that continuously gives- bounteously, with no strings attached. Unconditional Love is such a radical concept that even My most devoted followers fail to grasp it fully. Absolutely nothing in heaven or on earth can cause Me to stop loving you. You may feel more loved when you are performing according to your expectations. But My Love for you is perfect; therefore if it is not subject to variation. What does vary is your awareness of My loving Presence.
When you are dissatisfied with your behavior, you tend to feel unworthy of My Love. You may unconsciously punish yourself by withdrawing from Me and attributing the distance between us to My displeasure. Instead of returning to Me and receiving My Love, you attempt to earn My approval by trying harder. All the while, I am arching to hold you in My everlasting arms, to enfold you in My Love. When you are feeling unworthy or unloved, come to Me. Then ask for receptivity to My unfailing Love. 1 John 4: 15-18; Deuteronomy 33:27; Psalm 13:5
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Monday, December 6, 2010
Chrismon Tree
Chrismon is a combination of two words -- Christ and monogram. Early Christians used these symbols to identify themselves to one another, to designate meeting places of Christians, and to show unbelievers they were professing Christians.
Even more important, these symbols of early church served to transmit the faith and beliefs of artist-teacher to the viewers. Thus the inspiration was shared and passed on.
Because Chrismons are used to decorate the free in the Lord's house, those who have made the ornaments have worked diligently in trying to make each ornament meaningful and worthy of it's place on the tree. The Chrismon tree is only complete when those who view it understand its meaning.
Chrismons are made in white and gold. White suggests the innocence , purity and perfection of our Savior. Gold refers to His majesty and glory. The evergreen tree suggests life eternal. By using tiny white lights, we present Christ as the Light of the World.
Even more important, these symbols of early church served to transmit the faith and beliefs of artist-teacher to the viewers. Thus the inspiration was shared and passed on.
Because Chrismons are used to decorate the free in the Lord's house, those who have made the ornaments have worked diligently in trying to make each ornament meaningful and worthy of it's place on the tree. The Chrismon tree is only complete when those who view it understand its meaning.
Chrismons are made in white and gold. White suggests the innocence , purity and perfection of our Savior. Gold refers to His majesty and glory. The evergreen tree suggests life eternal. By using tiny white lights, we present Christ as the Light of the World.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Walk with Me
Walk With Me along paths of trust. The most direct route between point A and B on your life-journey is the path of unwavering trust in Me. When your faith falters, you choose a trail that meanders and takes you well out of your way. You will get to point B eventually, but you will have lost precious time and energy. As soon as you realize you have wandered from your trust-path, look to Me and whisper, "I trust You Jesus" This affirmation will help you get back on track.
The farther you roam along the path s of unbelief, the harder it is to remember that am with you. Anxious thoughts branch off in all directions, taking you farther and farther from awareness of My Presence. You need to voice your trust in Me frequently This simple act of faith will keep you walking along straight path with Me. Trust in Me with all your heart and I will make your path straight. Isaiah 26:4,Psalm 9:10, Psalm 25:4-5
The farther you roam along the path s of unbelief, the harder it is to remember that am with you. Anxious thoughts branch off in all directions, taking you farther and farther from awareness of My Presence. You need to voice your trust in Me frequently This simple act of faith will keep you walking along straight path with Me. Trust in Me with all your heart and I will make your path straight. Isaiah 26:4,Psalm 9:10, Psalm 25:4-5
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Today is a great day
Today is a great day, raining outside and Col ton is with his Mommy because he goes to the doctor this afternoon to get a shot which he won't like and I have him tomorrow wand the rest of the week. He is doing great in me potty training him. Today God answered prays on Bob's disability being reinstated this Thursday two months that they held and then Sept. 1st back to normal. So I have allot to be thankful for God is good ! All the time!
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Daily Walk
Daily Walk. Just as you received Jesus Christ as Lord, continue to live in him rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.
Colossians 2: 6-7
Even though you always see progress in your walk with God, you can be sure that your roots are getting down deep. Beneath the soil, God tends your faith-- longer your walk with Him, the deeper His hold on you. You came to Him with nothing and simply surrendered to His love. And that is all it takes-- just a willingness to keeping walking with Him and trusting that He's strengthening your roots beneath you.
Colossians 2: 6-7
Even though you always see progress in your walk with God, you can be sure that your roots are getting down deep. Beneath the soil, God tends your faith-- longer your walk with Him, the deeper His hold on you. You came to Him with nothing and simply surrendered to His love. And that is all it takes-- just a willingness to keeping walking with Him and trusting that He's strengthening your roots beneath you.
