My Story

The Song My Story by Big Daddy Weave has been running through my constantly.  If you do anything today, please take a few minutes to listen to this song and watch the video.

         

Here's a look at the lyrics:

If I told you my story
You would hear Hope that wouldn't let go
And if I told you my story
You would hear Love that never gave up
And if I told you my story
You would hear Life, but it wasn't mine

If I should speak then let it be
Of the grace that is greater than all my sin
Of when justice was served and where mercy wins
Of the kindness of Jesus that draws me in
Oh to tell you my story is to tell of Him

If I told you my story
You would hear victory over the enemy
And if I told you my story
You would hear freedom that was won for me
And if I told you my story
You would hear Life overcome the grave

If I should speak then let it be
Of the grace that is greater than all my sin
Of when justice was served and where mercy wins
Of the kindness of Jesus that draws me in
Oh to tell you my story is to tell of Him

This is my story, this is my song
Praising my savior all the day long
This is my story, this is my song
Praising my savior all the day long

For the grace that is greater than all my sin
Of when justice was served and where mercy wins
Of the kindness of Jesus that draws me in
Oh to tell you my story is to tell
For the grace that is greater than all my sin
Of when justice was served and where mercy wins
Of the kindness of Jesus that draws me in
Oh to tell you my story is to tell of Him
Oh to tell you my story is to tell of Him

This is my story, this is my song
Praising my savior all the day long

I find so much power in these words, and it's also very humbling to me as well. I spend a lot of time talking each day, often times about things that really have no value. But how often do I tell my story? I don't think this necessarily means I need to tell my story of how Jesus redeemed me everyday, but my life should be an example of how he's redeemed me. I was once lost, but now am found.

Before I was saved my Jesus' grace I thought I had it all figured out. I believed in the idea of God, but there was no relationship, and I didn't really see a need to make room in my life for Him, things were going pretty well with me in the driver's seat. I thought I had it all figured out, little did I know how much I was missing out on. Once it became clear to me that I did in fact have a hole in my life that couldn't be filled by friends, family, clothes, Starbucks, or entertainment, and that what I really needed was Jesus, my life changed for the better.

Then: I went it alone without hope or guidance.

Now: I know God has me covered and that his plans are better than anything I could come up with one my own.

Then: I tried to find fulfillment in things of this world.

Now: I know that I can't take it with me, and although I still enjoy the things of this world, I know true fulfillment will not come from those things.

Then: I was all about me and what others could do for me.

Now: I know this world is not about me, but what I can do to make it better.

I don't know what your story is, but I'd love to hear it. Maybe you don't have a story yet, but have a hunger for one. Turn to Jesus, because with His help, your story will be better than you ever imagined.  Invite him into your life and watch yourself be changed. 

Buffalo check with my herringbone vest is one of my favorite combinations. I'm also loving the open button-down trend....it's not like I could button it if I wanted to though. ; ) I've been wearing a lot of outfits like this lately and these Born boots I scored from thredUp are seriously one of my favorite finds! Use this link to get $20 off your first purchase.

Shirt: Old Navy similar

Shirt: Old Navy

Necklace: Stella and Dot same

Bracelets: Stella and Dot same / same

Vest: Coldwater Creek similar

Pants: Pink Blush Maternity c/o similar

Boots: Born via thredUp (Use this link to get $20 off your first purchase.)

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