2012 has been a year of changes so far for my family.
In January I returned to work full time, leaving our then 7 month old with a wonderful caregiver, we are getting serious about finding a house, started paying off debt and saving.
This year we hope to purchase our first home
My oldest, Raquel will enter high school, and my middle child, Stephanie will enter middle school.... Colton will be 9 months old next week. Where is the time coming,
This week has been a sad week. It started with the high school shooting at Chardon Ohio, ending with a bunch of tornados kiling over 2 dozen people, it really puts life into perspective
Life is short. Love now. laugh now.
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Thursday, July 1, 2010
My Oh My!
Man, its been a LONG time since I last blogged. So much has changed in my life.
I just looked and saw my last blog was Jan 18..... wow. that is like 6 months ago.
I finished my first semester at B-W. I did a lot better then I expected to. It was definetly a learning experience. B-W is much different then Tri-C. More work. Better teachers. Overall, I did a lot better. 1 A, 2 Bs and 1 C.
Hmmm... what else to inform you off.
My daughter was really sick this year. She started in late April with a fever, stiff neck etc almost 3 months later, 2 hospital stays, 3 ER visits she is FINALLY 100% better. Thank you Lord.
Many people have been asking me about the AFROTC. my dream for so many years I loved the program, and everything that I learned. However, being 27. having two kids, and abusing my body for so many years prevented me from doing my best. After a knee injury, I decided not to continue with the program. After praying about it, David and I decided to start our family right away after being married. I will always support our troops, more now then ever, and plan on staying in touch with several people that I have come in contact with through the program.
Wedding planning is coming along. We will be ordering our save the dates this weekend. Trying to finalize the guest list. Favors have been pickedout. Major things are booked. As much as I am excited about getting married, I am tired of planning a wedding :)
I have made the decision to leave Parma. Their school district in general has been going down hill. The school the kids have attended is superb, and if every school was like that, I would not leave. having a kid going into middleschool i decided that for my childrens best chance at a good education it has been decided to move out of this city. We are hoping on moving Aug 1.
Life has been crazy. I have been working 2 part time jobs. one in which I am leaving for a better schedule. I havent seen my future in laws in awhile.... and working every weekend is killing me. I i will miss the job and the people that I have worked with and will continue to stop in and visit. :)
I am enjoying this summer break. It has been nice not to have to worry about school. :)
Thank you to all of my friends and family for being there for me through these last few months. I would not be where I am at with out you :)
I just looked and saw my last blog was Jan 18..... wow. that is like 6 months ago.
I finished my first semester at B-W. I did a lot better then I expected to. It was definetly a learning experience. B-W is much different then Tri-C. More work. Better teachers. Overall, I did a lot better. 1 A, 2 Bs and 1 C.
Hmmm... what else to inform you off.
My daughter was really sick this year. She started in late April with a fever, stiff neck etc almost 3 months later, 2 hospital stays, 3 ER visits she is FINALLY 100% better. Thank you Lord.
Many people have been asking me about the AFROTC. my dream for so many years I loved the program, and everything that I learned. However, being 27. having two kids, and abusing my body for so many years prevented me from doing my best. After a knee injury, I decided not to continue with the program. After praying about it, David and I decided to start our family right away after being married. I will always support our troops, more now then ever, and plan on staying in touch with several people that I have come in contact with through the program.
Wedding planning is coming along. We will be ordering our save the dates this weekend. Trying to finalize the guest list. Favors have been pickedout. Major things are booked. As much as I am excited about getting married, I am tired of planning a wedding :)
I have made the decision to leave Parma. Their school district in general has been going down hill. The school the kids have attended is superb, and if every school was like that, I would not leave. having a kid going into middleschool i decided that for my childrens best chance at a good education it has been decided to move out of this city. We are hoping on moving Aug 1.
Life has been crazy. I have been working 2 part time jobs. one in which I am leaving for a better schedule. I havent seen my future in laws in awhile.... and working every weekend is killing me. I i will miss the job and the people that I have worked with and will continue to stop in and visit. :)
I am enjoying this summer break. It has been nice not to have to worry about school. :)
Thank you to all of my friends and family for being there for me through these last few months. I would not be where I am at with out you :)
Monday, January 18, 2010
First week of full time student status
I am so grateful that my friends and family want to know how school is going. So I decided that I will (I will try) blog weekly about how things are going.... I started classes Jan 11 at Baldwin Wallace, My dream school I am taking 3 classes at BW and 1 at Kent...
