Well hello there!
I wanted to start off by saying that I’ve been thinking about you a lot lately. Yes, YOU! You – the reason I sit in front of the screen and tap fingers to little black keys.
I wanted to start off by saying that I’ve been thinking about you a lot lately. Yes, YOU! You – the reason I sit in front of the screen and tap fingers to little black keys.
Call me crazy but to me, there’s nothing like pursuing God together – nothing like taking God at His Word together – nothing like digging in, connecting hearts and living lives together. Nothing. For reasons beyond my understanding, God has knit your heart to mine through these short posts that I’ve written … so I think of you, and I wonder what God wants to teach us next – together.
Some of you, after reading this post , said that you’d join in on the “Face to the Floor Challenge”. Can you believe it’s already been 30 days? Do you mind me asking how’s it going? Have you stayed strong by bending low? Wait. Before you answer – throw all thoughts of legalism out the door. I’m not asking if you committed perfectly. I just want to know how He’s stretched you, how He’s made Himself known to you and how it’s affected your day-to-day?
For me, the challenge was not in the start of my day. Yes – I’ve learned to start my day low, but what about when I get up? How do I go about staying low and walking? I’ll save that for the next post. Instead … let’s go straight to …
Today’s challenge: I know you usually don’t like talking back (a.k.a. commenting) but would you indulge me today? Time to get vulnerable! If you took the “Face to the Floor Challenge”, tell me about it. If you didn’t, give me three words that describe where you are right now in you walk with Jesus. Ready, Go!
Sherri says
Where am I on this walk. Some days it seems so easy while others it seems almost impossible. Starting over at 36 is rough but its worth it. I am trusting even a little more , growing and trying desperatly to put the pieces of me together with god who is the only reason I am still here today.
Carrie Rogers says
Sherri – it is a brave thing to do: starting over at 36. But, yes! It's worth it. God knows exactly what to do with your pieces … what delight He must feel knowing that His beloved daughter has come home! Love you!!
Urbita says
I didn't take the challenge, and I'm not sure I can just say it in 3 simple words, but I will share where I am in my walk. I am finally, finally, finally starting to allow myself to bask in His love. For years, since my return to Him as the prodigal daughter, I have felt unworthy of it and have not fully allowed myself that joy. Recently, something has clicked, though, and I realized that it doesn't matter if I think I'm worthy. What matters is that He thinks I'm worthy; He thinks I am worth His life.
Carrie Rogers says
"What matters is that He thinks I'm worthy" … Urba – so good!! Thank you for throwing yourself out there. You aspire me to push for more!
Allison says
Again – you have gifted me with some great dialogue and intimacy with my Creator by even posing the question…WE had a good morning talking about it 😉 I did not take the challenge ~ which may explain my 3 words…and not that I didn't love the idea and I DID DO it some days but I have rationalized excusing myself from some things due to the first 6 months of a new child in the home. My wise mentor reminded me to give myself some "grace" right now – although she DID NOT mean spiritual disciplines. So I missed out this month. But though "I am faithless, HE IS FAITHFUL." As I charter these waters navigating new schedules and routines here are my three words: COMMITTED (but want to be passionate), PRESENT (He's everywhere even when He's had my leftovers the last 6 months and He's shown Himself in tiny fingers, late night feedings and the joy associated with a child), HUMBLED (Thats me that His mercies are new every day and He's ready to infuse incredible life into me today and every day going forward.) – sorry – 3 words…ok maybe 300 😉
Carrie Rogers says
Al – "Faithless" is not a word I would ever attach to your name. You inspire me ALL THE TIME! I love your words and I think they speak so sweetly of your heart for Him. You're intentional in every way and I love that about you. And boy, do I ever know how different things are with a new little one! Thanks for talking back. Love you, my friend!
Anonymous says
I took the challenge! I printed it off and put it up on my bathroom mirror. It has been such a positive experience for me to submit to Him and understand that God is in control and has a plan for me. I think it has changed the way I interact with my small children and just gives me so much peace and hope. I love starting my day focused on God and this challenge is something I hope to continue as it is encouraging in my faith and trust in God.
Thank you,
Melissa
Carrie Rogers says
Melissa – I am a "put it up on my bathroom mirror" kind of girl too. I need things literally right in front of my face to keep me focused! God is so good to make Himself known to us, isn't He? Thanks for sharing!
Dagmar Mueller says
Where I am at in my walk with God? Hmmmmmm…… I am not sure I can put this in words really. I am at a whole new level of getting to know him. Everytime i think I got this figuring out his will for my life there is a new twist and turn. The biggest lesson I am trying to understand or better wrap my mind around is that in this moment in out lifes he is not answering in the clear cut ways he used to. So I am kind of lost at words. But I am feeling my way through it and I think what he is saying that sometimes we find his will not in open or closed doors, not in the feeling of peace about a situation but he just actually just asks us what we want and leaves it to us to pick the right way for ourselves because he knows already we will pick the right way because by now we have gotten so much one that we will choose the right path. And as I write this out in all humbleness i am doing some deep breathing since it just sounds so arrogant. But I think this is what I am learning right now. There is a point in our walk where God lets his kids loose because he knows we will choose the right path, like a parent does with a teenager. Does that make sense? Makes me feel like a teenager too, exited and still so scared ! So ….. not three words but lots of rambling…. 🙂 Hugs from Germany! You are international now with your blog… 🙂
Carrie Rogers says
hello to my favorite German friend! … and maybe His will is more about what He's doing in you than granting you answers for life's circumstances. Yes. He cares about the details and direction we take in life, but I think He cares more about our character, our transforming to look more like Jesus, than anything else. I know God is using this time of uncertaintly to mold you, my friend. Fire is hot but it makes us nice and shiny in the end. Hugs to you!!
Rene' says
I'm a little late posting, but better late than never! I did not take the challenge, and couldn't decide which 3 letter phrase to post, so I have posted several three word phrases to describe where I am in my walk.
GOD IS GOOD.
HE IS WORTHY.
I AM LOVED.
I CHOOSE SURRENDER.
I CHOOSE PRUNING.
I AM AVAILABLE.
HE LEADS ME.
I WILL FOLLOW.
HERE AM I.
LORD, SEND ME.
Carrie Rogers says
OOOOOO – Rene'! Thank you for your words. They expose your heart in such a beautiful way. Love you, friend!