Learning not to worry...

So far this year I've learned not to worry as much (or not at all) about certain things especially what I have no control over. I'll let you know and be honest that in the last 3 years stress and anxiety had plagued me to the point where I questioned a lot, I lost focus, and even doubted that God could make it all better. It was a struggle and it took longer than I wanted it to, but like I said this year is different.
I've really embraced "letting go and letting God" and not worry as much as I used to. My life is in God's hands. What He allows to happen I still have to keep my faith and trust in Him through it all. He promised it wouldn't be too much for me to bear and He will always be there. 

Be encouraged!!! Go to the Lord when you feel like you're at your end. Look at the good in your life and count your blessings! Don't get all negative! Also remember someone else could be going through the same thing(s) or worse, so don't be another person singing a sad song. Start changing the tune into joy during your trials and maybe it will spread to others.

Phil. 4:6 
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God."

Matthew 6:34 
“Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble."

I'm back!!!

I'm back from my vacation. I won't bored you with a whole lot of details, but it was fun, relaxing, and I did while lot of thinking. So stay tuned as I blog about things I know many people deal with in life. The good, the bad, and everything else. It is important to not let certain things in life get your off track, lose focus, turn away, and/or doubt. If you're a Christian as I am and believe in God and His Word, you should already know that you have what you need to make it through any circumstance in your life.

I'll be back Tuesday to share more! Enjoy the holiday!

VACATION!!!!

I'll try to blog while I'm away. Later! Be blessed!

Wisdom Wednesday

Here's a verse to meditate on:

 Ephesians 5.17
"Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is."

Just Stop and Take a Look

Today I got a chance to practice some photography with my new camera. As I am studying graphic design, I like to use all types of media to express myself. I love all kinds of art. I tried my hand at photography before, but I never kept it up. Anyway, so I stopped by a park that I always drive by and since it was such a beautiful day, I decided to take some photos. At first I didn't know where to start, but it didn't take long for me to figure it out. All around the park was so beautiful. I looked out onto the lake and the water just sparkled. The trees were full of leaves and displayed a pretty green hue. The grass had little weeds and flowers that I found so intriguing. I just think about how God made it all happen. He created everything I saw and took photos of at the park. He makes Himself known to us through all His creation. I think you have to stop, admire, and thank God for it.

What does nature make you think about?

Verses:

Revelation 4:11 "You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they existed and were created."

Psalm 145:5 "On the glorious splendor of your majesty, and on your wondrous works, I will meditate"

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So here are just a few photos I took....leave some feedback if you like.
I will add the rest to my website. http://www.charmsartisticexpressions.webs.com/

Just Wait-Part 1

It is hard to be patient or in other words to wait or endure through a particular circumstance. Many struggle with not having something done or come on their time. If something doesn't happen NOW then there is an issue. Some worry about, some get upset, and some just end up confused. Whatever the cases, it is a big deal when things don't happen when we want them to happen. Then a questioned is raised...WHY? Why do I have to wait? Why isn't it here NOW? Why isn't this going my way? Followed by even more questions!

There is not always an answer right away, so a person is still left waiting. Impatience has set in and in most cases, matters are taken into a person's own hands. This reaction usually leads to a worse outcome then if he or she had just waited.

We're told to wait on something EVERYDAY! In this world we're pressured to get something today...right now...as soon as possible. DON'T WAIT!

Well let me tell you, PATIENCE PAYS OFF! I learned that the easy and the hard way. I never really expected to get what I wanted right away. My parents were really good at with-holding things or info from me until they felt I was ready to receive. They taught me early on you don't always get what you want when you think you should have it. As I got older though, I grew tired on waiting on some things. For the most part if I didn't wait on something specific to happen, I probably missed out on it or didn't get the full enjoyment, and was left feeling worse off. When I did wait, I reaped the benefits.  I have always been happier when I waited on the Lord and waited for something I wanted.

You can also think of being patient as enduring. You have to fight through it. You have to persevere and keep moving forward, even if it sometimes difficult. You may not know what to expect, but you keep holding on and keep going.
While waiting you can be content and accept the state you're in during that time.God will bring you through it in due time.

Wait on the Lord if you're waiting on anything in your life. He is going to be on time. He knows the right time for you to have money. He knows the right time for you to be in a relationship God knows the right time to take you out of a struggle. He knows the right time for every circumstance.

Yes, in some cases you should make a move and you'll know for sure, but we all know about the times when we have to wait.  So when those times come about JUST WAIT. You'll know what to do by prayer, reading His word, and trusting in His will for your life.

Psalm 37:7a "Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him;"
Psalm 37:34a "Wait for the Lord and keep His way"
Proverbs 27:14 "Wait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the LORD!"

Introduction

I like to share my thoughts, feelings, and perspective with people. I used be very quiet and not say much at all. Lately I've been finding myself giving advice, talking with people about different things, and they are really intrigue with my way of thinking. I don't it's anything too special, but as I get older and mature, I pay attention to life's lessons through good times, bad times, relationships, transitioning, hurt, confusion, misunderstanding, etc. As a believer/Christian, I know God's will is to be done in my life, so things won't always go my way and some things I have to accept because it is how God wants it to be. So as you read my blogs, you might get personally connected. You might agree or disagree. You might get me, you might not. You may find yourself thinking over what I've said. Whatever the outcome this is just to get to know me better and maybe I can help you in some way. I'm no expert on anything I choose to talk about, so don't take it too seriously. It's just all from observation and growth.

I'm going to talk about God, relationships, art, and life in general. I will also share verses, quotes, music, and other things to reach you in some way. I'll also try to have others contribute.