Friday, January 29, 2016

The Pain of Loosing Someone

Everyone has lost a loved one sometime in their life. The pain never really goes away but does get easier as time goes on. Recently I just lost a very special person in my life. My grandma who I always called Nanna went to be with Jesus on January 17th. Its been almost two weeks since she passed away but the fact of the matter is how do I accept this? How do I go back to normal days? When I will I stop crying? I'm sure if you are like me you have asked these same questions.
 

I would like to write today about how God and Jesus plays a big part in my healing process. It is so easy to turn away from God, place blame on yourself when something like this happens. You may think, why did they have to die? Why didn't God answer my prayers? Where was He when I needed him? Trust me, everyone probably at one time or another have thought these questions I mentioned. I for one have thought it but thank God I know the truth.
 

When I think of all the negative thought and questions I realize it was satan trying to destroy me and push me deeper into being depressed. Then I remember that God never lets me go. Even though tough times come He will never leave me and I am not alone. 

The past two weeks have been especially hard for me. I am so thankful I have a great support team of friends and family. Without them and Jesus I would be a hot mess. Even though this hurts and I feel part of me died with her I know she is in Heaven happy with Jesus and in no more pain. One thing is because of Jesus I know I will see Nanna again someday.
 

I've been listening to the song Tell Your Heart to Beat Again by Danny Gokey lately. It really has a great message for times like this when you lose a loved one. I encourage you to go take a listen.  Part of the lyrics that really stuck out to me were "Let every heartbreak and every scar, be a picture that reminds you who has carried you this far. 'Cause love sees farther than you ever could. In this moment Heaven's working everything for your good." Then of course I love the chorus of the song as well. 


 

Another thing that has really helped me through all this pain, hurt, and sorrow are my friends. There's too many to name them all that have shown me support with kind words and comments on Facebook, Instagram, emails, texts, and phone calls. I would just like to name a few people.

Jordyn for one has been such a great supporter of mine by listening to me vent, cry, and feel like I'm going to give up. She has been there for me and continues to be there for me. Thanks so much I love you.
 

Amber, you have been a blessing more then you know. Thank you for taking the time when we were heading to the cemetery for the burial to call me after you got out of class and pray with me over the phone. That meant more to me then you will ever know. Thanks for listening to me and just proving that you care for me. I always tell people you keep me focused on what matters and that's Christ. I love you so much sis!
 

Summer, you are such a blessing to me. You care about me and have shown it. Your texts make me smile and you really have encouraged me. Thank you for all the prayers, hugs and for being my friend and sister. I love you and can't imagine being able to get through this without you. Love you sis!
 

To all my other friends and family: Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I appreciate and love each one of you.
 

Blessings,
Grace Mae

Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Worship Wednesdays - Trust in You

Lately I have been listening to Lauren Daigle's song Trust in You. It isn't easy to let go of your dreams and plans and trust completely in God, but when you do it is the most awesome feeling ever. A lot has been going on in my life that I don't understand. I feel like it is more then I can bear but I know that God is on my side and His plans are always the best. I just need to trust Him. I don't know what's ahead of me and I don't know what tomorrow brings but I do know He will be with me. I will trust in you God. You are all I need.


"Trust In You"

Letting go of every single dream
I lay each one down at Your feet
Every moment of my wandering
Never changes what You see

I’ve tried to win this war I confess
My hands are weary I need Your rest
Mighty Warrior, King of the fight
No matter what I face, You’re by my side

When You don’t move the mountains I’m needing You to move
When You don’t part the waters I wish I could walk through
When You don’t give the answers as I cry out to You
I will trust, I will trust, I will trust in You!

Truth is, You know what tomorrow brings
There’s not a day ahead You have not seen
So, in all things be my life and breath
I want what You want Lord and nothing less

When You don’t move the mountains I’m needing You to move
When You don’t part the waters I wish I could walk through
When You don’t give the answers as I cry out to You
I will trust, I will trust, I will trust in You!

You are my strength and comfort
You are my steady hand
You are my firm foundation; the rock on which I stand

Your ways are always higher
Your plans are always good
There’s not a place where I’ll go, You’ve not already stood

When You don’t move the mountains I’m needing You to move
When You don’t part the waters I wish I could walk through
When You don’t give the answers as I cry out to You
I will trust, I will trust, I will trust in You!

I will trust in You!
I will trust in You!
I will trust in You!

