"To those who want more and don't know why"

Ever wanted more than you have?
Ever not seen what you have is valuable?
How about as a person?
Ever wanted to be someone else?
Be good at things that aren't natural strengths?

I've been there.
I am comforted with these words

I made you the way I made you for a purpose.
The purpose wouldn't be there if you weren't who you are.
Embrace your weakness knowing through me you will be made strong
Celebrate your strengths recognizing I am the author of them
And give me all the Glory, Honour, and Praise
for everything that has happened and will happen in your life.

"Treasures in Heaven"

I am writing this blog because I feel it may help someone.
Here's my story.

In 2000 I bought a 1:18 diecast car on a complete whim. Soon I had a few more. Then I thought I would lesson the cost of what was becoming idols and got into Hot wheels. BY 2001 I had hundreds of them. I knew something was wrong when I realized I didn't care about them yet I
I wanted them to stay in perfect shape. (never been opened) Then I got into "Treasure Hunts"
average value for these is $20-$30. Some go as high as $60 depending how rare. Soon I branched off into figurines. Marvel, DC, even Scooby Do! I know that's a little nuts.

One night I got a call from a collector who had got me a Treasure Hunt - Olds 444. God convicted my heart and told me to sell off.

I went over that night to his place with all my boxes and boxes of stuff. He bought all my treasure hunts. I told him to put the rest on eBay. On my way home someone hit my car which was a piece of junk and I got more from SGI than it was worth.
God had blessed me with cash for a new vehicle without the hassle of getting rid of the old one because I had obeyed.

I sold all the hot wheels. Made very little but felt free inside. Unfortunately the figurines and 1:18 scale didn't move.

In 2oo7 I still had this stuff in a box in my room. I had stopped collecting but this box of toys was starting to bother me. God spoke to my heart very strongly, " Mark I want toys in your life for your children. You're 33. I felt embarrassed. "Then what do I do with this stuff God?" I replied.
God spoke again and said, "Bring it to U-drop-E sell."

Within a day I brought it all down to the store. In the end I got rid of all my toys, sold everything
for almost nothing, but finally had that peace like I wasn't try to overstep God in what would make me happy. The chains were lifted.

People say drugs, alcohol, and smoking are vices. I totally agree. Stuff is also a vice.

In the Bible Jesus clearly states,
"For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
Matthew 6:19

What is the treasure in your life? When you get a paycheck what's the first thing you want to buy? If anyone asked your friends what you value the most what would they say?

God Bless.

"Inspiration"

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Keep Going!

Perseverance is my motto
On this very dizzying roller coaster ride
In every trial I have had no choice but to put God first
Not myself, nor my pride has mattered.

I'm a warrior
Armoured with God's armour
The shield of faith in front me
Obstructing a fleet of arrows

Preventing their poisonous tips from piercing my skin
Onward I marched one year at a time
Involved in the "cross" fire
Now looking back

These years served one major purpose
Before life was about me- my income, my pride, who I wanted to be
Now it's the revelation that God has given me my life is about Him
Others will see Him through me

Willingly accepting "God's truth" spoken through a human voice
So many times I used to go trial and error
Trials will continue but errors will and have decreased
All who ask confidently are given Spiritual Wisdom

Resulting in a man and a life
That is prepared to serve the highest calling ever
Serve Christ

"Face to Face"

Of all the things I've tried
To gain happiness inside

None of them filled the gap
For fulfillment that I have

None but knowing You
You always see me through

Till the end of my days
When I"ll see You...

Face to face

"A Sobering Thought"

Jesus said, "I didn't deserve this either, but I forgive you."It may be hard to see how you're going to get through something, but when you look back in life, you realize how true this statement is. Read the following first line slowly and let it sink in.

Lord I love You and I need You, come into my heart, today. For without You I can do nothing.

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"Enlightened Thoughts"

Free from all the worries
Deception and the pain
I feel your Spirit rise up
And calm my heart again.

I look towards your Glory
And thank you for it all
Humility is blessed
Pride comes before the fall.

And the things of tomorrow
Only Lord you know
I'll persevere in serving
In me your light will show.

"The Joy of the Lord is my Strength"

When things crash
people turn away
the money runs out
and when there aren't anymore thrills
There is joy
The Joy of the Lord is my strength.

