I just always wanted to do this.
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
Monday, December 17, 2007
This is Woman!
By the time the Lord made woman, He was into his sixth day of working overtime.
An angel appeared and said, "Why are you spending so much time on this one?"
And the Lord answered, "Have you seen my spec sheet on her? She has to be completely washable, but not plastic, have over 200 movable parts, all replaceable and able to run on diet coke and leftovers, have a lap that can hold four children at one time, have a kiss that can cure anything from a scraped knee to a broken heart -and she will do everything with only two hands."
The angel was astounded at the requirements. "Only two hands!? No way! And that's just on the standard model? That's too much work for one day. Wait until tomorrow to finish."
"But I won't," the Lord protested. "I am so close to finishing this creation that is so close to my own heart.
She already heals herself when she is sick AND can work 18 hour days."
The angel moved closer and touched the woman. "But you have made her so soft, Lord."
"She is soft," the Lord agreed, "but I have also made her tough. You have no idea what she can endure or accomplish.
"Will she be able to think?", asked the angel.
The Lord replied, "Not only will she be able to think, she will be able to reason and negotiate." The angel then noticed something, and reaching out, touched the woman's cheek. "Oops, it looks like you have a leak in this model. I told you that you were trying to put too much into this one." "That's not a leak," the Lord corrected, "that's a tear!"
"What's the tear for?" the angel asked.
The Lord said, "The tear is her way of expressing her joy, her sorrow, her pain, her disappointment, her love, her loneliness, her grief and her pride."
The angel was impressed. "You are a genius, Lord. You thought of everything! Woman is truly amazing."
And she is! Women have strengths that amaze men.
They bear hardships and they carry burdens, but they hold happiness, love and joy.
They smile when they want to scream.
They sing when they want to cry.
They cry when they are happy and laugh when they are nervous.
They fight for what they believe in.
They stand up to injustice.
They don't take "no" for an answer when they believe there is a better solution.
They go without so their family can have.
They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
They love unconditionally.
They cry when their children excel and cheer when their friends get awards.
They are happy when they hear about a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.
They grieve at the loss of a family member, yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left.
They know that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart.
Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you to show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning.
They bring joy, hope and love.
They have compassion and ideals.
They give moral support to their family and friends.
Women have vital things to say and everything to give.
HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN, IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.
PLEASE pass this along to all your women friends and relatives to remind them just how amazing they are.
An angel appeared and said, "Why are you spending so much time on this one?"
And the Lord answered, "Have you seen my spec sheet on her? She has to be completely washable, but not plastic, have over 200 movable parts, all replaceable and able to run on diet coke and leftovers, have a lap that can hold four children at one time, have a kiss that can cure anything from a scraped knee to a broken heart -and she will do everything with only two hands."
The angel was astounded at the requirements. "Only two hands!? No way! And that's just on the standard model? That's too much work for one day. Wait until tomorrow to finish."
"But I won't," the Lord protested. "I am so close to finishing this creation that is so close to my own heart.
She already heals herself when she is sick AND can work 18 hour days."
The angel moved closer and touched the woman. "But you have made her so soft, Lord."
"She is soft," the Lord agreed, "but I have also made her tough. You have no idea what she can endure or accomplish.
"Will she be able to think?", asked the angel.
The Lord replied, "Not only will she be able to think, she will be able to reason and negotiate." The angel then noticed something, and reaching out, touched the woman's cheek. "Oops, it looks like you have a leak in this model. I told you that you were trying to put too much into this one." "That's not a leak," the Lord corrected, "that's a tear!"
"What's the tear for?" the angel asked.
The Lord said, "The tear is her way of expressing her joy, her sorrow, her pain, her disappointment, her love, her loneliness, her grief and her pride."
The angel was impressed. "You are a genius, Lord. You thought of everything! Woman is truly amazing."
And she is! Women have strengths that amaze men.
They bear hardships and they carry burdens, but they hold happiness, love and joy.
They smile when they want to scream.
They sing when they want to cry.
They cry when they are happy and laugh when they are nervous.
They fight for what they believe in.
They stand up to injustice.
They don't take "no" for an answer when they believe there is a better solution.
They go without so their family can have.
They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
They love unconditionally.
They cry when their children excel and cheer when their friends get awards.
They are happy when they hear about a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.
They grieve at the loss of a family member, yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left.
They know that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart.
Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you to show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning.
They bring joy, hope and love.
They have compassion and ideals.
They give moral support to their family and friends.
Women have vital things to say and everything to give.
HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN, IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.
PLEASE pass this along to all your women friends and relatives to remind them just how amazing they are.
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Get your tissues ready.
I think you will like it. Turn your speakers on.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=zCdZwitrNoY
http://youtube.com/watch?v=zCdZwitrNoY
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Monday, October 22, 2007
Where are you?
