Walk by faith.....not by sight.

Merry Christmas!!!

2011-12-17T20:49:00.003-05:00

As the days count down to Christmas, I have found that Christmas is becoming more materialistic and commericialized than anything. When you walk into a dept store you are greeted with "Happy Holidays" instead of "Merry Christmas". Walking down aisles you see people so worried about if they are going to get what is on a Christmas list. What happened to Christmas, the time of the year when giving is better than receiving? What happened to celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ? Jesus Christ died for our sins; the world didn't die for us yet the world engulfs us and drains us from our faith and turns our focus away from God. When celebrating Christmas this year remember what Christmas is all about. It's more than about Santa..it's about God giving us His only son and His son dying for us. Do you think Walmart would die for you??? Hope everyone has a wonderful and blessed Christmas!! And don't forget to celebrate Jesus' birthday! <3

I am the thorn in Your crown but you love me anyway

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Jesus loves us no matter what we've done or who we are or where we been. He is always there with open arms and is never too far to reach for. As we hold our head down in shame; He will lift us up no matter what sin we have committed. Lord, thank you for loving a sinner like me. Thank you for lifting me up when those around me beat me down. Thank you, Lord for being my rock and my shelter. Thank you, Lord for loving me!

Been awhile....

2011-08-12T22:41:00.002-04:00

Been gone for a while but I'm back! God has shown me so much and I can't wait to share it with ya'll!!!! God bless!!!

I'll fly away!

2011-04-10T22:15:00.002-04:00

I have decided to make a dream of mine come true! I am taking flying lessons. It is amazing when you are 3,000 ft in the air and see God's creation for miles. I love it! No matter how some people will drag you, beat you down, and so forth...With God ALL things are possible!!!!

"Once you have tasted flight, you will walk the earth with yours eyes turned skywards...for there you have been, and there you will long to return." -Leonardo da Vinci

The road ahead.....

2011-04-01T22:35:00.002-04:00

Sometimes when we plan our life it does't work out as we plan. When it doesn't work out we get frustrated to the point we want to give up. A few times this week I have felt this way and I'm sure others have also. After all the fuss, I realize GOD IS STILL IN CONTROL and ALWAYS WILL BE!!! I have come to the conclusion that God has a plan and I need to let God handle things. The road that God sets me on is the road I will travel and it will be a blessed journey!

“And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” – Phil 4:19

‘Do not fear, for I am with you; do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’ Isaiah 41:10

He only is my Rock and my Salvation; He is my Defense and my Fortress, I shall not be moved. Psalm 62:6

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And let us not get tired of doing what is right, for after a while we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't get discouraged and give up. ~Galatians 6:9

So many times I think to myself "Why bother?" then I hear a little voice saying "Keep going!" There are days where I would like to give up and say I have failed and walk away but then I realize that after this world is gone there is a more beautiful place called Heaven waiting for me. When trials come your way and you feel like giving up always remember Who thought you were worth dying for. Never give up...because Jesus never gave up on you and He never will!! No matter how much the rain pours....keep your head up!!!

I was on His mind...

2011-04-01T21:39:00.004-04:00

This has become one of my favorite songs! I hope you enjoy it as much I as I do! God bless!

It's been awhile....

2011-03-24T23:19:00.001-04:00

Wow! As I look back at my blog. The last entry was in September. So much has changed and so much is changing..I don't know where to begin!!! I promise to do my best to write frequently. Hope everyone is doing well!!! God bless!

Time....

2010-09-29T22:49:00.002-04:00

Can I have just a few minutes of your time? ~GOD

God wants a little bit of our time so He can share with us His love and His words. Tonight in discipleship class we talked about being diligent and disciplined. There are four steps in completing a course of action: desire, decision, determination and discipline. Consider a person who desires to meet with God before going to work. he realizes that in order to do so he must get up early so he decides to get up at 6:30am. The next day he oversleeps because his desire and his decision by themselves could not get him out of bed. He then determines to use an alarm clock to help him get up. But the real test comes when the alarm goes off. Discipline must come into focus. He must shut off the alarm clock and choose not to go back to sleep. Good habits can be developed as a result of consistent discipline. Consistency requires trust in the strength God gives. It involves heart, thought and effort on a daily basis. Jesus Christ gave all His love and all His time to die on the cross for us; we owe it to Him to give Him our time and our love. Make no excuses on why you can't spend time with God in any situation. God doesn't give you excuses and He is always there for you. Why can't you be there for him? Don't let it be too late.

How does your garden grow?

2010-09-28T22:19:00.004-04:00

See to it that no one misses the Grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many. ~ Hebrews 12:15

Does your garden look beautiful with vibrant colored flowers or is it over grown with weeds? Tending to a garden can be hard work. Tending to a Christian life can be hard work as well. Just like a garden can become overrun by weeds so can the life of a Christian. In our walk it is very important to watch what and who comes into our garden because just like a weed it will come in and suffocate what we have planted and soon our garden will start to die. Just like with our journey with God. If we are not careful the devil can send forth his demons (weeds) to lurk around what we have established. We all know that what took you years to build can be destroyed over night. Be careful who you call friends because they reflect who you are! We also need to remember we can't mingle and mix two different lives together and expect God to be ok with it. If we are for God we need to act like it. When we don't we are allowing "weeds" to invade our "garden". Weeds suffucate and drain the soil of important nutrients and prevent beautiful things to grow. As in life if we allow one "weed" to come into our life it can multiply into more and soon enough your spiritual life is dying by taking us away from God. As we tend to our garden we need to sow seeds. A great verse to read is Matthew 13:3-9
3And he spake many things unto them in parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow; 4And when he sowed, some seeds fell by the way side, and the fowls came and devoured them up: 5Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, because they had no deepness of earth: 6And when the sun was up, they were scorched; and because they had no root, they withered away.7And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprung up, and choked them: 8But other fell into good ground, and brought forth fruit, some an hundredfold, some sixtyfold, some thirtyfold.9Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.
God wants us to be a successful seed; to grow in His glory. Let's look in our garden and clear out the weeds that prevent us from being what God wants us to be.

Why do I hold on?

2010-09-25T17:12:00.002-04:00

Why do I hold on when I feel like there is no hope and no point...because God asked me to. The pain we feel doesn't compare to the joy that's coming. God has a perfect plan for all of us and He knows how the ending is. When I feel like giving up God gives me a little push and whispers "Hold on....the joy is coming!" God has faith in us and we need to have faith in Him because every promise He promises us- He keeps! He will never let us down. So when God tells you to hold on...Hold on..He has something good in store for you!

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Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth: for thy love is better than wine. ~Song of Solomon 1:2

When the world walks out.....God is always there!

2010-09-24T09:37:00.002-04:00

I have learned the more I am not into the world I see things differently. The world can be cold and cruel and it's sad to say it's not going to get better. The world has nothing for me but God has everything for me. When I needed the world...the world was no where to be found. Every time when the walls came crumbling down- the people I thought were my friends turned their backs but God has always been there with open arms. God, I thank you for being here for me. I know I stumble but You are always there to help me. Thank you, God!!!

"...do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.... Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good." Romans 12:2,9

"If you were of the world, the world would love its own. Yet because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you." John 15:19-20

"I have given them Your word; and the world has hated them because they are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. I do not pray that You should take them out of the world, but that You should keep them from the evil one. They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth. As You sent Me into the world, I also have sent them into the world." John 17:14-18

I have learned the more I am not into world I see things differently. The world can be cold and cruel and it's sad to say it's not going to get better. The world

Have you ever loved somebody....

