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| Definitely wanna remember this. Texas, Summer 2012 |
Happy
Merry AFTER Christmas peeps! Let me just
say that I am not the traditional blogger.
I do not always acknowledge current events or even holidays—hence the
lack of a Christmas post J. You
see, a long long time ago during my undergrad years when I had to write papers
on boring assigned topics like Puritan Colonialism, I realized then that my
best writing came from the heart.
Therefore if I don’t feel inspired to the point to write and share then
it just doesn’t happen. You should thank
me for sparing you a diatribe of insincere posts. But as it turns out, I have some thoughts to
share today as we are on the eve of a new year.
Most people and even scripture advocate not living in the past (Philippians
3:13) but I’ve experienced a lot in 2012: loss, heartache, pain, facing fears, new
beginnings, and obtaining victories to name a few. So while I don’t want to perpetually dwell on
the past nor have it control me, there are some things I want to remember from
2012…
I want to
remember:
·
God
is a God that makes all things new.
·
To
Praise the Lord oh my soul and all my innermost being, praise his holy name, Praise
the Lord oh my soul and forget not his benefits
·
That
the Lord will keep in perfect peace those who steady their thoughts on Him
because they trust Him---I must remain steadfast in this.
·
To
acknowledge the Lord in all my ways and so that He will make my pathways
straight
·
That
without faith it is impossible to please God
·
That
faith is being sure of the things hoped for, and certain of what I cannot see
·
To
seek first God’s kingdom and righteousness so that all other things will be
added unto me
·
To
bear with others
·
To
forgive as I have been forgiven
·
To
be anxious for nothing but in every situation pray to God with thanksgiving
·
That
God’s unfathomable peace can guard my heart and mind (I don’t have to do it!)
·
That
God is SO able through his glorious riches in Christ Jesus to meet ALL of my
needs
·
To
set my mind on things above not on earthly things
·
To
put to death whatever belongs to my earthly nature such as sexual
immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed because these are forms of
idolatry
·
To
rejoice always, pray without ceasing, and in all things give thanks because
this is God’s will in Christ Jesus
·
To
not quench/grieve/suppress the Holy Spirit’s actions in my life
What will you remember from 2012? I pray that you and your family have a prosperous and thankful new year.
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Great Post! I like how you stated that you won't write unless you feel inspired or have something to talk about. I'm the same way:) So, you may not get a post from me everyday for the same exact reason. Also, dwelling on all those things you listed is surely a way to make it in this world. God Bless!
ReplyDeleteHey lady! Thank you for your kind words. Yes, holding onto the Promises is what will keep us believers strong and able to endure.
DeleteP.S. I'm sure another reason why you don't blog as much is because of your duties as a mother, wife, etc. Just guessing... :-)
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Aww thanks for this recognition. This is so very thoughtful, and as always gotta give props up above for the opportunity to share my reflections in a creative manner.
DeleteHA! Honestly, since my youngest is walking and is a little older now I've been blogging a lot more but its more so because I don't have anything to blog about sometimes. I guess all of it has a part to play... Lol
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