"Humble Acknowledgement"

Palms up
Facing your Holiness
Head bowed
Acknowledging Sovereignty

Eyes closed
Your Faithfulness
And then the words
The cry

"Rescue" live by Newsong

You are the source of life
I can't be left behind
No one else will do
I will take hold of you

I need You Jesus
I need You Jesus

My heart is yours for life
I need your hand in mine
No one else will do
Lord I put my trust in you

I need You Jesus
To come to my rescue
Where else can I go
There's no other name by
Which I am saved
Capture me with Grace

I will follow you
I will follow you

My heart is yours for life
I need your hand in mine
No one else will do
Lord I put my trust in you

I need You Jesus
To come to my rescue
Where else can I go
There's no other name by
Which I am saved
Whoa capture me with Grace

I will follow you
This world has nothing for me.
I will follow you
This world has nothing for me.
This world has nothing for me.
I will follow you
This world has nothing for me.

I need You Jesus
To come to my rescue
Where else can I go
There's no other name by
Which I am saved
Whoa capture me with Grace

Woah I need You Jesus
To come to my rescue
Where else can I go
There's no other name by
Which I am saved
Whoa capture me with Grace
Won't you capture me with Grace

I will follow you
I will follow you

This world has nothing for me.
This world has nothing for me.
This world has nothing for me.
This world has nothing for me.
This world has nothing for me.
This world has nothing for me.

Sing I need You Jesus
To come to my rescue
Where else can I go
There's no other name by
Which I am saved
Capture me with Grace

Sing I need You Jesus
To come to my rescue
Where else can I go
There's no other name by
Which I am saved
Capture me with Grace
Won't you capture me with Grace

I need You Jesus
To come to my rescue
Tell me where else can I go
There's no other name by
Which I am saved
Whoa capture me with Grace

Whoa I need You Jesus
To come to my rescue
Tell me where else can I go
There's no other name by
Which I am saved
Whoa capture me with Grace
Oh won't you capture me with Grace
Won't you capture me with Grace

I will follow you
I will follow you

This world has nothing for me.
This world has nothing for me.

"A Downward Message of Truth"

Forgivenes
Redemption
Eradicates the heart
Evolving life in Christ

From one year to the next
Removing footholds of hurt
Onward is the journey to righteousness
Making God first priority

Persuading temptations lose their grip
All and all the mind starts to rest in God's peace
Interests of others become more important- time to serve
No more selfishness

"What is Love?"

What is love
What does it look like

Is it always agreeing
Or sometimes a fight

Is it about saying the right words
Never rocking the boat

Or saying things out of love
That most people won't

Is it about whispering sweet nothings
All through out the day

Or a progressive journey to maturity
And all the bumps along the way

How about the structure of love
Or maybe it's direction

Does it come from God
Or merely superficial affection?

"That's My Home"

The world could never give me everything
My heart rests in the peace you bring
And I cling to the promise in your word
No eye hath seen, no ear hath heard

That's my home

"I Shall Believe"

song by Matt Brouwer

Come to me now
And lay Your hands over me
Will You find me tonight
Say it will be alright
And I will believe

Broken in two
I know You’re on to me
That I only come home
When I’m so all alone
But I do believe

That not everything I gonna be
The way you think it ought to be
It seems like everytime I try and make it right
It all comes down on me
Please say honestly You won’t give up on me
And I shall believe

Open the door
And show me Your face tonight
I know it’s true
No one heals me like You
And You hold the key

Never again will I turn away from You
I’m so heavy tonight
But Your love is alright
And I do believe

"Freedom in Christ"

Freedom in Christ is
All about serving others-not ones self anymore
It's recognizing that greater things are accomplished through Christ
Than through ourselves

So the next time the Holy Spirit puts it on your heart to call someone.
Call them.
And experience the joy of the Lord will be your strength.

God Bless

"God's Generous Response to Boldness in Prayer"

Here's a great message by John MacArthur. So many times we hear about the importance of the Holy Spirit and the gift he is in our daily Christian lives. Dr. MacArthur digs deep into the understanding that God has given us more than good gifts. He's given us the Source. Click here and enjoy!