"For we
ourselves were once foolish, disobedient, led astray, slaves to various
passions and pleasures, passing our days in malice and envy, hated by
others and hating one another. But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us richly through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that being justified by his grace we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life." -Titus 3:3-7
Hello to all of my lovely readers, and happy new year! I hope that everyone had a wonderful and safe NYE celebration - it ended all too soon with both holidays being smack dab in the middle of the week.
I came across this blog on Facebook earlier, and I wanted to share it with you. Although there are no affiliations, it still is a good read about not jumping from one "safety blanket" to the next when you're in your twenties. There are a few exceptions to the rule - one couple in particular that were together almost six years before tying the knot, and are still together today. With that said, it is up to us to define how we want to live our lives - how we want to be perceived and remembered.
Do I want to be remembered as the girl who was engaged at nineteen and (thankfully) decided it wasn't the right time, or do I want to be remembered as a lady who helps children and adults communicate and function in this world? Do I want to be known for the boys I have kissed or the number of lives I have impacted in a Godly way? Do I want to be known as the fertile turtle who has four kids before her ten year high school reunion or the one who chooses to adopt a child in need? We tend to want to have a legally binding excuse to cuddle and make babies before we are truly mature enough and ready.
Now, let me say that all of those qualities can go both ways. Everyone is different - everyone has their own goals and their own path that they choose to walk. For me, the whole going to the chapel is enough to throw my nerves through a loop. As much as I would love to get married tomorrow to Mr. Right, there are some important things that cannot be overlooked. For starters, I'm not living on my own. After looking at my finances, I have logically realized that it would be impossible to make it on my own without a little help. After all, student loans are practically a mortgage payment and they aren't going away anytime soon. I refuse to submerse myself into credit card debt. I'm not going to fully rely on someone to support me. That's just asking for trouble.
For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. -Jeremiah 29:11
Lord, calm my anxious heart. With You all things are possible. You know my thoughts inside and out, and you know what's spinning through my head. Help me know that You are in control and You know what is best for me. Amen.
I came across this blog on Facebook earlier, and I wanted to share it with you. Although there are no affiliations, it still is a good read about not jumping from one "safety blanket" to the next when you're in your twenties. There are a few exceptions to the rule - one couple in particular that were together almost six years before tying the knot, and are still together today. With that said, it is up to us to define how we want to live our lives - how we want to be perceived and remembered.
Do I want to be remembered as the girl who was engaged at nineteen and (thankfully) decided it wasn't the right time, or do I want to be remembered as a lady who helps children and adults communicate and function in this world? Do I want to be known for the boys I have kissed or the number of lives I have impacted in a Godly way? Do I want to be known as the fertile turtle who has four kids before her ten year high school reunion or the one who chooses to adopt a child in need? We tend to want to have a legally binding excuse to cuddle and make babies before we are truly mature enough and ready.
Now, let me say that all of those qualities can go both ways. Everyone is different - everyone has their own goals and their own path that they choose to walk. For me, the whole going to the chapel is enough to throw my nerves through a loop. As much as I would love to get married tomorrow to Mr. Right, there are some important things that cannot be overlooked. For starters, I'm not living on my own. After looking at my finances, I have logically realized that it would be impossible to make it on my own without a little help. After all, student loans are practically a mortgage payment and they aren't going away anytime soon. I refuse to submerse myself into credit card debt. I'm not going to fully rely on someone to support me. That's just asking for trouble.
For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. -Jeremiah 29:11
Lord, calm my anxious heart. With You all things are possible. You know my thoughts inside and out, and you know what's spinning through my head. Help me know that You are in control and You know what is best for me. Amen.
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