||Music is an agreeable harmony for the honor of God and the permissable delights of the soul||
Saturday, September 13, 2014
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
Kansas City
In the beginning of July I went on a week long trip to Kansas City with a few other seniors from my youth group to a huge leadership conference.
It was a blast and I learned so much and had very blessed fellowship with my close friends who went also. This is a picture I took as we were walking downtown on the way to our next session.
How has your summer been going? How is God growing you and what have you been learning?
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
Camping Fellowship
Tuesday, June 3, 2014
Pretty Lil' Instrument
Been playing a bunch of music on this here Mr. String Guitar. Been teaching myself how to pick and it has been soo fun! I've always thought picking was so hard to do, until I decided to one day teach myself how to. And it is definitely a lot more fun to do than strumming. Has so much more of a pretty sound and twist to it. I have been in the process of writing a new original om this here pretty lil' instrument.
Look forward to singing on worship team this weekend for the church service.
I don't think I could live without music, and worshiping my King through it.
What are some of your passions in life?
Thursday, May 29, 2014
Spending Your Birthday With The Creator.
"Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you, & before you were born I C O N S E C R A T E D you; I appointed you." Jeremiah 1:5
Elizabeth means: consecrated to God.
Today was the day God brought me into this world. Today I am 17! And I have decided something.
Birthdays are only special when they are spent with the One who created you.
And that is what I have done today, and He has made it more special than all the gifts and cards, and birthday wishes in the world could ever make it. He has created me, He is my Father, and I praise Him for I am fearfully and wonderfully made! (Psalm 139:13)
Today is also the day that I started work on my first job! There was a bit of stress that came from it, which is normal. But God came with me in my little heart and it was a special time with Him, even at my first day of work :)
Blessings to you all on today, May 29th.
Servant 4 Christ,
Lizzie
Sunday, May 18, 2014
Our Anchor
"We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner place behind the curtain." Hebrews 6:19
Jesus is our anchor in the storm. He is our very present help in the day of trouble. And when we call upon His name when we feel like we are sinking, He is there, and He will save, and He will rescue us out of the waters...That is something I give thanks about today. What do you praise Him for today?
Make sure to vote on my two polls on the right sidebar.
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
Starting New
As you can tell I've been doing some work on my blog! Changing the header, the title, and the template, I've decided I kind of miss blogging. I know I've posted here and there, but believe it or not I use to be quite a devoted blogger posting every few days. Well, life got busy, blogging seemed not so interesting anymore so I dropped out of the blogging world. Even was thinking about deleting my blogs since I didn't use them! But then the last few weeks blogging and posting caught my eye again. And well, long story short, I decided to come back and am going to start fresh with redoing my blogs and getting back into posting more! Hope you're as excited as I am ;) I've lost quite a lot of followers, viewers, and commenters in my going away, but I hope I will begin to gain back new friends!
Blessings to you all!
A Servant 4 Christ.
Oh, and P.S. make sure to comment and tell me what you think of the new header and name :)
Friday, May 2, 2014
Cherishing The Present Time
New music, new words, new moments...
Never take for granted the moments God has given you in this present time. We so often get stuck on past memories or beg for the future where we'll be older, have more wisdom, and have life all together (or so we think). But really, without these moments now we wouldn't become the persons we're gonna be in the future. God has something in the NOW for us. He wants to grow us in the present time, He has learning experiences for us. He wants to show Himself to us NOW in this present time.
So instead of wishing for the future,wishing to meet your Prince Charming (or Warrior as I call him), wishing to graduate, wishing to be older and more grown up and all adult-ish, cherish these moments where you're at in life now. God has big plans for you right now! And ya don't wanna miss His opportunities by wasting your time in the present time wishing for the next, the future, the part of life God hasn't set before you yet. Instead put in His hands your future and trust His work. Cherish the moments with Him now, and grow as deeply as you can in Him right now. It's in these short years of our teen years that we can dig a deep foundation secure in Jesus Christ alone. So lets grow abundantly in Him now, in the present, and cherish the moments He's given us. Because very quickly these moments become memories...
Never take for granted the moments God has given you in this present time. We so often get stuck on past memories or beg for the future where we'll be older, have more wisdom, and have life all together (or so we think). But really, without these moments now we wouldn't become the persons we're gonna be in the future. God has something in the NOW for us. He wants to grow us in the present time, He has learning experiences for us. He wants to show Himself to us NOW in this present time.
So instead of wishing for the future,wishing to meet your Prince Charming (or Warrior as I call him), wishing to graduate, wishing to be older and more grown up and all adult-ish, cherish these moments where you're at in life now. God has big plans for you right now! And ya don't wanna miss His opportunities by wasting your time in the present time wishing for the next, the future, the part of life God hasn't set before you yet. Instead put in His hands your future and trust His work. Cherish the moments with Him now, and grow as deeply as you can in Him right now. It's in these short years of our teen years that we can dig a deep foundation secure in Jesus Christ alone. So lets grow abundantly in Him now, in the present, and cherish the moments He's given us. Because very quickly these moments become memories...
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
|The Real Music Maker|
The last few months I have had the opportunity that has changed my whole life.
I write music and lyrics and have been for the last five years. They have been powerful, reverent, and special moments at the piano with Jesus flooding me with His presence and pouring His words and melodies abundantly into me.
Well last year for a youth group fundraiser talent show I brought forth one of my original songs and played it for the church. I was super nervous, being up there all by myself with only the piano I could hide behind. (I'm really not a stage person. Rather, I like being behind the scenes ;]) But I felt the Lord really pushing me to bring forth my song that is my theme song I have written and it's my biggest prayer. So I obeyed the Lord and played it. I haven't experienced such an overflowing of God's presence like that. It was the most powerful moment between me and God that I forgot about the audience, and my whole voice even changed. It didn't even sound like mine, it was so clear and sweet.
Anyway, the Holy Spirit really moved through the church in that moment, and the audience was pretty stunned, as was I. My music pastor came up to me after and said that he decided he was going to put together a CD of all the original songs from the composers in church.
He professionally records, and asked if I could honor him in letting him help me professionally record my song.
For the last few months we have been working on recording my song and it has been a powerful and special experience. God has definitely been apart of every detail. We have done what I could never even imagine doing to my song. We have added so many instruments to stringed, to acoustic and it is seriously beautiful sounding! Jesus has been the head Master at the job, giving us spoken words in what to add and what not to. It is seriously a song directed and written by God. I am only His song bird, writing down His words and notes.
My music pastor also told me that he said I could definitely write music for a living if I wanted to, and that also rocked my world. God moves above and beyond. It has always been a far away dream of mine to be able to record and write music for a living. God keeps me speechless. And His power He displays I want to proclaim to the whole world.
I am His servant, and HE is to be glorified.
Two weeks ago we finally finished recording and editing my song and it is super exciting! The only thing that needs to be done is mastering it. And simply that's the final producing of it and sealing it. So praise the Lord! HE is to be glorified through this song!
Why did I tell you this long story? Not so I can boast about what's going on in my life. Seriously, I am nothing without God. I wouldn't be able to write one note for a song on my own. I just don't have that willpower and talent to do it on my own. "You are my LORD; I have NO good apart from YOU." Psalm 16:2 But really, Jesus is the Master Musician and Music Maker. I am only His little song bird, writing down His words and melodies. Wherever He sends me I will go. I am really doing the behind the scenes work for Jesus, because I write, and HE gives words, and HE is glorified.
And guess what? The same God who has done this, has the power to change you too. When we offer up ourselves to Him for His work and His servants He works in mighty ways. Nothing is impossible for Him, and He will be glorified in Your life.
So if you're discouraged, feeling like you're useless, and that you are made of nothing special and only weaknesses I want you to know something: I am living proof that God uses the weak for His glory. You are special, and God can use you in powerful ways for His glory! Whether you see it or not, you are chosen, and called by God to be His beloved servant, and am instrument for His hand to move powerful for His Kingdom.
I write music and lyrics and have been for the last five years. They have been powerful, reverent, and special moments at the piano with Jesus flooding me with His presence and pouring His words and melodies abundantly into me.
