Resist Change
As humans, one of our greatest challenges is change. We are creatures of habit and enjoy the normalcy of the everyday...the same routine...and life in our comfort zone. Yet, as we expand our horizons, meet new friends and move beyond the ever safety "comfort zone", we realize we are walking closer to the path God may want us on.
Throughout our life, we may hinder the plans prepared for us by our Lord by refusing, fearing or lacking confidence to move forward. When we believe we do not have the talents, skills or required experience we limit God's abilities to increase our lives.
Finding the strength to go beyond our comfort zone and experience what is waiting for us is truly an amazing gift. Relying on our Lord to prepare us, protect us and provide for us will lead us to the destination God has planned.
It is not always easy...OK, it may never be easy; however, the results can only lead us closer to Jesus. To lean on Him for courage and know that He is our first stop toward our destination. Once our relationship with Jesus is complete, we will have a better mindset as we go forward toward God's plans.
Let us move onward today, preparing for some change, knowing God has prepared the way. Let us trust Him in all ways and in all things. When we feel fearful or lacking confidence let us move into our "Jesus moment" and hang tight to His hand all the while praising His name.
Psalm 56:3-4 When I am afraid, I will trust in you. In God, whose word I praise; In God I trust; I will not be afraid .
As we praise His name, make room for the delightful changes and relish in all He has planned for us... let us enjoy the day.
Smiles & Blessings,
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors
Monday, June 8, 2015
Friday, June 5, 2015
God's Blessings
Some days are just over the top..a time when everything is in its place and all is well with your world. When I have those feelings I want to shout from the mountain top...Thank you Lord!! My heart is full and the blessings seem to overwhelm me.
The joy is, we all have those days. It is a time to praise God and know he fulfills dreams we thought impossible...But then we realize He heard our prayers, and when the timing is right His love grants the wishes that are best for us.
As you go through the dark times I pray that you hold fast to our Lord and prepare for the the blessings He will bestow on you. It may seem your prayers are not being heard, however it is all in God's timing; therefore lets wait with patience and love. When we do, the blessings are ever so sweet.
Walking hand in hand with our Lord brings you closer to Him, which in turn fills your heart and soul. As you prepare for the day lets praise His name, feel His love and prepare for the blessings that are coming your way.
Psalm 30:12 "that my heart may sing your praises and not be silent.
Lord my God, I will praise you forever."
Smiles & Blessings,
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors
Some days are just over the top..a time when everything is in its place and all is well with your world. When I have those feelings I want to shout from the mountain top...Thank you Lord!! My heart is full and the blessings seem to overwhelm me.
The joy is, we all have those days. It is a time to praise God and know he fulfills dreams we thought impossible...But then we realize He heard our prayers, and when the timing is right His love grants the wishes that are best for us.
As you go through the dark times I pray that you hold fast to our Lord and prepare for the the blessings He will bestow on you. It may seem your prayers are not being heard, however it is all in God's timing; therefore lets wait with patience and love. When we do, the blessings are ever so sweet.
Walking hand in hand with our Lord brings you closer to Him, which in turn fills your heart and soul. As you prepare for the day lets praise His name, feel His love and prepare for the blessings that are coming your way.
Psalm 30:12 "that my heart may sing your praises and not be silent.
Lord my God, I will praise you forever."
Smiles & Blessings,
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors
Monday, June 1, 2015
New Friends
Have you ever joined a new group or club where you met a potential new friend(s), which then blossomed into a wonderful and meaningful relationship? Isn't it joyous and beyond words? I have had that opportunity the past six months.
In the beginning it was somewhat overwhelming, however as you get to know your "new" friends it becomes comfortable and exciting at the same time. You learn about their lives, families and joys as well as some of their struggles.
I believe as we grow and build our relationship with Jesus we find a "new" friend. Someone who has been waiting for us to join "His group". What better company could we possibly be in...Our Lord and Savior.
It can be an awe-inspiring experience to feel His love...to know He is with us through all our joys and struggles. And as our relationships grow closer to Him we realize being counted as one of His...can only be the highlight of our lives.
Once we experience His love...we will only want to grow closer. My prayer today is that you have the opportunity to experience His love, open your hearts to Him and have your souls refreshed by His grace.
