I thought since it seems are lives are so difficult and sometimes on the negative side. Maybe we might just start acknowledging blessings each day. Maybe this will help us keep ourselves from falling into all the negative. Like today I am blessed because I noticed my patience is getting better. I hope you all can see at least one blessing a day. Even though we have many we sometimes don't think about or see. May God Bless.
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Matthew 5:4
Hebrews 4:16
Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
I love the verse you shared. It's a good reminder that He is always there, helping, guiding, giving grace, even to my imperfect efforts. I have faith that He will show us the right way.
I had thoughts often of running away. But, then I realize, what if Christ chose to run away, and not continue through his pain an suffering and agony on that cross, for me, for us, for all. We would all be lost.
So, he left us an example of love and how to do it, and each day I strive to love. Not our human definition of love which is such a weak definition. But, to humble myself and love as Christ loves us.
Now again I am weak alone, but with HIM, I can do all things.
I may cry a lot on some days, and think I will not make it through this. But, HE gets me through it, everyday, HE never fails me. And I see how I have grown from all this just a little, but it gives me hope of more. I have become more patient and tolerant. It's tough Frazzled.
I pray for you often and know that all things work together for good to them that love the Lord. So I know it will all work itself out for you. hang in their, pray much.
PS I totally understand the shadowing.
Psalms 18:32
It is God that girdeth me with strength, and maketh my way perfect.
Thanks, Lord!
Hoping for love, wisdom, and blessings for all this week.
Happy to hear you and your dad enjoyed the royal wedding.
I seemed to have slept the weekend away as well. Hard to believe its Monday again. But I had a chance to Facetime with my baby niece. She is crazy for Paw Patrol. Always grateful to see her smiles.
CDN- so glad you go to rest and to see baby niece, what a joy.
I worked in greenhouse today and so close to being done with kitchen remodel. Get to paint tomorrow.
Psalms 16:11
Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.
But one girl 15 named Sinaii is missing for a week now. We know her family. Please pray for her safety and to be returned home safe.please pray for her.
I was rushing around to get us dressed and off to the pharmacy since it was after noon and the clock was running before they closed.
She came out of the bathroom combing her hair and came right up to me, looked at my bare hairy chest and started combing it. She even parted it. It made me feel so helpless and weak. I just shut up and let her do her thing.
we made it to the pharmacy and waited 45 mins to activate the scrip and another hour and a half to pick up the meds.
Still,all in all, it was a good day. Maybe tomorrow she will polish my bald head and kiss it.
I guess that is one of my blessings.
I am so blessed, amidst my trials and tribulations.
Ephesians 1:3
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:
“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.”
Philippians 4:8
Thank you for your kindness. I'm so grateful its Friday! Got to spend the day with my nephew. And we are having blue skies and sunshine. And my sister sent a picture of my smiling picture of my baby niece. Lots to be grateful for.
But, I am blessed to be home with my family all safe and sound and all needs provided for.
Matthew 5:6
Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
Thanks, Lord!
I hope you all have a restful weekend and wish especially all former and current members of the military and their families a peaceful Memorial Day.
That's lovely Snoopy. What a great day!
We enjoyed two great sermons today.
“For the righteous LORD loveth righteousness; his countenance doth behold the upright.”
Psalms 11:7
Ephesians 2:8
"For the Lamb on the throne will be their shepherd. He will lead them to springs of life-giving water. And God will wipe every tear from their eyes." Revelation 7:17
There is much, much more but that is for another day. So much to be thankful for. I had strayed away from the bible for quite awhile but have returned to it. Psalm23 is one of my favorites. And I love the Serenity Prayer.
"God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,
Courage to change the things I can,
And wisdom to know the difference."
Dusti- What a blessing and inspiration you are to others. That you can see the blessings in the midst of what you have been going through. Thank you so much. I am so happy you have returned to your bible. One of my favorite Psalms is 143, and 51.
James 1:17
Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
“For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:”
Colossians 1:16
Oh I am hopeful for more rest this evening. Thank you Lord.
"Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! "
Psalms 107:8