2010-09-22T22:44:00.004-04:00

Have you ever loved someone that took your breath away...someone who even the thought of them made you smile? I miss everything....I loved you then, I love you now, and I will always love you!

Memories.....

2010-09-19T00:17:00.001-04:00

This past week I lost a very loving friend named Ruth. She was the sweetest person you could ever talk to. She added me as a friend on facebook and we began to talk and become friends. I think God had a hand in that!! Everyday in my inbox was an email of encouraging words and advice. She enjoyed helping people. I have caught myself already looking for emails that I know are not there. I miss her so much! It's hard to become friends with someone and then lose them. She told me in an email that when God gives you a gift- cherish it because that is the greatest gift you can ever get. I cherish her words and will always remember our conversations. She also told me to always tell the people you love that you love them because one day you won't be able to. Ruth was a wonderful friend and I know that she is in heaven looking down. Ruth, you will always be in my heart and thank you for all your wise words! Thank you for all your help and all the faith you had! Lord, I thank you for putting her in my life! Rest in peace Ruth aka GrannyB! I love you dear friend!!

In memory of Ruth Brasington
Angels in the room

She’s close to death , but she is not afraid
Angels waiting for the order, to carry her away
They’re gathered around her bed side
She’s the only one who sees
She will draw her final breath , and away with them she’ll leave

Angels in the room , she’s run her final race
They come to carry her to heaven
there to see her savior’s face
Angels in the room, to take her to a great reward
No need for sadness or gloom, there are angels in the room

He’s not long for this world, there’s a better one to come
He’s think’in about that great reunion , with the father and the son
His family by his bedside, he says children can’t you see
Angels standing all around us, it’s time for me to leave

Angels in the room, he’s run his final race
They come to carry him to heaven
There to see his savior’s face
Angels in the room, to take him to his great reward
No need for sadness or gloom, there are angels in the room

When it comes a time for leaven
And you see the fights are long
You won’t have to worry friend
You won’t be alone

Angels in the room, when you run your final race
They will carry you to heaven
There to see your savior’s face
Ooh.. Angels in the room, to take you to your great reward
No need for sadness or gloom, they’ll be angels in the room
No need for sadness or gloom, there are angels in the room

Walk this way....

2010-09-13T19:17:00.003-04:00

He who walks with the wise grows wise, but the companion of fools suffer harm ~ Proverbs 13:20.

Never underestimate the power of bad influence. Influence can be invisible but powerful. It can grab hold, take you under and drown you in misery. When God lights the path; the devil will do his best to put stumbling blocks along the way to trip you up. He will make his bad look more enticing than the good of God. The devil is very tricky and can cause you to be blind that is when we fall into the trap. We have to be careful of who and what we associate with. At first, it may look good and we think " Once won't hurt" Once can be the too many. Be careful with the company you keep. I always love to sit and talk with older people. They are wise and they have experience and not to mention give some good advice! I have listened to advice of younger people and I have found myself in a world of mess and sometimes I feel more doubtful than I did. We should listen to the wise because a lot of them have traveled the road we are on now!

Where will you go child?

2010-09-10T19:10:00.006-04:00

My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. ~John 10:27

Isn't it so wonderful to know when we leave this earth we have a beautiful eternal home to go to! I sometimes sit and think how it is going to feel when God looks at me and says "Well done, Jennifer!" There is not a day that goes by that I do not thank God for all the things He has done for me and I never regret a moment that I follow Him. My life with Jesus Christ has brought on a new perspective on things. I look at things a lot differently. I forgive easier than I did. I love deeper. I cherish and thank God for every moment that I am alive! Even though my heart gets broken sometimes and some days end with rain I trust God and know He will take care of me. No matter how bad the world gets...I will still follow Jesus Christ!

All of Creation

2010-07-19T19:49:00.001-04:00

I am who I am....

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But by the grace of God I am what I am ~ 1 Corinthians 15:10

Mirror, Mirror, on the wall......Look into a mirror and say I am unique..I am rare..I am a child of God and I am what I am because of His grace! Being a Christian isn't an easy thing to be. So many worldly pressures in our face everyday. Even, at 32 years old, I still have worldly pressures knocking at my door. The world wants us to be something other than what God wants us to be. The world expects so much out of us but if you really look at it; it's things that will wear us down and sometimes can cause destruction. We can get caught up into materialistic things and as we dig deeper to find satisfaction it eats away at us and before we know we are so distant from God that we don't put Him first anymore. If we read God's words daily and pray daily and build a strong bond with Him the world cannot touch us. God wants us to be ourselves; He wants you to be legendary you! The cross is before us and the world is behind us. The world has nothing for us but God has a beautiful eternal life waiting for us...all you have to do is say Yes, Lord, Yes I open my heart, my soul, my mind to You, Lord!!!

Be careful what you throw away...

2010-07-09T21:25:00.002-04:00

Be careful what you throw away it might be the best thing you ever had. When something is good you want to keep it; you don't want to set it aside or throw it away cause someone else might grab it up and you won't have it ever again.....God wants us to have the best and if He gives you the cream of the crop and you decide you don't want it then it's your loss. When you sit back and think you wish you had something...it may be too late..So cherish what you have.

Too good to be true...

2010-07-07T21:34:00.004-04:00

Ever look at something and say "That is too good to be true." We all have! Sometimes it can be the case but when God sends it to you it's His will and it is His perfect will. Don't be afraid of a blessing God has sent you. When you pray for something and God answers your prayer- Embrace it and Praise God!!! When God places a blessing in your life cherish it and know it is a gift from God and it is good and it is true! With God all things are possible. God bless!

Let go and Let God

2010-07-05T21:19:00.002-04:00

I posted this a while back and I thought about it and had to repost it again. We all need to realize that it is the Lord's battle and we need to give it all to Him. No matter what is going on in our lives He is in control and we need Him to help us through the thick and thin of life. God bless!

If you are holding on to something that doesn't belong to you and was never intended for your life, then you need to......

LET IT GO!!!

If you are holding on to past hurts and pains ......

LET IT GO!!!

If someone can't treat you right, love you back, and see your worth .....

LET IT GO!!!

If someone has angered you

LET IT GO!!!

If you are holding on to some thoughts of evil and revenge......

LET IT GO!!!

If you are involved in a wrong relationship or addiction......

LET IT GO!!!

If you are holding on to a job that no longer meets your needs or talents

LET IT GO!!!

If you have a bad attitude .......

LET IT GO!!!

If you keep judging others to make yourself feel better......

LET IT GO!!!

If you are struggling with the healing of a broken relationship.......

LET IT GO!!!

If you keep trying to help someone who won't even try to help themselves......

LET IT GO!!!

If you're feeling depressed and stressed

LET IT GO!!!

If there is a particular situation that you are so used to handling yourself and God is saying "take your hands off of it," then you need to......

LET IT GO!!!

Let the past be the past. Forget the former things.

LET IT GO!!!

Get Right or Get Left. Think about it, and then

LET IT GO!!!

"The Battle is the Lord's!"

