God is full of surprises...

Just when we think we have things figured out, God always seems to step in and remind us that we are not in control. I started this blog so that I could record all that I was thankful for. I intended to start on the 1st of the year and record something each day that I was thankful for. I expected to feel more "grateful" and that I may learn to appreciate all that I have instead of feeling discontent when things are not just as I may want them to be. I was so wrong....2009 has not even begun and I have found that God had a whole different plan for what he wanted to teach me. 

I have been filled with a strong, conviction that although I have been busy taking care of my family, I have made sure that I have lived comfortably...I really feel that God has been revealing to me that thankfulness is just a step in a much bigger journey...I can not feel thankful without feeling compassion for those who are struggling and suffering and those who are without hope. I want to continue to be thankful for the blessings I have but I must step out on that limb of faith and start giving beyond my comfort level. I do not need to worry what we will eat or drink...we are going to start living with a renewed spirit of utter dependence on Jesus..I am so excited for all that the Lord is planning on teaching me this next year...I think I will stop telling Him how to do his job and start letting him direct the lesson plans for my life...

Beautiful snow....

There isn't a sight much more beautiful than a snowstorm when you have no where to go..when you can snuggle in and just be "home." Today though, I worry about those who aren't home...who don't have a home to stay warm in...We have so much to be thankful for...that we take for granted. I am thankful today that we are safe and I pray for those who do not have even the essentials...

I pray that God would use us in anyway he chooses to minister to those who are cold and scared today...