408 Days Saved - A Walk with Christ 

*Don't Drink the Kool Aid*

"And many false prophets will arise and lead many away." Matthew 24:11

So why am I such a Jesus freak? 

When I started this journey, now 408 days ago, I was on the bandwagon of trying to feed everyone what they wanted to hear. I call it the Oprah coma from too much Kool aid. God stopped me from this life of doom because it does no real good for our Lord. 

God wants us to share the truth. Truth lies within The Bible. I had planned to do this journey without The Bible but then God said, "Sweet child that's impossible! If you follow me you will follow my guide which is all right there written in that book under all that dust on your shelf!" 

I clued in real quick. Speaking truth means you will be persecuted and over the past year I have taken my beatings but I know that I now have eternal life. My key to heaven is not based upon the showers of praise of man (much like Hollywood chases) but upon the glory God gets when we share his words. 

There are absolutely many false prophets out there in this sugared up world! They will tell you of universal concepts such as all will make it to the kingdom eventually. According to biblical doctrine this is not so! False prophets will also tell you that you can get to heaven without Jesus but the word says Jesus is the only way to the kingdom of God. And there is only one God! Many many fallen angels but only one God! We must trust and accept his love and if we don't then we are not apart of the heavenly family and body of our Savior.

The Challenge: 

If this truth pisses you off then read the Bible or look into why Jesus is King.... You don't know until you read the truth which lies in the historical facts and pages within the Word of God. Don't knock it until you try it!

If your not sure if you walk with God then choose today as the day you mark as the day you are RE-BORN in him and become a follower of Christ the one true King. 

407 Days Saved - A Walk with Christ
*Fools Hate Wisdom*
"The wise shall inherit glory; but shame shall be the promotion of fools." Proverbs 3:35

I took time this afternoon to dive in and read the first three chapters of Proverbs. For me and what I want to share with the world is it's not about the quantity of what you read but the quality.
Sometimes the Holy Spirit will move us during one simple passage. Sometimes our soul craves more and so you keep reading. When I go to read the Bible I do not put criteria onto myself but rather let the Holy Spirit to guide my learning for the day.
Today Proverbs taught me that fools are those who despise seeking wisdom. Fools do not want to gain knowledge for the knowledge that God shares can dry up everything they believe they stand for. What one stands for can be lies the enemy has sewn into them, like branding his name with a burning iron onto their arm.

I used to be quite the party girl. I loved dancing in clubs, on bars, flirting, getting attention from men and laughing with my friends about how drunk we were. This was my life. This is the life of many. This is what our culture has made the norm but there is an emptiness that lies there. Truth is I was foolish.  I didn't want to read the Bible because I didn't want to change who I was. Gaining the wisdom of the lord means you must change.... right? So I ignorantly thought. Now I know the truth! Gaining wisdom from the Lord means you WANT to change! You want to seek the glory of Gods righteousness! The wise know shame comes in the morning to those who have been burnt and branded by the fallen angel of lies.
The Challenge:
Foolishness is a curse upon those who do not want to seek wisdom that the  Lord has mercifully given unto us. Be wise and seek his glory. Flee from foolishness as no fruit will ever bear there.

406 Days Saved - A Walk with Christ
*A Simple Life*
"Commit your work to the Lord and your plans will be established for you." Proverbs 16:3

The intensity of my walk has subsided which I knew it would. I miss my daily winks but I know my angels are still around.
I'm feeling at peace, more at home and more rested. I think it's been a great sigh of relief for me. My days consist of the simplest things. Mainly taking care of my children, editing copy after revised copy of my book, making food and simply day dreaming. I know my life will begin to move fast again but for now I am truly embracing my turtle like "shell time."
Some may look upon my life and think she must be bored but what I would say to them is I've done the roller coaster and now I welcome the bored. However with Christ one is never bored. Way too much to learn and share. It truly is a richer life.
The Challenge:
Open up the book of Proverbs.  This book will share teachings about marriage, parenting, friends and neighbors.  - You will see why one will never get bored with a Bible in their hands.

405 Days Saved - A Walk with Christ 

*Jesus in My Tree*

To everyone who is victorious I will give fruit from the tree of life in the paradise of God. Revelation 2:7

I saw Jesus in my tree 

There he was in the dark night looking over me 

Looking out my window, I just woke up from a dream 

I wondered is this what child-like faith could mean? 

