Everybody say, "BLESSED!"

Let me tell you about my God. If you don't want to hear boasting about how faithful, how loving, how miraculous, and generous my God is, then I suggest that you stop reading now. But if you want to hear about God continually showing up and showing out in my life, then this story is just a little taste.


The last time I flew, I packed as much of my belongings as I could into the two carry ons and two free checked bags that were allowed because I was relocating to Maryland for work. I was nervous about moving roughly 2500 miles away from my home, but I was on my way.

I arrived at BWI to a nice welcome from a good friend and one of my two checked bags. An airline I won't name lost my luggage. That bag had all of my essentials in life in it. You can see my major frustration, I am an experienced traveler. I know how to get my possessions and myself to and fro, but that voyage was the exception and, honestly, had me shaken a little bit.

This past Sunday during our weekly prayer, I confessed to my best friend that I was a little nervous about traveling home this week. I've never traveled during Thanksgiving. I know it's the busiest time of year to travel and I had recently had a valuable bag lost while traveling. We prayed for comfort and provision while I travel home, and I tried not to think any more of it.

Well as I was waiting for my flight home to board, the employees at the ticket counter gave me a new ticket with my flight seat assignment. Then I got in line while it was winding down and the gentlemen came over to me again, took my ticket back to "see if he can give me a better seat." Confusion. I had my headphones in and I had to double check what he was doing. Mind you, I have my backpack, a carry-on tote, and my purse, which is like luggage on its own. I was just trying to slip by without having to check anything because I didn't want to go through that possible headache and he was trying to switch around my seats.

I'm trying to look cool but I was about to start sweating. He came back and handed me a ticket. I looked at it and all I saw was a big FIRST. Wait, what? Is this really happening to me?? I couldn't even tell them how that made me feel but they pointed out my huge smile and the glistening in my eyes.    FIRST CLASS BABY!

I thanked them sincerely and stood at the end of the line in disbelief. God is good. 

There I sat in the first row of the airplane. I can say that I got those confused glances from my fellow first class patrons but it's ok if they didn't know why I was up there or who I am. I know who my father is and I belonged here. His provision and his grace have covered me. Not only did I land with all my belongings in tact, but I flew in comfort. The foot room is crazy! Lol

Look at the breakfast they served!! This reminds me why I fly with American Airlines (shameless promotion!) and why I worship Him with every fiber of who I am. I will be provided for in everything. Even in those times when I'm trying to sneak by with my three bags, God still works things out in my favor. Anything I try to do or contrive will always be trumped by God.


I love you lord. I know you love me.


Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!!


Today I am grateful for answered prayers.

♥ Britt T

Daybreak Christian Fellowship

At church this past Sunday, one of our sisters gave a brilliant tesitmony. She sent her colleague our corporate confession to encourage her in the trying of her patience. The Daybreak Corporate Confession is what we believe about our relationship with God based on the scriptures. I could relate when she said that it's a blessing to repeat a few lines to herself when she needs it and to say it as a whole church every Sunday.

I thought I'd share because I have found myself reciting some of the lines to remind myself of the power that's within me. So if you ever hear me mumbling, "I CAN DO what you say I can do, I can do all things through Christ..." you'll know exactly what I'm saying!   ;)

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Daybreak's Corporate Confession

Father, I now bring myself into agreement with your word.  Whereas it's impossible for you to lie, your word has now become my contract with you, the creator of the universe. 

I LIVE BY FAITH, NOT WHAT I SEE.  I'm sure that I have already received what I expect and certain that I have already gotten what I don't see.  Like you, I call things that don't exist into existance.  I'm careful about what I say because what I say is what you do.

I AM WHAT YOU SAY I AM.  I am your child, an heir with you, a new creation, free from guilt and worry, holy, righteous, healed, highly favored, abundantly prosperous, and debt free.

I HAVE WHAT YOU SAY I HAVE.  I have your power, love, wisdom, and self-discipline dwelling in me through your holy spirit.  I have the spiritual gifts in operation in my life.  I have everything I need.

I CAN DO WHAT YOU SAY I CAN DO.  I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.  I lay hands on the sick and they get well.  I drive out demons.  I speak to mountains and they move.  I speak in new tongues.  I build up the weak while bearing with their weakness. 

I will bless you at all times and not forget your benefits.  I worship you in spirit and truth.  With the voice of triumph I will shout Hallelujah!  Salvation and glory and power belong to my God.  You, Lord, are almighty and you reign supreme.

Check out Daybreak's website http://www.daybreakcf.org

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To The Better Days:

Philippians 4:11-13                                                                                                  ♥ Britt T

 *Philippians 4:11-13  11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do everything through him who gives me strength.*