Above and Beyond the Usual

Many times when beginning something new we go through anxiety or uncomfortable feelings.We become afraid or frozen in time, which does not allow us to venture forward. I have learned the closer I become connected to God the less anxiety I feel. It doesn’t mean we will not have those moments of stress but it allows us to take a deep breath and lean on God.

It is a matter of loving our Lord with total trust and know that we are not going to be lead anywhere God has not already forged ahead. What joy fills our hearts as we become aware of His goodness.

Let us never waver from new experiences because we believe we do not have the talents or skills…God has already prepared the way

What pleasure we receive when jumping into the new project…volunteering for the first time…applying for a position that is out of our comfort zone or just relaxing and going with the flow. It is all about following where God leads.

So as we begin to go above and beyond our usual let us remember we are not walking alone, but leaning on our Lord. We have His strength and courage to go forward and accomplish what God has waiting for us.  

2 Timothy 1:7 For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.

We have God's continual promise to always be with us and all that is expected from us is faith and trust. Let us go forth knowing we can and will accomplish our goals with the confidence of God. 

Smiles & Blessings,

Cynthia Collins Kaitfors

Prayer Warriors

Our lives are up and down and at times may seem more like downs than ups, however we are blessed with our Lord who continues to guide us. Sometimes His guidance is through music, which lifts us up, other times it will be an article we have read, a friend who reaches out to us or a movie.

This past weekend we went to see "The War Room" and I have to tell you it was inspirational. I laughed, I had tears and by the end of the movie we applauded. It was the reminder I needed to continue being a prayer warrior.

We tend to get bogged down by own issues, yet the Lord is waiting for us to pray for others, to shine as God's light. We forget what a privilege we are given when we are able to pray for others or plant seeds for those who do not know our Lord and Savior, Jesus.

Let us go worth today knowing we have asked God's blessing for those in need, for continued healing, for peace and comfort or for the knowledge of knowing Him. We have an amazing opportunity to model our faith....let us shine as Christians and spread His love.

Micah 7:7
But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord,  I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me.

I pray we continue to rejoice in His name and praise God for His love, mercy and grace.

Smiles & Blessings,
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors