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Saturday, December 29, 2012
An Apple a Day: Psalm 62:8 (NIV)
Psalm 62:8 (NIV)
8) Trust in Him at all times, O people;
pour out your hearts to him,
for God is our refuge.
8) Trust in Him at all times, O people;
pour out your hearts to him,
for God is our refuge.
Thursday, December 27, 2012
An Apple a Day: Psalm 37:3-4 (NIV)
Psalm 37: 3-4 (NIV)
3) Trust in the Lord and do good;
dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture.
4) Delight yourself in the Lord
and he will give you the desires of your heart.
3) Trust in the Lord and do good;
dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture.
4) Delight yourself in the Lord
and he will give you the desires of your heart.
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Battling Fear
Max Lucado wrote a wonderful book called
"Fearless." We all face fears at points in
our lives and there are many ways to fight it.
In Max Lucado's book he offers the following
actions to help arm us in the battle against fear.
"Fearless." We all face fears at points in
our lives and there are many ways to fight it.
In Max Lucado's book he offers the following
actions to help arm us in the battle against fear.
- Memorize scripture and repeat it when we feel fearful.
- Read biographies of great lives.
- Ponder the testimonies of faithful Christians.
- Make the deliberate decision to set your hope on Christ.
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Friday, December 21, 2012
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
An Apple a Day: Psalm 39: 6-7 (NIV)
Psalm 39:6-7 (NIV)
6) Man is a mere phantom as he goes to
and fro: He bustles about, but only in
vain; he heaps up wealth, not knowing
who will get it.
7) But now, Lord, what do I look for?
My hope is in you.
All that matters at the end of our life
is not how many posessions we have,
or how much money is in our bank
account. What matters is whether or
not we are ready to be received by
Jesus in heaven. Do you know Him?
6) Man is a mere phantom as he goes to
and fro: He bustles about, but only in
vain; he heaps up wealth, not knowing
who will get it.
7) But now, Lord, what do I look for?
My hope is in you.
All that matters at the end of our life
is not how many posessions we have,
or how much money is in our bank
account. What matters is whether or
not we are ready to be received by
Jesus in heaven. Do you know Him?
Monday, December 17, 2012
An Apple a Day: Titus 3:4-6
~4) But when the kindness and love of God
our Savior appeared,5) he saved us, not
because of righteous things we had done,
but because of his mercy. He saved us
through the washing of rebirth and renewal
by the Holy Spirit, 6)whom he poured out
on us generously through Jesus Christ our
Savior, 7) so that, having been justified by
his grace, we might become heirs having
the hope of eternal life.
Salvation is a gift to everyone who will
simply accept it and recieve it! We do not
have to work for salvation. God sent His
Son, Jesus to die for each one of us. Our
debts were paid then. Our sins were washed
away then. All we have to do is open our
hearts and minds and ask Jesus to come
live within us. We must confess that we
know we are sinners, but that we know
Jesus paid for our sins on the cross. We
are not debtors. We are the recipients of
the greatest gift ever given, Jesus'
unconditional love and forgiveness. Why
would anyone refuse this free gift? I
don't understand.
our Savior appeared,5) he saved us, not
because of righteous things we had done,
but because of his mercy. He saved us
through the washing of rebirth and renewal
by the Holy Spirit, 6)whom he poured out
on us generously through Jesus Christ our
Savior, 7) so that, having been justified by
his grace, we might become heirs having
the hope of eternal life.
Salvation is a gift to everyone who will
simply accept it and recieve it! We do not
have to work for salvation. God sent His
Son, Jesus to die for each one of us. Our
debts were paid then. Our sins were washed
away then. All we have to do is open our
hearts and minds and ask Jesus to come
live within us. We must confess that we
know we are sinners, but that we know
Jesus paid for our sins on the cross. We
are not debtors. We are the recipients of
the greatest gift ever given, Jesus'
unconditional love and forgiveness. Why
would anyone refuse this free gift? I
don't understand.
Thursday, December 13, 2012
An Apple a Day: Matthew 6:24 (NIV)
~No one can serve two masters.
Either he will hate the one and
love the other, or he will be
devoted to the one and
despise the other. You cannot
serve both God and Money.~
Either he will hate the one and
love the other, or he will be
devoted to the one and
despise the other. You cannot
serve both God and Money.~
Monday, December 10, 2012
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Friday, December 7, 2012
An Apple a Day: on "Trust"
~ Trust ~
STOOP-shouldered,
foot-dragging,
sighing
resignation
is NOT trust.
Real trust
bounces on eager toes of
anticipation--
laughs with pure delight
of knowing
in whom it believes-
rests easy knowing
on whom it waits.
Lord,
so wrap me in the
knowledge of You
that my trust is no longer in You,
but IS you.
Author: Susan L. Lenzkes
STOOP-shouldered,
foot-dragging,
sighing
resignation
is NOT trust.
Real trust
bounces on eager toes of
anticipation--
laughs with pure delight
of knowing
in whom it believes-
rests easy knowing
on whom it waits.
Lord,
so wrap me in the
knowledge of You
that my trust is no longer in You,
but IS you.
Author: Susan L. Lenzkes
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
An Apple a Day: Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV)
~"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened,
and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and
learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart,
and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is
easy and my burden is light."
and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and
learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart,
and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is
easy and my burden is light."
Monday, December 3, 2012
Thursday, November 29, 2012
An Apple a Day: John 14:1,3 NLT
Don't let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me...
I will come and get you, so tha you will always be
with me where I am.
John 14:1,3
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
An Apple a Day: Psalm 116:1-2
“I love the Lord, because He has heard
My voice and my supplications.
Because He has inclined His ear to me,
Therefore I will call upon Him as long as I live.”
Psalm 116:1-2
National Giving Day is Today!
~~Did you know today is National Giving Day?
What can you give someone else today?
Here are some ideas:
Have a great day! Thank you for reading this!
What can you give someone else today?
Here are some ideas:
- Tell someone you love them and mean it.
- Smile at everyone you see today.
- Open the door for someone.
- Pay for someone's order (like the person behind you in a drive-thru).
- Help someone who needs it.
- Donate some warm clothing to a church or goodwill.
- ___________________________________________??? your own ideas
Have a great day! Thank you for reading this!
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Caramel French Toast
Caramel French Toast
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup salted butter
2 tbsp, light corn syrup
1/2 chopped pecans
12 slices of thick white bread
6 large eggs beaten
1 1/2 cups milk
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. Iodized salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
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Combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup in a small
saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thickened,
stirring constantly. Pour syrup mixture into a greased 13x9x2
inch baking dish with pecans. Place six slices of bread on top
of syrup mixture. Top with the remaining six slices of bread.
Combine eggs, milk, vanilla, salt and cinnamon, stirring until
blended. Pour egg mixture evenly over bread slices. Cover
and chill 8 hours. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven
40-45 minutes or until lightly brown. Serve immediately.
Make 6 servings.
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup salted butter
2 tbsp, light corn syrup
1/2 chopped pecans
12 slices of thick white bread
6 large eggs beaten
1 1/2 cups milk
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. Iodized salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
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Combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup in a small
saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thickened,
stirring constantly. Pour syrup mixture into a greased 13x9x2
inch baking dish with pecans. Place six slices of bread on top
of syrup mixture. Top with the remaining six slices of bread.
Combine eggs, milk, vanilla, salt and cinnamon, stirring until
blended. Pour egg mixture evenly over bread slices. Cover
and chill 8 hours. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven
40-45 minutes or until lightly brown. Serve immediately.
Make 6 servings.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Sunday, November 18, 2012
An Apple a Day: 1 Corinthians 6:14-15 (NIV)
1 Corinthians 6: 14-15
Jesus said
14)"For if you forgive men when they sin
against you, your heavenly Father will
also forgive you.
15) "But if you do not forgive men their
sins, your Father will not forgive your sins."
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Unforgiveness will pick at your flesh until
it destroys YOU, not the one you need
to forgive. They may not even know they
offended you. Do Not waste time holding
grudges against people, but forgive them
quickly and the Lord will forgive you.
Jesus said
14)"For if you forgive men when they sin
against you, your heavenly Father will
also forgive you.
15) "But if you do not forgive men their
sins, your Father will not forgive your sins."
