God will see us through!

simple idea

I pray.

God listens

I trust.

 

 

Blessed by Answered Prayers

 

I am blessed beyond measure.

It has nothing to do with money, possessions or places but rather people, time together, love, and GOD’s awesomeness. He loves us, protects us, saves us, guides us and makes us. We are nothing without him. We are everything with him.  He wants us to be safe, happy, strong and healthy IF we allow it. He reaches us through heart, soul and spirit. We learn of him through scripture, prayer and study. If we pay attention, we see him in the sunrise. We feel him through an ocean breeze. We hear him in a baby’s soft cry. We taste him in summer’s first fruits. We smell him in the blossoms of an apple tree.

 

This Christmas was a challenge. Mom was gone barely two months, Dad, nearly five years. I missed them but I also knew there would be no calls of distress, falls, or illness. I also knew there would be no confusion and tears. I took no photos of a woman who didn’t know how to smile easily. I did not have to invent a way to make the day special for her.

 

My son and daughter-in-law planned to stay a night with us. What a wonderful time to have them with us! My son was sick with some kind of flu. Christmas Eve he felt worse. I tried to go ahead with plans but I wanted no illness this year. I wanted no fear. I wanted no sadness. I know it was Satan attacking us. I know he was trying to steal my spirit. He was attempting to take our hopes and joy. Satan lost. I prayed off and on all day and by Christmas morning, I was seeing his speedy answers. We spent much valuable time together. We were blessed. We found so much to celebrate. Praise God! Thanks be to Jesus! Blessed by the Holy Spirit!

 

As usual, I received more than I deserved. I gave the best I could to those I love. I tried to express my appreciation for my family’s love. I tried to share with the less fortunate. I rested. I relaxed. I kept things simple. I allowed God to guide, care and love us.  I so needed a quiet calm holiday. It was. I so wanted a joyful time with those I love. I did. I so desired to have time at home sharing meals with my husband, son, and daughter-in-law. I did. How do I ever express enough gratitude? To them? To God?

 

I am blessed beyond measure.

 

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I walk quietly and seek God.

He speaks softly to my needy spirit.

I pray simple requests and wait.

He answers in his perfect time.

I thank him humbly for his good gifts.

He is pleased with the gracious gratitude.

 

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This day through 2018, I will abide in God today and every day for the rest of my life. I will accept his blessings, understand his discipline, and thank him daily. I will share his blessings. I will ready his word. I will share his word. I will learn his truths and apply them. I will trust his promises. I will abide in him.

 

Abide in me and I in you. John 15:4

Nothing without GOD

moving forward
forgetting the fear and doubt
seeking a new hope
I listen only to God
healing words
PEACE
BE STILL


I pray for my family's healing, peace, contentment, and grace.
God has it all covered. He's working even when I am blind or too busy to see.
He's blessing when I forget to thank him. He's by my side and all those I love and fret over.
GOD IS EVERYTHING!
I AM NOTHING WITHOUT HIM!

In Quiet and Trust

 

is your strength....

Isaiah 30:15

 

(this verse always makes me think of my dad, who personified this verse.)

when you care....

 

 

certain acts are automatic

 

 

always

 

best way to deal with any life troubles

God is our Protector!

be faithful, willing and trusting and God will make your life good

 

 

 

A cheerful heart

Only God can impart

A trusting soul

Only God can make whole

A fearless mind

Only God can rewind

A happy believer

Only God can deliver

 

If you must break me to fix me then break me Lord

If you must imprison me to set me free then imprison me Lord

If you must silence me to make me hear then silence me Lord

If you must blind me to make me see then blind me Lord

If you must destroy me to remake me then destroy me Lord

 

Redeem me

no magic potions or three step programs just turn to God and trust him

Day 85 No Escape Route

Escape routes are non-existent

when dealing with a serious issues.

Faith and hope make

endurance possible.

Trust and prayer gives

new focus for days.

Hours seem to be longer

when tired and worn.

Sharing the burden lightens

the load but lessens it only a bit.

Make the most of any and all

rest, help and support.

Keep it real.

Be honest.

If solitude is needed, take it!

If tears help, release them!

If laughter is possible, do it!

If screams work, let it out!

But continue to lean on God the whole way!

Dad continues to make slow steady progress!

Balance

To find a quiet moment

and hear a message from within

leads to a feeling of balance.

To care for the soul

and nurture the spirit

leads to a feeling of calm completion.

To trust your Maker

and understand your blessings

leads to a life of joy and peace.

To share your resources

and knowledge

leads to finding your purpose.

To give of your talent

and use your abilities

fulfills your purpose

To lift another's spirit

and increase their self worth

humbles your own life

and gives it a sweetness like nothing else.

Obsession with Woman A to Z continues.

Here's a little sampler.