Day Six's Search for Love:
In my search today, there weren't many verses that touched on God's loves for us. However, the few that I found are the basis for the lyrics behind one of my favorite Chris Tomlin worship songs. Is he a modern-day psalmist or what?
See if you can figure out which song I am referring to...
1 Kings 8:23 - "O Lord, God of Israel, there is no God like you in heaven above or on earth below -- you who keep your covenant of love with your servants who continue wholeheartedly in your way."
I Chronicles 16:34 & 41 - "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever."
2 Chronicles 5:13 - "The trumpeters and singers joined in unison, as with one voice, to give praise and thanks to the Lord. Accompanied by trumpets, cymbals and other instruments, they raised their voices in praise to the Lord and sang: 'He is good; his love endures forever.'"
Ezra 3:11 - "With praise and thanksgiving they sang to the Lord: 'He is good; his love to Israel endures forever.'"
You got it -- His Love Endures Forever!
I've attached the You Tube video of this song for your enjoyment! Rather than type out all of the lyrics, this video shows them line by line. As you watch, reflect on the goodness of our God. Not only does his love endure forever, he is faithful, strong, and he's with us forever! We are blessed!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVYcDOXczus
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Monday, March 26, 2012
God Loves To Show Off
Today as I was running errands, I couldn't help but notice the beautiful array of Bluebonnets. They are everywhere, and the Texas hill country has never looked more glorious.
As I opened my Bible to pick up where I left off, I skimmed the next set of verses on God's love and found one that almost knocked me out of my chair. Job 37:13b says, "(The Lord brings the clouds) to water his earth and show his love."
Clearly, God sent the perfect amount of rain this winter and spring because the display of wild flowers is incredible. I couldn't help but smile at how these simple flowers show off God's glory. I stopped by the side of the road and took a picture to remember this moment. I'm convinced God loves to show off ... and right now all I can say is: God, You Are Amazing!
As I opened my Bible to pick up where I left off, I skimmed the next set of verses on God's love and found one that almost knocked me out of my chair. Job 37:13b says, "(The Lord brings the clouds) to water his earth and show his love."
Clearly, God sent the perfect amount of rain this winter and spring because the display of wild flowers is incredible. I couldn't help but smile at how these simple flowers show off God's glory. I stopped by the side of the road and took a picture to remember this moment. I'm convinced God loves to show off ... and right now all I can say is: God, You Are Amazing!
The earth is full of Your unfailing love (Psalm 33:5).
Sunday, March 25, 2012
I'm back!
I apologize for my long absence. I needed to focus on finishing my novel, getting it edited and corrected, and making it ready for the querying process. It's been an all-consuming task, but finally it's finished! And I can honestly say that I'm proud of the final product. Thank you, Jesus!
I have begun sending out queries to different literary agents. With my first rejection under my belt along with several "no response" rejections, this whole process has begun to feel daunting. I sincerely covet your prayers as I continue to "knock" on the many doors before me.
Although I tend to over-think everything, the Lord has (graciously) made it clear that He will be the one to direct my steps. Only God can 'open doors that no man can close, and close doors that no man can open' (Rev. 3:8). So, daily I'm having to choose to trust. Furthermore, my prayer is to the keep the main thing the main thing. Jesus is the main thing, and in the end He is all that matters.
Nevertheless, my first novel is finished. And that (in and of itself) is a huge accomplishment!
Anyway, before I restart my "Love" study, I wanted to share an incredible book I just finished called, The Birthright - Out of the servant's quarters, into the Father's house by John Sheasby. It is a life-changing read. Here is its premise:
If you're one of the millions of Christians weighed down by the guilt of things done, and undone, feeling you are falling short of God's expectations, The Birthright is a liberating, life-changing celebration of your birthright as a child of the King. Whether you are of Reformed, grace-based roots, or Arminian, works-driven traditions, you may have a gnawing sense that you are failing to please the Father. The Birthright will liberate you from the drudgery of 'doing' and help you discover the joy of 'being'--moving out of the servant's quarters and into the Father's house where you are loved, accepted and celebrated . . . simply because you are His child.
If you're interested in reading it for yourself, here's the link to Good Reads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8857922-the-birthright
Until next time!
I have begun sending out queries to different literary agents. With my first rejection under my belt along with several "no response" rejections, this whole process has begun to feel daunting. I sincerely covet your prayers as I continue to "knock" on the many doors before me.
Although I tend to over-think everything, the Lord has (graciously) made it clear that He will be the one to direct my steps. Only God can 'open doors that no man can close, and close doors that no man can open' (Rev. 3:8). So, daily I'm having to choose to trust. Furthermore, my prayer is to the keep the main thing the main thing. Jesus is the main thing, and in the end He is all that matters.
Nevertheless, my first novel is finished. And that (in and of itself) is a huge accomplishment!
Anyway, before I restart my "Love" study, I wanted to share an incredible book I just finished called, The Birthright - Out of the servant's quarters, into the Father's house by John Sheasby. It is a life-changing read. Here is its premise:
If you're one of the millions of Christians weighed down by the guilt of things done, and undone, feeling you are falling short of God's expectations, The Birthright is a liberating, life-changing celebration of your birthright as a child of the King. Whether you are of Reformed, grace-based roots, or Arminian, works-driven traditions, you may have a gnawing sense that you are failing to please the Father. The Birthright will liberate you from the drudgery of 'doing' and help you discover the joy of 'being'--moving out of the servant's quarters and into the Father's house where you are loved, accepted and celebrated . . . simply because you are His child.
If you're interested in reading it for yourself, here's the link to Good Reads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8857922-the-birthright
Until next time!
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