Chosen Vessel: Press on.... God is in control!

Hi guys...

I am not even sure why I am blogging but I just felt led to encourage someone to continue pressing and know God is in control despite how we feel or what we are going through.

Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7

This year has been one of the roughest years I can remember. From one thing to another. It will appear physically that I am losing so much, the constant attacks spiritually and emotionally I have just felt so drained.

On Saturday my dad died (tears) and you wouldn't imagine how I am feeling but truly I haven't gotten any chance to mourn because so many other things have been happening but one thing I can say the HOLY SPIRIT is truly a Comforter!! I have not been spending as much time as I want in quiet time but I am constantly praying for my siblings and other persons who I've been burdened for that I know are going through so much. I haven't even written in my journal because I just know it will become more real when I begin to write...

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Proverbs 3:5

To be honest, ALL the things I've been preaching, the scriptures I've been reading, the sermons I've watched and the things I've been praying about .. I believe it's a test to see if I truly will continue to trust God and serve Him even when everything seem to be going contrary to what God has told me about my life, purpose and His promises.

Will I still have faith when I don't see how anything will work out?

It is tough.. It is rough.. It is hard.. But I keep asking the HOLY SPIRIT to help me to endure because He is the Helper!

And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns. Philippians 1:7

While writing this blog, I just got news that one of my co-workers were stabbed to death during a robbery:-( .. #justlikethat

This is life.. But GOD is still GOD.. GOD is still GOOD.. GOD is still FAITHFUL!!

So, whatever you are currently facing, whether financially, spiritually, physically or emotionally, I want you to know you are NOT alone. GOD is with you! Yes, I know it feels like He is not but GOD is not a liar and He says He will never leave you or forsake you. Press on my friend!! Press on sister!! Press on brother!! Press on Crystal (saying to self)!!

This too shall pass.. Believe me, I know its hard but every day, we have to decide who’s going to be in control of our life — us or God. That choice is a battle.

Psalm 46:10 says, “Let go of your concerns! Then you will know that I am God. I rule the nations. I rule the earth

Honestly, I am daily saying GOD.. take control!!