Friday, August 13, 2010
Learn To Enjoy Life More
Learn to Enjoy Life More, Relax , remembering that I am God with you. I crafted you with enormous capacity to know Me and enjoy My presence. When My people wear soul faces and walk through their lives with resigned rigidity, I am displeased. When you walk through a day with childlike delight, savoring every blessing, you proclaim your trust in Me, your ever-present Shephred. The more you focus on My Presence with you, the more fully you can enjoy life. Glorify Me through your pleasure in Me. Thus your proclaim My Presence to the watching world. Matthew 1:23;John 10:10-11
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Relax in My Healing
Relax in My Healing , holy Presence. Allow Me to transform this time alone with Me. As your thoughts center more and more on Me, trust displaces fear and worry. Your mind is somewhat like a seesaw. As your trust in Me goes up, fear and worry automatically go down. Time spent with Me not only increases your trust; it also helps you discern what is important and what is not.
Energy and time are precious limited entities. Therefore, you need to use them wisely, focusing on what is truly important. As you walk close to Me, saturating your mind with Scripture, I will show you how to spend your time and energy. My word is a lamp to your feet; My presence is a Light for your path. Ephesians 5:15-16 Psalm 119:105
Energy and time are precious limited entities. Therefore, you need to use them wisely, focusing on what is truly important. As you walk close to Me, saturating your mind with Scripture, I will show you how to spend your time and energy. My word is a lamp to your feet; My presence is a Light for your path. Ephesians 5:15-16 Psalm 119:105
Monday, August 9, 2010
Wear my Robe of Righteousness
wear my Robe of Righteousness with ease. I custom-made it for yoy, to cover your head to toe. The price I paid for this covering was astronomical-- My own blood. You could never purchase such a royal garment, no matter how hard you worked. Sometimes you forget that My righteousness is a gift, and you feelill at ease in your royal robe. I weep when I see you squiring under the velverty fabric, as if it made of scratchy sackcloth.
I want you to trust Me enough to relize your privileged position in My kingdom. Relax in the luxuriant folds of your magnificant robe. Keep your eyes on Me, as you practice walking in this garment of righteousness. When your behavior is unfitting for one in My kingdom, do not try to throw off your royal robe. Instead, throw off the unrighteousness behavior. Then you will be able to feel at ease in this garment, enjoying the gift I fashioned for you before the foundation of the world. Isaiah 61:10; 2 Corintians 5:21; Espesians 4:22-24
I want you to trust Me enough to relize your privileged position in My kingdom. Relax in the luxuriant folds of your magnificant robe. Keep your eyes on Me, as you practice walking in this garment of righteousness. When your behavior is unfitting for one in My kingdom, do not try to throw off your royal robe. Instead, throw off the unrighteousness behavior. Then you will be able to feel at ease in this garment, enjoying the gift I fashioned for you before the foundation of the world. Isaiah 61:10; 2 Corintians 5:21; Espesians 4:22-24
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Children
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 1:5
You can read books and ask others for advice as your raise your children, but how can you be assured what you're doing is best for them? Just as your children come to you with questions, take your questions to God, your heavenly Father. No questions is too small or too big. You can't stump Him, because He knows you and your children intimately. After all, He has created you all. God is best resource you can find.
You can read books and ask others for advice as your raise your children, but how can you be assured what you're doing is best for them? Just as your children come to you with questions, take your questions to God, your heavenly Father. No questions is too small or too big. You can't stump Him, because He knows you and your children intimately. After all, He has created you all. God is best resource you can find.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Charity
Happy are those who are kind to the poor. Proverbs 14:21
You see people in need almost every day. whether they are hungry or hunting, the Bible says to give out overflow of love you have received from God. He will work through you as you serve food to those who are hungry, give clothing to those who need covering, offer hope to those who feel hopeless. You can serve them with gentle words and kind deeds. Serving the powerless is a blessing in itself, but it carries a bonus- God's eternal rewards.
You see people in need almost every day. whether they are hungry or hunting, the Bible says to give out overflow of love you have received from God. He will work through you as you serve food to those who are hungry, give clothing to those who need covering, offer hope to those who feel hopeless. You can serve them with gentle words and kind deeds. Serving the powerless is a blessing in itself, but it carries a bonus- God's eternal rewards.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Character
(The Lord) guides the humble in what is right and teaches them his way. Psalms 25:9
The phrase"We known by the company we keep" is true regardless of whom you hang around with. It's also true when it's God you're spending time with. As you rest in His presence, read His words in the Bible, and talk to Him about all the issues of your life, you cannot help but take on some of His characteristics. He is peace, and you become more peaceful. He is good and you take on His goodness. It's all about company you keep.
