Turning Around For Me

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The YET is HERE

God does answer prayers...this post is in response to For Yet and Still On Yet

In the above blog entries, I held faith that God would answer certain prayers that I had committed to Him. Back then, in 2011, these were desires that I had hoped for and was certain that in God's timing, these would come to pass...

2 years later, the YET is HERE and as promised LORD, here I am to praise you...

Am getting married in 3 weeks time to Tim. Tim came to me in an unconventional manner as blogged here 3rd paragraph in this post ; He is in every way what I needed and prayed for...in him, my weaknesses have been mirrored and am thankful for the lessons we have learned as we have walked towards our wedding and marriage. Thank you Lord for the peace you have given me in evaluating Tim and your counsel when in fear. Thank you for the friends you have brought together to support us in planning our wedding. Thank you for Tim's family who have lovingly embraced me as their own. Thank you for all the prayers going out to you for the success of our marriage. Thank you for assuring me that you are with us to the very end. Thank you for the struggles in becoming one for I know your grace is sufficient to see us through. Thank you that I will sing of your faithfulness till you call us home.

Peace - thank you Lord for your peace in the last 4 months. A peace that has shielded my heart like foil keeps food warm and hygienic. I have not had a reason to worry over any of my needs as I left employment, you have provided all my needs and even wants...most importantly, you have guarded my soul against the enemy of fear, worry and doubt and I praise you for everything. May your peace continue to guard and keep my soul in you even as I await your blessings.

THANK YOU LORD, YOU BEFIT PRAISE BOTH NOW AND FOREVER

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Hearts Courageous

By Smith Family Singers. 

Give us ears to hear that still, small voice
And give us lips forever willing to rejoice
And may our eyes be lit with wisdom,
May we know the path that's true,
And we'll march with hearts courageous after You.

Chorus:

We're marching on with hearts courageous;
We'll follow anywhere You want us to,
And should you lead us where the battle rages
We will march with hearts courageous after You. 

And when sorrow dims the light along the way
Help us to see each time of darkness through eyes of faith.
A time for hope, a time for courage
Knowing You will lead us through,
And we'll march with hearts courageous after You.

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God of Wonders!

God's Word to me for 2013; Psalms 92 : 10 - You have made me as strong as a wild ox, you have blessed me with happiness.

 I believe and trust God - like Isaac, I will sow in famine and harvest 100 times (Genesis 26:12) and like God said to Gideon (Judges 6:16),  I will only be able to do so, because God will help me.

I have no fear this year, I have the acute knowledge and peace that God is with me and is ushering me into a new level in my walk with me. I have not traveled this road before....I am not afraid - His rod and staff guide me. My steps are ordered by God through the righteousness bought for me by Christ when He died for my sins and made me right with God.

Yesterday, I took a bold step of faith, I walked away from a very stressful job with the blessing of God. I am very excited at what the future holds for me, for God has planned out my life saying He knows the plans He has for me....plans for a future and a hope...small wonder, He choose to bless me with strength and happiness. The walk of faith has its adrenalin moments and am really excited to see how this plays out - Lord glorify yourself and show yourself strong on my behalf that those who hear what you have done for me can lift their voices in praise and their faith be strengthen in you - THE GOD WHO WORKS WONDERS ON BEHALF OF HIS CHILDREN.

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Jesus at the Centre of 2013

Jesus at the Centre of It All
Jesus at the Centre of It All 
From Beginning to the End,
It will always be, its always been..You
Jesus, Jesus.
(Song by Israel Houghton)

The above words are my prayer for 2013. That Jesus would be at the centre of my life - my relations, my words, my thoughts, my deeds, my all. 

2012 - I am very grateful to God for His goodness to me this year. I count my blessings; salvation, providence, protection, family, love, promotion, friends, laughter, sleep, beauty, favor and many more....its impossible to say it all. I bow in humility, Lord.

I am grateful Lord, for teaching me how to trust you while in a bubble. I was scared at the beginning, but through the year, I have come to learn your deep love and care for me and I lay before you in adoration.

Thank you Lord, also for answering my prayer for my husband. Tim is your doing and he is marvelous in my sight. Thank you, Father. Your love is overwhelming.

For my workplace - I have learnt you are the God who strengthens me and gives me the ability to persevere. Its been tough, but you have been my help. Thank you for everything. I commit 2013 to you as far as my workplace is concerned, would it please you to grant me a new job....and while it comes...grace to remain steadfast at my current - above all, may your will be done. Help me deal with the bile in my heart in regard to office matters.

Jesus be the centre of my life
Jesus be the centre of my life
From January to December 2013
It will always be...let it always be you,
Jesus, Jesus.

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Storm Lesson....

Its the time of the year when we do appraisals at my work place.....and mine did not go too well....

See, I have worked really hard this year...put in a lot of overtime and have had really tight deadlines.....my boss has a vexatious spirit about her...that troubles my soul.....troubles me so much that when asked whether I'd like to return to my former department.....I said....*Yes*.....and that did not sit well with her.....and she is now threatening me with the sack....

Life is often filled with such moments....storms that brew suddenly....and we find ourselves caught in the eye....anxious thoughts and fear are normal responses....when these come....I turn to God....and pray and ask Him to open my eyes.....

In this storm..I have learnt the following;

• Truth is not always appreciated and not always known. I spoke out and in the process discovered that my boss did not fully understand my workload...which she acknowledged...nevertheless, when I opted out....the winds stirred!
• Listen to God. Knowing my appraisal would be "intense"...I insisted on another boss being present. To safeguard against bias. He saw my predicament and gave me the "opt out option"...an option I didn't know existed....but when presented, I knew God had availed a way out for me and I took it. My former dept is now in the process of presenting me with a new offer and I am glad and hopeful it will surpass my present.
• Trust God. My appraisal did not catch God by surprise. I had prayed before it and trusted God for His will to be done. When the storm came - I prayed thus..." I am in trouble, God - listen to my prayer! I am afraid of my enemies (the sack) - save my life!"....and God answered me..."Do not be afraid!". So it is right for me to praise God because He answers prayers. He answers by giving us victory and does wonderful things to save us. People all over the world and across distant seas....TRUST IN GOD.

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Good God

I am like an olive tree growing in the house of God; I trust in His constant love forever and ever. I will always thank you, God, for what you have done; in the presence of your people I will proclaim that you are good. Psalms 52 : 8 & 9

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