My eyes are open. So whats in my sight??

Its been a couple weeks since my first blog because I had to study and find God more closely so that I might write what He wants me to write. I have been studying and this is what I have found...

There are many things I see everyday, things such as my kids and husband, my house that needs cleaning, bills that need to be paid, the money that's in the bank-or lack there of, even that pool that I want. I don't have to physically SEE it, but its always on my mind, so spiritually its whats in my view. I also try to see Jesus and God everyday in the bible or through teaching of some kind. And THAT'S where its at! Seeing Jesus!! When I look at all the other things going on, my view of Jesus gets blurry and it gets hard to find Him, but if I wake up thinking about Him and the things of heaven, He is there, right there!! The bible says "set your affection on things above, not on things of the earth" Col 3:15 Don't you think if God says not to dwell on earthly things, ITS FOR A REASON??? I believe its because He knows we cant handle them alone, He knows that the devil is GOOD at what he does!

Of course I'm not saying that we should ignore the other things, because we cant, our bills wont get paid if we don't remember to pay them. My point is if I put my focus on them and obsess on them, that's when I get overwhelmed and depressed and confused. We all know who the author of confusion is, don't we? The DEVIL!! So we know he is just trying to get us AGAIN!! That's the way it seems to be, one thing after another, everyday! Its tiring!! And that's his purpose!! He knows that if we let just a little of the world in, it will eventually consume us! I know it does me! Seems like every time the kids get me irritated, then my husband will do something and then I drop something and before I know it I'm so mad I cant see straight, I'm yelling and fussing and in a REALLY BAD mood! I'm learning that when that first thing happens, just let it go, breathe in and out, count backwards from 10- whatever works for you, and then PRAY!! Get your eyes back on God and the next few things wont be so bad!

Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Hebrews 12:2

⁶Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. ⁷And the PEACE OF GOD, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

⁸Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. ⁹Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. Philippians 4:6-9

Did you read that??? That's important!! That peace is what I want! It says don't be anxious-don't worry about things going on! but PRAY about it, petition God about it, be thankful about it, and that PEACE He will give to you!!! He is in control!! 1Thes 5:16-19 says "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in ALL circumstances, for this is Gods will for you. Do not put out the Spirits fire" PRAY, be thankful in every situation, because if you begin to doubt and worry you will quench the Spirit! And the Spirit is who is working in your life, the one that will bring you that peace!! You don't want to quench him!!

Just remember, fix your eyes on Jesus, pray about your situations, and be thankful no matter what the outcome, and you will have PEACE! God is in control and can work it out better than you can! Don't let the devil use situations to make your vision blurry- STAY FOCUSED!!!

My Eyes Have Been Opened....

Today marks the beginning of a new mindset for me. I have been thinking about some things for awhile now and have come to the conclusion that LIFE IS HARD! Things don't always go like I think they should(this is something I struggle with a lot!) Life has lots of hard things, such as... sicknesses, addictions, hurt feelings, mean words, and losing loved ones. The list could go on. But all of these things mean nothing. NOTHING! They are attempts to get us down and depressed, to keep us struggling and confused! So much so that we cant find time to focus on the things that really matter! When I say "things" I really mean just 1 thing- cuz that's it- just 1 thing in this whole, big world that REALLY matters...... GOD

Well NO MORE!!
I don't know about you, but this is it for me! My eyes have been opened, my ears can hear! I'M READY! I'm really ready to give my all to Him! I know there is more to this life and I'm tired of seeing everyone else on fire and doing something amazing for Him- its my turn!!I want to experience it myself!! I'm ready to quit the half- hearted attempt at this christian walk and REALLY sell-out for Him!!

As 2 very wise people told me last week.. no one can MAKE you do it- it has to be something you want, and ACTUALLY DO yourself!

I KNOW God has more for me- I can feel it!! But He cant use me until i get serious about Him!

I'M READY!! :)

I m not saying it will be easy-but that's ok- when i fall down, i'm gonna get right back up and try again! God may test me from time to time ( 1 Cor 10: 13...God is faithful and He will not allow you to be tested beyond what you are able, but with the temptation He will provide a way of escape, so that you are able to bear it) but He will be with me!! and i will be ready, and if i fail, ill study some more and become strong and i will pass it eventually!!

You'll see! I don't know how long it may take, but someday i pray you will see Jesus's love through me. And maybe one day you will come to know Him, or draw closer to Him as I am longing for now. I hope that I can reach many souls for Christ, but if it be His will for me to just bring one soul into the kingdom, I will consider myself honored that He chose to use me for it!!

So today I am asking all my brothers and sisters in Christ to be in prayer for me, I know the devil will come against me because of this, and I will need your prayers!

I will no longer care what others think of me(another thing i struggle with) because I know that it doesn't matter- my Father in Heaven loves me and that's what matters!! As I am sitting here typing this out- the devil keeps bringing to mind different people and what they may think when i post this, so i know he is trying hard to keep me from doing it! he wont stop me! :)

Ive said all that to say this- Jesus did an amazing thing on that cross 2000 yrs ago and when He did that for me He gave it to me freely all He asked is that I live for Him! Seems a reasonable request, don't you think?!?!! It just seems so selfish to me that i think I can accept eternal life from Him, and then go on living like I want, or like my flesh wants! So from now on I will be His disciple, I will do all I can to grow closer to Him and help others find Him! I will live my life in an attempt to repay Him for what He has given to me!!
Now who's with me??? Lets get serious!!!

" Thank you Jesus for this life!! Use me God, how you see fit and let me be your light!! Help me, when satan comes against me, to stand!! "

GOD BLESS!!
LETS LIGHT SOME FIRES!!!! :D


Verses:
Romans 6: 1-2 (kjv) What shall we say then? shall we continue in sin that grace may abound?? God forbid!! How shall we that are dead to sin, live in it any longer???

John 16:33 (niv) Jesus says, In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the WORLD!!

Hebrews 3:12 (cev) Watch out! Don't let evil thoughts or doubts make any of you turn from the living God!

2 Cor. 4 :17 (niv) Our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all!

and finally- and most importantly...
John 3:16-17 (csb) For God so loved the world He gave His one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but the world might be saved through Him!