolds, obviously she had taken an honest assessment of her man and accepted him for who he was and learned how to work with him. She did not allow him to turn her into a fool or even the victim of one.
*Read Abigail's story in 1 Samuel 25.
What are your thoughts?
Verse of the Day
“Each of us should please our neighbors for their good, to build them up.” Romans 15:2
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Highlighting one of my fav Worship leaders: Kim Walker
Teaching on worship (and telling it like it t-i-is):
Here are some songs I love:
Here are some songs I love:
Friday, May 20, 2011
It's Feel Good Friday!
Today's Feel Good Friday is a brief tribute to the music of one of the best decades ever: the 90's! Hope you enjoy this compilation and let me know which one of your favorites didn't make the cut! :)
They are saying this is the greatest marriage proposal ever...
Let us know what you think! Comment and share!
A Love Letter...from God, to you
Taken from "His Princess: Love Letters from Your King" by Sheri Rose Shepherd. I highly recommend this book for every woman!!
O Lord, you are good, so ready to forgive, so full of unfailing love for all who ask your aid. Psalm 86:5
My Princess...You are Forgiven Forever
My love,
I willingly gave My life here on earth and died for you. I went to a cross as your King so that your sins would be forgiven and so you would receive a crown. Not just any crown, but the crown of everlasting life. If you refuse to receive the gift of forgiveness that comes from Me, then you are saying My death wasn't good enough to cover your sin. Please, my princess, let go of your guilt and forgive yourself and those who have hurt you. In due time I will repay those who hurt you if they don't repent and do what is right. In the meantime you are free...forgiven. Once you've confessed your sin to Me, I cast it into the sea of My forgetfulness--never to see or remember it again. So let go and live a free and full life, My precious one.
Love,
Your King, Jesus
Let's talk; is it more difficult to forgive others or yourself? Please comment and share!
O Lord, you are good, so ready to forgive, so full of unfailing love for all who ask your aid. Psalm 86:5
My Princess...You are Forgiven Forever
My love,
I willingly gave My life here on earth and died for you. I went to a cross as your King so that your sins would be forgiven and so you would receive a crown. Not just any crown, but the crown of everlasting life. If you refuse to receive the gift of forgiveness that comes from Me, then you are saying My death wasn't good enough to cover your sin. Please, my princess, let go of your guilt and forgive yourself and those who have hurt you. In due time I will repay those who hurt you if they don't repent and do what is right. In the meantime you are free...forgiven. Once you've confessed your sin to Me, I cast it into the sea of My forgetfulness--never to see or remember it again. So let go and live a free and full life, My precious one.
Love,
Your King, Jesus
Let's talk; is it more difficult to forgive others or yourself? Please comment and share!
Today's Devotional
Proverbs 31 Ministries writes amazing devotionals. Here's the one from today:
Devotional taken from devotions.proverbs31.org
May 20, 2011
Because He Said So
Rachel Olsen
“And this is love: that we walk in obedience to his commands.” 2 John 1:6a (NIV)
Is there a summer camp for kids destined to become lawyers? If so, I’m ready to sign my daughter up. I’m kidding! (Mostly.) I love her dearly but she can wear me out with all her questions and challenges. She is a tweenager now but this started years ago.
About the time she turned four, she had been out past bedtime at a church event with her father. She’s an extrovert so being out late around lots of other people had her really wound up and talking non-stop on the way home. The more she talked, the more animated she became. Finally my husband said, “No more words, honey, we’re going to be quiet for the rest of the ride home.”
“Why?” she asked.
“Because it’s late and you are tired, and you need to let your body wind down and rest.”
“I’m not tired at all,” she insisted.
“You don’t realize it but you are very tired; its past bedtime and you need to settle down.”
After a moment of silence she said very matter-of-factly, “You can’t know how I’m feeling."
My husband, who has a Ph.D. in communication, came through the front door saying, “Our preschooler just out reasoned me!”
