Ok. So I thought I would put some Bible verses up here that have helped me along...even though...no one really reads this blog =\
2 Chronicles 20:9
(New living Translation)
They said, ‘Whenever we are faced with any calamity such as war, plague, or famine, we can come to stand in your presence before this Temple where your name is honored. We can cry out to you to save us, and you will hear us and rescue us.’
Jeremiah 29:11-13
(NLT)
For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. In those days when you pray, I will listen. If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me.
Joshua 1:9
(NLT)
This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Proverbs 4:12-13
(NLT)
When you walk, you won’t be held back;
when you run, you won’t stumble.
Take hold of my instructions; don’t let them go.
Guard them, for they are the key to life.
1 corinthians 9:24
(NLT)
Don’t you realize that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize? So run to win!
Psalm 37:7
(NLT)
Be still in the presence of the Lord,
and wait patiently for him to act.
Don’t worry about evil people who prosper
or fret about their wicked schemes.
Okay...hope those help you =)
I might post more soon.
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Saturday, April 18, 2009
Friday, April 17, 2009
Hope. No...not Obama....God.
I don't have any thing put on my heart to say right now. But I'll just start typing and see where I end up. Maybe the Lord will help me to write at least one encourgaing thing for you.
All that I can think of is lately I have been reminded of the song "Praise you in this storm" by Casting Crowns:
I was sure by now,God, that You would have reached down
and wiped our tears away,
stepped in and saved the day.
But once again, I say amen
and it's still raining
as the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain,
"I'm with you"
and as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise
the God who gives and takes away.
Chorus:
And I'll praise you in this storm
and I will lift my hands
for You are who You are
no matter where I am
and every tear I've cried
You hold in your hand
You never left my side
and though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm
That's how part of the song goes. I'm pretty sure you guys reading this...if ANYONE, knows this. I love the part that goes "I raise my hands and praise the God who gives and takes away." It's so true, it really is. God doesn't always give us good things. And He doesn't always allow bad things. But no matter where any of us are, we should turn to God and become desperate for Him. No matter how silly it feels, get on your knees and pray...cry...scream...whatever you have to do. God hears us. God will do what's in His will.
I think many, if not all of us, have lost a lot of hope lately. I know that I have and so have my friends. I feel a twinge of hope...but then...I look out the window and see the blue and white "for sale" sign in our yard, or I hear my parents talking about finances. Also...It really honestly breaks my heart to see how badly a lot of my friends are struggling. I really wish I could help them, but to some extent I can't. It's really stressful when parents keep...arguing...and arguing...and the stress both of them feel comes out towards each other. It's really depressing when you feel like no one cares, and you're worth nothing. It's really heartbreaking when your poor and can't afford stuff that your friends can afford.
If I start going through something, and I get too caught up, and think that "I don't have time"... but the thought of God is always in the corner of my mind. Don't ignore it like I happen to do! Prayer really does help. God hears us. Take the time to look up the Bible verse 2 Chronicles 20:9. If you don't have a Bible around, look it up on Biblegateway.com
I know this is a long post, sorry.But that verse reminds me that I prayed for something rather specific...and I kept praying and praying for it. I will still continue to pray for this thing, but this week God answered my prayer, and now I really know that he heard me. This is somewhat unrelated. But listen to the song "there will be a day" by Jeremy Camp. The other day I was feeling kind of depressed and I was feeling really anxious, this song gave me a lot of peace. I bet it will for everyone who hears it. That's all for now. If you read this all....I hope I helped you at least a little.
God bless
+-+-+Ashlyn+-+-+
All that I can think of is lately I have been reminded of the song "Praise you in this storm" by Casting Crowns:
I was sure by now,God, that You would have reached down
and wiped our tears away,
stepped in and saved the day.
But once again, I say amen
and it's still raining
as the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain,
"I'm with you"
and as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise
the God who gives and takes away.
Chorus:
And I'll praise you in this storm
and I will lift my hands
for You are who You are
no matter where I am
and every tear I've cried
You hold in your hand
You never left my side
and though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm
That's how part of the song goes. I'm pretty sure you guys reading this...if ANYONE, knows this. I love the part that goes "I raise my hands and praise the God who gives and takes away." It's so true, it really is. God doesn't always give us good things. And He doesn't always allow bad things. But no matter where any of us are, we should turn to God and become desperate for Him. No matter how silly it feels, get on your knees and pray...cry...scream...whatever you have to do. God hears us. God will do what's in His will.
I think many, if not all of us, have lost a lot of hope lately. I know that I have and so have my friends. I feel a twinge of hope...but then...I look out the window and see the blue and white "for sale" sign in our yard, or I hear my parents talking about finances. Also...It really honestly breaks my heart to see how badly a lot of my friends are struggling. I really wish I could help them, but to some extent I can't. It's really stressful when parents keep...arguing...and arguing...and the stress both of them feel comes out towards each other. It's really depressing when you feel like no one cares, and you're worth nothing. It's really heartbreaking when your poor and can't afford stuff that your friends can afford.
If I start going through something, and I get too caught up, and think that "I don't have time"... but the thought of God is always in the corner of my mind. Don't ignore it like I happen to do! Prayer really does help. God hears us. Take the time to look up the Bible verse 2 Chronicles 20:9. If you don't have a Bible around, look it up on Biblegateway.com
I know this is a long post, sorry.But that verse reminds me that I prayed for something rather specific...and I kept praying and praying for it. I will still continue to pray for this thing, but this week God answered my prayer, and now I really know that he heard me. This is somewhat unrelated. But listen to the song "there will be a day" by Jeremy Camp. The other day I was feeling kind of depressed and I was feeling really anxious, this song gave me a lot of peace. I bet it will for everyone who hears it. That's all for now. If you read this all....I hope I helped you at least a little.
God bless
+-+-+Ashlyn+-+-+
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