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Saturday, September 18, 2010
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
verse to reflect on...
Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.
Romans 8:37
Romans 8:37
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
What is Faith???
I have been reflecting lately on Faith.
What is faith? How do you have it? How do you know it is real? Do I truely believe that all things work together for good to those that love God? and that God really does have my best interest at heart? If you are like me, you have to remind yourself of the truth...because life sends you blows that sometimes make you question and ask why.
A friend wrote me a note via email recently:
"Please don't take this the wrong way but after all you've shared about past, present & future even it amazes me that you have such strong faith..."
But if I knew Gods plan for my life, then I wouldn't be walking by faith...right? I would be walking by sight because I could see the plan laid out clearly. That is why God says we walk by faith not by sight. II Corinthians 5:7. If you think about it, you know without a doubt that not all the heroes in the bible always felt capable, up to the job, full of faith and believed that God would provide a way. Even if we do not know what is in ahead for us, what valley we will walk thru, what mountain we will have to climb, He still is our guide. It is interesting to reflect that even if we are without Faith in our hearts, he still holds true to His word: If we are faithless, He remains faithful. II Timothy 2:13. God gives the strength. God gives the words. God gives the wisdom. God gives the power to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think. Ephesians 3:20. That is true, IF we have FAITH.
Please share your thoughts on Faith...
What is faith? How do you have it? How do you know it is real? Do I truely believe that all things work together for good to those that love God? and that God really does have my best interest at heart? If you are like me, you have to remind yourself of the truth...because life sends you blows that sometimes make you question and ask why.
A friend wrote me a note via email recently:
"Please don't take this the wrong way but after all you've shared about past, present & future even it amazes me that you have such strong faith..."
But if I knew Gods plan for my life, then I wouldn't be walking by faith...right? I would be walking by sight because I could see the plan laid out clearly. That is why God says we walk by faith not by sight. II Corinthians 5:7. If you think about it, you know without a doubt that not all the heroes in the bible always felt capable, up to the job, full of faith and believed that God would provide a way. Even if we do not know what is in ahead for us, what valley we will walk thru, what mountain we will have to climb, He still is our guide. It is interesting to reflect that even if we are without Faith in our hearts, he still holds true to His word: If we are faithless, He remains faithful. II Timothy 2:13. God gives the strength. God gives the words. God gives the wisdom. God gives the power to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think. Ephesians 3:20. That is true, IF we have FAITH.
Please share your thoughts on Faith...
Monday, September 13, 2010
Quotes
I value the friend who for me finds time on his calendar, but I cherish the friend who for me does not consult his calendar.
-Robert Brault
-Robert Brault
Friday, September 10, 2010
Quotes
Opportunities are usually disguised as hard work, so most people don't recognize them.
–Ann Landers
–Ann Landers
Monday, September 6, 2010
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Quotes
Our main business is not to see what lies dimly at a distnce, but to do what lies clearly at hand.
-Thomas Carlyle
-Thomas Carlyle
verse to reflect on...
Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on you: because he trusteth in you. Isaiah 26:3
Monday, August 30, 2010
Quotes
The more you are grateful for what you have, the more you will have to be grateful for.
-Zig Ziglar
-Zig Ziglar
poem ~ I can do somthing
I can do something
I am but one,
But I am one,
I cannot do everything,
But I can do something.
What I can do
I ought to do.
And what I ought to do,
With God's help,
I will do.
-Anonymous
I am but one,
But I am one,
I cannot do everything,
But I can do something.
What I can do
I ought to do.
And what I ought to do,
With God's help,
I will do.
-Anonymous
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Friday, August 27, 2010
my life has been changed...
As you are aware, it has been a week since I lost my job last Friday, August 20th. Though this was a complete shock to me and left me amazed that no matter how good of a service you do for someone, they will cut you loose with no warning. It was sad that I did not have a chance to tell my coworkers goodbye and wish them well, but I know they know that I am rooting for them even if we are no longer a team. I have faith and know that God has a plan for my life. It wasn't in "my plan" to be jobless, but I believe that all things work together for good, when you love and seek God.
