Kara's Soft Words

I almost forgot what I was worth. . . almost forgot that He loved me first but He reminded me. Things almost got out of hand. I almost walked out of His Will. . . His plan for me! Yet, He loved me! So much so, that He sent messages to me. Whether it was through a still, soft voice Or a gentle nudge to make the right choice. I heard it.  I felt it. I heard Him say. . . Don't listen to the world’s sweet nothings. Everything's not gold- just because it glistens. I've created you for myself . I want to be your love, your joy. . . your help. When will you realize how much I  love you? What more do I have to do?! I've given you strength, health and life. I can take what’s wrong and make it right. Don't sell yourself short! How I feel for you is in my Word. You’re wonderful beautiful fearfully made The love I have for you will never fade. Don’t let the world distract you. Simply set your affections on the things that are true Lovel...

I woke up yesterday- close to tears.  My throat felt like it was on fire and all I wanted to do was cry.  I tried to get my sister's attention but I couldn't speak!  I could just barely  whisper.  That moment scared me so much-> knowing that I was TRYING to talk and no sound would come out.  After some tea, medicine and rest, I regained some of my voice.   Even now- as I write this, I'm (patiently) waiting for it to get back to normal. These moments made me think. . . What if God could only hear the words we utter?  What if He only honored the requests that we make with our mouths. . . our voices? I'm grateful to know that He knows our every thought before it even crosses our mind.  It's assuring to know that while I'm praying, God is already  answering! With all of that said, I decided to write as though I was speaking directly to God. What would I say if He could only read my thoughts?  Let's see. . . ~ Lord Jesus,...

Lord, I thank You for reminding me of Your LOVE! It seems like these past few days- weeks, I was so focused on encouraging my friends and family members. . . that I forgot about myself.  I've been trying to remind my loved ones that You've created them for a reason.  In the meantime, I was facing my own issues and now I see that I wasn't doing so well. After striving to show compassion and understanding to the people that I care about, I was DRAINED !  I was feeling confused, tired and I wasn't motivated to do much of anything.  I felt like everybody was calling me for advice but I was the one who needed it. All of a sudden (during a conversation with my cousin), it was like a giant bulb lit up and shined brightly for me!  As much as I've heard people say things like, "Encourage yourself!  Don't let the devil steal your joy!"- I guess these sayings just had to become real to me! I was reminded that I've also been created for a reason!  Yo...

Sometimes it’s amazing to me- just to sit and think about God’s love for me (us)… Before I even had knowledge of Him, HE knew EVERYTHING about me!  It’s crazy to think that the One who has created the universe— the One who established the foundation of the world-> cares enough about us that He’s mindful of the number of strands of hair we have.  He knows how many breaths we’ll take because He is supplying them for us.  How can we not be grateful for that?!  He hears our prayers- before we even think or speak them out loud.  Not only that, but He takes the time to listen and answer us.   “Though millions call Your name, You still make time for me. That’s incredible… to me.” {It Would Take All Day- Kirk Franklin }  Considering  all  of these things causes me to be extremely grateful.  So it’s frustrating to see that so many people are trying harder to make names for themselves or *use God*… rather than allowing Him to work in a...

[I wrote this almost a year ago and just found it. . .] Love comes from You . . . Flows from You- FREELY Offering all that You have Peace Joy Strength Wisdom Understanding. . . If we'd only search for- ask for these things. We'd rather focus on the tangible. When will realize that cars, houses, money-> They ALL mean NOTHING?! Will we desire to seek Your face or simply continue to snatch from Your hand?

I realize that everything I have comes from You. Not only that. . . but You make all things new . Even when things don't go "my way". . . You assure me that I'll be okay. YOUR WILL is so much better than my own. I simply need to place my hopes, dreams (even my fears!) at Your throne. Total submission is what You desire of us. In You, should we put our faith and trust. Lord, help us to be more like you. Transform us- as only You can do. Let us have a heart that reflects Yours. Remove all anger/bitterness and make its intentions pure. We know that we're undeserving of Your Love. Yet You watch over us and guide us from above. Lord Jesus- remind us that it's NOT about us. . . it's all about You. Unto Your name is all honor, glory, and power due.

I can't imagine what I would have done. . . or where I would be if I had gotten "my way." Thank You so much for NOT giving it to me!  I believe it's the reason that right now- at this moment. . . I am free! {From stress, drama. . . just FOOLISHNESS!} I've heard it a million times. "The way to make YOU laugh is to tell you my plans."  I must have been a comedian in Your eyes. As many times as I thought I knew what I was doing and what I wanted. . . I had/have to remember that You know better. I can find Your Will for me in Your love letter. So thank You for NOT giving what I thought I wanted. Thank you for keeping me! It's caused me to appreciate what I already had!  If it wasn't for Your grace- If it wasn't for your love. . . I would probably have had enough!  I've seen how easy it is for us to get caught up in our own desires. We become content with "quick fixes" instead of waiting patiently for wh...