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| Don't let the sun set today if you need to forgive someone. |
it destroys YOU, not the one you need
to forgive. They may not even know they
offended you. Do Not waste time holding
grudges against people, but forgive them
quickly and the Lord will forgive you.
Friday, November 16, 2012
Thursday, November 15, 2012
An Apple a Day: Galatians 5:25 (NIV)
Galatians 5:25
~25) Since we live by the Spirit,
let us keep in step with the Spirit.
26) Let us not become conceited,
provoking and envying each other.
~25) Since we live by the Spirit,
let us keep in step with the Spirit.
26) Let us not become conceited,
provoking and envying each other.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
An Apple a Day: Romans 15:13
13) May the God of hope fill you with all
joy and peace as you trust in him, so
that you may overflow with hope by
the power of the Holy Spirit.
joy and peace as you trust in him, so
the power of the Holy Spirit.
Monday, November 12, 2012
Our Sincere Condolences to Kirby Faith Bradley Family
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her birth, UNTIL today when she woke up in Heaven!
An Apple a Day Romans 8:32 (NIV)
Romans 8:32
32) He who did not spare his own Son,
but gave him up for us all -- how will
he not also, along with Him, graciously
give us all things?
Don't let feelings of false guilt creep in
if you are experiencing a time of
traipsing through lush meadows,
drenching you in warm sunshine.
God's kingdom is not about earning
and deserving, but one of believing
and receiving!
Enjoy the good blessings God gives
you and thank him!
32) He who did not spare his own Son,
but gave him up for us all -- how will
he not also, along with Him, graciously
give us all things?
Don't let feelings of false guilt creep in
if you are experiencing a time of
traipsing through lush meadows,
God's kingdom is not about earning
and deserving, but one of believing
and receiving!
Enjoy the good blessings God gives
you and thank him!
Saturday, November 10, 2012
Do you feel happy today?
This morning I woke up to a gorgeous Saturday
morning. The sun was brightly shining in my
living room with the already pale yellow walls.
It was so cheerful. I began to thank the Lord
for all of the blessings he has given to me in
my life.
I confess and (God knows) I don't always feel
this happy or thankful. So my feelings on this
day is very special to me! I struggle with
depression, but I am learning how to let it go
and let God have my negative feelings. It's
about time since I am fifty. I admit, I'm a slow
learner.
But today, I feel so blessed and secure in God's
love...it is truly wonderful. Thank you Lord!
The following verse is what I will be meditating
on today!
Hebrews 12:2-3 (NIV)
~2) Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and
perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before
him endured the cross, scorning its shame,
and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
3) Consider him who endured such opposition from
sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and
lose heart.
morning. The sun was brightly shining in my
living room with the already pale yellow walls.
It was so cheerful. I began to thank the Lord
for all of the blessings he has given to me in
my life.
I confess and (God knows) I don't always feel
this happy or thankful. So my feelings on this
day is very special to me! I struggle with
depression, but I am learning how to let it go
and let God have my negative feelings. It's
about time since I am fifty. I admit, I'm a slow
learner.
But today, I feel so blessed and secure in God's
love...it is truly wonderful. Thank you Lord!
The following verse is what I will be meditating
on today!
Hebrews 12:2-3 (NIV)
~2) Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and
perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before
him endured the cross, scorning its shame,
and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
3) Consider him who endured such opposition from
sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and
lose heart.
Friday, November 9, 2012
An Apple a Day: Habakkuk 3:17-19
Habakkuk 3:17-19
~17) Though the fig tree does not bud
and there are no grapes on the vines,
though the olive crop fails and the
fields produce no food, though there
are no sheep in the pen and no cattle
in the stalls, 18) yet I will rejoice in
the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior.
19)The Sovereign Lord is my strength;
he makes my feet like the feet of a deer.
he enables me to go on the heights.
As this economy is not likely to improve
since Obama was re-elected, we will
no doubt lose some things we have now,
for example, our jobs, businesses,
insurance etc... Throughout the next 4
years, we MUST remember that we can
and should lean on the Lord as our
strength. Only through our Savior can
we survive the tough times. Reach out
to Him now and confess your neediness to
God. He will help you!
~17) Though the fig tree does not bud
and there are no grapes on the vines,
though the olive crop fails and the
fields produce no food, though there
are no sheep in the pen and no cattle
in the stalls, 18) yet I will rejoice in
the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior.