Praying

2010-07-05T18:04:00.004-04:00

The last couple of weeks I have found myself praying even more. I have even been caught praying at work as my coworker thought I was asleep at my desk. Prayer is a deep, powerful intimate conversation between you and God and He always wants to hear what you have to say. If it's worth fighting for....then pray about it!
I am reading a book entitled "Praying God's Words by Beth Moore". I needed this book and God knew I needed it. For sometime it has been on my floor along with other stacks of books and today I picked it up and started to read it. Circumstances can make us break and fall apart but prayer can make us feel hope and give us some light.
Prayer is our lifeline to God. Pray without ceasing. ~1 Thessalonians 5:17. We should pray about everything. When someone has wronged us, broken our heart or if a someone needs a lifting or we are thinking about doing something- Pray. You can pray anytime..anywhere. The more you pray in places outside of church or home, the more naturally Christ will come to mind there. All settings are settings for prayer. It will seem much less like a separate, Godless world, and more of a whole in which the Spirit is afoot everywhere. Setting a schedule helps to create a habit or pattern of prayer, and turns the believer back to God throughout the day. It's not about how you do it or how many times a day you do it, it's about turning to God in the midst of what you do during the day, helping to keep the whole day in prayer. Prayer brings us closer to God and God always has time for us no matter what. Always remember...when you call on Jesus..ALL things are possible!

Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it and it will be yours." Mark 11:24

For my price is far above rubies...

2010-07-04T22:13:00.003-04:00

Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. ~Proverbs 31:10

The world wants us to be what it wants us to be. I want to be the woman God wants me to be and nothing less. I do not need to conform to the world in order to fit in. As long as God is proud of me that is all that matters.

I have been beat down, kicked around and yet I still stand. What I cannot understand is why a man does not want a Godly woman? If I were a man I would rather be with a woman who praises the Lord instead of a woman that praises materialistic things. Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised. ~Proverbs 31:30. A Godly woman is a woman that needs to be cherished for a woman of God is a gift..a very rare gift.

Here comes the rain....

2010-07-03T19:43:00.003-04:00

A raindrop is the bravest creation of God...It's not afraid to fall.

We all come to a point where we are afraid of something. I read this on some one's Facebook status and thought wow how brave is a raindrop; it's not afraid to fall. That raindrop is a creation from God and God has each raindrop in His hand like He has us in His hands. I sometimes find myself building up walls because of fear..fear of trusting, fear of getting hurt, fear of almost everything. All I have to do is turn it over to Jesus. Everything I go through He is there; it has already passed through His hands. Sometimes there is rain at the end of a perfect day but Jesus is always there no matter what. After thinking and praying I know I can be brave like a raindrop because God has me in His hands! I went through my Bible and highlighted these scriptures. Hope they help you as much as they help me! God bless!

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? ~Psalm 27:1

Fear not, for I am with you;
be not dismayed, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you, I will help you,
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
For I, the Lord your God,
hold your right hand;
it is I who say to you, “Fear not,
I am the one who helps you.” —Isaiah 41:10,13

Do not be afraid of sudden terror
or of the ruin of the wicked, when it comes,
for the Lord will be your confidence
and will keep your foot from being caught. —Proverbs 3:25-26

Yes I've lost my mind!

2010-07-01T14:08:00.008-04:00

Yes I did it! I have thought about it numerous times and decided to go for it. Will be picking it up in Sumter tomorrow. Lord, give me strength! Will be learning pretty quick. Pray for me!!!

Stand in the rain

2010-06-30T22:09:00.005-04:00

So stand in the rain, Stand your ground, Stand up when it's all crashing down, You stand through the pain, You won't drown and one day, whats lost can be found; You stand in the rain.

God is always there to help me up and push me forward. No matter how hard life is and no matter who hurts me along the way....I STAND!

Keep up the faith

2010-06-18T19:14:00.005-04:00

We all go through hard times in life, sometimes it confuses us so much we can't see or think clear. We all know God is not the author of confusion the devil is. When the devil sees that we are happy and all is well he throws stumbling blocks in our path to try and make us fall. Each stumbling block he puts out- he makes it harder but with God's help and through prayer we can break those blocks down and defeat the devil. Here is a verse to remember.. "Get behind me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to me; you do not have in mind the things of God, but the things of men~ Matthew 16:23. We need to pray each day and ask God to build a hedge of protection around us. The more happier we are and the more we walk with Jesus; the more the devil comes at us. Always remember when the devil comes knocking at your door always turn and say "Jesus, can you get that". Jesus is always glad to help and He is never far away! Keep your head up and never let up! Every storm you go through Jesus is there with you!

Who lead you?

2010-06-02T22:25:00.004-04:00

One Sunday, me and Adrian were at church and during the sermon Pastor Jack asked "Who lead you to Christ?" I felt a nudge from Adrian and turned to see a smile on his face and heard a low whisper of "I love you". In March of this year, he was saved and opened his heart to Christ at our church Revival. As the service went on Pastor Jack said that we should thank the person that lead us to Christ. Well...here I am to thank the person who lead me. It happened in July of 2007. I know things didn't work out but this is one thing I thank you for from the bottom of my heart! I fought for some many years and if it were not for you I probably would still be lost. It took your situation/trial to help me and to lead me to Jesus Christ. I thank you so much! I know you come to this blog from time to time so I hope this post finds you and blesses you as you did leading me to my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ several years ago. I pray that you are doing well and the Lord blesses everything you do. God bless!

Looking good!

2010-06-02T22:21:00.002-04:00

Sorry ya'll! It's been a while since I wrote in my blog. So many doors are opening and I can't do anything but praise God! Everything is going as God wants it to! Amen! Will tell in later blogs! God bless you all!

Now I know my ABC's

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A ll have sinned, and come short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23
B elieve on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved. Acts 16:31
C hildren, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. Ephesians 6:1
D epart from evil, and do good. Psalm 34:14
E ven a child is known by his doings. Proverbs 20:11
F ear not, for I am with thee. Isaiah 43:5
G od is love. 1 John 4:8
H onor thy father and thy mother. Exodus 20:12
I f ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it. John 14:14
J esus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. John 14:6
K eep thy tongue from evil. Psalm 34:13
L ook unto me, and be ye saved. Isaiah 45:22
M y son, give me thine heart. Proverbs 23:26
N o man can serve two masters. Matthew 6:24
O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good. Psalm 118:1
P raise ye the Lord: for it is good to sing praises unto our God. Psalm 147:1
Q uit you like men, be strong. 1 Corinthians 16:13
R emember the sabbath day, to keep it holy. Exodus 20:8
S eek ye the Lord while he may be found. Isaiah 55:6
T hou God seest me. Genesis 16:13
U nto thee, O God, do we give thanks. Psalm 75:1
V erily, verily, I say unto you, whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give it you. John 16:23
W hat time I am afraid, I will trust in thee. Psalm 56:3
X -ceeding great and precious promises are given unto us. 2 Peter 1:4
Y e are the light of the world. Matthew 5:14
Z ion heard, and was glad. Psalm 97:8

Cowboy Church- Yeehaw!

2010-03-15T21:00:00.003-04:00

Last week I went to Carolinas Cowboy Church for the 2nd time. It had been awhile but me, Zach, and Adrian went and had a wonderful time! Delicious food, great fellowship and of course a powerful message from God. It was revival night and we had Jeff Smith to come and preach after a week long revival at Pleasant Dale. It was awesome! In case some of you are wondering what Cowboy Church is ...well...it's not your ordinary church service. If you arrive early you can ride horses til the service starts at 7 pm which is held in a barn like building. Yes it's country! And I love it! We had over 175 people attend Thursday night. You can wear your cowboy/cowgirl attire. This was Adrian's first time going and he loved it. That night they had an awesome gospel band play. They had a bluegrass sound which made it feel so "old timey". Jeff said there are more than 60 Cowboy churches over the United States and he has also had someone overseas and Canada to email him about starting one. God's message is spreading all over! Praise the Lord! This is so nice to have a way of spreading God's words with something people enjoy who are lost. God is good~ All the time! Hopefully I will have pics to share on a future post. If anyone is interested in learning more about Cowboy Church I have the site below. Enjoy and God bless you all!

http://www.cowboycn.org/

A promise is a promise!

