Hello?

I've been thinking about prayer lately... How lucky are we to have a direct line to the creator of the universe?! Anytime we need to chat, He (or She if you have read The Shack) is on the other end of the line, just waiting for us to spill everything on Him.

Here is what is bothering me though...

Why is it that so many times it takes us going through the desert to pick up that phone and call out to Him? I think we should be calling out to him when things seem great!

The Word tells us to "consider it pure joy when we face trials of many kinds" (James 1:2). Why in the world would it say that?! Only when you are doing the things that God has called you to do will the enemy be bothering you. If you are conforming to this world and not following God's will for your life it will "feel" as if things are going great. Satan has no reason to harass you if you are already listening to him.

In the day of my trouble I will call to you, for you will answer me.
Psalm 86:7

That is when you should worry...

I would rather have Satan pissed off at me because he can't get to me than for him to leave me alone because he thinks he already has me.

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7

Feed me!

What does it mean to hunger? Let's take a look at what Webster says:

Hunger

1 a : a craving or urgent need for food or a specific nutrient b : an uneasy sensation occasioned by the lack of food c : a weakened condition brought about by prolonged lack of food
2 : a strong desire


So now that we know that hunger is a craving, an urgent need, an uneasy sensation, a weakened condition and a strong desire. How does this relate to our spiritual life?

Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be satisfied.
Luke 6:21

What does it take for anything to grow? Food! I have been thinking about what "feeds" me.

-Quiet time, I have been really digging into the Bible and loving it!
-Worship, not much is better than driving down the highway praising God.
-Prayer, how can you have a relationship with somebody without actually talking to them?
-Serving, give it a try... not much fills me up more than watching other people grow closer to Him.

For He satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.
Psalm 107:9

Some food for thought... Are you hungry? Are you being fed? What fills you up? Figure it out... do it... and be ready to grow!

Then Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty."
John 6:35

Stirring

Ever had the feeling that God is getting ready to do something BIG?
I'm talking... life changing BIG.

That is where I am at right now... I can feel it. My soul is hungry...



Whatever you are stirring in me God... I am ready.

"As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received."
Ephesians 4:1

Abundant Grace

It's been a while since I have posted... no reason other than pure life craziness.

A brief rundown...

3 weeks ago- I had 13 girls from the youth group at my house. Wow!!! No words to express the love I have for these girls... I was 100% where I was supposed to be that weekend. It was nothing short of a blessing. The depth of their relationships with God are absolutely amazing. These girls are going to do great things for the kingdom! Just wait and see!

"Blessed are those who huger and thirst for righteousness for they will be filled."
Matthew 5:6

2 weeks ago- God was faithful once again on some personal issues... I prayed and He answered... not only did He answer... His faithfulness rained down on me!

"Do not let your hearts be troubled, trust in God, trust also in me."
John 14:1

1 week ago- The culmination of the last 3 weeks happened on Easter Sunday... how fitting! I was one proud momma when I had the honor of watching BOTH of my kiddos get baptized! It was 100% their decision. They have both grown by leaps and bounds in their faith over the last few months. Nothing could make me more proud! Without a doubt this will always rank as one of my favorite days EVER!

"for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ."
Galatians 3:27

PS... Check out his shirt... it says "Lifeguard... Mine walks on water" Perfect! :)