A Vibrant and Transforming Faith

My first thought after hearing those words a week ago was, I like the sound of that! My second thought was, what does that look like? Since then, God has been faithful in showing me.  One of the scripture readings on Sunday was 2 Peter 1: 3-8 His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.  Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature and escape the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.  For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self control; and to self control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love.  For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.


After reading that I thought, sounds easy, all I need to do is be good, smart, kind.... but God? Did you forget where I live? The world is not the easiest place to hold onto all that goodness and love.  Then Cayla, our talented praise team pianist and singer, sang an amazing song by Hillsong United titled:
Oceans (Where Feet May Fail).
Verse 1:

You call me out upon the waters
The great unknown, where feet may fail
And there I find You in the mystery
In oceans deep, my faith will stand

Chorus:
And I will call upon Your name
And keep my eyes above the waves
When oceans rise
My soul will rest in Your embrace
For I am Yours, and You are mine

Verse 2:
Your grace abounds in deepest waters
Your sovereign hand will be my guide
Where feet may fail and fear surrounds me
You've never failed, and You won't start now

Bridge:
Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders
Let me walk upon the waters
Wherever You would call me
Take me deeper than my feet could ever wander
And my faith will be made stronger
In the presence of my Savior

I will call upon Your name
Keep my eyes above the waves
My soul will rest in Your embrace
I am Yours, and You are mine

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The answer is building that relationship with Jesus, trusting Him and letting Him guide us in ALL things.  I am thankful to be a part of a St. Paul and for all of you who live out that vibrant and transforming faith!