Silence???

 I am using this platform to try to help just one person who may be struggling.  My hope is that maybe I can show one person a better path and then it snowballs into something amazing.  Now it's time for some truth about myself.  I am going through a storm right now.  I am talking with God multiple times a day, but I have had no response.  Radio Silence is how I would describe it.  I know that God will never abandon me, and I will never stop talking to Him, but hearing nothing back is hard.  I am doing my best to stay on a path that He has put me on, but in all honesty that path is getting a little hazardous at times.  I have Faith that this is happening to prepare me for something else coming.  I also know that my time is not Gods, He does things on His schedule.  I just wish that I had an idea of where I am suppose to be headed, some clarity, and removal of obstacles on this path.  I suppose it doesn't work that way.  I will continue to let Jesus take the wheel, and just trust that things will be revealed to me when they are supposed to be.  Have you ever heard someone say "your silence is deafening?"  Not hearing anything back reminds me of when I put on my noise cancelling headphones.  It's a weird kind of silence, unnatural.  I hope that He decides to talk back soon, without Him I feel lost, and confused.  I will also say that no I have never heard actual spoken words from God, but it's hard to describe when you feel that response in other ways.  When I found the necklace with the Believe pendant on it, Walking away from a car crash that should have killed me and my wife, things like that.  How about something a little more uplifting.  Amy and I have felt this calling to help this community for awhile now.  There are so many people struggling in this world.  Homelessness  is rising daily, kids going hungry, veterans need assistance but being forgotten, this is just the tip of this iceberg.  Darkness is trying to take over this world.  We are going to be a light in this darkness, however we can't do it alone.  We need help not only from God but others as well.  We started a Go Fund Me to try to achieve this.  All funds raised will be applied to helping someone struggling.  Donations would be amazing, but if you know someone in need please reach out.  The greatest part of this is we have Bibles that will be distributed to all who want them.  I have an amazing Friend who has donated bibles and we have matched his order so we have several to give out.  Matt you are greatly appreciated for not only your advice, and friendship, but also unwavering Faith and willingness to help others.  Pinned at the top of my facebook page is the link to the Go Fund Me if you want to help.  Please even if you are feeling Radio Silence at this moment like I am, Don't lose Faith.  God will never abandon you, just be patient and prepare yourself for what is coming.  

In a World so Full of Darkness...

 Take a moment to look around and what do you see?  I know what I see.  Violence, Hatred, Persecution, Manipulation, Lies, Deception, and just inconceivable Darkness everywhere.  These things are happening worldwide not just in our little corner in the world.  Things look bleak at most times.  No way is it possible to find our way out of this Darkness.  I'm here to tell you that there is a way out, and a way to actually be a Light in this Darkness for others.  No I don't mean turning on your cell phone light.  It's actually more simple than that.  To be a light for this world in all this darkness it just takes Kindness, Humility, Mercy, Grace, Helping others, showing someone how Jesus can change their life.  The last one on that list is the most important and the easiest thing that you can do.  Accepting God into your life is as easy as 1.2.3.  Knowing in your heart that Jesus is the Son of God, and Died for all our Sins.  Letting Jesus take the wheel, giving up that need for control.  I was recently on a trip to Tennessee and the views I was able to see were breath taking.  I sat in a chair with a cup of coffee, btw I drink Black Coffee because that is the right way to enjoy it, back to my point, I would sit in the Darkness just waiting.  What I was waiting for was that Light to come up over those mountains, and make the Darkness disappear.  Guess what, just like clockwork that Light would creep over the Smokies and the Darkness would disappear.  A relationship with Jesus isn't that much different.  You can sit there in the Darkness, doing nothing, deserving nothing, cold and broken.  Then out of nowhere, like that sunrise, God will show you the light, and push that Darkness out of your life.  This is only possible because Jesus loved you so much that he took on all Sin for all of us.  He suffered so that we may have that chance to be in the Light.   Don't sit in that Darkness waiting for something to change.  God is there to show you that light, all you need to do is take it, then spread it to others.  Imagine what this world could be if we all took that light and spread it to others.  Before you know it that Darkness is gone. 

 

An Unexplained Interaction...

