As I spent the day packing (then unpacking, then packing again and then unpacking, and then, finally fitting everything in my backpack just right, packing) I was encouraged by the words of a few Psalms...
Psalm 150~ Praise the LORD. Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens. Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness. Praise him with the sounding trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre, praise him with tambourine and dancing, praise him with the strings and flute, praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals. Let everything that has breath praise the LORD. Praise the LORD.
Psalm 62:5-8~ Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken. My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge. Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.
I was thinking today about this wonderful opportunity God has blessed me with, to spend six weeks speaking of the love of Jesus to young kids. And then I thought, "Lord, I have not thanked You near enough! Oh Lord, thank You!" I love Psalm 150 and the reminder that our sole purpose and life song should be a praise to our King! It is also a reminder for this summer, that I would praise God in all things, at all times...that I would be able to dance with joy and just praise Him! Psalm 62 is a comfort as well as an encouragement...I find rest and a peace for this summer in the second sentence, "He is my fortress, I will not be shaken..." and also the ending, "Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge." During times when I'm frustrated, missing home, or saddened by situations, I can pour out my heart to God and rest easy knowing that I will not be shaken because God is my stronghold. He has blessed me in allowing me to be in Norway and Latvia this summer and I have a peace, for He will hold my hand every step of the way! So...I'm ready!
Psalm 150~ Praise the LORD. Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens. Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness. Praise him with the sounding trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre, praise him with tambourine and dancing, praise him with the strings and flute, praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals. Let everything that has breath praise the LORD. Praise the LORD.
Psalm 62:5-8~ Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken. My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge. Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.
I was thinking today about this wonderful opportunity God has blessed me with, to spend six weeks speaking of the love of Jesus to young kids. And then I thought, "Lord, I have not thanked You near enough! Oh Lord, thank You!" I love Psalm 150 and the reminder that our sole purpose and life song should be a praise to our King! It is also a reminder for this summer, that I would praise God in all things, at all times...that I would be able to dance with joy and just praise Him! Psalm 62 is a comfort as well as an encouragement...I find rest and a peace for this summer in the second sentence, "He is my fortress, I will not be shaken..." and also the ending, "Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge." During times when I'm frustrated, missing home, or saddened by situations, I can pour out my heart to God and rest easy knowing that I will not be shaken because God is my stronghold. He has blessed me in allowing me to be in Norway and Latvia this summer and I have a peace, for He will hold my hand every step of the way! So...I'm ready!
Norway and Latvia...here I come!
5 comments:
Hey dear one!
Grampa and I are so excited for you! You are in our prayers for safekeeping and growing in God as you step out into this great adventure. Your blogsite is beautiful and we can't wait to hear more! We love you!
Gramma and Grampa
Sarah!
I'm getting more and more excited for you. Guess what, Japan is wonderful ... I'm loving it! I'm praying that the God of Peace would be speaking to your heart as you prepare. I love you friend!
Dear Sarah :-)
We are so thankful to hear that the Lord helped you to resolve the complication you had while traveling, and that you are now in Skjolden with your team. Praise be to God, our Father in Heaven who knows ALL things!
REMEMBER - "Do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go."
Joshua 1:9
In His Love, Mom and Dad
Yo Sarah!
The whole family is so excited for you. What you're doing is so cool! I can't think of a better way for you to serve God. Your enthusiasm and love for people will do wonders for you on this trip. You are such an encouragement to me! We all love you, God bless. Cami P.
Hey dear one--
You're in our prayers daily--mom and dad have been sharing info with us and we can't wait to hear more about your incredible adventure and all God is working in you and for you! We love you!
Gramma and Grampa
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