She wants to understand our plans, motives, and reasons for everything. If she doesn’t understand the logic of something she has a hard time accepting it. She loves us and truly wants to please us, but she wants to know why before she obeys. She’s usually very obedient, once she’s heard our reasons. Nonetheless, in response to her questions I’m sometimes tempted to use that infamous parental phrase: “Because I said so!”
I wonder if God ever wants to use that phrase with me?
I sometimes challenge His rules. Do not murder — check. Do not take the Lord’s Name in vain — got it. Honor your father and mother — OK. Do not gossip — hum, not even in the form of a prayer request? Do not lie — You mean, not ever? Do not envy — is this even possible?
Other times I question His ways. Can’t You just feed the poor by making crops grow? Why do unbelieving drug addicts conceive babies, but my own girlfriend who follows You cannot? Why didn’t You give me more organizational skills if You were going to have me marry this man and do this job? Are you sure You got the formula right when You made me?
God is infinitely more patient a parent than I, and He is abounding in grace and love. He can easily handle all my questions without exasperation. But I wonder if He wishes I would just simply trust and obey — just because He is God. I know I wish I would!
The scriptures say: “Do what your king commands; you gave a sacred oath of obedience. Don’t worryingly second-guess your orders or try to back out when the task is unpleasant. You’re serving his pleasure, not yours. The king has the last word. Who dares say to him, ‘What are you doing?’ Carrying out orders won’t hurt you a bit; the wise person obeys promptly and accurately.” (Ecclesiastes 8:2-5, MSG)
I want to be that wise person.
The Bible further assures me of His capable hands and creative purposes saying: “But who are you, O man, to talk back to God? Shall what is formed say to him who formed it, ‘Why did you make me like this?’ Does not the potter have the right to make out of the same lump of clay some pottery for noble purposes and some for common use?” (Romans 9:20-21, NIV)
Yes, He certainly does. I want to be the fancy vase but I have to trust I will find the greatest joy when I accept the purposes He’s designed me for.
So my goal today is not to question God but simply to trust and obey…even if I don’t understand why and even if it’s hard to do. I will accept the way that I am made and the plans that He has set before me. Yes, I know I can take all my questions to the Lord and He will lovingly sift through them, but today I want to obey His commands in swift, willing obedience — just because He said so.
Dear Lord, help me to show my love for You and others by knowing Your commands and obeying them. Give me the mind and attitude of Christ today and help me be a woman who says “yes” to You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Application Steps:
Pray, declaring your intention to obey God and ask for His help in this.
Reflections:
Have I challenged the Lord lately about the way He made me?
Or about a task He has set before me?
Are there commands I’m not obeying right now?
Will I leave this place of questioning and doubt and move forward in obedience?
Power Verses:
Romans 6:16, “Don’t you know that when you offer yourselves to someone to obey him as slaves, you are slaves to the one whom you obey — whether you are slaves to sin, which leads to death, or to obedience, which leads to righteousness?” (NIV)
© 2011 by Rachel Olsen. All rights reserved
Devotional taken from devotions.proverbs31.org
May 20, 2011
Because He Said So
Rachel Olsen
“And this is love: that we walk in obedience to his commands.” 2 John 1:6a (NIV)
Is there a summer camp for kids destined to become lawyers? If so, I’m ready to sign my daughter up. I’m kidding! (Mostly.) I love her dearly but she can wear me out with all her questions and challenges. She is a tweenager now but this started years ago.
About the time she turned four, she had been out past bedtime at a church event with her father. She’s an extrovert so being out late around lots of other people had her really wound up and talking non-stop on the way home. The more she talked, the more animated she became. Finally my husband said, “No more words, honey, we’re going to be quiet for the rest of the ride home.”
“Why?” she asked.
“Because it’s late and you are tired, and you need to let your body wind down and rest.”
“I’m not tired at all,” she insisted.
“You don’t realize it but you are very tired; its past bedtime and you need to settle down.”
After a moment of silence she said very matter-of-factly, “You can’t know how I’m feeling."
My husband, who has a Ph.D. in communication, came through the front door saying, “Our preschooler just out reasoned me!”
