Peace

Today after I said my prayers and did my devotion, I was listening to my Kirk Franklin Worship CD when something came across my mind. I just realized that I'm super blessed because of the peace I have. I have been through many trials and throughout all of them, God has ALWAYS brought me through! I am thankful that even through the toughest of times, I have gained a tremendous amount of wisdom. There's no way to buy wisdom or gain it without going through an experience that teaches you about it. I could not imagine going through life without having peace of knowing that no matter what God is going to take care of me and watch over me. There were times in my life when I didn't always do right, and I am thankful that to this day, I didn't have to suffer many long-term consequences. God has always loved me through everything. And the great thing about knowing that I'm walking in His Will, is that I know He will not only take care of, provide, and protect me, but He will do the same for my family. I am not afraid to ask God for exactly what I need or want. The Bible says to ask with humility and full believing and that's what I always do. I talk to Him like He's my best friend, because He is! I'm thankful for what all He has done for me and my family and our many blessings, and I also thank Him for everything He has left to do for us! I am blessed to not have to worry. I can give all my cares and worries to Him! And I can rest knowing He's in control. He can see everything and He sees time on so many different levels than I can, so I know that His plan and ideas for my life far surpass any plan I could make on my own. I've tried on my own before, and it never works!

Verse:
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Phillippians 4:6-7

Family Photo from Chase's 5th Birthday Party, July 16, 2011: