Don't You Know Who You Are?

I would just like to share these lyrics of "You Are More" by Tenth Avenue North.

They are beautiful and so true. So just read them and know that God is telling you that YOU ARE MORE! You will never be too far away from God or too far gone into the traps of this sinful world. He loves you no matter what. God knows you are more than your past. You are His treasure.

There's a girl in the corner

With tear stains on her eyes

From the places she's wandered

And the shame she can't hide

She says, "How did I get here?

I'm not who I once was.

And I'm crippled by the fear

That I've fallen too far to love"

But don't you know who you are,

What's been done for you?

Yeah don't you know who you are?

You are more than the choices that you've made,

You are more than the sum of your past mistakes,

You are more than the problems you create,

You've been remade.

Well she tries to believe it

That she's been given new life

But she can't shake the feeling

That it's not true tonight

She knows all the answers

And she's rehearsed all the lines

And so she'll try to do better

But then she's too weak to try

But don't you know who you are?

You are more than the choices that you've made,

You are more than the sum of your past mistakes,

You are more than the problems you create,

You've been remade.

You are more than the choices that you've made,

You are more than the sum of your past mistakes,

You are more than the problems you create,

You've been remade.

'Cause this is not about what you've done,

But what's been done for you.

This is not about where you've been,

But where your brokenness brings you to

This is not about what you feel,

But what He felt to forgive you,

And what He felt to make you loved.

You are more than the choices that you've made,

You are more than the sum of your past mistakes,

You are more than the problems you create,

You've been remade.

You are more than the choices that you've made,

You are more than the sum of your past mistakes,

You are more than the problems you create,

You've been remade.

You've been remade

You've been remade.

You've been remade.

You've been remade.

Follow God, Every Little Thing Will Be Alright.

Where shall I begin? I will start by saying that everyday I become more amazed by how blessed I am with truly amazing family and friends. God was really looking out for me when he chose to give me the life that I have. Sometimes the questions, "Why am I here? What is the purpose of my life here on earth?", go through my head. They actually frequent my thoughts. I know that I am here for a higher purpose. That purpose is to live my life as close to Jesus Christ's life as well as I can. And to teach people about God's amazing grace. I am human, so by no means am I a perfect person. I try to live a Christian life, but I fail at being Christ like often. Then I immediately feel like I've let God down and that He has to be mad at me. That I've used up the last of my second chances. Then God lets me know that I am so very wrong when I think these thoughts. God is never mad at me. He loves me and is waiting for me to move over to ride shotgun while he takes over the drivers seat. It's hard sometimes to realize that reality. But when you do face that truth, life becomes so easy. Just hand over your problems to Him. It's sounds too good to be true. Too simple, because we make our lives so difficult and full of drama. We need to simplify our lives and focus on why we are here. We are here by God's saving grace and no other reason. Keep this in the forefront of your mind and stay strong in faith. Embrace God's love and know that the Holy Spirit dwells in you. I pray that everyone accepts God's love and that you know that He loves you even if you're not willing to accept it or believe it. I pray that you let Him drench you in His love each and every single day and that you may be peaceful and content in His presence. I pray that everyone will experience His presence and have enough faith to allow it to consume them. It breaks my heart that some people will not open their hearts and have enough faith to experience it. Once you do, you will never be the same. For there is nothing else like standing in God's presence and feeling the love of God. He will take away your sorrows, worries, grieves, temptations, and any problem that you may have. It's simple. All you have to do is ask and believe. He wants to heal you, so let Him. And remember when you feel alone and have no one else to turn to, He is always there. Call on Him. I have many times and every time I call out His name, His everlasting love and peace falls out on me. I love you and God loves you even more.

You may think that it's complicated or hard to talk to God. This verse tells you very simply that it is definitely not hard at all.

In Him and through Him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.

Ephesians 3:12

Oh magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together.

Psalms 34:3

For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways, they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.

Psalms 91:11-12

He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.

Psalms 91:4

But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon Him, and by His wounds we are healed.

Isaiah 53:5

The End To A Great Day.

I've had a great day. Even though it rained and it was cold.
I'm so blessed to have an amazing family and awesome friends.
Tomorrow is my first day of school here in Hawaii. I'm a little nervous but mostly excited. I'm so ready to graduate and finally have a degree. Not too much longer now.
So I guess Kiki and I are going to bed so we can get some sleep for my day tomorrow.
So sweet dreams world. I pray that everyone has a beautiful day tomorrow.
XOXOXOX

Friends are kisses blown to us by angels.

I'm very blessed to have such great friends in my life. The best two being my wonderful mother and best friend Kelsey Mae. I can always count on them for anything. It makes my heart happy.

My mom of course is my best friend. I don't know what I would ever do without her. She is my role model and I truly hope to become half the woman she is. She is amazingly beautiful and sweet. She is so strong and stands up for what and who she believes in. I know when the world hates me, she will be the one person there on my side. I love you mommy dearest.

Kelsey being my oldest best friend. We met when I was in the 7th grade and her in the 8th. Ever since then we've been soul friends. Our friendship has survived several school changes, relocating, and months of not talking. When we do get back in touch though it's like we haven't missed one day of not seeing each other. She is one of the most beautiful people I know. On the outside and on the inside, which makes her that much more pretty. Even though we're an ocean apart right now, I still feel the closest to her. I know without a doubt that she will always be there for me and I for her. She has never ever judged me or said one single negative word about me or towards me. I am very blessed to have her in my life. Not everyone gets to have a friendship like ours. I'll cherish it until my very last day. So thank you my dear best friend. I love you dearly and wish every single dream of your's comes true.

New Year

Sooo it is now the year of 2011. It seems so crazy to say that. Where has all of the time gone? Really? I guess its true that time does go by faster when you get older. I remember the days of jumping on the trampoline for six hours straight. Oh how I miss those days. It was the simple life. Actually my life is still pretty simple. If I just let myself realize that fact throughout the day my life would be even more simple. I guess I just really like being difficult. (Not really.) So I've decided not to have any New Year resolutions this year. I don't want to let myself down. If I did have one though...it would be the same as Patti Labell's: to stay away from people. I love her for having said that. People just tend to drag you down. I've been working on liking people more though. They just make it so hard for me sometimes. If everyone was more like me and thought the same way I did, I'm pretty sure the world would be a better place. And a cleaner one at that. I wonder what all I'll go through and do this year...I'm so excited to find out. I have a feeling that it's going to be a good year. And not one of those deceitful feelings I get when I meet a new guy and think he's "the one".
Oh and here are some quotes to maybe help myself to make this year the best ever:
If you expect to be let down by people you love, you always will be.
-Dr. Laura Berman

I won't use blame to escape taking control of my life or my relationships.
-Dr. Laura Berman

There is no room for divided loyalty in relationships.
-Dr. Phil

A scripture for when I feel alone and feeling sorry for myself. It always makes me feel better.
The Lord is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
Psalm 34:18

One that lets me know that He is protecting me.
A father to the fatherless, a defender of the widows, is God in His holy dwelling.
Psalm 68:5

When I'm at my breaking point I read this and smile because I know much more beautiful days are to come.
I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.
Romans 8:18

When I'm feeling blessed and don't know how to pay it forward.
Praise be to the God Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. For just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows.
2 Corinthians 1:3-5

A verse that reminds me to be strong.
For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self discipline.
2 Timothy 1:7

And one to read when I feel unsure about my future.
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all of your heart.
Jeremiah 29:11-13

I love that I can find a verse somewhere in the Bible for anything I go through. It really covers all the bases. It's pretty sweet. I recommend that everyone in the whole entire world reads Max Lucado's book, "Come Thirsty". I didn't really want to read it at first but I'm so very glad that I did. It really gives good information and very inspiring. Not to sound like an old person or anything but I really do feel blessed after reading it. So I hope everyone reads it. You'll be thankful that you did.

Time Tested Beauty Tips

Time Tested Beauty Tips

For attractive lips,
speak words of kindness.

For lovely eyes,
seek out the good in people.

For a slim figure,
share your food with the hungry.

For beautiful hair,
let a child run his fingers through it once a day.

For poise,
walk with the knowledge you'll never walk alone...

People, even more than things,
have to be restored, renewed, revived,
reclaimed and redeemed and redeemed ...

Never throw out anybody. Remember, if you ever need a
helping hand, you'll find one at the end of your arm.

As you grow older you will discover that you have two hands.
One for helping yourself, the other for helping others.

The beauty of a woman
is not in the clothes she wears,

The figure that she carries,
or the way she combs her hair.

The beauty of a woman
must be seen from in her eyes,
because that is the doorway to her heart,
the place where love resides.

The beauty of a woman
is not in a facial mole,
but true beauty in a woman
is reflected in her soul.

It is the caring that she lovingly gives,
the passion that she shows,
And the beauty of a woman
with passing years-only grows!


-Sam Levenson

This was one of Audrey Hepburn's favorite poems written by Sam Levenson. I can see why she loved it so much. It has a wonderful meaning and is written beautifully. It is now my favorite poem too. :)

Heart of Worship

When the music fades

All is stripped away

And I simply come

Longing just to bring

Something that's of worth

That will bless Your heart

I'll bring You more than a song

For a song in itself

Is not what You have required

You search much deeper within

Through the way things appear

You're looking into my heart

I'm coming back to the heart of worship

And it's all about You,

It's all about You, Jesus

I'm sorry, Lord, for the thing I've made it

When it's all about You,

It's all about You, Jesus

King of endless worth

No one could express

How much You deserve

Though I'm weak and poor

All I have is Yours

Every single breath

I'll bring You more than a song

For a song in itself

Is not what You have required

You search much deeper within

Through the way things appear

You're looking into my heart

I'm coming back to the heart of worship

And it's all about You,

It's all about You, Jesus

I'm sorry, Lord, for the thing I've made it

And it's all about You,

It's all about You, Jesus

I'm coming back to the heart of worship,

And it's all about You,

It's all about You, Jesus

I'm sorry, Lord, for the thing I've made it

When it's all about You,

It's all about You, Jesus

I was listening to this song just as I was finishing up with my last blog. And as it always does, it squeezed my heart strings and my eyes were stung by the tears behind them. It's such a beautiful song. And so so true to the way I feel so often. I do back-slide, then I do come back to the heart of worship. I need to grow up and stay there though. I'm working on it. It's just a little challenging sometimes.

So I just thought I would share these beautiful lyrics. Truly one of my favorite songs.