Everything

Everything-- that is something that I am working on.. and one thing that the Lord keeps on showing me. Am I giving everything to Him? --
We want to give the Lord everything, but-- there is something, and sometimes that something changes with the person, and maybe for some of us it is the same. Giving everything is not just saying to the Lord, "Here is everything, Lord! You can have it!" No!!! It is a daily surrender of everything we have-- and are. We cannot serve two masters!! If you still are hanging on to the pleasures of this world, and kinda hanging on to the Lord with one finger, well I am telling you that, that is not the way to a joyful walk with God. The path to joy, peace, love, and rest is one that lies behind the cross: the path lies alone. Give up your self to the Lord: die to who you are in the flesh. Give the Lord everything-- no exceptions. No, "Well, you see I have this dream--" or, "There is this one person--" And then watch as you become an empty vessel fit for the Master's use. No more your own plans, or dreams, or ideas-- Now the Lord is working through you, and using you in ways you never thought imaginable. Leave behind a legacy of faith!!

EVERYTHING

As I awoke to the beginning of a brand new day,
It seemed like waves of trials kept coming my way.
Problem after problem was all I could see,
I cried out, "Lord, what is it you want from me?"

The answer that came from the One Most High,
Was nothing but a very simple reply,
It was one unexpected, but yet rang so true,
It's something He desires from me and from you.

He said, "EVERYTHING"

I want you to know Me as your Savior and Guide,
The One who will always be right there at your side.
I want you to serve Me through the good times and bad,
To sing praises to My Name whether you're happy or sad.

I want your faith to grow stronger as each day goes by,
To trust Me when there's no answers to your questions of "Why?"
To learn of My love and to feel My embrace,
When you're called to endure the hardships you face.

I want no one or nothing to take My place in your heart,
In whatever you should do, I want to take part.
Stand on My promises, let nothing cause you doubt,
In the end you will see that all things will work out.

So you see, My dear child, I want to be your all in all,
To depend on My presence when you stand or when you fall,
When you question just what is it that I want from thee?
My answer is EVERYTHING, as you are EVERYTHING to Me.
~Author Unknown