I just had a real rough week or so...long story id rather not get into but was in jail from july 5th until i got bonded out today... the first few days was agonizing.
But, then i decided to ask for a bible. Im about 500 pages in, with a promise to him that im going to finish it. Found many parts that told me what I needed to hear already, and ive made some vows to God that I fully intend to keep. Among them being I am going to get baptized and find a church family.
I was already ready to welcome God into my life, but wasnt fully committed. I am now. But, coming here every day and seeing all the love for him was a huge impact on me already starting to come to that decision before the events that happened led me to where I am now.
Youve got a good friend, so does he. Two ropes are stronger than one.
Good is good .
This got me thru a horrible job; recited every day in the parking lot before work...
"Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Romans 12:12 ESV https://bible.com/bible/59/rom.12.12.ESV
Found this after a huge miracle in my life by God's hand in April:
"I waited patiently for the Lord; he inclined to me and heard my cry.
He drew me up from the pit of destruction, out of the miry bog, and set my feet upon a rock, making my steps secure.
He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God.
Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the Lord.
Psalm 40:1-3 ESV https://bible.com/bible/59/psa.40.1-3.ESV
Took a few hellish decades, but He's timing is the correct timing. Perseverance is key. Eyes ahead. Love you, friend
Eyes heavy. Will.end night by including you in my praise and prayer.
Funny you chose that to quote, because my main passion has always been making music, but more often than not... I wasn't using that gift as a form of praise/worship by any means. I wasnt really seeing any results from those efforts...so, once I find a church family I have a feeling my love for music will be a part of that.