At BW I am taking:
M W F LAS (enduring questions in a intercultural world)
M Civil Rights Movement
Th Religion and Violence
At Kent:
Tu USAF ROTC classes
My week started off with a 9:20 class, then a 12:00 orthodontist appt for Raquel, then my father and I went to Kent to meet with a Major so they could explain the program to him. My father and mother are super protective of us.. and He doesnt want me to go into the military. My father behaved himself. He still doesnt want me to do it, but at least he understands what the program is all about :)
I am enjoying classes so far... I have not started the ROTC classes... (I start those tomorrow) 3 classes, only 5 papers.. (5 papers, not so bad when I dont usually have trouble writing) I also changed my major. I am now DOUBLE MAJORING in History and Religion. I know, it will be a lot of work... but I like a challenge...
Thus, changing myself to a double major.. Bumps my grad date back to approx May 2013. The good news is... I have been stressing so much about this ROTC fitness test... I get on gear, and kick butt for a week or two,then get sick, or something comes up. After speaking with my admissions instructor... He told me that since I will be a walk on cadet this semester, that there are more cadets then beds at field training this summer, he said it is in my best interest to bump myself back. so, thats what I did... I bought myself a extra year to meet the requirements. (passing the AFOQT, Passing the PT test, and Passing a military physcial :) )
Friday morning after I took my first quiz in the LAS class, i was driving into work and thinking to myself that wow! I can handle this. There is not as much work as I thought there would be... well at 4:30 that afternoon, the bottom fell out on me. My work (the dr i work for I have known almost 8 years) told me that my services were only needed 2 days a week. I had been told a few weeks ago that changes were coming but they would affect me minimally.... I'm sorry, but 32 hours a week to barely 16 is NOT minimum... Needless to say, I am now unemployed.. At first I was really upset. I felt really betrayed.. but now I realize that this was a blessing in disguise. I trust that the Lord will take care of my kids and me.
Today was day 1 of unemployment, and the kids were home for MLK day. I spent the day cleaning my kitchen and dining room from top to bottom and taking a sick little short kid to the dr... she has strep throat... :( but she is on anti-biotics now
Thats my week in a nutshell :)
At BW I am taking:
M W F LAS (enduring questions in a intercultural world)
M Civil Rights Movement
Th Religion and Violence
At Kent:
Tu USAF ROTC classes
My week started off with a 9:20 class, then a 12:00 orthodontist appt for Raquel, then my father and I went to Kent to meet with a Major so they could explain the program to him. My father and mother are super protective of us.. and He doesnt want me to go into the military. My father behaved himself. He still doesnt want me to do it, but at least he understands what the program is all about :)
I am enjoying classes so far... I have not started the ROTC classes... (I start those tomorrow) 3 classes, only 5 papers.. (5 papers, not so bad when I dont usually have trouble writing) I also changed my major. I am now DOUBLE MAJORING in History and Religion. I know, it will be a lot of work... but I like a challenge...
Thus, changing myself to a double major.. Bumps my grad date back to approx May 2013. The good news is... I have been stressing so much about this ROTC fitness test... I get on gear, and kick butt for a week or two,then get sick, or something comes up. After speaking with my admissions instructor... He told me that since I will be a walk on cadet this semester, that there are more cadets then beds at field training this summer, he said it is in my best interest to bump myself back. so, thats what I did... I bought myself a extra year to meet the requirements. (passing the AFOQT, Passing the PT test, and Passing a military physcial :) )
Friday morning after I took my first quiz in the LAS class, i was driving into work and thinking to myself that wow! I can handle this. There is not as much work as I thought there would be... well at 4:30 that afternoon, the bottom fell out on me. My work (the dr i work for I have known almost 8 years) told me that my services were only needed 2 days a week. I had been told a few weeks ago that changes were coming but they would affect me minimally.... I'm sorry, but 32 hours a week to barely 16 is NOT minimum... Needless to say, I am now unemployed.. At first I was really upset. I felt really betrayed.. but now I realize that this was a blessing in disguise. I trust that the Lord will take care of my kids and me.
