Running full speed toward Christ!

" In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence." Ephesians 3:12

It is so wonderfully crazy, I have lived my life, attended church and felt I was doing it all right. Probably because others told me I was a good person. Well, this past January I was given a book by my Mom that started me on this soul saving journey. (Thank you Mom! It was the greatest gift! Through you, He has given me life, twice!) What I discovered is that being a good person wasn't enough. But that was just the beginning. What that revelation did for me and my family was give us the kick in the pants we needed to discover Him. He was calling us and we finally heard His glorious cry.

So, for the past 5 months or so, we have been passionately seeking our savior, our father. I feel like a child again, discovering the most beautiful gift ever given. And still wondering how I missed it before. (Not that He cares anything about that. He is just glad we are here now!) But, if I missed it, how many others have too. And what is keeping us from His glorious grace?

In this 5 months, He has healed a sense of worthlessness that used to send me into some dark places. His word has filled up those holes and shown light into my soul. He has loved me always. And His gift was for ME!

"Although I am less than the least of all people, this grace was given me..." Ephesians 3:8

He wants us ALL! He love us ALL! Are you ready to be filled by His word? Read, get to know Him. Just put one foot in front of the other. He will wait. And you won't be dissappointed. But you better be ready to run!

Proud to Serve

Today my daughter, McKenna, who is going to be 5 soon, did something that she has never done before, she made her bed. And she didn't just make the bed after I had asked her a million times, she did it all by herself. (Come to think of it, I don't think I have ever asked her to make the bed.) I wish you could have seen her little face as she bounded down the steps to tell me that she had a surprise for me. So, off we went to check it out. I couldn't believe my eyes when we turned the corner into the room and there it was, decorative pillows in place. I was so proud of her and she looked so precious, smiling ear to ear and just bounding with joy and pride.

A task so small to us, made her feel like that? I have been thinking about that all day. How proud I was of her, not just for making the bed, but for taking the initiative to try something new all by herself and doing something special for someone she loved. Just think how the Lord feels when we do the same. Can't you just see him smiling? I can. Everytime I look at a sunset or feel a breeze. He is proud of our accomplishments. He is proud of you. What a blessing to be one of His chosen ones! Just remember that however small the task might seem, when done in His glory, will make Him smile.

"Praise be to the Lord your God, who has delighted in you..." 1 Kings 10:9

A new day...

Today was a new day, a new beginning. Today I made the choice to be a disciple of Christ Jesus. I was baptized. For those who know me, know that I was baptized as an infant, which is standard procedure with the Catholic faith. I realized recently that my infant baptismal was my parents dedicating me to Christ and now it was my turn. The Lord has done some amazing things in my life recently, really opened my eyes to the relationship that He wants to have with each of us, a personal relationship. I had heard friends and loved ones speak of that before, but I just never really got it. Until now...Jesus: It's that simple! Society makes your salvation so complicated. I always felt there was a certain way you had to earn it. Well, you don't earn anything; it is a gift. The greatest gift ever given and it was for ME, and you and Uncle Joe and EVERYONE who BELIEVES! This new found acceptance and love from my Father, spoke to me as I passed this tree in our yard on our very first Seek His Face walk. This tree is a symbol of strength, it has survived 2 ice storms. It provides ample shade and protection to those who stand under its leaves and branches. The sound of the breeze through its leaves calms the soul. All these things I find in my relationship with my Savior. I know that with Him in my corner, nothing is impossible. I thank you Lord for your gift, your blessings and your grace. I look forward to seeking you again tomorrow...