thankfully praying

2-5-2015

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NIV
16 Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

just praise to your name for the beauty of each day and the joy that each one holds.  the days are like little capsules filled with grand surprises for me of the beautiful work that will reveal your name and spirit.  more importantly, that which will reveal your promises!^^

continually praying is sometimes difficult to remember, but having a list of things to pray for as each week progresses seems like it has been a good way for me to keep track of the many things that happen and the people around me that i care about and who i should always try to follow spiritually and to support spiritually.  it's necessary to pray when things are good and when things aren't so good and in this practice, i think i will learn much about how to dialogue with you.  i know though, that even seemingly bad circumstances have merit and that you will teach me out of them.

i think this happened just yesterday as i was slipping into a sort of complacency.  but in the quiz that i messed up on so badly, you definitely helped me to remember the importance of reading through my professor's emails COMPLETELY.  and to keep a slightly higher profile tab on the homework and balance.  that's evidently crucial as well.

and if i am rejoicing in everything, then people will truly see that your joy is within me, because that's unique to your disciples. may you continue to instill within me a true joy for You and for life thanks to comfort in your designs and power.  onward, i go :D