She wants to understand our plans, motives, and reasons for everything. If she doesn’t understand the logic of something she has a hard time accepting it. She loves us and truly wants to please us, but she wants to know why before she obeys. She’s usually very obedient, once she’s heard our reasons. Nonetheless, in response to her questions I’m sometimes tempted to use that infamous parental phrase: “Because I said so!”
I wonder if God ever wants to use that phrase with me?
I sometimes challenge His rules. Do not murder — check. Do not take the Lord’s Name in vain — got it. Honor your father and mother — OK. Do not gossip — hum, not even in the form of a prayer request? Do not lie — You mean, not ever? Do not envy — is this even possible?
Other times I question His ways. Can’t You just feed the poor by making crops grow? Why do unbelieving drug addicts conceive babies, but my own girlfriend who follows You cannot? Why didn’t You give me more organizational skills if You were going to have me marry this man and do this job? Are you sure You got the formula right when You made me?
God is infinitely more patient a parent than I, and He is abounding in grace and love. He can easily handle all my questions without exasperation. But I wonder if He wishes I would just simply trust and obey — just because He is God. I know I wish I would!
The scriptures say: “Do what your king commands; you gave a sacred oath of obedience. Don’t worryingly second-guess your orders or try to back out when the task is unpleasant. You’re serving his pleasure, not yours. The king has the last word. Who dares say to him, ‘What are you doing?’ Carrying out orders won’t hurt you a bit; the wise person obeys promptly and accurately.” (Ecclesiastes 8:2-5, MSG)
I want to be that wise person.
The Bible further assures me of His capable hands and creative purposes saying: “But who are you, O man, to talk back to God? Shall what is formed say to him who formed it, ‘Why did you make me like this?’ Does not the potter have the right to make out of the same lump of clay some pottery for noble purposes and some for common use?” (Romans 9:20-21, NIV)
Yes, He certainly does. I want to be the fancy vase but I have to trust I will find the greatest joy when I accept the purposes He’s designed me for.
So my goal today is not to question God but simply to trust and obey…even if I don’t understand why and even if it’s hard to do. I will accept the way that I am made and the plans that He has set before me. Yes, I know I can take all my questions to the Lord and He will lovingly sift through them, but today I want to obey His commands in swift, willing obedience — just because He said so.
Dear Lord, help me to show my love for You and others by knowing Your commands and obeying them. Give me the mind and attitude of Christ today and help me be a woman who says “yes” to You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Application Steps:
Pray, declaring your intention to obey God and ask for His help in this.
Reflections:
Have I challenged the Lord lately about the way He made me?
Or about a task He has set before me?
Are there commands I’m not obeying right now?
Will I leave this place of questioning and doubt and move forward in obedience?
Power Verses:
Romans 6:16, “Don’t you know that when you offer yourselves to someone to obey him as slaves, you are slaves to the one whom you obey — whether you are slaves to sin, which leads to death, or to obedience, which leads to righteousness?” (NIV)
© 2011 by Rachel Olsen. All rights reserved
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Seriously Going to Have to Read this Book!
How many of us deal with seeking the approval of others? I have been there and done that and let me tell you, it is no way to live! Becky Harling, the author of "Freedom from Performing" has traveled that road too and wants to help us get set free in that area! Amazon has it FREE as a Kindle download right now, so make sure you download it ASAP before they change the price!
From the publishers:
Product Description
Delving into fresh insights from Jesus’ parables, author and speaker Becky Harling directs you to leave behind a life dependent on the accolades of others and go on a grace-filled journey of seeking God’s applause alone.
From the Back Cover
For years, author Becky Harling lived for the rave reviews of others, until God directed her from performance-driven theatrics to a leading role as a grace-motivated follower of Jesus. She only needed to be herself, and so do you.
Freedom from Performing uncovers fresh perspectives from Jesus’ parables to inspire women of all ages to embrace authentic grace in our accolades-crazed world. Enlivened by the author’s and other women’s transparent, real-life scripts, every chapter is rich with discussion questions and practical exercises for internalizing God’s grace on a daily, personal level. This twelve-week Bible study will play a starring role in your living fully and joyfully as God intends: seeking His applause alone.