 Earlier this week while I was at work I had a very strange experience.  There are times in my job that I have to go around campus to drop off some stuff to departments.  I was on such a trip around campus and I experienced something that I can't fully explain.  I will try now as best I can.  I was on my way back to my office and I take this time to talk with God, even if its in silence.  These kids would probably panic if they saw me walking around talking to myself all day.  While I was in talks with God something happened inside my head.  I was fully aware of my surroundings and what was going on, but it was like I was taken somewhere else at the same time.  I saw what was could only be described as an Angel in my presence.  I was told that he was there to take me home.  I wasn't frightened and I can't even tell you what this Angel looked like, it's strange that certain details are so vivid and others aren't.  I asked Him a few questions before I wanted to go.  The first was "could I be taken around the world to see things that I would never get to see again?  Things like grand canyon, Australia, Paris, Jamaica because of our honeymoon, and so on."  The Angel laughed and said "that he could do that but the sights I was about to see would be way more amazing than any of those."  I asked "will my wife be there?"  He said "yes she is waiting for you."  I asked "will my sister be there, and again he said yes she is excited to see you again."  I asked about my unborn babies that were lost to miscarriage or other complications, he responded with "yes they are waiting for you."  Now is where things take a little turn for the worse.  I asked "is my father is there with my sister April?"  He responded with "he couldn't answer that one."  I asked "are my children are there waiting for me???"  The answer was "Some of them, but the others still had some time, however not a lot."  My final question was a silly one because I'm an idjit, "is the earth flat or a spinning ball?"  I'm not going to reveal that answer but if you read in scripture about the Firmament you can make your own assumption.  Then as quickly that this all began it ended, and I was just continuing my walk back to my office.  Now what is my point in all this?  When your time is up its up.  There is nothing more to be done.  There will be loved ones left behind because they were deceived or mislead.  While you still have time have a conversation with The Father, and ask him to change your perspective.  Let Jesus into your heart.  Tell everyone that you can your story, perhaps it will change another persons life.  Tomorrow is not promised, Life is a struggle, Let God lighten your yoke for you.  Lastly when that Angel comes to take you Home rejoice, and ask your questions, just be prepared for answers that you may not be ready for.  

We Are Imperfectly Perfect...

I have used this phrase in my life for a little while now.  I think it describes all people at all times in their lives.  It's not meant to be an insult or belittle anyone, but to be a simple encouragement.  This past Sunday Amy and I were sitting in church and our Pastor Adam touched on this phrase.  I will give you my interpretation of what I heard in my heart at that moment.  We are all an Imperfect person being shaped and molded by A Perfect God.  Every day we are shaped and molded by A Perfect God, rounding our rough edges and corners off of our Imperfect selves.  See none of us will ever be Perfect in our sense, but in Gods eyes we are.  There was only one Perfect Man in this world, He was and is Jesus Christ.  Only because of what Jesus did for us on that Cross are we able to be seen as Flawless in God's Eyes.  When God looks at us he sees Jesus, no matter how Imperfect we may actually be.  God Loves us unconditionally, He is slow to Anger, Quick to Forgive.  There is something happening in this world right now, all you have to do is take a look around.  It is not too late to go to God and ask for forgiveness, Repent of your Sins, and accept Jesus into your life, but time is running short.  Time is the one thing in life that you will never have too much of.  I have learned that lesson the hard way more than once.  You never know what waits around the corner, illness, car accident, botched surgery, squirrel mauling, anything.  Please if you haven't accepted Jesus into your life don't wait any longer.  God's Grace is given freely and you have nothing to be ashamed of.  The Blood of Jesus washed us all clean of our Sins, now run to The Father and change your life.  Remember we are all Imperfect, but our lives are constantly being reshaped by A Perfect Father.  

Adam Chose The Names of All Creatures...

