Waiting for the dawn...

Actually its already here, the sun will reach daybreak on the horizon in a few.
The other day I told a few folks I was taking a break, from the world in general. No news, no emails, no texting, basically a media break that included everything and everyone. I was angry , I was hurt, i was disappointed, I was fet up, and with things shaping up with the FRG the way they are facing this new deployment all of those feelings came to a head. Perhaps I shouldnt take it personal. But I do. If it is not handled correctly, it will be a disaster. Not just a failure. And as a few have said, a good strong and well organized FRG will be required for this deployment, especially since they are headed to Afghanistan. Definitely not a cake walk like it was in Iraq by comparison. The guys will become true combat vets this time out. They dont need to be worried about their families back home, the FRG needs to insure that. Whatever it takes. I am resolved to make enough noise that it will be heard and some common sense kicks in with those powers that be concerning the FRG. I have the contacts and resources that reach alot further than they probably need to ,to help aid this along. And if all else fails theres always prayer along the way to insure Gods will be done in the matter.

Yep guess went off on a tangent there... but for obvious reasons I am passionate about the FRG and the mission it has to accomplish. Its not a social club, socialization within the FRG is just part of it. Families relating.

As far as the rest of it , politics foriegn policy and all the domestic issues we face as a nation. The answer and path to peace was right in front of me....Be still and know I am God!

its amazing how we as people can allow the chaos and'screaming' of lifes events to drowned out the whispers of our Lord with answers we already know but need to be reminded of from time to time.

For me its a test of faith. Will I fold? Or will I sit down shut up and see what God is showing me and saying to me. He has very effective resources in gaining our undivided attention. I for one choose not to tempt that.
We will be leaving for our new home soon. God has shown us alot of needs there in his work. Their is a need for marriage and family counseling and support, there is a need for workers in the childrens ministry. Htere is the new deployment coming up with an FRG that desperately needs to 'dress right dressed.'

Those are just a few things , the obvious ones I guess.
But Gods point I beleive is there is no shortage of things to be accomplished.

So i took the time I needed last week, and you know its obvious and we just have to have our focus tuned....from time to time, be still and know that I am God, not just a lovely sentimental passage of scripture written by a poet. But exactly what we must do sometimes when we become overwhelmed with all that life can throw our way. With God ..anything is possible...

Beleive God is there just for you...because he is!

How many times have we said aloud ,whether talking to ourselves , or perhaps considering someone else actions or in-action, "I cant do this or that", "I am afraid", 'I dont have this kind of strength' ,I dont know how" , 'I am not able to do" , "its not worth it', "I cant forgive myself", " I cant manage or handle this"?
Sound familiar? Even the strongest of faith can sometimes forget why they were created, (John 1). So here are some scriptures to read and even memorize for application in everyday life. God says 'we can' and even goes further, to tell us he has given us in measure enough to get started on , as our faith continues to grow . I have seen this comparison made on 'Christian' sites before, however ,I choose to present it in just plain text format so that the truth of the matter can be the focus. I know we all know people or have seen people that sometimes do the pick and choose thing when it comes to faith , and even more importantly in what they want to remember and apply from scripturual teaching. We are told in Isaiah that Gods' word will not return to him void. It will accomplish that which He wants it to accomplish. God has given everything we need. Everything. Yet we find ourselves sometimes looking to the fleeting materialism and ideals of this world for things God has already provided a way for. A way to accomplish His will for our lives,and deal with all that comes along.

"Its impossible"-------all things are possible (LUKE 18:27)
"I'm too tired"--------I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28-30)
"Nobody really loves me"--------I love you ( John 3:16 ,3:34 )
"I can't go on" -----My Grace is sufficient! (2nd Corinthians 12:9 ,Psalms 91:15 )
"I cant figure things out"-------I will direct your steps (Proverbs 3:5,6)
"I cant do it"----you can do all things (Phillipians 4:13)
"I'm not able -----I am able ( 2nd Corinthians 9:8)
"Its not worth it "------it will be worth it! ( Romans 8:28 )
" I can't forgive myself "------I forgive you! ( 1st John 1:9 , Romans 8:1)
"I can't manage "-------I will supply all your needs ( Phillipians 4:19)
"I am afraid" -------I have not given you a Spirit of fear ( 2nd Timothy 1:7)
" I am worried and frustrated"-----cast all your cares on me (1st Peter 5:7 )
" I dont have enough faith" --------I have given everyone a measure of faith ( Romans 12:3 )
" I am not smart enough" ------I give you wisdom ( 1st Corinthians 1:30)
" I feel all alone" ---------- I will never leave you or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5)

Which brings me to one of my many favorites in scripture:

Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you" , says the Lord . "They are plans for good and not distaster ,for a future and a hope".

As anyone can see , not an empty promise, but a statement of fact. And as we study and grow in our walk with Christ and understanding His will for our lives, these scriptures, the Living Word, bring light to this fact.

Thank you Lord for Paving the way to make it in this life so we can spend the next one by your side!