Wow! I can't believe it's been so long! Apparently, I had forgotten about this AGAIN! I'll try to be better! :)
So, let me just begin with saying...God is SO good! He has blessed us way beyond what we deserve this summer! He has put so many people in our path and blessed us through them...it's just unreal! What a mighty God we serve!
A few little updates...
I've lost 20 lbs. so far! I have SUCH a long way to go...and am far from where I should've been by this point (living with family doesn't do much for dieting!) but I'm still determined to hit my goal by summer!
We officially moved back to Magnolia! We really felt like God was calling us to surrender and stay...to drop our dreams and follow His. So, that's what we did! Pray for us as we look for a house and as I try to find a job!
Did I mention God is good? Not sure if I brought that up...just thought I'd put it out there! :)
So, I'll try to remember to post as interesting things happen! Not that they do regularly...but I'll still try!
"Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." 1 Peter 5:6-7
Monday, August 23, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
It has begun...
Well, I worked really hard this week.... only to shed less than a pound! I was pretty upset about it this morning. I'm okay now, it's just so hard to try so hard and have little to show for it! 14 lbs gone is a good thing - but I wanted to be closer to 20 by now! Please, please send prayers my way! I don't want to give up or go backwards....this really NEEDS to happen!
Larry Don and I are officially moving back...for the summer anyway! We knew we were going to have to figure something out because this school is dumb and made us reapply for housing! Well, a few months ago, LD started to feel a pull towards youth ministry. I have always thought it would be good for him but he just wasn't so sure! He loves music, so he thought that teaching saxophone at the college level would be his #2 dream job (#1 being a touring musician!) so he kind of just ignored what he was feeling. A couple of months ago, we got word that Immanuel could need some help and LD met with Bro. Steven. They worked a few things out and now we will be headed to Magnolia to help with IBC's youth group! He won't be a leader or anything...he's just going to serve on the committee and help where needed! And eventually, this could be his career! We are so excited that God is moving us in this direction, though it's definitely one we didn't think we'd be going! So, now we have to get packed up and moved out within a WEEK! yikes....
Larry Don and I are officially moving back...for the summer anyway! We knew we were going to have to figure something out because this school is dumb and made us reapply for housing! Well, a few months ago, LD started to feel a pull towards youth ministry. I have always thought it would be good for him but he just wasn't so sure! He loves music, so he thought that teaching saxophone at the college level would be his #2 dream job (#1 being a touring musician!) so he kind of just ignored what he was feeling. A couple of months ago, we got word that Immanuel could need some help and LD met with Bro. Steven. They worked a few things out and now we will be headed to Magnolia to help with IBC's youth group! He won't be a leader or anything...he's just going to serve on the committee and help where needed! And eventually, this could be his career! We are so excited that God is moving us in this direction, though it's definitely one we didn't think we'd be going! So, now we have to get packed up and moved out within a WEEK! yikes....
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Well, I didn't do so well this week! The Wii says weight lost is.....0.4 lbs. Ha! Oh well, I can just do better next week, right? Right! :)
I was reading my Bible the other day, and I had some verses blocked off. But for some reason, I didn't remember doing it! Now, everytime I read it I just get so excited!
"And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from his love. Death can't, and life can't. The angels can't, and the demons can't. Our fears for today, our worries about tomorrow, and even the powers of hell can't keep God's love away. Whether we are high above the sky or in the deepest ocean, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 9:38-39
Talk about amazing! I can't fathom anyone wanting to love me. I definitely can't fathom anyone who knew my inner thoughts and my sinful nature would ever love me! God loves us regardless of those things we don't want to admit to anyone else! I'm in awe of our beautiful Lord!
Well, we will be headed to Magnolia tomorrow for the weekend! We'll be getting some things ready for this summer. Hopefully I can let you know soon about what's going on in our lives! Things are pretty (scary) exciting!!
I was reading my Bible the other day, and I had some verses blocked off. But for some reason, I didn't remember doing it! Now, everytime I read it I just get so excited!
