My Craziest Dream Doesn't Come Close to The Beauty in My Life Today!

Wild Wacky Wonderful Wednesday! Wow!! If you had told me a year ago that I would be in the midst of sharing my life story with the world via a blog, I would have literally laughed out loud. No way would I open my closet for the world to see! I mean, who in their right mind looks for critics and judges?

If you would have claimed that within 7 months of me stepping out in Faith and following the direction God was pulling in, my story would have well over 40,000 page views and I would have been read in 75 countries, I'd of told you that you should be writing a story! Yet, here I am. In absolute awe of our Heavenly Father. He is Faithful.

Were you to take my craziest dream and throw it up on a 'dream board', it would not even come close to comparing what is happening in my real life today. If that isn't absolutely mind blowingly wild, well, I don't know what is!

Recently I prayed for a way to create an income from nothing so that I can fund my ministry. While that prayer seemed like one that had little chance of being answered, I said it regardless. After all, with Faith anything can happen! So, I have the idea, the core of it, and I am super psyched to get started. All I am waiting on is for the 'so called clutter' to begin arriving in the mail. It is my prayer this happens before next month ends. If you missed that blog "Clear the Clutter" and you have no desire to go and read it for yourself, I am asking for donations of all broken crayons as well as all empty vitamin bottles. Any donations of either are greatly needed and appreciated. Simply mail them to Wendy Glidden, PO Box 481, Westfield, IN 46074.

The coolest thing about what I am doing right now is the messages I receive from readers. Money, no amount of it, could ever hold a candle to the encouraging and thankful messages I have received. They warm my heart and give me the courage and strength to continue. I do receive nasty insults from some. I know where that comes from. I just smile and think to myself, "I must be encouraging many for such attacks!"

I am firm in my faith and I will not waiver. Decades ago when I did not wear a full suit of armor the evil one was able to commit acts of connivery that in all reality were 100% cruel. I pray my fellow brother's and sister's in Christ learn about all the armor available to protect themselves from the daily battle we all face. Without using it all, we leave ourselves vulnerable. I now recognize the battle we are in and I am thankful for such clarity.

Speaking of clarity. I have been praying for it recently. The other night I had the craziest dream. You know, one of those where it seems so real, you believe it is happening in real life. That happened to me last week. In my dream, I couldn't 'see' who was with me as everything was slightly fuzzy, almost like being in a hospital under the bright lights undergoing surgery yet awake. Anyway, they were looking into my eyes. Next thing I know, they pulled out this whitish film but it was thick. I was shocked it had come out of my eye. Then I heard them say, "There, that should help you see clearer." When I woke up my eyes felt rough. I got up and went into the bathroom to wash my face. As soon as I splashed that first handful of water on my eyes, I stood straight up recalling what I had witnessed during the night. I am still blind as a bat but I am seeing things clearer.

I came to work and shared my dream with Joan at work. She said, "Wow, sounds like you had scales taken out of your eyes!"  I am not sure what transpired exactly. What I do know for sure is I am now praying for my ears to be in tune with truth! I will be sure to share any other crazy dreams I have in the future!

The highlight of my day thus far would be when I went into the break room to heat up water for my oatmeal. I found my 14 year old daughter curled up reading her bible. Her Ipod and my laptop are sitting on the table for her to use and yet she is entranced in God's word. I don't think anything can top that!

Today I pray eyes and ears are opened to the truth. I pray countless lost are found. I pray the hands and feet of Jesus move into action all across the world as one. I pray my brothers and sisters begin coming home in the thousands. May the evil one lose his hold on countless held in bondage. I pray all learn about the war and the armor needed to win. I pray they take advantage of all the armor available. I pray I begin to receive countless packages of broken crayons so I can begin my fundraising idea that makes me giggle like a child every time I think about it. I thank you Lord for all you have blessed me with. I am blessed beyond measure. I pray I continue to receive insight on my next steps. I pray I am always able to see an attack and recognize it for what it is. I pray that while sin crouches at my door it finds no entry into my heart and mind. Protect me from harm Father. Protect my family from harm. Strengthen the Faith of all my family. In Jesus name I pray! Amen.



Wendy, Mom of Many

© Wendy Glidden 2013

Time Flies When You Are Seeking God!

Wow! Marvelously Magnificent Miraculous Monday! Time flies when you are seeking God! From Psalm 118 verse 24: This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it!

Indeed! Are you making the most of today? Are you rejoicing and giving thanks?

Today I am rejoicing! This blog that I stepped out in faith to write beginning back on December 6, 2012 has officially reached over 40,000 page views and has been read in 74 countries! It's so amazing to have been touched by so many I would have never been blessed by had I not listened. I am blessed beyond measure and thankful for so many encouraging messages ♥ Keep those coming :-) Please share my link with anyone feeling unworthy of God's love, grace and mercy.

On a side note, if you haven't read about the idea God inspired me with to raise funds for my ministry, check out my blog post "Clear the Clutter" for all the details. Thank you for spreading the word. Here is that blog link if you want to share it ♥

http://youareworthytoo.blogspot.com/2013/07/clear-clutter.html

This was the post on my fan page titled you are worthy too. If you are on face book at all, please stop by and like my fan page! This will help you should you stumble upon a blog post that you want to share. Not to mention the rumor on the street is Likes matter! I'm no guru when it comes to the Internet. One thing I know for sure though, I honestly like "likes" lol. This is the link to that fan page should you be tempted to check it out.  https://www.facebook.com/YouAreWorthyToo

Last week I managed to write a post four days in a row! This week started out a little rough! From the jump I woke up late, my coffee order was made incorrectly and the first emails I opened at work were not the most pleasant I have ever received. I was second into the office which meant I did not get to pick the music for the day. Even with all those things, I still found myself in a good mood. I realized starting my day out with a single snippet of God's word for me to reflect upon had made a major impact on my day. Reading one single verse changed my outlook and my focus. I was able to keep it right on Jesus through everything that came my way.