2010-02-16T22:24:00.004-05:00

No matter how things get and where we go we can always count on God's promise for He never breaks his promise!

What can be said about God's promises to us?

1. He has promised to supply every need we have. The Bible says: "But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus". That's Phillipians 4:19. Now notice, God has obligated Himself only to the extent of our needs. That would include food, clothing, shelter, companionship, love, and salvation thru Jesus Christ. It would not include the multiplicity of luxuries that we have come to think of as needs.
2. God has promised that His grace is sufficient for us. (II Corinthians 12:9). in fact, He has made provision for our salvation by His grace through faith. Read Ephesians 2:8. It is through an obedient faith that we have access into the grace of God according to Romans 5:2.
3. God has promised that His children will not be overtaken with temptation. Instead, He assures us that a way of escape will be provided. This promise is recorded in I Corinthians 10:13. Jude wrote: "Now unto Him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present your faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy" (Jude v 24). Darius, King of the Medes, said to Daniel, "Thy God whom thou servest continually, he will deliver thee" (Daniel 6:16). He did deliver Daniel from the den of lions.
4. God has promised us victory over death. He first resurrected Jesus by way of assuring our resurrection. Peter said: "This Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we are all witnesses" (Acts 2:32). Paul wrote to the Corinthians: "For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures, and that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures" (I Corinthians 15:3,4). Later on he adds: "but thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ" (I Corinthians 15:57).
5. God has promised that all things work together for good to those who love and serve Him faithfully (Romans 8:28). It may be difficult for us to see and understand how this is accomplished at times, but God has promised it, and He will deliver.
6. God has promised that those who believe in Jesus and are baptized for the forgiveness of sins will be saved. (Read Mark 16:16 and Acts 2:38).
7. God has promised His people eternal life (John 10:27,28). In closing, let me appeal to you to live so that the promises of God will be yours.

A walk to remember....

2010-02-05T21:42:00.004-05:00

"My walk on the moon lasted three days and it was a great adventure, but my walk with God lasts forever." Charlie Duke

I came across this website that I want to share with everyone. Enjoy and God bless!

The documentary In the Shadow of the Moon includes the story of Charlie Duke, one of the Apollo 16 astronauts launched to the moon in 1972. While the command ship orbited the moon, Duke and another astronaut landed the lunar module Orion on the moon’s surface. After 3 days of running experiments and collecting lunar rocks, the Apollo 16 crew safely returned to earth.

Later, Charlie had a spiritual transformation. He said it began when his friend invited him to a Bible study. After the meeting, Charlie prayed to Christ, “I give You my life, and if You’re real come into my life.” He then experienced an indescribable peace. It was so profound that he began to share his story with others. Charlie told them, “My walk on the moon lasted 3 days and it was a great adventure, but my walk with God lasts forever.”

The Bible tells us of another man who walked with God. “Enoch walked with God; and he was not, for God took him” (Gen. 5:24). His spiritual walk with God was so close that God took him directly into eternity (see Heb. 11:5).

We can learn a lesson from Charlie and Enoch. For believers, no matter where our journey leads, our walk with God will last for eternity! — Dennis Fisher

Let me walk with You, dear Savior,
Side by side and hand in hand;
Keep me clean and pure and faithful
Till I reach the heavenly land. —Hess

Keep eternity’s goal in sight by walking daily in God’s light.

http://www.rbc.org/devotionals/our-daily-bread/2010/02/06/devotion.aspx

Clean up and clean out!

2010-01-26T20:07:00.005-05:00

A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away~Ecclesiastes 3:6

We tend to pick up "clutter" along our journey in life and sometimes it can weigh us down to the point we can't move. We let anger take over us..jealously engulf us and so much more. I was thinking last night that everybody needs to let go and let God take control. Live life and not let life live us. Life is too short to be weighed down by the "clutter" we pick up along the way. Let it go...if you feel something or someone is weighing you down...it's time to clean house. Maybe it's time for some early spring cleaning. below is a favorite for me and hopefully will be of good use to everyone who reads it. God bless!

If you are holding on to something that doesn't belong to you and was never intended for your life, then you need to......
LET IT GO!!!
If you are holding on to past hurts and pains ......
LET IT GO!!!
If someone can't treat you right, love you back, and see your worth .....
LET IT GO!!!
If someone has angered you
LET IT GO!!!
If you are holding on to some thoughts of evil and revenge......
LET IT GO!!!
If you are involved in a wrong relationship or addiction......
LET IT GO!!!
If you are holding on to a job that no longer meets your needs or talents
LET IT GO!!!
If you have a bad attitude .......
LET IT GO!!!
If you keep judging others to make yourself feel better......
LET IT GO!!!
If you are struggling with the healing of a broken relationship.......
LET IT GO!!!
If you keep trying to help someone who won't even try to help themselves......
LET IT GO!!!
If you're feeling depressed and stressed
LET IT GO!!!
If there is a particular situation that you are so used to handling yourself and God is saying "take your hands off of it," then you need to......
LET IT GO!!!
Get Right or Get Left. Think about it, and then
LET IT GO!!!
The battle is the Lord's not yours! Pray and let it go....

Test Drive: Jesus take the wheel

2010-01-13T22:25:00.006-05:00

Why me Lord!? Does that sound familiar? When things happen we always want to know why it happens to us. Is it a test from God? God's tests are different than the temptations and trials of the devil. God's test is whether we act on His Word, trusting Him. Learning and growth involves testing. Sometimes a test can be pretty frustrating; its then we turn to God to ask Him for help. We should grow stronger in faith as we pass each test. The test does not make us strong, but God's Word makes us strong as we use it to overcome the test.

Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. ~James 1:12

"These trials are only to test your faith, to show that it is strong and pure. It
is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold, and your faith is far more precious to God than mere gold. So if your faith remains strong after being tried by fiery trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day when Jesus Christ is revealed to the whole world." ~1 Peter 1:7

SHINE! Make them wonder what you got!

2010-01-04T20:17:00.005-05:00

All over the world people are being persecuted for being Christians and its sad that it even happens in our own back yard. Christians get made fun of, talked about, abused and so forth. Unfortunately, this problem will always go on but.... hate to say this but DADDY DON'T LIKE UGLY! What you say or do to us you will have to answer to God. Remember that! We are His children and He will take care of us because our name is written in the Book of Life and we have a place in Heaven. Talk about us...make fun of us, do whatever you want...you think we go to extreme wait til Judgment Day and you face our Father. The Lord is my Light and my Salvation..whom shall I fear? We are passionate for what we believe in and we love God. You nor the devil will ever change that. I have lost many so called friends because I became a Christian but I have gained so many REAL TRUE friends! So I maybe I am EXTREME but I do it all for the glory of God! So Christians all over...Be Proud to stand up and say I am a Christian and I love God! Don't be afraid of the person God wants you to be. Be in the light for He is in the light. People can take what they want from you but they can't take away the love of God in your heart. Be proud, Stand up.. Shine! Be the the Light in this dark world. Don't be afraid! God's got your back! God loves you and wants you to be part of the Kingdom of Heaven. I pray for all those that are on the outside looking in. Give it to God and you can have it all, a eternal life in Heaven rather than an eternity in hell. What's your choice? God bless you!

