If God hadn’t been there for me,
I never would have made it. The minute I said, “I’m slipping, I’m falling,”
your love, God, took hold and held me fast.
When I was upset and beside myself,
you calmed me down and cheered me up. But God became my hideout,
God was my high mountain retreat,
Ps.94:17-19;22 MSG
Rejoicing today on how good He is to me...nobody like the Lord :)
If God hadn't been there for me....
How many times can one look back at their life and see all the times that God's presence in our lives is what made us get through the times we thought we couldn't make it? Today May 18, On the 34th anniversary of my birth, I realize just how close God is to me, especially when I feel I can't make it. Those are the times he really shows out, simply because I've totally resigned myself to depend on Him and Him alone. As a very good friend of mine once preached, that's when like the Eagle, He puts us on His back and soars So high that nothing and no one can snatch us off His back!!
No matter what life is looking like...I'm learning each day more and more to trust and depend on God.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Ready to sing a tune
Psalm 57:7-11 MSG
7 I’m ready, God, so ready,
ready from head to toe,
Ready to sing, ready to raise a tune:
8 “Wake up, soul!
Wake up, harp! wake up, lute!
Wake up, you sleepyhead sun!”
9 I’m thanking you, God, out loud in the streets,
singing your praises in town and country.
10 The deeper your love, the higher it goes;
every cloud is a flag to your faithfulness.
11 Soar high in the skies, O God!
Cover the whole earth with your glory!
A David psalm
It's been a while since I've posted on my blog. I would
have to say it's reflective of the kind of year 2010 was....especially towards the last half.
In a lot of ways it was Job- like.
I was laid off. My children had to leave a Christian private school because it was no longer affordable. My house is on the brinks of foreclosure and my car was taken away. I will have to say though apart from my son being the sickest for the longest period this Christmas , health was not touched.
However, even the words of some friends and those closest were definitely not what you wanted or needed to hear at the time!!
I remember sitting in my garage blankly staring at my empty driveway with warm tears rolling down my face as my car was taken away . Sadness and anger started setting in. After a few moments what flashed in my head was, "the Lord giveth, the Lord taketh away". I reflected on Job's story at which after he lost family, possessions, and health, God's faithfulness prevailed. Job at the end received way more than what he had in the beginning.
That story led me to ponder on God's faithfulness in my life. He has done so much all ready in the aspect of health, friendship, and family that I came to this realization... If God had decided not to do anything else after that moment for me, He had already done enough in my life. An overwhelming sensation of contentment and peace swept over me and I will have to say for the rest of 2010 the warfare increased, but in the midst of it all God was still there and blessed me along the way of which I will soon share how.
I can't lie, I'm glad to see 2010 go!! But I would be remiss if I didn't acknowledge that being witness to the struggles and demonic strife, brought me through to 2011 with much insight, wisdom, and a closeness to God. So I'm ready, so ready to sing a tune, shout of God's goodness and to let you know though the journey may seem rough at times, He'll never leave you nor forsake you.
Journey on my friend
7 I’m ready, God, so ready,
ready from head to toe,
Ready to sing, ready to raise a tune:
8 “Wake up, soul!
Wake up, harp! wake up, lute!
Wake up, you sleepyhead sun!”
9 I’m thanking you, God, out loud in the streets,
singing your praises in town and country.
10 The deeper your love, the higher it goes;
every cloud is a flag to your faithfulness.
11 Soar high in the skies, O God!
Cover the whole earth with your glory!
A David psalm
It's been a while since I've posted on my blog. I would
have to say it's reflective of the kind of year 2010 was....especially towards the last half.
In a lot of ways it was Job- like.
I was laid off. My children had to leave a Christian private school because it was no longer affordable. My house is on the brinks of foreclosure and my car was taken away. I will have to say though apart from my son being the sickest for the longest period this Christmas , health was not touched.
However, even the words of some friends and those closest were definitely not what you wanted or needed to hear at the time!!
I remember sitting in my garage blankly staring at my empty driveway with warm tears rolling down my face as my car was taken away . Sadness and anger started setting in. After a few moments what flashed in my head was, "the Lord giveth, the Lord taketh away". I reflected on Job's story at which after he lost family, possessions, and health, God's faithfulness prevailed. Job at the end received way more than what he had in the beginning.