19)The Sovereign Lord is my strength;
he makes my feet like the feet of a deer.
he enables me to go on the heights.
As this economy is not likely to improve
since Obama was re-elected, we will
no doubt lose some things we have now,
for example, our jobs, businesses,
insurance etc... Throughout the next 4
years, we MUST remember that we can
and should lean on the Lord as our
strength. Only through our Savior can
we survive the tough times. Reach out
to Him now and confess your neediness to
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
An Apple a Day: Phillipians 4:19 (NIV)
19) And my God will meet all your needs
according to his glorius riches in Christ
Jesus!
Go ahead and confess your neediness to God.
He loves it, and wants to help!!
according to his glorius riches in Christ
Jesus!
Go ahead and confess your neediness to God.
He loves it, and wants to help!!
Monday, November 5, 2012
Sunday, November 4, 2012
An Apple a Day: Hebrews 13:20-21 (NIV)
Hebrews 13:20-21 (NIV)
~20) May the God of peace, who through
the blood of the eternal covenant brought
back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that
great Shepherd of the sheep, 21)equip
you with everything good for doing his
will, and may he work in us what is
pleasing to him, through Jesus Christ, to
whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.~
No one knows what today will bring, but
not to worry. When you don't know what
to do, wait while the Lord opens the way
before you, and be ready and willing
to follow his lead.
~20) May the God of peace, who through
the blood of the eternal covenant brought
back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that
great Shepherd of the sheep, 21)equip
you with everything good for doing his
will, and may he work in us what is
pleasing to him, through Jesus Christ, to
whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.~
No one knows what today will bring, but
not to worry. When you don't know what
to do, wait while the Lord opens the way
before you, and be ready and willing
Friday, November 2, 2012
An Apple a Day: Psalm 116:5-6 (NIV)
5) The Lord is gracious and righteous;
our God is full of compassion.
6) he Lord protects the simplehearted;
when I was in great need, he saved me.
Our weaknesses do not repel God.
It attracts his power which is able to
impact a yielded or needy heart.
Do not condemn yourself when you
are in constant need of help. Rather,
go to God with your neediness and
let the Light of His love fill you.
Yielding yourself to His will is an act
of trust. God loves a yielded heart!
Have a blessed day!
our God is full of compassion.
6) he Lord protects the simplehearted;
when I was in great need, he saved me.
Our weaknesses do not repel God.
It attracts his power which is able to
impact a yielded or needy heart.
Do not condemn yourself when you
are in constant need of help. Rather,
go to God with your neediness and
let the Light of His love fill you.
Yielding yourself to His will is an act
of trust. God loves a yielded heart!
Thursday, November 1, 2012
An Apple a Day:Hebrews 4:14-16 (NIV)
priest who has gone through the heavens,
Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly
to the faith we profess. 15) For we do not
have a high priest who is unable to
sympathize with our weaknesses, but we
have one who has been tempted in every
way, just as we are--yet was without sin.
16) Let us then approach the throne of
grace with confidence, so that we may
receive mercy and find grace to help us in
our time of need.
My desire is to be aware continuously of
God's presence with me. These verses
tell me that I do not need to let feelings
of failure weigh me down. Jesus under
stands how we are tempted, because he
was tempted in every way, just as we are
as stated in verse 15 above. This world
we live in has been rigged to distract us.
God recognizes and rejoices each time
we initiate communication with him, and
become aware of his presence, we
have achieved a victory. Every time
we lose sight of Jesus' presence with us,
just bring your focus back to him and
move on. Rejoice in your tiny triumphs...
God does!
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
An Apple a Day: Psalm 84:3 (NIV)
~3. Even the sparrow has found a home and
the swallow a nest for herself, where she may have
her young--a place near your alter, O Lord
Almighty, my King and my God.~
We are no different than the sparrow. After
we are saved or born again, we have found
a home or nest in God's Arms! In fact,
His spirit lives in us! Let's thank God
for this earthly home, sheltered in the
arms of God. ~~Amen~~
the swallow a nest for herself, where she may have
her young--a place near your alter, O Lord
Almighty, my King and my God.~
We are no different than the sparrow. After
we are saved or born again, we have found
a home or nest in God's Arms! In fact,
His spirit lives in us! Let's thank God
for this earthly home, sheltered in the
Friday, October 26, 2012
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
An Apple a Day: Psalm 23:1-3 (NIV)
1)The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2) He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,
3) he restores my soul.
