Friday, May 24, 2013
Monday, May 20, 2013
Below are some fascinating Strawberry facts worth savoring!
1. Strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the outside (200 per berrry!).
2. One cup of strawberries has as much Vitamin C as an orange.
3. Strawberries are not actually "berries," but part of the rose family.
4. In tests, people who ate strawberries before exercise burned 100 extra calories.
5. Rich in flavonoids, strawberries can help reduce cholesterol.
6. Strawberries are high in folic acid, the B vitamin which can prevent spina bifida.
7. To soothe sunburned skin, blend strawberries and honey, and apply as a salve.
8. You often can substitute strawberries for tomatoes in recipes.
9. For their best flavor, strawberries should be served at room temperature.
10. It takes approximately three days for a berry to ripen from green to red.
Coutesy of Harriet Belue of Belue Farms in Spartanburg, SC
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Monday, April 22, 2013
Teen Depression and Deciding Who to Tell
Please read my article published on Yahoo! Voices about Teen Depression.
Please read my article published on Yahoo! Voices about Teen Depression.
Monday, April 15, 2013
Saturday, April 13, 2013
Thursday, April 11, 2013
First Person: Living Well with Parkinson's Disease 5 Tips for Staying Well While Living with PD
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Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Healthy Cucumber Snack
Healthy Cucumber Snack
Recipe type: Salad
Serves: 1
Ingredients
- Cucumber
- Olive Oil
- Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
- Cayenne Pepper
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers and marinade in olive oil and lemon juice in a bowl.
- The oil and lemon juice should just be enough to cover the cucumbers and it will soak in.
- Sprinkle with Cayenne Pepper.
- Enjoy! http://www.stockpilingmoms.com/2013/02/healthy-cucumber-snack
Friday, February 22, 2013
New Habits for a New Year
3 Reasons to eat breakfast daily!
1. Breakfast boosts your metabolism and helps you take in fewer calories throughout the day.
2. Breakfast boosts your memory.
3. Eating breakfast helps you maintain healthy blood sugar levels,
and gives you the energy you neeed to tackle your day.
Important: Try to eat within the first 2 hours after waking up.
1. Breakfast boosts your metabolism and helps you take in fewer calories throughout the day.
2. Breakfast boosts your memory.
3. Eating breakfast helps you maintain healthy blood sugar levels,
and gives you the energy you neeed to tackle your day.
Important: Try to eat within the first 2 hours after waking up.
- Make it quick! Choose a whole grain cereal and top with 1% milk and a handfull ofyour favorite fresh berries!
- Don't like traditional "breakfast foods"? Try eating a turkey sandwich on whole grain bread with a slice of 2% cheese.
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Monday, February 11, 2013
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Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Quote from Max Lucado's Book "Fearless"
"All things, big and small, flow out of the purpose
of God and serve his good will. When the world
appears out of control, it isn't. When warmongers
appear to be in charge, they aren't. When ecological
catastrophes dominate the day, don't let them
dominate the day, don't let them dominate you.
Let's trust our heavenly Father."
of God and serve his good will. When the world
appears out of control, it isn't. When warmongers
appear to be in charge, they aren't. When ecological
catastrophes dominate the day, don't let them
dominate the day, don't let them dominate you.
Let's trust our heavenly Father."
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
January 16, 2013 Bible Verse
In today's world many of us live in fear.
Fear of what's coming next, fear that someone
won't like you, fear of keeping a job, or getting a job,
fear of getting cancer and much more!
God does not want us to live in fear.
Meditate of this verse today.
~I am leaving you with a gift--peace of mind and heart.
And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give.
So don't be troubled or afraid.
---John 14:27 NLT
Fear of what's coming next, fear that someone
won't like you, fear of keeping a job, or getting a job,
fear of getting cancer and much more!
God does not want us to live in fear.
Meditate of this verse today.
~I am leaving you with a gift--peace of mind and heart.
And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give.
So don't be troubled or afraid.
---John 14:27 NLT
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
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Monday, December 31, 2012
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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
How to Access Your Social Security Statement Online
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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."
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