So many of you have been such a support to me! There is no way I could post all the comments and encouragement, but I don't want to forget some of them and thought I would share some of them with you:
I've had you on my mind lately...Praying! Heather
Praying for peace for you...Sheila
Love u. Behind u. Judy
Just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you. You are a winner and you will land on your feet. Not even worried about you. Bev
Girl you will be fine!! You are so smart and talented!! Some things in life we just don't understand but just keep your chin up and move forward. We still love ya!! Kelly
Taking each step by faith is sometimes hard, but He will be there for you each step along that path, leading and guiding you. I know you know that! Stacy
Praying for you. Romans 8:28 Dustin
A conscious clean before God, and an earnest desire to follow His leading will give you peace. Truly Misty, I pray that you will soon find another door open to you with a job that will be a more emotionally healthy environment for you. Barbara
Consider yourself hugged!!! Uncle Gib
You are a trooper and a survivor...I know this is a shock. Will keep you in our prayers! The trials of life are hard and one day they will be over!! You are smart and resourceful so I know that you will find something, but most importantly stay in tune with the Lord and listen for His direction in your life. Diane
For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. Plans for good and not for evil, to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11 Just wanted you to know I'm keeping you in my prayers. I love you so much and I know God has something great planned for you! ((HUGS)) Rose
On another note...always pursue all options, you never know what will come from a request! What do I mean by this? I called my Internet provider, explained that I had been a customer for 2 years and always paid on time, could they lower my rate? When they said that they didn't have any promotions going on currently for existing customers, I explained that I had lost my job and I would not be able to afford the monthly service rate and would be forced to consider other Internet options. So what did they do? Transfer me to the Retention Department who yes, worked with me! I was presented with two options: $10.00 off or a full 12month or 50% off for 6months (both w/the very same options). I opted for the 2nd option because that was still $15.00 a more in bottom line savings. I then researched my cell phone providers plans online and got the same plan and options at $30.00 less a month. So what am I trying to tell you? Don't sit back and wait for the discounts to come to you...be proactive, ask, all they can say is no and remember being jobless has benefits...SWEET!
What is my plan from here??? To pray daily for Gods guidance in leading me on my journey! In the meantime, I will live as this song says: have faith. believe. through hard times and good. have faith. he will work it out. he'll work all things for good. have faith.
So many of you have been such a support to me! There is no way I could post all the comments and encouragement, but I don't want to forget some of them and thought I would share some of them with you:
I've had you on my mind lately...Praying! Heather
Praying for peace for you...Sheila
Love u. Behind u. Judy
Just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you. You are a winner and you will land on your feet. Not even worried about you. Bev
Girl you will be fine!! You are so smart and talented!! Some things in life we just don't understand but just keep your chin up and move forward. We still love ya!! Kelly
Taking each step by faith is sometimes hard, but He will be there for you each step along that path, leading and guiding you. I know you know that! Stacy
Praying for you. Romans 8:28 Dustin
A conscious clean before God, and an earnest desire to follow His leading will give you peace. Truly Misty, I pray that you will soon find another door open to you with a job that will be a more emotionally healthy environment for you. Barbara
Consider yourself hugged!!! Uncle Gib
You are a trooper and a survivor...I know this is a shock. Will keep you in our prayers! The trials of life are hard and one day they will be over!! You are smart and resourceful so I know that you will find something, but most importantly stay in tune with the Lord and listen for His direction in your life. Diane
For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. Plans for good and not for evil, to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11 Just wanted you to know I'm keeping you in my prayers. I love you so much and I know God has something great planned for you! ((HUGS)) Rose
On another note...always pursue all options, you never know what will come from a request! What do I mean by this? I called my Internet provider, explained that I had been a customer for 2 years and always paid on time, could they lower my rate? When they said that they didn't have any promotions going on currently for existing customers, I explained that I had lost my job and I would not be able to afford the monthly service rate and would be forced to consider other Internet options. So what did they do? Transfer me to the Retention Department who yes, worked with me! I was presented with two options: $10.00 off or a full 12month or 50% off for 6months (both w/the very same options). I opted for the 2nd option because that was still $15.00 a more in bottom line savings. I then researched my cell phone providers plans online and got the same plan and options at $30.00 less a month. So what am I trying to tell you? Don't sit back and wait for the discounts to come to you...be proactive, ask, all they can say is no and remember being jobless has benefits...SWEET!