I love these verses. It reminds me to
whenever possible; to rest in the presence
of my Shepherd. How crazy is this world
when people "feel guilty" about meeting the
basic need of rest and peace that God built
into our being.
We need to rest and depend more on God, and
he will shower Peace on all our paths.
Have a blessed day.~
An Apple a Day: Psalm 21:6 (NIV)
Psalm 21:6 (NIV)
"Surely you have granted him
eternal blessings and made him
glad with the joy of your
presence."
No matter what your circumstances
are today, you can find Joy in God's
presence. It is easy on days that
are good and happy! The test comes
when your days are overcast and gloomy;
and you feel the strain of the day, which
seems endless.
But remember, this day is not a chance
occurrence, God created this day. God is
with you even when you don't sense him.
Joy is attainable! Search for it as for hidden
treasure! Talk to God about your day, and soon
your load will lighten, and joy will seep into
your day. Be aware of God's presence with you
and embrace joy as it returns to you!
Hope you have a blessed day!
"Surely you have granted him
eternal blessings and made him
glad with the joy of your
presence."
No matter what your circumstances
are today, you can find Joy in God's
presence. It is easy on days that
are good and happy! The test comes
when your days are overcast and gloomy;
and you feel the strain of the day, which
seems endless.
But remember, this day is not a chance
occurrence, God created this day. God is
with you even when you don't sense him.
Joy is attainable! Search for it as for hidden
treasure! Talk to God about your day, and soon
your load will lighten, and joy will seep into
your day. Be aware of God's presence with you
and embrace joy as it returns to you!
Sunday, October 21, 2012
An Apple a Day:Job 1:21 (NIV)
"Naked I came from my mother's womb,
and naked I will depart. The Lord gave
and the Lord has taken away; may the
name of the Lord be praised."
Job went through many troubles, yet
he did not sin by charging God with
wrongdoing.
Ask God today to bring to your awareness
any resentful attitude you may be harboring.
Ask God to free you from them.
When God thwarts our hopes or takes
something from you, it is best to not
hold resentment, but remember that every
thing you have are gifts from God. We
are not entitled to anything that is ours, but
should feel gratitude for them. We must
be "prepared" to let go of anything God
takes from us. But don't ever let go of
God's hand!
and naked I will depart. The Lord gave
name of the Lord be praised."
Job went through many troubles, yet
he did not sin by charging God with
wrongdoing.
Ask God today to bring to your awareness
any resentful attitude you may be harboring.
Ask God to free you from them.
When God thwarts our hopes or takes
something from you, it is best to not
hold resentment, but remember that every
thing you have are gifts from God. We
are not entitled to anything that is ours, but
should feel gratitude for them. We must
be "prepared" to let go of anything God
takes from us. But don't ever let go of
God's hand!
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Monday, October 15, 2012
An Apple a Day: Hebrews 12:1-2 (NIV)
~~1)Therefore, since we are surrounded by
such a great cloud of witnesses, let us
throw off everything that hinders and the
sin that so easily entangles, and let us run
with perseverance the the race marked out
for us. 2) Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the
author and perfecter of our faith who for the joy
set before him endured the cross, scorning
its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the
throne of God.
Today Lord help us to stay conscious of you
throughout this day. Your presence is a promise
and a protection to us. Help us not to take our
our eyes off of you, lest we fall in pits of self-
pity, despair, pride and self--will. Let us be
aware of your presence all day, everyday.
This is our greatest protection!
Amen
such a great cloud of witnesses, let us
throw off everything that hinders and the
sin that so easily entangles, and let us run
with perseverance the the race marked out
for us. 2) Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the
author and perfecter of our faith who for the joy
set before him endured the cross, scorning
its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the
throne of God.
Today Lord help us to stay conscious of you
throughout this day. Your presence is a promise
and a protection to us. Help us not to take our
our eyes off of you, lest we fall in pits of self-
pity, despair, pride and self--will. Let us be
aware of your presence all day, everyday.
