Quotes

We know nothing of the trials, sorrows and temptations of those around us, of pillows wet with sobs, of the life-tragedy that may be hidden behind a smile, of the secret cares, struggles, and worries that shorten life and leave their mark in hair prematurely whitened, and a character changed and almost recreated in a few days. Let us not dare to add to the burden of another the pain of our judgment.

–William George Jordan

begin and end

Begin and End your day with Prayer.

song ~ hold my heart

Hold My Heart
by Tenth Avenue North

How long must I pray, must I pray to You? 
How long must I wait, must I wait for You? 
How long 'til I see Your face, see You shining through? 
I'm on my knees, begging You to notice me.
I'm on my knees, Father will you turn to me? 

One tear in the driving rain, 
One voice in a sea of pain
Could the maker of the stars
Hear the sound of my breakin' heart? 
One light, that's all I am
Right now I can barely stand
If You're everything You say You are
Won't You come close and hold my heart
[ Lyrics from: http://www.lyricsmode.com/lyrics/t/tenth_avenue_north/hold_my_heart.html ]
I've been so afraid, afraid to close my eyes
So much can slip away before I say goodbye.
But if there's no other way, I'm done asking why.
Cuz I'm on my knees, begging You to turn to me
I'm on my knees, Father will you run to me? 

One tear in the driving rain, 
One voice in a sea of pain
Could the maker of the stars
Hear the sound of my breakin' heart? 
One light, that's all I am
Right now I can barely stand
If You're everything You say You are
Won't You come close and hold my heart.

So many questions without answers, Your promises remain
I can't sleep but I'll take my chances to hear You call my name
To hear You call my name

One tear in the driving rain, 
One voice in a sea of pain
Could the maker of the stars
Hear the sound of my breakin' heart? 
One light, that's all I am
Right now I can barely stand
If You're everything You say You are
Won't You come close and hold my heart.

Hold my heart, could you hold my heart? 
Hold my heart.

U & I

latest "home decorating" addition to my house

Uncle Gordy afficiated at Nicholas & Sarah's wedding and I will never forget something he said.  He mentioned that the two most important letters in the alphabet are U and I.  The thought really made an impact on me and I thought that was really cool! and the nugget has stuck with me for years.  

At the time, lots of places had numbers and letters that you could purchase...I bought the U & I pictured above on eBay from a Pottery Barn Collection.  I planned to put them in "my house someday" when a man joined my journey.  I have decided that I am not living for "my house someday".  I have bought my home in 2007 and it is a lovely house and I will make it the way I want it without a man.  I found the & at Target in July, but it wasn't the right shade of silver, but the right style and size.  I decided to spray paint it black, which I did this last Saturday.  Once I got that done, the U & I came out of the trunk and are now displayed on my living room wall as pictured above.  My life will be with U & I...You my friend and You my God.

What is a nugget that has stayed with you and that motivates you in your life?

curt & laura's wedding

Laura Bishop & Curt Zelder
(yes, I made the Groom's boutonniere!)

song ~ one thing remains

One Thing Remains
by Soul Survivor 2011


Higher than the mountains that I face
Stronger than the power of the grave
Constant through the trial and the change
One thing remains
Yes one thing remains


chorus:
Your love never fails
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.


Your love never fails
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.


Your love never fails
It never gives up
Never runs out on me.
Your love.




So much higher than the mountains that I face
You are stronger than the power of the grave
Constant through the trial and the change
One thing remains
Yes one thing remains


chorus:
Your love never fails
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.


Your love never fails
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.


Your love never fails
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.
Your love.




And on and on and on and on it goes
For it overwhelms and satisfies my soul
and I never ever have to be afraid
One thing remains 


chorus:
Your love never fails 
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.


Your love never fails
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.


Your love never fails 
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.
Your love.




In death and life I'm confident and covered by
the power of your great love
My debt is paid there's nothing that can 
separate my heart from your great love.


chorus:
Your love never fails 
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.


Your love never fails
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.


Your love never fails
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.


Your love never fails
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.


Your love never fails
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.


