Prayers Answered

Lately I have really tried to make sure to pray everyday and many times a day. The other day while driving I asked God to shut my mouth when I have something mean to say, or just rude. Well today while talking to a friend she mentioned someone and I automatically said something rude, and snap judgment on that particular person. Later while just playing a game on facebook I felt a nagging on my heart. I honestly could hear someone saying that what I had done was wrong. Usually I just let it slip by without correcting it, but the nagging continued. So finally I sent her a message and asked her to forgive me for my rash judgment and as soon as I sent the apology I felt a weight lift. I know God is teaching me to shut my mouth. God does answer prayers. He does though want us to be willing to learn, and obey. I want to urge you to ask God to help you in way that won't just benefit yourself but others. Whether it be something like what I have asked for or even for you to be more outgoing, or more loving towards others. We need to remember that it isn't all about us. What we do and say actually does affect others. After I asked for forgiveness my friend actually sent a message telling me that what I wrote was exactly what she needed to hear. I mean just owning up to our own mistakes can show others that we truly do care. So what will you ask for?

OHIO

So since I've been home I've seen God work in so many ways. He opened the door for me to go back to school, and provided the funding. He has given me two housekeeping jobs, and He has opened the door once again for me to go serve at Marmon Valley Farm this summer!!! I sometimes get overwhelmed by the fact that I have been blessed sooooo much! Keep praying for me as I see how God provides the funding for the airfare and the little odds and ends that need to be covered in order for me to go to Ohio.

Learning...

I have a couple New Year Resolutions I would like to share with you... I would appreciate it if you all would try to keep me accountable. I know that many Resolutions are made and many are never completed.

#1) I need and want to make sure that everything I do and say are glorifying God. That my actions and my words reflect his love.

#2) That I really dig deep into the Bible. Study and memorize.

#3) That I make sure to keep God at the center of my life, and let him have complete control.

#4) Pray... That I will learn to pray all the time.

#5) Get healthy... lose the weight, and just get healthy... I'm ready to see who I can be..

#6) Focus on School... Finish my Associates in Arts.

I know these seem like the usual stuff people write down and forget about. But this year I feel needs to be a year of change or I just won't ever change. I give up easily and I just can't anymore. Please pray for me this year as I face school (Math and Science) and losing weight and just getting healthy. I hope you have a great year. What are your goals this year? How can I be praying for you?