When I was tying my shoelaces...

... after my tennis practice I started thinking about why I'd lost. You see I am such a competitive person and on court I always stress with trying to win. I want to hit a winner every shot and I over analyze and beat myself up when I miss. This is not a good way to play. When I stress and try to hard I usually always play badly. But when I relax and just have fun I play much better. I'm not saying that it's bad to be dedicated and work hard, because if you don't care or chase any balls you probably wouldn't play good either.

THAT'S ME! hahaha just kidding!

 But anyway back to the story. So as I was sitting in the locker room thinking about all this I felt God reminded me about something. Suddenly I thought that actually I live as a christian the same way I play tennis. I'm always scared I'm doing something wrong, I always think too much, I over analyze, I always try to do everything perfect and I beat myself up for being a "bad christian" (there is no such thing as a bad christian but I didn't find a better word.) And I really felt like God put on my heart to relax more and just enjoy spending time with him. I don't need to be in a hurry, because growing takes time. And again I'm not suggesting to just stop caring and expect God to do all the work. But you don't have to hit a winner every shot either :D


YOU ARE PRECIOUS!!! <3

Favourite songs

it's quite some time since I posted in the "my favourite songs" category so here is one of my favourite songs. It's oh you bring by Hillsong. I felt like it was a good choice considering that my last post was on storms in our life. So I hope you like it :D 

VERSE 1:
Oh You bring hope to the hopeless
And light to those in the darkness
And death to life
Now I’m alive


Oh You give peace to the restless
And joy to homes that are broken
I see You now
In You I’m found


CHORUS:
And You opened the door for me
And You laid down
Your life to set me free
All that I am will serve You Lord
And You opened my eyes to see
All the wonder and awe of Christ in me
Jesus You’re everything I need


VERSE 2:
Oh You fill those who are empty
And rescue those in the valley
And through it all You calm my soul
Oh You find me in my weakness
And heal the wounds of my heartache
I worship You in spirit and truth


BRIDGE:
All honour
All glory
All praise to You

Storms

Luke 8:22-25: 

One day he and his disciples got in a boat. "Let's cross the lake," he said. And off they went. It was smooth sailing, and he fell asleep. A terrific storm came up suddenly on the lake. Water poured in, and they were about to capsize. They woke Jesus: "Master, Master, we're going to drown!"

   Getting to his feet, he told the wind, "Silence!" and the waves, "Quiet down!" They did it. The lake became smooth as glass.

 Then he said to his disciples, "Why can't you trust me?" (the Message)

So why do I bring up this story? I mean it's a super awesome story but is this relevant today? Of course it is! God is a storm calmer! And what do storm-calmers do? Yup, they calm storms. And now you may be thinking that you're not actually in that many life threatening storms. So how can God be calming storms in your life?
Sometimes it feels like we have a storm on the inside. Temptations pull us in different directions like harsh gusts of wind. Depression soaks us like a cold shower of rain. Fear and Anxiety hits us like thunder. We get confused and upset and when people don't understand and see the massive storm we are going through we get even more confused and frustrated. And then the storm escalates. But do not forget to TRUST God! Pray that he will command these bad feelings to leave your heart. Pray that he will set you free from this storm. HE HAS AUTHORITY! He is stronger! And he sees this storm and understands how you are feeling. Let him calm the storms in your life. In daddy's lap you are safe from all storms.

Nahum 1:7

The LORD is good, 

a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him (NIV)


YOU ARE PRECIOUS!
xoxo

Valentines day

Hello Precious People!
HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!!!!!
I hope you all have had a nice day with your special one.
Don't worry if you don't have a special somebody, I know this really cool guy, Jesus, and he's always available haha.  I don't have a valentine either, and even though valentines day is kind of a big deal for us girls I try not to despair.  Here are my tips for singles on valentines day:

1. Valentines day is about loving and appreciating each other, but how about showing yourself some love and appreciation. How about curling up under a blanket with a cup of hot chocolate and a favorite book or movie? Or taking a bubble bath and having a home spa? Or maybe buy some chocolate or make a cake just for you? Have some me-time and relax.

2. Meet up with your other single and dateless friends. Have dinner together and bake some cookies. Enjoy hanging out together and appreciate each others company. No boys aloud. This is what me and my girls are doing tonight!

3. Do something nice for somebody else. It will make you feel better too! A boy at school gave a rose to all the girls in my class today. It was so nice of him. So today you can be extra nice to family, friends and maybe a guy you like? hee hee. Make cards, help them out with something, or buy some chocolate or roses! Or anything else to show some appreciation :D

So have an awesome day! Alone or not YOU ARE PRECIOUS AND LOVED BY GOD!
Lots of valentine hugs xxoo

Sorry!

I'm at a camp thing and haven't had time to up date :( super sorry!

I don't have much time but I just wanted to share a little something. God says COME TO ME ALWAYS.
Always is a word with a lot of meaning. It means all the time and constantly. God isn't only there when we are sad or need help. He want's us to come constantly and all the time. When we are happy, exited, sad, angry, confused, frustrated, ecstatic or what ever you are feeling. His arms are always open!


YOU ARE PRECIOUS.
I hope I will be able to update again tomorrow, but if not sorry!
xxoo