New Year....New Beginnings

2010-01-02T08:41:00.002-05:00

The spirit of the Lord God..has sent me to bring good news...to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor. ~Isaiah 61:1-2

2009 is gone..welcome 2010! I look back at 2009 and I must say it had it's ups and downs but it ended beautifully! God has been good to me even through the trying times. I have grown a lot in this year and look forward to growing even more this year. I made new friends and reconnected with some old friends, even reconnected with an old flame after 13 years!
Things are going to be different this year. Me and my son will be on our own. With my grandfather needing more care my parents are moving in with him and we are staying at their house. So much to look forward to! I know God will be there every step of the way. So far the rekindled love is going great. It's amazing after 13 years the love is still strong. So memories and so many plans.
I have been filling out papers to go back to school to get my RN and I am officially registered! This has been in the works for a while now but finally I have made a move!
I look forward to growing more in the light of God this year. Lately, I have missed Sunday morning services because I am at the hospital. I know God understands but I feel like I am being slack. I haven't been doing my Bible study like I was and I feel its catching up to me. My boyfriend has been joining me and Zach on Sundays nights. I know he will be a great part in my life and especially my walk with God.
I use to make New Year Resolutions but we all know they don't work. We keep some while the others fall through the crack. I think it's so much better when you put it all in God's hands and let Him take care of it. So whatever you have; give it to Him. God will take care of everything! I hope everyone has a wonderful new year and may God pour His blessings out to you all!

Merry Late Christmas ya'll!!

2009-12-27T12:48:00.003-05:00

Sorry guys! I was so busy with things that I didnt post anything. I hope that everyone had a wonderful Christmas! I had a awesome Christmas. I spent it with dear friends and family. Zachary got all he wanted this year. I have been staying at the hospital with my grandfather on the weekends to give my dad relief. Boy! It is becoming very tiring BUT!!! Yesterday, my grandfather rededicated his life to Jesus Christ. That was such a beautiful moment! That was the best gift of all!
A new year is approaching and fast! So many things to look forward to and so many things to get done. I pray everyone has a wonderful, healthy and sucessful new year! Always remember..Put God first and the rest will fall into place! God bless!

But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. ~Matthew 6:33

2009-12-20T16:07:00.000-05:00

Take the time to smell the roses....

2009-12-15T09:43:00.007-05:00

I have always been the type of person to put everyone else ahead of me. Helping people is one thing I enjoy. I realized that sometimes I get into helping people so much that I don't look back on what a difference I have made. I have been reading a book called What I learned from God while gardening. It talked about how we help "weed" other people's garden but we don't take the time to look back on what a beautiful garden God created through us. Lately, I have been so busy helping other people that I have not looked at what God did through me.....so....I decided to take the time to smell the roses. I called a handful friends that I helped through the years and caught up on how things were going. As expected, these friends are doing very well. It felt so good to know that I helped someone who needed help. Not only did they get the help they needed but I was able to witness to them. They have given their life to the Lord and are doing very well. I am very happy to see this "garden" grow in His glory! Always take the time to look back on what you did for people..you probably made a world of difference in their life. God bless!

Getting Physically and Spiritually Fit

2009-12-04T07:23:00.006-05:00

For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.
1 Timothy 4:8

We all want to be healthy and happy! Where do we find the time? My grandfather being in the hospital and our office getting ready for DHEC has been keeping me busy. But!.....I am finding the time to spend with God and get in shape. I have been doing my Bible study nightly and been walking at the park with my new walking partner after work. After Christmas, me and some friends are going to be working out at church..yes our church has a gym. I'm feeling great and doing my best to get in shape physically and spiritually. I am blessed to have so many wonderful friends and to have someone in my life who motivates me and wants me to feel good. God closes one door and opens another. We all should find the time to becoming physically and spiritually fit! It feels so great!!! God bless!

The will of God

2009-12-02T07:29:00.000-05:00

The will of God will never take you,
Where the grace of God cannot keep you,
Where the arms of God cannot support you,
Where the riches of God cannot supply your needs,
Where the power of God cannot endow you.

The will of God will never take you,
Where the Spirit of God cannot work through you,
Where the wisdom of God cannot teach you,
Where the army of God cannot protect you,
Where the hands of God cannot mold you.

The will of God will never take you,
Where the love of God cannot enfold you,
Where the mercies of God cannot sustain you,
Where the peace of God cannot calm your fears,
Where the authority of God cannot overrule for you.

The will of God will never take you,
Where the comfort of God cannot dry your tears,
Where the Word of God cannot feed you,
Where the miracles of God cannot be done for you,
Where the omnipresence of God cannot find you.

"Everything happens for a purpose.
We may not see the wisdom of it all now
but trust and believe in the Lord
that everything is for the best."

On this day God wants me to know....

2009-12-01T20:28:00.003-05:00

... that today you have a cause for celebration. Today, you should celebrate what an unbelievable life you have had so far: the accomplishments, the many blessings, and, yes, even the hardships because they have served to make you stronger. Just as a gem cannot be polished without friction, nor can a life be perfected ...without trials. Take a time to acknowledge your life and to praise yourself.

On my facebook I have an app that sends me things like this. I needed to hear this! So many times I look at the hardships as failures but they are not. We all go through trials that make us who we are. Sometimes the devil hears us pray and he will play with our minds. God's promises, prayers and words are always true and will shine through. They don't come over night so when I pray about something and I feel like an answer comes fast..I know that something isnt right. I talk with God and ask again if this is what he wants. The devil likes to trick us into thinking its the best decision. Before making a sudden move..think about...pray a little more on it and God will show you the true path to follow.

Last night was my first BYW meeting with the girls at church. I had a blast. We talked about praying. I learned a lot on praying and I know it will help me be a better prayer warrior.

But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. ~ Matthew 6:33

2009-11-16T22:33:00.001-05:00

When enough is enough!

2009-11-14T23:55:00.002-05:00

Wow! I didn't realize it's been almost a month since I have been on here. I've been so busy with all kinds of stuff and had to take a break! I am burned out! Ever feel that way? I have overworked myself so much that I had to literally pinch myself to make sure I was still alive! Thank God that I am still alive and I thank Him for helping me through this. The past couple of weeks have been challenging. Thanks to all my family and friends for checking on me, being supportive, and all the prayers. My life is taking a new direction and I'm trying to "adjust" so to speak.
I have been busy with working, with church, fixing myself, and working on my new ideas. I got accepted into the Johnson- Wales Pastry Art School. I have always loved to bake and decorate and of course I got inspiration from various TV bakers. So we will see what this holds.
I have been doing a lot of research on old houses and I am trying to decide on 3 houses to make a bid on. One house is in need of A LOT of work while the others just need some TLC. I have prayed about a lot of what is going on in my life and well I think God is leading me into new directions and if it is His will..then I shall follow.
So you are wondering where the "When enough is enough!" comes from? Well...you come to a point in your life when you have to let go and let God take full control. There are some things in life you can't fix on your own. Lord knows when I try to fix some things I make a bigger mess. All I can say is I have had enough! I have allowed people to come into my life and wreck it, take me for granted, and so forth. I look back and think how stupid I was....maybe I was just lonely..LOL. Wow! I must have been really lonely to put up with what I did! God is in control...He always will be. No matter what happens God has my back!

