Well, I ventured out on a limb hoping to take a few moments each day during the month of October and write on my blog. It didn't work out exactly like that, but I sure was able to write more than I have before. And I really enjoyed it. For my final post of the month, I have a ton I could write about. So much has happened over the last few days of this month, but I think I will camp out on this...
Human nature is a funny thing. You think ya know someone until they do something that absolutely throws you into a tailspin. Human emotions are another funny thing. We as humans experience such a wide range of emotions. And anything can trigger one or more of these emotions. And while I like to blame others for hurting me and blame circumstances for bringing negative emotions into my mind and heart, it's really all the work of the devil himself. He manipulates and micro-manages every aspect of our life in hopes of bringing us down for one very specific reason...to defame and taint the glorious name of Jesus. He does everything he can to keep us from giving honor and credit to God. He would also like to see us have nothing to do with God in our own lives so when we start to get closer to Jesus, he kicks it up a notch or two.
I couldn't have been reminded of this more over the course of this past weekend. There were times I was staring the enemy straight in the face. And there was a situation that occurred where it seemed he, the enemy, won the battle. Life is a story. And just like with all stories, there is an ending. And as a follower of Christ, I already know the ending. My God wins. The enemy will be destroyed forever and I'll get to spend eternity in the presence of God. Just THAT in and of itself is worth the fight. In the meantime, I will strive to keep my mind on things above, not on earthly things. For this life is temporary. And all hurt and sadness is momentary. Each moment that brings us hurt and pain is actually achieving for us a goal of eternal glory that makes every hardship worth the challenge. So, today, I will fix my eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is unseen is eternal. And that, my friends, is what I want...eternity with my Jesus.
SATAN THE BLOOD OF JESUS IS AGAINST YOU. WHEN WE GIVE GOD ALL THE GLORY HE GIVES US THE VICTORY.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Day 26 & 27 Hallelujah Anyhow!
It is crazy busy around here, but we have some great things going on. I love music, and I know I just posted a song. But this one is great, too. It explains where my heart is these days. Plus, I am so excited about the Women's Walk to Emmaus that is happening this weekend. This song explains perfectly what God did for me as a result of my Walk. This video, too, was recorded in my home state of Louisiana at Angola Prison. Go God. Enjoy...
Hallelujah Anyhow
Hallelujah Anyhow
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Day 25 Friend Of A Wounded Heart
This post is dedicated to those who would rather hide behind their fake "fines," their shallow "hellos," and their "on the surface" conversations. Sometimes it's just easier to keep our lives to ourselves because it's just too exhausting to tell someone else our problems. It's even harder if we have trust issues. For all of you who'd rather crawl under a rock than expose the "real you," this post is for you. When you get tired of smiling as to convince others that you are really happy, when you get tired of saying you're fine when you're not, when you get tired of trying to fill the empty longing in your soul...listen to this and be reminded. No one is a friend like Jesus, the One True Friend Of A Wounded Heart. Enjoy...
Friend Of A Wounded Heart
Friend Of A Wounded Heart
Monday, October 24, 2011
Day 24 Things To Remember
Being a mom of 3 is C.R.A.Z.Y. Life is so busy. I have to remind myself to stop and go to the bathroom. If my head was attached to my body, I would lose it several times a day. And most of the time, life gets so hectic, I don't know if I should scratch my watch or wind my butt. Crude, I know. But who doesn't love the movie Steele Magnolias?! In the craziness of life, this is what I hope I will forever keep in mind.
1. To set my mind on things above, not on earthly things.
2. To let the peace of Christ rule in my heart.
3. To let the word of Christ dwell in me richly.
Colossians 3:2-3, 15-16
1. To set my mind on things above, not on earthly things.
2. To let the peace of Christ rule in my heart.
3. To let the word of Christ dwell in me richly.
Colossians 3:2-3, 15-16
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Day 23 He Hears Me
One thing is for certain in my mind today...God hears our prayers. He really does. He may not answer in the amount of time we'd like Him to and He may not give us the answer we want. But He hears us and He answers us according to His perfect timing and His perfect will for our lives in this world. He is so good, and I am overwhelmed with gratitude today as I thank Him for answering my cries. Oh, how He loves us so!
Saturday, October 22, 2011
This Is Truly Riveting
Because I have some time and since I'm feeling rather spunky, I thought I'd share a bit of life with you just for kicks and giggles. This burst of writer's enthusiasm comes on the heels of reading a rather fun(ny) blog where the author actually used the phrase kicks and giggles, and I just knew I HAD to use that phrase too. And the word riveted. Don't ya just love that word? So, be excited. The use of that word could come at any moment. Be looking for it.
