An apple a day

Philippians 1:9-10

I pray that your love will overflow more and more,
and that you will keep on growing in
knowledge and understanding.For I want you to
understand what really matters, so that you
may live pure and blameless lives until the day
 of Christ's return.

"Duty makes us do things well, but love makes us do them beautifully." - Zig Ziglar

~Everyone must take time
to sit and watch the leaves turn~

Elizabeth Lawrence

Apple-Pumpkin Butter

Ingredients:
1 3/4 cup canned pumpkin
1 cup apple, peeled, cored, and grated
1 cup apple juice
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
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Combine all ingredients in a medium sauce pan
bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer
1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.  Yields: 3 cups

recipe compliments of  www.gooseberrypatch.com


This is a delicious and easy fall/winter recipe! 
Why not make your friends some jars of this as Christmas presents,
 along with a copy of the recipe!

An apple a day

VERSE OF THE DAY (NLT) - Matthew 6:33

Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously,
and he will give you everything you need.

Who among us hasn't envied a cat's ability to
ignore the cares of daily life and to relax completely?”

An apple a day

VERSE OF THE DAY (NLT) - 1 John 2:1

My dear children, I am writing this to you so that
you will not sin. But if anyone does sin
we have an advocate who pleads our case
 before the Father. He is Jesus Christ, the
one who is truly righteous.

Affirmation

With each moment, my heart opens up to the beauty around me. Live in the "present" moment only. The present moment is all we have.  Stay grounded in it!

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Reminder: The Presidental Debate is on FoxNews Channel
at 9:00 pm tonight. Please watch, it is important that
everyone get involved and decide who WE
want as our next President! We must vote Obama out in 2012!

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Affirmation

Remember: With each day you are getting better in every way!

An apple a day

~But whenever anyone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away.
Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is,
there is freedom.

(2 Corinthians 3:16-17; NIV)

Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face.
Victor Hugo

 

An apple a day

~The Lord your God is with you,
he is mighty to save.
He will take great delight in you,
he will quiet you with his love,
he will rejoice over you with singing.
(Zephaniah 3:17 NIV)

Affirmation

You generously contribute to the happiness of others.

An apple a day

VERSE OF THE DAY (NLT) - Ephesians 5:1

Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children.

Wow, what a difference a day makes!
From 80 something degrees yesterday
to the 60's today. Am I ready for
cold weather!  NOT!! lol

An apple a day

VERSE OF THE DAY (NLT) - James 3:13

If you are wise and understand God's ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing
good works with the humility that comes from wisdom.

An apple a day

VERSE OF THE DAY (NLT) - 1 John 4:16

We know how much God loves us, and we have put our trust in his love.
God is love, and all who live in love live in God, and God lives in them.

I woke up (wide awake) at 3am this morning.  I've been checking
emails and web surfing.  I'm still awake, and have a busy day
ahead of me.  Suppose I will read for awhile now. Maybe that
will help!  Good morning early, from me!!

Today's Affirmation

Your Affirmation: With each day, I am letting go.

An apple a day

VERSE OF THE DAY (NLT) - Philippians 2:1-2

Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ?
 Any comfort from his love?
Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? Then make me
truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working
together with one mind and purpose.

An apple a day

~"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.
I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let
your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."

John 14:27 (NIV)

An apple a day

VERSE OF THE DAY (NLT) - Philippians 4:4

Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again--rejoice.

Hope you have a happy and blessed day!

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Boiled Peanuts: A Southern Staple

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An apple a day

VERSE OF THE DAY (NLT) - Titus 2:2

Teach the older men to exercise self-control, to be worthy of respect,
 and to live wisely. They must have sound faith and be filled with love and patience.

An Apple a Day

VERSE OF THE DAY (NLT) - Psalm 143:10

Teach me to do your will,
   for you are my God.
May your gracious Spirit lead me forward
   on a firm footing.

Affirmation

 As each day ends, I am closer to my true self.

Have a blessed day!

Happy Labor Day everyone!

Love is Fragile (Haiku)

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The Top 5 Bible Verses That Inspire Me To Take Action

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Your Higher Self: Morning light  shines through to your soul.

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VERSE OF THE DAY (NLT) - 2 Timothy 1:13-14

Hold on to the pattern of wholesome teaching you learned from me--a pattern shaped by the
faith and love that you have in Christ Jesus. Through the power of the Holy Spirit who
lives within us, carefully guard the precious truth that has been entrusted to you.