Today was day 1 of unemployment, and the kids were home for MLK day. I spent the day cleaning my kitchen and dining room from top to bottom and taking a sick little short kid to the dr... she has strep throat... :( but she is on anti-biotics now
Thats my week in a nutshell :)
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Matthew 19:26
Happy New Year!
As 2009 came to a close, I reflected on many different scenarios that had happened in my life. I closed chapters on various addictions (sex addiction and food) I opened new ones (BW, Air Force) I realize who my true friends were and that when I wasnt expecting anything from a new guy that I had started to see, I fell in love and realized that I had met the ONE that was meant for me.
What on earth am I talking about?
I like to do a re-cap every year at the end, and this time, its a few days late.
2009 was a year of growth and changes.
After 3 years if kicking it around and asking questions, I finally enrolled in the Air Force ROTC program. I start January :)
I took some time off yet again from the dating world. My last serious relationship ended June 2008 and I was "used" by others. I learned that I was valued as a princess in God's eyes and deserved to be treated as one. I didnt know if there was a guy out there for me, but in April of 2009, I started communicating with a guy who wanted to take it slow :)
David and I officially had our first date July 18, 2009. We did the friends thing from April to July, and have been dating and going strong ever since. He is absolutly amazing, and makes me laugh every single day. It shows that when you trust HIM, and follow HIM, HE really knows what he is doing....
Ok, so back to the title of my blog. Matthew 19:26
As 2009 came to a close, I reflected on many different scenarios that had happened in my life. I closed chapters on various addictions (sex addiction and food) I opened new ones (BW, Air Force) I realize who my true friends were and that when I wasnt expecting anything from a new guy that I had started to see, I fell in love and realized that I had met the ONE that was meant for me.
What on earth am I talking about?
I like to do a re-cap every year at the end, and this time, its a few days late.
2009 was a year of growth and changes.
After 3 years if kicking it around and asking questions, I finally enrolled in the Air Force ROTC program. I start January :)
I took some time off yet again from the dating world. My last serious relationship ended June 2008 and I was "used" by others. I learned that I was valued as a princess in God's eyes and deserved to be treated as one. I didnt know if there was a guy out there for me, but in April of 2009, I started communicating with a guy who wanted to take it slow :)
David and I officially had our first date July 18, 2009. We did the friends thing from April to July, and have been dating and going strong ever since. He is absolutly amazing, and makes me laugh every single day. It shows that when you trust HIM, and follow HIM, HE really knows what he is doing....
Ok, so back to the title of my blog. Matthew 19:26
Matthew 19:26 (New International Version)
26Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible."
In 2009 I accomplished so much. My GPA went from a 2.3 (April 2008) to a 3.0 (Dec 2009) I got into the college I had always dreamed about. I finally got my over eating under control, I learned that I did not have to be "super mom" to be a great mom. I learned to slow down and look at the roses. I stepped down as a life group leader, to grow much more in Christ.
in 2010 I hope to continue to grow in my relationship with HIM. My kids and I have been reading the new testament together. We read 2-3 chapters every night.
I am very grateful for everyones support for my road to the military. I hope that in February when I pass my fitness tests, those who have doubted and said that I cant do this will understand. Its very hard when there are people who are close to you telling you that you cant do something. I am not going into this blind. Yes, I can go to war and die for my country, Yes, I may get deployed away from my children, This is what God has in store for me. I walk by faith, not by sight. I trust HIM.
I hope to blog more often. Time is going to be limited soon. Next time I blog, I will probably have entered full time student status.
I have a few prayer requests.
I pray that: I can balance being a full time student, work and being a mommy.
I pray that my friends will understand I have limited time
I pray that my training continues to go well and that I pass my tests in February (not only the PT test, but the officer canidate test)
I pray that some in my family will understand I am not doing this selfishly.
Thank you all!
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Hebrews 12:1 My journey to 10 miles
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us.- Hebrews 12:1
I am not your typical runner. When I started running about a year ago, I knew that it was not going to be easy. I am over weight, I get tired after a few miles.
