Sometimes I just want to start over, 'cause everything looks like a wreck
And I need the courage to carry on, 'cause I can't see what's ahead
And there are places I've wished I could be, battles I've wanted to win
Dreams that have slipped through my hands
I may never get back again
But I'm still a dreamer, a believer
Oh, I've lost my faith in so many things, but I still believe in You
'Cause You can make anything new
Sometimes I just wish we could say all the things that are easy to hear
Ignore the injustice we see and explain every unanswered prayer
But I'd rather speak honestly and wear a tattered heart on my sleeve
'Cause in the middle of my broken dreams, redemption is here
And I'm still a dreamer, a believer
Oh, I've lost my faith in so many things, but I still believe in You
'Cause You are the answer, the redeemer
Oh, I've given up on too many things, but I'm not giving up on You
'Cause You can make anything new
I don't have every answer in life
But I'm trusting You one day at a time
'Cause You can make a weak heart stay alive forever
this is where Heaven and Earth collide
I lift my hands and give my life
This is how my weary heart stays alive
Oh, I'm still a dreamer (This is where heaven and earth collide)
(I lift my hands and give my life)
Still a believer (This is how my weary heart stays alive)
Oh, You are the answer (Oh, this is where Heaven and Earth collide)
(I lift my voice and give my life)
The redeemer (This is how my weary heart stays alive, oh)
'Cause You can make anything new
Yeah, You can make anything new
Song of the Moment: The Redeemer by Sanctus Real (I heard it yesterday on the radio for the very first time. I've been listening to it nonstop ever since.)
Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.
1 Timothy 4:12
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Thinking Right Much of Thee
A few days ago I was in Niagara falls with two great friends. It was dark and cold and the lightest rain was coming down. We could barely see the falls. We walked and checked out all the Christmas lights still up. By the time the night was finished and we were back at the car we were soaking wet and freezing cold, but it was the most fun I've had in a long time.
On our walk we found the quietest spot you will ever find so close to the falls. It was serenity in its purest form. The three of us separated and found our own place. Our own serenity. As I was standing there, taking it all in, I thought "Someday I will bring you here."
I've had this thought before. I will bring you here. Who is this you you ask? You is my future husband.
Think about it. If God has planned for you to be married at some point in your life, your future spouse is alive. He's walking. He's sleeping. He's working. He's doing something. Doesn't that just blow your mind? It sure blew mine!
I just finished a book called When God Writes Your Love Story by Eric and Leslie Ludy. Eric just threw it out there. Your future spouse is alive. What are they doing right now? And even more importantly, what are you doing right now? Is it something you would want to tell this person about? Is it extra baggage you'd like to take into your future marriage?
Crazy right? It blew my brains right out of my head. These little thoughts I've been having for years were really brought to life. And I'm not worried in the least about when he comes. Because I know (God willing) he will come.
Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.
1 Timothy 4:12
On our walk we found the quietest spot you will ever find so close to the falls. It was serenity in its purest form. The three of us separated and found our own place. Our own serenity. As I was standing there, taking it all in, I thought "Someday I will bring you here."
I've had this thought before. I will bring you here. Who is this you you ask? You is my future husband.
Think about it. If God has planned for you to be married at some point in your life, your future spouse is alive. He's walking. He's sleeping. He's working. He's doing something. Doesn't that just blow your mind? It sure blew mine!
I just finished a book called When God Writes Your Love Story by Eric and Leslie Ludy. Eric just threw it out there. Your future spouse is alive. What are they doing right now? And even more importantly, what are you doing right now? Is it something you would want to tell this person about? Is it extra baggage you'd like to take into your future marriage?
Crazy right? It blew my brains right out of my head. These little thoughts I've been having for years were really brought to life. And I'm not worried in the least about when he comes. Because I know (God willing) he will come.
I don’t believe we’ve met before
But then again, I guess I can’t be so sure
‘Cause maybe I passed you by
A hundred times today
If ever you might think of me
Know that I’ve been thinking right much of thee
And maybe I’m not in your eyes
But one day I, I will come
I count the stars alone each night
And wonder where you’re sleeping at this very time
I stroll the streets in daydreams of where our love might lead
And every February I will think of you
And practice writing valentines
‘Cause maybe I’m not in your eyes
But one day I, I will come
See what's the hurry? What's the point of being hasty?