Well last year for a youth group fundraiser talent show I brought forth one of my original songs and played it for the church. I was super nervous, being up there all by myself with only the piano I could hide behind. (I'm really not a stage person. Rather, I like being behind the scenes ;]) But I felt the Lord really pushing me to bring forth my song that is my theme song I have written and it's my biggest prayer. So I obeyed the Lord and played it. I haven't experienced such an overflowing of God's presence like that. It was the most powerful moment between me and God that I forgot about the audience, and my whole voice even changed. It didn't even sound like mine, it was so clear and sweet.
Anyway, the Holy Spirit really moved through the church in that moment, and the audience was pretty stunned, as was I. My music pastor came up to me after and said that he decided he was going to put together a CD of all the original songs from the composers in church.
He professionally records, and asked if I could honor him in letting him help me professionally record my song.
For the last few months we have been working on recording my song and it has been a powerful and special experience. God has definitely been apart of every detail. We have done what I could never even imagine doing to my song. We have added so many instruments to stringed, to acoustic and it is seriously beautiful sounding! Jesus has been the head Master at the job, giving us spoken words in what to add and what not to. It is seriously a song directed and written by God. I am only His song bird, writing down His words and notes.
My music pastor also told me that he said I could definitely write music for a living if I wanted to, and that also rocked my world. God moves above and beyond. It has always been a far away dream of mine to be able to record and write music for a living. God keeps me speechless. And His power He displays I want to proclaim to the whole world.
I am His servant, and HE is to be glorified.
Two weeks ago we finally finished recording and editing my song and it is super exciting! The only thing that needs to be done is mastering it. And simply that's the final producing of it and sealing it. So praise the Lord! HE is to be glorified through this song!
Why did I tell you this long story? Not so I can boast about what's going on in my life. Seriously, I am nothing without God. I wouldn't be able to write one note for a song on my own. I just don't have that willpower and talent to do it on my own. "You are my LORD; I have NO good apart from YOU." Psalm 16:2 But really, Jesus is the Master Musician and Music Maker. I am only His little song bird, writing down His words and melodies. Wherever He sends me I will go. I am really doing the behind the scenes work for Jesus, because I write, and HE gives words, and HE is glorified.
And guess what? The same God who has done this, has the power to change you too. When we offer up ourselves to Him for His work and His servants He works in mighty ways. Nothing is impossible for Him, and He will be glorified in Your life.
So if you're discouraged, feeling like you're useless, and that you are made of nothing special and only weaknesses I want you to know something: I am living proof that God uses the weak for His glory. You are special, and God can use you in powerful ways for His glory! Whether you see it or not, you are chosen, and called by God to be His beloved servant, and am instrument for His hand to move powerful for His Kingdom.
Friday, February 14, 2014
What Love Really Is
Valentines Day....whether you have that significant other in your life or not, have today be the day you fall more deeply in love with your King...
He is the One who inspired love. He is the One who showed what love really is by giving up His life for us on the cross.
Whether you have a lover in your life or not, don't use this day to be distracted with that someone. Or if you don't have that someone in your life (like me) yet, don't become distracted with wishing for that someone. But use this day to fall more deeply in love with the One who loves you more than any man could ever begin to try.
Ultimately, Jesus is love...
~Happy Valentines Day~
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
|Melodies Flowing From New Instruments|
I have taken up the new hobby of writing music on the guitar! It has been an enjoyable process, and since I self taught myself to play, it has been even more fun to start making my own melodies and writing new original songs.
The piano will always be my first instrument and main one, but I've always wanted to play the guitar too. To expand my instrument playing and experience, and the guitar is a fresh start to writing new music! So I have enjoyed writing and playing on it. For the piano isn't a very easy instrument to pick up and move. Where the guitar you can take wherever you go, and take music in your back pocket that way.
So I'm excited for the music journey ahead and to glorify my King through a new instrument and new originals He will reveal to me through the process.
Hope you are all well! Blessings to you!
Friday, December 27, 2013
Oh Photo
Photography is probably one of my biggest weaknesses. I literally can't even go an hour without being inspired to snap a picture of something. It is one of my top hobbies, (other than writing music which is my very top hobby ;]) and definitely very enjoyable.
