Some Thoughts.

"God doesn't give you the people you want, he gives you the people you need. To help you, to hurt you, to leave you, to love you, and to make you the person you were meant to be."

This quote really stuck out to me today.

How is it that one person can have such an impact on a life? It's weird, or maybe just so complex I don't understand it, that God orchestrates our lives in such a way that virtually everyone we meet is intended to play some sort of role in our lives. And in turn we play a role in theirs. I know for a fact that I have impacted, hopefully positively, the lives of a couple of my friends. I thank God for those opportunities. I love when God uses me to touch other people's lives.

BUT, I have a good friend that, for a bit while we were close, he was getting back to his walk with Christ. I was constantly asking him about church and encouraging him to get back into his relationship with God. But now that we are not as close anymore, he has slipped back to the way he was before he met me. I'm struggling with keeping my mouth shut about it, but today God really spoke to me and reminded me "You planted the seed."

He knows deep down where his heart should be. Through me, a seed was sown into his heart, and hopefully it will be enough to bring him back. I did what I could. God is more than big enough to do the rest. I'm so burdened for him right now. Prayers for my random friend are appreciated :)

Changing topics.
A while back a good friend of mine said to me "I don't give you second chances, I simply love you to the point that you'll never need a second chance with me. You'll always be on your first chance".
And if that isn't a picture of how God's love for us works, then i don't know what is. I've heard the verse about God's mercies being new every morning, but do you realize just how amazing that is? What kind of love gives you a blank slate every single day? God's compassion towards his kids (aka YOU AND ME) is outstanding. I'm so so thankful today for that kind of love.



AND since I love lists oh so much...
1. I got to take pictures last night and it felt good :)
2. I broke out the Nicholas Sparks books again the other day, and I forgot how much I LOVE to read.
3. Friends is the funniest best show there is.
4. I didn't know turkeys could fly. That adds a new level of terror to my life.
5. I have an interview in Lexington Kentucky. God-your will and not mine PLEASEEE
6. Friends are the greatest gift God can give you.
7. I need a break from school like now. Before I explode...or catch this bug wiping out my friends at school.
8. I love Jesus.
9. Today has been such a good day, which is surprising since it isn't even sunny outside.
10. I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO happy that fall is here. I will be buying a pumpkin and carving it soon so expect pictures.



I don't understand why but I am in love with this picture.

Peaceee out!
"My God is strong and mighty, my God is able. My hope is in the One, for He is able"