Glory to God Forever!

It's official. September 17th, 2011, I will be baptized. My life will forever be changed. I've waited for this day for a very long time and I'm very happy and excited about this decision. It's been a long time coming... I've embraced churches, run away from them...but I've finally found my church home and I'm committed now more than ever to Christ.

I've struggled in the past with my appearance, my weight, my eczema, my broad shoulders, my "softball arms and thighs" but I'm coming into my own and have really realized that God created me as I am and that is nothing to be ashamed of. Let's face it... pitchers HAVE to have strong legs and thighs...and that's the way the cookie crumbles. ;) No shame here.

I've accepted God as my first love. Which was pointed out to me by my good friend Carey. As I vented to her about wanting to have a stable job and life, a husband and children.... she pointed this out to me (that God should be our first love) and it was so painfully obvious.... I can't believe I never realized it sooner. God sent his only son to die for my sins. For me. For you. The veil has been removed, (no pun intended) and I was quick to diminish my desire for the moment (for having the perfect job or boyfriend,etc...) I have fallen in love with God, it's a love I know will last forever.

Of course, some days are struggles and some are not, but I know I will always get through. The power of prayer is quite tremendous and astonishing. I've learned to be completely honest with the Lord and thanking him and letting him know what I need and asking for guidance. After all, he already knows what I'm about to say, no sense in not saying it!

I cannot wait for September 17th!

The perfect song for the moment is this: Glory to God Forever

Before the world was made
Before you spoke it to be
You were the King of Kings
Yeah you were, yeah you were
And now you're reigning still

Enthroned above all things
Angels and saints cry out
We join them as we sing

Glory to God
Glory to God
Glory to God forever

Creator God you gave
Me breath so I could praise
Your great and matchless name
All my days all my days
So let my whole life be
A blazing offering
A life that shouts and sings
The greatness of our King

Take my life and let it be
All for You and for Your glory
Take my life and let it be Yours

AMEN!