Anyhoo, back to life sharing with ya. I've been on hiatus from the blog since this past week has been one of those weeks. So, just so you'll know what those actually means, here is what's been goin' on 'round hea'. Monday, I cleaned the house. This was monumental since a strange lookin' forest was growing in our toilets, and I'm pretty sure my husband was writing obscenities with his finger in the thick dust on our furniture. Tuesday, I had a Bible study/Book Club at my house. This was truly a highlight of the week. One of my friends stayed after to give me my very first sewing lesson. I've never been more excited to make cloth napkins seeing how my family won't even know what to do with them once they're made. They've only seen the white disposable ones 'round hea'. Wednesday was a ball o' fun as I tackled the laundry and balanced the checkbook. (I know so far you find this all so...well...quite riveting. Whoop, there it is!) Thursday, hang on to your seats, yaw, but I spent the day with the cable guy. This was truly the highlight of my week since every time he bent down to work on our TV, I had an overwhelming urge to yell at the top of my lungs, SAY NO TO CRACK! (Let me pause here for those who need a few extra moments to let that last sentence soak in.) Stay with me, people. This is real life stuff, here. Seriously, I can't even make this stuff up if I wanted to. Friday was a half-day for my first-born. He got to witness me go off on a Walgreen's employee only to have to witness me have to apologize to her later for my rude-ness. Nothing like a big ol' piece of Humble Pie. And the highlight of all highlights happened Friday evening. I was enjoying a lovely evening outside with the fam when lo and behold! A Britney Spears song came on the radio. To say I got my groove on is really puttin' it lightly, people. I mean...I was shakin' my tail feather. My 4-year-old was riding his bike and he pulled up right next to me and said, "Mom, I don't like what you're doing. It weirds me out."
And that's all I got, friends. I'm sure you all feel lots of smartness after reading all dat. So, feel free to go and change the world now that you've been inspired. I hope this clears up any concerns you might have had for my absence last week. I hope to be back in the game this week. (And the whole world just had a collective sigh of relief.)
Linds
Anyhoo, back to life sharing with ya. I've been on hiatus from the blog since this past week has been one of those weeks. So, just so you'll know what those actually means, here is what's been goin' on 'round hea'. Monday, I cleaned the house. This was monumental since a strange lookin' forest was growing in our toilets, and I'm pretty sure my husband was writing obscenities with his finger in the thick dust on our furniture. Tuesday, I had a Bible study/Book Club at my house. This was truly a highlight of the week. One of my friends stayed after to give me my very first sewing lesson. I've never been more excited to make cloth napkins seeing how my family won't even know what to do with them once they're made. They've only seen the white disposable ones 'round hea'. Wednesday was a ball o' fun as I tackled the laundry and balanced the checkbook. (I know so far you find this all so...well...quite riveting. Whoop, there it is!) Thursday, hang on to your seats, yaw, but I spent the day with the cable guy. This was truly the highlight of my week since every time he bent down to work on our TV, I had an overwhelming urge to yell at the top of my lungs, SAY NO TO CRACK! (Let me pause here for those who need a few extra moments to let that last sentence soak in.) Stay with me, people. This is real life stuff, here. Seriously, I can't even make this stuff up if I wanted to. Friday was a half-day for my first-born. He got to witness me go off on a Walgreen's employee only to have to witness me have to apologize to her later for my rude-ness. Nothing like a big ol' piece of Humble Pie. And the highlight of all highlights happened Friday evening. I was enjoying a lovely evening outside with the fam when lo and behold! A Britney Spears song came on the radio. To say I got my groove on is really puttin' it lightly, people. I mean...I was shakin' my tail feather. My 4-year-old was riding his bike and he pulled up right next to me and said, "Mom, I don't like what you're doing. It weirds me out."
And that's all I got, friends. I'm sure you all feel lots of smartness after reading all dat. So, feel free to go and change the world now that you've been inspired. I hope this clears up any concerns you might have had for my absence last week. I hope to be back in the game this week. (And the whole world just had a collective sigh of relief.)
Linds
Day 17-22 The Slacker
Well, it has been one of those weeks. I could give you a long detailed excuse as to why I've been absent for the entire week. But who cares, right? The truth is...it's been busy, it's been good, but writing on this blog has been one of the last things I've been able to get to this week. Who knew being a mom of three could be so busy? Grin.
I truly don't have much to say today. I'm thankful for a weekend with my family. Today we celebrate my baby sister's birthday. And I'm looking forward to watching college football with my hubs all afternoon and evening. The biggest lesson the Lord is teaching me these days is that He does not work like a checklist. I often think that if I do this, this and this, then He'll finally send His grace and love. But that's just not how He works. His grace and love come as a continuous supply. I never once deserve it. And thank goodness He doesn't wait until I do. Each day is a gift and everything good in my life is a grace gift from Him. Have a great weekend, friends. Maybe I can be a better dedicated blogger this week. :)
I truly don't have much to say today. I'm thankful for a weekend with my family. Today we celebrate my baby sister's birthday. And I'm looking forward to watching college football with my hubs all afternoon and evening. The biggest lesson the Lord is teaching me these days is that He does not work like a checklist. I often think that if I do this, this and this, then He'll finally send His grace and love. But that's just not how He works. His grace and love come as a continuous supply. I never once deserve it. And thank goodness He doesn't wait until I do. Each day is a gift and everything good in my life is a grace gift from Him. Have a great weekend, friends. Maybe I can be a better dedicated blogger this week. :)
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