Allow Him In

There has been a tremendous change in my life over the last 3 years.  Many ups and downs along the way.  Not all of it is positive.  For the most part the current situation is disheartening and not something I would wish on an enemy.  Now please do not think just because I believe in God, go to church or read my bible that I thought I was above pain, hurt, suffering or struggles.  When you deal with negative hardships that are focused around you or your family it is not always easy.  My heart is hurting and one would think my faith would be shipwrecked.  Not true.  With all my heart my faith is believing in HIS will, HIS strength & HIS power. I know EVERYTHING is in HIS timing!!!! With my faith I can recognize that my sufferings can be turned to HIS glory. Just because I don't understand at the time the "why" doesn't mean I don't have something to learn, something that needs to be changed or a focus that needs shifting.  I believe with every ounce of my being that the changes I made in my life to better myself and get closer to God was a much needed change.  One that has allowed me a deeper appreciation for where I have been, where I am now and where I have yet to go.  I can say without my changes, without my faith, without my husband I would be a VERY lost soul.  A very hurt person.  A very lonely person.  I'm not judging but I have been around people like this and I wanted more out of this life.  NO MORE CHAINS HOLDING ME!!!! 

If you choose to let HIM into EVERY aspect of your life HE can & will exchange our past pain for present comfort!!!!  If you feel lonely, allow HIM in.  If you feel week, allow HIM in.  Don't know how to forgive?  Have addictions?  Have trust issues?  Feeling worthless?  Falling into depression?  ALLOW HIM IN!  ALLOW HIM IN!  ALLOW HIM IN!  ALLOW HIM IN!!!

WHEN LIFE GETS TOO HARD TO STAND.....KNEEL!

If you know me you know I am a mother that wants her family to be whole.  A mother that wants her family to be safe, healed and filled with grace.  My family is hurting and dealing with heartache.  I do not feel it necessary to share every single detail to the world.  Those who care for the right reasons and are genuine in their hopes of us seeing brighter days I ask that you pray for my family.  I choose NOT to let this destroy my family.  I choose to find blessings in the struggles and continue loving.  I know this is where God steps in and takes over.  He can transform my family!  

Job 22:28-30

²⁸ What you decide on will be done,
and light will shine on your ways.
²⁹ When people are brought low and you say, ‘Lift them up!’
then he will save the downcast.
³⁰ He will deliver even one who is not innocent,
who will be delivered through the cleanness of your hands.”

My dad shared with me a bible verse this week.  His words to me were, "think about this."
He's pretty good at knowing what to say.  Thanks Dad!  Love you!!

Hebrews 6:10

¹⁰ God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.