2 Corinthians 4:8-10(NLT)
8 We are pressed on every side by troubles, but we are not crushed. We are perplexed, but not driven to despair. 9 We are hunted down, but never abandoned by God. We get knocked down, but we are not destroyed. 10 Through suffering, our bodies continue to share in the death of Jesus so that the life of Jesus may also be seen in our bodies.
Looking back at my christian journey it can be compared to a buoy tossed and turned at sea.
The enemy of my soul makes plans to pull me under but it’s through Christ that I stay afloat.
I love how God continues to move in my heart year after year, day-to-day, and moment by moment. It’s an incredible testament of His love over my life, even when I am no good.
I wish every season of life were easy to kindle this praise but there are times my light is dim. Normally those are the times i’ve taken away time with God.
Then as I draw back in to the presence of God I am full and I always wonder why I didn’t come to Him right away, everyday?
There is no other thing on this planet to compare with the presence of God. I am learning so much right now through studying scripture and being a student is blessing me.
I sometimes wonder how to explain what I do in my free-time. Drink coffee, ponder life, reach for my bible, listen to sermons from pastors and speakers around the world, dig into the writings of others, and solve the world’s problems. 
I enjoy learning about God because it’s in Him that I find purpose to each day. He is my joy and strength.<3
As believers we’re called to love God and it’s not enough to settle for a few ideas of God. Let us be eager to know more about Him. We don’t read our bibles because it’s what a christian should do, we pick up His word because we are passionate to learn. How can we be like Jesus when we do not know him?
We can’t boast in ourselves but as we discover who we are in Christ we will discover a life free from the opinions of others, and one that is wrapped in grace, mercy, and joy. Oh we will suffer for our ‘heartless’ views, and ridiculous morals, but that suffering will grow a character that honors God.
How are you cultivating a heart for the Lord today?
with all my love,
Laura
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