Thank you, Mariann. Since that post, she has helped me define a few things better and more clearly.
I, in fact, have "found" God. I have given my life to Him, and asked him to be the Lord of my life. I openly confessed my sins to Him, and put all my trust in Him. I let Him "take the wheel" of my life, use me, and make me who He wants me to be...
What I really meant to say was that I don't really "know" Him, and I want to know him MORE. And as Mariann further clarified, this is MY spiritual walk -- a life-long journey and relationship with God that will promote both spiritual and emotional growth within me.
Perhaps what compelled me to think like I did was my Catholic roots. It seems like I have grown accustomed to the idea that great things can only be earned through hard work, suffering, and tribulation. This is an idea that is certainly possible in many cases (including my own life), but not necessarily a requirement. According to His word, His love is everlasting. It is by His grace that He will never leave or forsake us. We don't have to work to keep earning His love. We are His, and He is ours. Nothing can take Him or His love away from us.
I look forward to expressing more of God's manifestation in me. The greatest gift we could give to others is ministry and spreading the word of God to bring salvation to them. This is yet another purpose I've developed in life. One day, when my days are less crammed, and my career is more secured, I will have the freedom, ability, and financial blessings to minister in all kinds of different ways to all kinds of different people. However, for now, this blog will have to suffice. :) God bless everyone, especially all of my loved ones who are struggling through things, big or small. God loves you so, SO much and has a wonderful and special plan in store JUST for you! :)
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Saturday, December 6, 2008
Response to 'Finding Solace' & Words of Encouragement
Thank you, Mariann. Since that post, she has helped me define a few things better and more clearly.
I, in fact, have "found" God. I have given my life to Him, and asked him to be the Lord of my life. I openly confessed my sins to Him, and put all my trust in Him. I let Him "take the wheel" of my life, use me, and make me who He wants me to be...
What I really meant to say was that I don't really "know" Him, and I want to know him MORE. And as Mariann further clarified, this is MY spiritual walk -- a life-long journey and relationship with God that will promote both spiritual and emotional growth within me.
Perhaps what compelled me to think like I did was my Catholic roots. It seems like I have grown accustomed to the idea that great things can only be earned through hard work, suffering, and tribulation. This is an idea that is certainly possible in many cases (including my own life), but not necessarily a requirement. According to His word, His love is everlasting. It is by His grace that He will never leave or forsake us. We don't have to work to keep earning His love. We are His, and He is ours. Nothing can take Him or His love away from us.
I look forward to expressing more of God's manifestation in me. The greatest gift we could give to others is ministry and spreading the word of God to bring salvation to them. This is yet another purpose I've developed in life. One day, when my days are less crammed, and my career is more secured, I will have the freedom, ability, and financial blessings to minister in all kinds of different ways to all kinds of different people. However, for now, this blog will have to suffice. :) God bless everyone, especially all of my loved ones who are struggling through things, big or small. God loves you so, SO much and has a wonderful and special plan in store JUST for you! :)
I, in fact, have "found" God. I have given my life to Him, and asked him to be the Lord of my life. I openly confessed my sins to Him, and put all my trust in Him. I let Him "take the wheel" of my life, use me, and make me who He wants me to be...
What I really meant to say was that I don't really "know" Him, and I want to know him MORE. And as Mariann further clarified, this is MY spiritual walk -- a life-long journey and relationship with God that will promote both spiritual and emotional growth within me.
Perhaps what compelled me to think like I did was my Catholic roots. It seems like I have grown accustomed to the idea that great things can only be earned through hard work, suffering, and tribulation. This is an idea that is certainly possible in many cases (including my own life), but not necessarily a requirement. According to His word, His love is everlasting. It is by His grace that He will never leave or forsake us. We don't have to work to keep earning His love. We are His, and He is ours. Nothing can take Him or His love away from us.
I look forward to expressing more of God's manifestation in me. The greatest gift we could give to others is ministry and spreading the word of God to bring salvation to them. This is yet another purpose I've developed in life. One day, when my days are less crammed, and my career is more secured, I will have the freedom, ability, and financial blessings to minister in all kinds of different ways to all kinds of different people. However, for now, this blog will have to suffice. :) God bless everyone, especially all of my loved ones who are struggling through things, big or small. God loves you so, SO much and has a wonderful and special plan in store JUST for you! :)
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AnonymousDecember 20, 2008 at 5:07 PMYou are a beautiful young lady. I am happy you are on the right path in life. I pray for you to be healthy some day. You deserve happiness, I always thought you did. God has a plan for you.
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You are a beautiful young lady. I am happy you are on the right path in life. I pray for you to be healthy some day. You deserve happiness, I always thought you did. God has a plan for you.
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