Word Filled Wednesday...

It's been a thought provoking, gripping, grueling, glorious week for me...

God has brought so much Scripture to my attention...

"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28

“As you do not know the path of the wind, or how the body is formed in a mother’s womb, so you cannot understand the work of God, the Maker of all things.” Ecclesiastes 11:5

“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart. Do not be afraid… for I am with you… declares the Lord.“ Jeremiah 1:5,8

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.“ Proverbs 3:5,6

“The LORD will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.“ Isaiah 58:11

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.“ Isaiah 41:10

“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9

Incorruptible, indescribable...

Incorruptible, indescribable
Salvation’s calling…
When I was longing…
Now You’re the strength that holds my life
With a love that will never die
And never fade like the flowers…
It is a love that stands forever!

Oh I am not redeemed by corruptible things
Not by silver, not by gold
And not by aimless tradition
But by the blood of God’s sacred Son Jesus …
Oh You alone are my living hope
And my inheritance is…

Incorruptible Incomparable, inconceivable
Your plans for me…
Shall always be…
And for the day that You’re revealed
My heart is forever sealed
With the promise of mercy…
And the hope of all Your glory!

Oh sacred Son Who paid the price
Oh may I live a grateful life
That magnifies Your name forever!

Incorruptible - Watermark

MMM--Cut yourself a break...

I've not been feeling great lately...among other things, I've been telling myself to drink more water...

....so today in order to motivate myself I put out a pretty glass pitcher filled with ice and water...and every time I pass it...I must drink a glass full!

I also bought some complex B vitamins and took one with vitamin C. Gotta get boosted and get myself going again.

It's also nap time...think I'm going to go take one. Truly, it is the best way I can redeem the time right now!

I'm motivated to cut myself a break...to slow down and just enjoy the sunny weather and my kiddos...maybe I'll sew a few rows of Sweet Boobahs comforter...maybe not...

Glory Baby...

Glory baby you slipped away as fast as we could say baby…baby..
You were growing, what happened dear?
You disappeared on us baby…baby..
Heaven will hold you before we do
Heaven will keep you safe until we’re home with you…
Until we’re home with you…

Miss you everyday
Miss you in every way
But we know there’s aday when we will hold you
We will hold you
You’ll kiss our tears away
When we’re home to stay
Can’t wait for the day when we will see you
We will see you
But baby let sweet Jesus hold you
‘till mom and dad can hold you…
You’ll just have heaven before we do
You’ll just have heaven before we do

Sweet little babies, it’s hard to
understand it ‘cause we’re hurting
We are hurting
But there is healing
And we know we’re stronger people through the growing
And in knowing-
That all things work together for our good
And God works His purposes just like He said He would…
Just like He said He would…

BRIDGE:
I can’t imagine heaven’s lullabies
and what they must sound like
But I will rest in knowing,
heaven is your home
And it’s all you’ll ever know…
all you’ll ever know…

Glory Baby - Watermark

A Cafe Chat-- May 2

"In the eyes of the world, it is not our relationship with Jesus Christ that counts; it is our resemblance to him!" ~Ray Stedman/Charles Swindoll

When you read the quote above, especially the last part of the quote, do you agree with the author or disagree? Why did you answer the way you did?

I decided to join the cafe chat at the Internet Cafe today....

This quote has shown true in our lives. I've found that our neighbors don't really give a rip if we go to church on Sundays and Wednesday...and trust me they do notice this weekly event. They realize we are different in how we deal with things.

For example, recently several of our neighbors have been upset (okay, irate) with a new neighbor who keeps calling the fire dept. about their little bbq fire pits. They were upset that he hadn't come over to address it himself but had taken the "chicken expletive" way out and called the authorities. They wanted us to join in their tirade. They were surprised that while we agreed with the seeming unfairness, we suggested peaceful solutions. I suggested going over and kindly and calmly apologizing for any discomfort he had experienced breathing and requesting that in the future these things could be resolved without contacting the authorities but by simply asking them to put it out. This was met with silence for a few minutes. They asked, "Why should I humble myself to this bleep bleep?" My answer was, "Why not? What will you lose in humbling yourself and building good future relations with your neighbors?" While they didn't disagree...it was obvious this wasn't an option for them...One guy (the most angry...who seriously suggested smashing a window) snorted and said, "Ya'll really ARE different!" He smiled and went home. He cares about us...it's mutual now...but he sure doesn't understand us....we're different. That's great!

I hope these opportunities...mixed in with the Christmas gifts and Halloween/Harvest discussions...open up doors to explain why I'm different. This year we got a card back about three months after Christmas...from a lady on our cul-de-sac who wanted us to know that the Christmas gift had changed her outlook. It sounded like she'd lost her job (as many are) and was thinking there was no hope for her. She mentions how she turned back to God for guidance and leading. Praise God for how He worked in our example. In this small way of caring we resembled Christ...and reminded her of His precious gift to her!

Matt 5:14-16 "You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven."

I'm not sure the quote by Stedman/Swindoll is quite right however...because our relationship with Christ does matter. We'd better be investing time in growing and reading and studying His Word. The eyes of the world won't see us resembling Christ if we don't have a good relationship with Him! We must spend time talking to him in prayer! I believe it also matters how we get along as Christians...something most churches fail miserably at...and why we're referred to as a bunch of hypocrites by many of our neighbors.

John 13:35 "By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another."

This cafe chat quote is definitely good food for thought. It is good to truly keep WWJD in your mind...and always be striving to imitate him in your daily walk. We surely don't want to be communicating to the world that we have a relationship with him without also resembling him!

Eph. 5:1-2, "Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God."

Foodie Friday...

Taco Burgers ala Bobbi

I had an epiphany the other day. I had tacos on the menu...and was thinking what a mess it would make of my floor...again! Yet, it is one of LoverBrain's favorite meals so it's on the list.

I like to make up all the meat in the package, season it all and save half for making fast chili for Wednesday night (prayer meeting night). It's saves me a lot of time...cuz I simply have to heat it all through and voila it's done!

Anyhew...we love grilling and it keeps the house cooler...so I made Taco Burgers. I seasoned the meat with chili powder, cumin, onion powder and salt...squished it into burgers...and had LoverBrain's grill them up.

Just for added fun I served them with a corn tortilla inside a taco shell (stability), and normal taco toppings. The grill gave it an awesome smokey flavor...the meat didn't fall all over the place...even for my three year old.

Are you impressed? I even remembered to take a picture...

FYI--the chili made from these smokey taco burgers was awesome...smokey and much richer than the normal chili I put out!

WFW- 1 Cor. 15:58b