Handle them carefully, for words have more power than atom bombs. –Pearl Strachan
Remember that your words carry more weight then you often consider. Let them edify, encourage, and point towards the truth of the Lord.
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the sun comes up {it’s a new day dawning}
This morning I have been filled with joy in every step I take through my house. It definitely isn’t coming from me (I could’ve slept two more hours and felt fine as wine). Thanks, God, for being bigger than my lack of sleep.
Whatever may pass and whatever lies before me, let me be singing when the evening comes.
Today I start a new step of obedience in my life. I’m volunteering at the Genesis House each Friday until I graduate. I’m a wee bit nervous (I’ve never served there before) but I’m so so so excited. I don’t put this on here to receive praise but instead to ask for prayer for this organization. I am inadequate apart from the Father and anything that I do with these wonderful people is because He has equipped me. I know the Lord is doing big things through this ministry (even though they’re secular) and I’m excited to get to be His hands and His feet here. If you read this, pray that I can live my faith out here and that we would reach these wonderful people where they’re at, not where we think they should be.
Sing like never before, o my soul, worship His holy name.
I pray that these words in italics (my obsession with 10,000 reasons) would be my heartsong today. Let me be obedient, moment-by-moment, responsive to where you have me right now and what you’d have me to do and who you want me to love.
Now to read book 17 & 18 of the Odyssey (oh, procrastination).
This Week…
1. …I’ve been called out. It hurts your pride. BUT. It’s so necessary to sharpen me and push me to follow Jesus and look more like Him.
2. …we set something on fire, got frustrated at the brokenness of our world, baked for multiple events, worked out, and watched entirely too much Gilmore Girls. I love my community.
3. …I’ve experienced God’s provision and faithfulness in His timing once again. He takes care of His children. Not in the way I think He would because, thankfully, He’s bigger than my assumptions.
4. …conversations have been abundant. Encouragement, direction, and dissecting some hard questions in life—these are the talks that give substance to my days.
5. …I’ve done something each day that has pushed me. Whether it’s stepping out and trying something new or deviating from an old habit, I’ve been learning that change is good and it’s healthy to get outside your comfort zone.
Praise the Lord for proving to me over and over again His faithfulness, love, joy, and hope for my days. Walk, rest, and rejoice in His truth, guys. It’s so much more fulfilling and enriching than anything we could ever hope for.
Friday Five {the last semester}
1. It’s my last semester before I graduate (gasp) and move on to the real world. I’ve been reminded this week to hold on to every moment and make every memory I can.
2. My Canon Rebel was fixed over break by a good friend of mine. I can’t express how overjoyed I am.
3. My friends have been a constant encouragement to me over this week. So. Much. Truth.
4. I learned how to use a diffuser. My hair will never be the same.
5. I’m obsessed with the song “10,000 Reasons” by Matt Redman. You should click on the link. It’s chock-full of truth. Like a fo’ real.
Passion at the Georgia Dome
What would you be called?
“The disciple whom Jesus loved…”
Man. What an incredible description. Or, “a man after God’s own heart,” something resigned to David. My housemates and I were discussing these this morning and the question came up of how would we be described?
As a woman, I tend to, when describing my friends to other people, list-off their friend group, a brief physical description, and then their involvement on campus. But how would I be described?
My first thought is, “Sadie the distracted.” “Sadie the inconsistent.” “Sadie the procrastinator.” All of these in reference to my relationship with the Lord (and often earthly relationships).
BUT.
The cool thing is—the really, really COOL thing is—by God’s grace (and it alone) are those names changed to something that reflects the character and heart of God. Those names above—distracted, inconsistent, procrastinator—aren’t of God! God is not distracted. He is not inconsistent. He doesn’t put things off. Instead, my explanation is reflective of the Lord of all of Creation! It is bold. It is beautiful. And it’s full of grace.
Praise the Lord.
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Quote: Beth Moore
”At the end of the day, although culture and media will tell you otherwise, your identity is still found in Christ alone, not in whom you’ve dated or whom you haven’t. You’ll do greater things than date the quarterback of the football team. Praise the Lord.
And for the record, you are dearly loved. And so am I.”
This is an excerpt from a blogpost by Beth Moore on a Taylor Swift song. In the post, Beth Moore reminds us that if we’re not grounded in Christ’s love, then we begin to believe what others have to say about us. Find ourselves in their love. Their idea of who we are. We must remember that Christ’s love is the only thing that can satisfy us but making that transfer of knowledge from our heads to our hearts is tough. Ultimately, though, it’s a conscious choice to make daily.
“The LORD appeared to him from far away. I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have continued my faithfulness to you.” Jeremiah 31:3
In this {academic} season
It’s necessary to refocus our drive. Recenter what we’re doing. And remember who makes it possible for us to do it:
“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Colossians 3:17
Personally, I love the Message translation of this verse.
“Let every detail in your lives–words, actions, whatever–be done in the name of the Master, Jesus, thanking God the Father every step of the way.” Colossians 3:17
His name be lifted high, not our own.
{Tuesday} Letter
“Lord forgive us when we get consumed by the things of this world that fight for our love and our passion. As our eyes are open wide and on You, grant us the privilege of your world view, and may your kingdom be what wakes us up and lays us down.” {Lose My Soul::TobyMac}
Dear God,
I’m sorry for being in a poopy mood this morning and wallowing in my sin. You reminded me that when I worry, am anxious, and try to take things into my own hands is when sin sets in. I don’t leave room for You, your grace, or anything that is remotely of you. Thank you for forgiving my wandering heart, thoughts, and desires. You’re bigger than my insecurities, fears, and questions. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
”Satisfy us in the morning with your steadfast love, so that we may rejoice and be glad all our days.” Psalm 90:14
Currently…
”O house of Israel, trust in the Lord– he is their help and shield. O house of Aaron, trust in the Lord– he is their help and shield. You who fear him, trust in the Lord– he is their help and shield.” Psalm 115:9-11
-Being reminded that the Lord is bigger than our circumstances.
-Excited about going home in TWELVE DAYS. {after 7 months of being gone}
-Seeking wisdom about future plans (and some future ideas that just popped up. Man.)
-Thankful for friends who walk along side me in all of this.
-Wishing time would slow down so that I don’t miss a thing.
-Remembering who all of this is for. The work. The relationships. The lessons. And working to glorify Him with it all.
Thanks for this life, God, and I’m sorry when I don’t appreciate it enough.
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