That story led me to ponder on God's faithfulness in my life. He has done so much all ready in the aspect of health, friendship, and family that I came to this realization... If God had decided not to do anything else after that moment for me, He had already done enough in my life. An overwhelming sensation of contentment and peace swept over me and I will have to say for the rest of 2010 the warfare increased, but in the midst of it all God was still there and blessed me along the way of which I will soon share how.
I can't lie, I'm glad to see 2010 go!! But I would be remiss if I didn't acknowledge that being witness to the struggles and demonic strife, brought me through to 2011 with much insight, wisdom, and a closeness to God. So I'm ready, so ready to sing a tune, shout of God's goodness and to let you know though the journey may seem rough at times, He'll never leave you nor forsake you.
Journey on my friend
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Mindful
The dark clouds in the distance start rolling in...
The chill of the wind cuts as it whisks by...
Drop by drop the cold rain announces the storm is nigh.
Creatures scurry to find their earthen hole, cavernous dwelling, leafy shelter, or swim to deeper waters...
Knowing exactly where to go...
Assured their safe haven awaits...
Without a care in the world, they patiently pass the storm...
Fully expecting it to come to an end...
Anticipating to resume life in the renewed freshness the rain left .
From the stately animal to the most minute creature....they all seem to know that their Creator is mindful of them to provide all their needs.
Is He not the more mindful of you and me made after His own image?
No need not walk around down trodden, heavy laden with life's burdens...
For God is mindful of you ...
He is your shelter, comforter...
the peace maker...
He will make a way out of no way...
He will supply all of your needs and give you exceedingly and abundantly more than you could ever think to ask for!
This journey can be tough at times, but God gives us what we need to make it through the other side...
Journey on!
The chill of the wind cuts as it whisks by...
Drop by drop the cold rain announces the storm is nigh.
Creatures scurry to find their earthen hole, cavernous dwelling, leafy shelter, or swim to deeper waters...
Knowing exactly where to go...
Assured their safe haven awaits...
Without a care in the world, they patiently pass the storm...
Fully expecting it to come to an end...
Anticipating to resume life in the renewed freshness the rain left .
From the stately animal to the most minute creature....they all seem to know that their Creator is mindful of them to provide all their needs.
Is He not the more mindful of you and me made after His own image?
No need not walk around down trodden, heavy laden with life's burdens...
For God is mindful of you ...
He is your shelter, comforter...
the peace maker...
He will make a way out of no way...
He will supply all of your needs and give you exceedingly and abundantly more than you could ever think to ask for!
This journey can be tough at times, but God gives us what we need to make it through the other side...
Journey on!
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Guacamole Wrap
Here's a living and raw food recipe I hope you'll enjoy!
2-4 servings
3 avocados
1 tomato diced
1/2 an onion
1/2 cup cilantro chopped
1 clove of garlic
1 lime
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Pinch of sea salt
2-3 ezekiel tortillas
Mix all ingredients together with large fork or wooden spoon to desired consistency. Then just spoon it onto middle of tortilla. Bend in the outside of tortilla and roll it up like burrito. Then cut into 3 sections for appetizer size or eat the whole thing! Lol!"
2-4 servings
3 avocados
1 tomato diced
1/2 an onion
1/2 cup cilantro chopped
1 clove of garlic
1 lime
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Pinch of sea salt
2-3 ezekiel tortillas
Mix all ingredients together with large fork or wooden spoon to desired consistency. Then just spoon it onto middle of tortilla. Bend in the outside of tortilla and roll it up like burrito. Then cut into 3 sections for appetizer size or eat the whole thing! Lol!"
Friday, February 19, 2010
My Heart
BibleGateway - Quick search: praises: "I will be filled with joy because of you.I will sing praises to your name, O Most High."
I sing your praises O Most High...for there is none like you. Truly your grace, your mercy, and unconditional love endure forever!
Who am I that you would think so highly of? You have said I am your child beautifully and fearfully made in your loving image!
I have sought you in the middle of the night, with a heavy heart and streaming tears and you have wrapped you arms around me and held me tight.
You have assured me that you will always be there through it all and I testify that you are faithful! True to your promises!
I blog this morning with a joyful heart....
A few years ago as I've stated before, my health was failing me. At one point my cholesterol level was high..233 to be exact and since this is heart health month, I thought it would be appropriate to testify to God's goodness.
