It is a term defined as
something that happens
within the course of events
within the course of events
that has the possibility
of turning
everything
all around.
of turning
everything
all around.
a change of plans
a re-direction
something surprising
or
even unexpected
or
even unexpected
sometimes necessitating
taking to the
root
root
of previously existing
plans
plans
or goals...
and
chipping away
and
chipping away
giving up on what we thought we needed,
and starting over, if need be.
This isn't your standard New Year's reflection post...
I've had an honest-to-goodness
game changer
occur today.
Something that has prompted me to value
life
a little bit more
value those I
love
a little bit more
and to re-evaluate my hopes, dreams and ambitions
and to hold them up in the light of
God's will
for my life.
I am at a crossroads...
as are we all, in one way or another...
whether we realize it or not.
And so I wait.
I sit and listen, as the game plan remains a mystery.
But this I know...
I have a wonderful *Coach.
"For I know the plans I have for you,"
declares the *Lord,
"plans to prosper you and not to harm you,
plans to give you a hope and a future..."
declares the *Lord,
"plans to prosper you and not to harm you,
plans to give you a hope and a future..."
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Too vague:) I'll be praying! HUGS!
I will pray for you darling.....it helps !!...love yiu Ria....xxxx.....
I mean love you.......
hope everything is ok sweet friend
xo
Thoughts and prayers - you've got them from me. Hope whatever the change is, it will work out for the positive. Hugs...Cathy
I love that verse ... it's so simple and we make it so hard.
We need to erase our "picture" and see the "big" picture!!
bless ya honey as you settle in to listening to the still small voice.
Well, I am keeping you both in my thoughts and prayers. I hope everything turns out well for you:)
~Debra xxx
Capers of the vintage vixens
Now you've got me worried dear friend! This certainly does not sound like a small thing. I will be thinking about you in the coming days as you work through this ordeal. Rest assured my prayers will be sent up to the One in charge tonight and every night for you and those around you.
Take care!
Oh precious Anne ~
God often has plans for us that may
not be our plans but we have the
assurance that they will all work for
good to those who love the Lord ~
I don't know what is going on but
I do know that if you trust Him
then it will all be good ~
hugs
Lori
Whatever comes your way God does have a plan that we cannot even comprehend. I trust that he has a strong hold on your life. Good for you to recognize change coming and to be aware of it and to slow yourself and listen for his will. I'm praying for whatever change is headed your way.
God bless you Sweetie. Love...Tracy :)
what a beautiful post. words to live by my friend...words to live by. "Merci" for your continued inspiration. I await the "answers to your prayers."
I've read this twice and can't tell if this is good or bad news...my gut tells me it is not something bad but instead something just unexpected that rocked your world today...worried and waiting my friend!
I hope everything is ok with you and your family. Having faith in God will be your strength in anything you do. ~Hugs, Patti
Oh Anne, this I know, you need some prayers and I would imagine a hug or two wouldn't hurt. What ever it is, tomorrow is a new day, Char
Praying that you sense the direction the Lord is leading in a very real and personal way ~Hugs to you~
Dear Anne, I pray all is well with you and your family. Just lean into his everlasting arms, be still and know that He is God. These are often the hardest things to do when we want answers :)
Blessings
Prayers sent your way, for you and Coach, that all is okay and peace in decisions to be made will be guided by His presence and intervention. ~ Angela
Hi Anne,
I don't know you well, but when I read your post I was reminded of a quote from Ruth Benedict..."I long to speak out the intense inspiration that comes to me from the lives of strong women."
I've visited your blog enough to know that you are a strong woman. Hold tight to those you love, and good or bad, you will be stronger for having come through it.
Hugs,
Susan
Oh...Hope all is well Anne! I pray that God reveals His plan for your life and for the courage to follow. Your post spoke to me because I am going through some personal reevaluation about my walk with God and complacency in my life... and I love where you said "giving up on what we thought we needed and starting over if need be" and reevaluating hopes and dreams and giving them to God...
Praying for you!
Kendra
I'm a little scared for you, but I will pray that you will be okay!
hugs,
gail
Anne you are in my thoughts and prayers. Game Changers can be good and they can be bad....I am praying for only good. Always, Linda
Sweet Fiona,
This is what the LORD says: “Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls. (Jer. 6:16 NIV)
You have a great GPS, follow your heart!
My prayer for you is that whatever the change may be, you embrace it with the strength & courage God has given you.
Hugs to you.
I am saying a prayer for you and sending you good thoughts dear Anne.
Love,
LuLu~*xoxo
Oh Anne
I will be joing you in prayer asking for clarity! I had this happen right before the New Year and lots of things tried to derail me until I stood still. We serve such a faithful God. Sending you love and prayers xoxox
Kate
Anne, what ever the game changer is, I know you will work through it. Know that I'm thinking about you and Mr. Twig. Your post is beautiful, touching, and inspiring. You are one talented lady!