What is my plan from here??? To pray daily for Gods guidance in leading me on my journey! In the meantime, I will live as this song says: have faith. believe. through hard times and good. have faith. he will work it out. he'll work all things for good. have faith.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Quotes
When things are going well, people want to do what’s working and more of it. It’s only in difficult times that people are open to creative alternatives.
-Kenneth Cole, designer
-Kenneth Cole, designer
Quotes
Opposition is a natural part of life. Just as we develop our physical muscles through overcoming opposition – such as lifting weights – we develop our character muscles by overcoming challenges and adversity.
–Stephen Covey
–Stephen Covey
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
verse to reflect on...
if any man among you is without wisdom, let him make his request to God, who gives freely to all without an unkind word, and it will be given to him.
James 1:5
James 1:5
Monday, August 23, 2010
Sunday, August 22, 2010
song ~ have faith
Have Faith
Music & Lyrics by Elizabeth South
If we have faith
in God we can move mountains.
If we believe and do not doubt.
If we will seek
His will
and find what pleases Him,
then our hearts will conform to His
and we can be confident.
Have Faith
Believe
Through hard times and good.
Have Faith
He will work it out,
He'll work all things for good.
Have Faith
If we cast our cares
on Him He will sustain us.
If we'll be still
and wait for Him.
If we will trust
His word
and not in our own strength,
then He'll carry us through the storm
and we can be confident.
Have Faith
Believe
Through hard times and good.
Have Faith
He will work it out,
He'll work all things for good.
Have Faith
Believe
Through hard times and good.
Have Faith
He will work it out,
He'll work all things for good.
If we will reach out to Him
He'll hear our cry.
And though things may not be so good
He'll work it out.
And though we may fall
He'll lift us high.
Have Faith
Believe
Through hard times and good.
Have Faith
He will work it out,
He'll work all things for good.
Have Faith
Believe
Through hard times and good.
Have Faith
He will work it out,
He'll work all things for good.
Have Faith
Have Faith
Copyright ©2009 Elizabeth South Music/ASCAP
Music & Lyrics by Elizabeth South
If we have faith
in God we can move mountains.
If we believe and do not doubt.
If we will seek
His will
and find what pleases Him,
then our hearts will conform to His
and we can be confident.
Have Faith
Believe
Through hard times and good.
Have Faith
He will work it out,
He'll work all things for good.
Have Faith
If we cast our cares
on Him He will sustain us.
If we'll be still
and wait for Him.
If we will trust
His word
and not in our own strength,
then He'll carry us through the storm
and we can be confident.
Have Faith
Believe
Through hard times and good.
Have Faith
He will work it out,
He'll work all things for good.
Have Faith
Believe
Through hard times and good.
Have Faith
He will work it out,
He'll work all things for good.
If we will reach out to Him
He'll hear our cry.
And though things may not be so good
He'll work it out.
And though we may fall
He'll lift us high.
Have Faith
Believe
Through hard times and good.
Have Faith
He will work it out,
He'll work all things for good.
Have Faith
Believe
Through hard times and good.
Have Faith
He will work it out,
He'll work all things for good.
Have Faith
Have Faith
Copyright ©2009 Elizabeth South Music/ASCAP
your plan for me...
One of my friends had this posted on Facebook...it fits my situation right now. I don't know what God's plan is for my life at the moment. Wouldn't it be great if we knew the plan God had for us, but then, if we had that in writing, would we walk by faith? Probably not!
Saturday, August 21, 2010
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