Download it (copy and paste link into the web bar): www.amazon.com/Freedom-from-Performing-ebook/dp/B004WP76E2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1305816822&sr=8-2
From the publishers:
Product Description
Delving into fresh insights from Jesus’ parables, author and speaker Becky Harling directs you to leave behind a life dependent on the accolades of others and go on a grace-filled journey of seeking God’s applause alone.
From the Back Cover
For years, author Becky Harling lived for the rave reviews of others, until God directed her from performance-driven theatrics to a leading role as a grace-motivated follower of Jesus. She only needed to be herself, and so do you.
Freedom from Performing uncovers fresh perspectives from Jesus’ parables to inspire women of all ages to embrace authentic grace in our accolades-crazed world. Enlivened by the author’s and other women’s transparent, real-life scripts, every chapter is rich with discussion questions and practical exercises for internalizing God’s grace on a daily, personal level. This twelve-week Bible study will play a starring role in your living fully and joyfully as God intends: seeking His applause alone.
Download it (copy and paste link into the web bar): www.amazon.com/Freedom-from-Performing-ebook/dp/B004WP76E2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1305816822&sr=8-2
Today's Devotional
Wow! This must really be on the heart of God! Today's devotional coincides directly with the verse for the day!
Devotional taken from devotions.proverbs31.org
Women Judging Women
by Lysa TerKeurst
“God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble…” 1 Peter 5:5 (NIV)
How differently might our lives be if we women didn’t have to fear the harsh criticisms of other women? Might we be willing to step out a little bolder for Jesus? Might we be willing to be a little more vulnerable? Might we live our lives a little less guarded?
Oh sweet sisters, women judging other women must absolutely break God’s heart. The crazy thing is when we judge others, we elevate ourselves past the ability to recognize our own propensity to sin in the very area we are criticizing. Show me a woman who is leveling a judgment against another person, and I will show you a woman who is wrapped in sin herself.
If it’s not the very same sin she’s criticizing, it will be a sin just as dangerous — pride.
It is a subtle shift that Satan invites us into. Voicing criticisms against others will coat the eyes of our soul with smut so thick, we become blinded to our own sin. Pride and self-righteousness will detour us from God’s best path and lead us on a treacherous journey of denial. We’ll deny our own sinfulness. We’ll deny our own need for grace.
Those who can’t see their own desperate need for grace, refuse to freely give grace to others.
Now, if you’re like me, you may be tempted to start making a mental list of those who you have felt judged by and you started praying a few sentences back: “Please let so and so read today’s devotion. Oh I hope she sees herself in this and gets a whammy of conviction.”
But, let’s stop making that mental list and receive this message personally. Even if we aren’t naturally critical people, this is an area we can all grow in.
I recently read a wonderful quote outlining a beautiful plan when we feel tempted to judge someone else. Francis Frangipane in his book Holiness, Truth, and the Presence of God says, “Anyone can pass judgment — but can they lay down their lives in love, intercession and faith for the one judged? Can they target an area of need and rather than criticizing, fast and pray, asking God to supply the very virtue they feel lacking? And then persevere in that love — motivated prayer until that fallen area blooms in godliness? Such is the life Christ commands we follow!” (pg.11)
I know just posting this devotion will not suddenly make the world tip on it’s axis and shake all of us women into breaking the cycle of criticisms and judgment. However, maybe, it will be a start. If it causes even one of us to fall in front of Jesus in repentance and allow Him to wipe clean our spiritual eyes — it will be a great start. Now, let me be that one.
Dear Lord, may I first fall in repentance into Your loving arms of grace. Thank You for the harsh ways I have been judged lately for it has made me so aware of how hurtful this can be. Forgive me. I am a woman who desperately needs grace — therefore, I should be a woman who freely offers grace. When I am tempted to be critical of someone else, help me hold my thoughts and my tongue. Instead of voicing those things, help me bring them to You in honest, sincere and heartfelt prayers. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Application Steps:
The next time I feel critical of someone else, I want an action plan so that I can respond biblically. Don’t you? Why not write out today’s scripture verses on an index card and carry them in your purse. Below the Scriptures write, “Instead of criticizing, I will commit this person to prayer. I will stand in the gap for them with love and persevere in my prayers. I commit to keep my mouth closed but my heart wide open.”
