Random Love Story

 What if the sky was purple and the grass was pink?

Would you find it crazy, or would you think?...

This is something I could get used to.

I'm tired of doing what I used to do.

Some change is good; some change is bad.

The change that jingles can make you glad.

When you want a snack and only have three dimes...

Reach in your pocket and a quarter you find.

A hidden treasure is what I seek.

Tucked away so nice and neat.

I'd find it on the road less traveled.

Below the surface...the dirt..the gravel.

Be careful..Slow down! Don't go too deep.

The load is heavy and your heart is weak.

Just set your thoughts on things above.

From there you'll find the purest love.

-Yours Truly

"Stand Out"

I love that Tye Tribbett song, "Stand Out".  It rings with truth.

In this Christian walk today, you often come across a lot of believers who do just that - believe... and nothing else.  They've been fed the partial truth that because you BELIEVE and GO to church, your mansion is reserved in Heaven.  But there is much more to it.

If you (Christians) didn't know, people are watching us.  Many lost souls are looking for that light to guide them out of the darkness, but how can they see it when a lot of us are halfway in the dark ourselves?  "We need to raise up a standard!"

A lot of people have the need to feel part of a group.   They want to be cool...They want to fit in... They want to have "fun".  This sometimes causes them to lose sight of what they should be doing, and give in to temptation.  I like to remind myself that this short moment of "fun" isn't worth an eternity in hell. (Let's not get it twisted... I'm not saying I've never fallen short and given in to temptation.  I am most grateful for God allowing me chance after chance to get it right.)

"But remember that the temptations that come into your life are no different from what others experience.  And God is faithful.  He will keep the temptation from becoming so strong that you can't stand up against it. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you will not give in to it." -1Corinthians10:13 (The Book)

I kind of feel like I'm all over the place with this blog, but it was triggered by a message I received earlier from a classmate inviting everyone out Saturday night for reunion, and then church on Sunday morning. They made the statement that they may be speaking, but of course not about anything that may have happened on Saturday.  Sure, a year ago, I would have just laughed this off as a lot probably will, but this just shook something up in my spirit, and made me realize even more, that the Christian standard has been lowered tremendously.  If someone goes out on a Saturday night and does some things that are not pleasing in God's sight, they should feel a heavy conviction speaking in church the next day. (I know I would, because it's happened to me...I didn't speak, but I was in church the next day. And I must say, that was the last time I drank alcohol...Thank you , Jesus!) And sure, you may not mention what may have happened the night before, but who are you trying to please? People or God?  God sees all... so not mentioning it isn't going to erase the fact that it happened.  There is too much of this going on.

This is not to put anyone down, or make anyone feel bad.  I love everyone dearly, but it must be said.  The truth must be told. And I am saying this to not only help others, but myself as well.

So again...Let's raise up a standard.  Let's set ourselves apart so that our light may shine brightly for all to see, and so that all that are lost and want to be found, can see their way out of the darkness.

Patiently Waiting

"I am leaving you with a gift - peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give isn't like the peace the world gives.  So don't be troubled or afraid." -John14:27 (The Book)

"Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and  thank him for all he has done.  If you do this, you will experience God's peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand.  His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus." -Phillipians4:6-7 (The Book)

 "Patient endurance is what you need now, so you will continue to do God's will.  Then you will receive all that he has promised." -Hebrews10:36 (The Book)

"Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act.  Don't worry about evil people who prosper or fret about their wicked schemes." -Psalm37:7

I thought I'd start with a few scriptures this time... In these tough times today, many of us are growing weary... We're filled with anxiety, worry and are becoming impatient.  Some of us are wondering if we're going to lose our jobs; how we're going to pay our bills, keep a roof over our heads, or even food on the table. 

But it's a wonderful thing to know Jesus.  And to believe and know that his word is true. He gives us peace of mind...don't be troubled. Just pray... be patient...and endure.  Don't compare yourselves with others around you that seem to be prospering, God will exalt you in due time.

Recently, I've been getting impatient... frustrated.  I've been wondering, how will I stay afloat with the job cutting back hours? Seems like I'm working just to pay bills...etc.  But I have to remind myself constantly that God has my back and he will provide.  All things happen for a reason, and everything that I'm going through is for my good.  He's brought me out once, and he will do it again.  