Amen
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Monday, October 8, 2012
Saturday, October 6, 2012
An Apple a Day: On Comfort
"The better we understand God's word,
the more comfort we can find in it;
the darkness of trouble arises from
the darkness of ignorance."
~~Matthew Henry
the more comfort we can find in it;
the darkness of trouble arises from
the darkness of ignorance."
~~Matthew Henry
Friday, October 5, 2012
Honey Citrus Soother
Honey Citrus Soother
(makes 1 serving)- 3 - tea bags, green or black
- 1 - cinnamon stick
- 3 cups - boiling water
- 1/4 cup - honey
- 1 cup - grapefruit juice
Place tea bags and cinnamon stick in a 1-quart tea pot. Add boiling water; steep 3 to 5 minutes. Remove cinnamon stick and tea bags; discard. Stir in grapefruit juice and honey.
An Apple a Day: Proverbs 25:11 (NIV)
~A word aptly spoken is like apples
of gold in settings of silver.
Definition of aptly:
suitable for the circumstance or purpose
of gold in settings of silver.
Definition of aptly:
suitable for the circumstance or purpose
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
An Apple a Day-Proverbs 11:25 NIV
"A generous man will prosper;
he who refreshes others will
himself be refreshed."
he who refreshes others will
himself be refreshed."
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Saturday, September 29, 2012
Friday, September 28, 2012
An Apple a Day: James 4:14 (NIV)
~"Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow.
What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a
little while and then vanishes."
This is so true. We are only alive for a short while when
compared to eternity. I'm trying to live "just in the
present moment" and not look back or forward, just
at today, now, this moment. For indeed, we are not
promised our next breath, so let us live each moment
as if it were our last. Have a blessed moment!
What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a
little while and then vanishes."
This is so true. We are only alive for a short while when
compared to eternity. I'm trying to live "just in the
present moment" and not look back or forward, just
at today, now, this moment. For indeed, we are not
promised our next breath, so let us live each moment
as if it were our last. Have a blessed moment!
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
An Apple a Day: Proverbs 29:26 (NIV)
29) Many seek an audience with a ruler,
but it is from the Lord that man gets
justice.
but it is from the Lord that man gets
justice.
Friday, September 21, 2012
Jam in the Park for Parkinson's Sunday 09/23/2012
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Thursday, September 20, 2012
Today Has Been a True Blessing!
Today was a very good day, and a busy day! My church (Restoration off of I-26 in Spartanburg, SC) is having it's 2nd annual "Girlfriends" event tomorrow evening. The first one was awesome, and I'm very excited about this one! I went this morning to help decorate for the event tomorrow. There were many volunteers there and it is an amazing feeling to be in the company of such loving and caring Christian women. We all worked together harmoniously and joyfully and was finished in record time. I am really thankful for a church that has so many friendly and compassionate people! We had a great lunch together (thanks Cathy!)and I left feeling truly blessed!
Next, I was in the company of my Parkie friends at Summit Hills Retirement in Spartanburg. Another group of very happy and optimistic people! It was the first PD exercise class that Summit Hills has graciously started for the Spartanburg Parkinson's support group! They are going to provide a class "Muscles in Motion" for us every 1st and 3rd Thursday, followed by snacks and fellowship. The Spartanburg PD Support group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at the Chapman Cultural Center for a Parkie dance class graciously taught by Carlos, our instructor! After the 30 minute class the support group "meet" and different resource providers and speakers inform us on various topics concerning Parkinson's. I have met so many new friends and I thank God for bringing such caring people into my life.
Today, I feel especially joyful and Blessed!Thank you Lord!
Next, I was in the company of my Parkie friends at Summit Hills Retirement in Spartanburg. Another group of very happy and optimistic people! It was the first PD exercise class that Summit Hills has graciously started for the Spartanburg Parkinson's support group! They are going to provide a class "Muscles in Motion" for us every 1st and 3rd Thursday, followed by snacks and fellowship. The Spartanburg PD Support group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at the Chapman Cultural Center for a Parkie dance class graciously taught by Carlos, our instructor! After the 30 minute class the support group "meet" and different resource providers and speakers inform us on various topics concerning Parkinson's. I have met so many new friends and I thank God for bringing such caring people into my life.Today, I feel especially joyful and Blessed!Thank you Lord!
