Psalm 32 Complete!

So, I haven't been very good at blogging lately, but I hope to try and do better. There is too much to update on, so I will share my good news! I have FINALLY memorized all of Psalm 32!!! I feel super accomplished. Next, after I finish my research on Psalm 32, I am going to memorize Psalm 51.

Why you may ask? Well it is believed that Psalm 51 is the precursor to Psalm 32. First one must acknowledge their sin, Psalm 51, and then that person must ask God's forgiveness, Psalm 32. These two Psalms sum up the beginning steps to a Christian life, and they are a summary of my life.

And how awesome is that!? God did not only tell us that we had to ask for forgiveness for our sins throughout the Bible, but he specifically gave us an example of one of His own servants, David that is, that failed completely but was accepted back into the flock when he repented of his sins. What hope that gives to us sinners today! God loves us enough to forgive our past, no matter the sin, and then welcome us back into His kingdom.

And that is why I am memorizing Psalms 32 & 51, for they are my constant reminder that I have failed and fallen short of God's glory, Romans 3:23, but my true repentance has given me a second chance to prove that this time I am going to live sold out only to Him!

App Downloaded!

Just downloaded a free app for Blogger on my iTouch, which is awesome by the way! I have found a way to post blogs, a bit difficult with such a small screen on this iTouch so please forgive any typos, until I get a new computer in a few months. This is a great way to test my patience though with auto correct typing things I do not want to say and my fingers pressing the wrong keys all too often, but it is not my evil computer so I think I will survive. But until my computer arrives, I have an alternative, which means hopefully I will blog more. I guess we will see how that goes ;)

The Lord is Risen! He Has Risen Indeed!

HAPPY EASTER!!! I hope today during your Easter Egg Hunts, feasting on ham, and whatever other festivities you may have planned you do not forget the real reason we have a holiday called Easter. What is that real reason you may ask? The meaning behind Easter, the reason we have Easter, began some 3,000 years ago when the Son of God, an innocent, blameless man named Jesus, was crucified on the cross for all the sins of mankind and rose three days later. Easter is the day Jesus rose from the grave, conquering sin and death, allowing us sinners to personally connect with God. This connection allows us access to Heaven when we die, if we accept Christ into our hearts. Easter is a day to celebrate because Jesus is alive! He proved to mankind that death could not hold Him, and He gave us sinners the courage to fight the fear of sin together, becoming more than conquerors through Christ.

Easter in a few sentences? One Light invaded the darkness, and that one Life changed the world because Darkness could not snuff the Light out. The Life had spread His light too far and too deep into the hearts of mankind. On Easter we celebrate His life, because life for us is worth living because He rose and lives today!

Have a Blessed Easter!!! And never forget the real reason we have Easter to celebrate today.

R.I.P. Thomas Kinkade

Thomas Kinkade. Painter of Light. Instilled Hope & Inspiration through Artwork. Changed Lives by His Talent.

Thomas Kinkade is one of my favorite painters of all time. Each piece of work is a masterpiece, a scavenger hunt, and a chance to open your Bible and read an inspiring passage. It is a tragedy that he passed away so early in life, but it is a blessing that he left such an inspiring, Christian legacy behind him. I am sad that I was never able to make it to one of his art shows, where he would sign paintings and add touch ups to paintings you already owned. My Aunt and Uncle have one of those. I would be lying if I said I was not jealous. I guess that is one thing my mom and I will never be able to cross off our bucket list. I hope at least that I will one day own one of his paintings, in particular his "Blessings of Christmas", my absolute favorite, which I have included below.

"Blessings of Christmas" by Thomas Kinkade

Celebrate Christ's Death

HAPPY GOOD FRIDAY!!!!!!! Today Christ may have died, but do not forget He will rise in 3 days. Today is the day He gave up His place in Heaven to become sinners like us so we may live again. Remember that today. Celebrate that today. Praise the Lord that He became sin for us so we may know His righteousness!!! (2 Corinthians 5:21) I am ecstatic I have such an awesome and humble Savior. Join with me in celebration on this Good Friday!

Smile! God Loves You!

Learning to Be the Light by Newworldson

My song for the day. You try listening to this song without smiling. I find it the perfect pick-me-up when your day is going absolutely horrid. Enjoy :)

Lyrics in case you were wondering, can be hard to understand at times:

When the stars came crashing down
In tiny pieces to the ground
I was all alone down here
Trapped beneath the atmosphere
Then I, thought somebody called my name
I spun around and caught a flame
I gave into a God I didn't know
And now everything is falling into place
A brand new life is calling and I owe it all to grace

It's so much brighter living in your world
Savior what you did for me
You gave me something I want everyone to see
When we stumble and it all goes wrong
Only you can make it right
So I say
Oh oh oh oh oh
I'm learning to be the light
whoa, whoa
I'm learning to be the light
whoa, whoa

When a heart is cold as ice
You can't melt it with advice
No one wants to listen to
A list of things they shouldn't do
So I build a city on a hill
And I light a candle on the sill
Knowing you'll be always knocking at the door
Oh God I just want to love on everyone
All I have is yours to give so let the people come

It's so much brighter living in your world
Savior what you did for me
You gave me something I want everyone to see
When we stumble and it all goes wrong
Only you can make it right
So I say
Oh oh oh oh oh
I'm learning to be the light
whoa, whoa
I'm learning to be the light
whoa, whoa
im learning to be the light

that makes the shadows hide
the light that breaks the curse of pride
the light that takes the weary in it's arms

When it all came crashing down
There was only darkness all around
But in the distance I could see
A flame

It's so much brighter living in your world
Savior what you did for me
You gave me something I want everyone, and I mean everyone to see
When we stumble and it all goes wrong
Only you can make it right
So I say
Oh oh oh oh oh
I'm learning to be the light
whoa, whoa
I'm learning to be the light
whoa, whoa
I'm learning to be the light
whoa, whoa
I'm learning to be the light
whoa, whoa
I'm learning to be the light!!

My Destined Song

Our God Is Greater by Chris Tomlin

For the month of March I gave up two things until Easter: Soda and Country Music. I do not drink soda very much but the cravings are still there. But I live and breathe Country music. It is my go to place when I am depressed, angry, or frustrated. Country music makes the hurt go away and brings the smile back to my face. It has been a hard past few weeks, but I am glad for the switch. I have learned to love The Fish, 95.9. It brings a joy, peace, and satisfaction about life I have never felt before. The above song is a song that I feel speaks specifically to my life right now and one that I have enjoyed cranking up to full volume whenever it comes on over the radio. I still love Country music, but I have found a more satisfying peace in God than in the pain of a lost love or revenge, which many Country songs sing about. If the link does not work you should look the song up yourself, definitely is worth your time.