'Sup ya'll?
Just have some ideas runnin' through my head, and thought I'd see what you all think.
First of all, I'm thinking of making an art blog, where basically, that's all it's about. I'll update with little sketches, or even full-blown drawings, talk about techniques, inspirations, etc. I'll somehow connect it with this site as well...? The Artist's Mind-Spew: Literally!
Another thought I've had is another challenge idea.
I don't know about any of you, but sometimes, I feel like I don't praise God enough. I feel like I can thank Him any time, that's not difficult to do, but praise Him for just being awesome? Yeah, somehow that seems to always "slip" my mind.
Somehow that all also ties in with how I feel like I really need to work on putting Him first in my life.
So...I guess here's the idea: hosting a challenge for October: Praising God Everyday for 30 Days. Every day think of three things to praise Him for.
I know I got a lot out of the Beauty of God challenge, so I wanna know what else can be learned.
And I feel like, maybe if I make it something I have to post for all to see, I'll stick it out better.
Who's in?
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Friday, September 2, 2011
Beauty of God: Reflecting the 30 Days
I was finally able to sit down and go through all the 30 posts of last month, taking notes on each day to draw up any conclusions and tie the strings together.
There really isn't a set "common theme", but if I were to put a lable on it, it would be "Process".
These 30 days were full of surprises. That shouldn't have been a, well, surprise, because all this year has been full of out-of-the-blue circumstances that I know have to be God-ordained. But I'm amazed at how much can occur in just one month.
God surprised me in so many ways, great and small, from good friends and sermons that connect with my life, to sharing with me what He knows touches my heart.
But I've got to take the bad with the good. This month was not only full of little joys and good friends, but with confusion and major frustration. My life has taken some serious shaking, adding to the frustration of uncertainty.
I've learned that it's in those times that I need to seriously remember all that God has been faithful to in the past, that He is the same God "on this side of the Jordon" as He is on the other side, in the promised land. That though my life may be unclear, He has gone before me, and is only preparing me for what's ahead, not purposefully tormenting me. He has a vision for my life, and has set for me a high potential to reach. And He is faithful to work in every small step of this journey of reaching that full potential, achieving that goal He has set.
Worrying is useless, really, when He's got it all under control. It's a frustrating concept, but one that I feel I'm making it harder on me to learn because I'm stubborn, so all these circumstances have been harder on me than necessary.
This process is a sanctification of my heart and soul. It doesn't happen overnight. I need to, and want to, remember Who sees it all, and Who's got it all under control. He never gives me more than I can handle, and is always there to see me through every good and bad situation.
He will make the path clear to me.
Lord, let Your peace come into my heart. This has been a trying month, but You have a way of redeeming every situation. You've got a purpose for my life, and I know You will be faithful to complete it. I hope this challenge has brought me closer to You. I feel it has.
Yeshua, thank You for all You have done. I know You will continue to do Your work in me throughout the days to come. Help me to live up to Your potential, to see the vision You have for me.
The word that keeps resonating in my mind is "peace". I want Your peace. Only You can supply me with a peace so everlasting and satisfying. Nothing and no one but You can give me that peace of mind and heart that I need to live out this uncertain life. Holy Spirit, remind me every day of God's faithfulness to me. When life seems to get overwhelming, remind me of Your peace.
Thank You so, so much for all You have taught me, and for what You will continue to teach me. I pray these lessons will be on my heart.
In Yeshua's name, amen.
Colossians 3:15-17 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all widsom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
As I'm living out these few days God has given me, I know He will give me His peace, His shalom, to be able to live my life for Him with gratitude and praise. As He prepares my heart for what's to come, I want to be thankful and at peace with it.
John 14:23-27 Jesus replied, "If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. My Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him. He who does not love me will not obey my teaching. These words you hear ar not my own; they belong to the Father who sent me.
All this I have spoken while still with you. But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."
(All boldage in both verses my own doings.)
There really isn't a set "common theme", but if I were to put a lable on it, it would be "Process".
These 30 days were full of surprises. That shouldn't have been a, well, surprise, because all this year has been full of out-of-the-blue circumstances that I know have to be God-ordained. But I'm amazed at how much can occur in just one month.
God surprised me in so many ways, great and small, from good friends and sermons that connect with my life, to sharing with me what He knows touches my heart.
But I've got to take the bad with the good. This month was not only full of little joys and good friends, but with confusion and major frustration. My life has taken some serious shaking, adding to the frustration of uncertainty.
I've learned that it's in those times that I need to seriously remember all that God has been faithful to in the past, that He is the same God "on this side of the Jordon" as He is on the other side, in the promised land. That though my life may be unclear, He has gone before me, and is only preparing me for what's ahead, not purposefully tormenting me. He has a vision for my life, and has set for me a high potential to reach. And He is faithful to work in every small step of this journey of reaching that full potential, achieving that goal He has set.
Worrying is useless, really, when He's got it all under control. It's a frustrating concept, but one that I feel I'm making it harder on me to learn because I'm stubborn, so all these circumstances have been harder on me than necessary.
This process is a sanctification of my heart and soul. It doesn't happen overnight. I need to, and want to, remember Who sees it all, and Who's got it all under control. He never gives me more than I can handle, and is always there to see me through every good and bad situation.
He will make the path clear to me.
Lord, let Your peace come into my heart. This has been a trying month, but You have a way of redeeming every situation. You've got a purpose for my life, and I know You will be faithful to complete it. I hope this challenge has brought me closer to You. I feel it has.
Yeshua, thank You for all You have done. I know You will continue to do Your work in me throughout the days to come. Help me to live up to Your potential, to see the vision You have for me.
The word that keeps resonating in my mind is "peace". I want Your peace. Only You can supply me with a peace so everlasting and satisfying. Nothing and no one but You can give me that peace of mind and heart that I need to live out this uncertain life. Holy Spirit, remind me every day of God's faithfulness to me. When life seems to get overwhelming, remind me of Your peace.
Thank You so, so much for all You have taught me, and for what You will continue to teach me. I pray these lessons will be on my heart.
In Yeshua's name, amen.
Colossians 3:15-17 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all widsom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
As I'm living out these few days God has given me, I know He will give me His peace, His shalom, to be able to live my life for Him with gratitude and praise. As He prepares my heart for what's to come, I want to be thankful and at peace with it.
John 14:23-27 Jesus replied, "If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. My Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him. He who does not love me will not obey my teaching. These words you hear ar not my own; they belong to the Father who sent me.
All this I have spoken while still with you. But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."
(All boldage in both verses my own doings.)
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