I am the type of person that sets unrealistic goals, that way when I conquer them, God is given the glory. That is my goal. Bring as many people as I can to Christ.
I ran my first 5k about 3 years ago. It was a learning experience. I had just had pneumonia, and it took me 45 minutes.
I have since run: 3 5K's, 1 10k, and 1 10 miler. While I trained, I injured my knees, pulled my groin, and trashed 2 pairs of shoes.
I inspired a close friend of mine to run. I feel free when I run. I run and talk to God. I run and vent to Him. When I signed up for the Army 10 miler, I knew that I was only going to get through it with Him.
My friend, had shirts made up for us. They were pink and the front said: Matthew 19:26 On the back:"With God all things are possible"
On the day of the race, I woke up extra early. I wanted to pray and spend some time with my heavenly Father. I wanted to pray for good health. I wanted to make sure that the glory went to HIM.
While I prayed, He gave me this verse: "I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me faithful, appointing me to his service." 1 Timothy 1:12.
He provided for me yet again! He always does. During the race, I had no pain. While my start time was supposed to be 8:10, the second wave did not start to close to 8:30. The first five miles were hard. When I got to the five mile mark at 9:45, I was detoured (there was a time limit, which I am upset that they did not extend since we got started later) I was detoured to mile 8, and finished 7/10 miles.
During the race, at least 25 people either tapped me on the shoulder and said "Amen.", slowed down and told me their testimony, or asked about my shirt.
When I came across the finish line, my arms were raised high. I finished because of HIM. I survived because of Him!
I am continuing to train for 2 half marathons next year. One in Cleveland, and one in Dayton. I hope to continue to glorify God, and break the limits.
Dear Lord,
I thank you for the strength that you give me every single day. I know that you have a purpose for me, and I am glad that I am called to your service. Thank you for allowing me to reach a dark world. I pray that as I continue to do your will, that I can bring more people to you. Thank you for a wonderful support system, and thank you for never leaving me.
Amen.
any questions, complaints can be directed to: clcarpenter82@gmail.com
I am not your typical runner. When I started running about a year ago, I knew that it was not going to be easy. I am over weight, I get tired after a few miles.
I am the type of person that sets unrealistic goals, that way when I conquer them, God is given the glory. That is my goal. Bring as many people as I can to Christ.
I ran my first 5k about 3 years ago. It was a learning experience. I had just had pneumonia, and it took me 45 minutes.
I have since run: 3 5K's, 1 10k, and 1 10 miler. While I trained, I injured my knees, pulled my groin, and trashed 2 pairs of shoes.
I inspired a close friend of mine to run. I feel free when I run. I run and talk to God. I run and vent to Him. When I signed up for the Army 10 miler, I knew that I was only going to get through it with Him.
My friend, had shirts made up for us. They were pink and the front said: Matthew 19:26 On the back:"With God all things are possible"
On the day of the race, I woke up extra early. I wanted to pray and spend some time with my heavenly Father. I wanted to pray for good health. I wanted to make sure that the glory went to HIM.
While I prayed, He gave me this verse: "I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me faithful, appointing me to his service." 1 Timothy 1:12.
He provided for me yet again! He always does. During the race, I had no pain. While my start time was supposed to be 8:10, the second wave did not start to close to 8:30. The first five miles were hard. When I got to the five mile mark at 9:45, I was detoured (there was a time limit, which I am upset that they did not extend since we got started later) I was detoured to mile 8, and finished 7/10 miles.
During the race, at least 25 people either tapped me on the shoulder and said "Amen.", slowed down and told me their testimony, or asked about my shirt.
When I came across the finish line, my arms were raised high. I finished because of HIM. I survived because of Him!
I am continuing to train for 2 half marathons next year. One in Cleveland, and one in Dayton. I hope to continue to glorify God, and break the limits.
Dear Lord,
I thank you for the strength that you give me every single day. I know that you have a purpose for me, and I am glad that I am called to your service. Thank you for allowing me to reach a dark world. I pray that as I continue to do your will, that I can bring more people to you. Thank you for a wonderful support system, and thank you for never leaving me.
