Lesson, purpose, plan...

My prayer:

Thank you for new and renewed lessons today God. 

I have always been a pretty passionate person who feels strongly about things. I have big opinions, especially when I think someone is not being treated fairly. But, today was a great reminder that things are not always as they seem. Sometimes, it seems like something is unfair but in reality, if I keep my head and stay calm, I find out that I was only seeing a small part of the story. In reality, everything was quite fair and appropriate. 

Thank you for teaching me balance and maturity God. Thank you for always working it all out.

What God Said Tonight:

Your blessing is in the lessons as well as the result. 

Each lesson, each challenge makes you more ready to receive the next level and season in your life. I never teach you something you don't need to know. Every lesson has a purpose and every purpose has a plan. 

I am with you, guiding you, and I will see you victorious in all things. All my love will be poured out on you my child. 

Making sense of it...

My prayer:

Thank you for the down time the last couple of days God and thank you for the beauty of the mountain this morning. It has been a nice reset. My prayer remains, your will be done. In everything. I love you Father.

What God Said Tonight:

Your adventure has just begun. 

So many things will make sense to you when you are fully engaged in this next season. Things that seemed random, you will see their purpose. Things that seemed useless, will suddenly be obvious as to their use. 

No effort is in vain. No lesson is wasted. 

You are my child and your life is fully dedicated to showing my glory on earth. 

What is important...

My prayer:

The world beat me up today God. I feel like I have been through an obstacle course all week with land mines and grenades being thrown at me. I am being a bit over dramatic but that is what it feels like.

I am tired and bruised and need you.

What God Said Tonight:

I need you to gain a bit of perspective. Come up here with me and remember what is important and what isn't important. 

Your success and your failures are both realities of life but neither define you. You are a child of the most high God and that is what defines you. You are forgiven. You are a King's kid. You are royalty and with that comes privilege. 

What do I always tell you? In the midst of chaos and competing demands, remember to love. It is the only thing that really matters. Love others, love yourself, love me. That is all you need to do.

No fear, all faith...

My prayer:

Awesome God. I know what people are saying. I know what my heart and mind are saying. And, I am pretty sure I know what you are saying. I choose to believe you and rest in the peace of knowing that the God of all creation will have his way! LOVE YOU!

What God Said Tonight:

I love you. I have got you. 

Your life will change and the change will be good. 

Your fear is not needed. Your faith is your friend right now. 

I love you. I will see this thing done and in my will. Your prayers are heard and answered my love.

Timing is everything...

My prayer:

My mind is racing with plans and ideas God. But I pray, no matter how excited I get, I pray your will be done. 

If I get ahead of your will, on this or anything, I know it will end up in a mess. So, while I can't help getting excited, know that at my core, it is still more important to me that your will is done, no matter how well or not well my will lines up with it. 

LOVE YOU!

What God Said Tonight:

No plan is made in vain. Every desire of your heart is in my plans for you, at some point. 

So, plan, dream, love. Just remember that the timing is in my hands. I will make sure that everything comes about in its right time and place. That, you will have to trust me on. 

I love you.

Guiding light...

My prayer:

Life sure seems complicated these days. That usually means I am trying to figure it out on my own too much. 

God, I give up to you every problem and challenge, especially those that seem unsolvable and I ask for your help, your will, your guidance. I am willing to do the work. This is not me copping out and giving up. But, I do recognize that when things look this crazy, there is only one who can see the road through it all. 

Show me the road please God. I will follow you.

What God Said Tonight:

Seek the light. A light on your path not only illuminates the road but also will lead you down it. Follow the light and you will follow my will. 

Remember what is important. Love people. Love me. Everything else is extra. 

Keep the light of love before you and you will not stumble. You will not fall. I love you.

Flaws...

My prayer:

Sweet Father. I am not sure what the events of the last couple of days mean but I do know that I trust you. My only prayer is for your will to be done. My life and my eternity is in  your hands.'