"And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from his love. Death can't, and life can't. The angels can't, and the demons can't. Our fears for today, our worries about tomorrow, and even the powers of hell can't keep God's love away. Whether we are high above the sky or in the deepest ocean, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 9:38-39
Talk about amazing! I can't fathom anyone wanting to love me. I definitely can't fathom anyone who knew my inner thoughts and my sinful nature would ever love me! God loves us regardless of those things we don't want to admit to anyone else! I'm in awe of our beautiful Lord!
Well, we will be headed to Magnolia tomorrow for the weekend! We'll be getting some things ready for this summer. Hopefully I can let you know soon about what's going on in our lives! Things are pretty (scary) exciting!!
Friday, April 16, 2010
Thursday, April 8, 2010
A little lighter...
Well, the first 12 lbs. are GONE! Thank the Lord! This definitely hasn't been easy, but it actually has been enjoyable! It's been so long since I've consistently lost weight (I'm losing 2 lbs. a week!) and I'm so excited to keep it up! I'm sure that plateau is coming, but I'll cross that bridge when I get there! Please pray for me as I continue on this journey!
To change the subject a little... I want to brag on my husband! Some really crazy things have been happening in my family the last several weeks, and it really has weighed heavily on me and my marriage. I can be such a woman sometimes - snapping at him for no reason, acting like he doesn't understand, etc. But I couldn't have married a better man! During those out-of-control moments, he will grab me up and hold me until I calm down. I always feel bad that he married into such a crazy mess, but he assures me that not only does he love me, he loves my wacky family! I have never met such a loving, godly man!
Oh, God! You really knew what you were doing!
To change the subject a little... I want to brag on my husband! Some really crazy things have been happening in my family the last several weeks, and it really has weighed heavily on me and my marriage. I can be such a woman sometimes - snapping at him for no reason, acting like he doesn't understand, etc. But I couldn't have married a better man! During those out-of-control moments, he will grab me up and hold me until I calm down. I always feel bad that he married into such a crazy mess, but he assures me that not only does he love me, he loves my wacky family! I have never met such a loving, godly man!
Oh, God! You really knew what you were doing!
Thursday, March 25, 2010
A little trouble...
This really hasn't been a very good week. Or a very good few weeks.
There are lots of things going on in my mind today, none of which should really be discussed via the internet. But one of the biggest things weighing down on me actually has to do with God's people. I've been hugely disappointed and embarrassed by the way some people are acting about things going on in the world. Someone almost convinced me that I should be worried or scared, and that maybe my "moral values" are being compromised. I really struggled with this. I honestly prayed and asked that God put nervousness or discomfort in my heart if it was how I should feel (dumb, right?) But, go figure, He never did. So instead I have begun to pray that the same comfort and peace that I feel - the same trust and faith I have in this huge, mighty God - would take over the feelings of fear and doubt in God's people. We have not been given a spirit of fear, right?
On a lighter note, one of the highlights of my life so far is getting to be married to the most level-headed, honest, and godly man that I have ever met. I can't imagine anyone being a better spiritual leader ( though I know there are more, ladies. isn't this how we all feel about our men :) I can't believe that the guy I started dating when I was 16, would be the man I would grow old with! How could I ever be more blessed?
There are lots of things going on in my mind today, none of which should really be discussed via the internet. But one of the biggest things weighing down on me actually has to do with God's people. I've been hugely disappointed and embarrassed by the way some people are acting about things going on in the world. Someone almost convinced me that I should be worried or scared, and that maybe my "moral values" are being compromised. I really struggled with this. I honestly prayed and asked that God put nervousness or discomfort in my heart if it was how I should feel (dumb, right?) But, go figure, He never did. So instead I have begun to pray that the same comfort and peace that I feel - the same trust and faith I have in this huge, mighty God - would take over the feelings of fear and doubt in God's people. We have not been given a spirit of fear, right?