Monday, January 11, 2016

Meditation Mondays - Keep Me Focused

Sorry for the delay in today's post. I had every intention of posting early but due to some family health issues I couldn't post until now. As I was thinking about what to write for today's meditation monday, I struggled a lot to find the perfect topic. After a few hours I finally came up with something I hope you like.

As you grow in your relationship with God it's hard sometimes to keep focused. Life can be crazy, busy, and hectic at times. We often take for granted or keep putting off spending time with God. We can so easily get distracted with other things that we only come to God when we are struggling or have a problem. Truth is that we need to spend quiet time everyday with Him. We need to fix our eyes and focus on Him more then the things around us.

It is important to read our Bible, pray, and spend time with God. Everyday if we set aside time with God our life will be better. Sometimes it's hard to keep focused on Jesus. I have a sweet friend who always tends to bring me back to reality and point me toward Christ when I am struggling or have a problem. I don't know what I would do without her. I tell her she keeps me focused.

My prayer for you is that as we go about each day that we keep our eyes on Jesus. He is all we need!!!! May you focus on Him.

Blessings and Shalom,
Grace Mae <3 <3 <3

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

Worship Wednesdays

As I was thinking about this post and worship I wanted to explain a little bit more about what these posts will be about. 

One of my favorite things is music and worship. God deserves all the glory and praise. For me worship draws me closer to God. I can focus on him instead of my problems. 

So as we start this new year I will be sharing songs that I use to worship God.

If any of you have a favorite song that means something to you please let me know. I'm always looking for people to write a guest post. 

Blessings and Shalom,
Grace Mae <3 <3 <3

Monday, January 4, 2016

Meditation Monday - Teach Me Your Will

Welcome to the first Meditation Monday of 2016! I'm so excited to see what God has in store for not only me but you as well. 

As I was preparing for this post I wanted it to reflect on the new year. I have an app for my phone that I use everyday. It's a great devotion tool. So I thought I would share on what I read New Year's Day. 

Teach me to do your will for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing. (Psalm 143:10 ) 

Sometimes in life we wonder what God wants us to do. I for one have struggled with finding what God's will is for me. I still struggle but know I must completely trust Him. I pray that the Holy Spirit will lead me that I may know what is his will.

So as we start this new year lets make it our prayer that The Spirit will lead us on solid ground and that we are a light shinning bright for him as he teaches us. 

Let me know what your thoughts are in the comments. 

Blessings and Shalom,
Grace Mae <3 <3 <3

Friday, January 1, 2016

New Year, New Me, New Beginnings!

Happy New Year! As we start another year I just wanted to take some time to share with you my vision for this blog and what I am planning to accomplish this year. I titled this post, New Year, New Me, and New Beginnings.

New Year- It is a gift from God that we get to start a new year. There are so many I know that have passed away last year and didn't get to bring in the new year. I pray for their families as it is always hard to lose a loved one. For me, the new year is a blessing. On Facebook I saw someone post this quote, "Today is the first blank page if a 365 page book. Write a good one." That just stuck out to me. Life is what you make it. You can choose to be stressed or you can choose to be happy but most of all you can choose to let God use your circumstances to bring you closer to him.

New Me- Like I said in my last post I am a different person. I chose to make 2016 the best year yet. I realized that with all my problems, all my stress, all my circumstances I wasn't fully trusting God with them. I can't handle this myself. When I finally turned it all over to Him last night I felt such a calm peace. This is the year for the new me. My health is getting better and I am going to make the most of it.

New Beginnings- As we start this year I have a few personal goals. One I would like to spend more time in prayer and reading my Bible. Second, I would like spend more time with the people I love and care about. Lastly, I want to focus on trusting God more.

As for this blog, I have been praying about where I would like this to go. When I started this blog my goal was to encourage and interact with other young ladies and women. I pray that more people will read my blog this year. Here is what I have in mind for this year.

1. Continue with Meditation Mondays
2. Continue with Worship Wednesdays
3. Have a few more guest posts
4. Pray for each other

Hope everyone has a great New Year. If you have a prayer request, suggestion, or ideas of something you'd like to see let me know. I now have an email just for this blog. You can contact me there anytime. onegirlonelifeonegod@gmail.com

Lastly, as we start this new year it reminds me of one of my favorite songs. Write Your Story by Francesca Battistelli. I love that song and want it to be my theme for this blog and my life.

I'm an empty page
I'm an open book
Write Your story on my heart
Come on and make Your mark
Author of my hope
Maker of the stars
Let me be Your work of art
Won't You write Your story on my heart

 

Blessings and Shalom,
Grace Mae <3 <3 <3