~ Sarah
Praying you find the answers...
Pray about it........but most of all listen....listen to the answer God gives you.
I hope everything is ok Anne! Thinking of you and wishing you the strength to embrace the game plan that is meant for you!
xo
Polly
Thinking and praying for the best !
Sharon
that was really deep!!! wishing and praying for only happiness for you!!!
My thoughts are with you my dear friend, for I too have recently had a game changer and it does put everything into the light. I hope all is well!! Warm Wishes.
Hello dear friend....what is the old saw....."We make plans.....God Laughs...."
I do believe that has been true for all of us in our lives at one time or another...but I know you do trust that ALL WILL BE WELL!
Xo
Jo
Anne,
I love your scripture verse. Just believe in the ONE who said that!
I'll be praying you.
Yvonne
Anne,
I will watching and praying for you. My sweetheart is now in heaven. I am in Australia with my other daughter and grandson. I will checking on you! Know that He is always there for us. It is just really hard I know.
smiles, hugs, & tears, alice
Well, my heart dropped into my stomach with this one. I'm sure hoping you are okay. I will certainly be praying for you and for direction.
Becky C
good attitude and good advice and i should listen to what lays before me. Bestest,Denise
I sure pray that everything works out for the best. Take deep breaths and know that you are never alone.
Life is full of game-changers. I've just learned not to get too complacent. Trust yourself. Jan
I'm with theresa...too vague.
I was okay until the up close of your better half...
Then my mind went to what I've just been through with my love...
Praying your both well...
Kathy @
Sweet Up-North Mornings...
Im wondering what is going on? You are in my thoughts and prayers.Hugs,Rachel
French Farmhouse 425
Anne,
No one knows what the future holds or what will happen from one moment to the next, but God is always there for you and provides you with the Holy Spirit and good friends to comfort you.
Love ya like a Sis!!!
You are in the best of hands, dear Anne, and I know you are trusting the Lord with this. "Thy will be done" brings assurance in the midst of game changers. Hold tight as you wait, and remember these wonderful words of His, "Be still and know that I am God."
Loves,
Laurie
I hope everything is okay...just know you are in my thoughts and I will be praying that the Lord will give you direction. I'm here if ya need me.
Hugs,
Adrienne
And I just finished reading a post from one of my other blog friends that quoted a scripture that reminded me to note that God is always in charge. It kind of makes you relax in a way knowing HE holds the plans for us. Sending you hugs sweet Anne. xoxo ~Lili
Anne, I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Your post is a little vague, but I know that God will help you with whatever the game changer is. I hope everything is o.k. Your Missouri Friend.
May God lead you and guide you, my sweet friend. May you have wisdom and discernment in all that lies ahead. I pray all is well or will be well soon.
Anne, I am sending prayers and only GOOD thoughts your way, for the peace which passes all understanding. And I wish I could give you a REAL hug, too, sweet friend...I care. XOXO
Sweet girl, I hope all is well, and if it isn't you know that we are here for you, and we will be whispering a prayer whenever your name pops into our minds....(((hugs)))
xoxo
Joni
I wish I could come over and give you a hug and share a hot fudge sundae with you. I hope whatever it is that is frustrating you will soon pass and that you will see beautiful light ahead.
“A friend is someone who understands your past, believes in your future, and accepts you just the way you are.”
xx Lara
You know where we all are if you need to share. As you can see by all the comments so far - you are in our thoughts and prayers. God works in mysterious ways dear friend. Everything is put exactly where it is for a reason. You will get through this as you have faith and love and hope. Take care
{{{prayers}}}
Just keep listening to your heart & soul, Anne.
You're in my thoughts & prayers.
Life is so short, I just wish we'd all stop and realize it for one second each day and let the little, meaningless things go.
Take care this beautiful day.
xo~Tracie
Love and support coming your way from all corners of the globe. Hope everthing is ok.
Thinking of you from the UK. Staying steady and calm when the sands are shifting around you is not easy, so praying for Grace and God's steadfast hand for you in this. Hugs, belinda xx
you are both in my prayers. Stay strong with the Lord and know you are in our thoughts...
Karen
I hope everything is okay. Just remember that you have a lot of people thinking about you and wishing nothing but good stuff in your life.
Wow, Anne, this sounds very worrisome. Hoping that all is well...
God bless,
Diane
Anne,
You don't know me but I visit you often...
you are Beautiful and so very talented. Heidi from Heidi Claire pored the other day...
The most Beautiful People
we have ever known are those
who have known defeat, known
suffering, known struggle, known
loss and have found their way
out of the depths.
These persons have an
appreciation, a sensitivity of life
that fills them with compassion, gentleness and a deep loving concern.
Beautiful people don’t
just happen.
Elizabeth Kubler Ros
And to this I say...Suffering is the soul gaining strength, the heart gaining wisdom and the mind gaining clarity; from which we derive what is really important in life.