The phrase"We known by the company we keep" is true regardless of whom you hang around with. It's also true when it's God you're spending time with. As you rest in His presence, read His words in the Bible, and talk to Him about all the issues of your life, you cannot help but take on some of His characteristics. He is peace, and you become more peaceful. He is good and you take on His goodness. It's all about company you keep.
Monday, August 2, 2010
MY heart is Filled
My heart is filled with thankfulness to Him who bore my pain;
Who plumbed the depth of my disgrace and gave me life again;
Who crushed my curse of sinfulness and clothed me with His light and wrote His law of righteousness with power upon my heart.
My heart is filled with thankfulness to Him who walks beside;
Who floods my weakness with strength and causes fear to fly.
Whose every promise is enough for every step I take.
Sub staining me with arms of love and crowing me with grace.
My heart is filled with thankfulness to Him who re gins above;
Whose wisdom is my perfect peace, whose every though is love.
For everyday I have on earth is given by the King.
So I give my life, my all, to love and follow Him.
Who plumbed the depth of my disgrace and gave me life again;
Who crushed my curse of sinfulness and clothed me with His light and wrote His law of righteousness with power upon my heart.
My heart is filled with thankfulness to Him who walks beside;
Who floods my weakness with strength and causes fear to fly.
Whose every promise is enough for every step I take.
Sub staining me with arms of love and crowing me with grace.
My heart is filled with thankfulness to Him who re gins above;
Whose wisdom is my perfect peace, whose every though is love.
For everyday I have on earth is given by the King.
So I give my life, my all, to love and follow Him.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Change
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. Hebrews 13:8
Your schedule fluctuates from day to day, and you have the calendar to prove it. Decades ago, life was pretty much the same every day, especially for women. Most of what we did was for others: church and big family dinners on Sunday, wash on Mondays, ironing on Tuesdays, etc.
Aren't you glad you live in a time when you can experience new things every day? As you long for consistency, look to Jesus. His loving character never changes. HE was, is and will be.
Your schedule fluctuates from day to day, and you have the calendar to prove it. Decades ago, life was pretty much the same every day, especially for women. Most of what we did was for others: church and big family dinners on Sunday, wash on Mondays, ironing on Tuesdays, etc.
Aren't you glad you live in a time when you can experience new things every day? As you long for consistency, look to Jesus. His loving character never changes. HE was, is and will be.
Monday, July 19, 2010
Challenge
Because the Sovereign Lord helps me,I will not be disgraced. Therefore have I set face like flint, and know I will not be put to shame. Isaiah 50:7
Life is full of challenges. While some are short-term, others last a lifetime. What keeps you determined and motivated? Do you seek the help of others or prefer to go alone? Take a toddler's approach to these challenges. As she ventures into walking, she takes one step at a time, with help from steady adult or an available piece of furniture. Eventually, she walks on her own. With God's help, take life's challenge one step at a time.
Life is full of challenges. While some are short-term, others last a lifetime. What keeps you determined and motivated? Do you seek the help of others or prefer to go alone? Take a toddler's approach to these challenges. As she ventures into walking, she takes one step at a time, with help from steady adult or an available piece of furniture. Eventually, she walks on her own. With God's help, take life's challenge one step at a time.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Speak, O Lord
Speak , O Lord, and renew our minds; Help us grasp the height of Your plans for us.
Truth unchanged from the dawn of time, that will echo down through eternity.
And by grace we'll stand on Your promises; And by faith we'll walk with us.
Speak, O Lord till Your church is built and the earth is filled with Your glory.
Truth unchanged from the dawn of time, that will echo down through eternity.
And by grace we'll stand on Your promises; And by faith we'll walk with us.
Speak, O Lord till Your church is built and the earth is filled with Your glory.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Take Heart
From the fullness of his grace we have all received one blessing after another. John 1:16
These brief , power-packed devotions will heighten your awareness of God's blessings in your life.
These brief , power-packed devotions will heighten your awareness of God's blessings in your life.
Friday, July 16, 2010
True Friends
They say true friends can go long period of time without speaking & never question their friendship. These types of friends pickup just like they spoke yesterday regardless of how long it has been or how far apart they live. If you are lucky enough to have at least one friend like this .I do!!
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
A True Friend
A true Friend warms you with her presence,trust you with her secrets,remember you in her prayers. A friend loves at ALL times. Proverbs 17:17
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Bible verse: Give thanks whatever happens. 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Thoughts to Grow On: I'm sure you can easily cheer, "Thank you God!" when fun and excting things come your way. But what do you do during the hard times? How do you act during the bad times?Do you groan? Do you complain? Do you whine or throw a fit? Jesus has a better way. Be thankful. If you"l let him, Jesus will help you find something to be thankful for in everey situation even in your worst times.