Sunday, September 16, 2012
An Apple a Day: 2 Corinthians 16-18 (NIV)
~~16) Therefore we do not lose heart.
Though outwardly we are wasting away,
yet inwardly we are being renewed day
by day. 17) For our light and momentary
troubles are achieving for us an eternal
glory that far outweighs them all. 18) So,
we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but
on what is unseen. For what is seen is
temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.
Reminder for everyone (especially me)
Everything we suffer and endure here
on earth is for only a brief time when
compared to eternity. "This too shall
pass."
Though outwardly we are wasting away,
yet inwardly we are being renewed day
by day. 17) For our light and momentary
troubles are achieving for us an eternal
glory that far outweighs them all. 18) So,
we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but
on what is unseen. For what is seen is
temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.
Reminder for everyone (especially me)
Everything we suffer and endure here
on earth is for only a brief time when
compared to eternity. "This too shall
pass."
Today Sunday 09/16/2012
A big hello and welcome to my blog, Life Matters!
I want to share my exciting (or not) Sunday with you.
I must say it was exciting when I woke up this morning!
I'm thankful every morning the Lord lets me wake up and
I tell him so!
This morning started with my favorite cereal, Honey Bunches of Oats
with Almonds! Did you know this cereal only has 6 grams of
sugar per serving. The average cereals have 12+grams up to 20+grams
of sugar. Plus this cereal tastes great. I add in some raisins for their
sweet taste and I love raisins!
Next, I went to my home church Restoration and heard wonderful
praise and worship and a helpful message from my Pastor.
McDonalds for lunch - $1 large diet coke, $1.99 Grilled chicken wrap (with
Honey Mustard dressing) and a yogurt/fruit parfait! It is possible to
eat healthy at McDonalds!
Home for the remainder of the day. Watched Carolina Panther/New Orleans
game and my Panthers won!! 35-27
Napped after, ...... and the rest is pretty much the same. I rested on
the Sabbath! Busy week coming! I am looking forward to it!
Freida
Thanks for stopping by!
I want to share my exciting (or not) Sunday with you.
I must say it was exciting when I woke up this morning!
I'm thankful every morning the Lord lets me wake up and
I tell him so!
This morning started with my favorite cereal, Honey Bunches of Oats
with Almonds! Did you know this cereal only has 6 grams of
sugar per serving. The average cereals have 12+grams up to 20+grams
of sugar. Plus this cereal tastes great. I add in some raisins for their
sweet taste and I love raisins!
Next, I went to my home church Restoration and heard wonderful
praise and worship and a helpful message from my Pastor.
McDonalds for lunch - $1 large diet coke, $1.99 Grilled chicken wrap (with
Honey Mustard dressing) and a yogurt/fruit parfait! It is possible to
eat healthy at McDonalds!
Home for the remainder of the day. Watched Carolina Panther/New Orleans
game and my Panthers won!! 35-27
Napped after, ...... and the rest is pretty much the same. I rested on
the Sabbath! Busy week coming! I am looking forward to it!
Freida
Thanks for stopping by!
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Saturday, September 8, 2012
An Apple a Day:Ephesians 6:10-11 (NIV)
~Finally, be strong in the Lord and in
his mighty power. Put on the full
armor of God so that you can take
your stand against the devil's schemes.
his mighty power. Put on the full
armor of God so that you can take
your stand against the devil's schemes.
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Monday, September 3, 2012
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Monday, August 27, 2012
First Person: Reduce National Debt, Cut Spending - Yahoo! News
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First Person: Reduce National Debt, Cut Spending - Yahoo! News
Thank you for visiting my blog!
Sunday, August 26, 2012
An Apple a Day: 1 John 5:11-12 NIV
~"God has given us eternal life, and this
life is in His Son. He who has the Son
has the life; he who does not have the
Son of God does not have life."
Friend, do you know the Savior?
life is in His Son. He who has the Son
has the life; he who does not have the
Son of God does not have life."
Friend, do you know the Savior?
Friday, August 24, 2012
An Apple a Day:1 Peter 4:7-8
~But the end of all things is at hand;
therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers.
And above all things have fervent love for one another,
for "love will cover a multitude of sins."
therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers.
And above all things have fervent love for one another,
for "love will cover a multitude of sins."