I'm a Jesus Freak and proud!

2009-10-22T20:48:00.001-04:00

2009-10-20T22:32:00.006-04:00

Went to the concert on October 16th and it was AWESOME!!! It's so nice to have Christian singers like Toby! We had 5th row tickets but luckily thanks to Amy and her husband they traded seats with us and we got 2nd row seats!!! YAY!!! Toby gave a wonderful speech on how we stumble and fall but the main thing to do is get up, move forward and don't look back. Focus on God! Zach and I sang and danced to the songs. We look forward to going to many more concerts! God bless you all!

4 Days and counting down!!!

2009-10-12T17:54:00.003-04:00

YES!!!!! Four more days til Toby Mac!!! Cannot wait! Zach is so excited! I am so glad there are people in the world that sing and play music for God. There needs to be more positive and uplifting music!

AND PROUD!!!!

2009-10-12T17:50:00.001-04:00

In the life of Jennifer..thanks to God

2009-10-12T17:30:00.005-04:00

It's about time to update you on how things are going for me. So far....so very good! As you see through my posts, I have had some new experiences and look forward to many more. Everyday is a new experience for me by the people I meet and the things I learn and do. No regrets because what I've been through has made me who I am and who I am becoming. I've come a long way baby!! Recently, I have been working with the GA's at church and I love working with the little girls- they are so fun! I recently became part of a new ministry at church and I volunteered to help with Children's Church. Life is good....GOD is good- All the time! I live for the Lord and it's all for Him! I love my life and how it has turned out thanks to God. No looking back! My eyes are on you Lord! I want to encourage everyone who doesn't know the LORD to seek Him and come to know Him. Life is so much better! The LORD will open up doors for you that no one else can. He will there when others turn their back. He is the light and the truth. Amen! I look forward to all the doors God is going to open for me and more!

2 Corinthians 5:17~ Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come.

A Room with a Beautiful View

2009-10-03T17:31:00.004-04:00

As we were at the beach celebrating Zach's birthday we decided to take a helicopter ride over the ocean. I had never been on a helicopter til then and always said I would never ride in one. I was glad I did! The view was breathtaking!!! Never have I saw the world in so much beauty. As we went over the ocean, I was like WOW! God made all this! Watching the waves rush to the shore and to even look down into the water and see schools of fish was amazing! God is good~ All the time! The world is a beautiful place and I thank God for giving me the opportunity to see it from His view. I can only imagine when God and the Angels look down on this earth what they really see, it has to be more beautiful than what I saw that day! GOD, you are an awesome God! As this is my temporary home here on earth, I will make the best of it til I am face to face with You in heaven! Amen!

He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the hearts of men; yet they cannot fathom what God has done from beginning to end. ~Ecclesiastes 3:11

Zach's birthday

2009-10-03T17:24:00.003-04:00

My son is no longer a baby. On September 26th, he celebrated his 12th birthday at the Mrytle Beach. I am so blessed to have a son like him. He attends church faithfully and is very involved. He loves reading the Bible and learning about Christ. I pray he continues to go in the right path and grow up a Godly man. From those who havent seen Zach in a while...He is taller than me and is very intelligent. He is in the gifted and talented at school and makes honor roll. I recently went to a parent/teacher conference where I heard nothing but wonderful things! I am so proud of my son! I love you Zach!!!

Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it. ~Proverbs 22:6

Cowboy Church

2009-10-03T17:20:00.002-04:00

It's been a while since I blogged so here I am. Been busy with a lot of stuff. A couple of Thursdays ago I went to Cowboy Church and had a blast along with being fed by the word of God. Zach got to ride horses before service and join in on the youth group. It was a lot different than traditional church but WOW! Was it good! God and Pastor Jack did a wonderful job! I look forward to going back and of course riding horses!!! God bless you all!

God is always there!

2009-09-20T13:46:00.002-04:00

We all worry from time to time and we forget that God will take care of us. Yesterday is gone, you can't change it; Tomorrow is not here, you can't touch it. The only day you need to be concerned about is today. From this day forward let us let go and let God handle our worries. He knows what is best for us and for all God's children; it always works out for the good!

Matthew 6:34~ Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.

Isa 43:4~ I will be the same when you are old and gray and I will take care of you. I created you. I will carry you and will always keep you safe.

Psalm 118:24~ This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.

How the lost get found

2009-09-19T17:40:00.000-04:00

October 16th

2009-09-18T18:05:00.002-04:00

Won't be long!! Me and my friend were talking about the concert next month. TOBY MAC HERE WE COME!!! I got 4 tickets in hand and I am ready to go. Of course, this is one of Zach's birthday presents but I'm excited to be going! My mom and dad may not be able to go so I need to get 2 more people to go if they don't- either way...we are going. I am so glad that there are bands and singers who want to sing and play for God.

New beginnings and the praise goes to Lord!!!

2009-09-18T17:50:00.004-04:00

In the past month, my life had changed BIGTIME! I cleaned house and cleaned out my life. Sometimes you just to let go and let God. Out with the bad..in with the good! So many things are opening up for me and all I can say is thank you Lord! I'm excited for what God has opened up for me and what He has in store for me. Lord, no matter what I will not fall and I will always stay faithful and obedient! My enemies will stumble and fall at my feet! Thank you, Lord for protecting me and giving me the wisdom I need to get through life. No matter how hard the rain falls- I will stand strong! I will continue to shine in this world!

Sometimes you just gotta let it go......pray..and love at a distance

2009-09-07T16:14:00.004-04:00

Sometimes you just gotta let it go! You sit back and think about the things in life and look at all the clutter. You got to clean house once in awhile. Over the years you pick up people and things in your life that will cause you to drag and bring you down. You hear the whining and complaining to the point where the negativity starts to wear you down and no matter how you give them Biblical advice- they don't listen. As Pastor Jessie said in a sermon..." There will always be grumblers and complainers". God wants us to help people and He wants us to be happy. When you have done your best to redirect someone who is lost and they lash at you and bash you its time to let them go, pray for them, and love them at a distance. Never give up on them but love them from a distance. Of course if these people need help I am there but I refuse to listen to them complain all the time. Why complain? God has your back- you are in goods hands. Why complain about the things you don't have and sometimes complain about the things you do have.Pastor Russell explained to me people like this loves misery and we all know misery loves company. I refuse to be miserable. I love my life, I love my job, and I love the people in my life. I think I am overall content. It's God's will on how things turn out..not mine and it's God's time not mine. I have also come to realize...true friends are supportive..not jealous of you. Whatever you do to me or say about me..you say against God and do against God...I am a child of God and He is my Father and He will take care of me.

Philippians 2:14 ~Do all things without grumbling or questioning.

James 3:14-16 ~But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. This is not the wisdom that comes down from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice.

