HOPEful girl

Although I did not entirely adhere strictly to the 21 day Daniel fast this last past week,  (Had one cheat day and pretty much ended it early), it was still meaningful in my prayer and devotional time. There is nothing like just having that personal devotional time at the end of the day with Jesus that I would so much look forward to.  So have I been transformed?  I’m not sure.  Physically, I learned to eat a little healthier and would probably continue some form of the Daniel fast for good health reasons.  Spiritually, I will definitely continue that devotional time.  I feel like I learned to listen God’s voice a little bit  more and maybe handle the stress better and worry a little less. So if you’ve been following along in my previous posts this month, you’ve heard my cries for authentic Mexican food and my craving for a really good street taco.   In the three short years, I’ve lived in Hawaii, I’ve come to the conc...

This past second week was a little better.  I also did not have a lot on my plate as far as meetings go.  Its still a challenge to resist the sweets and I so miss coffee. However,  and without having to go into too much detail this fruit and vegetable fast has worked wonders for my digestive system!  This is coming from someone who's had a lifetime total of 5 abdominal surgeries so thank God for small miracles.   Just another testimony of how God continues to provide for my spiritual AND physical needs.   I still struggle with worry.  Its a constant battle that I must continue to hand over and surrender to the Lord.   My circumstances may change but there will always be something to worry about.  Then I heard the Lord speak to me once again in church this past Sunday.    You may need to go back and read the whole passage that this verse comes from because believe you, me, Its GOOD.  The verse that really spoke to me was this....

Week 1/3 done The first few days were hard, I admit,  a little fatigued and mild  headache from the caffeine and withdrawal.  And yes, I was hungry most times.  Yet, I tried to put these moments of physical exhaustion into the care and hands of my maker and you know what? I got through just fine.  It also happened to be one of the busiest weeks in a long time, of course, with work, family and church duties grabbing for my attention.  Although a challenge, I tried not to let this deter me away from my prayer time in the evening focusing on the questions that were given to us in church, the 21 day devotional guide.  Then there was a crazy moment where I was forced into a sudden desperate prayer time.   It was on Saturday morning, the end of the hectic week and I'd just finished my run.  These are the moments I feel most at peace.  I just came out of the shower, feeling on top of the world, jamming to my 80s party list.  When suddenl...

January 7, 2018 Happy New Year !  Another year over and a new one begun in the words of John Lennon.  I can't believe its been three years since I picked up and left California and moved to the islands with my husband and three boys.  I don't know if its the recent holidays or its just been awhile but lately I've been missing my family on mainland home.   Honestly, I've been struggling lately, feeling a little overwhelmed after the move and the holidays.  I find myself anxious about expenses and bills.   Then I heard the message this morning in church:   'Our souls thrive and is at home when we encounter and connect with God'.    Our souls thrive and at HOME....  So although I do miss my earthly home where I grew up, miss my brother, sister, and my  parents and I so crave authentic Mexican food, Even though I miss all those things,  maybe I just need to encounter and connect with God.   So before I go spending my ...