Why waken love before it's time?
Why would I give my heart away to strangers?
Instead I'll just wait til you're mine.
I will come like a knight in Arthur’s day
I will sweep your heart away
And I’ll mean it when I say
You’re my one and only
And together we will fly
Sometimes through the blackest nights
Holding on tight for now and forever after
If ever you might think of me
Know that I’ve been thinking right much of thee
And maybe I’m not in your eyes
But one day I, I will come
Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.
1 Timothy 4:12
Sunday, January 8, 2012
Find Out What It Means To Me
I have made the choice to live a pure life. In mind, body and spirit. Yes, I've fallen a lot in this journey, but I keep going. I keep trying to live my life completely for Christ.
I've told a lot of people this. Most people I know know this about me. But usually when it comes up in conversations I get eye rolls, or "you're crazy", or "man are you missing out." I've been called innocent, naive and a prude. I know of people who support me in the decisions I have made, but there are many more against me.
A few weeks ago at school we did an activity called "Fill Up My Bucket." We all had a "bucket" and we passed it around and our classmates would write something positive on it about whoever the bucket belonged to. They're supposed to be little lines that might boost someone's spirit. On my bucket, right in the middle, were the words "I respect you."
You see, a few days before I stood in front of my class and discussed the convictions they knew I had but still knew very little about. And here I was with a bucket full of "You're such a great role model" and "you're so strong." They were all great, but the "I respect you" really got to me.
No one has every told me that before. In all my years of being called crazy, etc. no one has ever told me that they respect me. It hit me hard. Especially since my class is quite the eclectic group. Hearing this from one of them was surprising and wonderful.
In our world of incredibly low standards and following the crowd, I will stand. I will stand up for what I believe in. I will stand up for who I am. I will not be tempted. I will live for the One who saved my life. The One who made it possible for me to be alive today. The only One life is worth living for.
Will you?
P.S. Watch this video I stumbled upon just tonight (thanks L-Dawg). Just think about it. "If sex is just for fun, why does it take such a toll? Maybe it's cause you don't just have sex with a body, you have sex with a soul."
Song of the Moment: More Beautiful You by Jonny Diaz ("There could never be a more beautiful you." And don't you ever forget it.)
Don't let others look down on you because you are young but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.
1 Timothy 4:12
I've told a lot of people this. Most people I know know this about me. But usually when it comes up in conversations I get eye rolls, or "you're crazy", or "man are you missing out." I've been called innocent, naive and a prude. I know of people who support me in the decisions I have made, but there are many more against me.
A few weeks ago at school we did an activity called "Fill Up My Bucket." We all had a "bucket" and we passed it around and our classmates would write something positive on it about whoever the bucket belonged to. They're supposed to be little lines that might boost someone's spirit. On my bucket, right in the middle, were the words "I respect you."
You see, a few days before I stood in front of my class and discussed the convictions they knew I had but still knew very little about. And here I was with a bucket full of "You're such a great role model" and "you're so strong." They were all great, but the "I respect you" really got to me.
No one has every told me that before. In all my years of being called crazy, etc. no one has ever told me that they respect me. It hit me hard. Especially since my class is quite the eclectic group. Hearing this from one of them was surprising and wonderful.
In our world of incredibly low standards and following the crowd, I will stand. I will stand up for what I believe in. I will stand up for who I am. I will not be tempted. I will live for the One who saved my life. The One who made it possible for me to be alive today. The only One life is worth living for.
Will you?
P.S. Watch this video I stumbled upon just tonight (thanks L-Dawg). Just think about it. "If sex is just for fun, why does it take such a toll? Maybe it's cause you don't just have sex with a body, you have sex with a soul."
Song of the Moment: More Beautiful You by Jonny Diaz ("There could never be a more beautiful you." And don't you ever forget it.)
Don't let others look down on you because you are young but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.
1 Timothy 4:12
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