Be Strong and Courageous

     This past weekend I had my orientation for college! It left me excited, but extremely nervous as to what would part take in my life these next few years and beyond. While doing my Bible study on Saturday I read this verse: "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." That is found in Joshua 1:9. It is what God says to Joshua after Moses' death. Just as Christ was there for Joshua in his time of need, Christ is there for us whenever we need Him.

     

     This verse stripped away all anxiety, nervousness and discouragement. I have a God who is walking with me wherever I go. How great it is to know that we will NEVER be alone?

    

     Jeremiah 29:11 says, ""For i know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."" God has seen the situations we have went through, the situations we are currently going through, and the situations we will go through. And you know what? At the end of the day, we have a hope that nonbelievers don't have. The promise of spending eternity with God in heaven. 

^^ God is such an awesome artist!

The Power of Prayer

These last few days have just been incredible. Yesterday, I spent with my older brother, which was awesome! Lately, any quality time I can get with any of my siblings I will take in a heart beat. We went to Wally-World, a car dealership, a coffee shop and some antique stores. It was so much fun. THEN I got to spend more time with my brother AND sister! I kept pinching myself because this does not happen very often. I got to snap a few pictures of my beautiful sister and her beautiful friend! They have such a natural beauty that I admire. Here are a few of my favorites....

 ^^^ Caught her while she was tripping. Ha ha. 

This past week I've really been focusing on praying and studying the Word daily, with an emphasis on praying. Matthew 7:7 says, "Ask, and it will be given to you; Seek, and you will find; Knock, and it will be opened to you." I've had something on my mind for the past few weeks that I decided to just completely turn over to the Lord.  Ever since then, I've felt such a peace over the whole situation. God has given me such guidance over everything and it has been such an eye-opener. 

The power of prayer...