It was not in a creepy or strange way 

Jesus was there and no one could take the gift away

I saw Jesus in my tree 

There he was in the dark night just for me 

He never said a single word 

I felt his praise sing over me just like a bird. 

This here is love and I am forever his precious ruby 

This is the child-like faith he speaks of so we will see 

Yes it is true I saw Jesus in my tree 

I believe he was there to watch closely over me 

404 Days Saved - A Walk with Christ 

*Saved Again*

"So teach us to number our days that we may gain a heart of wisdom." Palms 90:12

I do NOT want to admit this and embarrassed but I almost died today and my kids were in the car with me. I was downtown and felt stressed because I needed to go to the bathroom, I had a lot on my mind and my kids were screaming and tired of being stuck in the car. 

I went to turn left onto a oneway and didn't see the red blinking arrows till last minute. As I turned left a light rail (I never saw) was coming from both ways. I sped up and missed being sandwiched between the two light rails by like 3 seconds. 

So here's what I know. I am living my life everyday like it could be my last. I want to be happy with myself and proud of what I contribute to the world before I leave. I would have no regrets because I now walk with Christ but today God had his Angels hovering over us and he said, "Nope I am not done with you yet child!" 

The Challenge: 

Don't put off being proud of the way you live here on earth. Be proud of who you are and what you contribute to the world! Don't say, "ya ya I'll start that when I'm older."  Commit to the work now! Our days are numbered! If you were hit by a light rail or a bus tomorrow, would you stand before our lord happy and proud of what you did with your life here? 

403 Days Saved - A Walk with Christ
*Give Love - Receieve Love
"Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."
Luke 6:31

I always say if you want love you need to give love. As we go about our daily lives and manage the stresses that come we sometimes take all our frustrations out on the ones who we love the most. It's essential that we share love and kindness with them daily then we too will be rewarded with love back our way.

This is an example of the simple things we can do daily to let our loved ones know they are appreciated. This is a private text I sent my husband this morning.

"Hi babe, after a long 6 months of ups and down I'm finally feeling at peace. It was a tough summer with unexpected family challenges! It took a lot out of me but I will say I'm happy I had Jesus or not sure my heart could have taken all the beatings that came from outside sources. I'm sitting here about to read the Bible in my quiet and peaceful home while kids are at school. Since I've had time to be home and get caught up, as I walk around I am constantly thinking how much I love our home. It's truly beautiful. I feel like God gave me this as my peaceful oasis away from the world. Thank you for our beautiful house and family...  when I finally slow down and away from the world I cannot even believe the blessings that have been given to us! Love you! Have a great day! You do amazing things for people and our country everyday and I'm proud to call you my husband!"
The Challenge:
My hope in sharing my private love text is that you too will be inspired to encourage and uplift that special someone in your life today! You get what you give!

402 Days Saved - A Walk with Christ: 

*A Happy Homemaker*

Her children rise up and call her blessed. Her husband also and he praises her. Proverbs 31:28

Somehow I have finally accomplished it, I have learned to slow down. God asked me to slow down and it took me awhile to really embrace what slowing down in a modern society looks like. 

I have adopted a 1950's housewife approach since 1950's was known as the "Happy Homemaker" era. I know some of my friends will roll eyes and scoff but doing this has helped me slow down and I happily accept. I have stepped back from many obligations, I do not answer all calls that come through on my phone and I have lowered my expectations of what my social life looks like.

In doing these things I have found more time to keep up with my home, make meals, play with my children and you know what this alone is enough. I didn't think it was and the world told me its not enough but its truly enough for me for now! Im also finding time to do the things I love which include writing, drawing, praying and dancing. 

By adopting a 1950's mentality I have been able to be okay with stepping back from the modern world. I have found core peace in this slower paced life. A simple life is all I prayed for and here it finally is! 

The Challenge: 

We all need to make slowing down more of a priority. This is where healing begins. This is when we find the time to sit down, pray and realize there is so much more to life then phones, calendars, jobs, shopping, appointments, socializing and the list goes on. Remove some obligations in your life, reboot and feel more at peace in the very hectic world that we DO NOT have to embrace!