Found in Lori Wick's Book White Chocolate Moments p. 266

What does my soul cry out for more than the truth
What does my spirit thirst for more than holiness
I long for light from the Word, and sight from the Lord
I want to be like my Savior and God.

So work in me, and save my soul
Oh cleanse my heart, and make me whole
Oh make us one in righteousness
Pour out Your power and send Your grace.

That's my prayer tonight. I want to be filled to overflowing by God.

Winter Pics

The Laws of the Lighthouse

This is written by Max Lucado

The Laws of the Lighthouse contain more than good ideas, personal preferences, and honest opinions. They are God-given, time-tested truths that define the way you should navigate your life. Observe them and enjoy secure passage. Ignore them and crash against the ragged rocks of reality.Smart move. The wise captain shifts the direction of his craft according to the signal of the lighthouse. A wise person does the same.Herewith, then, are the lights I look for and the signals I heed:
-- Love God more than you fear hell.
-- Once a week, let a child take you on a walk.
-- Make major decisions in a cemetery.
-- When no one is watching, live as if someone is
-- Succeed at home first.
-- Don't spend tomorrow's money today.
-- Pray twice as much as you fret.
-- Listen twice as much as you speak.
-- Only harbor a grudge when God does.
-- Never outgrow your love of sunsets
-- Treat people like angels; you will meet some and help make some.
-- 'Tis wiser to err on the side of generosity than on the side of scrutiny.
-- God has forgiven you; you'd be wise to do the same.
-- When you can't trace God's hand, trust his heart.
-- Toot your own horn and the notes will be flat.
-- Don't feel guilty for God's goodness
-- The book of life is lived in chapters, so know your page number.
-- Never let the important be the victim of the trivial.
-- Live your liturgy.

To sum it all up:Approach life like a voyage on a schooner. Enjoy the view. Explore the vessel. Make friends with the captain. Fish a little. And then get off when you get home.

Why I'm Too Far To Give Up Now

God has been showing me that even during hard times that there are too many reasons to throw up our hands in despair. Here are a few reasons, I came up with.

1. He's helping me to learn to trust Him
   
2. He's kept me from a lot of things so far in my life
   
3. Even when it seems that He's not there during the battle, as I look back He has been there all along.
   
4. People is looking at my life. Do they see a difference?
   
5. I have a peace that the world cannot give.
   
6. He has taught me to stand up for what I believe in.
   
7. He is the only way to make it to Heaven.