Musing on our Matchless God… When you think about the fact that there is said to be approximately 150 billion stars in our galaxy, and scientists believe there are over a billion other galaxies, the God who created all this, is capable of taking care of our needs.  The issue is how do we trust that the Spirit is at work in your life? How do we see God’s invisible nature becoming manifest in our everyday experiences. Watch for God, God is watching you.

Pastor Moffett

During my prayer time this morning, I came across this quote by Helen Keller. She said, “I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; I will not refuse to do something I can do.” Today, we have an opportunity to do something for ourselves or for others that will can serve as a tool of empowerment. When I take the time to blog, it is an effort to mine out the wisdom that is within those who respond.  It is my a way I seek to empower others because when we are functioning at capacity our God is glorified, people are blessed and we are satisfied. What might empowerment look like for you and why?

Pastor Moffett

Can you relate to “the little engine that could”?

Recently, I preached on the topic, “Character Building Blocks.” In this Message we focused on the elements that build character. Attitude and actions that are fueled by our attitudes were two of the building blocks.  In this message, I used the example of the children’s story about the” little engine that could.”  I shared numerous examples of what happens when we truly walk the talk in believing that with God’s help we can do anything. The joy and peace experienced with a positive attitude far outweighs what happens when we choose to always sing the “somebody done me wrong song”.

As I explored this topic we were reminded of the Scripture,  Galatians 5:22-23 that reads

“^22″But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, ²³gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”

Through the reading of Scripture and reflection of my personal journey, I see the affects my own attitude has had on where I am today. I cannot help but wonder how many doors would not have opened or how many relationships I would have missed if I did not try hard to possess  positive attitudes that generate positive actions? So much of the joy we experience comes from the attitudes we possess. Do yourself a favor right now… stop and take a candid look at what may be stopping you from experiencing true joy?

What can you do differently to be more like the little engine that could? Let’s dialogue, I’d love to hear your experiences.

Imagine that you have on ear plugs or ear buds…pause for a second and listen. Do you hear a melody or tune? What song is your life singing in this new season?

My husband, Mondre’ is a musician. I have learned a lot listening to him teach and lecture  various students.  I remember him saying that music simply put is “melody, harmony and rhythm.” We are able to detect certain songs based on these three elements. They form a noticeable pattern, as it were that makes them unique and distinct.

In some ways our lives are like music. There are certain patterns and sounds made by us that make each of us unique. If we pause for just a moment we may discover some of the melodies that we sing that are pleasing to God and us. Listen closely and we may take note of other tunes that do not resonate with God. Sometimes there may be places in our lives that lack resolution and circumstances that are not yet addressed or put to rest. Based on my personal experiences, I have found sometimes the song we hear relates to the season we’re in.

Now, if you were to upload a tune  today… What song is your life singing?

Let’s dialogue. Share your comments.

Are you open to a new life? As I  think about spring being a few days away,  new life comes to mind.

When I was growing up, the girls in our family had to take music lessons. We were not asked if we wanted to or not. Our parents insisted that we do so. I never really took to playing the piano, I’d much rather sing and act and my music teacher expanded my curriculum so that I could do both. What I learned from the performing arts was that it takes time to develop into a mature artist. When I would first be given a piano piece to play or an aria to sing, I would study just a few measures at a time. After taking small steps one set of measures at a time, eventually the piece would come together and sound like a composer wrote it.

Our spiritual growth happens much that way.  Just as a plant does not become a rose overnight, but over time, trust that God is establishing our spiritual roots  and in time the full fruit of this season will come forward.
This week I ask you to take the time to pay attention to the positive changes and signs of growth in your life.

In what ways do you see new life springing forth in you?

Today, it snowed.  In looking out of my window, I realized that  snow covered the trees, the lawn and even the roads. Snow totals are estimated over six inches  in the Triad area. In anticipation of large amounts of snow, I surfed television channels  to hear just how much  snow  had fallen.  As I went from one news story to the next, the message was the same,  “drive slowly.”  I could not help but wonder… When are the times in our lives that God may be telling us to “drive slowly?”

Too often our days move so quickly that we never take the time to pause and reflect. Snow days give us that time to pause, re-energize and see where we are on our journey.  As you sip on your favorite hot drink and enjoy the winter season, can you think of any areas of your life that you may need to listen to that small voice that says, “drive slowly?”  Let me hear from you.