But I, by your great mercy,
will come into your house;
in reverence will I bow down
toward your holy temple.
will come into your house;
in reverence will I bow down
toward your holy temple.
Psalm 5:7
11/29/09
11/26/09
Happy Thanksgiving!
Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.I Thessalonians 5:16-18
I am thankful for…
-Jesus. For Him loving me, dying for me, saving me, being with me every day. For the access He gives me to God the Father and the Holy Spirit. For every blessing He has given me, even when I deserve none of them. For grace, love, forgiveness, patience, and grace (yes, again).
-Luke-that he IS, that he is who he is, that he is my husband, that he is here this year to help me eat all this food.
-our kids, that God chose ME to be their mother, that they are healthy, and that they are good kids (usually).
-for family back home that loves me and misses me and wishes we were there with them today.
-our home and all the material things we have from a fancy mattress to running water and electricity.
-for more than enough food to eat every single day.
-for turkey and ham and “Colleen’s mashed potatoes” and corn casserole and homemade rolls and dressing and homemade cranberry sauce and pumpkin cake and pecan pies.
-for my comfy chair and ottoman and my laptop and the internet!
I could list things all day long because I feel more blessed than anyone I know but I will stop now. I hope you feel blessed too! Happy Thanksgiving to you all!
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. Psalm 107:1
I am thankful for…
-Jesus. For Him loving me, dying for me, saving me, being with me every day. For the access He gives me to God the Father and the Holy Spirit. For every blessing He has given me, even when I deserve none of them. For grace, love, forgiveness, patience, and grace (yes, again).
-Luke-that he IS, that he is who he is, that he is my husband, that he is here this year to help me eat all this food.
-our kids, that God chose ME to be their mother, that they are healthy, and that they are good kids (usually).
-for family back home that loves me and misses me and wishes we were there with them today.
-our home and all the material things we have from a fancy mattress to running water and electricity.
-for more than enough food to eat every single day.
-for turkey and ham and “Colleen’s mashed potatoes” and corn casserole and homemade rolls and dressing and homemade cranberry sauce and pumpkin cake and pecan pies.
-for my comfy chair and ottoman and my laptop and the internet!
I could list things all day long because I feel more blessed than anyone I know but I will stop now. I hope you feel blessed too! Happy Thanksgiving to you all!
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. Psalm 107:1
11/20/09
Weaknesses and faults
We all have them. I definitely have them. I have been realizing that right now is the time to do something about some of them.
One of my weaknesses is being too isolated, not getting involved, letting my fears distance me from other people (is that all one or 3?). Some of that is just the way I am. I am not outgoing, and don’t have many friends. That is part of my personality and not necessarily a bad thing. What is bad is when I use that as an excuse to not obey God, to reach out to other people that I know I should, or not step up for service.
At the PWOC conference, there was a specific incident when I disobeyed God. It was during a worship session. I was standing next to this girl from our group that I do not know very well at all. I felt that I should reach over and touch her, to hug her or just pat her shoulder or something. I felt it so strongly that I knew it was God saying it. I ignored it. I thought, “I don’t know her, she will think I am crazy.” Later I found out that girl is going through some things and needed to feel loved and specifically had said to someone that she just needed to be hugged or something. I wanted to cry. I realized I didn’t just ignore a weird thought; I disobeyed God and missed a chance to bless someone. I did go to her later and hug her and apologize. But that doesn’t change the fact that I ignored God and let my weakness get in the way of a call and a need. I am sure that is not the only (or worst time) I have ever done that.
The decision that I was recently praying about is another example of my weakness. I was given the opportunity to join my local PWOC board at conference. I had that same opportunity back in May and turned it down without even asking God. I immediately said that it was not something I am qualified to do and out of my comfort zone. I am very glad that God gave me a second chance to step up and serve Him. This time I prayed and I accepted the position. I am now on the board, in a position that has me speak in front of the whole PWOC, to be outgoing and friendly to all people coming through the door. Am I out of my comfort zone? Oh yes, definitely. But, this is a chance to serve God and other women, and hopefully, help them feel loved and encourage them to return to PWOC where God can touch them and use them also. Am I qualified? Only through the grace and strength of God. But it is a call and I finally answered Him in the right way. Yes, Lord, here I am. Send me!
Now I am not trying to say this is my only fault (ha! I wish). I have just been shown so much lately (and these are only 2 examples) of how we all need to step up and do what we are called to do for God and others. The many recent references to Isaiah 6 amaze me! The time to step up is now. God is calling ALL of us. We can’t let our faults and weaknesses stop us-God knows them all and wants to use us anyway!
