About 1:15 this morning God spoke these words to me. I had one of my very common sleepless nights (literally) last night and as I lie in bed and thought about the events of the day - my frustrations with the boys - this was what God said to me. It was soothing but challenging all at the same time. Perfect peace won't come when life is settled again and all is well in our house, it won't come when our debts are paid in full and we don't carry that burden anymore, it won't come when my list of things I want to see happen in my life are complete, or even close. Today is the day that i can have perfect peace. It will only come and stay (hence the word keep) if my mind is steadfast on Him. And this won't happen unless I am choosing minute by minute to trust him. So in the business of my life and knowing my struggles and bents my question for the rest of my sleepless night was how can I practically make this true for me in the business of the next few weeks. It is so hard for me, realistically, in these times to sit and have focused time with the Lord. One of the things that came to my mind was to really spend some time in the morning listening to praise music and really just picking one song or hymn and think on it throughout the day. Music is very calming to my soul and it settles my rushed spirit like very few things. I often fail to take advantage of this but really want to use my morning walks not as a time to think about my to do list but to visit with my Father. I don't think to stop and turn music on during the day as I go about my day so I don't get to listen to it much. I have a few favorite worship songs that I stick to and don't venture from so I would love some suggestions. I just want some depth to the words that makes me have to stop and think- that distracts my mind. I am weird I know but I would love ideas if you have some favorites.
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Hey Amy. I love Kathryn Scott's CD "I Belong." Two favorites on that CD ..."You Gave Your Life Away" and "Grace Has Called My Name." The whole CD is great really. Oh, and I'm having Journey at Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies. Just another month to go!
Hey..go to www.redmountainchurch.org and click around until you get to the music section. They have audio bites that you can listen to. See if there's anything interesting and you can order on their website. I personally love the music...old hymns with rich lyrics and AMAZING music!! Tell me what you think!
You're not weird! Personally, I can't wait to see what everyone recommends. Sara Groves is my all-time favorite. On her website, www.saragroves.com, she has "Songs for Parents" available to purchase. It is worshipful and inspiring for my relationship with the Lord and my relationships with my children. LOVE IT!
Remember those days of listening to "Praise Baby" over and over? I still like to listen to the kids' music, there is just something about those simple songs and it is heart-warming when they can sing along with you and the CD. Kid's scripture memory CDs are good, too. Listening to christian radio can get a little boring, they seem to play the same songs over and over again. I like to mix in CDs with hymns and contemporary stuff and instrumental CDs are good for bringing me peace. You can usually find good instrumental CDs for bargains at Wal-Mart or Christian book stores. Here are just a few ideas, I hope they help. Oh, DeeDee Foreman gave me a CD last year when I was REALLY LOW titled "Peace All Over Me" by Serene & Pearl (I think they are sisters). All the songs were written by mothers for mothers. You have some great ideas from other friends, I hope you can grab something up before you go! You won't be able to "run to town" to pick up a new CD - unless you head all the way to Fayette to your Wal-mart!! Love ya! Kym
Hey Amy!
I have been thinking about you so much lately! Have you ever heard of Pandora? It's my new favorite thing! I'm not exactly sure how you get started with an account, but I could find out (Ben set mine up for me). Basically, it's a free on-line non-stop music source, and I LOVE it!!! You pick your stations and it plays music that is similar to what you say you like. It's great! I have my computer set up in our bar on the kitchen, and I just leave it on a praise music station all day! It really encourages me, and so many times before I act out of frustration towards my kids I hear the words from a praise song and it keeps me in check. Hope this helps!
If you want dept to the words you should get the CD "Relentless" by Misty Edwards. This CD is AWESOME! You can order it at ihop.org. This CD has really blessed my heart.
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