Time with Jesus

I've just finished reading some of the blogs of a good friend. She has such a heart for the Lord that is shines through in her short blogs. I was blessed by the reminder that God is a Good God. He is a Jehovah Jireh, the God who provides. He is concerned about the little things in our life. He desires such a close intimate relationship with us that He is always gently calling our name.

The problem lies in the fact that sometimes we don't listen. We say we want to be close to Him, yet we shut our ears to hear His voice. We get side-tracked. Whether it be a good book, a talk with a friend, a good movie on TV or even doing a job for Him. We need to stop and see what is taking our attention from a Heavenly Father who loves us more than words can say.

In my own life, I've let expectations of others sidetrack me from seeing what He really wants for my life. Sometimes those unfulfilled expectations have caused tears. I do not want to put any expectations on my friends that would cause them to pull away from me. It is my desire to really be Jesus to those I come into contact. I find it challenging when the expectations get in the way. When I forget to spend time with Jesus, my life gets to focused on me. When my life is focused on me, I am miserable.

It is my hope that I truly can be more like Jesus, so that when others see me they see Him and not me. I truly want to be a reflection of His love.
Blessings to you,
Until next time~~

Choices

Life is so full of choices. Choices in what to wear, what to eat, who to be friends with, where to go to church, what movies I should/shouldn't watch and so many more. Sometimes the choices are not easy to make and take much thought. Other times the choice is as simple as choosing vanilla over chocolate. I've had choices to make and they have not been easy.
Lately the choice I've been struggling with is, do I truly trust God for His Best in my life? That is an every day choice. Do I choose to live in His Presence or do I take control? I want to say that I always choose His Presence but that would not be true. There are times I take everything into my own hands. When I do that, life is good for a little bit but then it comes crashing down around me. In my head and heart I do want to be in His Presence always. The question then becomes what am I doing to be in His Presence always? Am I reading His Word? Am I talking with Him (not only at Him, but am I listening to Him)? Am I seeking wise counsel?
I know the answers should be Yes, but honestly I have not been as focused on Him as I should be. I am thankful that I can make a choice to change and make those answers a Yes.
Until next time!
Blessings to you~~