Let God Write Your Love Story

I always say that if you can't accept someone the way they are now, DON'T marry them. You have no guarantee that they will EVER change.

Don't even go on one date with someone who isn't a Christian. It's easier to say "NO" now than it is to break up with them after starting a relationship. Don't risk falling in love with someone you already know you won't be equally yoked with (2 Cor. 6:14). Don't be with someone who merely says they are saved-- make sure their life shows the proof of a daily walk with God.

Focus on growing closer to Christ. HE will show you the right one when it's the right time (Song of Solomon 3:5).

Jesus Intercedes for God's Children

Photo credit: Sid Roth

El Roi, the God who Sees, never abandons His children. Especially when we feel overwhelmed, overlooked, undervalued, unappreciated, and without hope. He not only sees us but also finds us and intercedes and provides for us.

- Excerpt from First 5

To me, one of the most amazing things about our relationship with the Lord is that we have Jesus AND the Holy Spirit both interceding for us, pleading on our behalf before the Father as we pray (See Romans 8:26, Romans 8:34). That's 2 of the 3 in the Holy Trinity and we already know that as children of God, God is on our side, because He gave up His only Son for us (Romans 8:31, John 3:16).

So, when you get overwhelmed, picture this: Jesus, in all His glory --at the right hand of God, pleading for YOU. :)

More than a Conqueror in Christ,

Rachel Marie

Fearfully & Wonderfully Made

I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.

- Psalm 139:14 NIV

You are NOT a mistake! You are fearfully and wonderfully made! You are created in God's image (Genesis 1:27). He knit you together intricately in your mother's womb (Psalm 139:13). He knows everything about you: the good, the bad, the ugly YET He still loved you so much that He sent His one and only Son to die for your sins and sicknesses (John 3:16, 1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 53:5). He put on human flesh to redeem you, to rescue you from the dominion of sin. 

Your body is God's handiwork. Therefore, it is flawless. Don't let the number on the scale, the color/style of your hair, the color of your skin, the size of your jeans, the brand of your clothes, or anything else about your appearance define you. Find your identity in Christ alone. Allow Him to fill your every void. Ask Him to help you see yourself the way HE sees you. It will blow your mind. Jesus is crazy about you. He wants a personal relationship with you. Spend time with Him daily in the Bible and prayer. Allow Him to transform your self image. 

Read Psalm 139 for more amazing truths about how God created you.