So... as said before (in a previous post, I believe), I am seemingly the only religious and spiritual person in my current circle, which is fine - to each its own. But, that has had me thinking, a lot. I have thought about my strengths, as well as my weaknesses. I have thought about what I love, also how I can have a strong dislike for other things. I have bene observant. I have been humbled. I have been reminded of so many things. I have had the chance to Praise and the desire to Praise like I have never had before.
It is amazing how many things God has brought me to and through. I have had the chance to look back on all the things I have been through and still say thank you. I have had the opportunity to wake up and say "this storm is passing over." The largest storm of my life (college) has finally passed, concluding on September 5, 2008. But, I still have a reason to praise.
As I checked my email today, I received an email that was right on time ...
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"Lord, teach me the importance of saying thanks. Impress upon me the importance of not only being grateful, but grant me the presence of mind to express my thanks to those who have extended themselves for me. Humble me in order that I might acknowledge my blessings. Remind me that my success in part is due to the kindness and support of others. Grant me the strength, courage and humility to let others know how much they mean to me. Speak to me and I will listen. Encourage me and I shall be lifted. Empower me and I shall be strong. Bless me and I shall bless others and give thanks and praise to your Holy name. Through Jesus Christ our Lord we pray. Amen."
((written by Nicholas Hood, III. Pastor: Plymouth United Church of Christ, Detroit, MI, USA))
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I began this new journey for that ... to journey. I didnt know why I accepted this route. I was not even really sure why God ok'd this journey. But, as the days go by God humbles me, and I laugh and say to myself "He never makes mistakes."
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Though, I like being in control of things, often, I have to understand that with God, I never know. I try to come up with things. I try to create my own reasons. However, the best is to just stand sitll and know that He is God and He reigns.
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I did not plan to make spiritual/religious posts on the blog but this is for you all to know my journey and well, spirituality and religiosity is a part of that.
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now ..... i just want to note, there is a live band playing around the corner from me. NOISE does exist in japan, that is REALLY good to know.
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love all,
g.
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