Black Friday

We planned our attack and went in for the kill. Starting at Shoe Carnival at 5:15,(bought some super cute black boots for myself) then Hardees, in Carterville, until Lifeway opened at 7:00. Then we went to Kohls and the mall. Then only kind of tired we returned to Tara's house where we had spent the night. Going back sooner, on Thursday night, Tara, Nathan, Lucas, Seth, Hannah, Micah, and I watched Letters to Juliet, which I enjoyed quite well.

How's this?

Your Not Alone

Whenever I feel low
Like gas in a vehicle
I have to remember
That I'm not my own

Your not alone here, I hear you calling
I know your name, and I see your pain
When it get's stressful you know who to call
I will be right here through it all

Your right beside me
Watching me carefully
So why would I fear if your holding me


Song written by Rebekah Cherry

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I don't deserve it!

Jesus bore the sin, pain, sorrow, and grief that would belong to me. How could He do that for me? He knew the thoughts I would think, the words I would say, and yet he did it anyway.

Love is real

Love shouldn't be taken lightly. It is not a feeling tossed up and down by the wind. It is a decision or covenant that is made that can never be broken. Who truly knows love? It is not something to be trifled with. Don't throw it around. It is special and sacred.

Yes!

Bitterness is costly and I don't want any part of it. Jesus cleanse my heart and help me trust you. Through the pain and through the tears I see your face smiling back at me. Letting me know it is going to be okay.

Sit back and let God do the work

Look outside as a reminder of who God is. The trees perfect build and the leaves beautiful colors. Who else is intelligent enough to make creations such as those. Furthermore, what compares to the love of Christ. I am reminded that I am not perfect. Yet somehow He loves me still. Couldn't you just shout with happiness! I Can! I was sitting on the plane on my way back from Cleveland, Ohio thinking about God's unconditional love. I was filled with happiness knowing I am okay. Jesus is holding my life in His hands. As I thought about the people sitting next to me, my heart went out to them. They don't have an assurance of love. They live a lifeless life without Jesus. Is there a way I can reach those people?

Finished an exciting trip!

I just got back from an Acquire the Fire trip with mom and Kalyn in Cleveland, Ohio. I got to do everything from running the Kalyn's Secret booth to meeting Jimmy Needham late on Saturday night when we were packing up to leave. It was a great experience! However, I am so happy to be sleeping in my own bed tonight. That is one of the main things I miss when I am at of town.

Thank you, Jesus

Today was rough. It seemed as though dissapointment and heartbreak were around every corner. I'm glad I can trust Jesus to get me through my daily struggles. I don't have to do it myself.

Old men acting like teens in skinny jeans

So, it is not cool when you see old people trying to pull off the tight look. I was at an Acquire the Fire event last weekend and the drummer of Newsboys was way to old to be wearing the pants he was.
He needs to go shopping.

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Right standing

I love this time of year when the trees are changing and thanksgiving is on the way. There is so much to look forward to. But sometimes I look forward to earthly pleasures so much that I miss out on the most important thing-Jesus. If it weren't for him, there wouldn't even be a Thanksgiving or Christmas. Jesus, I don't want fun or fulfillment in things that won't last. Take my heart this holliday season!