Grandad

Hello friends.Today, I'm writing on a very personal note. I'd like to ask you to keep my family in your prayers. I came home last night from work and was greeted with news from Dad about Grandad. He's being released from the hospital tomorrow (if everything goes well with moving the right equipment into the house) and will be coming home to hospice. It's my understanding that things will probably progress quickly from there. I think I'm okay with it too, which is sort of weird to me. I think I'm just so ready for him not to be in pain anymore. I'm so worried about my Grandma though. I have this terrible feeling that she's going to not be able to handle it very well. So today, in the house by myself, I'm praying for my grandparents and my family.

For Grandad-may he not be in pain and be ready to meet the face of God.

For Grandma-may she not be worried about anything. I pray she gets rest and is full of peace knowing that Grandad won't be in pain when he's in Heaven and to know he'll be watching down on her and still holding onto her heart every day.

For Dad, Sherri, and Dan-I pray that they know that their dad is in a much better place and happy. Grandad will be able to jump up and down knowing that the cancer didn't really beat him because he got the better end of the deal.

And for the rest of the family-I hope we don't turn our backs and are angry at God during this time. God's in charge of our lives whether we like to think so or not For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD and He's going to go through with what He knows is best. But the plans of the LORD stand firm forever, the purposes of his heart through all generations.

Friends, I ask that you be patient with me during this time. If I'm in a mood, just give me a hug or tell me it's going to be okay. Make me smile and remember what's good. I love you all. Thanks for praying with me.

Evermore

Today, I am obsessed with Evermore by Hillsong. I have been singing it all day and freaking LOVING it. I think I like it so much because it seems to know exactly what I'm feeling right now. I'm lost for words to say to God even though He knows exactly what I'm trying to say. Listen to it. Don't you love it?

Lost for words with all to say
Lord you take my breath away
Still my soul, my soul cries out
For you are holy

And as I look upon your name
Circumstances fade away
Now your glory steals my heart
You are holy
You are holy Lord

Evermore my heart, my heart will say
Above all, I live for your glory
Even if my world falls I will say
Above all, I live for your glory

With all my heart I'll say
I'm living for your name
With all to give you praise
We're living for your glory Lord

Evermore my heart, my heart will say
Above all, I live for your glory
Even if my world falls I will say
Above all, I live for your glory

Confession

Hello Brothers and Sisters,
I have a quick confession to you-I'm a slacker. For those of you who read my blog, I'm so sorry. Things have been so crazy. I've kept up with my devotional but somehow, getting it from the book to my head to here is blocked. I promise I'll try and do better. For an update on why my life is so crazy, check out the blog about my life www.emilynicolebaxter.blogspot.com

I have three prayer requests that I'd like my fellow believers to pray for:
1)WUMC is having their VBS next week. I want to pray for the teachers, that they may let God into their hearts and have Him lead the children through them. I want to pray for the students, that they may leave their thoughts and attitudes at the door and open their eyes, ears, and hearts to God and learn something. I want to pray for the community, because there are going to be a ton of kids on fire for Jesus. Warrenton, are you ready?!

2)Grandad, as usual, is being stubborn, but this time, in a great way. He battled out of ICU and the hospital this week and is going to start chemo Tuesday. Pray for him, my grandma, the doctors, and for patience and understanding for my family.

3)I never ask for prayers for myself but something is going on with me. I think God is trying to tell me something but I don't know what it is. I've been really sick and I think God is trying to tell me to take it easy and to prepare for something but again, I don't know what. I'm getting frustrated. Pray for my heart and eyes to be open for when He's ready to reveal to me what the next step in my life is.

As always, I'm here to pray for you. Let me know how and when and then lean back in the comfort that God is holding you in His arms.