But God’s discipline is always good for us, so that we might share in his holiness. No discipline is enjoyable while it is happening—it’s painful! But afterward there will be a peaceful harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way. Hebrews 12:10-11 Last Sunday I made a commitment to concentrate on... Continue Reading →
5 Reasons to have a Christmas card making party! @ThriftyGoodness
Ok It's no secret that Christmas is without a doubt my FAVORITE holiday. I love everything about it. The pumpkin spice, the fire, the 25 Days of Christmas on TV, baking, buying presents, everything!! (I even listen to my Charlie Brown Christmas cd when no one is around, but you didn't hear that from me)... Continue Reading →
Aspiring to Loveliness @LisaClub31Women
By Lisa Jacobson, from her LOVELY blog I wanted to share this beautiful list I stumbled upon today! What a wonderful list to aspire to - I'd rather be able to exude even one of these things very well, than have all the money in the world. Be gentle in words and actions. Let your... Continue Reading →
Story of a Soul – Read this book!
Today is a very special day, it is a day to remember Saint Therese of Lisieux. For a brief introduction, watch the video below - Father Martin can explain it much better than I! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4v2Zovy1i5Y there is much to say about her and the simple and humble life she led, but I have to tell... Continue Reading →
Question of the day: What seed can you sow?
Hillsong's Desert Song proclaims: This is my prayer in the harvest, where favor and providence flow; I know I'm filled to be emptied again; The seed I've received I shall sow How has the Lord filled you this week? How can you "sow" what you have been given? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlgUUeQh0CQ
Here am I, Lord
In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple. Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. And... Continue Reading →
Before study
Dear Lord, Before I attempt to study your word or apply anything to my life, let me first acknowledge my spiritual poverty. I bring absolutely nothing to the table. I have nothing to offer you for myself. I completely rest in your mercy and compassion for my safety. The only reason I am able to... Continue Reading →
The invisible friend
At the moment of belief, we are anointed by the Holy Spirit and he comes to live inside of us. Every minute of every day since I first invited Jesus into my heart, he has been here, living, watching, feeling, and cheering for me this whole time. Even when I forget about him, he NEVER... Continue Reading →
How to find joy in waiting on the Lord!
Waiting on the Lord is a very difficult thing to do. I waited almost 3 years after meeting my future husband to become his wife. I knew from the beginning I wanted it to be him, but it just wasn't time. We could have rushed ahead and forced it to happen, and I could have... Continue Reading →
Are your prayers “good enough”?
Sincere prayer has really been on my heart lately -- wondering whether I am praying "sincerely enough". Naturally, we expect "good" prayer to result in the clouds opening with a flourish and Jesus coming out to smile upon us. If that were true, it would only be logical that "bad" prayers result in nothing, and... Continue Reading →
tea & testimony 