One of my weaknesses is being too isolated, not getting involved, letting my fears distance me from other people (is that all one or 3?). Some of that is just the way I am. I am not outgoing, and don’t have many friends. That is part of my personality and not necessarily a bad thing. What is bad is when I use that as an excuse to not obey God, to reach out to other people that I know I should, or not step up for service.
At the PWOC conference, there was a specific incident when I disobeyed God. It was during a worship session. I was standing next to this girl from our group that I do not know very well at all. I felt that I should reach over and touch her, to hug her or just pat her shoulder or something. I felt it so strongly that I knew it was God saying it. I ignored it. I thought, “I don’t know her, she will think I am crazy.” Later I found out that girl is going through some things and needed to feel loved and specifically had said to someone that she just needed to be hugged or something. I wanted to cry. I realized I didn’t just ignore a weird thought; I disobeyed God and missed a chance to bless someone. I did go to her later and hug her and apologize. But that doesn’t change the fact that I ignored God and let my weakness get in the way of a call and a need. I am sure that is not the only (or worst time) I have ever done that.
The decision that I was recently praying about is another example of my weakness. I was given the opportunity to join my local PWOC board at conference. I had that same opportunity back in May and turned it down without even asking God. I immediately said that it was not something I am qualified to do and out of my comfort zone. I am very glad that God gave me a second chance to step up and serve Him. This time I prayed and I accepted the position. I am now on the board, in a position that has me speak in front of the whole PWOC, to be outgoing and friendly to all people coming through the door. Am I out of my comfort zone? Oh yes, definitely. But, this is a chance to serve God and other women, and hopefully, help them feel loved and encourage them to return to PWOC where God can touch them and use them also. Am I qualified? Only through the grace and strength of God. But it is a call and I finally answered Him in the right way. Yes, Lord, here I am. Send me!
Now I am not trying to say this is my only fault (ha! I wish). I have just been shown so much lately (and these are only 2 examples) of how we all need to step up and do what we are called to do for God and others. The many recent references to Isaiah 6 amaze me! The time to step up is now. God is calling ALL of us. We can’t let our faults and weaknesses stop us-God knows them all and wants to use us anyway!
11/12/09
Too many things running through my head...
Once again I am cheating with the list. I have so many things running around my brain right now that I would not know how else to begin and I can't put off posting another day.
The weather in my neck of the woods: Sunny and beautiful. The weather channel says 75 today.
I am thinking: that I am so happy the house is clean.
I am thankful: for every blessing God has given me. I have heard so many heartbreaking stories from other women lately. It makes me even more thankful than usual for my many many blessings. I do not deserve to be so blessed.
From the kitchen: Nothing yet. Need to make some bread today so I don't have to go to the store. And some treats for my family would be nice. I broke my mixer paddle thing a few days ago and ruined an entire batch of cookies I was making for Luke. I still haven't made him cookies and I want to do that.
I am wearing: black yoga pants and a gray sweatshirt. I still have not showered yet today.
I am reading: the book of Isaiah.
I am hearing: the clock ticking and Luke snoring--he is off work today and still sleeping.
One of my favorite things: peace and quiet, no whining no fighting--it happens sometimes when everyone is home but not very often.
A few plans for the rest of the week: need to do PTSO newsletter, need to clean some windows, nothing big.
On my To Do List for today: make bread, maybe cookies, change all smoke detector batteries (have been putting it off, I hate ladders), call about PTSO newsletter and get to work on it, church tonight.
Lesson learned the past few days: wow. I attended the PWOC conference and had an absolutely amazing time. I learned that God is doing some big things with and through that group (internationally and locally). I learned things about individual women that inspired me and blessed me and showed me that I need to step out and DO more for God and other people around me. I learned that no matter how imperfect or messed up our lives may seem that we can love God and each other and make a difference in people's lives for the glory of God.
On my Prayer List: so many people I cannot list. Operation Christmas Child, PWOC sisters, all of the Ft. Hood community still hurting and scared. And a decision I am struggling with regarding stepping out for God, whether this is what God wants me to do--I do not feel capable of doing it and it scares me to death but I know God will equip me with what I need if it is what he wants me to do. I need to know, to hear clearly from God before I make this decision.
Scripture for today: Isaiah 6:8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I said "Here I am. Send me!" This has been THE verse for days.
The weather in my neck of the woods: Sunny and beautiful. The weather channel says 75 today.
I am thinking: that I am so happy the house is clean.
I am thankful: for every blessing God has given me. I have heard so many heartbreaking stories from other women lately. It makes me even more thankful than usual for my many many blessings. I do not deserve to be so blessed.
From the kitchen: Nothing yet. Need to make some bread today so I don't have to go to the store. And some treats for my family would be nice. I broke my mixer paddle thing a few days ago and ruined an entire batch of cookies I was making for Luke. I still haven't made him cookies and I want to do that.
