roses and thorns

  “[20] So he got up and went to his father. But while the son was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion. He ran, threw his arms around his neck, and kissed him. [21] The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven in your sight. I’m no longer worthy to be called you son.’ [22] “But the father told his servants, ‘Quick! Bring out the best robe and put it on him; put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. [23] Then bring the fattened calf and slaughter it, and let;s celebrate with a feast, [24] because this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found!” [luke 15:20-24] I’m sure this isn’t the first time you’ve heard the story of the prodigal son, but if you have never heard of it, I am honored to be the first person to tell you a lil’ bit about it. :) I have an interesting story that goes along with this passage of scripture, so just relax, sit down in a nice comfy chair, maybe get a cup o’ coffee, and soak in ...

  My rock, my shield, my firm foundation, I know I will not be shaken, you remind me where my help comes from this is the truth I’m standing on. [Truth I’m Standing on] by Leanna Crawford Wassup guys. I am honored to share a lesson that God has been teaching me lately, right where he placed me.  Right where he planned for me to be before I was formed in my mother’s womb [psalm 139:16]. How ground-breaking is that truth?  That alone would be enough for y’all to sit and chew on. Anyway... let’s get to the heart of this message. [Also, feel free to whip out your handy dandy Bible and flip to the verses of scripture mentioned :)] Idk about you, but sometimes I feel purposeless and forget why I’m here. now, I’m not saying that sometimes I get suicidal, but I’m saying that I just forget what God says. and the opposite of forgetting is remembering. God has taught me the importance of remembering his truth because if you're not remembering, you're forgetting. As for me,  I n...