Reflections:
How did it feel the last time I was judged by someone?
Why not resurrect that stinging feeling each time we are tempted to be harshly critical of someone else? The hurt we felt can be put to good use if it prevents us from falling into the trap of judging others.
Power Verses:
1 Peter 5:5b-6, “…All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, ‘God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.’ Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.” (NIV)
Luke 6:37, “Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.” (NIV)
Devotional taken from devotions.proverbs31.org
Women Judging Women
by Lysa TerKeurst
“God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble…” 1 Peter 5:5 (NIV)
How differently might our lives be if we women didn’t have to fear the harsh criticisms of other women? Might we be willing to step out a little bolder for Jesus? Might we be willing to be a little more vulnerable? Might we live our lives a little less guarded?
Oh sweet sisters, women judging other women must absolutely break God’s heart. The crazy thing is when we judge others, we elevate ourselves past the ability to recognize our own propensity to sin in the very area we are criticizing. Show me a woman who is leveling a judgment against another person, and I will show you a woman who is wrapped in sin herself.
If it’s not the very same sin she’s criticizing, it will be a sin just as dangerous — pride.
It is a subtle shift that Satan invites us into. Voicing criticisms against others will coat the eyes of our soul with smut so thick, we become blinded to our own sin. Pride and self-righteousness will detour us from God’s best path and lead us on a treacherous journey of denial. We’ll deny our own sinfulness. We’ll deny our own need for grace.
Those who can’t see their own desperate need for grace, refuse to freely give grace to others.
Now, if you’re like me, you may be tempted to start making a mental list of those who you have felt judged by and you started praying a few sentences back: “Please let so and so read today’s devotion. Oh I hope she sees herself in this and gets a whammy of conviction.”
But, let’s stop making that mental list and receive this message personally. Even if we aren’t naturally critical people, this is an area we can all grow in.
I recently read a wonderful quote outlining a beautiful plan when we feel tempted to judge someone else. Francis Frangipane in his book Holiness, Truth, and the Presence of God says, “Anyone can pass judgment — but can they lay down their lives in love, intercession and faith for the one judged? Can they target an area of need and rather than criticizing, fast and pray, asking God to supply the very virtue they feel lacking? And then persevere in that love — motivated prayer until that fallen area blooms in godliness? Such is the life Christ commands we follow!” (pg.11)
I know just posting this devotion will not suddenly make the world tip on it’s axis and shake all of us women into breaking the cycle of criticisms and judgment. However, maybe, it will be a start. If it causes even one of us to fall in front of Jesus in repentance and allow Him to wipe clean our spiritual eyes — it will be a great start. Now, let me be that one.
Dear Lord, may I first fall in repentance into Your loving arms of grace. Thank You for the harsh ways I have been judged lately for it has made me so aware of how hurtful this can be. Forgive me. I am a woman who desperately needs grace — therefore, I should be a woman who freely offers grace. When I am tempted to be critical of someone else, help me hold my thoughts and my tongue. Instead of voicing those things, help me bring them to You in honest, sincere and heartfelt prayers. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Application Steps:
The next time I feel critical of someone else, I want an action plan so that I can respond biblically. Don’t you? Why not write out today’s scripture verses on an index card and carry them in your purse. Below the Scriptures write, “Instead of criticizing, I will commit this person to prayer. I will stand in the gap for them with love and persevere in my prayers. I commit to keep my mouth closed but my heart wide open.”
Reflections:
How did it feel the last time I was judged by someone?
Why not resurrect that stinging feeling each time we are tempted to be harshly critical of someone else? The hurt we felt can be put to good use if it prevents us from falling into the trap of judging others.
