I love how the Lord uses difficult situations to draw us closer to himself. These situations have allowed me to gain a different perspective about life. We have been blessed beyond measure, and I am so thankful for what the Lord has done for me, and what he is doing in my life. Today is Valentine's day and I can't help but think of my #1 love. Sounds corny, I know. But seriously, God loves me when I don't love him. God loves me when I'm unlovable. God loves me enough to sacrifice His own son for my sinful self. God loves me! What I love so much, is that I have found everything I'll ever need in Christ alone, so when trials come, I can rest in that truth.
Since I've moved back to Birmingham, I have run into many people from my past. That brings back lots of memories for me. Satan just loves that! I am thankful that there is no shame or guilt in Christ! I can lay my past down at the feet of Jesus, and I am free!
The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. John 10:10
Psalm 97:11-12 - "Light is shed upon the righteous and joy on the upright in heart. Rejoice in the LORD, you who are righteous, and praise his holy name."
Isaiah 55:12 - "You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands."
"So I commend the enjoyment of life, because nothing is better for a man under the sun than to eat and drink and be glad. Then joy will accompany him in his work all the days of the life God has given him under the sun." Ecclesiastes 8:15 NIV
Philippians 4:19And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.
Romans 8:37-39No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us.
My husband and friend is my second love.
I love my husband because...
1. He makes the coffee pot every night.
I just have to say...knowing how to make my coffee is like a love language! He makes the coffee pot each night, and it's always perfect. On Sunday mornings, he even makes me a cup and brings it to me in bed. Of course, he makes just right, lots of hazelnut creamer with just a pinch of sugar.
2. He works very hard for our family.
When we first were married he was the Mechanical Engineer for The University of Southern Mississippi. We also had a lawn care business on the side. I loved to ride along with him in the evenings. I would also take our dog, Marlee, with us. Now that he is in the corporate world, he has many pressures at work. I am so thankful that he is able to leave those stresses at work.
3. He loves me.
Lance knows my yuckiness and loves me anyway. Even when I let the trash can stink, or let a dishcloth sour in the sink, or put too many onions in our dinner, or leave my doors unlock on my car, ..... He loves me unconditionally.
4. He hates to tell me 'no'.
He loves to buy things for me...actually he loves it a bit too much. I have to be careful with what I say, because if I say I like it or want it, then he feels like he has to buy it. He loves to shower me with gifts!
5. He has integrity.
No matter the circumstances. He leads our family in the way of integrity. Even if the consequences will not be what we want. He never makes excuses for sinful behavior. He calls things what they are. I love him for that. We we first were dating, this very thing helped him lead me to the Lord.
6. He loves to sing.
I am not musically inclined, even a little bit, but I love to sing. I especially love to sing to the Lord. We spend a lot of time in the car, and I just love our "concerts". We will play it loud and sing "our parts"!