Peace

I feel a strong impression to share the tremendous level of peace I have been feeling in my spirit lately. There is no better place to be than in right standing with God. When you make the decision to let go and let GOD, you are showing him how much you truly trust him. Surrendering to him will allow his mighty hand to move in your life. One of the first signs of being in God's will is a feeling of peace. Knowing that you are living a life that is pleasing to God allows him to shine in your life, in more areas than one (and believe me, people notice!). Ephesians 4:30 tells us not to grieve the holy spirit. Grieving the holy spirit includes doing things that we know we should not do. By doing this, we cause the spirit of God that is within us grief. Disobedience to God (the Holy Spirit) breaks God's heart. I have made the decision lately to do my best not to grieve the holy spirit, and be obedient to God's still, gentle voice on the inside of me. I long to be faithful to him. I am addicted to peace. A simple rule to follow: FOLLOW PEACE

I am so grateful for the place I'm at right now, as I recently celebrated my 30th birthday. I'm not going to say it was easy to let go of my 20's (I have some GREAT memories), but I honestly feel like I am stepping into my own at this point in my life. I know who I am. I know what/who I am rooted and grounded in. I have identified and am living in my purpose. I have had enough failures and successes to make better choices and be more responsible. I am elevated..and it feels good.

I am so thankful to my heavenly father who has:
-Carried me through every mountain and every valley (sometimes while I was kicking and screaming).
-Held my face up when I was too ashamed and hurt to even look myself in the face.
-Nudged me out of my comfort zone in order to stretch me (which leads to growth).
-Saw the best in me when everyone else saw the worst in me (because he created me in his likeness, and he KNOWS what's on the inside of me).
-Provided for me before the world was framed (Gave me my family and a spiritually rich heritage- for which I was created).

I stand in Awe of you! And I am forever grateful :)

PEACE~