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concluding the “charting your course” series next post
Romans 8:28
” 28And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
F.A.I.T.H.
Full Assurance In The Heart.
I woke yesterday morning excited to see Nick Vujicic and knowing that a lot of friends would be coming to service. Then before you knew it, I was hit with all these thoughts that told me “don’t you wish you could go back to your old life?” and “is what you’re going through, busy life really worth it?” I knew that wasn’t from God and I just couldn’t seem to pray it out of me.
So I picked my friend Amanda up and headed to service where the gang was waiting for us to go in. Nick’s story was truly inspirational (but i’ll save that for another post) and during the end of his message, he asked those who wanted to recommit their lives to God to be bold and stand up.
I was praying silently and looked up to see all my friends standing. I was like “whoa!” As I layed hands upon them, I began to feel this warm sensation over my body. I shivered a little, stopped praying and swear to Jesus heard God say to me “is it worth it now?” I could sense the entire room tearing and in that moment, as strong as I am to control tearing, teared up in total surrender.
It’s true. I look at what makes me happy now. It’s no longer shopping, going out partying, clubbing, but watching the ones I love grow in Christ. I love watching you grow and there is nothing that can compare to it.
I also received a word from Nick after service. I told him about the blog I write and the people I’m trying to direct, my constant battle against the enemy and the thoughts I had when i woke up.
He responded with this. I’m glad you’re here. I saw you in the crowd and was hoping to talk to you. I see a lot of myself in you. I see the fire, determination to help others. You don’t need to go on a mission field to stretch yourself, continue to do it here. When you are getting attacked, do not fear because there is no fear in God. Jesus loves you and I want to share this verse with you.
Philippians 1:6
” being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
God has a plan not just for me, but for all of us, we just need to listen.
Jesus Loves You
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this is how we prepare His works until the day of His return
He is always here and will not let us fall to the devil
holy smokes josh. i love it. that is awesome i wish i could’ve spoken to him! hooray fresh annointing though in our small group!
it really made me feel motivated..like that one that says the grasp on to what God has in store for us..
but yes, it was pure awesomeness..
janel didnt get to hug him, but she ran him down on his way to his car..
lucky her
Hey Josh!! Praise God for His everlasting faithfulness and love!! I’m so glad that He has opened your eyes anew to what He has in store for you!! That is one of my favorite things to do-see the ones I love grow in Christ!! Especially when you see how far they’ve come, from where they started to where God has put them and to where He will take them!! Praise God for you man!! May He bless you as you put yourself out to be an instrument of God to touch the lives of people in need!!!!!!!