First Week of June!

This week has been busy! I was attempting to rest so I could be refreshed for the hectic schedule this month celebrating all the people I love. But of course, I can never find the time!

Giving Thanks:
-I went into my 5th week of work which is exciting. I completed my first purchase order with a vendor, contract with a customer, and am loving the kind people I am working with.
-for Pamela! this is 9th time we have met up within the last 3 or so months to read the book of Hebrews. what a blessing she is! we are able to carry one another's burdens, confess sin, build up one another in the Word! Hebrews has been soooo delightful for me to have a better theology on Jesus and how to revere Him with a fearful and gracious heart. Our memory verse is this: "So Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him" - Hebrews 9:28 .


-time with Tina! one of my best friends is back home for 3 weeks and I have been able to see her 3 times already! she has come out to meet me during my lunch break and we were able to zumba & eat chilis afterwards, and celebrate marikas birthday! happy we never neglect one another when shes home for a bit :)
-for a healthy body- although i often criticize in my mind the way i look- im grateful to have a functioning body that God alone has sustained. im thankful i work so i can pay for classes like zumba and pilates and take them with great girlfriends!
-helping to plan and give time to my best friend sammie's engagement party coming up! i was able to meet up with her mama (who is like my second mama!) and plan FUN games! I am a game lover and I am so excited to be able to contribute in this way. there WILL be pictures and videos i will share i am sure. sam will be surprised in a good way i hope! :p mrs zeeman and i were able to catch up as well and she has been such a great support my entire life!
-time with my dearest jose! his basketball game, eating, conversations, and resting. im so comfortable with him even with all of our weirdness that makes us interesting. haha. i adore you!


-for Marika, another best friend! her birthday was today, she turned 23! i can tell her absolutely anything! love this girl! we spent this night together in the Jacuzzi (a fav place for the 4 of us) sharing life, laughing, and snacking. we truly have a good bond and dynamic. some of us have known each other for 17 years now!! although time flies and things change- we are always supporting one another! amazing.

Prayer Requests:
-for my pop's, mama's, and sister's hearts to be soft for the gospel of Jesus Christ! I desire for more opportunities to speak with them, but often I am a chicken/wimp and am afraid of the persecution. pray for my boldness and wisdom of the Holy Spirit. pray that they see the deep satisfaction and joy in my soul and that Jesus is absolutely shining through. Let fear not be a snare, but let me be a light of the truth.
-for my relationship with Jose. we are attempting to be God honoring, and often we fail. pray for us to be intentional, prayerful, and selfless. that we seek clarity for the pursuit of marriage more so than intimacy. that we are advancing the gospel to the world and not idolizing one another. that we are promoting Jesus Christ and the good news. that we say YES to godliness. that we are faithful and honest to our accountability partners and community. please pray that we have sound judgement in our decisions and are patient with one another. also he hyperextended his knee :( please pray he won't get discouraged in his inability to move swiftly but that God will grant him energy to live according to His will and grow in holiness!
-for my own prayer life. i desire to be more disciplined to pray at least 30 minutes consistently a morning or night. there are many things and souls to pray for to praise the Lord and matters to ask God for intercession on.
-for me to not be anxious for tomorrow- financially, to underestimate or questions God's sovereignty and being in complete control, for fitting into the church. so many things i tend to be overwhelmed that i need naught to worry. God takes care of the grass and ravens how much more does He care for me!

Thanks folks :) Grace and peace be with you this weekend!