What God Said Tonight:

There are things that when they first appear, seem to be imperfections. They seem to be flaws. But given time, they are recognized for the beauty that they are. 

Think of bubbles in glass. There was a time where this was avoided because it was a flaw but as  you know, your own light fixture as proof, it is now seen as a beautiful artistic addition to either an art piece or a functional piece of glass. 

That which was a flaw and was avoided is now coveted. 

Don't be so sure that you know the nature of a new thing in your life. You might first see it as a flaw only to find out it is a new and beautiful addition. 

I love you and I will see you prosper in all things my child.

Today's blessings, tomorrow's promises...

My prayer:

There are so many wants and so many needs God. A big part of me says, be content. But another part of me says don't get stuck, reach for the stars.When it comes down to it, if it is your will, I want it in my life and if it is not, I don't want it in my life.

Guide me sweet Lord.

What God Said Tonight:

Breathe. The changes in your life are on their way. There is no need to rush. There is no urgency. Everything in its own time. 

Your place right now is to be at peace while searching into the future, looking at the next things. But do not miss the joy of today. I have many blessings surrounding you and they are each as important as tomorrow and its promises. 

I love you and as always, we are in this together.

Worth fighting for...or not...

My prayer:

Today was a great lesson in perspective. So annoying on one hand but then getting such amazing news about my friend's healing. It reminded me how little the annoyances mean in the larger scheme of things. 

Thank you God for always teaching me. 

I pray, above all else, your will be done.

What God Said Tonight:

Never get stuck on the temporary aspects of today. Always keep your mind stayed on the permanent aspects of eternity. 

You were made to live with me forever. Each day is only a piece of that larger picture. Enjoy the blessings of today. Learn the lessons of today. But never let today make you lose sight of the eternity with me. 

When we look back over ages together, the moments that seem so important today will not even be a memory. Fight for the things that matter to your eternal life. Let the rest of it go. 

I love you I am always on your side. 

A good day...

My prayer:

What a wonderful day God. Thank you for every moment and for the health to enjoy it. I realized so many times today that just two months ago, I didn't think I was going to be able to get out and do anything this summer. 

I am SO GLAD you had different plans. LOVE YOU!!!

What God Said Tonight:

I loved today too and I love you too!

Blind spot...

My prayer:

Thank you for your protection and your help today God. I am grateful. 

I pray for your help and restoration for M. God, please heal, restore, and rejuvenate her. 

What God Said Tonight:

A blind spot. One so big that you have not even realized it was there. I am going to bring light into the darkness. I am going to help you see what you have not been able to look at. I will reveal that which has been hidden and I will help you through it. 

Do not fear, I am with you. Now and forever. 

Silence together...

My prayer:

Today was full of good news! Thank you God for how you take care of me. Today was confirmation of your divine health in me and I am very grateful. 

Thinking about the stages of relationships, the seasons of relationships tonight God. Thinking about the season I am in with my relationship with you. I remember the early days where everything was shiny and new and exciting. Then the years of hard work, getting to know you, learning to serve you. Those years took a lot of effort but they were really wonderful too. 

Now, we are in the more twilight years where I still learn new things about you now and then but I know you pretty well. Sometimes, a lot of times, when we spend time together, I don't feel the need to say anything and being together in the quiet is really ok. I have gotten to the place where I would rather be with you than anywhere without you. I don't feel the need to impress you anymore. You know, this might be the best season yet!

What God Said Tonight:

Waiting on the silence can be disturbing or can be peaceful. The difference comes in your faith that the silence will not last. 

If you know that when the time is right, the silence will end, the silent partner will speak, then silence is comfortable and even comforting. It is only when you fear that the silence will not end that the silence becomes the enemy, creating more fear and the deep desire to do anything to break the silence. 

Know that I will always break the silence, in the right season, in the right time. I will never withhold my love. I will never withhold me from you.