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Fri, 17 May 2013 23:28:47 -0400

Music To My Heart

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:43:20 -0400

Intrinsically we are all made to worship— whether or not we’re even aware. The very melody that flows from our hearts paves the way for it, seeking the Truth that we have known all along . Perhaps it isn’t until God provides the right prayer, moment, or lyrics do we dare to look where that melody is coming from. It’s always so amazing to hear a song or read a book that my soul was proclaiming long before I’d even known it existed. I suppose He’s always known where to reach me.

~God bless you all! <3

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPJity059RM

Religion is a breeding ground
Where the Devil’s work is deeply found,
With teeth as sharp as cathedral spires,
Slowly sinking in.

God knows that I’ve been naive
But I think it makes him proud of me.
Now it’s so hard to separate
My disappointments from his name.

Because shadows stretch behind the truth,
Where stained glass offers broken clues
And fear ties knots and pulls them tight.
It leaves us paralyzed.

But in the end such tired words will rest.
The truth will reroute the narrow things they’ve said.
The marionette strings will lower and untie
And out of the ashes, love will be realized.

God knows that we’ve been naive
And a bit nearsighted to say the least.
It’s broken glass at children’s feet
That gets swept aside unexpectedly

mylifeisdevotedtohim: We all are :)

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:10:00 -0400

mylifeisdevotedtohim:

We all are :)

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Thu, 16 May 2013 01:33:25 -0400

"Darkness exists to make light truly count."

Thu, 16 May 2013 01:01:21 -0400

““Darkness exists to make light truly count.””

- Sleeping At Last

the-365-worship-project: Forever - Chris Tomlin...

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:25:33 -0400

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Forever - Chris Tomlin (WorshipTogether) [ 2001 ]

From the album “The Noise We Make” by Chris Tomlin

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My Medical Choice

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:15:00 -0400

My Medical Choice:

Opening a conversation on women’s health.

I know this is a blog about my walk with Christ, but along the way the Lord has shown me great strength from others as well. I can’t help but wonder what I would do in this situation. As a Christian, our everything is at the grace of God. So that means we will pray and understand that whatever happens is for the Glory of the Lord. But no matter the outcomes or the paths we take to get there, we live in a world of decisions. This is the the Lord’s sovereign free will that He has given us. Undeniably, with our worldly struggles, some heartbreaks and decisions are infinitely more difficult than others. The idea of an inevitable future with breast cancer is one of them. Angelina Jolie’s courage and compassion for her family is very inspirational and superseded her fear of this illness. Her womanhood is not defined upon her anatomy, but on the strong sense of identity she places in her ability to be resolute and reassured. She is strong in knowing she has choices and the faith behind making them is compelling. I sincerely wish her the very best. Definitely worth a read.

~God bless you all! <3

spiritualinspiration: Christianity is all about dying to...

Tue, 14 May 2013 00:37:10 -0400

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Christianity is all about dying to ourselves. Some see this as hideous, onerous, and weak. “Why give up your desires, wants, and longings for something someone else mandates?” they wonder. “That sounds like slavery!” they charge. However, they fail to realize that surrendering our wills to Christ is like a bird surrendering to air currents or a fish to the water. When we surrender to the Lord, he gives us the power to be what we were made to be — enabled to be useful in ways that are eternal, empowered to have life not limited by mortal boundaries, and blessed by communion with the Creator as our Father. What is lost in this surrender to Christ living in us? Only our selfishness and our self-damage caused by rebellion.

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spiritualinspiration: Even to your old age and gray hairs I am...

Fri, 10 May 2013 18:54:47 -0400

spiritualinspiration:

Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you. ( Isaiah 46:4)

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Wed, 08 May 2013 19:13:50 -0400

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A Lasting Impression

Tue, 07 May 2013 23:59:00 -0400

Something small and simple. People often underestimate the meek or mundane because of the lackluster and quiet quality they possess. Moments like those— I believe— are just as influential as perhaps even a powerful encounter with the Holy Spirit. It may have been fleeting words or a cheerfully fickle invitation, either way the meek has left its mark. It appears more strongly to me that my entire life has been built upon moments that probably have been faded from the memories of others. Somehow over the years, I have compiled many of them into the chains of my life story with a ribbon tied to it. A compliment from a kind individual months ago has continuously built me up in darker times. To him I’m sure it wasn’t even a second thought but for me, the simple truth still resonates. Even six years ago on a lovely summer day, a middle school friend of mine invited me to church for food and fun. This was the first time I even considered the idea of what God was. I accepted on a whim without ever comprehending where “Yes, sounds fun!” would lead me. Perhaps that brother or my childhood friend don’t recall how God has worked through their lives in that moment, yet the evidence of His glory is undeniably present in mine. From that first church sermon to the lessons in college, God has been sovereign throughout. So whatever happened or will happen, I praise the Lord for His goodness. I am excited for what’s to come and I suppose the rest is history.

~God bless you all! <3

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Sun, 05 May 2013 23:49:38 -0400

Small Treasures

Sun, 05 May 2013 23:21:00 -0400

God often brings you the most amazing opportunities to praise Him even when you are unaware of it. It seems so simple but has such lasting impressions. Driving to see my cousins was no new feat; our family goes quite often. But this time around a series of complications pushed our voyage time into the late hours of the night. With nothing to do, I stared out my window into the Canadian countryside. Suddenly on my iPod, some worship music started playing and I couldn’t help but notice the stars seemed to twinkle a little brighter. It’s the true inexplicable wonder of a beautiful night sky that makes you do nothing more than simply boggle at His greatness.

~God bless you all! <3

the-worship-project: The Stand - Joel Houston (Hillsong) [ 2005...

Sat, 04 May 2013 20:39:15 -0400

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The Stand - Joel Houston (Hillsong) [ 2005 ]

From the album “United We Stand” by Hillsong United

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Thu, 02 May 2013 18:04:46 -0400

consurgo: He must increase, I must decrease -John 3:30

Thu, 02 May 2013 17:34:59 -0400

consurgo:

He must increase, I must decrease -John 3:30

The Beginnings

Wed, 01 May 2013 12:39:00 -0400

Today as the dimming sun began to set, it became more and more clear to me that this was the end of not just a school year but the beginning of a new spiritual season. It seems quite obvious to say this especially around the summer time but this school year has felt particularly conclusive and satisfying for varies reasons. I had spent the better half of the evening in the presence of some wonderful sisters in Christ and just reflecting on the true faithfulness of the Lord in my freshmen year. (I even started this blog at the suggestion of one of them!!) We walked down Main Street just enchanted by its atmosphere and creative culture. Ann Arbor really is such a diverse city with so much to offer! During our stroll, we laughed and shared small testimonies of the Lord’s powerful work in our lives. Just being able to spend quality time with my older sister and friends before the summer was a true blessing in and of itself. God has placed so many new relationships in my life and is constantly challenging me to love and serve more. It never ceases to amaze me just how much He has started to teach me this year and how much more work there is always to be done. (haha how true) Perhaps it was the lull of the city or the bittersweet sentimentality of a final meeting for the year, but my heart swelled with a small understanding of what a privilege it is to know God. Praise the Lord for His sovereignty and eternal goodness.

~God bless you all! <3