I recently attended a Women's weekend with the fabulous ladies of my church. One of the first speakers was a wonderful woman of God. What she said was powerful. She had a word from the Lord that hit us all where we lived. It was so good. She was told by the Lord that there were women who needed to make the choice between life and death. Others who had been given a word, a promise from the Lord and needed to hold on to it. And yet others who needed to shout!!! I had made the decision of Life some years earlier, but for me I knew it was time to make the walk to the alter because I had heard things from the Lord. We came together and stood on that word in prayer. I also went because I knew it was my time to shout. Now, my problems were not all solved when I believed the word from God, yet I shouted as if they were. The walls of Jericho were not down, yet the children of Israel shouted as if they were. To call those things that are not as if they are. That is why we need to shout. Shout to the heavens. Shout Hallelujah to the Lord for what He is doing now. Let me tell you all that if there is something you are facing that seems to be never ending, too far gone, and you have been on your face with your God and nothing seems to be working, SHOUT!
Do not misinterpret what I am saying, prayer and supplication are paramount, and I do not mean to insinuate that it does no good. Just that I believe and am persuaded that the Lord is waiting for His people to shout. For His children to believe on Him to such a degree that no matter the circumstances we will not be shaken or moved by them. That we will live as the over comers He has made us. That we would be able to have a shout on our lips and a song of praise in our hearts. He tells us to not worry, to not fear, to be of good cheer, the war is won, the battle is over, the storm is calmed, all is done. So SHOUT!!!!!!!!!!
So where are you?
Are you one who needs to make the decision? If you are then rest assured that Jesus is waiting to fill you with His undying, unfailing love.
Have you a word you need to hold on to? If so, rest assured that He who begun a good work in you is faithful to finish it.
If you need to shout? Let it out.!!!!!
God Bless you all.
Do not misinterpret what I am saying, prayer and supplication are paramount, and I do not mean to insinuate that it does no good. Just that I believe and am persuaded that the Lord is waiting for His people to shout. For His children to believe on Him to such a degree that no matter the circumstances we will not be shaken or moved by them. That we will live as the over comers He has made us. That we would be able to have a shout on our lips and a song of praise in our hearts. He tells us to not worry, to not fear, to be of good cheer, the war is won, the battle is over, the storm is calmed, all is done. So SHOUT!!!!!!!!!!
So where are you?
Are you one who needs to make the decision? If you are then rest assured that Jesus is waiting to fill you with His undying, unfailing love.
Have you a word you need to hold on to? If so, rest assured that He who begun a good work in you is faithful to finish it.
If you need to shout? Let it out.!!!!!
God Bless you all.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Thankful Thursday 13
Here is my list:
1. God, He is so good.
2. Figuring things out. There has been a lot going on here that has been sort of a mystery. Through prayer, they have been figured out, that is, we now know what the problem is.
3. God making a way. Regarding #2, now that the things are figured out, we have to figure out how to go about fixing them....
4. Turning things over to God. It is freeing.... It isn't always easy to let things go, but it sets you free knowing God will take care of them.
5. Our Pastor. Even though I am not sure if we are going to still be attending his church, I love him very much. he genuinely cares for us. I will explain later about the not being sure of attendance.
6. Reading other blogs. I was happy to read Heathers thankful 13 this week. It is good to know our MMAD will hopefully be up and running again soon.
7. Being nominated for a rockin girl blogger. That was really cool.
8. Thoughts. They come on me fast and furious sometimes. I believe that is how God works on me. Nothing, nothing, nothing, then........... He gives me a lot all at once.
9. Quiet time. A rare commodity around here. But when it comes I relish it.
10. My husband. Just knowing that God is leading him.... it is such a comfort. So, when I don't have the quiet time to spend listening, I know God is speaking to him.
11. Ability to hear from God. Last week we thought we would be moving to GA. Even though we believed it was from Him, we still continued to be in communion with the Spirit and it became clear to us that it was not the time for it. So, we will be staying here in Indy.....
12. Being so loved by the man God gave me. It is more than I have words to describe. My husband is fabulous. He knows me so well. It is a true blessing to be married to him.
13. Friends I can talk to. You have absolutely no idea how wonderful it is for me to have you all to talk to.
1. God, He is so good.
2. Figuring things out. There has been a lot going on here that has been sort of a mystery. Through prayer, they have been figured out, that is, we now know what the problem is.
3. God making a way. Regarding #2, now that the things are figured out, we have to figure out how to go about fixing them....
4. Turning things over to God. It is freeing.... It isn't always easy to let things go, but it sets you free knowing God will take care of them.
5. Our Pastor. Even though I am not sure if we are going to still be attending his church, I love him very much. he genuinely cares for us. I will explain later about the not being sure of attendance.
6. Reading other blogs. I was happy to read Heathers thankful 13 this week. It is good to know our MMAD will hopefully be up and running again soon.
7. Being nominated for a rockin girl blogger. That was really cool.
8. Thoughts. They come on me fast and furious sometimes. I believe that is how God works on me. Nothing, nothing, nothing, then........... He gives me a lot all at once.
