My most recent post was about being pursued by God- Love Himself. Since opening my heart up to the King of my heart and the Lover of my soul, I have been wooed and experienced love like never before.
I am Jesus' Beloved- His bride, and He is my Beloved. In every season I feel my heart coming more alive- even in difficult seasons. But the beauty of this season is that Jesus is completely wooing my heart and I am experiencing depths of His heart and love like never before, and I know my love for Him will only deepen. I stopped wearing my purity ring a while back but in a moment of complete transparency, God my Father lifted my shame completely and set me free. He told me to wear my purity ring once again and I haven't taken it off because it serves as a constant reminder of God's grace, but more so the fact that He loves me with a passionate and immeasurable love. He is ALWAYS going to love me and He is always going to love YOU!
When you love someone, often times you'll do what they ask you to do. About 1.5 years ago I said yes to God to learn to play the piano. It honestly took me at least two years to say yes. God kept me asking me, and continuously I said no. Eventually, I literally reached a point where I could be listening to a full band and ONLY hear the piano. I couldn't avoid the nudge of God any longer. I am SO thankful I said yes.
This last month I have literally been hearing guitars being strummed at some point during the day EVERYDAY- even though no one was playing the guitar! I knew in my heart that the Lord was asking me to learn to play the guitar. It took me far too long to say yes to God when He asked me to play the piano, and I just knew I couldn't wait so long with the guitar. Today I literally asked a friend to teach me guitar, and he and a few housemates proceeded to teach me the G chord and C chord, and just gave incredible pointers. I can play my first song now: "Take a Moment" by United Pusuit. It only has two chords. :)
But I have to mention that less than two weeks ago, a friend randomly placed a beautiful blue guitar pick in my hand. I didn't think much of it, but realized tonight that it was totally from the Lord. I feel so strongly that me learning guitar is of the Lord, especially for the reason of being able to travel and serve, and still lead worship. It's a bit harder to travel with a piano than with a guitar.
My fingers definitely hurt from the guitar but I'm beyond willing to endure the pain and step into this desire of the Lord for me. I am LOVING the process of learning such a beautiful instrument!!!
Whatever you feel the Lord is asking of you, do not be afraid to submit and obey. God knows what you need and He works ALL things out for your good. God can be trusted! Trust His sovereignty and His timing, and rest so securely in His love. God's love and passion for you cannot be quenched. Saying yes to God is constantly the best decision of my life. So stop waiting and actively go for it. God will meet you and you will truly learn to live and thrive.
I am Jesus' Beloved- His bride, and He is my Beloved. In every season I feel my heart coming more alive- even in difficult seasons. But the beauty of this season is that Jesus is completely wooing my heart and I am experiencing depths of His heart and love like never before, and I know my love for Him will only deepen. I stopped wearing my purity ring a while back but in a moment of complete transparency, God my Father lifted my shame completely and set me free. He told me to wear my purity ring once again and I haven't taken it off because it serves as a constant reminder of God's grace, but more so the fact that He loves me with a passionate and immeasurable love. He is ALWAYS going to love me and He is always going to love YOU!
When you love someone, often times you'll do what they ask you to do. About 1.5 years ago I said yes to God to learn to play the piano. It honestly took me at least two years to say yes. God kept me asking me, and continuously I said no. Eventually, I literally reached a point where I could be listening to a full band and ONLY hear the piano. I couldn't avoid the nudge of God any longer. I am SO thankful I said yes.
This last month I have literally been hearing guitars being strummed at some point during the day EVERYDAY- even though no one was playing the guitar! I knew in my heart that the Lord was asking me to learn to play the guitar. It took me far too long to say yes to God when He asked me to play the piano, and I just knew I couldn't wait so long with the guitar. Today I literally asked a friend to teach me guitar, and he and a few housemates proceeded to teach me the G chord and C chord, and just gave incredible pointers. I can play my first song now: "Take a Moment" by United Pusuit. It only has two chords. :)
But I have to mention that less than two weeks ago, a friend randomly placed a beautiful blue guitar pick in my hand. I didn't think much of it, but realized tonight that it was totally from the Lord. I feel so strongly that me learning guitar is of the Lord, especially for the reason of being able to travel and serve, and still lead worship. It's a bit harder to travel with a piano than with a guitar.
My fingers definitely hurt from the guitar but I'm beyond willing to endure the pain and step into this desire of the Lord for me. I am LOVING the process of learning such a beautiful instrument!!!
Whatever you feel the Lord is asking of you, do not be afraid to submit and obey. God knows what you need and He works ALL things out for your good. God can be trusted! Trust His sovereignty and His timing, and rest so securely in His love. God's love and passion for you cannot be quenched. Saying yes to God is constantly the best decision of my life. So stop waiting and actively go for it. God will meet you and you will truly learn to live and thrive.