Interesting how much we care for our people, our tribe surrounding us with sometimes very little in return as far as concern for themselves. So why do we even bother with people! Really, the blood, sweat, and tears especially poured into our family and close friends. It feels so pointless at times when you see paths they are choosing and nothing you say is sinking into their thick skulls.
To answer this, I need to think about how my Heavenly Father things about me...Isn't it the same? Don't we see memes saying that our guardian angels are thumping their foreheads in dismay at our choices. I tell you what I know mine has had a hay day at times with me. But yet, God never stops! He never stops picking me up, dusting me off, and reminding me who He is and most importantly who I am in Him.
Let's be a body of people who never give up on the things that glorify God. He is all we have in this world that is constant and full of truth, and even loves us at our worst. Share this beautiful sentiment to those around you. Will we be exhausted? Yes, probably more than we could ever imagine. Nonetheless, we will be fulfilling our destiny to God's people and leaving a legacy to our family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors.
#BeTheLightInThisDarkWorld
#ItsHardWorkToLovePeople
#Phillpians4:13
Lord, Jesus. I am amazed at how much you love me even spite my shortcomings. Going through the trials of life now is hard, but it isn't any harder than what you have brought me out of in the past. I have experienced your blessings while being obedient, your healing, your provision and all while knowing that it could only be a miracle to walk through to the other side. I ask, even now as I type to you, for more territory for my children and husband. I ask that they would experience you in such a mighty way that NO ONE and NOTHING could sway them from you. Place a deep desire in them to know you and to lean to you all situations. Lord, I need your strength and your mighty wisdom each day to make the decisions that would impact my family. Place me around strong, Godly people that know your word and promises for our lives. When I'm spinning and feel like giving up, run down and grab me before I make terrible mistakes with my words or actions. You are my Savior, my Creator, my Healer, my Provider, my Wisdom and Knowledge. In you I can do all things. Amen.
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Monday, August 20, 2018
Growing Up is Hard to Do
Wow! Remembering back to when I was leaving the nest tonight as I left my first born after the surprise birthday party for her. I remember how exciting it was and how I knew everything...
It's hard to live with your child for 18 years, 24/7, homeschooling, etc. Knowing every single thing about them, down to how they like their eggs or even their clothes washed. And then atlas be surrounded by their new environment with people that love her too, that respect her, that share Jesus moments with her, do life...Telling you how wonderful she is and how much she is a blessing in their lives, when all the while in my heart I'm screaming, "I know her, I know how beautiful she is."
When will it feel like my heart will stop hurting or when will I stop fighting tears back when I think of her or see her leave once more?
I keep hearing you've raised her so well or you've done such a good job, etc. Did I? Part of me says, "Well well I have a good kid, so I should congratulate myself!" The other part, the most predominant one says, "God has done it all...he just placed her into my hands and molded the rest."
I don't always think what she is doing is the best, but I left again tonight knowing that she is a good person, that she loves the Lord with all her heart and only wants His will for her life.
Lord, you are our Abba Daddy. You gave us this life and we want to use the gifts that you entrusted us with to glorify your name. I ask that you would pour your spirit out on us...I pray that our girl will know exactly where you want her to be and that you protect her with everything you got. Give us peace with her decision and provision to bring her home, if needed. Lord allow you to work so much in her life that she could have testimony after testimony to share with others. I pray she is a vessel for others to come to know the Lord and that her siblings would know you as their Lord and savior as well. That they too would be overwhelmed by your love and mercy in their lives and live forever glorifying your name. In Jesus' name-Amen
It's hard to live with your child for 18 years, 24/7, homeschooling, etc. Knowing every single thing about them, down to how they like their eggs or even their clothes washed. And then atlas be surrounded by their new environment with people that love her too, that respect her, that share Jesus moments with her, do life...Telling you how wonderful she is and how much she is a blessing in their lives, when all the while in my heart I'm screaming, "I know her, I know how beautiful she is."
When will it feel like my heart will stop hurting or when will I stop fighting tears back when I think of her or see her leave once more?
I keep hearing you've raised her so well or you've done such a good job, etc. Did I? Part of me says, "Well well I have a good kid, so I should congratulate myself!" The other part, the most predominant one says, "God has done it all...he just placed her into my hands and molded the rest."