Psalm 27
1 The LORD is my light and my salvation—
whom shall I fear?
The LORD is the stronghold of my life—
of whom shall I be afraid?
2 When evil men advance against me
to devour my flesh,
when my enemies and my foes attack me,
they will stumble and fall.
3 Though an army besiege me,
my heart will not fear;
though war break out against me,
even then will I be confident.
4 One thing I ask of the LORD,
this is what I seek:
that I may dwell in the house of the LORD
all the days of my life,
to gaze upon the beauty of the LORD
and to seek him in his temple.
5 For in the day of trouble
he will keep me safe in his dwelling;
he will hide me in the shelter of his tabernacle
and set me high upon a rock.
6 Then my head will be exalted
above the enemies who surround me;
at his tabernacle will I sacrifice with shouts of joy;
I will sing and make music to the LORD.
7 Hear my voice when I call, O LORD;
be merciful to me and answer me.
8 My heart says of you, "Seek his face!"
Your face, LORD, I will seek.
9 Do not hide your face from me,
do not turn your servant away in anger;
you have been my helper.
Do not reject me or forsake me,
O God my Savior.
10 Though my father and mother forsake me,
the LORD will receive me.
11 Teach me your way, O LORD;
lead me in a straight path
because of my oppressors.
12 Do not turn me over to the desire of my foes,
for false witnesses rise up against me,
breathing out violence.
13 I am still confident of this:
I will see the goodness of the LORD
in the land of the living.
14 Wait for the LORD;
be strong and take heart
and wait for the LORD.

CHURCH IS NOT A CLUB!

2009-09-06T19:20:00.004-04:00

Something has been eating at me for a lil while now and I have prayed about it and I feel God wants to me to address because this is a ongoing issue all over...Why are there so many people who only go to church for the social status? They go for hook ups or just to hang out. As my Pastor Russell put it~ CHURCH IS NOT A CLUB! Its not just to go out to eat or hang with friends or make new ones its spending time in the word of God and fellowship. Its wonderful to go to church but don't go for the wrong reasons. When you go to church you are making a commitment to God. I know there are circumstances where going can be blocked such as sickness and death but anything else is no excuse. You know what time it starts so why not arrange your stuff around it and make sure people know going to church is a commitment you have made to God. A lot of people are missing the point of going to church. I know it does not take going to church to get you into heaven but don't make coming to church a way to increase your social status. It's wrong. People wonder why things are falling apart in their lives and wonder why when they pray God doesnt answer. If you don't give God time what more can you expect......? God has so much to offer.

Another year older....Thank you, Lord!

2009-09-01T17:23:00.007-04:00

September 3rd....Another year older...where has the year gone! So many changes over the past year. I was baptized on Feb 1, 2009 and Zach was recently baptized a couple of Sundays ago. Life has been good to me...God has been wonderful to me. I am proud of who I am and who I am becoming as I get older. I am proud of the direction I am going in thanks to Jesus Christ. No matter what the devil throws me I am strong in my faith. So many experiences in the last year have made me stronger. I thank God I have wonderful friends and family in my life! As I get older I'm not getting so down and out about it..actually I look forward to getting older. Thanks to Zach he pointed out some gray strands of hair.. and it's ok. In the upcoming year I know God will be with me everyday and He will be there through every sunny day and every storm. I praise you everyday, Lord! I look forward to all the new beginnings ahead!!! The Lord has so much in store for me and I can't wait!!!

Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life. ~Proverbs 16:31

Do you have the time?

2009-08-23T19:49:00.003-04:00

How many times do we use the words " I don't have time" or "I am too busy to make time". More than some of us know. God always has time for us...why can't we make time for Him? He is with us from day in and day out but we allow ourselves to be wrapped up in the world that the hands of time doesn't allow to give God the time he wants. We tell others we were too busy to come to church or read our Bible or even spend quiet time with Christ...was Jesus too busy to die for your sins? The devil will make us use every excuse not to spend time with God. I know...I use to do it. When I get up on Sunday morning I am tired...but I get up and to church and before long I feel revived and full of energy because I am fed with the word of God. Wednesday nights can be tough after I have spend a full day at work then come home and prepare for the next day- But I go to Bible study. Don't allow the devil to make excuses and keep you from spending time with God and forming a strong relationship with God. The less we spend with God is more time the devil has to come into our lives and cause havoc. Don't give the devil a chance...God bless!

Bee Blessed !

2009-08-19T17:52:00.007-04:00

As some of you know..I have been interested in beekeeping. I have ordered many catalogs and done so much research and I think I am ready. I will order my stuff and be ready for spring. Wish me luck! I was lucky to get a shot of one honey bee sitting on the tip of my finger. I spend time in the afternoons with them and watch them feed and fly. They seem to not mind as I watch. I usually sit about 2 feet away and enjoy. Some will land on me and walk up my arm and others will fly around me. I keep the feeders filled with sugar water and sometimes it takes 3-4 fill ups!! This is going to be an interesting and exciting hobby!! I asked God for honey bees and Boy! Did He give me plenty! They come in swarms now! Lord, I praise you for this blessing!

BAPTISM

2009-08-17T18:25:00.003-04:00

Glory be to God! Zachary got baptized yesterday at church. I am so proud of my son wanting to follow in the path of God. He wants to be involved in the church and he wants to do everything to glorify God. It means so much to see a young person want to do right in this world and be a shining light for the Lord!
Non-believers have taken God out of schools, the government and Lord only knows where else they are heading. Lord, have mercy for nonbelievers for they do not yet know of your love. I pray they seek You and ask You into their hearts. I for one will not sit down and be quiet. God made me to be a shining light in this dark world. So many people will not speak or witness to others about God because they think they will offend. If you are afraid to stand up for Jesus Christ and what you believe in then you have major issues...Faith without works MEAN NOTHING! I will not shut up. I will continue to glow as God wants me to.
Now is the time to get right or get left.......Amen!

Glory be to God!

2009-08-14T21:58:00.003-04:00

I am so excited! I was asked earlier this week to help with a program at church to help young girls grow in their faith. After praying about it..I said yes. We are not certain what age group we will be teaching but hopefully it will be the smaller children. I also volunteered to help in the nursery when needed. I love helping people and doing anything to glorify the Lord!
I am very proud of who I am and who I am becoming. A few years ago, people wouldn't have thought I would be the person I am today. I'm glad I gave my heart, life and soul to Jesus Christ. He is my light and my salvation! The past year has been so wonderful. Life is good...God is good...All the time. The Lord can bring so many positive changes in someone's life as He has for me. I give you praise, Lord!

I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. ~Philippians 4:13

Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven. ~ Matthew 5:16

Nobody is perfect.....BUT!!!

2009-08-10T21:37:00.003-04:00

Over the past few days I have seen things that really make me shake my head. The title of this blog says it all. Nobody is perfect when it comes to blocking out sin BUT!! The question I ask is if you know it is wrong and you do it... why do you do it?? If you can sit in church and nod your head in agreement of the word then go do the opposite and say oh I can do it and God will forgive me..why bother? Try to do it up right the first time. We all make mistakes and again no one is perfect but we can try to do our best to obey God right? In Bible study we talked about faith and its work. What good is faith when you have no works? When I gave myself to the Lord I gave up the old. I changed the way I thought and the things I did. I don't listen to the same music as I did and I don't have some of the same friends. The old me is gone. I'm not perfect by no means but I do try. When the Holy spirit tells me I am about to do something wrong...I listen. I do my best to be obedient. I stumble and sometimes I fall but I try to do my best to be what God wants me to be... let's think about things before we do it..if you know it is wrong...then don't do it. Do your best to be who God wants you to be and do your best to do the things God wants you to do.

