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A few months back a friend told me about this God's Grace  blog.  I signed up to receive their emails each day and I have to tell you I have been blessed by them.  This was from yesterday's email.     When you are the neediest, He is the most sufficient When you are completely helpless, He is the most helpful When you feel totally dependent, He is absolutely dependable When you are the weakest, He is the most able  When you are the most alone, He is intimately present When you feel the most useless, He is preparing you  When it is darkest, He is the only Light you need When you feel the least secure, He is your rock and fortress When you are the most humble, He is most gracious When you say that you cannot, remember that He can

A Heart That Shows It Cares 1 Corinthians 15:58 ~ Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. Learn to Reach Out Again and again Jesus tells us to give-to give to everyone (Luke 6:30); to give hoping for nothing in return (verse 35); to give in the generous way God, who is kind to the unthankful and evil, gives (verse 35); and to care for others by giving (verse 38). Your presence and sometimes a single touch are worth a thousand words When it comes to reaching out, remember this principle of ministry:  Your very presence is a source of comfort. Your touch an bring comfort far greater than words. Be a giver we can give a smile, greeting, warm question, touch, hug, and name (always use the person's name!) Be bold be bold and give to the people God places in your path.  If, however, you find yourself avoiding a c...

I read this on Sara's blog and i had to repost it... it's that good! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- There was a certain Professor of Religion named Dr Christianson, a studious man who taught at a small college in the western United States. Dr. Christianson taught the required survey course in Christianity at this particular institution. Every student was required to take this course his or her freshman year, regardless of his or her major. Although Dr Christianson tried hard to communicate the essence of the gospel in his class, he found that most of his students looked upon the course as nothing but required drudgery. Despite his best efforts, most students refused to take Christianity seriously. This year, Dr. Christianson had a special student named Steve. Steve was only a freshman, but was studying with the intent of going onto seminary for the ministry. Steve was popular, he was well liked, and he was an...

What a difference a week can make!  Monday I was still sick but at that point I was in the process of getting better.  I must say Thank You to all of you who prayed for me to get better. Tuesday  ~ Getting ready for my cruise....all my paperwork is printed out and ready to go.  It'll be here before I know it! Wednesday ~ I planned a monthly prayer time for the church ladies.  Most of them work and have children they are schooling but these two sweet ladies were able to make it and I am so thankful!  We had a fabulous time talking, sharing prayer requests, praying, stamping and eating.  They stayed 4 hours and it was such a blessing to me.   Miss Wylma Miss Betty Thursday ~ Miss Betty brought Kathy's favorite pie for us to enjoy...and enjoy we did!   She is an awesome pie maker! Friday ~ For the long weekend Paul, Kathy and I went on a little getaway.  We drove to Ontario California...stayed at my favorite ...

A Heart Enriched by Joy in the Lord Ephesians 3:19 ~ and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. What can you do to be filled with all the fullness of God so that He can use you in ministry? Spiritual Growth is Aided by Discipleship we teach other women the "good things" we've been learning, that we mentor or disciple them, that we pass on all that God has taught us (Titus 2:3-4) classes are ours for the taking (Bible studies at church or correspondence Bible classes) books offer another avenue for growth and help you develop skills for ministering to women. counsel from fellow Christians (trusted and godly person) is also a valid form of discipleship. interviewing other Christian women observation is another biblical means of growth. reading plays an important role in spiritual growth. Spiritual Growth is Aided by Goals Goals provide focus It's definitely true that if you aim at...

I got this recipe idea from a Taste of Home magazine.  I adapted a little and it was voted a " do again " so I'm blogging my version of it. Pineapple Curry Chicken 1 large can of pineapple chunks, undrained 6 bone-in chicken breast halves, skin removed 1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained (I added them this time but I don't think I will next time) 1 large onion, chopped 1 cup sliced carrots 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped 1 can coconut milk 4 Tbsp cornstarch 4 Tbsp sugar 2 Tbsp curry powder 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp minced fresh ginger root 1 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 1 tsp lime juice Drain pineapple, reserving the juice. Place the chicken, beans, vegetables and pineapple in a 6 quart slow cooker.  In a small bowl, combine coconut milk and cornstarch until smooth. Stir in the sugar, curry powder, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, lemon juice and pineapple juice; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or until chicken is tende...

