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MIracles

2011-01-06T14:51:00.002-05:00

Miracles are a retelling in small letters of very same story which is written the whole world in letters too large for some of us to see. C.S. Lewis

I AM THE GIFT

2010-12-26T11:37:00.003-05:00

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

Chrismon Tree

2010-12-06T10:56:00.003-05:00

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.

Walk with Me

2010-09-09T15:11:00.003-04:00

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

Today is a great day

2010-08-24T13:49:00.006-04:00

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!

Daily Walk

2010-08-19T17:02:00.003-04:00

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.

Learn To Enjoy Life More

2010-08-13T16:36:00.003-04:00

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

Relax in My Healing

2010-08-10T11:53:00.004-04:00

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

Wear my Robe of Righteousness

2010-08-09T10:56:00.003-04:00

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

Children

2010-08-07T12:22:00.003-04:00

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.

Charity

2010-08-05T11:02:00.003-04:00

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.

Character

2010-08-04T12:02:00.003-04:00

(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.

MY heart is Filled

2010-08-02T16:29:00.003-04:00

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.

Change

2010-07-31T16:15:00.003-04:00

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.

Challenge

2010-07-19T13:22:00.003-04:00

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.

Speak, O Lord

2010-07-18T18:16:00.003-04:00

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.

Take Heart

2010-07-17T13:52:00.004-04:00

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.

True Friends

2010-07-16T16:16:00.004-04:00

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!!

A True Friend

2010-07-13T18:49:00.005-04:00

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

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

2010-07-10T23:30:00.005-04:00

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.

A Farmer's Life

2010-07-10T23:22:00.005-04:00

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

2010-07-10T23:08:00.005-04:00

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!

You are God's Special Project

2010-07-10T09:17:00.010-04:00

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?

Seven reason not to worry in 2010 (and Beyond)

2010-07-07T17:32:00.004-04:00

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"

2010-07-07T11:49:00.004-04:00

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

2010-07-07T11:32:00.003-04:00

"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!

Son's week

2010-07-03T18:25:00.002-04:00

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

2009-08-20T16:51:00.002-04:00

Jesus loves me, yes I know for the bible tells me so

Dear God: The lady reading this is beautiful, classy and strong and I love her.

Help her live her life to the fullest. Please promote her and cause her to excel above expections.
Help her shine in the Darkest places where it is impossible to love. Protect her at all times, Lift her up when she needs you the most and let her know when she walks with you , she will always be safe.

Rules from Godfor 2009

2009-08-01T14:52:00.003-04:00

1: Wake UP!! Decide to have a good day. "Today is the day the Lord hath made; let us rejoice and be glad in it" Psalms 118:24
2:Dress UP!! The best way to dress up is to put on a smile . A smile is an inexpensive way to improve you looks. " The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at out ward appearance ; but the Lord looks at the heart."
1 Samuel 16:7
3:SHUT UP!!Say nice things and learn to listen. God gave us two ears and one mouth, so HE must have meant for us to do twice as much listening as talking. "He who guards his lips guards his soul."Proverbs 13:3
4: Stand Up!! for what you believe in. Stands for something or you will fall for anything.. "Let us not weary in doing good; for at the prper times,will reap a hearvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity , let us do good."Galations 6:9-10
5:Look Up!! To the Lord. "I can do everything through Christ who strenghthens me."Philippians4:13
6: Reach Up!! For something higher. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways , acknowledge Him, And He will direct your path." Proverbs 3:5-6
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:Lift Up!!

YOur Prayers "Do not worry about NYTHING; INSTEAD pray about everything>." Philippians 4:6

God Answers prayers

Who You Are in the Family of God

2009-07-18T16:27:00.002-04:00

GIve Him the Sacifies of Praise Psalm 148:1-12 (Skies, animals , young and old)

Psalm 9612b (Trees)

Psalms 98:8(Rivers)

Luke 19:40 (Rocks)

1: A woman with personal powers ( Body Type and Personality)

Endomorph ( no shame, knitted you together Body factors Shoulders are nearer then your hips Level everyone children leaner layer stomache.

Mesomorph strong jaw formed from the middle layer lots of muscles works well with teens, healthy , love themself square head.

Ectomorph oval face (head) compert experts need for quite time outer layer (skin & brain)works well with adults. Loves no one.

Happy marriage

2009-06-26T16:12:00.005-04:00

THe secret of a happy marriage is finding the right person. You know they're right if you love to be with them all of the time. Julia Child

Five purposes for your life

2009-06-22T16:24:00.003-04:00

1: "Love God with all your heart": you were planned for God's pleasure, so your
purpose, so your purpose is to love God through worship.
2: "Love your neighbor as yourself": You were shaped for serving , so your purpose
is toshow love for others through ministry.
3: "Go and make disciples": You were made for a mission, so your purpose is to share
God's message through evangelism.
4: " Baptize them into..."; YOu were formed for God's family , so your purpose is to
idenitify with his church through fellowship.
5: " teach them to do all things...": You were created to become like Christ, so
your purpose is to grow to maturity through discipleship.

Serenity Prayer

2009-06-10T13:18:00.003-04:00

God, grant me the senerity to accept the things I cannot change; the courage to change the things I can;and the wisdom to know the difference.

Living one day at a time ;Enjoying one moment at a time. Accept hardship as the pathway to peace: Taking , as He did, this sinful world as it not as I would have it:

Trusting that He will make all things right if I surrend to his will; That I may be reasonably happy in this life & supremely happ with Him forever in the next. Amen

support our troops

2009-06-09T14:34:00.002-04:00

The shephred drives the wolf from the sheep for which the sheep thanks the sherpherd as his liberator, while the wolf demouces him for the same act as the destroyer of liberty. Plainly the sheep & wolf are not agreed upon a definition of liberty. Abraham Lincoln

How to get through Life

2009-06-02T14:23:00.002-04:00

Life is too short to wake up with regrets. So love the people who treat you right . Forget about the one's who don't. Believe everything happens for a reason. If you get a second chance , grab it with both hands. If it changes your life, let it. Nobody said life would be easy , they just promised it would be worth it.

Friends are like balloons; once you let them go , you can't get them back . So I'm gonna tie you to my heart so I never lose you.

Forgiveness

2009-05-29T14:47:00.003-04:00

Forgiveness does not change the past but it does enlarge the future. Paul Boese

2009-05-28T10:49:00.001-04:00

You can't change the past,but you can ruin the present by worrying about the future

The world

2009-05-28T10:20:00.003-04:00

The world we see that seems so insane is result of a belief system that is not working. To percieve the world differently, we must be willing to change our belief system, let the past slip away, expand our sense of now and dissolve the fear in our minds. James William

Phillipians 4:13

2009-05-27T13:35:00.003-04:00

I can do all things through Christ who Strengthens Me.

Did you know

2009-05-27T13:33:00.002-04:00

Life journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out , shouting Holy shit... what a ride Marvis Leyrer age 83

interesting did you know

2009-05-27T13:30:00.002-04:00

At five minutes and six seconds after 4AM on July this year, the time and date will be 4:05:06 7/08/09.

Life

2009-05-27T13:24:00.003-04:00

"Love is patient , love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not pround. It is not rude, it is not self seeking, it isnot easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes always preserves."