I came across this plaque a few weeks ago in my all time favorite store- Hobby Lobby! On the plaque were the words that went something along the lines… “The longer I live the more beautiful life gets.” It’s so true. With every new morning there is a NEW sunrise. Not a carbon copy. A new day, untouched by yesterday and a new memory for tomorrow. Grace that is more than enough for…right now. We have a choice to make. The choice to use fresh courage and walk the day out or to just get by. We can walk out the abundant life. The good life. Because God doesn’t hold out on us. Ever. He is for us. Always. He came so that we could have ABUNDANT life. Full and overflowing. Running over. It’s always available.
My heart is so full. This summer has been a whirlwind of goodness! God, in His great mercy and love, has completely overwhelmed me. I smile and I’m in awe because I know I haven’t done one thing to deserve it. This abundant life. “My cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”- Ps. 23:5
June 28th was a gorgeous day for my sister and now brother-in-law’s wedding day. Celebrating those two joining their life together was memorable for every heart there. Pure. That’s a word that comes to mind to describe the day in it’s entirety. God has so much in store for these two lovebirds and I get to watch their story continue to unfold.
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| Photo courtesy of Jenna Beougher |
July 2nd was a day that marked the beginning of a new chapter in my life story. I got to stay the first night in my very own home! God seriously gives the best gifts! There have been so many moments where I’ve caught myself smiling just because I’m completely delighted in what He’s given me. All I can say is “thank you”. My Father knows me better than I know myself. Every little blessing and detail that makes my heart smile is just another “love note” that the Lord has given me. His pursuit for me is unwavering. From start to finish, this new adventure of buying my first home was grace. Nothing I planned or could’ve figured out was better than His plan for me.
Hands held open. Palms facing up. Arms outstretched.
The Lord is free to give and take away. For His glory.
Life abandoned. Heart surrendered. Life abundant.
FULL.
That is the Lord’s desire for His children.
He wants to fill. Consume completely. Nothing left unchanged. Nothing left untouched. Every part of us belongs to the Lord. Only He can empty us of ourselves so we can be filled with Him.
FULL.
This summer, I’ve also been reminded again that I have some of the best family and friends a girl could have. My heart is filled with love for the people in my life who stick by me in the good and hard times. I’m influenced and touched deeply by their desire to build me up. I thank God for every person that has crossed my path because each one has taught me how to live. I thank God that His image is everywhere. Every person walking around on this planet is a living breathing testimony of God. Made in His image. His signature upon them.
FULL.
Our Father gives us more than we need. Daily overflowing gifts. We cannot count them all. When we're filled completely with Him, everything else is an overflow of blessing. He satisfies.
Full life. I’m lovin it! :)
“I will sing to the Lord, because He has dealt bountifully with me.” – Ps. 13:6
"Perfect submission, all is at rest,
I in my Savior am happy and blessed;
Watching and waiting, looking above,
filled with His goodness, lost in His love.
This is my story, this is my song.
Praising my Savior all the day long. " -Blessed Assurance
May your heart be encouraged! I pray that you would see the FULLNESS of God’s love for you today and everyday of your life!
