God is so much bigger

I have this friend... No, not really. It's me. I have this problem. Quite often I wrestle with God. I fight with Him over some issues, mainly about a decision I made years ago. Back then I didn't seek Him first. I argue with God. But... I have learned so much about Him since then. (I find it amazing that our Cover to Cover reading of the Bible starts right off in the book of Job.) I've come to realize it's exhausting fighting with Him. Satan doesn't help matters!

I've read a lot about strongholds lately and have been thinking a lot about them. A stronghold pretends to be bigger than our God and steals our focus and controls us. Nothing else can satisfy what God can. In Beth Moore's book, "Praying God's Word" she reminds us, "nothing is bigger or more powerful than God! It's so true. He can do miracles today! He really can. I know what I need. I need to "Break Free" from myself. And maybe give myself a break!



If you wouldn't mind, please pray with me to just give it up to God, surrender my life over to Him and just obey Him today!

(I found these pictures from my pictures of South Africa. I had a little video clip that I wanted to share where the elephants were swimming, but I must have lost it. They were playing but it looked like they could hurt each other badly with their tusks. The other one was one of my favorites. We are small but have a huge God. We are in good hands when we are with our Daddy!)

In His Love,
Angie xoxo

Put it off long enough

Have you ever had one of those days where you just keep procrastinating? I have tried to get down to my exercise room to get on the elliptical machine but I don't feel like it. I'd like to say I deserve a day off, but the truth is, I didn't do it yesterday either. A friend invited me to go see a movie this afternoon and I dropped everything and went with her. I had a whole list of things I hoped to get accomplished but I didn't get a lot done. I guess I just needed one of those days to regroup. Okay, I've put it off long enough. I better get down there.

Happy Friday!
Love,
Angie xoxo
p.s. Maybe this song will get me motivated! If this doesn't, I don't know what will.
Thanks, Cece!

awkward

We started the second session of our Daniel Study this evening at my house. During our prayer time I realized how awkward I felt praying aloud. It seems as if everyone else is so much more comfortable than I am. I stumble on my words. I wish I didn't get so nervous. I found this picture of myself the other day and was reminded about that awkward stage as a little girl. I so wanted to fit in, but just look at those pigtails. And that was picture day! I know God doesn't care how eloquently my prayers come out. He knows my heart, right? It was just very awkward and I could feel my face getting red. I'm so glad I don't have to be perfect. God still loves me and I am pretty sure you do too!

By the way, thanks!
Love,
Angie xoxo

my favorite song this monday

This is why I love Jesus so much...

"Mercy Said No" by Cece Winans

Much love to all of you,
Angie xoxo

testimony

Angela Kay Karnowski (2-14-62)


Earlier today a dear friend of mine asked how I came to Christ? I began to reflect on my testimony. I didn't really think I had one until I thought about it. I was first baptized as a baby only a month after I was born way back in 1962. I didn't realize then how many seeds God had planted in my life since then. He has placed so many people in my life to point me straight to Him. I was brought up going to church. It took many years for me to realize how much I needed God in my life. It took a divorce to begin my journey with Him. I would never wish that on my worst enemy, but I swear to you that God meant it for good. I had no other choice but to fall in His loving arms. I wish I had a date on the calendar to celebrate when I came to Christ, but it was a gradual thing that God Himself orchestrated. He just kept nudging me for so many years. My friend, Pauline took me to buy my first Bible. I didn't even know how to read or understand it. I was a little upset that I had gone to church for all of those years and wasn't encouraged to read it. Now, so many years later I am so grateful. I want our relationship to grow deeper. He gives me reasons to continue to cling to Him every single day. I need Him more today than yesterday. I am still trying to understand how He can love me so much. I pray I will point as many people as I can to Him until the day He takes me home. He is great and deserves all of the glory in my life. He is my miracle.

I Love you, Jesus and it's true that there is no one else like You!

Your daughter,
Angie xoxo


Terry MacAlmon

Oops

I already need a do over... Oops!



Okay... I think I'm ready to get focused again. I hope you are doing better than me. I don't want to become obsessive. All I need is moderation and a little bit of focus... I can do all things through Christ!
Love,
Angie xoxo

soar on wings

We had such a nice New Years. We went to our friends' house and met some new friends and connected with some older ones. I have never brought in a new year this way. There were a lot of people there and right after the ball dropped on the t.v., our friend, Keith stood up on a chair and read this passage of scripture. Our Pastor, Craig Mayes was there as well and lead us all in prayer. None of us know what God has planned for us this year, but we cannot go wrong with Him in control. No matter what we'll face (in our jobs, health, finances and relationships) we will be able to... "soar on wings like eagles." He brings me so much comfort, hope and peace for 2008.
Thank you, Lord!

Isaiah 40:28-31

Do you not know?
Have you not heard?
The LORD is the everlasting God,
the Creator of the ends of the earth.
He will not grow tired or weary,
and his understanding no one can fathom.

He gives strength to the weary
and increases the power of the weak.

Even youths grow tired and weary,
and young men stumble and fall;

but those who hope in the LORD
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.

In His Amazing Love,
Angie xoxo