Power Verses:
1 Peter 5:5b-6, “…All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, ‘God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.’ Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.” (NIV)
Luke 6:37, “Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.” (NIV)
Verse of the Day
“Real wisdom, God's wisdom, begins with a holy life and is characterized by getting along with others. It is gentle and reasonable, overflowing with mercy and blessings, not hot one day and cold the next, not two-faced. You can develop a healthy, robust community that lives right with God and enjoy its results only if you do the hard work of getting along with each other, treating each other with dignity and honor.” James 3:17-18 MSG
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
It's Worship Wednesday!
Every Wednesday I will post a song that I believe will take you to an intimate moment with God. Enjoy this week's song:
Also be sure to check out this week's free song download from KLOVE, "Hosanna (Live)" by Hillsong Chapel @ http://www.klove.com/music/store.aspx.
Also be sure to check out this week's free song download from KLOVE, "Hosanna (Live)" by Hillsong Chapel @ http://www.klove.com/music/store.aspx.
Just Had to Share!!
This devotional really spoke to me today and I wanted to pass it on to you ladies! Honestly,this describes to the tee what I feel right now. Please feel free to comment!
Devotional taken from devotions.proverbs31.org and was written by Renee Swope. Check out www.proverbs31.org for more wonderful resources!
Becoming the Real Me
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.” Psalm 139:13 (NIV)
What do you love to do? If finances were unlimited and failure was unlikely, what would be your dream?
The facilitator of our team-building activity asked our small group to answer these questions. I didn’t have an answer. So I decided to start praying we’d run out of time before it got to me. But just in case I had to answer, I listened to everyone else describe their dreams, hoping to get ideas.
One wanted to be the first female president of the United States. Another friend said she’d always wanted to sing in a Christian rock band. I knew I was in trouble.
Here I was, 32-years-old at the time, and I didn’t know who I was or what my dreams were. Eventually everyone looked at me for a response. I stumbled over my words. Then I finally admitted I didn’t really know what I loved to do.
I didn’t have a dream. I’d never taken time to think about or answer those kinds of questions. Instead, I had always tried to be who others wanted or needed me to be. But honestly, I wasn’t very good at it. I often had this uneasy feeling in my heart and a sense of just not being happy. And I was a constant candidate for burn out.
I wasn’t living out the truth held in our key verse today: “[God] created my inmost being; [He] knit me together in my mother’s womb.” (Psalm 139:13, NIV) I was not designed to be who others expected me to be, or even wanted me to be. I was created to become all that God planned for me to be. But I was lost in the process of my becoming.
After I fumbled around looking for an answer during our team-building time, our facilitator encouraged me to ask God what His dreams were for my life. I took her advice and started the process of becoming the “real me” who had gotten buried in the busyness of life and people pleasing. As I read books that talked about discovering our passions, gifts and personality traits, I started to identify what I liked. I recognized strengths that came natural for me, and learned what I needed emotionally to encourage my heart.
For the first time, I realized there was an important reason I was who I was — with my passionate preferences and mixed bag of emotions. Instead of wanting to be like women I knew and admired, I sensed God wanted to use the unique way He made me.
Isn’t it easy to neglect ourselves to meet the needs of everyone around us, and call it self-sacrifice? It sounds godly. But in doing so we risk shutting down a place in our soul where God’s dreams and gifts are waiting to be revealed.
So, how well do you know the real you? Have you ever taken time to think about what you like to do? What would make your heart come alive if you had the confidence and resources to do it?
Although it might feel self-seeking, it’s actually God-seeking to take time to get to know the woman He created you to be. Remember God had a plan in mind when He made you. When you surrender your unique passions and personality to Him, God will use them to guide you towards His dreams for your life.
Lord, I want to know the woman You had in mind when You created me. I don’t want to grow old and never know Your purpose for my life. Show me Your dreams for me so I can offer what You want togive to those around me. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Related Resources:
This devotion is taken from chapter 8 of Renee Swope’s upcoming book: A Confident Heart: How to Stop Doubting Yourself & Live in the Security of God’s Promises. To pre-order your copy, click here.
Shaped with Purpose Workbook and CD: A Practical Guide to Discovering Who You Are by Renee Swope
Read more about getting to know the real you, and share your thoughts/questions on Renee’s blog today. She’s also giving away a Confident Heart gift pack. Click here to enter to win.
