"Whatever Your Doing" (Something Heavenly)

Have you ever read a verse in the bible that maybe you had read a hundred time before but this one time it really moves you? I have been reading God's word for the majority of my 34 years. Something that I have taken for granted. I know we all hear about men and women all over the world that die just to get a small copy of the book that sits on my shelf gathering dust!! I rarely have to say " Where is my bible" because if I can't find the one that I usually use, there are 4 or 5 more on the shelf to grab. I think I have been asleep or in at least in a daze for most of my life. I come from a multi-generational Christian family. That in it self is such a blessing! To feel secure that most of your extended family knows God and will spend eternity in heaven is very comforting. I think, though, sometimes you become complacent in that role. When you feel secure that those closest to you are not in need of salvation, you tend to forget what living and dying to Christ means. I don't think I have ever had to "sacrifice" for my faith. I don't think I have ever really felt God's love and grace in my life. Until recently...

God is real in my life. There is a peace there that has never been before. I couldn't say that a month ago. Our God is a truly amazing God. He takes you to exactly the places you need to go and will pursue you unto the ends of the earth. God has really spoken to me over the last couple of weeks. He has opened my heart to a brand new kind of love. I think for the first time in my life, I can feel God's presence and definitely His love. I am so thankful that He can bring you to your knees!! He takes what you give Him on the chin and gets right back up and wraps his arms around you. There is no running away from Him. GRACE!! I love that word!! It means so much to me!! I feel so honored to be able to say that I have experienced grace in a profound way!! My God is real to me and I LOVE Him!!! I don't want to take anything for granted now!! My God, my family, my friends, my church!! I love them all!!

I want to share the verse that has struck such a chord with me.. I pray that it blesses you as well!!

Psalm 119:129

"Your statutes are wonderful;
therefore I obey them.
The unfolding of your words gives light;
it gives understanding to the simple.
I open my mouth and pant;
longing for your commands.
Turn to me and have mercy on me,
as you always do to those who love your name.
Direct my footsteps according to your word;
let no sin rule over me.
Redeem me from the oppression of men,
that I may obey your precepts.
Make your face shine upon your servant
and teach me your decrees.
Streams of tears flow from my eyes,
for your law is not obeyed.