Today I am thankful I know about all the treasure to be discovered with in the Holy Bible. It truly is wisdom, love, hope, faith, encouragement, triumph and so much more. I am blessed to understand that simply reading a little bit of God's word gives me massive protection. Had I not focused first on an encouraging word who knows how my day would have ended. I am sure not as pleasantly as it did. I was able to tackle 2 big ticket items on my must do before the end of the month list as well as complete research for another task I will now be able to complete tomorrow with confidence. Life is good when you keep your focus on Christ.

Tomorrow I will finally be making my first introduction video on you tube as well as finally emailing everything I needed to for a mom's group I am very excited to be a part of. The women I have met along my journey in the last 3 years have been such a blessing in my life. To think it all started with the simple desire to help enhance the lives of those I touch.

I must end here as my time to write has ended. I just wanted to encourage you in all you do, seek God first. It will truly make a difference in how your day goes. Give him the morning. Even if you are running a moment late, there are countless things you can do to fit God into your morning routine. I promise, if you make the time to fit God in, He will begin to reveal himself to you. All that is required is that you seek Him. With that being said, remember every day we are blessed with has a cause for rejoicing and giving thanks. Make the time every day. This is a VITAL part of your daily armor! Blessings to all who do!

Father I come before you today rejoicing in all I am blessed to be a part of. Thank you for using me. For inspiring me. For teaching me. Thank you for your mercy and grace. You are so amazing. I cannot imagine a life without belief in you. Today I pray for all who have lost faith in prayer, may they find cause to begin to turn to you with life problems. May more of us begin to understand where that tug on your heart to step out and do something comes from and with Faith act upon it. Father help us be more in tune with you. I pray for all the lost, may they hear the call and lift their heads. May they begin to seek you. May they find the right fellowship. May they be blessed with teachers of the truth. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.


Wendy, Mom of many

© Wendy Glidden, 2013

Clear the Clutter

It's Tremendously Thankful Thoughtful Thursday. Tonight I am going to the send off for The women's Cross Roads Great Banquet # 46. How the memories come rushing back. I will forever be thankful for how I grew that weekend.  It cost me nothing to go yet it was priceless. Pardon the pun! With the event coming up this week and in knowing I was going to be attending the send off, my heart has been overflowing with elated emotion. There is nothing that can compare to knowing God LOVES you. There is nothing that can compare to understanding His Grace and Mercy. There is nothing that compares to laying it all at His feet, accepting Christ as your Savior and understanding forgiveness. When these things take place in your life, you truly do become a new creation!

On my way to work I heard a couple of awesome songs I had never heard before. I am including this one today for it is so fitting to how I feel, what I desire. It's by Addison Road and it's a newer song of hers I believe "My Story"

I truly desire to serve the Lord. I honestly long to help my fellow brothers and sisters in Christ lift their heads and understand there is nothing, NOTHING God doesn't already know about them. All He is waiting for is for you to come to Him. I was lost for so long myself. While I believed in God, I did not believe I was worthy of saving. The evil one had me fooled. Even with all the signs and wonders God had made visible in my life, I was blind in a way that was detrimental to my well being. I know that place so well. I lived there for years. I finally get to do what I always wanted to do. I get to help God's children, my brothers and sisters in Christ. By allowing Christ to work on me and through me I am able to be a light for others.

I have been praying for a way to raise money for my ministry that won't take money from others. Recently God helped me recall a funny idea he had given me in my twenties. I shared my idea with my 14 year old daughter and she laughed. While she says I embarrass her with my thoughts, actions and dance moves, I know she loves me just the way I am! Last night, God clicked it together for me. Today I am here asking if you would clear out the clutter and help a girl with her mission! I am asking for donations of all broken, useless, unwanted crayons you may have. I am also asking for any and all empty vitamin bottles. If you would kindly collect these items and send them to me I would greatly appreciate your much needed donation! Simply address your packages to: Wendy Glidden, PO Box 481, Westfield, IN 46074

I can hardly wait to unveil the items God gave me to create as gifts. I promise, I have a smile on my face and laughter bubbling inside of me as I envision the laughter, joy and hope they will deliver.  

I love the road I am set on. While I understand I live in a fallen world and chaos is bound to cross my road, I will not be driven from my purpose again. I am keeping my focus on Jesus and I know I will be just fine through all my future storms. I am Free. 

Father today I come before you with laughter in my heart. Oh how good you are to me. I am blessed beyond measure. Others may see my life as full of hardships, yet as I look back I see loads of laughter. I would not change my shoes with anyone. It is my prayer father that those who too have had a bumpy road and have been fooled into believing they are not worthy come to find Joy in you. I pray the evil one's connivery is counted as useless against my fellow brothers and sisters. Trials and Tribulations are a given. They stretch us, they prepare us, they strengthen us. Thank you for always holding me up through the storms I have lived through. It saddens me that so many are blind to just who you truly are and what Grace and Mercy truly mean. The world is so upside down Father. It must break your heart for I know it breaks mine. I pray your light shines through me. I pray it shines through others. I pray we begin to act like one body. I pray we discover our true purpose. I pray the blinders come off. I pray eyes are opened and ears begin to hear, understand and recognize the truth when it is spoken. I pray for broken hearts may they find you Father. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.

Wendy, Mom of Many

© Wendy Glidden, 2013