Overwhelmed much?

It seems like lately I've been feeling a little overwhelmed. There is so much that I have on my list of "I would like to do's" that by the time I am done with the "have to's" I'm just plain tuckered out. I've also been facing some big decisions as of recently, and I really need God's guidance to help me with my/our decisions.

This verse rings true for me today "...do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." ~Philippians 4:6-7. I was also reading Abba's Child again today and this part struck me..."When we accept the truth of what we really are and surrender it to Jesus Christ, we are enveloped in peace, whether or not we feel ourselves to be at peace. By that I mean the peace that passes understanding is not a subjective sensation of peace; if we are in Christ, we are in peace even when we feel no peace."

My bad habits tend to lead me to feel anxious, because instead of turning to God and trusting in Him and His will, I try to handle it all myself or figure everything out as quickly as possible. This is a lesson I just keep on needing to learn. I feel like I am constantly learning to wait for the Lord, and His provision because it is perfect. His will is perfect. And no matter how anxious I get, or how much planning I do, it will never be good enough. God is more than good enough for me, and through him there is PEACE. Even if I'm not quite feeling the peace, I know that when I am giving my life (all of it including my plans and control) to Him, there is peace regardless of what my life looks like or feels like at that moment. And THAT quiets my anxious thoughts and gives me the rest and discernment I need.

Yesterday I had a doctor's appointment and was given a shot. It really made my arm hurt it's still sore and the person who took my blood did not do a great job. I have a huge bruise where the blood was drawn and that hurt a lot too :) Later James and I went to church and I had an interview for a position. (I've decided not to say what the position was for until I am ready to share with everyone.) But I would greatly appreciate prayers to give me insight on this position. I am going to another meeting this week to discuss the position, we will see what God has in store for me :)

Today I was incredibly busy and tired at work. I think the shot I received yesterday made me feel a little sick today. By the time 2pm rolled around I felt like I was going to get sick for real! But I'm definitely feeling better now. I'm planning on getting a game night together with some friends this week. I'm looking forward to seeing some of our friends that we don't see to often. I've also been trying to reach some of my friends via phone with no luck. I miss my girls so much! I hope I will have luck connecting with them soon! Not much else is new, I'm going to get back to American Idol now :) God bless!