Thessalonians 3:16 Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.
Smiles & Blessings
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors
Have you ever joined a new group or club where you met a potential new friend(s), which then blossomed into a wonderful and meaningful relationship? Isn't it joyous and beyond words? I have had that opportunity the past six months.
In the beginning it was somewhat overwhelming, however as you get to know your "new" friends it becomes comfortable and exciting at the same time. You learn about their lives, families and joys as well as some of their struggles.
I believe as we grow and build our relationship with Jesus we find a "new" friend. Someone who has been waiting for us to join "His group". What better company could we possibly be in...Our Lord and Savior.
It can be an awe-inspiring experience to feel His love...to know He is with us through all our joys and struggles. And as our relationships grow closer to Him we realize being counted as one of His...can only be the highlight of our lives.
Once we experience His love...we will only want to grow closer. My prayer today is that you have the opportunity to experience His love, open your hearts to Him and have your souls refreshed by His grace.
Thessalonians 3:16 Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.
Smiles & Blessings
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors
Thursday, May 28, 2015
Sharing our Love
The other day I was invited to speak to two different ladies groups regarding my personal relationship with Jesus. What a joy to speak about my personal growth and have opportunities to encourage others to do the same. To me, it is a love story, as I learned the closer my relationship to our Lord became, the more I felt His presence and experienced His love.
Unfortunately many times it takes a crisis to bring us searching for Him. Yet, He is always constant, always waiting for us to seek His presence and to enjoy all He offers. God's love is over flowing and never ending. Which then, makes me question my relationship with Him.
Is my love for our Lord and Savior overflowing? Is it over the top? Do I turn to Him in times of stress or tribulation or try to handle it myself? I pray I do and will continue to enjoy His love, mercy and grace.
It is through my personal relationship with Jesus, that blesses me daily no matter the circumstances. I may wonder about certain issues, however I know who is in control and that God has a plan so I give all concerns to Him.
My prayer for you is your total trust in our Lord and know that the plans God has for you are magnificent. As your personal relationship grows you too will experience His love, mercy and grace.
Psalms 145: 4-6 One generation will commend your works to another; they tell of your might acts. They will speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty, and I will meditate on your wonderful works.
What perfect words to live by...Let us rejoice in His love.
Smiles & Blessings,
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors
The other day I was invited to speak to two different ladies groups regarding my personal relationship with Jesus. What a joy to speak about my personal growth and have opportunities to encourage others to do the same. To me, it is a love story, as I learned the closer my relationship to our Lord became, the more I felt His presence and experienced His love.
Unfortunately many times it takes a crisis to bring us searching for Him. Yet, He is always constant, always waiting for us to seek His presence and to enjoy all He offers. God's love is over flowing and never ending. Which then, makes me question my relationship with Him.
Is my love for our Lord and Savior overflowing? Is it over the top? Do I turn to Him in times of stress or tribulation or try to handle it myself? I pray I do and will continue to enjoy His love, mercy and grace.
It is through my personal relationship with Jesus, that blesses me daily no matter the circumstances. I may wonder about certain issues, however I know who is in control and that God has a plan so I give all concerns to Him.
My prayer for you is your total trust in our Lord and know that the plans God has for you are magnificent. As your personal relationship grows you too will experience His love, mercy and grace.
Psalms 145: 4-6 One generation will commend your works to another; they tell of your might acts. They will speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty, and I will meditate on your wonderful works.
What perfect words to live by...Let us rejoice in His love.
Smiles & Blessings,
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors
Thursday, May 21, 2015
A Day of Thankfulness....
Have you ever worked on something with little to no progress? I spent the other day working on my computer to no avail. I then mentioned it to a friend who said, "I know who can help." It was a bright light in my frustrating day. All at once I felt a surge of relief, hope and excitement. I was going to finish my project...
Have you ever felt that glow with God's help? The up lifting spirit, the flow of love through your body or relief knowing He has taken care of it. When we allow our Lord to accompany us through our struggles, we no longer have to be concerned and all we have to do is trust.
What more could we ask, then to have Jesus working with us and for us. To guide us as we follow with a humble heart. Let us remember our Lord waits at the door for us to invite Him in. We are then given His continual peace, mercy and love.
