Cup of Thoughts

Worship is such an important necessity in our relationship with Christ. In fact, the Bible actually says that we are commanded to worship the One True God (Exodus 20:4) .  Worshiping God is a way to express our love and reverent adoration.  Sometimes while driving to school I'll crank up the speakers so that I don't have to hear my own voice, and sing the loudest I can with lyrics just for honoring God.  Most of the time when someones mentions ' worship ', or ' worship service ' they're talking about the 15-20 minutes of the choir singing hymns before the preacher gets up to the podium and gives a sermon. Lyrics can be more than just lyrics. Hymnals can become a foundation for your praising. I have to admit, sometimes I just sing because everyone else is. It's easy to get in the motions and get distracted. But when we say the Lord's name and His grace with a voided meaning, isn't it the same as taking His name in vain? Worshiping...

This year my sister and I wanted to do a little something different with our festive nails. Instead of the iconic firework based nail art, we decided to use red-white-and-blue themed floral designs. I think it turned out adorable! Plus you can even work the look after the 4th of July! I couldn't exclude a new hairstyle! I'm calling this one the messiest, twisted updo ever. My sister requested something out of her face and off her shoulders, so I did just that.  "Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty." ( II Corinthians 3:17 ) I hope you and your family/friends have a blessed Independence Day! ♡ Anna