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Thursday, August 23, 2012
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Poem: One Bad Apple Made Sweet - Yahoo! Voices - voices.yahoo.com
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Check out my new poem at this link! Thanks!
An Apple a Day: Proverbs 30:32,33 (NIV)
"If you have played the fool and
exalted yourself,
or if you have planned evil,
For as churning the milk produces
butter, and twisting the nose
produces blood,
so stirring up anger produces strife."
Saturday, August 18, 2012
An Apple a Day: Psalm 45:1 (NKJV)
~Psalm 45:1
"My heart is overflowing with a good theme;
I recite my composition concerning the king;
My tongue is the pen of a ready writer."
This last line really spoke to me in this
verse. My/our tongues should always
speak of good things because IF Jesus
is my/our King, our mind should always
find the good in every situation and
claim it with our speech..!!..
"Help me/us to remember and practice
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
An Apple a Day: by Andy Andrews:Elephants, Mosquitoes, and Going the Extra Mile
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2012
Elephants, Mosquitoes, and Going the Extra Mile
I’m writing today to ask you a very important question upon which things in your life will greatly depend in yet unseen ways. Are you ready? Here it is:
Have you ever been bitten by an elephant?
Have you?
Okay, I’m going to go out on a limb and assume that most of you reading this answered no to that question. But let me ask you another one:
Have you ever been bitten by a mosquito?
I’m going to assume everyone’s answer for this one is yes. And do you want to know why? Because it’s always the small stuff that will get you.
This silly little question exercise is something that the character Jones uses in my book The Noticer. It’s all part of a larger lesson on something that I think is of vital importance for everyone to learn—how to make “going the extra mile” your normal.
We always hear the phrase “go the extra mile,” but what exactly does it mean? Well, there are two factors that must become part of your behavior if you want that phrase to apply to you:
1. Sweat the small stuff (the “mosquitoes” of life).
Many people ignore the small stuff (I’m sure you’ve heard the common expression, “Don’t sweat the small stuff”) and claim they have their eye on the big picture. But what they fail to understand is that the small stuff is what makes up the larger picture of our lives.
The beautiful masterpiece you want your life to be is composed of tiny brush strokes, little actions and choices, that happen day after day, hour after hour, and even minute after minute.
Paying attention to the small stuff means attending to the people, events, and relationships in your life with an uncommon attention to detail. It means consistently doing the second step of going the extra mile:
2. Consistently doing more than is expected of you.
I met Julius Irving, Dr. J, one time. When we shook hands, I promise that his fingers wrapped around my palm five or six times…they were the biggest things I’ve seen in my life! I asked him, “How did you go from being Julius Irving to being Dr. J?”
His answer was simple. He told me, “I have always demanded more of myself than anyone else could have ever expected.”
No one expected him to do the things he did, to practice like he did, to stay as late and work as hard as he did. He demanded it of himself. He demanded more than anyone could have ever expected.
Now, I know most of us aren’t professional basketball players, but this can easily be applied to all areas of life, no matter what you do or who you are. If you demanded more of yourself than anyone else could ever expect, what would your life be like? Who would you become?
If you demanded more of yourself than anyone else could ever expect, how would you act? What would you do? How would you feel? Can you picture it? Going the extra mile—no matter what—starts with you and your expectations for yourself.
So what expectations do you have for yourself right now? What expectations do you have for yourself as a parent? What expectations do you have for yourself as a spouse? As a businessperson or as a friend? What expectations do you have for yourself as a citizen in your community and country? What are some new expectations you could develop that will make you not only better, but will also make you truly exceptional in each of these areas?
Think about it…are you ready to go the extra mile? If so, how are you going to do so?
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Friday, August 10, 2012
An Apple a Day: Galatians 6:1-2 (NIV)
~~"Brothers, if someone is caught in a sin, you who
are spiritual should restore him gently. But watch
yourself, or you also may be tempted. Carry each
other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the
law of Christ."~~
are spiritual should restore him gently. But watch
yourself, or you also may be tempted. Carry each
other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the
law of Christ."~~
Thursday, August 9, 2012
An Apple a Day: Psalm 39:6
~"We are merely moving shadows, and all our busy rushing ends in nothing."
NLT-Psalm 39:6
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
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