From the heart

2012- Its been great!


If we are faithless, he remains faithful— for he cannot deny himself. 
2 Timothy 2:13


Well, 2012 has come to an end and tonight I am just overwhelmed.  God has just been so good to us.  I feel like we have had an amazing year as a family and have experienced God's goodness at a whole new level.  And although that's great, I have realized that God is not the one who has changed in the last year its been us.  We have drawn closer to Him and therefore have been more aware of His goodness and faithfulness.  

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Jeremiah 29:11

I'm more excited today than yesterday to walk out God's plan for our lives.  He wants the best for us and there have been times that I've struggled to grab hold of that.  I've struggled to really believe God and not wait for some cruel punch line.  And I think at some point or another everyone has, but I just want to encourage those around me to reach out for His best, really expect that He is who He says He is and that He's going to do what He said!  


Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
3 John 1:2

This applies even to our children!  I'm expectant of great things for them.  I know that God has amazing plans for them and for our family.  So many people have teased us about 'how much fun it will be to have 6 teenagers'.  And I am believing for God's best!  I think it will be fun.  It makes me sad to think about my kids all grown, but I'm not dreading the teen years and trust me its not cause I think I'm a superstar parent, it's because my God is faithful!  

But I lavish unfailing love for a thousand generations on those who love me and obey my commands.
Exodus 20:6

Praise the Lord. Blessed is the man who fears the Lord, who finds great delight in his commands. His children will be might in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed.

Psalms 112:1-2

God's just taught me so much this year about seeing Him and serving Him in the midst of imperfection.  In the sense that everything does not have to be perfect for God to be moving.  His word promises that He is working all things out for me!  I don't have to get caught up on being the perfect mom, teacher, or wife, because He's faithful and is working all things together for my good.  

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28

I'm not setting any crazy resolution per se, but I am recommitting my best to God and will practice being enjoying every imperfection.  And I will keep my eyes on Him in the midst of the 'storms' of this life.  My hearts cry and goal is Psalms 45:17, I will make Your name to be remembered in all generations; Therefore the people shall praise You forever and ever.  I want how I live my life to make Him famous.  If we as parents can strive above all else to make His name great to our children we will influence this world in ways beyond we could imagine.  

Have a great New Year everyone!!!  Look for Him working in every situation, enjoy this coming year in ways you never have before =)