New Year's is coming.
What are my resolutions?
Be happy
Be healthy
Be a better Christian
Be a person I like
Be focused on fixing my problems, not hiding anymore
Be myself again
And that's just a start.
How about you?
xoxo,
Heart.Soul.Mind
Friday, December 30, 2011
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Merry, Merry Christmas.
Tonight is a very special night, as we all know. Not for the reasons that some people think - not because Santa's coming, not because of the presents we receive.... well, actually, because of one gift we received, over 2,000 years ago.
Tonight, and tomorrow, we celebrate the gift of Jesus, sent here to die for us and save us all. We celebrate a scared young girl, giving birth to the Light of the World in a stable of Bethlehem. We celebrate a child opening its eyes for the first time in the very world he created. We celebrate a miracle in the form of a child who was fully God and fully Human.
Can we realize what an amazing thing that was? The instrument of creation, Jesus, who held the universe in his hands and brought it to be, born to a young virgin with whom God was pleased. The baby in a manger who had already seen the entire cosmos be formed, with his help.
Can you imagine giving all that up to become a child? A small, innocent, defenseless babe in a manger, who would grow up to die for us? Such a miracle, such a gift. And too often we forget what Christmas means, even as we celebrate it. In all of the gift-giving, and family time, and general celebration, I hope that we can all remember the reason for the season - Jesus, the greatest gift we ever received.
Tonight, and tomorrow, we celebrate the gift of Jesus, sent here to die for us and save us all. We celebrate a scared young girl, giving birth to the Light of the World in a stable of Bethlehem. We celebrate a child opening its eyes for the first time in the very world he created. We celebrate a miracle in the form of a child who was fully God and fully Human.
Can we realize what an amazing thing that was? The instrument of creation, Jesus, who held the universe in his hands and brought it to be, born to a young virgin with whom God was pleased. The baby in a manger who had already seen the entire cosmos be formed, with his help.
Can you imagine giving all that up to become a child? A small, innocent, defenseless babe in a manger, who would grow up to die for us? Such a miracle, such a gift. And too often we forget what Christmas means, even as we celebrate it. In all of the gift-giving, and family time, and general celebration, I hope that we can all remember the reason for the season - Jesus, the greatest gift we ever received.
"In those days la decree went out from mCaesar Augustus that all the world should be nregistered. 2 This was the first nregistration when1 Quirinius owas governor of Syria. 3 And all went to be registered, each to his own town. 4 And Joseph also went up pfrom Galilee, from the town of qNazareth, to Judea, to rthe city of David, which is called sBethlehem, tbecause he was of the house and lineage of David, 5 to be registered with Mary, his betrothed,2 who was with child. 6 And twhile they were there, the time came for her to give birth. 7 And she gave birth to her firstborn son and uwrapped him in swaddling cloths and vlaid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in wthe inn.
8 And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And an angel of the Lord xappeared to them, and ythe glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. 10 And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all zthe people. 11 For aunto you is born this day in bthe city of David ca Savior, who is dChrist ethe Lord. 12 Andfthis will be a sign for you: you will find a baby gwrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger.” 13 And suddenly there was with the angel ha multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying,
"Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!"
14
15 When the angels went away from them into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let us go over to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has made known to us.” 16 And they went with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby mlying in a manger. 17 And when they saw it, they made known the saying that had been told them concerning this child. 18 And all who heard it wondered at what the shepherds told them. 19 But nMary treasured up all these things, pondering them in her heart. 20 And the shepherds returned,oglorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, as it had been told them.
Luke 2:1-20
xoxo,
Heart.Soul.Mind
Friday, December 23, 2011
Perspective
Perspective's a bit of a tricky thing, don't you think?
People say that age brings perspective, and I know that's true, but sometimes I wish that the perspective could come a bit faster, you know? Because I'm going to be honest, I am in love with a boy who doesn't give two cents about me. And that really hurts.
I could never, ever say anything about it to him, of course. But I really wish I would sometimes. And this loving him - it's the most painful thing I've ever gone through. Through him, I've learned what it means to sacrifice for the one you love... because I have been watching him like girl after girl, supported him, encouraged him, been by his side no matter what. Because his happiness means more to me than my own. I could never hurt him, so I hurt myself (emotionally) instead.
Yet I realize that what I feel is nothing, compared to what Christ did on that cross for us. I know he was the one who truly sacrificed for the ones he loved. And I feel so foolish for getting upset about my trivial, stupid affairs. But I can't help it, because I'm young and in love for the very first time. And so I pray, I hope, that I can gain perspective.
I want to be with him. But most importantly I want him to be happy. So I pray that God will help me remember that my sacrifice is nothing compared to what his Son gave us. If Jesus can die for us, I darn well can hide how I feel from him. Because right now that's what I have to do.
xoxo,
Heart.Soul.Mind
People say that age brings perspective, and I know that's true, but sometimes I wish that the perspective could come a bit faster, you know? Because I'm going to be honest, I am in love with a boy who doesn't give two cents about me. And that really hurts.
