The Winds of Change are Blowing

Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.

James 1:17

Change has always been hard on me. It was hard when I realized not all kids grew up with divorced parents, when I went to a new school, when my brother left home, and, most recently, when I found out my youth minister would be leaving our youth group in order to spend time with his family. I'm not one to share my feelings or emotions with everyone; I have a very select few that I will talk to about things that actually mean something to me, and even then I have trouble completely opening up. So when things change in my life, it becomes even harder to talk about how sad I feel or say how I'm afraid of what will happen next. Especially when it's the people I love who are changing or leaving, I find that I completely bottle myself up. In my mind, I think "why should I become close to anyone if they are going to leave in the end?" All I do is focus on the negatives of the situation I'm in, when, instead, I could be thankful for what I do have and the time I've spent with the people I love. And change doesn't have to be a bad thing. God has a plan, even though we can't always see that. If we can just allow ourselves to trust that He has a purpose for every event in our lives, then we can stop worrying about what's coming next. God knows what He's doing. And even though we go through all sorts of changes in our daily lives, God gives us one of the most comforting things we will ever hear: He will never change.

God bless you!

Never Forget

As I'm sure most of you know, today is the 10th anniversary of 9/11 where thousands were killed and even more suffered a great loss of a loved one. I just wanted to make a quick post acknowledging the great tragedy that occurred and honor those who lost their lives that day, those who died later because of the smoke and ash, and also the brave men and women who risked their lives in attempt to save others. I am praying for all the people who died because of 9/11 and their families who still suffer today. Thanks to all the police, soldiers, and firefighters who are protecting the people of our country.

God bless!

Thankful

Thank you God for my sisters.

For me, my sisters are the loved ones in my life that hold me up when I'm down, comfort me when I'm upset, instruct me when I'm uninformed, and love me for me. I appreciate them yet I know I do not thank God enough for them. I also do not always recognize the vital part they play in my life. I take my sisters for granted, people who I love the most and need the most. Recently I was a little lost without all of them home. When they finally had their first homecoming, I was overwhelmed with love and relief. At that moment, I realized the amount of importance and meaning they have in my life. They are irreplacable and precious. I pray that I will unceasingly thank God for bringing them into my life and changing me forever.

Thank you God!
Jennie

All of us have people in our lives, for me: my sisters, that make a huge impact. These people need to be appreciated and should be recognized. These people are the ones who will never leave you. Give God constant thanks for your loved ones and cherish every moment spent with them here on this earth.

God Bless you!