Since then, I've made diet and lifestyle changes. In the process I've learned and continue to learn so much about how our bodies truly work to their highest potential when we put in the nourishment and exercise that allow our body to function at it's optimum capacity!
I have gone from eliminating all meats...which was still fish for me, to eliminating dairy. Here recently, since technically March of 2009, I have been on a mostly raw food diet. A few months ago I had a lipid profile done and received the results recently. My cholesterol level is now at 155! Praise, glory and honor to God! My heart is joyful and grateful. You see, I have a serious family history of high cholesterol and those high levels put you at greater risk for heart disease. I plan not be part of the family statistic, to be around for as long God sees fit so that I may minister and enjoy my family and friends.
He has given me the resources, has placed the needed support in my path, and has simply said, trust me...
This journey thus far has not been easy, but it has proven to draw me closer to my maker and know him in such an intimate way.
God wants the best for his children. I am a living testimony that no matter what others might say or do to discourage you on your journey... trust him...
He will guide you to the resources you need...
He will send the right people in your life to encourage you...
He will never fail!
Journey on
I sing your praises O Most High...for there is none like you. Truly your grace, your mercy, and unconditional love endure forever!
Who am I that you would think so highly of? You have said I am your child beautifully and fearfully made in your loving image!
I have sought you in the middle of the night, with a heavy heart and streaming tears and you have wrapped you arms around me and held me tight.
You have assured me that you will always be there through it all and I testify that you are faithful! True to your promises!
I blog this morning with a joyful heart....
A few years ago as I've stated before, my health was failing me. At one point my cholesterol level was high..233 to be exact and since this is heart health month, I thought it would be appropriate to testify to God's goodness.
Since then, I've made diet and lifestyle changes. In the process I've learned and continue to learn so much about how our bodies truly work to their highest potential when we put in the nourishment and exercise that allow our body to function at it's optimum capacity!
I have gone from eliminating all meats...which was still fish for me, to eliminating dairy. Here recently, since technically March of 2009, I have been on a mostly raw food diet. A few months ago I had a lipid profile done and received the results recently. My cholesterol level is now at 155! Praise, glory and honor to God! My heart is joyful and grateful. You see, I have a serious family history of high cholesterol and those high levels put you at greater risk for heart disease. I plan not be part of the family statistic, to be around for as long God sees fit so that I may minister and enjoy my family and friends.
He has given me the resources, has placed the needed support in my path, and has simply said, trust me...
This journey thus far has not been easy, but it has proven to draw me closer to my maker and know him in such an intimate way.
God wants the best for his children. I am a living testimony that no matter what others might say or do to discourage you on your journey... trust him...
He will guide you to the resources you need...
He will send the right people in your life to encourage you...
He will never fail!
Journey on
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
lavender
I miss the long nights of fellowship
The eager early morning greetings
It seems as though I've let time slip away from us...
Have let the demands of others put a wedge between us.
And the gifts you gave me...
I haven't had the time to enjoy...to savor...
to nurture and produce more.
My heart longs to be filled with sweet music...that it may clear
my cluttered mind.
And intertwined in notes my be the love shared between
you and I.
Like the sweet fragrance of lavender oil
poured out of Mary's box...
I pour out my heart...
Saying I Love You...
Praying never to be apart.
The eager early morning greetings
It seems as though I've let time slip away from us...
Have let the demands of others put a wedge between us.
And the gifts you gave me...
I haven't had the time to enjoy...to savor...
to nurture and produce more.
My heart longs to be filled with sweet music...that it may clear
my cluttered mind.
And intertwined in notes my be the love shared between
you and I.
Like the sweet fragrance of lavender oil
poured out of Mary's box...
I pour out my heart...
Saying I Love You...
Praying never to be apart.
Monday, November 2, 2009
What was he doing in the field?
He went out to the field one evening to meditate and as he looked up he saw camels approaching. Genesis 24:63 NIV
לָשׂוּחַ-lasuah basadheh, is the Hebrew word used in this passage in place of meditate. There are several schools of thought among the Jewish scholars as to what lasuah means. Some say it refers to prayer, a pouring out o f the heart as it is referred to in Psalms 102:1. Others say that the root suah in this instance means to 'speak'. Yet others take a more literal approach and suggest this word's reference is to things that grow from the ground, like grass and trees.
So what was Issac doing out in the field? Was he praying or just simply on a nature hike?