I don't always think what she is doing is the best, but I left again tonight knowing that she is a good person, that she loves the Lord with all her heart and only wants His will for her life.
Lord, you are our Abba Daddy. You gave us this life and we want to use the gifts that you entrusted us with to glorify your name. I ask that you would pour your spirit out on us...I pray that our girl will know exactly where you want her to be and that you protect her with everything you got. Give us peace with her decision and provision to bring her home, if needed. Lord allow you to work so much in her life that she could have testimony after testimony to share with others. I pray she is a vessel for others to come to know the Lord and that her siblings would know you as their Lord and savior as well. That they too would be overwhelmed by your love and mercy in their lives and live forever glorifying your name. In Jesus' name-Amen
Thursday, August 16, 2018
Birthday Pondering
Well it's here again, even though the older I get I wonder how long I will enjoy them. I was greeted by special people throughout the day via FaceTime, text, phone calls, and posts. Today was a good lesson in being a grown up, as the kids did school and I worked. Interesting enough I made two appointments to the dentist with one being a more urgent visit. Even the hygienist said, "You must really like us to come on your birthday." :)
The dentist was a bust for one, but all is well. We just keep trucking and praying each day that the Lord will grant us favor, wisdom, and stature.
Lunch was another surprise as we sat for what seemed like hours with some friends. Chatting away, laughing and joking, and eating. I tell you what, I enjoy sitting around gaining relationships through fellowship. It makes my heart happy. Our sweet church does it once a month, I encourage it through park time and Mom time with co-op, and it tops it off with our family and friends.
Tonight we had a typical dinner all sitting around the table, but it included our first free bird which is always a sweet bonus. After a while, she told us all to get in the car for a surprise. Her idea was brilliant...she just knows her mama's heart. She took us to the beach for Sno Balls. Just that and the drive home ended my day with an overflowing sense of joy. Ya know the kind that only God can give. All 4 of my sweeties were with me, my sweet hubby too...Laughing, enjoying awesome shaved ice, then jamming and singing all the way home.
What a perfect ending to a somewhat normal day. It's definitely in the little things, like who your with and the finite details that the Lord works out in his magnificent way.
Lord, my Abba Daddy. I can't imagine my life without you in it. You are so good to me and know my every need/want/desire. Thank you for continuing to show up in every detail of my life and allowing me to see you. These people that you've brought to me, some far away, some near, and some right here in our home are so very important to me. They bring joy to me and give me opportunities of growth spiritually and emotionally. I ask you to continue to shape me into the woman that you've created me to be, give me strength to continue the straight path with you, and wisdom to live a life that exudes your very character and nature.
Amen
The dentist was a bust for one, but all is well. We just keep trucking and praying each day that the Lord will grant us favor, wisdom, and stature.
Lunch was another surprise as we sat for what seemed like hours with some friends. Chatting away, laughing and joking, and eating. I tell you what, I enjoy sitting around gaining relationships through fellowship. It makes my heart happy. Our sweet church does it once a month, I encourage it through park time and Mom time with co-op, and it tops it off with our family and friends.
Tonight we had a typical dinner all sitting around the table, but it included our first free bird which is always a sweet bonus. After a while, she told us all to get in the car for a surprise. Her idea was brilliant...she just knows her mama's heart. She took us to the beach for Sno Balls. Just that and the drive home ended my day with an overflowing sense of joy. Ya know the kind that only God can give. All 4 of my sweeties were with me, my sweet hubby too...Laughing, enjoying awesome shaved ice, then jamming and singing all the way home.
What a perfect ending to a somewhat normal day. It's definitely in the little things, like who your with and the finite details that the Lord works out in his magnificent way.Lord, my Abba Daddy. I can't imagine my life without you in it. You are so good to me and know my every need/want/desire. Thank you for continuing to show up in every detail of my life and allowing me to see you. These people that you've brought to me, some far away, some near, and some right here in our home are so very important to me. They bring joy to me and give me opportunities of growth spiritually and emotionally. I ask you to continue to shape me into the woman that you've created me to be, give me strength to continue the straight path with you, and wisdom to live a life that exudes your very character and nature.
Amen
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