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Dancing Like David

I am not a great dancer. I have never claimed to be but I sure do like to move to music.  Sometimes I wonder how David danced when he danced out of his clothes.

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What Not To Say

4a86b05d133f07ee86faa2b270403435My lips are sealed as I am reading the book Keep It Shut by Karen Ehman. It has been convicting me and blessing me at the same time.  I am trying to live purposefully on pitch for God in every area of my life and this book highlights an area I can always improve in.  There is much to be said about  the power of our words and our thoughts.  I went to Bible study and my pastor taught us about the lying tongue.  I felt like a wounded soldier on the battlefield. I realized both my heart and my mouth were in need of repair.  How do I not despair when I think about the cuts, bruises, damages caused by me and words I’ve said or thoughts I ‘ve had?  Thank God for providing healing through scriptures and wisdom through instruction.  There IS hope, there IS first aid, there IS a balm in Gilead (and in California).  To live on pitch I need to seal these lips, examine my motives, and sometimes just don’t speak at all.  What’s your favorite scripture to remind you of what not to say? How do you keep your lips sealed?

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What Not To Wear

4b4b953247d99ade571b424e03a716fe c3af324eb45ebd06a3d8564f8ac3109f (2)I like fashion and style.  One of my favorite shows to watch on style  was called What Not To Wear. I enjoyed watching the transformations and education on what NOT to wear.   Have you ever had a fit over an outfit?  Clothing sure gets a lot of attention in church and sometimes we are too quick to judge by what people wear or don’t wear.  Now I will admit there have been times when I too was distracted by some extreme church attire and rushed to judge someone too harshly or too quickly.   As a corporate worshipper I am constantly reminded of the responsibility to stay focused on God and not on a pair of shoes or clothing. I learned how to dress for the occasion of worship one day when I found myself in front of a closet full of clothes, shoes and accessories asking the question, what am I going to wear to church? Not even realizing the blessing of having a choice, I changed a few times after becoming frustrated.  I couldn’t find the right shoes, sleeves, or jacket that fit. I was busy making sure things weren’t too tight, too low, too short, you know covering all my basis of the “toos.” Time did not appear to be on my side but the Holy Spirit stepped in to act as my personal stylist. He showed me through scripture, just how good I looked wearing godly character in Colossians 3: 12-17. Tender mercies, kindness and humility are always in style. Meekness and longsuffering match perfectly. Bearing with one another and forgiveness comes in every color and size. Peace and love are a true fit for any occasion. I was quickly reminded of the spiritual things I needed to put on versus the material things. Getting dressed now is easier when I consider what I am to clothe myself in for worship. I no longer have fits over an outfit.  Now that’s what I call Living On Pitch.

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Why Living On Pitch

I started sharing through this blog because I love serving God, singing and music.  I serve in music ministry at my church and  I strive to live on pitch for God everyday.  I aim to do it with purpose. I write uplifting messages to encourage others in ministry  and inspire all who worship to stay in tune with the Master.  I hope you enjoy the blog and join me in the journey to live purposefully on pitch.