Having an Overcoming Spirit...

Amazing that when your heart is opening to receiving a message, you will really hear it.

I listened to Brian Houston's message (Pastor of Hillsong) about having an overcoming spirit.  You will understand from my previous posts that I have been thinking lately about making some changes in my life for the sake of my health.  I have spoken to some close friends and family and have gotten some great advice.  In listening to Ps. Brian's message he talks about having the kind of spirit that can overcome any obstacle that you come across in your life.  There is no doubt about the obstacle I'm facing at the moment, but what a strong message in that alone....having an OVERCOMING SPIRIT!  We are made for so much more and to settle for 2nd best, to me, is saying that you don't deserve to give yourself a chance at something better.

I have family asking me where do I find the time to do things.  My answer is always...I DON'T HAVE THE TIME, I JUST GET ON WITH IT...I am always overlapping priorities or everything is a priority.  I don't think I am a "yes" person, however my actions say otherwise.  I'd like to think that I can say No, but putting into practice is another thing.  I refuse to allow my service to God be a "bother" to me and my family.  I believe strongly that every moment counts in His book.  But I am thankful that He has given me the awareness to pick up on situations that are not quite right.

Having an Overcoming Spirit....Ps. Brian goes on further to talk about Galatians 6:9 where it talks about not growing weary in doing good but we will reap the rewards as long as we do not give up.  Understanding this scripture I felt a spirit of peace come over me.  Do not grow weary.  Don't worry.  Everything will be fine.  Just focus more on God and what His plan is for me and everything will fall into place.

Today watching a pre-recorded episode of American Idol, there was something in what Jennifer Lopez said to a contestant that made a lot of sense to me.  Last week a contestant was sent home, but the judges stepped in and used their one and only save to keep him in the competition.  I was soooo happy because this kid is awesome!!!  But what she said in last night's show was about other very talented contestants were sent home and she lost sleep over that.  But their (judges) decision to use their only save to keep Casey on was a decision that helped her to sleep through the night again.  How wonderful was that!  to be able to make a decision in your life where you would be able to sleep peacefully!!!....

Since delivering my message at camp some weeks ago about making a decision that will change your life, my spirit has been stirring so much about the decisions I need to make in my life.  Most importantly the decision to take care of me...my health.   This is so hard.  I spoke to my dad the other night.  He shared with me in a very stern voice I might add, his concern for me taking on too much.  He said to me that when we go up to Auckland to visit, I should be resting but instead I work (my photography gig)...I know I do create a lot of work for myself...but it's things that I really enjoy.  I am looking forward to the message tomorrow at church, I am expecting more "spiritual advice" to help me with making the right decisions for me and my family.

In the meantime...I will head back to finishing off my chores and then working on my assignment due next week. :)  It's such a beautiful day today....

Watch this space for some great messages I will share with you... xx