Because You're Mine

As I was flipping through my music on my mp3 player to find that one "perfect song" that describes how you're feeling at that moment. Well, I didn't exactly find that type of a song, I found an even better one. It's titled 'Because You're Mine' by Building 429. Let's just say that I needed that reminder and that smile... or in this case I've been smiling ever since I started listening to it again.

What is it about music? That certain song that just says it all? like it says it better than your own words can? Well, I have no idea what the answers to those questions are, and I didn't write this to try and figure them out, because, to be honest, in this post, I really don't care what the answers to those questions are. I'm writing to make a very important point, and I pray you'll understand by the end.

My story of why this song made me smile, is the blog post below this one. I also posted it to facebook, if you want to view it, you might have to add me as a friend on there... but I don't know. http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=418094360984

I'd have to say that while all the comments on there are amazing, Jon's comment was the one that did it!

Here's what he said:

" If I was there right now I would hug YOU, and I'm not even a 'hugging' type of person! :)

First off, even if we haven't met in person before, I want you to know that I love you like a sister! I mean it too!!! :) You have encouraged me sooo many times through your writings, and I know you are an awesome-amazing-super-cool-amazing-remarkable-marvelous-did I mention, amazing?-person!!!

Second, God is always with you! Even when you can't feel him, he is there! God knows what he is doing and he loves you more than anyone else on this earth ever can! Tough times maybe harassing you right now, but you need to hold on! At least for my sake, hold on! :)... See More

Third. I know you have, at least two guaranteed friends. Me and Jesus! =) (Here's a great song that applies quite well: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gn8FIFDgPXw )!!!

Fourth here's some great Bible verses that will hopefully encourage you a bit:

"Look at the birds of the air, that they do not sow, nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not worth much more than they?"~(Matthew 6:26)

"Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him."~(James 1:2-5)

"As I was with Moses, so I will be with you. I will not leave you nor forsake you”~ (Joshua 1:5)

"And from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth To Him who LOVES us and released us from our sins by His blood--"~(Revelation 5:8)

Fifth. I hope that I have succeeded in encouraging you even if it was only slightly. I have been praying for you ever since the last time I said I would be and I promise you I will continue to pray for you every night! Also, if you EVER need someone to talk to, then I'm almost always available! You can message me through facebook, you can email me (joniller@gmail.com), or you can call my home phone. I'm your friend and, if Greg hadn't called you up on stage, I wouldn't even be writing to you right now! So don't despair, God has got the wheel and, trust me, he knows how to drive!!! =)

Your friend,

Jon"

Thanks again, Jon!

I love the reminder that I'm loved and that I belong to God and that He will never leave my side no matter how much I try to convince myself that he has... He hasn't and never will. It's us who "move" away, not Him. He's there, whether you believe in Him or not.

So today I promise forever
Tomorrow I’ll say it again
You would give it all to know the answers
And I know you’ve heard this all before
I’m just here to help your heart remember
That no one else could ever love you more

You ought to know that I am here (near)
You ought to know I’ll be here to love you
Just to love you
Through all the pain and through the years
I’ll be the one to dry your tears
I love you, I love you
Because you’re mine

There are some Bible verses that come to mind on this...

Romans 8:38-39 "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord."

John 14:18 "I will not leave you as orphans, I will come to you."

Romans 8:35,37 "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us."

Isaiah 41:13 "I am the Lord your God. I am holding your hand, so don't be afraid. I am here to help you"

Joshua 1:9 "I've commanded you to be strong and brave. Don't ever be afraid or discouraged! I am the Lord you God, and I will be there to help you wherever you go."

So, I'm really glad I posted that note to facebook, because if I didn't I don't think i'd ever be posting this.

I love my friends (: and my God.

I'm glad that this happened. Why? Because of what Greg did, and when I was walking back to my seat, people were like 'ADD ME ON FACEBOOK!' , and like 50-60 people have added me. And I love them all!! And because of what he did, and because I posted that one post (No Subject :'( ) on facebook, Jon (who was at d2s) commented and I'm glad he did. So, thanks Greg! I mean it too!!

"Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him."(James 1:2-5)


- Katelyn