so-long self :)

Well, I'm sitting in Word Processing bored out of my ever-loving mind. Not the liveliest class of the day. Anyway...I have a new life-verse. And for those of you wondering, "What's a life-verse?", it's a verse that represents your life.

I used to use Jeremiah 29:11--"I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future." Don't get me wrong; it's a totally inspiring verse and a great verse to live by.

But I've found a new one that describes me and my life better. It's Galations 2:20--My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.

Technically, I'm not alive anymore. It's Christ living in me. So everything I say and do should reflect Him. People know I'm a Christian. But my actions gotta back me up, or else they'll say, "You're just like everybody else, so why should I get saved?"

So I challenge you to say so-long self and hello Jesus :)

P.S. Here's the song "So-long Self" by Mercy Me

P.S.S. I'll be posting on Mondays and Fridays from now on!

P.S.S.S. Blessings && smiles!

oh, the joys of high school!

Well, I'm back to school again. Joy, joy :P I'm sitting in Life Skills as we speak (or as I'm writing, but whatever). I like high school so far. Actually, I like it a lot. Everyone said that being a freshman would be HORRIBLE, but it's really not. The first three days have flown by, although I doubt the rest of the school year will :) My favorite class so far is Art 1, but it's too soon to tell, ya know? Anyways...I've gotta tell you about my amazing first day. So, my first to classes were normal--nothing special. But then I went back to my locker to get my lunch box (the school lunches aren't that great. Okay, they're terrible). I was one of the last few people in the hallway, so I sorta looked lost. At least that's what he thought. This super-cute senior asked me if I needed help finding anything. I was like "No, I'm good." "Okay," was all he said, and he went on his merry way. What he didn't know is that he had made a little freshman's first day of high school one of the best days ever. Total God-thing if you ask me. The whole time I was nervous and worried about messing up, God was thinking, "Don't worry, Anna. I've got your back." And He did. Oh, the joys of high school! (and God :D)

Blessings && smiles,

anna :)

the museum (the band, not the place!)

Hey girls! Sorry I haven't posted in a while. Once I get my Mac (the computer!) I'll be posting more regularly. Anyways...The Museum lead worship at my church today! How awesome is that?! I was totally jazzed all weekend and they did not to disappoint me. They met my expectations and totally rocked our worship service. God was definitely in our mist :) If you haven't heard of The Museum, you can check out their signature song on my blog iPod--"My Help Comes From the Lord". Their new CD hits stores Tuesday, so be sure to get a copy! Well, I've gotta head to church, but I hope you've had a great summer :)

Blessings && smiles,
anna :)

the Jesus in me (original song)

Hey you guys! I think I posted the first verse and chorus to this song a long time ago...but now it's completely complete! Haha (: Anyways, be sure to comment and tell me what you think!

She's the life of the party
Blonde hair, blue eyes
She's the cheer captain, too
Like that's a suprise
When she walks down the hall
The guys are hypnotized

But I've got something, something she needs
I've got Jesus Christ

I might not look like
The cover of a magazine
I'm not perfect
So sometimes I just wanna scream
It's hard to remember in this society
That what makes me beautiful
Is the Jesus in me

Well time flew by
Now she's thirty-eight
She's had two kids
Another's on the way
Her youthful looks are gone
But she's got saving grace

So she's got beauty, beauty inside
She's got Jesus Christ

I might not look like
The cover of a magazine
I'm not perfect
So sometimes I just wanna scream
It's hard to remember in this society
That what makes me beautiful
Is the Jesus in me

Grandma, what were you like at fifteen
Were you popular, were you the prom queen
Did guys like you, what is it all about
I'm a freshman this year
I've gotta figure it out
She simply smiled and said oh, sweet girl
That won't help you find a place in this world
All you'll ever need is Jesus Christ
Give Him yourself, give Him your life

You might not look like
The cover of a magazine
You're not perfect
So sometimes you'll just wanna scream
Be sure to remember in everything you do
What makes you beautiful
Is the Jesus in you

Yeah, yeah...

We might not look like
The covers of magazines
We're not perfect
So sometimes we'll just wanna scream
We need to get out there and open up their eyes
Cause what makes us beautiful
Is Jesus Christ

always waiting? just say it.

Well, I figured out I fit under this catergory. I'm always waiting for tomorrow, and I'm not living in today like I should be. I think, "This day is going by so slow. I wish it would just end already." But really, I should be thanking God for that day and telling Him how much I appreciate it. Because life is a precious gift. And I think we take it for granted. There's a Stellar Kart song (I LOVE THEM!!) called "Always Waiting". It was sort of the inspiration for this post actaully. Anyway, here's the chorus:

Always waiting for tomorrow
Always waiting for the new to come around
Still waiting for the grass that's greener
Always waiting for anything but now

And it's so true! I'm always wanting something more than what God has given me. I need to be content with what I have. And that's what Britt Nicole's song "Say It" is about:

With eyes open wide
I'm taking You in
Making the time
Mean all that it can
I don't need a sign
I just need to begin
With every second
Of every minute
And I'm living in it
And that's how I say it

So...are you always waiting? Then just say it (:

Blessings && smiles,
anna :)