The year 2011 has been a wonderful year in so many ways, and my husband and I have been blessed to have two gorgeous granddaughters born, making the total SIX! We couldn't be more in love than we already are with these blessings from God. Thank you Jesus for our sweetheart babies!
We have also been blessed to serve another year in the Kingdom of God. We are so thankful for all of our ministry friends and their families. We are honored to be part of such great people, and feel your love as we travel around the district. We are blessed to be in your company. We are looking forward to another great year in the Texas District and anxious to see what God "has up His sleeve" for all of us. ;-)
As I've gone about my home this evening, unpacking from a very busy three days, I have been feeling the presence of the Most High God bidding me to "draw closer" to Him. I found myself singing...
Jesus, You're the center of my joy;
All that's good and perfect comes from You.
You're the heart of my contentment;
Hope for all I do.
Jesus, You're the center of my joy.
My heart is reaching for more of Him, and less of me in this New Year. Just to dwell in His presence, and know He is near when I whisper His Name is a beautiful comfort.
The New Year...2012...I want to go back to the basics. I really would like to get rid of any access baggage that would weigh me down in my spirit. Whatever "bugs me" because I'm human, I would love to not worry about anymore, but the only way to do that is to focus on the One who is PERFECT in ALL things! I want to know what His Word has to say to me this year, and to know what He expects of ME. I want to know Him more and spend more time with Him in prayer losing myself in His presence just to know Him.
I have a "special project" that I am starting this year that I'm looking forward to. I spent a long time today finding exactly what I wanted and needed to help me with this. It's something that will have eternal benefits and I'm excited! I may disclose what it is at a later date, but at this time I want to keep it close to my heart.
What are your plans this year? Do you have anything you're really wanting to accomplish? Whatever it is, let it become your PASSION, especially if it is something that will draw you closer to God. When 2012 comes to a close may we all look back and say we had a wonderful year and that we love God more than we did when we began the year. May His grace and mercy lead us, may we see the things of God come into focus and the things of the world fade into the background. And, if Jesus chooses to come back for His children, my heart's desire is to see you dancing on the streets of gold!
I will leave my blog for the year 2011 by focusing once again on what's important and singing...
This world, this world is not my home.
This world, this world is not my home.
This world, is not my resting place.
This world, this world is not my home.
Goodbye 2011 ... WELCOME 2012! I'm happy to see you...
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Saturday, December 31, 2011
Saturday, January 01, 2011
Today - 1/1/11
The first day of the New Year is winding down. It has been a wonderful day for Wendell and me. I got a little more organized in different areas of my life, and relaxed. The beginning of every year is very busy for us, so it felt good to be home drinking in His presence and strength.
This coming weekend is the M.A.P. Seminar where we teach ministers and wives who are applying for or upgrading their license to another level in the United Pentecostal Church International, and it's always a wonderful time. The next week we begin our travels over the district for our Sectional Conferences. I love the traveling and having the opportunity to see many of the ministers and wives of the TEXAS District.
I am looking forward to this year. There is an underlying excitement in my heart. I don't know why I feel this way, but I look forward to great things happening in all of our lives. I think we ought to "go all out" for greater revival than ever before! It's time for a mighty sweeping of God's spirit and Truth to sweep our country. There are so many people who are hungry for a real experience with Jesus Christ, and there are many backsliders that are pondering in their heart about what they've always known. I fully believe when they lay down at night, and the lights are off that they are hearing the voice of Jesus beckoning them to "Come Home". His voice is gentle, His touch is soft, but His presence is very strong as He talks to their heart.
While I'm on the subject, let me ask the question...you don't have to answer...Are YOU one of the ones I'm referring to? Are you tired of running away from God? Are you hurting and lonely? Are you searching for HIM, but you know you won't find Him where you are? I beg you to COME HOME!
After receiving an Anonymous Comment on my post entitled "Stranger Danger" a song has kept coming to me. I know it's for someone who reads my blog, but I don't know WHO that someone is. Please listen to your heart as you read these words.
HE RESCUED ME
On the stormy sea of sin I was sinking
Never to rise again
The wind and the rains ‘round me crashing
Had battered and torn me within
But He rescued me, Jesus rescued me
From the cold dark waters of sin’s troubled sea
He rescued me, new life I can see
Jesus reached down in love
And He rescued me.
I could feel death’s arm around me
As I struggled for my life
I could see his angel waiting to claim me for his prize
In my hour of desperation I almost lost my mind
But somehow I cried to Jesus
And He saved me just in time.
Oh, how my heart cries for the "one" I am speaking to. I may not know you personally, or I may, but it doesn't matter. I beg you to let Jesus speak to you. Don't shut Him out! He will rescue you and bring you to a "safe" place. My heart has been heavy for that "one lost sheep" and I have been praying for you.
For my many friends...I am so blessed to have you in my life. I trust you will all have a successful 2011. I don't know what your goals are, but I know if you want something bad enough you will get it. It's not easy to discipline ourselves to get to where we want to be, but it's worth it. Let's join our hearts and hands with the One who can help us. Jesus will always be there to bring strength in the times of weakness. Oh...how I love HIM!
Blessings...
This coming weekend is the M.A.P. Seminar where we teach ministers and wives who are applying for or upgrading their license to another level in the United Pentecostal Church International, and it's always a wonderful time. The next week we begin our travels over the district for our Sectional Conferences. I love the traveling and having the opportunity to see many of the ministers and wives of the TEXAS District.
I am looking forward to this year. There is an underlying excitement in my heart. I don't know why I feel this way, but I look forward to great things happening in all of our lives. I think we ought to "go all out" for greater revival than ever before! It's time for a mighty sweeping of God's spirit and Truth to sweep our country. There are so many people who are hungry for a real experience with Jesus Christ, and there are many backsliders that are pondering in their heart about what they've always known. I fully believe when they lay down at night, and the lights are off that they are hearing the voice of Jesus beckoning them to "Come Home". His voice is gentle, His touch is soft, but His presence is very strong as He talks to their heart.
While I'm on the subject, let me ask the question...you don't have to answer...Are YOU one of the ones I'm referring to? Are you tired of running away from God? Are you hurting and lonely? Are you searching for HIM, but you know you won't find Him where you are? I beg you to COME HOME!
After receiving an Anonymous Comment on my post entitled "Stranger Danger" a song has kept coming to me. I know it's for someone who reads my blog, but I don't know WHO that someone is. Please listen to your heart as you read these words.
HE RESCUED ME
On the stormy sea of sin I was sinking
Never to rise again
The wind and the rains ‘round me crashing
Had battered and torn me within
But He rescued me, Jesus rescued me
From the cold dark waters of sin’s troubled sea
He rescued me, new life I can see
Jesus reached down in love
And He rescued me.
I could feel death’s arm around me
As I struggled for my life
I could see his angel waiting to claim me for his prize
In my hour of desperation I almost lost my mind
But somehow I cried to Jesus
And He saved me just in time.
Oh, how my heart cries for the "one" I am speaking to. I may not know you personally, or I may, but it doesn't matter. I beg you to let Jesus speak to you. Don't shut Him out! He will rescue you and bring you to a "safe" place. My heart has been heavy for that "one lost sheep" and I have been praying for you.
For my many friends...I am so blessed to have you in my life. I trust you will all have a successful 2011. I don't know what your goals are, but I know if you want something bad enough you will get it. It's not easy to discipline ourselves to get to where we want to be, but it's worth it. Let's join our hearts and hands with the One who can help us. Jesus will always be there to bring strength in the times of weakness. Oh...how I love HIM!
Blessings...
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