Sunday, November 3, 2013
Walks With Color
The joy of autumn consists of long walks with your dog as a companion, bright colors that catch your eyes, crisp air, bright blue skies, and collections of colorful leaves <3
Monday, September 30, 2013
Autumn Feelings
A few of my favorite things in the Autumn time...
Plaid shirts, hot coffee, brown boots, my doggy, leaves, and much more! Happy Fall! Write me a comment some of your favorite Fall things :) All Glory to Jesus Forever!
Servant 4 Christ,Lizzie
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Summer Has Not Ended Yet!
Most people by now, since its in the middle of September, have all their fall sweaters out and are cracking open the pumpkin spice candles and tea. Its FALLLL!
But, you see, I'm refusing to call it fall yet. Why?! Because guys, summer went wayyy to quickly! There wasn't far enough hot evenings, and beach days. Where did the summer go?! School already?! Let's be real. I'm a summer girl at heart. Come on, who really likes school starting in September??? Cozy sweaters when there COULD still be days of hot weather?!
I'm gonna keep it summer as long as I can. So that means, still wearing shorts and summer tops (yes, even if its cold) until October. Don't judge. October will come soon enough.
I love my warm summer.
That means going barefoot around the house without socks, wearing dah flip-flops leaving the house, and keeping my closet full of bright colors and no brown boots yet ;)
Sooo...that's where I'm at in this lovely summer September weather :) how about you?
But, you see, I'm refusing to call it fall yet. Why?! Because guys, summer went wayyy to quickly! There wasn't far enough hot evenings, and beach days. Where did the summer go?! School already?! Let's be real. I'm a summer girl at heart. Come on, who really likes school starting in September??? Cozy sweaters when there COULD still be days of hot weather?!
I'm gonna keep it summer as long as I can. So that means, still wearing shorts and summer tops (yes, even if its cold) until October. Don't judge. October will come soon enough.
I love my warm summer.
That means going barefoot around the house without socks, wearing dah flip-flops leaving the house, and keeping my closet full of bright colors and no brown boots yet ;)
Sooo...that's where I'm at in this lovely summer September weather :) how about you?
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
{Elegant}
I got awarded! Now I haven't done a blog award in like forever because trying to post it takes up all my blogging time.
But I enjoy the interesting questions in this award, and thought I would post the award I was awarded by Three Girls And Their Hobbies. And also I was awarded by Marissa over at Mildred Cakes. Make sure you check out both of these lovely blogs (:
::::RULES::::
When you receive the award, link back to keepcalmandsparkle1099.blog spot.com and the blog that nominated you
~Display the award button in the post
~Answer all of the 12 questions given in this post (Do not make your own questions)
~Nominate 8 bloggers
~Notify them that they have been awarded
::::Questions::::
1. What made you decide to start blogging?
I started blogging like four or five years ago when my sister made a blog. It seemed so interesting and fun, I decided to make one too.
2. What is your fashion style? My style is in a blog post here
3. What is something none of your followers know about you?
Um... I'm 5'10" in height? Idk...
4. What are some of your blogging goals?
To bring glory to Jesus Christ through my whole blog and life. To honor Him through the words on this blog, to point people to follow Jesus with their whole life and to encourage you that you are loved by the King of kings and Lord of lords.
5. Where is your favorite place to shop?
Hmm....American Eagle, H&M, Maurices, Target, Charming Charlies, and...? Yeah!
6. What would your ideal amount of blog followers be?
Idk. I'm content with you lovelies who are already following me <3
7. What are your talents?
I would call them gifts from the precious Savior. I'm a song writer to glorify His name, I play the piano by ear mostly and write my music by ear, and sing to glorify His name.
8. Are you a leader or a follower?
How am I suppose to know? I can't answer that myself, because I wouldn't know if I'm a true leader. I guess I'll say I'm a follower. What do you guys think?
9. What is one of your favorite quotes?
"All things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28
10. Do you have a favorite book or book series?
The Bible.
11. Out of all the of the synonyms for elegant, which would
you describe yourself with (smart - stylish - dressy - graceful- dainty - fine)?
