So having discussed this with Nathan and other people, and props to Jeff Young for a great sermon, I'm really excited about our economy. No seriously I am. And I have a peace within myself about this country and this "economic 9/11" that is relieving and I really think this whole situation can be "of God".
This is an exciting time we're living in, yes we might lose our possessions our homes and might be a little hungrier, but what a wonderful opportunity we have before us. When everyone around us, our friends, co-workers (that is IF you are employed), and family are losing the possessions they've labored for, longed for, and striven for; when they have no home, no shoes, rags for clothes, and nothing in their hands to show for their years of focusing on things carnal. They will have to look somewhere, to anything, or to someone to help them. And where will they turn?
Who can they turn to, but to Jesus?
It's been hard to examine myself, to make myself purge out the negativity of the world has painted of our nation's situation. Yes, it will be hard, but what does it matter to me? If the gospel shall go further and reach more hearts, isn't that what matters most to me? Or would I rather have a full belly, a warm home, a closet full of shoes (which I do have btw) than the furtherance of the gospel? I've had my world tumble to my feet before, I've had it planned out perfectly, and felt the bitter taste of sadness. But can I completely and totally trust God to lose everything for Christ's sake? Not just material things, not that losing material things isn't hard, but to also lose the ones I love? Nathan, Tricia, My parents,My friends, everyone who I laugh with, cry with and live with, everyone who means the world to me...do they mean more than Christ?
Am I prepared to give it all up...for Christ?
Could I let my life shine with Christ's light, when people despair about the state of their 401K's and dwindling savings accounts, their interest rates rising and their homes foreclosing? It seems silly, put that way, because honestly I think people are going to be need to be humbled down to the dirt so they will turn to God. To realize that they need Him above everything and everyone. "When will we realize that people need the Lord?"
So to the economic crisis I say...Bring it on! Because....
"I'll praise You in this storm, and I will lift my hands, You are who You are, No matter where I am, Every tear I've cried You hold in Your hand, You've never left my side and though my heart is torn, I will praise You in this storm."
Praise God for this great opportunity to talk about Him! To know that we will be supplied with what we need spiritually, no matter the circumstances, Thank you God, and we praise Your wondeful name!
This is absolutely beautiful. Learning that God is in control isn't an effort I'm having to put forth right now either. I've learned it the hard way, too, having my world crumble from what we thought was set the rest of our lives. And I am still blessed by God and He shows amazing things ahead. That more would turn to Him should be in all our hearts and on our ready lips. Thank you for this!
I came across your blog through two other people's blogs. I just want to say...AMEN! It's sad to see so many Christians get caught up in this frenzy of worry. God will provide and we experience so much more than Christians in other countries...it probably wouldn't be bad to walk a mile in their shoes.
Hey Girl, Garner is in between Clayton and Raleigh. We live in Clayton, so we won't have to move or anything. We are really excited. Also, I loved your post. If people would live more simple lives, they wouldn't have so many things to loose. It's not about "stuff." We have everything we need through Jesus Christ.
I've been tagged apparently. By my mom or all people, but don't forget for those who don't know to go welcome my
husband to pleonast...that is if you haven't already.
8 things interesting about myself that you might not know....
1. I LOVE getting my haircut, it's the one pampering I do, although right now I'm trying to grow it out...so we'll see how long that lasts.
2. Nathan and I have a goal in the next two years to go on a mission trip SOMEWHERE...we haven't decided yet, but we will be getting visas and such shortly.
3. I'm a closet novelist, although I haven't written in a good while, I love to write children's stories. However, I don't think I've ever physically finished one, although most of my stories are ended in my mind. I have a secret fantasy that one day writing brilliance will suddenly strike me and I'll write a great American novel and Nathan and I can retire on the royalties.
4. Favorite pastime: Killer, mad, dance skills, something you have to see to believe. I mean, WOW. Their A-mazing. Trust me.
5. Most people who know, know me, know this: Homeschooled AND a preacher's kid....one of THOSE kids if you know what I mean.
6. I'm a huge hiker and camper kind of person, especially in the mountains, I love it. Although, I'm all for showers, hair blowdryers and straigtners. I mean, I'm not supposed to act like a boy, why should I look like one?(or smell like that one more importantly!)
7. I seriously considered going into medical school, but that lasted like- ummmm- a second when I actually started college...that would be when I discovered that I'm not that smart...hmmmm like some people who are that smart.
8. Although, I talk a lot I really enjoy just listening and being quiet, I really only talk to be polite or I want to know how you are doing. One of the reasons I was attracted to nathan was that I didn't have to talk all the time. I found it very relaxing. Plus you know he's really hot.
Okay, the end!
and I chose to end the madness and not tag anyone!
Please everyone if you don't already know, lift your hearts in prayer for lauren and her husband matt. They lost their daughter Macy today. Pray for their strength and faith to increase and for God's healing hands to be laid on them.
YOU are so sweet. I can't believe it has almost been a whole year since your loss. You would be such a strength to them in the future, I just know. Keep shining your sweet light! oxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
That is so sad. I am definitely praying for them. I know that you went through something like this too. It must bring back a lot of pain and hurt. But you are using your experience to help others and that is very admirable. Keep shining your light. I am thinking about all of you at this time who have suffered such a great loss.
My first "official" day working with a patient is monday.
Unfortunately, my manager forgot I need 36 hrs a week(to get full insurance) and this probabl won't be my patient...i might even have to work with adults- I'll do it- but seriusly I prefer children to adults- they're less whiny....
just joking...
although children are less whiny than adults.