Application Steps:
In her personality books, Florence Littauer describes four personality types. Which one or two do you relate to most?
• Phlegmatic: Desires PEACE
Needs times of quiet, reduced stress, feeling of worth, relaxation
• Choleric: Desires CONTROL
Needs appreciation for achievements, opportunity for leadership, and participation in decisions
• Sanguine: Desires FUN
Needs attention, affection, approval, activity with people
• Melancholy: Desires PERFECTION
Needs sensitivity, stability, support, space, silence
Learn more about discovering your God-given personality and purpose on Renee’s blog.
Reflections:
Reflect on today’s verse, “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.” (Psalm 139:13, NIV)
Do I believe God created me with unique traits and dreams? Do I know what they are?
Do I like who God created me to be? Why or why not?
Power Verses:
Psalm 139:14-15, “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth,” (NIV)
Psalm 139:1, “O, Lord, you have searched me and you know me.” (NIV)
© 2011 by Renee Swope. All rights reserved.
Devotional taken from devotions.proverbs31.org and was written by Renee Swope. Check out www.proverbs31.org for more wonderful resources!
Becoming the Real Me
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.” Psalm 139:13 (NIV)
What do you love to do? If finances were unlimited and failure was unlikely, what would be your dream?
The facilitator of our team-building activity asked our small group to answer these questions. I didn’t have an answer. So I decided to start praying we’d run out of time before it got to me. But just in case I had to answer, I listened to everyone else describe their dreams, hoping to get ideas.
One wanted to be the first female president of the United States. Another friend said she’d always wanted to sing in a Christian rock band. I knew I was in trouble.
Here I was, 32-years-old at the time, and I didn’t know who I was or what my dreams were. Eventually everyone looked at me for a response. I stumbled over my words. Then I finally admitted I didn’t really know what I loved to do.
I didn’t have a dream. I’d never taken time to think about or answer those kinds of questions. Instead, I had always tried to be who others wanted or needed me to be. But honestly, I wasn’t very good at it. I often had this uneasy feeling in my heart and a sense of just not being happy. And I was a constant candidate for burn out.
I wasn’t living out the truth held in our key verse today: “[God] created my inmost being; [He] knit me together in my mother’s womb.” (Psalm 139:13, NIV) I was not designed to be who others expected me to be, or even wanted me to be. I was created to become all that God planned for me to be. But I was lost in the process of my becoming.
After I fumbled around looking for an answer during our team-building time, our facilitator encouraged me to ask God what His dreams were for my life. I took her advice and started the process of becoming the “real me” who had gotten buried in the busyness of life and people pleasing. As I read books that talked about discovering our passions, gifts and personality traits, I started to identify what I liked. I recognized strengths that came natural for me, and learned what I needed emotionally to encourage my heart.
For the first time, I realized there was an important reason I was who I was — with my passionate preferences and mixed bag of emotions. Instead of wanting to be like women I knew and admired, I sensed God wanted to use the unique way He made me.
Isn’t it easy to neglect ourselves to meet the needs of everyone around us, and call it self-sacrifice? It sounds godly. But in doing so we risk shutting down a place in our soul where God’s dreams and gifts are waiting to be revealed.
So, how well do you know the real you? Have you ever taken time to think about what you like to do? What would make your heart come alive if you had the confidence and resources to do it?
Although it might feel self-seeking, it’s actually God-seeking to take time to get to know the woman He created you to be. Remember God had a plan in mind when He made you. When you surrender your unique passions and personality to Him, God will use them to guide you towards His dreams for your life.
Lord, I want to know the woman You had in mind when You created me. I don’t want to grow old and never know Your purpose for my life. Show me Your dreams for me so I can offer what You want togive to those around me. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Related Resources:
This devotion is taken from chapter 8 of Renee Swope’s upcoming book: A Confident Heart: How to Stop Doubting Yourself & Live in the Security of God’s Promises. To pre-order your copy, click here.