What a week this has been. Sunday ~ The week started off great.  We went to our favorite pizza place Grimaldi's for dinner and we were the only ones there.  I guess they aren't considered a good place to go for the Super Bowl.  As usual, we received great service from our favorite waitress, Holly but we did feel bad for her because we were her only table and it didn't look like she would be getting any others.   Monday ~ Kathy and I decided to make taco salad for everyone at work (which really means 2 other people)  In the process of making the salad I cut two of my fingers.  How in the world I was able to cut both fingers at the same time I have no idea, but somehow I did. Monday afternoon, my throat started hurting which was the start of the rest of my horrible week.The rest of the week I have been coughing, blowing my nose, drinking lots of fluids but as I sit here Saturday night I am still feeling horrible.  Every time I cough my ch...

Heaven Came Down O what a wonderful, wonderful day - day I will never forget; After I'd wandered in darkness away, Jesus my Saviour I met. O what a tender, compassionate friend - He met the need of my heart; Shadows dispelling, With joy I am telling, He made all the darkness depart. Chorus:  Heaven came down and glory filled my soul, When at the cross the Saviour made me whole; My sins were washed away - And my night was turned to day - Heaven came down and glory filled my soul! Born of the Spirit with life from above into God's fam'ly divine, Justified fully thru Calvary's love, O what a standing is mine! And the transaction so quickly was made when as a sinner I came, Took of the offer of grace He did proffer - He saved me, O praise His dear name! Now I've a hope that will surely endure after the passing of time; I have a future in heaven for sure, there in those mansions sublime. And it's because of that wonderful day wh...

A Heart Strengthened by Spiritual Growth Our spiritual growth in Jesus Christ -- growing to be more like Him strengthens our hearts, fill them, and empowers us to open His commands. Spiritual Growth Begins in Jesus Christ You and I have two options for how we live.  We can live our lives with Jesus Christ or without Him. 1 John 5:11-12 ~ And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Without Jesus Christ there is no life! What did I find in Jesus, my Savior? A new beginning - When you and I come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ, we are given a new beginning, a fresh start, forgiveness for the past, wisdom for handling life, and power for doing what's right. 2 Corinthians 5:17 ~ Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. God's love and acceptance - Whenever I am down, discouraged, doubting, depressed, defeated, or dismayed, I stop and...

...to share my surprise I posted about two weeks ago. I am overwhelmed and humbled by how good God is to me. Three weeks ago Kathy and I walked into Aaron Lelah  jewelry store to see about having a custom ring made for me from my wedding ring, engagement ring and Mike's wedding ring. I had never had custom jewelry made before so I didn't know what to expect and I definitely didn't know how much it would cost. I had an idea of what I wanted the ring to look like but I wasn't sure if I would be able to describe it well enough.  I was also concerned that I wouldn't be able to afford a nice looking ring. I had seen on their website that they buy gold so Kathy and I had gone through all our jewelry at home and grabbed any broken pieces we had. When we arrived at the jewelry store, the owner was talking to a customer, so a nice lady came and talked with us. I pulled out my rings and I explained to her that I wanted to take the three rings and use them to ma...

It amazes me that we are in February already.  Here's a summary of my Week 5. Sunday ~ this month I helped out in the children's Sunday school class.  This is my last Sunday for a little while. Monday ~ This is a one of a kind card I made to include in a pack of Thinking of You cards that I sold in my Etsy store .  Tuesday ~ I spent the day with my dear friend Cammy.  We had such a fabulous time talking that I totally forgot to take a picture. Wednesday ~ I spent the morning dusting a friends house.  Fuzz kept his distance but he watched me the entire time.  Thursday ~ After cleaning our house I decided to iron Paul's shirts.  I don't normally iron because he has so many clothes in his closet that it doesn't make any sense to iron and then stuff them in the closet but he does like an ironed shirt so I took out all his shirts from the closet and started ironing.  I ironed and hung up a reasonable amount so the shirts aren't over...

A Heart That Weaves a Tapestry of Beauty Titus 2:3-5 ~ Likewise, teach the older women to be reverent in the way they live, not to be slanderers or addicted to much wine, but to teach what is good. Then they can urge the younger women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that no one will malign the word of God. To be a homemaker means to be a stayer-at-home, to be domestically inclined, a good housekeeper, and a keeper at home....simply put - be a "home lover" Weaving a tapestry of beauty in our homes also calls for action . The project called "home" takes effort and time each day.  The effort and the activity--the time, the work, the care, and the mental and physical muscle--combine to make a home beautiful.  Such beauty comes when I am active at home, busy responding to the call and challenge and joy of weaving a tapestry there. How? Understand the...