Greek Summit 2

For the past two weeks I have been at my favorite place in the world, the beach. I had the privilege of returning to Greek Summit this year as student staff. I have blogged before about GS last year and how it changed my life. This time was a completely difference experience but in the best way possible. Everything was the same except me. It took me a while to process everything because just a year ago I was at this place completely broken before the Lord. I was staying in the same houses, running the same streets, going to the same church, but everything was different. How amazing is our God! I still cant get over how faithful and loving He is. Being able to go back was such a sweet and humbling gift from the Lord.

You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.-Jeremiah 29:13

This verse sums up the fruitfulness of our ministry at Greek Summit. The Holy Spirit moved in unbelievable ways in so many lives. Many students accepted Christ on the trip and fully surrendered from a divided life! All of their stories of how they ended up at GS were so divinely appointed by the Lord because without him they never would have gotten there. It was so encouraging to be around these students because they were beyond hungry for the word and His presence. They were so teachable and eager to learn. I will post more about GS later but here are a few pictures

Taste and see that the LORD is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him! -Psalm 34:8

Friends

These past few weeks I have been overwhelmed by God's grace and faithfulness through my friends. I am beyond blessed to know each one of them. They encourage me in the Lord in so many ways that I couldn't list them all if I tried. They hold such a special place in my heart and I will never be able to express my love and appreciation for them. Although we will be away for the summer, I know the Lord is going to grow them in so many ways and I can not wait to see how he uses these sweet sweet women from Him! We all have a bond that is indescribable and could only be from the Lord.

After David had finished talking with Saul, he met Jonathan, the king’s son. There was an immediate bond between them, for Jonathan loved David.From that day on Saul kept David with him and wouldn’t let him return home. And Jonathan made a solemn pact with David, because he loved him as he loved himself. -1 Samuel 18:1-3

As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend.-Proverbs 27:17

A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken.- Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Divine Romance

This will be my to do list in less than a week. Words can not describe how ecstatic I will be.

Returning to Greek Summit. This place holds such a special place in my heart. I feel like I am going on an anniversary date with the Lord. I can not wait for this sweet time with Him. I could spend all day talking about Greek Summit, but when i think of my time there last year all I can remember is the cross. It is the first time I understood God's beautiful and selfless love. I grasped how sinful I am and how much I need a Savior. The gospel become more alive than it ever had, because It wasn't just words about sinners and forgiveness anymore. It was now about MY sin, my failures, and my sinful nature. And most importantly, I saw Christ in all His glory seated on the throne pouring out his love. This past year I have seen more of his love than I ever could have imagined. And the greatest thing He keeps teaching me over and over is Its not about me. Nothing is about me. Nor will it ever be. Its about Jesus. Our Savior, father, protecter, and redeemer. Here lately I have been taken back by my sin. And the Lord always bring me to this verse

Though we are overwhelmed by our sins,
you forgive them all.-Psalm 65:3

This verse is so simple, but a sweet melody to my sinners heart. We can never understand God's love or see ourselves the way he sees us. But let us try to look at the people, the world, our every day lives as views from the Heavenly throne. Imagine how different our perspectives would be if we focused our minds on this and his Love EVERY day. Nothing is sweeter than his presence. How blessed are we to have a divine romance with our Creator

The fullness of Your grace is here with me
The richness of Your beauty’s all I see
The brightness of Your glory has arrived
In Your presence God, I’m completely satisfied

For You I sing I dance
Rejoice in this divine romance
Lift my heart and my hands
To show my love, to show my love

A deep deep flood, an Ocean flows from You
Of deep deep love, yeah it’s filling up the room
Your innocent blood, has washed my guilty life
In Your presence God I’m completely satisfied

Hope

Love.Hope.Grace

Hello friends. Its been a while since I have blogged but I really wanted to share some of the amazing things the Lord has been doing in my life. School will be done next week on wednesday for me. The thought brings a huge smile to my face and I can not wait to be finished. I will head off to Greek Summit where I will be student staffing. Then I shall return home for 2 weeks then off to Zambia. PRAISE THE LORD for his faithfulness. Im at about 55 percent with support raising which is such a blessing!

Osama

Honestly I have been so busy with school I haven't even had time to take much thought into his death. But I have noticed how people are rejoicing over his death. Only by the power of the Holy Spirit was I able to see that this was not right. I am the EXACT same as him except I have Christ. And so many nonbelievers are celebrating his death, which breaks my heart because they are headed on the same eternal path unless they accept Jesus. Let us never forget the Bible says the Lord gives breath to every creation, and He loves them. Yes we hate sin and evil but we must remember the cross and the grace that has been bestowed upon us because of Jesus Christ. Let us cling to this truth and his name be glorified above all.

Tornadoes

We all have seen the news, heard the stories, and seen pictures. But as I watched the videos I was overwhelmed by God's mighty power. I have never seen anything like it. My heart goes out to the people who lost loved ones and their homes. We don't know why God allowed this to happen but we will never fully understand his purpose.

My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts," says the LORD. "And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine.-Isaiah 55:8

When I first heard what happened in Tuscaloosa a word popped in my head immediately. REVIVAL. The Lord has been doing some serious work on their campus this past year. When a tragedy like this hits the Lord works in so many miraculous ways. I know this is going to bring so many to the Lord. Let us be in constant prayer for:

• The spirit to move in peoples hearts
• People would run to Jesus who is eternal
• Healing and restoration
• REVIVAL
• Above all, God be glorified

Also, let us pray for the believers in alabama and mississippi as they share the gospel. Pray for boldness and confidence in the Lord. As so many search for something throughout this time, let us be the hands and feet that show them Christ's love. One of my sweetest friends, Lissa Handley, goes to Alabama and she is such an encouragement to watch as she practices these very words.

I've found a love

My new favorite song right now is called I've found a love by bethel worship. Please read the lyrics and really think about what they are saying. All glory and honor to Him :)

When I call on your name you answer
when I I fall you are there by my side
You delivered me out of darkness
now I stand in the hope of new life

By grace I'm free
You've rescued me
All I am is yours

I've found a love a love greater than life itself
I've found a hope stronger and nothing compares
I once was lost now I'm alive in you

You're my God and my firm foundation
It is you whom I'll trust at all times
I give glory and praise, adoration
To my Saviour who's seated on high