Photoshoot With Friends!

 We seriously had way to much fun doing this photo shoot! Thanks Joy!

Joy and I (photo credit to Kim Krause)

Joy, let's do it again! I miss Portrait Photography so much!

 Fall Fun!

 

Thanks guys! That was a ton of fun!

All other photo credit goes to Joy Roberts! Thanks girl!

Family Camp!!!

It was so amazing to be able to go down to TX for the ALERT family camp!!! I was able to hang out with my amazing brothers all weekend!!! I miss them so much and it was great to talk and catch up with them! We went canoeing and practically just chilled. The Weiss family let me stay with them till the rest my family came down on Monday. We had a blast and I can't think them enough for their hospitality!

Seth and Nathaniel were both in the play! Everyone did a great job!!!

 We went rappelling and all sorts of other crazy things!

Fun times down at the lake! Tug-a-war, canoe races, and sand castles!

Last Weekend/Six Flags!

 Fun times with the friends!

I hadn't been to Six Flags in years! We had a blast!!!

Sorry, there's no pictures of the rides, lol. I decided to keep my phone safe! So, the boring part, (that we tried to make exciting) . . .waiting in line for the rides!

Patriot Day Rally 2014

 I didn't really take a ton of pictures, but here are a few from the past weekend!

It was such a blessing to be able to be home again! I miss y'all soooo much!!!

Seth came up with the ALERT group and it was so good to see him again!!!

What Does The Lord Delight In?

I was really encouraged by these verses that the Lord gave me earlier and I hope you will be too!  

"I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh himself with ornaments, and as a bride adorneth herself with her jewels." Is. 61:10
"Thou shalt also be a crown of glory in the hand of the Lord, and a royal diaden in the hand of they God. Thou shalt no more be termed Forsaken; neither shall they land any more be termed Desolate: . . .for the Lord delighteth in thee. . .and as the bridegroom rejoiceth over the bride, so shall thy God rejoice over thee. . .And they shall call them, The holy people, The redeemed of the Lord: and thou shalt be called, Sought out, A city not forsaken." Is. 62:3-5, 12

Even in The Storms, Look Up. . .

. . . Into His Face!

Because our Savoir lives, there is hope!

Wow!!! I don't even know how to describe with words what took place in the Northwoods on this past girls Journey. All I can say is we serve and know an indescribable God. His mysteries can't been seen or touched, but just experienced! You must know Him for yourself, His love is SO deep. His presence was felt by each and every girl and as we got on our faces before the Lord and realized once again how inadequate we are, His mercy came down and touched us. The Power of His Cross was not made just for salvation. No, it was for us, we can live in HIS power, daily. So often I find myself trying to make it on my own, struggling to stay above water. . .there is SO much more. He is calling us to walk on the water but it only comes by Him ALONE! There is nothing in and of ourselves that we can do to make it happen. All we can do is trust and believe in the ONE who takes us to higher ground. 

It rained most of the time we were up in the Northwoods. Jesus showed me that even in the storms as we abide and trust in Him there is Hope. His love surrounds us, even when the waves are higher and we see no sun in sight, His arms of love are wrapped around us as He says "peace be still". Maybe the storm continues to rage around you, it's okay, He is there and He is calling your soul to be still and abide in the Secret Place of Our Almighty God. His beautiful rainbows are a sign of hope! You must stop looking at the storm and look up into the face of Jesus, the One who gives us Hope. He is that ray of light, that sparkle from the sunshine, and the One who carries us through when even when we can't stay above water.

Keep looking up! Whether your life looks life a sunny day or your in the darkest storm of your life, He is all you need! Our Almighty God does all things well, trust in Him!

How deep the Father's love for us,
How vast beyond all measure
That He should give His only Son
To make a wretch His treasure

How great the pain of searing loss,
The Father turns His face away
As wounds which mar the chosen One,
Bring many sons to glory

Behold the Man upon a cross,
My sin upon His shoulders
Ashamed I hear my mocking voice,
Call out among the scoffers

It was my sin that held Him there
Until it was accomplished
His dying breath has brought me life
I know that it is finished

I will not boast in anything
No gifts, no power, no wisdom
But I will boast in Jesus Christ
His death and resurrection

Why should I gain from His reward?
I cannot give an answer
But this I know with all my heart
His wounds have paid my ransom 

Love these girls!

Y'all are the best!

Thank you Jesus for drawing us one step closer to your heart of love!!!

Sister Time Is The Best!!!

It was such a blessing to have Hannah up here for a couple days before we went on the Journey to the Heart!!! So grateful that my sister can be my best friend. I miss all the good ole days but now I cherish the times we get to spend together. Keep seeking after Jesus, He is enough!

Hannah literally baked a ton, cinnamon rolls, cookies, and more cookies. Ya, anyways. . .we had to ship some away. So, we sent some cookies down to Nathaniel and Seth!!!

We went and played Mini golf! Hannah and Phillip tied for first and I of course didn't do so well but it was fun to say the least.

Happy times!!! TTFN!!!

Summer Fun!!!

It was a great day to relax and enjoy the summer sun. So, we went to the Indiana Dunes!!! 

My 21st Birthday & Trip To TX

I'm one year closer to meeting my Jesus! I'm more excited than ever!!! He has been so faithful this past year to work in my life and each step of the way conforming me unto His perfect image. Thank you Jesus for your loving-kindness and patience with me.

Jennifer surprised me and got a group of girls together for my birthday! It was amazing!!! I actually was surprised, it was great to hang out with these awesome friends and sisters in Christ. Jennifer left which was super sad but we had a great time at her going away party!

We had a picnic lunch, went to the beach, and played at the park!!! Then we came home and they got my favorite! Which is angel food cake with strawberries!!! Ah, so delicious!!! Anyways, I was blown away by the love they showed to me and the time that they gave to make my birthday special. You guys are the best ever!!!

Spending my 21st birthday with these amazing people!

Then to make it even better my family came up to visit me on my birthday!!! I was SUPER excited that they were able to come up for a couple days. :)  Y'all made my birthday super special and I'm so grateful to have y'all in my life!!!

I'm so thankful that the Lord knows exactly what we need when we need it! It's incredible to watch him work in our lives.

Home School Convention

Then we headed down to TX! The Duggars asked us to help them with their book sales for the THSC Home School Convention. It was incredible to talk with the families and all those who are seeking after the Kingdom of God. It's exciting to see so many hungering and thirsting for the ways of the Lord. 

Part of the awesome book sales team!

Then to make the whole trip better!!! I was able to see Nathaniel and Seth while I was in TX and then saw Mom, Hannah and Timothy when we came back through MO! It was great to see everyone again!!!

1st Time to See the West Coast!

We flew out to Sacramento for our last family conference! As crazy as it sounds, this was my first time to fly!!! I can't say that it was "thrilling" or anything awesome like that, but it was fun. Everything went smoothly and I was flying with some of my amazing friends, which always makes everything better!!!

Getting ready to take off!

A few conference pics!

On Saturday, we went to San Francisco! Which was amazing!!! I got to see the pacific ocean, the Golden Gate Bridge, and went driving downtown! 

Enjoying the Ocean!!! I LOVE being outside!!!