ever have
one of those weeks? You know... the ones that just seem to drag on and on and don't seem to get better. This has been one of those weeks. Yeah, I know, it could be a lot worse. It could always be worse! But sometimes it is still discouraging...irritations come...prayers seem unanswered...or answered in a way that you really didn't want...ships don't come in...people get sick...I mean really sick...you get the idea.
While I am not trying to be Suzy Sunshine here, a good friend reminded me this week that there is a bigger picture.
We all have days, weeks, or even years that are hard...some even redefine "hard" for us. But, there is still hope. God is still on His throne. He is still in control. He is still in the business of miracles. He is still worthy of our trust and our praise. And He cares! Oh, how He cares!
"Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you." 1 Peter 5:7
In bible study Sunday, the lesson was on setting our minds on things above from Colossians 3. Maybe God was trying to prepare me for my week? We talked about how easy it is to focus on the things around us that can either bring us down or distract us from following God. It is a great reminder that if I am focusing on things above...well, that's Him. He is what I should be looking towards. I need to remember who God is and all amazing ways He is at work in my life.
"You have made known to me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy, in Your right hand are pleasures forever." Psalm 16:11
So, that brings me to Thankful Thursday! I have SO much to be thankful for:
1. a sweet husband that I am thrilled to have beside me on this journey called life.
2. fabulous youth in the Northside Baptist youth group! David and I have mad love for these kids!
3. prayer. If I stop to consider that Almighty God pauses to hear my prayers, I am so humbled. When I think about all the dear friends and family who pray for us, I am humbled again. I know people are so busy and everyone has concerns of their own. I really do love praying and if there is any way I can pray for you specifically, feel free to email me.
4. sweet kids who like to help
5. laughter
I feel better already!
While I am not trying to be Suzy Sunshine here, a good friend reminded me this week that there is a bigger picture.
We all have days, weeks, or even years that are hard...some even redefine "hard" for us. But, there is still hope. God is still on His throne. He is still in control. He is still in the business of miracles. He is still worthy of our trust and our praise. And He cares! Oh, how He cares!
"Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you." 1 Peter 5:7
In bible study Sunday, the lesson was on setting our minds on things above from Colossians 3. Maybe God was trying to prepare me for my week? We talked about how easy it is to focus on the things around us that can either bring us down or distract us from following God. It is a great reminder that if I am focusing on things above...well, that's Him. He is what I should be looking towards. I need to remember who God is and all amazing ways He is at work in my life.
"You have made known to me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy, in Your right hand are pleasures forever." Psalm 16:11
So, that brings me to Thankful Thursday! I have SO much to be thankful for:
1. a sweet husband that I am thrilled to have beside me on this journey called life.
2. fabulous youth in the Northside Baptist youth group! David and I have mad love for these kids!
3. prayer. If I stop to consider that Almighty God pauses to hear my prayers, I am so humbled. When I think about all the dear friends and family who pray for us, I am humbled again. I know people are so busy and everyone has concerns of their own. I really do love praying and if there is any way I can pray for you specifically, feel free to email me.
4. sweet kids who like to help
5. laughter
I feel better already!
Comments
Thanks for blogging!!!! I think I felt better after reading it!!!! :) Now may I be more grateful as I talk and catch up with my hubbie as we run tonight! :)
Love ya Heather!