The Mountain

My ascent up the mountain was exciting and the steepness grueling, but it was worth the effort. Preacher and I were given the opportunity yesterday to ascend the hill that is on our friends 14 acre property. It was breath taking at parts (literally) because of such a steep climb, but when we reached the pipeline that goes into Aberdeen it was not so steep anymore. The pipeline is a great place to pray from to cover the entire city and to rejoice in what the Lord is doing. I found myself and Preacher turning around a little earlier than planned, but that was alright we stopped and worshiped the Creator in the middle of a tree alcove. I couldn't help myself but to sing. Depending on if the weather holds up today, I may try to climb again.

I was reminded last night as I was reading that those with clean hands and a pure heart may ascend the hill of the Lord. So I want to encourage others to make the trip and climb the hill of the Lord and worship and praise Him the entire way up! And remember it is okay to stop to catch your breath, but you must keep going or you could end up wanting to quit before you reach the top. The top is worth seeing and experiencing so keep pushing yourself and ask for help when you need it. I found Preacher to be a great asset on that steep climb. I held on to his leash and he would leap forward four or five steps (to the end of the leash) and then wait to for me. He had a lot of strength and that helped pull me a few steps forward at a time. God is more faithful than my dog, so when you need help up the mountain call on Him to help give you a hand by pulling you up a few steps at a time until you reach the top. Then give Him praise and listen to His heart for those He loves.

Desires

As I spent time reading some of my friends blogs, I was in the realization of some of the desires of my heart. Oh, that I might fulfill my destiny and run this race set before me. So I find myself also thinking about some of the if questions I think some of us face like: Who is the one God has chosen for me? When will I meet them and will I know? How long until that someone will walk into my life? Time isn't standing still what about kids? And there are many more questions and not a whole lot of answers ... yet. I trust that my awesome Creator will answer these and so many more. And I realize it's in His timing and not mine. I'm desperately seeking His face and in that process all my desires and questions will receive answers, so I must remain content right where I'm at. I want to encourage the young men and women to wait for the one He has chosen for you and ask you to remain faithful to your future spouse and family. Don't do things that will cause you to compromise! If I can do it so can you! Trust me there were days that were hard, but God was faithful to remind me that He has chosen someone just for me. I will continue my wait while running my race!