I've returned from what has to be one of the most amazing 'FIRSTs' of my life. If you have never been to the "Women of Faith" conference, GO! It doesn't matter if you're a Christian or not. There is a goldmine of wisdom, encouragement and just plain fun all in one weekend. If I had to nail ONE thing that changed in me (there were MANY) it would be the profound effect that God has in our lives and how we really CAN'T do it without Him. I remember thinking, "Wow, this woman overcame this and is standing up there?" I couldn't do it ... No, I couldn't ~ But with Christ ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE! Those that know me, know that speaking is utter torture, but I came back and couldn't shut up! There were so many heartbreaking stories and spirit filled recoveries. The endings were not all storybook either ~ they were reality. The reality is that we are all lost (aka: broken beyond repair) and without Christ, we will remain separated and lost. If we let Him, He will change our lives and our hearts.
There was so much to digest and take in that I can't even begin to get it all in this post, but trust me, it was like nothing I've ever experienced. I feel like I can get out of the boat and walk on water ... heck, I'm running across the ocean! It truely is AMAZING FREEDOM!
Phil 4:13
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me"
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Alma, I was just checking the blog to see if you received your passport(yeah!!) and saw your link. I have been seeking God's guidance in prayer this week about each of the members of the team. At this time, I leave for you this verse I always carried in my heart on my journeys to Romania "For God had not given us the spirit of Fear, but of Power and of Love and of a Sound Mind"
By the way, that is an awfully cute picture of Diana on your page. Make sure you love her lots for me while you are there.(Remember Diana with the cowlick,Dora without)
Michelle S
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