Journalz!

Journaling has been a lifelong passion of mine and it’s helped me keep my mind focused on things I’ve experienced. Writing is something that can help bring healing in the hardest times. It has helped me through the years, as it speaks volumes to the one with a ready pen. It can bring healing to another as it’s written and shared. The tongue represents the voice He has given us to illustrate His draftings in writing with a ready pen. Journaling gives one a place to unload your thoughts and celebrate the good staff and in the darkest stuff. Take time in your day to meditate on His promises, and grab a pen with a writing pad or notebook app on your phone; begin the journey of being a ready writer. You’re going to look back and see the most precious moments where the Lord gave you the tongue of a ready writer. Ultimately it’s healing for the heart, and in sharing with others they may be touched with words that bring comfort in their hour of need. 

Journey with your pen today, and get ready to write. Half the battle in journaling is determination to follow through with it. It can help you stay organized in your daily routine. May you find pleasure in writing this week. ✍️ 

(Psalm 45:1. My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.) Blessings...

Mama

Blessings of being a mom. 💞

Parenting is priceless, especially for the one who has only been a mom by way of Gods design and plan. Long ago I prayed for a child, knowing that Gods will for my life, was in fact His will. Trusting in His Hand and plan opened the door to be chosen as a mom, and I am so very grateful to mama. I’m thankful for the many precious souls in my life that are not by own, but birthed in my heart. ❤️ 

Long long ago the Lord reminded me of a verse, “Isaiah 54:2 - Enlarge the site of your tent [to make room for more children]; Stretch out the curtains of your dwellings, do not spare them; Lengthen your tent ropes And make your pegs (stakes) firm in the ground.” We took that literally in youth ministry as we had so many amazing young people in our lives. They had some of the most parents as well. We are thankful for every one of them! I’m thankful for the years of working in higher education and seeing the countless number of students cross my path. So many great memories and countless experiences. 

But it takes a walk of faith to be a parent and not by some formula that you have been given. Parenting is different from child to child, and it’s important to focus on the relationship. Sometimes we miss it big time, but then at times we get it right, and that’s a beautiful teaching moment. Being a mama is truly a joy and a privilege to walk by faith, and I know being teachable is imperative. I’m so thankful for the Lords guidance in all, surely He will see you through every step of the way. 

The Holy Spirit is my teacher, and may use others to teach me, but He will always be my true source of wisdom. The Lord can help us to protect and treasure their hearts. Seek Him in parenting for the wisdom to remain faithful and not formulated. 

Blessings.

Trust

Trust is defined having confidence, faith or hope in someone or something Hope is the feeling of an expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen in your life. When we have hope we see the outcome that makes life better; that is pure trust. Its expecting the unexpected. Its believing for something even when things don’t make sense,.Placing your Hope (trust) in the Lord takes courage and strength. Hope is resting on Gods promises, as they are always, yes and amen… Hope in Him today… 

Trust that He has a perfect plan for your life! 

God loves you… 

Hurdles

Life is filled with hurdles, yet hope can rise up when you are able to set your sights high. When life seems like a BIG hurdle, take a deep breath. Remind yourself of all that you've already overcome, and remember there is incredible potential that lies within you. With hope as your compass, take that first step forward, and just breathe. You may be surprised at just how far it can take you. The Lord is always there ready and waiting to see you through the journey. Taking time to bask in His presence is always worth the effort. Just yesterday I was telling someone to not give up, and just know things will work out. Hold onto hope! Their reply, was will it? You see, lately the world is so full of fear, hate and loss and we tend to forget about the fact that God is with us. John 3:17 states, "For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. We live, move and have our being in Him. Taking a moment to pray and reflect on His goodness is the best thing we can do. Would you take a moment and call upon Him, He is there waiting. He loves you… blessings. 

Instruments 🎹

Instruments are used throughout Gods Word on many different occasions. There are cymbals, pipes, harps, tambourines, flutes, lyres, shofars and even bells were sewn on priestly robes. The shofar is a horn, traditionally made of either a ram or goat. It wasn’t used to play music but to sound a signal or alarm. Instrumental sounds are used to sing praise, dance for joy, prepare for battle, comfort those at funerals and other events throughout history. 

We are Gods living instruments, and we are to set the example of His peace. I’d say today, the world needs a whole lot more this kind of harmony. 

What instrument do you represent? 

In seeking to be an instrument of His peace I must surely put on love. 

Lord today, may I settle to worship You and seek to make peace, to be made ready as m the day is at hand. May we all seek Him in this hour and in this day. Let God arise and  His enemies be scattered. 🎼 🎵 🎶 

(‘Oh come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! Let us come into His presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to Him with songs of praise! Psalm 95:1-2)

Blessings.  ✍️ 9/14/24

Arise and Walk!

How often does the Lord call us to something and we discern His voice in that moment. It’s days like this where noise, clamor, commotion and confusion seem to drown out the Lord’s voice, if we are not careful to pause and listen. 

In the Book of Acts Peter told Aeneas to rise and walk, and immediately he got up, rolled up his sleeping mat and was healed instantly. (Acts 9:34). Spreading the Good News is imperative whether in word, deed or lifestyle. Lately I’ve found myself thinking that the Lord has been showing me the way to walk in, and often I fail to step up. My days can be filled with stressors, but the Lord will show up. It’s in the eyes of students that need an encouraging response or just an ear to listen to them. While at times fatigue and frustration of the day can hinder the ability to share, we (I) must find ways to improve on sharing the gospel. God has been so good in my life, and I just want to praise Him, no matter the circumstances.  Today, we (I) must determine to seek His face, and call upon His name for wisdom , strength, guidance and protection. The Lord is great, and greatly to be praised. 

Thanks!!!

 Thanks living. 🧡🧡🧡

Each morning holds a new sunrise, and the day is eagerly prepared for us. We can rise and be quieted with Gods amazing love. (Zephaniah 3:17) “He rejoices over us with singing”. 

Embracing the moment with a heartfelt thanks is so very needed. Giving thanks is what helps build character and it often helps change one’s perspective in life’s most challenging moments. With so much going on lately just pausing at the dawn of day will enable one to see what can be achieved. Take time to look beyond the clouds and see what you have to be thankful for. There are so many beautiful reasons why we should be grateful. 

Don’t allow the world and its woes rob you of a chance to make a difference. Just sharing a kind word of thanks-giving can help move you into thanks-living. 

In life actions speak louder than words and words can often cut to the heart. Be grateful and remember to take care. 

Many blessings