The concerns, which we found insurmountable were easily taken care of by God. Let us continue to praise Him, rejoice in His love and grow closer in our personal relationship with Him; we then open the door to His blessings and have invited Him in.
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.
Smiles & Blessings
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors
Have you ever worked on something with little to no progress? I spent the other day working on my computer to no avail. I then mentioned it to a friend who said, "I know who can help." It was a bright light in my frustrating day. All at once I felt a surge of relief, hope and excitement. I was going to finish my project...
Have you ever felt that glow with God's help? The up lifting spirit, the flow of love through your body or relief knowing He has taken care of it. When we allow our Lord to accompany us through our struggles, we no longer have to be concerned and all we have to do is trust.
What more could we ask, then to have Jesus working with us and for us. To guide us as we follow with a humble heart. Let us remember our Lord waits at the door for us to invite Him in. We are then given His continual peace, mercy and love.
The concerns, which we found insurmountable were easily taken care of by God. Let us continue to praise Him, rejoice in His love and grow closer in our personal relationship with Him; we then open the door to His blessings and have invited Him in.
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.
Smiles & Blessings
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Personalize Prayer
The Lord gives us many gifts but the most astonishing one is our personal relationship with Him. He gives us the same opportunity we give our own children. We love them so and are pleased beyond words when we share special times with them.
Yet, when our children are talking with us... are they distracted…are they invested into the conversation or are we getting lip service? If it is lip service, we are disappointed but still love them…We should then ask ourselves… is our relationship with Jesus without distractions?
I pray we are not giving lip service, but we are personalizing our conversations with Him…We are praising Him for His love…thanking Him for all we have and all that is to come. To know all will be well no matter the circumstances and to be thankful.
The more we praise God and follow His commands the more we are blessed. He wants us to receive all He has…to trust in times of trials and to rejoice as we walk through our difficulties with Him.
He is our strength…so as we turn our thoughts and prayers to Him let us open our hearts and talk to our Father. Rejoice knowing He has heard our pleas and has already prepared the way….
Psalm 29:1-2 Ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. Give to the Lord the glory
due to His name; worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.
He hears all our conversations…and answers…Praise God!
Smiles & Blessings,
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Meeting Our Goals
What joys we have in each new day as we prepare for new opportunities or just cleaning a closet. When our thoughts and feelings are aligned with the Lord we are walking in His light. It is through His love we are lifted up with spiritual energy as we go about our day
We are instilled with a get-up-and-go that drives us to new levels; our Lord wants us to succeed in every aspect of our lives and to shine for God. We do this by being honorable in our decision making, meeting goals with a compassionate heart and being humble as we accomplish the smallest of chores.
We can also raise our level of devotion to God through daily prayers and conversation, continued Bible studies and the enjoyment of Christian fellowship. Let’s show the world how a lifestyle of living within God’s commands can sustain us through struggles and fill us with His love in times of joy.
Life is not always easy or comfortable; however we find solace in His care as we grow in our Christian maturity. So whether we are cleaning closets or embarking on new adventures let’s go forth with a heart filled with His compassion and grace as we take up the challenge of this day.
1 Corinthians 16:13-14, 23 Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. Do everything in love...The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you.
Allow God to be ever present in your life; allow your heart to overflow with His peace; allow the Holy Spirit to seal you with His love.
Smiles & Blessings,
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors
We are instilled with a get-up-and-go that drives us to new levels; our Lord wants us to succeed in every aspect of our lives and to shine for God. We do this by being honorable in our decision making, meeting goals with a compassionate heart and being humble as we accomplish the smallest of chores.
We can also raise our level of devotion to God through daily prayers and conversation, continued Bible studies and the enjoyment of Christian fellowship. Let’s show the world how a lifestyle of living within God’s commands can sustain us through struggles and fill us with His love in times of joy.
Life is not always easy or comfortable; however we find solace in His care as we grow in our Christian maturity. So whether we are cleaning closets or embarking on new adventures let’s go forth with a heart filled with His compassion and grace as we take up the challenge of this day.
1 Corinthians 16:13-14, 23 Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. Do everything in love...The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you.
Allow God to be ever present in your life; allow your heart to overflow with His peace; allow the Holy Spirit to seal you with His love.
Smiles & Blessings,
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors
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