THE Sustainer....

"There's no such thing as perfect people,

There's no such thing as a perfect life,

So come as you are, broken and scarred

Lift up your heart, be amazed,

And be changed, by a perfect God"

~Natalie Grant

I believe that God speaks to us in so many ways, through His Word~The Bible, through other people, and through music just to name a few. It is so important that we take the time to be still, and listen to what He is saying to us. The above song lyrics remind me that no matter what crazy things are happening in my life, or how broken I may feel, God is always right here waiting to help me through.

There have been many difficult obstacles and challenges in my life over the past year. I am so grateful for my relationship with Jesus, for I know that He is the only reason that I have managed to deal with the circumstances that have been presented to me. As it says in 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 (my own para-phrasing), His grace is sufficient.......when we experience challenges, persecutions, and difficulties which make us feel weak, but turn to Christ for help, He will give us strength and help us grow. I thank God daily for His mercy and grace, and for the strength that He has given me this year. I know that there are many more challenges ahead, but with Christ I can do all things (Phil. 4:13).

Friends, remember that no matter what you are facing or going through He is waiting to help you, so 'lift up your heart" to Him, "and be amazed, and be changed" today!

Loree Arthur