Less of me, More of HIM

One of my favorite songs is a song by Brian and Katie Torwalt called- I'm a Lover of Your Presence. The song starts with the phrase "Let this be a sacrifice, let me dedicate my life to worship you".  This song speaks to me in so many ways. There is no greater feeling I have than when I am in the presence of God. It is during worship, I feel I am truly connecting with God. 

For many years, I have asked God what his purpose was for my life. I remember times when I would just cry because I knew he placed a gift in my life that I wanted to use. I was so stuck on "my gift" for "my life" that I focused more on me and less on Him. This led me down a path that was not necessarily a bad one for some but I knew it was not right for me. I was in the process of recording a demo, I had a music manager, and I went on a few casting calls. Although, I was happy to be using "my gift" it did not feel right.

One day I prayed to God and I laid my request down to him. I decided that it was time to walk in obedience to my father. I was done with all of the "self-righteousness" I was feeling on the inside. I realized that its not about me. It's about Him! It's always been about Him! If I was going to use the gift that God has blessed me with was if it was going to be for HIS Glory!

Now, I am fortunate to be a part of an amazing worship team at my church. I am on my way to Bethel School of Worship to encounter and receive all that God wants to impart in me and it feels so right!

Something About A Willow Tree

Since I was a little girl I have been mesmerized by the beauty and mystery of a Willow Tree. Maybe its something about the way the leaves hang low gently kissing the Earth, ever so graceful. It often reminds me of a paternal figure firmly rooted in knowledge and wisdom. I can't help but think about my Great-Grandfather. I recall many talks shared with him about faith and God. I remember days when he would ask me to read the Bible to him. At the time I did not mind doing so because it was a way I could improve my reading skills. Little did I know, he was planting seeds of faith into my life. He introduced me to love- "God's Love." A simple truth that was easily absorbed by my eager ears.

When I think about that Love, I get overwhelmed.  I have witnessed first hand God's love in action.  God, the Creator of the World, loves me.....little me.   He sent His Son to die for me.  That's amazing love!  It makes me want to worship Him more and more.  Which brings me to the reason why I am typing this.   This blog is my personal account of my journey as a worshiper.  Feel free to follow me on my journey and I hope to be a blessing along the way!!!