On a lighter note, one of the highlights of my life so far is getting to be married to the most level-headed, honest, and godly man that I have ever met. I can't imagine anyone being a better spiritual leader ( though I know there are more, ladies. isn't this how we all feel about our men :) I can't believe that the guy I started dating when I was 16, would be the man I would grow old with! How could I ever be more blessed?
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Ouch...
So not being able to walk really isn't on my list of things to do! Stupid Wii Fit hula hoop. Though said Wii Fit did tell me I lost 2 more pounds, I still could do without the leg/butt spasms! The hubby is out getting my medication as we speak, so I'll be much better soon!
Larry Don and I are trying to make some big decisions. I think that's all our marriage has been - one big bag of decision making. Sometimes I wish God wouldn't give us other options! Though I know that's a little bit silly. Christianity, and life in general, is full of options. It would be nice if God would spell out the answers for us, though! I keep opening my Bible, hoping to see the answer right there. The funny thing is, all I keep seeing is this funny word - "faith." Last night, I opened up to: "Through Christ you have come to trust in God. And because God raised Christ from the dead and gave him great glory, your faith and hope can be placed confidently in God." 1 Peter 1:21
Hmm...okay God. I will trust in You.
Larry Don and I are trying to make some big decisions. I think that's all our marriage has been - one big bag of decision making. Sometimes I wish God wouldn't give us other options! Though I know that's a little bit silly. Christianity, and life in general, is full of options. It would be nice if God would spell out the answers for us, though! I keep opening my Bible, hoping to see the answer right there. The funny thing is, all I keep seeing is this funny word - "faith." Last night, I opened up to: "Through Christ you have come to trust in God. And because God raised Christ from the dead and gave him great glory, your faith and hope can be placed confidently in God." 1 Peter 1:21
Hmm...okay God. I will trust in You.
Thursday, February 25, 2010
I always forget I have this!
We're here in Natchitoches, though we're already waiting on the day we get to leave! Louisiana is a strange place. I'm currently able to stay at home and be a housewife, which I actually enjoy! Who knew I'd actually want to stay home and clean! I've found that I really love to find things that need to be done, and do it! I'm afraid I've spoiled my husband in the process, though. :) I guess that's not such a bad thing! We have about one more year here, then hopefully we'll continue on somewhere else for Larry Don to pursue his DMA(doctorate of music arts.) It'll be fun to call him Dr. Chastain! I also recently joined Weight Watchers and I'm happy to announce that I'm a full 6 pounds lighter! Not a whole lot lost yet, but I've got a long road ahead of me!
Larry Don and I just recently celebrated 6 since we started dating! I honestly can't believe it's been that long. It only took us a month to realize we wanted to spend the rest of our lives with each other! Look forward to the story of our love in the next post!
This verse stood out to me today - enjoy!
"Whatever is good and perfect comes down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow. He chose to give birth to us his true word. And we, out of all creation, became his prized possession." James 1:17-18
How amazing that God counts US his prized possession! Oh, Lord, we are not worthy!
We're here in Natchitoches, though we're already waiting on the day we get to leave! Louisiana is a strange place. I'm currently able to stay at home and be a housewife, which I actually enjoy! Who knew I'd actually want to stay home and clean! I've found that I really love to find things that need to be done, and do it! I'm afraid I've spoiled my husband in the process, though. :) I guess that's not such a bad thing! We have about one more year here, then hopefully we'll continue on somewhere else for Larry Don to pursue his DMA(doctorate of music arts.) It'll be fun to call him Dr. Chastain! I also recently joined Weight Watchers and I'm happy to announce that I'm a full 6 pounds lighter! Not a whole lot lost yet, but I've got a long road ahead of me!
Larry Don and I just recently celebrated 6 since we started dating! I honestly can't believe it's been that long. It only took us a month to realize we wanted to spend the rest of our lives with each other! Look forward to the story of our love in the next post!
This verse stood out to me today - enjoy!
"Whatever is good and perfect comes down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow. He chose to give birth to us his true word. And we, out of all creation, became his prized possession." James 1:17-18
How amazing that God counts US his prized possession! Oh, Lord, we are not worthy!
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