Amen.
any questions, complaints can be directed to: clcarpenter82@gmail.com
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Ransomed and Redeemed
I never thought that I would want a tattoo. I always told myself that I would never get one.... Why am I now seriously considering getting one. I am always looking for new ways for people to ask me about Jesus.... Should I have a shirt made up? A button? Thinking to myself about how God has called me to help spread His Word to the dark world, a thought dawned on me... Get it inked.
Ive been living my Faith Out Loud recently this past year. I was kicked off the Christianity "sidelines" God basically said... enough with the listening... it is time to do something. Share your story. Share the story of your redemption... Off I went. Sure, I am a friendly person, but speaking to crowds? Admitting that I was addicted to sex? I think not! But God had other plans. I shared my story through 707 (www.sevenoseven.com) and immediatly I became a mentor. I have led a lifegroup for the past year, and now God is calling me elsewhere..... Where you ask? Only He knows. This blog is the Beginning.
Anyways, back to the tattoo.... Do I get a Fish? A cross? No- I thought of Ransomed and Redeemed... Ransomed by the blood of Christ, shed for my sins, and Redeemed to the woman that God intended me to be. His Daughter. His precious child. Have I gotten the tattoo yet... No. But I am planning on it soon.
I love people's reactions when they find out how hardcore about my faith I am... It's priceless. Your a Christian? What??? Yes, I am a Christian. I believe that the world was created in 7 days, and that we did not evolve from monkeys... (Side note... Ask me sometime to hear about the time I took the kids to the History museum and when Stephanie saw the Evolution display.. hee hee) I can see the wheels in people's heads turning.. Oh so you hate me for (fill in the blank) Boom. Opportunity to witness... No, I dont hate you. I was broken, battered and rotten once. Jesus Loved me. Jesus calls us to hold a light for HIM to the darkened world.
John 12:46
I have come as a light to shine in this dark world, so that all who put their trust in me will no longer remain in the dark.
I am glad not to be in the Dark anymore... I am no longer searching for sexual fufillment, I am not trying to people please, and I dont care what anyone thinks about me. I am glad that I have been rescued from my life of SIN.
Anyways... Back to Hating and Judging.
I will not judge anyone for what they do.
What does God say about judging?
Matthew 7: 1-5 (NLT)
“Do not judge others, and you will not be judged. 2 For you will be treated as you treat others. The standard you use in judging is the standard by which you will be judged.3 “And why worry about a speck in your friend’s eye when you have a log in your own? 4 How can you think of saying to your friend, ‘Let me help you get rid of that speck in your eye,’ when you can’t see past the log in your own eye? 5 Hypocrite! First get rid of the log in your own eye; then you will see well enough to deal with the speck in your friend’s eye.
I am not perfect. I struggle every day. I wish that I could be in God's Holy Hampster (ie: put me in a plastic ball and let everything go on around me) God's grace is new every single day. Sure- I may think bad things and sometimes even say them... But one thing that I am learning is: I will be held accountable for my words, and actions
"Nothing in all creation is hidden from God. Everything is naked and exposed before his eyes, and he is the one to whom we are accountable" Hebrews 4:13 (NLT)
God is an amazing God who is the only one that can HEAL YOU! He sent his SON to die for you.... How are you living for HIM?
Dear Lord
Thank you for another day here on earth to be a soldier in your army. I am grateful for every blessing today that you have given me. Thank you for rescuing me, from my darkened pit, and redeeming me. Thank you for kicking me off the Christianity sidelines. Though its scary sometimes, I walk by Faith, and not by sight. I know that whatever and wherever I go, You will be with me. You are my protector, and my King. Thank you for sending Jesus to save me.
Love, Your Precious Daughter
If you want to find out more about a relationship with Jesus Christ, send me a email.
**Where have I been?** I know normal blogs are updated every day. I however, have opened this blog as a way to write about what God is teaching me. I have some awesome stuff that we are working on. Its just not ready. Please feel free to repost my blog address so others can read. If you have any questions... Please email me at clcarpenter82@gmail.com**
Ive been living my Faith Out Loud recently this past year. I was kicked off the Christianity "sidelines" God basically said... enough with the listening... it is time to do something. Share your story. Share the story of your redemption... Off I went. Sure, I am a friendly person, but speaking to crowds? Admitting that I was addicted to sex? I think not! But God had other plans. I shared my story through 707 (www.sevenoseven.com) and immediatly I became a mentor. I have led a lifegroup for the past year, and now God is calling me elsewhere..... Where you ask? Only He knows. This blog is the Beginning.