May God Bless...And guide you through any struggles...Thinking of You Today!
Laurie
I was so thrilled when you answered a comment I recently put on your blog. You are such an inspiration , in all your talents and your professed faith in our Lord. This blog really touched my heart ,please know that I am praying for you and yours, like so very many others in this blogging family. And I really do believe in the power of prayer . God Bless you Anne.
Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge Him
and He will direct your paths.
Proverbs 3:5-6
I can't say better than that.
I will be praying for you, my firend
Ruth
i hope all is well. i will be thinking about you and saying a prayer or two for you. wish i lived closer to ya. i would give you a hug for good measure.
Anne, I hope this game changer is just a blip on the horizon and that all is well. You are in my thoughts as you navigate through this, my friend.
xo
Claudia
Anne,
I have visited your blog from time to time as I am new to the blogging world. After reading your post, I know that I am here to stay. That verse is tapped to my computer where I see it every day. I don't know your circumstances but that doesn't matter. I will pray for your strength through this game changer.
leslie
Oh I hope everything is okay. Life does throw some unexpected events our way. Hope this is a good game changer. Jeremiah 29:11 always comes to mind that he has good things in store for us...a hope and a future.
Dear Anne,
My prayers are with you friend. Whatever you are going through, God has a plan. And, although most of us don't embrace it while it is occurring, maybe even reject it, change is good. Challenges and changes are where we experience our greatest spiritual growth. My thoughts, prayers and hugs are with you today.
I'm hoping that your game changer is a positive one Anne! We wait and pray along with you my friend.
Hugs~
T
Oh Anne,
I don't know what you're dealing with but please know you and Mr. Twig are in my prayers. I have experienced some pretty difficult things and that's when the Lord is closest. You clearly have a lot if support here to lean on. And more importantly you have your faith in Jesus. That verse you quoted will bring you the strength you need. I know we're not exactly personal friends but I am here for you if you need anything at all.
Sincerest blessings,
Missy
Are you OK?
What happened?
PS
I have the same screen door in my living room, the dark one!
I'm listening...and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers!
Thinking of you and praying that your answers come through loud and clear and soon.
Pam
I'll say a little prayer and send you a
hug
Praying that your game changer is a positive one. Hold tight and listen...there's lots of prayers being said............
beth
So many prayers are coming your way...hope that game change means good and not bad....
That has always been one of my favorites verses! I hope everything is okay! I will be praying for you!
Sending lots of hugs and well wishes from England!
Jem xXx
Keeping you uplifted in prayer. You are right, you have the best coach you could ask for. Don't forget that.
Praying for you,
Valerie
I have been inspired by you for some time. I pray all goes well in this game changer and am hoping that it is a good change, rather than negative. You obviously have many people that care about you, and we can uplift you, as we are in prayer.
Oh, Dear One! I'm so glad I came by! I want you to know you and Mr. Twig will be in my prayers. I pray you'll have peace as you wait to find God's direction.
Blessings,
Shelia ;)
Dear Sweet Anne, I hope all is OK with you. I'm praying an EXTRA prayer for you tonight that it is.
Tammy :-)
JUNK WILD
Hi Anne....
I can see that
while I've been
under the weather,
some BIG weather has
been moving into the
map of your life. I
hope it is good. I
pray it is. Thinking
of you, today, sweet
friend!
xx Suzanne
I added my email address!
janeroche@ymail.com
I'm still new at this! :)
Now I'm worried about you Anne! I'll be praying for you. I love that verse.
Hugs,
Michelle
Huh...now why do you go & leave me all desperately wondering like that :) You KNOW I can't handle that :) But I LOVE how you put your faith out there! He is an amazing coach isn't he :)
Dear Anne:
Count me among those concerned and praying for you. Love,
Donna
Dear sweet girl, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers....I'm so very sorry you are hurting Anne ~ sending you hugs and love dear friend, Dawn
Oh Anne - I am here for you should you need an ear to listen or a shoulder to cry on. I am glad that you are clinging to God at this time in your life, as I know that he will take good care of you. Know that I'm keeping you in my prayers, sweetie....and let me know if there's anything I can do for you. ♥
xoxo laurie
Beautifully written...saying a prayer for you.
This post is touching my heart and just to say it is God's will. We dont always understand and some changes make us truly hurt but in the end you will see. It may take more time and we as humans lack patience. But hang onto your faith and if you are lacking in faith at times, this is a good time to rekindle it.
God has a way of putting a stop to the directions we are heading. I was stopped in my tracks for almost 3 years. He had something he wanted to say to me and I was not listening. He now is letting go of the ropes some and letting me get my feet wet again but he still is holding the rope with a firm grip.
He has a way of getting our attention. Keep the lord first in your life and he will direct your path.
In Godly love,
Tammy
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