Before My World Awakes

In my house I am just about the only one who enjoys early mornings...it's not because I set my alarm or anything, I just wake up...usually between 4:30 and 5:00. I've learned that this is probably a self preservation thing...it allows me to have time all by myself. This time is extremely important because it affords me the opportunity to do my quiet time, journaling, blogging, and bible reading...uninterupted!

This may not seem like a big deal to most of you, but it's huge to me! On the days where I don't get to do this I am living undirected...things are just about a half a bubble off! I haven't allowed myself to be still, listen, and be guided by the Holy Spirit. Not a way that I want to "do life!"

Even though I constantly seek the will of the Father throughout each day, the mornings are always supreme! Maybe this has significance because with each new dawn comes another day - filled with the mercy and grace of our Lord. Another day given to me to try and make some difference in this world. Another day to be able to speak His name and grow in His love!

If you start the day off with things in the right perspective, success will soon follow! So...I'm off to another day! Be blessed!

Love,
Momma Moose

Blessings...and Hope For The Future

It's been quite a while since my last post, but the "lazy days of summer" aren't really that lazy! During the last month I've been so amazed at the blessings of our Father and the stirred up hearts of our youth...it just astounds me! I was fortunate enough to be able to attend one of the services during the Submerge Summer Camp for our Refuge group at San Destin. From the moment they opened the doors and the teenagers came pouring in, there was an energy present...this energy was more than just excitement. It was none other than the Holy Spirit, fueled by the power of our Savior, manifesting itself in the hearts and minds of tomorrow's generation. These young men and women were on fire, pumped up, and basking in the love of Jesus Christ. The leaders planned, and more importantly executed, such a fantastic evening of games, strong "expresso" worship, and then Reverend Spike delivered a great message quoting the apostle Paul and his specific guidance to Timothy about being young, but also being respected by his elders. What a blessing it was for me to be able to be witness to such an event!

After the summer camp, we're back to the same routine, but with a twist! Now many of the Refuge members are gearing up for the mission trip to L.A. Dream Center. Morning prayer is an integral part of their preparation. To see these young people getting up at the crack of dawn, placing themselves in the secret place where God can speak into their lives, and realizing that this is what it is all about is truly a blessing! The discipline that they have in this area is something that can only come from the Father...because I remember when I was 16 or 17 years old...getting up at 5:00 a.m. to be at church for 6:00 a.m. was not my idea of fun!

I know that Jesus will take them from great to greater during this trip. He will broaden their insight into the work of the Kingdom, He will strengthen their faith, He will increase and they will decrease! To be able to observe the changes in this group is a blessing to me!

Till later,
Momma Moose