There have been many a times where I have enjoyed going out to nature to clear my mind and have found myself in prayer and meditative reflection. It is during those times where God has revealed so much about His character. As I admire the intricacy in which he created the colorful birds, delicate petals, and majestic mountains, I ponder the question, if He's mindful of these is He not the more mindful of me? His child created after His own image? And if He provides rain for the dry land and sunshine for the flower's bloom, will He not provide my every need? Then all of a sudden I'm aware of His presence as I continue to commune with Him amongst His creation!
I believe Isaac, as our first parents Adam and Eve, was doing both out in the field. He was in meditative prayer, speaking to God amongst the grass and trees. It is important to note where Isaac was at this point of his life. He was dealing with the loss of his mother and Abraham had sent his servant in search of a wife for him. So there Isaac was, with all sorts of thoughts going through his head, probably asking God for a special companion he could share his thoughts, ideas, and plans with. Someone he could debrief with, laugh with, and grieve with....Someone who would support, encourage and inspire him and he and turn do the same! And as he looks up...could it be the answer to his prayer? As the story in the bible continues, we see that indeed it's God's answer to his prayer...he meets Rebekah who becomes his beautiful life companion.
So I pose the question, is it possible for a word to mean several things at the same time? He went out to field one evening to "nature"....lets say for the sake of an example the word "nature" in this particular instance means meditative prayer amongst nature. Then we would clearly see exactly what Isaac was doing out in the field. Is it possible lasuah was conveying all three meanings at once...speaking/praying amongst the grass and trees? Maybe....lol!
Whether you think this particular concept might be a little far fetched or not, the point is prayerful meditation with God is one of the most powerful things one can do. This particular verse about meditation jumped out at me because it was therapeutic during my depressive state and going out in nature to clear my head and speak to God is probably one of my most favorite things to do. Oh how He's answered prayer just like he did Isaac's!! If you've never had the opportunity I suggest you try going out one day and experiencing meditating on God on a nature hike! =)
לָשׂוּחַ-lasuah basadheh, is the Hebrew word used in this passage in place of meditate. There are several schools of thought among the Jewish scholars as to what lasuah means. Some say it refers to prayer, a pouring out o f the heart as it is referred to in Psalms 102:1. Others say that the root suah in this instance means to 'speak'. Yet others take a more literal approach and suggest this word's reference is to things that grow from the ground, like grass and trees.
So what was Issac doing out in the field? Was he praying or just simply on a nature hike?
There have been many a times where I have enjoyed going out to nature to clear my mind and have found myself in prayer and meditative reflection. It is during those times where God has revealed so much about His character. As I admire the intricacy in which he created the colorful birds, delicate petals, and majestic mountains, I ponder the question, if He's mindful of these is He not the more mindful of me? His child created after His own image? And if He provides rain for the dry land and sunshine for the flower's bloom, will He not provide my every need? Then all of a sudden I'm aware of His presence as I continue to commune with Him amongst His creation!
I believe Isaac, as our first parents Adam and Eve, was doing both out in the field. He was in meditative prayer, speaking to God amongst the grass and trees. It is important to note where Isaac was at this point of his life. He was dealing with the loss of his mother and Abraham had sent his servant in search of a wife for him. So there Isaac was, with all sorts of thoughts going through his head, probably asking God for a special companion he could share his thoughts, ideas, and plans with. Someone he could debrief with, laugh with, and grieve with....Someone who would support, encourage and inspire him and he and turn do the same! And as he looks up...could it be the answer to his prayer? As the story in the bible continues, we see that indeed it's God's answer to his prayer...he meets Rebekah who becomes his beautiful life companion.
So I pose the question, is it possible for a word to mean several things at the same time? He went out to field one evening to "nature"....lets say for the sake of an example the word "nature" in this particular instance means meditative prayer amongst nature. Then we would clearly see exactly what Isaac was doing out in the field. Is it possible lasuah was conveying all three meanings at once...speaking/praying amongst the grass and trees? Maybe....lol!
Whether you think this particular concept might be a little far fetched or not, the point is prayerful meditation with God is one of the most powerful things one can do. This particular verse about meditation jumped out at me because it was therapeutic during my depressive state and going out in nature to clear my head and speak to God is probably one of my most favorite things to do. Oh how He's answered prayer just like he did Isaac's!! If you've never had the opportunity I suggest you try going out one day and experiencing meditating on God on a nature hike! =)
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