Thursday, August 21, 2008

Gods Wonderful Masterpiece

Its been a while since I had a date with God and the camera. But on Monday I decided to stop on the way home and photograph my sunny "Good Morning" that God sends me each day on my way to work. He always seems to do that each morning. If its not the widlflowers in the spring and early summer its the sunflowers in August. Sometimes its that cute little donkey that stands on top of the stone pile, flexing his muscles to all the big horses that surround him.

When I stand back and look for Him around me, I become amazed at how he shows Himself to me in just the little things that surround me. How often have I passed Him by without realizing it?
I am reminded of a quote by Frank Bianco that says:

"If you begin to live life looking for the God that is all around you, every moment becomes a prayer."

What a wonderful way to look at the simplicity of life. The thought of living each moment like this brings a calm and peaceful feeling to my soul. Each day provides a new opportunity, a new lesson learned, and a closer relationship to my Creator.

Thank you , Lord, for giving me these little reminders that you are with me always. You are never far from me and I have nothing to fear. Thank you for being my all in all.



Tuesday, August 5, 2008

Random Thoughts

"Give all your worries and cares to God, for He cares about what happens to you." 1 Peter 5:7

At times I feel as if I am constantly having to remind myself of these words. Why is it so easy to let my mind fill with thoughts of fear, anxiety and worry? I feel as if I am in a battle. Positive vs. negative. Good vs. evil. Its so easy to allow these negative thoughts invade my mind and yet it is so hard to drive the positive thoughts in. I know that my Heavenly Father wants me to have a full abundant life- His word tells me so. That is why I push on...I push forward and I keep reminding myself of His truth. His truth will set me free. Its not about how I feel- its about what I know. I know he loves me. I know he wants good things for me. i know that he will never leave me or forsake me. I will set my feet upon him (the Rock).

Please excuse my ramblings...sometimes I just need to get it all out so that I can clear my mind of what clouds it. Then the sun will shine again.

I am looking forward to this evening ( I pray it does not storm!) A few of the women from the church are meeting after work to visit a prayer labryinth that a local woman made. I feel like I need this much needed alone time with God. I know I can be with Him anywhere but there is just something about having a focus tool in front of you to get your mind centered and focused on what it should be. I pray that he will bless our time together.