I'm expecting for dh and I to be launched out into the ministry the Lord called us to.
I'm expecting God to use us more through our giving.
I'm expecting my children to serve the Lord with fervor and passion.
I'm expecting that my family will continue to remain healthy and strong.
I'm expecting for this forum (CF) to become the best forum on this site, with some more amazing people who love the Lord and are excited about His coming!
I'm so glad to see your list and that you expect God to do something in 08..Without a vision the people perish
I'm so glad to see you have a list too.
The bible says...
“Write down the vision and make it plain on tablets so that whoever reads it may run with it.” [Habakkuk 2:2-3]
I'm just going to to invite God to come in and have his way..
And, that's all God wanted to hear you say.....
Sometimes we try to do things our own way and in doing so, we find ourselves not in the position to be blessed of God. When we let God have His way in our lives, we learn to remove our wants and learn to receive because God already knows what our 'NEEDS' are.
The power of God is for ALL His children, not for a select few
Therefore, get into Position!
I'll be praying for you, sis....all is well!
I'm not expecting anything.
I'm tired of hearing people say "this is your/my year" etc. I have been hearing that line all my life and I'm really tired of it.
I feel like every time I "expect" something and try to have all my ducks in a row... nothing happens (at least happen the way I thought it would).
It's not even about lack of vision. For me personally, it's more about really trying to depend on God more. I'm realizing that I need help with that. I'm trying to find the line between being responsible and hard working on my part, and just depending on & trusting in God.
I'm not expecting anything anymore. There are things that I want in my life but I'm to a point where I don't even know how to ask God for it... or if I should even ask God for it. I'm just going to to invite God to come in and have his way...
Like I said before, don't let the enemy discourage you. Don't put God on the back burner....let Him be Lord over your life, completely. For He has need of you to be an open vessel, meet for the Master's use and prepared for a good work!I take it that Dreamer and Nice & Wavy can sense my discouragement. Ummmm...yeah
I guess I'm at a point in my life where (like everyone else) I've had experiences that I've prayed for certain outcomes to happen and they didn't. In fact, the exact opposite happened in many cases. During the times I prayed for them, I really felt and believed that I wanted these things in my life. There are things that I too had asked for many years ago and it has not come to pass. I don't doubt God...it's either in His timing or it was not meant for me to have. There were some things that I asked for, no..that I begged for and when He allowed it and I thought it was Him giving it to me....I found out later that I was truly in a fickle and this was not from God.
Now I'm faced with a whole new set of scenarios that have the potential to be great... at least from what I can see. That's the exciting part that wants me to be hopeful. The problem is that I am almost afraid to say "Jesus, can you do this for me or do that in this situation", because when I did those things before, the results didn't feel too good. As far as the new year is concerned... time frames seem to keep me anxious. If I start looking at all the goals that I believe I'd want to happen this year with no real idea of how it's going to come to fruition, I begin to feel doubtful and discouraged. Be hopeful girl...because hope does not disappoint. Don't let fear from the enemy stop you from asking God for the things that you need...not wants, but need in your life. Sounds like you are allowing the enemy to cause some discouragement where there shouldn't be any....just trust God.
I have so many things in my life that I want to see a change in. It feels so overwheming that I have to turn to God. Yet at the same time, I want to be cautious and not ask for anything that ultimately is not good for me. Lately, whenever I start to try to think on these things and figure out what it is I should be praying for, I receive no clarity. I've never felt this way before: this feeling or resignation. That's why I think I'm just going to chill...
I take it that Dreamer and Nice & Wavy can sense my discouragement.
I guess I'm at a point in my life where (like everyone else) I've had experiences that I've prayed for certain outcomes to happen and they didn't. In fact, the exact opposite happened in many cases. During the times I prayed for them, I really felt and believed that I wanted these things in my life.
Now I'm faced with a whole new set of scenarios that have the potential to be great... at least from what I can see. That's the exciting part that wants me to be hopeful. The problem is that I am almost afraid to say "Jesus, can you do this for me or do that in this situation", because when I did those things before, the results didn't feel too good. As far as the new year is concerned... time frames seem to keep me anxious. If I start looking at all the goals that I believe I'd want to happen this year with no real idea of how it's going to come to fruition, I begin to feel doubtful and discouraged.
I have so many things in my life that I want to see a change in. It feels so overwheming that I have to turn to God. Yet at the same time, I want to be cautious and not ask for anything that ultimately is not good for me. Lately, whenever I start to try to think on these things and figure out what it is I should be praying for, I receive no clarity. I've never felt this way before: this feeling or resignation. That's why I think I'm just going to chill...
I really needed to hear that. Thanks!
I'm expecting restoration in 2008
Restoration, in my finances, my home, school
Its 2008,
It is time for me to enter into the ministry that God has called me for!
And all though I'm SO SO SO scared, I cant run any longer
I'M EXPECTING FOR MY FATHER AND I TO HAVE A MORE INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP.
I am praying for God to continue to guide me and hubby in the direction He wants us to go.
I am praying for God to continue give me knowledge, and understanding of His Holy Word.
I am praying for God to continue to use me for the purpose He has in store for me.
I don't feel right having "expectations" of God. I am here to serve and do His will and whatever He has in store for me, is for my own good.
I serve a loving and faithful God.
I understand what you're saying, but we're not demanding anything from God. The bible is full of promises of God why shouldn't you expect some of those promises to manifest in your life. You can't get anything unless you'll willing to expect it to happen.
If he says he'll keep you in perfect peace, why not expect it
If he says he'll give you the desires of your heart, why not expect it
If he says he'll make your enemy your footstool, why not expect it.
When you are pregnant and expecting the baby you don't wait til the baby get's here to buy the crib.
I'm not saying in no way be disrespectful and demanding anything from God but just be in a expectation mode so when he blesses, you are ready to handle his blessing.
Thanks for posting.