Happiness

Sorry, I know I said I would post about Proverbs chapter two... but although I have been trying to keep up on my reading, I haven't had time to really write about the chapters.
On another note I bought my plane ticket to head back to Ohio.. in 50 days I'll be on my way back to the place I fell in love with... :) I am so happy that God has provided this opportunity for me! Please be praying for me as i finish up classes here at LCC and get stuff ready for my adventure!

Pushed

I am grateful for the way God pushes me to be a better person.. to be a stonger person. I love that he challenges me with tasks he sets before me. I would not be the person that I am today if he hadn't pushed and pulled me and essentially molded me into this not so perfect but oh so loved child of God. I am so grateful for the places he has led me.. to Cannon Beach where I learned to be on my own but to still hold my faith that was instilled in me by my parents. And then he led to me Marmon Valley Farm where I saw hurting children become whole and healed in Christ right before my eyes. He showed me the miracle of his love. And I am so blessed that I have been given the chance to go back to Marmon Valley Farm this summer, and to able lead and just mentor these youg believers. I am so excited to see what God has in store... I'm sure there will be more challenges ahead.. but he won't let me go..

So Amazed!

I have posted about this before.... but God always amazes me with how he provides for me through everything. I have been trying to find a job here in town for awhile, in fact since I came home in October. I have applied for several and only had one interview. But I had been a housekeeper for a family in town before I had left for Ohio and they gave me my housekeeping job back. A couple months ago my former choir teacher from high school offered me a housekeeping job and about a month ago my Step Aunts mother gave me housekeeping job too! And yesterday I got a job working as a substitute recess teacher for Three Rivers Christian School. So although I still don't make much money I'm not struggling. I am so blessed and amazed by what God has given me. I mean I have these od jobs here and when June comes I'm off to Ohio again and perhaps going to spend the rest of at least the year there and that to me is exciting stuff!! 

Opportunities...

The other night I got a message from one of the workers at Marmon Valley Farm... She asked me if I would prayerfully consider a job as a live in housekeeper/cook/someone to just be there for her parents. I would start after my job was finished in the Summer. One of the things that I have been feeling and just wanting was to move to Ohio for a longer period of time. I have even looked on craigslist for jobs in the area that would make it possible for me to get a place to live... well... then this falls into my lap. With a job and a place to live combined. I'm still praying about it... so keep me in your prayers too... :D

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?