Your love never fails
Never gives up
Never runs out on me.
Your love.

THINK!

Quotes

Our greatest enemies the ones we must fight most often, are within.

- Thomas Paine, statesman

GOD is the reason

Luke 6:45

Quotes

Don't spend time beating on a wall, hoping to transform it into a door.
- Coco Chanel

Guard Your Heart

my day

you ever have days that are more of a beating then you imagined? 


drain you? 


leave you feeling exhausted beyond words? 


create a raging headache? 


leave you asking more questions then you answered? 


yet you still love what you do? 


yup...I had one of those days today.

Quotes

It's not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives.  It's what we do consistently.


- Anthony Robbins

song ~ 10,000 Reasons (Bless My Soul)

10,000 Reasons (Bless My Soul)
by Matt Redman


Bless the lord oh my soul
Oh my soul
Worship his holy name
Sing like never before
Oh my soul
I worship you holy name

The sun comes up
Its a new day dawning
Its time to sing your song again
What ever may pass and whatever lies before me
Let me be singing when the evening comes

Bless the lord oh my soul
Oh my soul
Worship his holy name
Sing like never before
Oh my soul
I worshhip your holy name

You're rich in love and you're slow to anger
Your name is great and your heart is kind
For all your goodness i will keep on singing
10,000 reasons for my heart to find

Belss the lord oh my soul
Oh my soul

Worship his holy name
Sing like never before
Oh my soul
I worship your holy name

And on that day when my strength is failing
The end draws near and my time has come
Soon my soul will sing your praise un-ending
10,000 years and there forever more

Bless the lord oh my soul
Oh my soul
Worship his holy name
Sing like never before
Oh my soul
I worship your holy name

Bless the lord oh my soul
Oh my soul
Worship his holy name
Sing like never before
Oh my soul
I worship your holy name (repeat 3x)

Sing like never before
Oh my soul
I worship your holy name (repeat 3x)

Because God Is

Because God is spirit...I will seek intimate fellowship with Him.
Because God is all-powerful...He can help me with anything.
Because God is ever-present...He is always with me.
Because God knows everything...I will go to Him with all my questions and concerns.
Because God is sovereign...I will joyfully submit to His will.
Because God is holy...I will devote myself to Him in purity, worship and service.
Because God is absolute truth...I will believe what He says and live accordingly.
Because God is righteous...I will live by His standards.
Because God is just...He will treat me fairly.
Because God is love...He is unconditionally committed to my well being.
Because God is merciful...He forgives me of my sins when I sincerely confess them.
Because God is faithful...I will trust Him to always keep His promises.
Because God never changes...my future is secure and eternal.
~ Dr. William R. Bright

Quotes

Don't be too worried about the things around you, but rather spend more time with Him who lives within you.

Quotes

We don't grow on accident, we grow on purpose. - John Maxwell

song ~ may the words of my mouth

May the Words of My Mouth
Words: Tim Hughes
Artist: Christy Nockels


May the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart
Bless Your name, bless Your name, Jesus
And the deeds of the day and the truth in my ways
Speak of You, speak of You, Jesus

For this is what I'm glad to do
It's time to live a life of love that pleases You
And I will give my all to You
Surrender everything I have and follow You
I'll follow You

Lord, be my vision, Lord, be my guide
Be my hope, be my light and the way
And I'll look not for riches, nor praises on earth
Only You'll be the first of my heart


For this is what I'm glad to do
It's time to live a life of love that pleases You
And I will give my all to You
Surrender everything I have and follow You
I'll follow You

I will follow
I will follow
I will follow You


For this is what I'm glad to do
It's time to live a life of love that pleases You
And I will give my all to You
Surrender everything I have and follow You
For this is what I'm glad to do
It's time to live a life of love that pleases You
And I will give my all to You
Surrender everything I have and follow You
I'll follow You
follow You
I'll follow You

Quotes

Winning is an Attitude! Hang with Winners, not Looser's! Be conscious of who you spend time with. Look at the fruit of their life. - Dave Ramsey

verse of the day...

Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul. - Psalm 143:8