Shaped with Purpose Workbook and CD: A Practical Guide to Discovering Who You Are by Renee Swope
Read more about getting to know the real you, and share your thoughts/questions on Renee’s blog today. She’s also giving away a Confident Heart gift pack. Click here to enter to win.
Application Steps:
In her personality books, Florence Littauer describes four personality types. Which one or two do you relate to most?
• Phlegmatic: Desires PEACE
Needs times of quiet, reduced stress, feeling of worth, relaxation
• Choleric: Desires CONTROL
Needs appreciation for achievements, opportunity for leadership, and participation in decisions
• Sanguine: Desires FUN
Needs attention, affection, approval, activity with people
• Melancholy: Desires PERFECTION
Needs sensitivity, stability, support, space, silence
Learn more about discovering your God-given personality and purpose on Renee’s blog.
Reflections:
Reflect on today’s verse, “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.” (Psalm 139:13, NIV)
Do I believe God created me with unique traits and dreams? Do I know what they are?
Do I like who God created me to be? Why or why not?
Power Verses:
Psalm 139:14-15, “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth,” (NIV)
Psalm 139:1, “O, Lord, you have searched me and you know me.” (NIV)
© 2011 by Renee Swope. All rights reserved.
Thought for Today
Today's thought comes from Michelle McKinney Hammond's "The Diva Principle" perpetual calendar:
Do inventory: Do you need to do this? Are there weeds that are choking out the fruit that the Lord is wanting to produce in you? Ask the Holy Spirit to show you.
"Remove yourself from people or situations that are not conducive to bearing good fruit in your life."
Do inventory: Do you need to do this? Are there weeds that are choking out the fruit that the Lord is wanting to produce in you? Ask the Holy Spirit to show you.
Verse of the Day
A friend shared this verse with me this morning and it left me utterly speechless:
"Oh! Ephraim is my dear, dear son,
my child in whom I take pleasure!
Every time I mention his name,
my heart bursts with longing for him!
Everything in me cries out for him.
Softly and tenderly I wait for him." God's Decree. (Jeremiah 31:20 MSG)
Here's the part that got me: God doesn't love Ephraim any more than He loves us! Now read the verse like this:
"Oh! (your name) is my dear, dear daughter,
my child in whom I take pleasure!
Every time I mention (your name)'s name,
my heart bursts with longing for her!
Everything in me cries out for her.
Softly and tenderly I wait for her." God's Decree.
One word: Awe.
"Oh! Ephraim is my dear, dear son,
my child in whom I take pleasure!
Every time I mention his name,
my heart bursts with longing for him!
Everything in me cries out for him.
Softly and tenderly I wait for him." God's Decree. (Jeremiah 31:20 MSG)
Here's the part that got me: God doesn't love Ephraim any more than He loves us! Now read the verse like this:
"Oh! (your name) is my dear, dear daughter,
my child in whom I take pleasure!
Every time I mention (your name)'s name,
my heart bursts with longing for her!
Everything in me cries out for her.
Softly and tenderly I wait for her." God's Decree.
One word: Awe.
Welcome!
Welcome to Sister to Sister (STS)! This blog is intended to be an outlet for sisters in Christ to come together to offer support, encouragement, accountability, and spiritual growth for one another in a positive and uplifting environment.
What can you expect from STS? Devotionals, bible study materials, interactive online bible study we participate in as a group, and more! Please feel free to offer your ideas and suggestions on what else STS can offer to you. We are all gifted, important, and valuable and it is my prayer that you will come to the full realization of this through the women you will meet.
I look forward to seeing what God is going to do through this medium of reaching out to and loving on His daughters. WE are the apple of HIS eye!
Blessings!
Sheena
What can you expect from STS? Devotionals, bible study materials, interactive online bible study we participate in as a group, and more! Please feel free to offer your ideas and suggestions on what else STS can offer to you. We are all gifted, important, and valuable and it is my prayer that you will come to the full realization of this through the women you will meet.
I look forward to seeing what God is going to do through this medium of reaching out to and loving on His daughters. WE are the apple of HIS eye!
Blessings!
Sheena
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