Morning Reflection: Because God Sees

Morning thoughts: There are many choices in life we must make. We all choose a certain way to act, to speak, to respond , to be. Whether it be with our spouses, our families, friends or co-workers or just by ourselves. For me, in my life, I choose those actions knowing with all certainty that the eyes of God sees everything.  Think about that awesomeness. The eyes of God see everything. This truth has guided me, inspired me, charted my daily course and steered my direction. Am I perfect? No. Do I fail miserably? Yes. Terribly.  But one thought sustains me. I know the eyes of God are loving and forgiving. I wrap myself in the warmth of that knowledge and I go on each day.. And with all certainty, I know I am perfect in His eyes.

Call Him Crazy or Call Him Lord- Who Do You Say He Is?

     I have been and always will be a Christian. I have always lived with the knowledge that I have absolutely no doubt in my mind I will enter heaven when I die.
I will do so, not by my own worthiness, but only through the merits of Jesus Christ, my Savior, who paid the price for my soul’s redemption through his death on the cross. I have lived with my faith all through childhood always knowing it was there, but not until adulthood have I studied it and embrace it as truth.
      There are many who have different views of Jesus. Muslims believe He was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, ascended to heaven and will return to our planet at the end of history--but they do not believe that he was divine. Many Buddhists and Hindus view him as an enlightened teacher. Many Jews see him as a brilliant rabbi. My view is similar to that of the great CS Lewis. “Either this man was, and is, who he said he is; the Son of God: or else a madman, liar or something worse. You can shut Him up for a fool, you can spit at Him and kill Him as a demon; or you can fall at His feet and call Him Lord and God.”
       I choose the latter because I believe the bible is not only a collection of historical facts that have been verified by archeology and paleontology; I also believe it to be the inspired revelation of God. A guidebook ,of sorts, for living life to it’s fullest, a refuge when in pain, suffering, and mourning, standards for our conduct, guidelines for knowing right from wrong, and principles to live by to help us in a confused society where so often "anything goes."  The plan of God for man and creation is truly awe inspiring.  I refuse to believe I am some meaningless creature evolved here out of some sponge. I can’t. There has to be more. I AM more. I am a child of the king! I believe my presence here on earth is proof of that. He is more than you and I can ever imagine.  For me, the answers to life and the universe have the all been laid out for us by the Christian God. Studying and reading His scriptures has brought me to a new level of understanding in His plan for us all. It is truly a fascinating story and I encourage you to read it. Start with the Gospel of John or the Book of Romans. It will blow you away.  In Jesus I have found my answers. I look forward to the day I go to heaven. You may ask, "What does she know about Heaven, anyway? Has she ever been there? I will answer by saying, "No, but I have a very good Friend who has. He’s been there and came to earth to tell us about it and someday He will return” . Will you be ready?

For more on my thoughts of this you can read my blog here:  http://bubalas-view.blogspot.com/p/my-faith-journey.html

What Would Jesus Do?

"Do not lay up for yourselves treasures upon earth……. "No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other…..Be on your guard against every form of greed…. Owe nothing to anyone……Give to him who asks of you…..”

Jesus was radical in his messages to the people of his day. His words

are still radical in their message to us regarding financial and stewardship matters! He reminds us of the dangers of “loving” money and lives controlled by wants. He speaks about giving that shows where our hearts truly are found. And, he encourages us to keep our eyes on God rather than the latest fad or fashion.  Faced with choices every day, we constantly choose between the ways of the world and “another way of living.”

…….. ..TOSS IN THE CAN or RECYCLE THE CAN?

……… SECOND HELPING or HELPING THE HUNGRY?

……… COLLECT MORE or SHARE MORE?

……… GO FOR A WALK or SIT AND WATCH TV?

……….BUY NOW or SAVE TO BUY?

It’s vital that when we face the little and big stewardship choices of each day, we listen carefully to that still, small voice that whispers………….

“What would Jesus do?”

What will you do?

Brought By A Dream- For John

Originally written as a song played on my guitar for my husband, John 1978

I've searched for you everywhere.
In crowded streets, though faces so blank.
In passing cars, maybe even went as far
as looking through lines at the bank.

You're that special man I've never met
but knew I would recognize as mine.
By how you walked, the difference in the way you talked,
how you smiled, even how your eyes would shine.

You see, I've dreamed of you for so long a time
that I created your image in the back of my mind.
Just waiting for you to come to life for me
to prove not all dreams die in the face of reality.

but rather...

Breathe and walk in my direction
and rescued me from the false loves who came before.
All the trials that I endured for your sake
because I was sure you'd be worth it, that and so much more.

And how true it was when I first saw you
I left imagination far behind.
My dreams were brought from inside
and brought me love..uncomplicated and mine.

Now I know all of those dreams were meant to come true
cause they are standing by my side, all here within you.
For I found them all when you came to life for me
and proved that not all dreams die in the face of reality.