I could never, ever say anything about it to him, of course. But I really wish I would sometimes. And this loving him - it's the most painful thing I've ever gone through. Through him, I've learned what it means to sacrifice for the one you love... because I have been watching him like girl after girl, supported him, encouraged him, been by his side no matter what. Because his happiness means more to me than my own. I could never hurt him, so I hurt myself (emotionally) instead.
Yet I realize that what I feel is nothing, compared to what Christ did on that cross for us. I know he was the one who truly sacrificed for the ones he loved. And I feel so foolish for getting upset about my trivial, stupid affairs. But I can't help it, because I'm young and in love for the very first time. And so I pray, I hope, that I can gain perspective.
I want to be with him. But most importantly I want him to be happy. So I pray that God will help me remember that my sacrifice is nothing compared to what his Son gave us. If Jesus can die for us, I darn well can hide how I feel from him. Because right now that's what I have to do.
xoxo,
Heart.Soul.Mind
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Perfectly Imperfect
Such a contradiction, such a strange idea.
But what is perfection? Nothing can be perfect; we're all flawed. Because we're sinners. The only thing that's perfect is God. As a Christian, I know that God, the Trinity, that's perfection.
So why is it that when we cannot, CANNOT, be perfect, we try so hard to be the world's definition of perfect? Be pretty, be smart, be funny, wear these clothes, like these things, weigh this much. Or we say, "Forget it" and quit trying.
I don't think either option is a good one. Because we will never, ever, be perfect. But that doesn't mean we shouldn't try. We need to strive for what God wants us to be, not the world.
And it makes me so sad when I see people HATING themselves because they can't attain what they think is perfection.
Don't focus on the world, focus on God. You're perfectly imperfect, the way He made you.
xoxo,
Heart.Soul.Mind
But what is perfection? Nothing can be perfect; we're all flawed. Because we're sinners. The only thing that's perfect is God. As a Christian, I know that God, the Trinity, that's perfection.
So why is it that when we cannot, CANNOT, be perfect, we try so hard to be the world's definition of perfect? Be pretty, be smart, be funny, wear these clothes, like these things, weigh this much. Or we say, "Forget it" and quit trying.
I don't think either option is a good one. Because we will never, ever, be perfect. But that doesn't mean we shouldn't try. We need to strive for what God wants us to be, not the world.
And it makes me so sad when I see people HATING themselves because they can't attain what they think is perfection.
Don't focus on the world, focus on God. You're perfectly imperfect, the way He made you.
xoxo,
Heart.Soul.Mind
A Bit About Me.
Belatedly realized that I should do this....
The name? Classified. What's in a name, anyway?
The age? Younger than you'd think. I'm an old soul, or so I'm told.
The interests? Jesus, theatre, fashion, books, British television (Doctor Who, Sherlock), Disney, art.
The career? I'm an actress... or at least I'm going to be.
This seems awfully silly to me. I can endlessly list dry facts for you, but that doesn't really explain who I am, does it? I suppose you can find out through what I post on here. If you want, that is.
So that's enough about me. You'll find out who I am soon enough.
xoxo,
Heart.Soul.Mind
The name? Classified. What's in a name, anyway?
The age? Younger than you'd think. I'm an old soul, or so I'm told.
The interests? Jesus, theatre, fashion, books, British television (Doctor Who, Sherlock), Disney, art.
The career? I'm an actress... or at least I'm going to be.
This seems awfully silly to me. I can endlessly list dry facts for you, but that doesn't really explain who I am, does it? I suppose you can find out through what I post on here. If you want, that is.
So that's enough about me. You'll find out who I am soon enough.
xoxo,
Heart.Soul.Mind
Here we go...
Off to Neverland!
Well, not quite. More like my head. Which is also an interesting place to be, I think...
Anyway. I'm rambling. You'll find that I do that a lot, which is unfortunate. Ah, well. C'est la vie. I suppose the point of this blog is so that I have a place to share my thoughts and feelings with others. Although I'm not sure who'll be reading this. But that's okay, because this is more for me anyway.
So here's the plan: I'm going to use this space to share the things I'm really thinking. At least most of the time. Some things, as they say, are better kept private. So we'll see what happens. Although, quite frankly, I'm not entirely sure who would read this...
You did, whoever you are. So thank you. I promise it'll always be honest. Whether or not it's worth reading? Well, that's for you to decide. So I hope you enjoy your stay, and come back real soon!
xoxo,
Heart.Soul.Mind
Well, not quite. More like my head. Which is also an interesting place to be, I think...
Anyway. I'm rambling. You'll find that I do that a lot, which is unfortunate. Ah, well. C'est la vie. I suppose the point of this blog is so that I have a place to share my thoughts and feelings with others. Although I'm not sure who'll be reading this. But that's okay, because this is more for me anyway.
So here's the plan: I'm going to use this space to share the things I'm really thinking. At least most of the time. Some things, as they say, are better kept private. So we'll see what happens. Although, quite frankly, I'm not entirely sure who would read this...
You did, whoever you are. So thank you. I promise it'll always be honest. Whether or not it's worth reading? Well, that's for you to decide. So I hope you enjoy your stay, and come back real soon!
xoxo,
Heart.Soul.Mind
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