9. Quiet time. A rare commodity around here. But when it comes I relish it.
10. My husband. Just knowing that God is leading him.... it is such a comfort. So, when I don't have the quiet time to spend listening, I know God is speaking to him.
11. Ability to hear from God. Last week we thought we would be moving to GA. Even though we believed it was from Him, we still continued to be in communion with the Spirit and it became clear to us that it was not the time for it. So, we will be staying here in Indy.....
12. Being so loved by the man God gave me. It is more than I have words to describe. My husband is fabulous. He knows me so well. It is a true blessing to be married to him.
13. Friends I can talk to. You have absolutely no idea how wonderful it is for me to have you all to talk to.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
The Beatitudes
From Matthew 5:3-10
I have decided to say "Be of these attitudes!"
Blessed are the poor in spirit.
For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn,
For they shall be comforted.
Blessed are the meek,
For they shall inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
For they shall be filled.
Blessed are the merciful,
For they shall obtain mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart,
For they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers,
For they shall be called the sons of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness sake,
For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Being blessed means to be fully satisfied. One can only obtain full satisfaction from the Lord. When one comes to Christ and accepts Him as their Savior, that is when a true state of blessedness begins. These are the steps that are taken to achieve true blessedness.
1. Realizing that you are poor in spirit. That you cannot do anything to save yourself. You are spiritually helpless and need Christ. When you come to Christ and are saved, you become heirs with Him to all the Father has. And are given the kingdom of heaven.
2. Mourning for your sins. This is the first step to repentance and forgiveness. You shall be comforted by knowing that now you are forgiven.
3. Meekness. Seeing yourself for who you are. Seeing yourself as who the Lord says you are. This comes from submission to Him, and letting Him guide and direct you. You shall inherit the earth.
4. You will hunger and thirst for righteousness. Once you come to Christ you have a desire for Him, His Word, His presence, His ways to be yours. These will be filled by Him. His Word does not come back void.
5. Merciful. Once you accept His salvation, you will be filled with a kind and caring attitude. One who gives mercy shall receive mercy.
6. Your heart will become pure. As a Christian, you have been given a pure heart. you weed out things in your life that cause harm and are not of God. The purer we become, the more we see Him. We begin to see Him everywhere, and in everything.
7. You shall bring peace. When you are saved you are filled with a peace that surpasses all understanding. You begin to go into the world and others are affected by how you conduct yourself. The peace that God gives is contagious, others want it. They will begin to ask you about it, and when you tell them they too will be filled and be of these same attitudes.
8. You will be persecuted. Not everyone will agree with your attitude. They will want to squash your enthusiasm. They will try to hurt you. Yet we know that there will be trouble in this life. It is actually the height we strive for of blessedness.
We can be of these attitudes and experience the joy of being blessed while on this earth. yet we know that realization of true blessedness will only be enjoyed and revealed in heaven.
I have decided to say "Be of these attitudes!"
Blessed are the poor in spirit.
For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn,
For they shall be comforted.
Blessed are the meek,
For they shall inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
For they shall be filled.
Blessed are the merciful,
For they shall obtain mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart,
For they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers,
For they shall be called the sons of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness sake,
For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Being blessed means to be fully satisfied. One can only obtain full satisfaction from the Lord. When one comes to Christ and accepts Him as their Savior, that is when a true state of blessedness begins. These are the steps that are taken to achieve true blessedness.
1. Realizing that you are poor in spirit. That you cannot do anything to save yourself. You are spiritually helpless and need Christ. When you come to Christ and are saved, you become heirs with Him to all the Father has. And are given the kingdom of heaven.
2. Mourning for your sins. This is the first step to repentance and forgiveness. You shall be comforted by knowing that now you are forgiven.
3. Meekness. Seeing yourself for who you are. Seeing yourself as who the Lord says you are. This comes from submission to Him, and letting Him guide and direct you. You shall inherit the earth.
4. You will hunger and thirst for righteousness. Once you come to Christ you have a desire for Him, His Word, His presence, His ways to be yours. These will be filled by Him. His Word does not come back void.
5. Merciful. Once you accept His salvation, you will be filled with a kind and caring attitude. One who gives mercy shall receive mercy.
6. Your heart will become pure. As a Christian, you have been given a pure heart. you weed out things in your life that cause harm and are not of God. The purer we become, the more we see Him. We begin to see Him everywhere, and in everything.
7. You shall bring peace. When you are saved you are filled with a peace that surpasses all understanding. You begin to go into the world and others are affected by how you conduct yourself. The peace that God gives is contagious, others want it. They will begin to ask you about it, and when you tell them they too will be filled and be of these same attitudes.
8. You will be persecuted. Not everyone will agree with your attitude. They will want to squash your enthusiasm. They will try to hurt you. Yet we know that there will be trouble in this life. It is actually the height we strive for of blessedness.
We can be of these attitudes and experience the joy of being blessed while on this earth. yet we know that realization of true blessedness will only be enjoyed and revealed in heaven.
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