Lessons from "The Weekend" part one

So I have had a week to digest the last weekend and I believe that although I was a speaker for "the weekend", I will gain life lessons and reminders for a lifetime from the experience.

I was reminded of the deep embedded passion I have for young women to fall in love with our incredible Savior. "The Weekend" truly is a journey with Christ. It is so exciting to see these girls come on Friday, some a little hesitantly; and by the time they leave on Sunday night they are glowing from the agape love they received over the last 50+ hours. So many times during our time together I was transported to days past and moments that defined my spiritual upbringing. Most of those in the quiet moments of praise and prayer times in our most cherished chapel. My church family meant so much to me then and I couldn't imagine life now without our community of believers. Even though I don't believe in the liberal concept that it takes a village to raise a child, I do believe it takes a family of faith to mold and make disciples. (I got the opportunity to be with a family of believers this weekend that are amazing.)

I was also reminded of how Christ has literally ordained my steps. Hind sight is such an incredible blessing from the Lord. I continually see how He has orchestrated my life and I am overwhelming honored to share with others how He has worked in my life. "God is good all the time" has pretty much become my life motto, that even in hard circumstances - He is always good. I am learning the heart of thanksgiving in everything.


THANK YOU
The Katinas

Just a little while longer I wanna pray
Can't get You off my mind so I came to say
Thank You Lord just for loving me
Many times as I do forget
Every need that You have met
Oh thank You Lord, I know You're showing me
You are there when I am down and out
You're holding me, Your love is so amazing
Oh it changed me

Chorus:
Here I am with all I am
Raise my hands to worship You
I wanna say thank you, oh thank you
For everything, for who You are
You cover me, You touch my heart
I wanna say thank you

I could have died in my sin but You saved me
Didn't have any hope at all
You gave me peace divine, strength to carry on
I should have been the one to pay
But instead You took my place
My Jesus, words cannot explain
Even though I don't deserve Your love for me
You look beyond my fault and You showed mercy

CHORUS

I wanna say thank you for the sun
I wanna say thank you for the rain
Everything You do is beautiful
I'm so grateful for Your love