As I stopped to think about it all last night, things started to become clear... I'm totally being set up for something great.  Now that I have extra time off from work, I'm able to partake in something that will be beneficial to my future, and the future of my family.  I'm so excited and I pray that God will give me to strength, focus and continuous motivation to accomplish the task.

"But those who wait on the Lord will find new strength.  They will fly high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint." -Isaiah40:31 (the Book)

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" -Phillipians4:13

YOUTUBE: Tye Tribbett - Look Up

Love is a funny thing

Love is a funny thing... and I'm full of it, so I guess that makes me funny.

 

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But funny thing is, it's not accepted by everyone. 

Sure - I love the Lord... my son... my family... my friends...oh don't forget myself!.. but there is a different type of love set aside for someone deserving of it.. (whom shall remain nameless, not for privacy purposes, but simply because I don't know who it is yet either...)

So here I sit...waiting...watching closely to make sure I don't miss them, overlook them or push them to the side to look to the next one.

You know how they say "they could be right in front of you..", that means a lot more than most people think. Yeah, it could be someone in your close circle, but I also take it as... no looking back.  Don't go back to past loves. Some may dress it up really nice, and you're like.. "well maybe..."...but no! There's a reason it ended or didn't work out in the first place...let's move on.

Then there's the really nice guy...usually there when you need him, but you're just not attracted to him...and you don't have TOO much in common. You ask yourself a series of questions...look at it from all angles...but no...it's just not going to work.  I do believe God will send you someone you're attracted to at least. (Ask and it shall be given!)

Next you have the nice looking dude. Total ladies man, and would make a shiny trophy husband... but... he's stuck with this high school mentality.  Will he ever grow up? Probably not... Don't waste your time.

Ahhh...someone on your level. Share some of the same talents... ideas... opinions... What a breath of fresh air! Not!...'cause you later find out that this dude has been done wrong so many times that it's embedded in his spirit that women are just a waste of time. He talks to you and gets to know you, and then when he starts to think that "hmmm maybe this girl is alright"...he goes M.I.A. *sigh* Life is too short to hope that they'd get rid of some of that baggage...and you don't have the time or energy to try and convince them.

Okay.  I like this one.  Attractive... respectful... funny... easy to talk to...share the same views.  I'm not saying he doesn't have flaws, but what person doesn't? At least his flaws are not the type that would jeopardize a possible relationship.  This is the kind of person that you think about on a much higher level... higher than the overrated sexual level..higher than the "boy, you crazy" level... This is the, I just want to be around you level.  You don't have to say a word to each other, because it's like your spirits connect and communicate. Yeah..this could most definitely be something...

So back to what I said... Love is a funny thing. I'm full of it, so I guess that makes me funny.

I'm just going to sit back and wait on this one. :)

 ¹If I speak in the tongues^[a] of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. ²If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. ³If I give all I possess to the poor and surrender my body to the flames,^[b] but have not love, I gain nothing.

 ⁴Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. ⁵It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. ⁶Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. ⁷It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.

 ⁸Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away. ⁹For we know in part and we prophesy in part, ¹⁰but when perfection comes, the imperfect disappears. ¹¹When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put childish ways behind me. ¹²Now we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.

 ¹³And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.

1 Corinthians 13

Just One Of Those Days...

So it's just one of those days.  Monica said it best..."Don't take it personal."  

Ever get one of those days where you're super emotional for no reason? Everything and everyone is just so annoying? All of your faults and insecurities seem magnified and you just feel as though there's no escape for you from your situations.  Every door you run for shuts abruptly and is locked... you just sit there in the middle of the room. Nothing left to do but cry.

And so it happens... you pour out in long whimpers. Your mind goes back to all the wrong decisions you've made. Your shoulda-coulda-wouldas. 


All I can say is... Thank God for creating us with such a replenishing system.  Crying really does cleanse the soul. And it's like after it's over, one of those doors crack open and you can see a little light shine through.  Peace is restored, and you know everything will be alright.

"The Lord hears his people when they call to Him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles...The righteous face many troubles, but the Lord rescues them from each and every one." Psalm34:17,19 (The Book)