Start a Fire

  The song "Start a Fire" has been playing in my head constantly. Take a look at the video below:

          

Here are the lyrics for you to take a look at:

"This world can be cold and bitter

Feels like we're in the dead of winter

Waiting on something better

But am I really gonna hide forever?

Over and over again

I hear Your voice in my head

Let Your light shine, let Your light shine for all to see

(Chorus)

Start a fire in my soul

Fan the flame and make it grow

So there's no doubt or denying

Let it burn so brightly

That everyone around can see

That it's You, that it's You that we need

Start a fire in me

You only need a spark to start a whole blaze

It only takes a little faith

Let it start right here in this city

So these old walls will never be the same

Over and over again

I hear Your voice in my head

They need to know

I need to go

Spirit won't you fall on my heart now

(Chorus)

You are the fire You are the flame

You are the light on the darkest day

We have the hope we bear Your name

We carry the news that

You have come to save

Only You can save"

If feel like there is a lot of power in these lyrics and it reminds me of Mathew 28: 19-20, which states: "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in[a] the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

As a Christian, it's my job to share who God is with everyone....yes everyone.  This thought can be pretty scary, especially with the people who are closest to me. There's the fear of rejection, offending, seeming pushy; all of these can cause me to keep my mouth closed, when instead it should be open and sharing God's truth.

But 2 Timothy 1:7 says "For God has not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." God is on my side, and yours, that should be enough to help us "start a fire in our souls" What's to keep us from sharing the good news of Jesus and his death on the cross. I want those I love with me in heaven, what if God uses my words to help get them there?  

I think it's important to consider that sharing God's love and truth doesn't mean we need to stand on a soapbox handing out  "Jesus Saves" fliers, we can show God's love and truth through being kind to others, being patient (even when it's tough), and through being a friends to someone others have pushed aside. After all, that's what Jesus did.

I really want to be working to "let my light shine" and I hope this inspires those of you who are Christians too.

This sweater from thredUP (use link for $10 off) has turned out to be one of my most versatile pieces this season.  I decided to pair it here with my navy vest and plaid scarf.  I wore this over Christmas break, but I'm sure it'll be on repeat.  Easy + cozy = winning look.

Sweater: Ann Taylor similar

Vest: Sear same 

Scarf: JCP similar

Jeans: Old Navy

Boots: Wanted similar 

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