Just Me

I've got a couple of blogs in the works, but tonight I just feel like being me a for a little bit. (Hence the Just Me title of the blog).

There is a sweet family going through something tonight that no one should have to. Yes it's a part of life, but once you walk down that journey it's one you would never wish on anyone else. Life is short. Reminders of that are everywhere. Anytime a life is taken too soon(and in the last four years anytime one is taken by a wreck), I tend to get nostalgic.

Don't let the mess of today keep you from seeing the message of tomorrow. Confidence is not in knowing you can do anything, but that He can do everything through you. I've been on a journey and I hit a turning point a couple of weeks ago. To put a picture with the words I quit circling the mountain and started to climb over it. That's a blog in the works for another day though, but I firmly believe the best is still to come and that God is just getting started.

God's peace is worth more than anyone's approval. You have to get up and over the mountain in order to step into the promise land(the promise, the dream) God has placed within you. He didn't plan the seed not to bring it to harvest, He's just been waiting on the right time. (and for you to start walking where He said to step). More on that later :-) He's still writing.....


Take some time to notice those He has placed in your life. They are all there for a reason and to make you into who He has called you to be. In some way He can use them all to make you a better you, if you let Him. Stay focused on Him knowing that He knows your heart, He designed you that way, and He loves you more than you could ever imagine. Let go of the things that are temporary and stay focused on what will really matters. If you are caught up in a feelings moment and not sure what's what on those two, take a breath and ask Him. He'll show you what He's focused on and that should be where you are as well. So many times we focus on the pebble in the road when God has more ahead of us. One more thought on that, Ask God for discernment about those who are supposed to be on your journey. Distractions can come in all shapes, sizes, and appearances. They are different for everyone, so ask Him to show you the ones in your life so you can quit focusing on them.

Don't let what the enemy is doing around you affect what God is doing in you. Take it from someone who almost let some of the mess he was throwing my way defeat me. I'm thankful God got a hold of me that night and spoke into my life words that only He could. Don't let the mess of your day defeat you. You were made for more than that because your Father is the King of Kings. He has a plan and a purpose for your life. There are things that you can do that no one else can. He gave you the heart He did for a reason. Use it for Him.

Praying for a sweet family tonight and asking God to just pick them up and carry them as only He can during this unexpected journey. Praying for safety tomorrow as the severe weather approaches. Be prepared, but remember you know the One who can speak peace to the storms with just one word.

Staying focused on the journey,
~Melissa