Anyways, back to the tattoo.... Do I get a Fish? A cross? No- I thought of Ransomed and Redeemed... Ransomed by the blood of Christ, shed for my sins, and Redeemed to the woman that God intended me to be. His Daughter. His precious child. Have I gotten the tattoo yet... No. But I am planning on it soon.
I love people's reactions when they find out how hardcore about my faith I am... It's priceless. Your a Christian? What??? Yes, I am a Christian. I believe that the world was created in 7 days, and that we did not evolve from monkeys... (Side note... Ask me sometime to hear about the time I took the kids to the History museum and when Stephanie saw the Evolution display.. hee hee) I can see the wheels in people's heads turning.. Oh so you hate me for (fill in the blank) Boom. Opportunity to witness... No, I dont hate you. I was broken, battered and rotten once. Jesus Loved me. Jesus calls us to hold a light for HIM to the darkened world.
John 12:46
I have come as a light to shine in this dark world, so that all who put their trust in me will no longer remain in the dark.
I am glad not to be in the Dark anymore... I am no longer searching for sexual fufillment, I am not trying to people please, and I dont care what anyone thinks about me. I am glad that I have been rescued from my life of SIN.
Anyways... Back to Hating and Judging.
I will not judge anyone for what they do.
What does God say about judging?
Matthew 7: 1-5 (NLT)
“Do not judge others, and you will not be judged. 2 For you will be treated as you treat others. The standard you use in judging is the standard by which you will be judged.3 “And why worry about a speck in your friend’s eye when you have a log in your own? 4 How can you think of saying to your friend, ‘Let me help you get rid of that speck in your eye,’ when you can’t see past the log in your own eye? 5 Hypocrite! First get rid of the log in your own eye; then you will see well enough to deal with the speck in your friend’s eye.I am not perfect. I struggle every day. I wish that I could be in God's Holy Hampster (ie: put me in a plastic ball and let everything go on around me) God's grace is new every single day. Sure- I may think bad things and sometimes even say them... But one thing that I am learning is: I will be held accountable for my words, and actions
"Nothing in all creation is hidden from God. Everything is naked and exposed before his eyes, and he is the one to whom we are accountable" Hebrews 4:13 (NLT)
God is an amazing God who is the only one that can HEAL YOU! He sent his SON to die for you.... How are you living for HIM?
Dear Lord
Thank you for another day here on earth to be a soldier in your army. I am grateful for every blessing today that you have given me. Thank you for rescuing me, from my darkened pit, and redeeming me. Thank you for kicking me off the Christianity sidelines. Though its scary sometimes, I walk by Faith, and not by sight. I know that whatever and wherever I go, You will be with me. You are my protector, and my King. Thank you for sending Jesus to save me.
Love, Your Precious Daughter
If you want to find out more about a relationship with Jesus Christ, send me a email.
**Where have I been?** I know normal blogs are updated every day. I however, have opened this blog as a way to write about what God is teaching me. I have some awesome stuff that we are working on. Its just not ready. Please feel free to repost my blog address so others can read. If you have any questions... Please email me at clcarpenter82@gmail.com**
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Taking the Trash Out
This is my very first public blog about something that God wanted me to write about. I have shared part of my testimony, and have started speaking about my testimony, but this is a big step for me. What I write is what God and I have worked on. This first blog is hopefully one of many, as I dive into a deeper relationship with My King. I ask that if you decide to comment. Keep them positive. If you have something negative to say, message me about it. What I write is what God has been showing, and teaching. I Love to write. This is how He is using my talent.
"Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest."
Recently, I was taking the trash out to the dumpster behind my home and God spoke loud and clear. " Why don't you let me take out your trash and sort it?" I stopped and thought about it.
"Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you."
We as a society hoard things. We hold on to things that we think will come in use someday, or things that have sentimental feelings, weather that be good or bad. What are we hoarding on the inside? What are we holding onto that God wants to sort out and handle?
