Cookie

I knew this day was coming but I didn't know it would be this soon. I'm sorry I couldn't be there but you and I both know that it was in my best interest. God knew it would be to much for the both of us. Im happy that God answered my prayers and that you're home because now you're at finally at peace.
You finally get to get up, move around, dance and I get to see that big beautiful smile of yours. I laugh because I wonder if God allows s-curls in heaven? If so, i know you're getting a touch up by now! lol It's been awhile but I know you wanna look nice! :-) I know you're up there getting your nails done, ohh and let's not forget that pinky ring! I can just picture you with your dark purple lip stick just cheesing!
I'm reminiscing about the good times and just thinking about all the fun we had! Though there were bad times as well it didn't matter. Because we always made a way out of no way and i will always love you for putting up with me.
You will always be my pooh pooh and I will never forget you. I hope as the years go by that you continue to watch over me and that I always make you proud. You are my heart, my soul and now my angel! I love you Beulah Mae Lofton aka Cookie!!
R.I.P
11/30/50 - 12/26/12

God Opens and Shuts Doors

There are critical times in our lives when we especially need to know we are hearing clearly from God. It isn't always easy to know His voice from that of our own emotional reasoning. But I know from experience that God can open doors of opportunity that no one can close, and He can also close doors that we cannot open.

I spent many years trying to organize things I wanted to do in life. The result was frustration and disappointment. But I found that if we depend on God, He will give us favor and make things easy for us when we seek Him and His perfect timing. He leads one step at a time. If you take one step forward in the wrong direction, He will let you know before you go too far.

Be aware that His thoughts are above your thoughts. He sees the end from the beginning. All His ways are right and sure. He knows what makes sense for your life and He can make it happen. Hear from Him and you will not be deceived.

Prayer Starter: God, I trust You to open the right doors in my life and shut the wrong ones. Even when I don't know what to do, I have faith that I can hear from You and follow Your will.
- Joyce Meyer

Take Heed

Well at the moment I am feeling rather down. I started writing this blog a while ago and wanted to finish tonight. Good news is that I did finish and thought that it was a good blog, bad news is that it got deleted so now I have to write this over.

A few weeks ago I was talking to a friend about a topic that we were both familiar on. Somehow the topic switch to something else that was unrelated yet helpful. She was telling me how God had placed many warning signs in her life on various occasions. She also let me know how she gets these visions on things and people which I thought was interesting because I tend to have visions as well however mine are a little different. We continued to converse for a little longer before calling it a day. Overall I learned a serious lesson; Take heed of the things that God is showing you.

I chose the title "Take Heed" because there are so many warnings and signs that we fail to realize or just don't care to pay attention to at all. From waking up late, to car breaking down, the ambulance and police sirens, or even the flashing lights on the train tracks. Those are all warning signs that can help to save you from death or any kind of injure. Even simple things with our day to day routine can be warnings and signs from God.

Random thoughts

I just want to say that words cannot express how thankful I am. God did not have to choose me but He did. He shed His blood to forgive my sins. He loves me unconditionally and all I want to do is show that I am thankful. It is not easy, I fight a battle everyday with trying to do right and yet I fail every time but The Lord knows me. He knows what I do before I even do it and He still forgives me. Isn't that wonderful? And to think, with the way that I treat Him is horrible! Well let me not exaggerate, it isn't horrible but I know I can do better. I will, I have the heart to do so and I will make an even better effort to do so. Thank you Lord for all that you have done!!!

Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, you have released me from the fear of death and the grave. You have also released me from the tyranny of the devil. Because you have redeemed me by your shed blood, lead me to live every day watching the signs and waiting for your glorious return. Amen.