Tuesday

If only this picture was an accurate description of February 24, 2009.

Today has been one of those days. The weather is sad, and I am in extreme need of motivation. There is much to do before I venture overseas to Nicaragua, but my mind can't seem to focus on anything else. "I Saw What I Saw" by Sara Groves just began playing. How ironic. I have frequently kept its lyrics on repeat in my mind these days. A perfect song to prepare my heart for a missions trip. Four more days.

Beautifully Overwhelming

A lack of faith consumed me

and the devil found it amusing,

yet somehow You found me strong.

The strength I was using was Yours.

And You told me I could keep it

as long as You exist,

and Your existence lasts forever

so how could I resist?

A love I had never felt before.

A love that opened the door

that I always knew was there,

but whenever I tried to crack it

I'd get scared.

And, it's all so overwhelming.

All the battles You have won.

It's all so beautifully overwhelming.

All the light You have shone

on a world that's full of darkness.

A world that filled my heart.