my faith journey

This is my first post about my Faith Journey, so I want it to be a special one.

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Of course my Faith Journey began at birth, but the awareness of it began about
twenty-three years ago when we moved to Central Illinois.

And I have to say that so far it's been quite a ride.

First believing and then doubting, then denial and then believing again - with a lot of complaining
in between the believing and doubting.

But that is what a faith journey is all about, isn't it.

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Oswald Chambers wrote that God gives us a vision, then leads us down into the valley,
where -like a blacksmith - He puts us on the anvil and asks us to hold still while he
hammers us into the shape He requires so that we can fulfill our part of His Plan.

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Funny thing is, I remember the vision, but I'm not sure if I'm headed for the valley or if I've
already been there - but I do know that I've never held still for any of it.  God has had
to work very hard to get me to be part of His Plan.

Still, I am willing to march into Hell for that Heavenly Cause and I know if I'll only be True
to This Glorious Quest that my Heart will lie Peaceful and Calm when I'm laid to my Rest...

and I think you've heard these words before.

(Credit goes to Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra)

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In conclusion I'd just like to say that I'm grateful for every step of the way in my Journey
of Faith.

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And I'd also like to say:


God  Bless  You,  God