When my kids or I get ready to take the trash out, we begin by emptying all trash cans into the big one, walk through the house and pick up any random papers throughout the house. We walk out side and throw it in the dumpster, and walk away.
What if we went through ourselves and collected all the trash that has been collecting there? What if we were to take it the dumpster and leave it there?
God wants to sort through our trash. He wants to sort through and discard stuff that holds us back, Stuff that may keep us with that intimate relationship, stuff that only HE can deal with. When He sorts through it, He wants to Heal, Restore and use for His Glory.
As humans we always try and to solve our own problems, and try to fix others. We take on too much, (Guilty, This gal right here) We lose our focus, we stumble, back slide, and accumulate more "trash"
Think about the last time you stumbled and possibly fell. Was it peer pressure? Was it something that you thought that noone else would see? Are you struggling with a addiction of some kind? How did you feel afterward?
Guilty? Ashamed? Scared?
What if we cast our cares and concerns, problems, "trash" on HIM fully. Not holding back anything. Think about it.
"If we claim to have fellowship with him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live by the truth." 1 John 1:6 NIV
Recently, While working on this blog I went through "closet cleaning" in my own life. God went through and tossed out the things that I was harboring, the resentment, the anger, the yuckiness, that I had been trying to handle myself. Letting go and Letting God was a HUGE step in my walk with Christ. I feel refreshed and new. I am not perfect. I do not pretend to be. I am FORGIVEN! I struggle every day. I am still being restored. God is still working on me. I sit and I write this out of obedience. All things for HIS Glory.
"His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!" Matthew 25:21 (NIV)
If you are reading this and want more information about a relationship with Jesus Christ, please feel free to send me a email.
IN HIS SERVICE,
Connie
"Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest."
Matthew 11:28 (New Living Translation)
Recently, I was taking the trash out to the dumpster behind my home and God spoke loud and clear. " Why don't you let me take out your trash and sort it?" I stopped and thought about it.
"Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you."
1 Peter 5:7 (New Living Translation)
We as a society hoard things. We hold on to things that we think will come in use someday, or things that have sentimental feelings, weather that be good or bad. What are we hoarding on the inside? What are we holding onto that God wants to sort out and handle?
I am guilty of this myself. Holding on to a lot of garbage that I should be setting down and letting God sort through and discard. Things from my shattered past, things that I hold onto from my childhood, especially with my mother. God wants to finish restoring me, to the woman that HE wants me to be. Not who Connie wants to be.
When my kids or I get ready to take the trash out, we begin by emptying all trash cans into the big one, walk through the house and pick up any random papers throughout the house. We walk out side and throw it in the dumpster, and walk away.
What if we went through ourselves and collected all the trash that has been collecting there? What if we were to take it the dumpster and leave it there?
God wants to sort through our trash. He wants to sort through and discard stuff that holds us back, Stuff that may keep us with that intimate relationship, stuff that only HE can deal with. When He sorts through it, He wants to Heal, Restore and use for His Glory.
As humans we always try and to solve our own problems, and try to fix others. We take on too much, (Guilty, This gal right here) We lose our focus, we stumble, back slide, and accumulate more "trash"
Think about the last time you stumbled and possibly fell. Was it peer pressure? Was it something that you thought that noone else would see? Are you struggling with a addiction of some kind? How did you feel afterward?
Guilty? Ashamed? Scared?
"For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption,the forgiveness of sins." Colossians 1:12-14 NIV
What if we cast our cares and concerns, problems, "trash" on HIM fully. Not holding back anything. Think about it.
"If we claim to have fellowship with him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live by the truth." 1 John 1:6 NIV
Recently, While working on this blog I went through "closet cleaning" in my own life. God went through and tossed out the things that I was harboring, the resentment, the anger, the yuckiness, that I had been trying to handle myself. Letting go and Letting God was a HUGE step in my walk with Christ. I feel refreshed and new. I am not perfect. I do not pretend to be. I am FORGIVEN! I struggle every day. I am still being restored. God is still working on me. I sit and I write this out of obedience. All things for HIS Glory.
"His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!" Matthew 25:21 (NIV)
If you are reading this and want more information about a relationship with Jesus Christ, please feel free to send me a email.
IN HIS SERVICE,
Connie
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