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I am finding myself "lost for words" at times, but not because I have nothing to share, but because it feels like too much! =)
I have had a couple days off from work and I had some great opportunities to spend quality time with the Lord. On a day off I find myself joyfully "blasting" (not really blasting but the volume is high) praise and worship and/or christian music. It never gets old! I actually long to give the Lord so much praise, from the deepest part of my heart. Sometimes it feels like my heart may burst with great love, hence the title of tonight's blog =). The Lord is glorified when we seek Him with all of our heart.
Morning mass is a great way to wake up and say yes to the Lord, and has helped flood my heart with the joy of the Lord today as well. Not because I had to go, but because the Lord has captivated my heart and because I love Him so much, I want to worship him entirely body, mind, spirit!
I want to share with you why I am sharing this. If you would have asked me 2, 3, 5 years ago where I would be now, it would not have been in a situation or life like the one I am in now! And I thank God for bringing me here!! How did I get to this joyful and free life? I said yes, I said yes over and over to the Lord, not knowing what He was going to do with my life, and my heart. Well because He is the God of impossible, and wondrous ways, I wouldn't trade my life for anything else. It wasn't until I completely surrendered to Him, that I found life.
The Lord has been revealing new "things" to me the last couple of weeks or so (well He's always trying to speak to us), this week it's been a little bit clearer. Something the Lord revealed to me tonight during a young adult prayer group and fellowship, was "this is my life," meaning that this is just the beginning of truly carrying out and living a faithful life in all that I am and all that I do! He has prepared me in so many ways to say yes and trust His Spirit to work through me in so many ways. I said yes, and I praise Him with all my heart, trust Him, love Him and listen to Him. His ways are so loving, gentle, true, kind, constant, faithful and holy!
Ministry, He has placed the desire for me to "branch" out (He is the vine) to His children, His people, in new ways from what I am currently doing. I still have to bring it to prayer for clearer direction =). Our "conversions" are never ending until we are purified and holy in the Kingdom of our Heavenly Father. However, on earth the Lord calls us to holiness! He calls each one of us to sanctity! That we may be holy because He is holy! (Leviticus) God has touched each of our hearts, and His plan for us is to continue to grow in His ways. If we ever feel "stagnant" we should ask the Lord to reveal what is keeping us from Him, He will be sure to let us know =). It's all or nothing!
This discussion, or these thoughts, could go on for quite a while. I want to mention one more thing tonight. The Lord is allowing me to grow in beautiful ways as a woman. For the last... probably 10 years, but more significantly the last 3 years, I have been facing challenges with my identity as a woman, body image, sexuality, and I have received a lot of prayer and freedom from these issues. My understanding, wisdom and knowledge of womanhood, purity, motherhood has been greatly increased. I can say through so much prayer and consecrating my life to the Lord, I am free from secular portrayal of women, sexuality and marriage. Thank You Lord, for Your gentleness, mercy and love which set me free!
Over the last couple of months I found myself continuing to face challenges regarding body image, eating and exercise habits. However, in God's time through persistent trials and constant prayer, I see the Lord's hand at work. In thanksgiving prayer before meals, I ask the Lord to bless the gifts I receive from Him, that they may cleanse my body, keep me healthy and pure, that I may be a healthy and holy temple for Him through His Spirit, to live and dwell within! My body is a temple that houses the Holy Spirit, and in loving my body, I love God! He has created me in His image and likeness. In loving myself, I love God. How beautiful is that =).
I really could go on and on, but I know it's getting a little late. I thank the Lord for the work He has done in my life, and continues to do each day. Lord, may I never go astray from You! Thank you for transforming my heart, and in doing so transforming my mind, actions and desires. You are such a gentle and loving God and You are so worthy of all of my praises! In all that I do, may I honor You, O Lord. You are worthy! From the depths of my heart I give you praise and thanks. In You I am free! Hallelujah!
God bless you <3
Don't forget, if you have any questions, want me to elaborate, or discuss further just let me know!
Sleep well =)
- Erin
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