Thoughts to Grow On: I'm sure you can easily cheer, "Thank you God!" when fun and excting things come your way. But what do you do during the hard times? How do you act during the bad times?Do you groan? Do you complain? Do you whine or throw a fit? Jesus has a better way. Be thankful. If you"l let him, Jesus will help you find something to be thankful for in everey situation even in your worst times.
A Farmer's Life
Bible verse: Do not be fooled: You cannot cheat God. A person harvest only what he plants. Galations 6:7
Thoughts to grow on: Have you ever heard ofa farmer planting corn seed to grow tomatoes? Of course not. Things simpledo not work that way. If you want to havest tomatoes, you better plant tomato seeds. The same is true with your life. If you want your liife to be truly good, plant the seeds of godly words, godly thoughts and Godly actions in your heart and mind.
On Butterfly wings
Bible versse: If anyone belongs to Christ, then he is made new. The old things have gone; everything is made new! 2 Corinthians 5:17
Thoughts to Grow on: Have you ever seen a caterpillar spin itself into a cocoon? An amazing thing is quietly happening inside that silky womb: The caterpillar is being transformed into a butterfly.
God is working an even more amazing transformation in you! And you don't have to curl up inside a cocoon to experience it. God transforming the "regular you" into the "new creation
you" That "newcreation you" can do something the "regular you" could never do_ it can be like Jesus!
Thoughts to Grow on: Have you ever seen a caterpillar spin itself into a cocoon? An amazing thing is quietly happening inside that silky womb: The caterpillar is being transformed into a butterfly.
God is working an even more amazing transformation in you! And you don't have to curl up inside a cocoon to experience it. God transforming the "regular you" into the "new creation
you" That "newcreation you" can do something the "regular you" could never do_ it can be like Jesus!
You are God's Special Project
Bible verse: "You God made my whole being. You formed me in my mother's body. I praise you because you made me in an amazing and wonderful way." Psalm 139:13-14
Thoughts to Grow On: Have you ever made something you really liked? A drawing, an invention, or a special project? You probably kept it in a place where everyone could see it and where it would be safe. Can you remember how pleased you felt?
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Seven reason not to worry in 2010 (and Beyond)
1: The same God created life in you can trust with the details of your life
(Matt.6:25)
2. Worrying about the future hampers your efforts for today(Matt.6:26)
3: Worrying is more harmful than helpful(Matt.6:27)
4 God does not ignore those who depend on Him. (Matt 6: 28-30)
5. Worry shows a lack of faith and understanding to God. (Matt 6:31-32)
6: There are challenges God wants us to pursue, and worrying keeps us from them.
(Matt.6:33
7: Living one day at a time keeps us from being consumed with worry. (Matt. 6:34)
"Attitudes"
Words can never adequately convey the incredible impact of our attitude toward
life. The longer I live more conviced that life is 10 percent what happens to us and 90 percent how we respond to it.
I believe the single most significant decision I can make on a day-to-day basis is my choice of attitude. It is more imprtant than my past, my education, my bankroll, my successes or failures,fame or pain, what other people think of me or say about me, my circumstances, or my postion. Attitude keeps me going or cripple my progress.
It qlone fuels my fire or assults my hope. When my attitude are right, there's no barrier too high, no valley too deep, no dreams too extreme, no challege too great for me.
Beautiful Christian Sister
"A women heart should be so hidden in Christ
That a man should have to seek Him first to find her'
When I say I am a Christian I'm not shouting I'm clean living.'
I'm whispering I was lost, NOw I'm found and forgiven'
When I say I am a Christian I don't speak of this with pride.
I'm confessing that I stumble and need Christ to be my guide.
When I say I am a Christian I'm not trying to be strong.
I'm professing that I am weak and need His strength to carry on.
When I say I am a Christian I'm not bragging of success.
I'm admitting I have failed and need God to clean my mess.
When I say I am a Christian I'm not claiming to be prefect,
My flaws are far too visible but God believes I am worth it.
When I say I am a Christian I still feel the sting of pain....
I have my share of heartaches so I call upon His name.
When I am a Christian' I am a Christian I'm not holier than thou,
I'm just simple sinner Who recieve God's good grace, somehow!
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Son's week
A son will out grow your lap-but never your heart! It's "Son week". If you have a son makes your life interesting and fun,has been a blessing to your life and life worth living by just being around.
Love Granny Debbie
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