be thankful

I got this from an email from a friend and thought of posting it in my blog because of how it inspired me to be thankful on whatever circumstances I am faced up against.  So here ya go!
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Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire.  If you did, what would there be to look forward to?

Be thankful when you don’t know something, for it gives you the opportunity to learn.

Be thankful for the difficult times.  During those times you grow.

Be thankful for your limitations, because they give you opportunities for improvement.

Be thankful for each new challenge because it will build your strength and character.

Be thankful for your mistakes.  They will teach you valuable lessons.

Be thankful when you’re tired and weary, because it means you’ve made a difference.

It’s easy to be thankful for the good things.  A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who are also thankful for the setbacks.  Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.  Find a way to be thankful for your troubles, and they can become your blessings.
Have a great weekend ahead!! :)

while I'm waiting

Another favorite song of mine... this time it's about waiting on the Lord for His will, plan and purpose in my life. This was from the movie "Fireproof" it made me cry buckets watching that movie even if I'm not yet married! Here is the music video and the lyrics as well.

John Waller - While I'm Waiting (Official Music Video) from Provident Label Group on Vimeo.

I'm waiting
I'm waiting on You, Lord
And I am hopeful
I'm waiting on You, Lord
Though it is painful
But patiently, I will wait

I will move ahead, bold and confident
Takeing every step in obedience
While I'm waiting
I will serve You
While I'm waiting
I will worship
While I'm waiting
I will not faint
I'll be running the race
Even while I wait

I'm waiting
I'm waiting on You, Lord
And I am peaceful
I'm waiting on You, Lord
Though it's not easy
But faithfully, I will wait
Yes, I will wait
I will serve You while I'm waiting
I will worship while I'm waiting
I will serve You while I'm waiting
I will worship while I'm waiting
I will serve you while I'm waiting
I will worship while I'm waiting on You, Lord

still

I'm contemplating on this song... and it just hit me.  With all the happenings in my life, the trying times: meaning challenges or struggles may it be in the work place, family or personal life... all I need to do is to be STILL and know that God is in control. 

HIDE ME NOW
UNDER YOUR WINGS
COVER ME
WITHIN YOUR MIGHTY HAND

* WHEN THE OCEANS RISE AND THUNDERS ROAR
I WILL SOAR WITH YOU ABOVE THE STORM
FATHER, YOU ARE KING OVER THE FLOOD
I WILL BE STILL AND KNOW YOU ARE GOD

FIND REST MY SOUL
IN CHRIST A – LONE
KNOW HIS POW’R
IN QUIETNESS AND TRUST
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