I am wearing: black yoga pants and a gray sweatshirt. I still have not showered yet today.
I am reading: the book of Isaiah.
I am hearing: the clock ticking and Luke snoring--he is off work today and still sleeping.
One of my favorite things: peace and quiet, no whining no fighting--it happens sometimes when everyone is home but not very often.
A few plans for the rest of the week: need to do PTSO newsletter, need to clean some windows, nothing big.
On my To Do List for today: make bread, maybe cookies, change all smoke detector batteries (have been putting it off, I hate ladders), call about PTSO newsletter and get to work on it, church tonight.
Lesson learned the past few days: wow. I attended the PWOC conference and had an absolutely amazing time. I learned that God is doing some big things with and through that group (internationally and locally). I learned things about individual women that inspired me and blessed me and showed me that I need to step out and DO more for God and other people around me. I learned that no matter how imperfect or messed up our lives may seem that we can love God and each other and make a difference in people's lives for the glory of God.
On my Prayer List: so many people I cannot list. Operation Christmas Child, PWOC sisters, all of the Ft. Hood community still hurting and scared. And a decision I am struggling with regarding stepping out for God, whether this is what God wants me to do--I do not feel capable of doing it and it scares me to death but I know God will equip me with what I need if it is what he wants me to do. I need to know, to hear clearly from God before I make this decision.
Scripture for today: Isaiah 6:8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I said "Here I am. Send me!" This has been THE verse for days.
11/5/09
We are fine
Just wanted to let everyone know we are fine. I was on the bus to Missouri when we found out what happened at Hood. Luke was at home and did not even know until I called him. He went home early so he would be there when the kids got home. Thank God he did because the base was locked down for hours and he would not have been able to leave. Also the kids were not let off the bus without a parent there to get them today because of what happened. We do not live on base but they were still being very careful everywhere.
I am at a PWOC (Army women's ministry) conference in Missouri right now. There are several army and air force bases in this central region group and they are here together. There is a main speaker here she is an army wife (retired I think) but not someone famous Amy! She is from WV though! I will be here until Sunday then I have another 15 hour bus trip back.
I only have internet in one spot here and not much time so I don't know when I will update again. I will try to check email tomorrow. Thank you all for your love, prayers, and concern for our family. Please be in prayer for all the people at Hood affected by this tragedy. Thanks and God bless you all!
I am at a PWOC (Army women's ministry) conference in Missouri right now. There are several army and air force bases in this central region group and they are here together. There is a main speaker here she is an army wife (retired I think) but not someone famous Amy! She is from WV though! I will be here until Sunday then I have another 15 hour bus trip back.
I only have internet in one spot here and not much time so I don't know when I will update again. I will try to check email tomorrow. Thank you all for your love, prayers, and concern for our family. Please be in prayer for all the people at Hood affected by this tragedy. Thanks and God bless you all!
11/4/09
Birthday pics and info
I am leaving tonight for my women's ministry conference and I am doing a million things right now. I should not be on the blog but I wanted to put up the pictures of B's birthday before I leave and forget about them for a month like I did K's pictures. I need to finish packing and cleaning the house.
I am excited to be going to the conference but I am nervous too. I will be riding a bus. 15 hours one way. Sleeping in a room with at least two other women I do not know. And I will be away from my kids longer than I have ever been before. Pray for me that I am not in a horrendous bus crash (I am only slightly kidding, it does make me nervous) and that I get something good from this time with God--"spiritual renewal" as the brochure says.
I am taking my laptop so that I can at least check my email. I can't be having internet withdrawal symptoms while I am trying to connect with God and fellowship with other women!
I am excited to be going to the conference but I am nervous too. I will be riding a bus. 15 hours one way. Sleeping in a room with at least two other women I do not know. And I will be away from my kids longer than I have ever been before. Pray for me that I am not in a horrendous bus crash (I am only slightly kidding, it does make me nervous) and that I get something good from this time with God--"spiritual renewal" as the brochure says.
I am taking my laptop so that I can at least check my email. I can't be having internet withdrawal symptoms while I am trying to connect with God and fellowship with other women!
11/3/09
My baby is 12 today
Happy Birthday B!!!!! I love you and miss this baby and little girl....
They grow up way too fast!!
11/1/09
Sunday
Day and night they never stop saying:
"Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty,
who was, and is, and is to come."
Whenever the living creatures give glory,
honor and thanks to him who sits on the throne
and who lives for ever and ever
Revelation 4: 8-9
"Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty,
who was, and is, and is to come."
Whenever the living creatures give glory,
honor and thanks to him who sits on the throne
and who lives for ever and ever
Revelation 4: 8-9
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