Chains

Chains

Bind me to sin

I try to rip away

It is useless

But they pull me

Further and further down

I struggled to survive 

I try to find my captor 

To make him set me free

But no help will come

So I turn to the One 

Who sets all people free

If only we would ask

And as He unlocks my bonds

I notice a horrifying thing

There was no captor holding me

Those chains were of my own making

In Which I Share Some Sunshine

Emily over at A Purpose and a Promise tagged me fore The Sunshine Blogger Award! 

~ Rules ~

 ~Answer 11 questions from your nominee

~Tag 11 bloggers

~Ask them 11 new questions

~ Questions ~

~ What is your favorite devotional book?

I really don't read many devotionals. Its not that I don't like them, but I normally don't seek them out. I am reading a non-fiction book called "Its Not About Me" by Max Lucado right now and it is super good.

~What are five of your favorite blogs?

A Purpose and a Promise, Defying Depravity, Once Upon the Ordinary, Totally Graced, Burning Youth. And Books For Christian Girls, if I hadn't been limited. Goodness there are so many awesome blogs out there.

~What is your favorite book, music artist/band, and movie?

My favorite book is Annabeths War by Jessica Greyson. Artist: TobyMac, and his best song is Forgivness. And my favorite movie is Belle and the Beast (It is a modern day retelling of the classic tale.)

~ Is there a story behind your blog's name?

Well, from when I started my blog up until August of 2016, my blog name was The Bubblegum Ballerina. I felt it was time for something that reflected me a bit more. I have always loved the thought that even though I am an ordinary girl, my extraordinary God chooses to use me for His plan. And I call Him Father. That's the story!

~ What question would you ask your favorite author is you had the chance?
Well, most of my favorite authors are still living, so I go ahead and ask them. But, I guess I might ask some of them how they let their faith bleed so well into their books.

~What is the last movie you saw, and how did you like it?
The last movie... um I watched a Star Trek Next Generation the other day. That was pretty good.

What is one tip you would give bloggers who are trying to reflect Christ in all their posts?
I don't honestly feel I am good enough at this to give much advice. Other then don't let what others might say affect what you post. If you ask, God will lay things on your heart to post.

~ What are your three favorite books that you own?
Annabeth's War by Jessica Greyson, Kate's Innocence by Sarah Holman, and The Kings Scroll, by Jaye L. Knight. But I love so many books that was really hard to narrow down.

~ What is one of your best memories from 2017 so far?
Surprising my friend Jessica for her 18'th birthday. That was super, super awesome. But its been a really fantastic year though, so I've had a lot of good memory's.

~ What is your favorite Christian Living post that you've read/posted in the last month?
Worth The Wait by Grace Ann was pretty awesome. Though I follow so many amazing blogs, sometimes its hard to keep up with all the good posts. =)

~ Do you own any signed books? 

I own ten signed books, and they are awesome. Most of them my oldest sister gave me for birthdays.

~ Nominees ~
Whoever wants to do it.

Words

Words

Flying through the air 

They feel empty 

Words 

Clinging to my heart

Can’t make them stop 

Words 

Pounding in my head

Why won’t they go away

Words 

Spoken into my soul 

Leaving behind peace

Words 

Given though a book

Leave me changed for good

Words 

Whispered in the silence

Sound like a raging storm

Words 

May seems so simple

But they change life’s

April Highlights

Hello everyone! Well, when you read this, I will be in a car on my way to Colorado. Though I might have access to internet sometimes, I've decided to use this time as an extended break. Posts will still go up, and I would still really love your comments, and I will reply when I get back! See you soon!

We found hay on the side of the road! This was a super big blessing to us, because we got to use it for our animals! 

I got sick twice. But, thankfully both were short illnesses. 

I started a new story, and am almost finished with it now!

My sister got engaged! I will spare ya'll the gushy photos of them staring at each other. ;)

I got to be a part of the release for Deliver by Tricia Mingerink, which was super fun! 

I edited and posted a vlog with Jessica. 

My family picked a ton of wild blackberrys. I still have battle scares. One place had a blackberry plant, mesquite, cactus, barbed wire and thorns. Let's just say nothing was getting at those berrys. 

I won camp! I only did 10,000 words, but I really enjoyed that! 

I started bullet journaling consistently. I did not realize how awesome it was going to be.

On Wednesday I celebrated having journaled every single night for four years.  I haven't missed a day. That was pretty awesome to celebrate.

And last, but not least... I finished editing my Robin Hood. I haven't put the edits into the computer yet, but that will have to wait till I get back from my trip. I officially think a lot of it is junk now, and I love other parts.

All the books were amazing this month. It was awesome! 

One Day [ Letters To Jaya 

Worth the Wait Totally Graced 

Unfinished Teens Live For Jesus

To All The Young Writers Scattered Scibblings 

But They Do  and Count Stars A Purpose and a Promise 

What Has Happened to Being Genuine The Barefoot Gal 

How To Work out When You Hate Working Totally Graced 

Being  A Strong Woman in a Feminist World Jessica Greyson

How was your April? 

Even though I'm not here right now, I would still really love y'all's comments!

Oh, and happy first of May!

Yet I Still Belong To You

Hey guys! I've been reading in Psalms lately, so here are some awesome verses I found: 

Psalm 73

Verse 16-17

So I tried to understand why the wicked prosper.

But what a difficult task it is!

Then I went into your sanctuary, O God,

and I finally understood the destiny of the wicked.

Verse 21-23

Then I realized that my heart was bitter,

and I was all torn up inside.

I was so foolish and ignorant—

I must have seemed like a senseless animal to you.

Yet I still belong to you;

you hold my right hand.

(This one is a new favorite.)

Verse 26

My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak,

but God remains the strength of my heart;

he is mine forever.

Verse 28

How good it is to be near God!

I have made the Sovereign Lord my shelter,

and I will tell everyone about the wonderful things you do.

77:10-11

And I said, “This is my fate;

the Most High has turned his hand against me.”

But then I recall all you have done, O Lord;

I remember your wonderful deeds of long ago.

These verses are so amazing. I love Pslams, what about y'all?