 In the Book of Genesis God presented a new creation to Adam for him to name it.  Sometimes I sit back and think "How did He come up with some of these names?"  Lets take a deep dive into some of the silliest names of Animals.  There is a fish named boop boops, platypus, armadillo, boobies, wobbegong just to name a few.  I wonder if Adam was just messing with God sometimes, just to see if he would let it actually be named such things.  In return I think God might have been messing with Adam at times just to see if he could come up with a name for this crazy looking thing I just made.  Could you imagine the Arch Angels standing around watching God create these creatures and you have to tell The Father it's an amazing creation, He's The Father and Creator.  Later on in the Angelic break room they are all giggling at the humor of a platypus.  Michael looking at Gabriel and saying "Did you see that thing?"  These are the silly things that enter my head at times.  Too many people perceive Christianity or interactions with God have to be completely professional and sounding like a Shakespearian Play.  Everyone speaking in perfect Old English and dressed in formal wear.  I think this is what might push some away from a relationship with God and Jesus at times.  I don't remember anything in The Bible about making an appointment with God and be in your best suit to appear before Him.  God and Jesus tell you to come as you are.  Bring only your Faith and Belief in The Lord with you.  No possessions on this earth will impress them or change the way you are Loved by The Father and The Son.  No works that you do on this earth change anything either.  What I mean is you can donate to charity, feed the hungry, help the homeless, help all those in need, but without a true belief that Jesus is the Son of God and that He gave his Blood to wash you clean of your Sins, you will still not be allowed to enter Heaven.  John 3:16 states "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life."  This is may be the most prolific statement in the Bible.  You want a blueprint to eternal life, here you go.  It really is that simple.  Talk to God and Jesus at all times, ask questions, express your feelings, let them into your hearts and see where you are taken.   Keep in mind the answer you receive probably won't be the one you were wanting so you must be open to everything.  God's plan for you was put into motion before you took your first beath, and it is a Perfect Plan.  Remember, Life is a Journey, full of obstacles and choices.  When you are on this Journey God is with you, every step of the way, watching over you, loving and caring for you, even if you don't know it yet.   Be thankful and Pray to God, tell Him how grateful you are for it all.  

A Sad Week For Human Kind...

 This week has been a sad showing for human kind.  There is so much hate in this world right now.  I don't watch the news because it is full of bad things all around the world.  The problem is social media.  Social media is everywhere at all times.  This week was a remembrance of 911.  There were children killed in another school shooting in Colorado.  A woman was attacked and killed on a subway car while people did nothing to help her. Then a man was murdered for his beliefs on a college campus in Utah, and people celebrated this.  Evil in this world is a reality, and it is getting stronger by the minute.  Hatred is at an all time high.  Honestly this world is tearing itself apart, and that is exactly what the enemy wants to happen.  Satan wants to see the ultimate destruction of man.  There is nothing he desires more.  Now as Christians we have to be a light in this world of Darkness.  Jesus IS The Way, The Truth, And The Life.  The ONLY Way to The Father is Through HIM.  I am not going to be arrogant enough to say that The End of This World is Near, but you know what you are seeing and feeling deep down.  Not even Jesus knows when The Father will bring forth the end of days.  Look to God for help and Salvation.  Repent of your Sins.  You have to commune with The Lord through simple conversations or Prayer.  You MUST believe in your heart that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and that he Died for your Sins.  This world could end at any moment, and without Jesus in your Heart you will suffer for all eternity at the hands of an enemy who will take great pleasure in making you suffer.  Please if you haven't accepted Jesus into your life, and have questions just ask.  I am not a biblical scholar but I have a story to tell if you will listen.  I can also lead you to others who can help you as well.  A walk with God is easy to start, just ask him.  Talk with your Father and ask whatever you need to.  The Only way to fight this evil and hatred in this world is to be that light for everyone.  Please keep all of these peoples families in your prayers.  

Moving is Painful...

 Recently we have been tasked with finding a new home.  It's a long story so I won't bore you with those details, just know it's nothing bad.  Amy and I searched everywhere, daily, in hopes of finding a place that would check all the boxes on our wish list.  Simple things like a Olympic size swimming pool, robotic cleaning service, private masseuse, and 2 bathrooms.  You get it right, simple requests.  After a little while we both started to become discouraged.  So we did what we should do with everything in our lives and that was Hand it over to God.  Let Him show us where to go from here.  Then this home in a quiet little neighborhood popped up for us to find.  It's a little smaller in some ways, but big enough.  We secured this place on Friday of the Labor Day weekend.  This was perfectly placed while I was on vacation.  No rest for the wicked, lol.  I am actually Thankful that it worked out this way. We have been able to get so much stuff moved over already.  Yes we are all tired and sore, but the reward will be great.  This will be a new beginning for us all, a fresh start.  This was all part of God's Amazing Perfect Plan.  My point is that we were struggling with finding the right place, or the right thing to do.  All we had to do was one simple thing, and that was to give it to God.  Whether you are struggling with a move, job issues, life issues, anything, until you Give it to God it will be a struggle.  God will lighten your Yoke and take away those stresses, and the weight it brings with it.  Let Him have it all, and see how your life will change.  Asking for help from The Father is so easy, and He wants to help you.  Now the wish list we had was not what we found, but this place is even better, because it was a Gift from God.  A Real Blessing from The Lord.  Now I will be asking God that this one might be opossum free.