hmm...I've been feeling particularly negative lately, so I think the purpose of this blog will be to kick that attitude and be thankful. What am I thankful for...my friends and family definitely, my church family...my Father God and my Lord Jesus Christ. I'm so thankful to have been rescued; to have been given freedom from the enslavement of sin. It's so easy for people to throw those phrases around, but it means something to me. I think of where I could be if it weren't for Jesus. I probably would have at least a couple of kids running around as a result of premarital sex, and very possibly be married to someone that I regretted marrying. Those of you who know me probably think that doesn't sound anything like me, but it's true. Without Christ, that would be the logical conclusion to the sinful thoughts and desires in my own heart. It's amazing how none of us look that good in light of our own sinful thoughts and desires. Others may not see, but if we're honest with ourselves, we know the kind of people we are, and so does God. Yep. Rescued. That's how I see myself. And it amazes me that no matter how many times I mess things up, God never gives up on me. I always know he's there, encouraging me to get up and keep going. I love communicating with him. I can tell him when I've messed up, or how I'm feeling. I can pour out my fears and worries, and know that he'll give me peace. I have peace know that if I trust him, and keep seeking him, he'll bring me closer to him and daily mold me into who he wants me to be. I look forward to the day when I'll be with him. Life on this earth does not have such a hold on me that I'm afraid to die and be with my Lord. THAT is true life; the life we have been looking for our entire existence on this planet. How all my problems and worries pale in comparison to that thought! I love you Lord, sooo much!