Uhh...dressy maybe? I mean, not around the house, but when there is a time to dress up, I dress all out ;)
12. What is your favorite flower?
Lilly of the Valley, Roses, Hydrangea, Snap Dragons, and Peonies.
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I nominate anyone who would like this. Just write me a comment and the award is yours ;)
If you know me well, you will know I loveeee comments. Its my favorite part of blogging <3
All glory to Jesus Christ!
Servant 4 Christ,
Lizzie
But I enjoy the interesting questions in this award, and thought I would post the award I was awarded by Three Girls And Their Hobbies. And also I was awarded by Marissa over at Mildred Cakes. Make sure you check out both of these lovely blogs (:
::::RULES::::
When you receive the award, link back to keepcalmandsparkle1099.blog spot.com and the blog that nominated you
~Display the award button in the post
~Answer all of the 12 questions given in this post (Do not make your own questions)
~Nominate 8 bloggers
~Notify them that they have been awarded
::::Questions::::
1. What made you decide to start blogging?
I started blogging like four or five years ago when my sister made a blog. It seemed so interesting and fun, I decided to make one too.
2. What is your fashion style? My style is in a blog post here
3. What is something none of your followers know about you?
Um... I'm 5'10" in height? Idk...
4. What are some of your blogging goals?
To bring glory to Jesus Christ through my whole blog and life. To honor Him through the words on this blog, to point people to follow Jesus with their whole life and to encourage you that you are loved by the King of kings and Lord of lords.
5. Where is your favorite place to shop?
Hmm....American Eagle, H&M, Maurices, Target, Charming Charlies, and...? Yeah!
6. What would your ideal amount of blog followers be?
Idk. I'm content with you lovelies who are already following me <3
7. What are your talents?
I would call them gifts from the precious Savior. I'm a song writer to glorify His name, I play the piano by ear mostly and write my music by ear, and sing to glorify His name.
8. Are you a leader or a follower?
How am I suppose to know? I can't answer that myself, because I wouldn't know if I'm a true leader. I guess I'll say I'm a follower. What do you guys think?
9. What is one of your favorite quotes?
"All things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28
10. Do you have a favorite book or book series?
The Bible.
11. Out of all the of the synonyms for elegant, which would
you describe yourself with (smart - stylish - dressy - graceful- dainty - fine)?
Uhh...dressy maybe? I mean, not around the house, but when there is a time to dress up, I dress all out ;)
12. What is your favorite flower?
Lilly of the Valley, Roses, Hydrangea, Snap Dragons, and Peonies.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
I nominate anyone who would like this. Just write me a comment and the award is yours ;)
If you know me well, you will know I loveeee comments. Its my favorite part of blogging <3
All glory to Jesus Christ!
Servant 4 Christ,
Lizzie
Wednesday, August 21, 2013
My Dream Wardrobe
I thought it would be fun to do a post of my "Dream Wardrobe" Pinterest board! Come and visit me on Pinterest, and feel free to follow! I always love followers! :) (click here to check out my Pinterest page)
So anyway, here are a few pins from my "Dream Wardrobe" Pinterest board :) I hope you enjoy :)
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So anyway, here are a few pins from my "Dream Wardrobe" Pinterest board :) I hope you enjoy :)
Now I'm a very girly girl when it comes to clothing :) I love my laces and pearls (:
I love this simple but pretty shirt, just not with the tough and chunky jewelry.
My other favorite style is the classy "office-girl" look.
Love the classy office-girl look to this outfit, minus the chains for jewelry though.
More lace!! ^
Loveeee this unique ring! I love swirls on anything, so this is lovely.
Lace!
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And we will end with one more beautiful lace shirt :)
My style consists of: of course anything lace, pastel light pinks and mint greens, heels with every outfit, floral prints, and the classy "office girl" look.
What is your style of clothing that you most like to wear? Comment below and do tell! :)And of course, don't forget to check me out on Pinterest by clicking here. I LOVEEE followers!!! :) Just a hint ;)
All Glory to God Forever!
Servant 4 Christ,
Lizzie
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