On a mission...

I've always been amazed by Paul. First by his amazing transformation from persecutor of Christ to a major spreader of the Gospel. He had a grasp on something that I'm desperately trying to contain. Paul stated in Philippians that he had learned to be content no matter the circumstance. That just boggles my mind. I'm such in a state of dissatisfaction right now with my job. I want my attitude to be good but right now my flesh is winning out. I know that is partly because I'm not spending enough time in prayer and the Word. Just from meditating on the scripture below gives me a sense of hope. See what Paul has to say on the matter...

4Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
Thanks for Their Gifts 10I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13I can do everything through him who gives me strength.

I think this is going to be my key passage for the next few weeks as I search for my contentment in the midst of my circumstance. I know I will find it - I know it. God is faithful and I must trust Him.

Dark office + Slurpee = relaxation.

I really don't know what to write about today. Usually I have something, although I rarely blog these days. I am on my lunch break, drinking a Slurpee (which I spilled everywhere at 711), and sitting in a dark office because it's more relaxing to have the light off. I really wish this could be my office! At work we all sit in this huge room with the exception of a few people that have their own offices. I have had my own office twice before and loved it...the privacy is amazing and knowing that if you want to take a break for a minute and just stare off in to space - you can. Oh well! It's all good.....

This weekend Josh said he's going to take me on a date and it's a surprise - how exciting?? We've been a little strapped for cash the last 2 weeks so we have cut back on spending a lot. I am so thankful though that even in our moments of being "low on cash" we are still abundantly blessed and lack nothing.

I can't believe I couldn't think of anything to write - hello!!! The presidential nomination is today! Who will it be???? I'm going to try and keep up with it all day although it's so confusing with all the super delegates and popular vote. I really would like to know how all that works. I'm not sure if America is ready for the culture shock we're about to have. No matter who wins it's going to mean major change. We could end up with the first black American president or the first woman VP - crazy! Times are changing that's for sure.

Oh - just thought of another thing. We had 2 earthquakes in the DFW area on Sunday at midnight. They weren't really big enough to feel but can you say end time prophecy?? Some people said they heard a loud boom but since I'm a seriously heavy sleeper I heard nothing.

One more random thought...I'm wearing that 12 hour lipstick stuff today and it's really bugging me. Yesterday it did fine as long as I kept the clear gloss on it comes with because this stuff can be rather drying. Today - no go! I'm bummed out too - every woman looks for a lipstick / gloss that can stay on through a long works day's wear and tear. I won't stop until I find it though - that's for sure!!!