Carry your cross

2009-08-09T15:46:00.004-04:00

Whatever your cross,
whatever your pain,
There will always be sunshine,
after the rain ....
Perhaps you may stumble,
perhaps even fall,
But God's always ready,
To answer your call ...
He knows every heartache,
sees every tear,
A word from His lips,
can calm every fear ...
Your sorrows may linger,
throughout the night,
But suddenly vanish,
dawn's early light ...
The Savior is waiting,
somewhere above,
To give you His grace,
and to send you His love ..
Whatever your cross,
whatever your pain,
"God always sends rainbows ....
after the rain ... "

I give it all to you, Lord!

2009-08-07T20:15:00.001-04:00

I always feel like somebody's watching me....

2009-08-07T17:16:00.007-04:00

God knows your every thought and your every move. No matter how we think we can hide things from other people....He sees you. What is done in secret is best not done at all. People will do things they know they shouldn't and go to church on Sunday and act like they never did anything wrong. How can they do this?? We have to live a clean life everyday not just on Sundays and Wednesdays. Instead of going out drinking with family and friends and partying....talk with God..get to know Him not just when you need help and times are bad. Be careful what you do and think...God is watching....do things that glorify Him not you! Let the love of God shine through you and be the person God wants you to be.

The eyes of the LORD are in every place, keeping watch upon the evil and the good. ~Proverbs 15:3

Therefore, whether YOU are eating or drinking or doing anything else, do all things for God’s glory. ~ 1 Corinthians 10:31

Don't worry..Be holy

2009-08-02T13:38:00.003-04:00

Blessings to all! Today was an awesome service in church. My pastor said something that really made me think about things and people and I want to share this. I have learned so much about myself and about life from Jesus Christ and the more I learn the more thankful I am.

If we seek happiness we will never find it until we become holy. God is the only one who can give us true happiness through eternal life. We all want to be happy and be comfortable in life, BUT, when we think we are happy and comfortable we tend to want more and the void is yet to be filled. Seek holiness rather than happiness. Having a relationship with God will fill all the void and you will be happy. Material things will mean nothing when you are gone from this earth. Live in the world but don't depend on the world to make you happy. I would rather live spiritually happy than materialistically happy. The treasures in heaven are worth far more than the junk here on earth.

In everything you do, put God first, and He will direct you and crown your efforts with success. Always put God first! Don't count your blessings while whining about the things you don't have. If you do you are not truly thanking God for what you have..you are whining. When we put God first everything will fall into place. It may be a better job, more money, a house, a car, whatever your heart desires but always but Him first. Be truly thankful, be content and ALWAYS put God first. I see so this going on so many times and I have been guilty of it also. Nothing will quite go right until you give all to the Lord and put Him first!

Why we go to Church?

2009-08-01T13:27:00.004-04:00

Why do we go to church? I love going to church and I love the fellowship and most of all I love worshiping the Lord. It irritates me to no end when I see and hear people going to church for a popularity contest, going to see what others are wearing or to "hook up" whether it be for business or to find a date. I go to church to be fed the word. We are there for fellowship and worship. So many people have lost the meaning to going to church- it's unreal.

Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching ~Hebrews 10:25.

Think about it. When the last day comes God will not care what business you are in, how you look, or your popularity. It's not who you are..it's how you lived. If you are going to church for the wrong reasons..you have issues and you need to think about it. Don't go to church for selfish reasons go to fellowship and worship God.

Stand Up and Stand Out!

2009-07-30T16:36:00.002-04:00

Have you ever thought that what you do doesn't matter? It does...if you touch one person at a time you are making a difference. You are an example! Be proud! Continue to work for the good of God for your deeds will not go overlooked. Be the light God wants you to be - Shine bright in a dark world that you were born to stand out in..not fit into! I may get laughed at...cursed..but when you are sharing the word and they do this they are not making fun of you..they are making fun of God and denying Him. In the end they will be faced and held accountable. So everyone out there continue to share the word of God, help others, and be the Christian God wants you to be! No matter how dark the world gets ~SHINE!! SHINE YOUR LIGHT AND PRAISE GOD!!!

Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven. ~ Matthew 5:16

Be Content and Trust in the Lord

2009-07-27T19:19:00.003-04:00

As I was checking out at the grocery store I heard a girl complaining about having to get up every morning and go to work and they didnt pay her enough. As I listened she continued to say how she loathed her job and how she is going to tell her boss off and quit. I was thinking so many would love to have that job to provide at least a little for their family. She is so into the world where she feels that the world is more important than anything. As I stood there I prayed...Lord, help this girl. I pray that she finds you Lord and lives to be content with faith in you. Amen! Be content with the things you have and not jealous of what others have. Be thankful you have a job, be thankful you have food on the table, be thankful you have a home to go to, be thankful you have a car to drive, be thankful you wake up everyday, be thankful that God is with you every minute. So many people do without everyday...why complain?? Everyday you can hear people complain all over about the things they don't have...be thankful of the things you do have..someday you may not have it. The next time the need to complain comes up think about all the homeless people and all the kids who don't have food. This is something we all including me need to practice. Be blessed!

Philippians 2:14~ Do all things without grumbling or questioning.

1 Timothy 6-8~ But Godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.

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.
Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful world
as it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make all things right
if I surrender to His Will;
That I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with Him
Forever in the next.
Amen.

--Reinhold Niebuhr

Honey where are you???

2009-07-21T22:39:00.002-04:00

The other day my mom calls me outside to show me bees on the hummingbird feeder. Well I thought it was going to be bumble bees or yellow jackets but it was honey bees! More than a dozen of them flying around. This was so cool. As some of you know I would love to become a beekeeper and have been reading up on it. My son was laughing telling me " You wanted honey bees...you got them!" I sat for a while and watched them fly around and well I had to be daring and brave. I poured hummingbird nectar in the palm of my hand and what do you know!!! Several flew on my hand and drank the nectar. Yes, I know...I'm crazy! For the past two days the bees have been coming back to drink. We keep fresh nectar around and I have spotted some of the bees taking up on some flowers. Now if I can only find the hive..maybe there is some honey....?

Watermelon Festival 2009

2009-07-18T16:05:00.004-04:00

Evening ya'll! We went on a family outing to Pageland, SC for their annual Watermelon Festival. This is the second year of going. The parade was filled with tricked out rides, horses, Shriner's performers, bands and so much to list. As we sat on the curbside watching the parade groups of people were walking up and down the sides handing out things. A group was handing out Bibles. I thought WOW! This is so great! A few floats were by local churches and they were beautiful! It makes me feel good that there are people and churches who get out and do this kind of stuff to spread the word. We all have to admit that this world is getting worse each day. It was awesome to see this kind of thing going. After the parade, we went to the vendors, of course!!!! So much food and fun!!!! HUGE turkey legs, funnel cakes, hamburgers, hot dogs, nachos just to name a few. Me and Zach walked to the craft side while my parents were strolling along. I bought a beautiful large framed print of a lighthouse for a very good price, along with some tshirts and Zach got a cartoonature done. While walking we noticed a lot of booths that were Christ related. Such a beautiful site!!! Its amazing in this dark world we live in that there are so many bright shining lights. Today was truly a blessing not because I spent it with my family but that I spent it with God. I look forward to going back next year!

2009-07-13T18:57:00.004-04:00

I love reading some of my friend's inspirational words. My friend Van writes words so beautifully and I admire her so much. When I need encouragement I can always go to her page and find positive words. I am posting her work to share with others as she wants it to be. She is a very beautiful person and a true woman of God....someone I look up to as I walk in my journey.

As I spent time with God Monday night....I kept seeing this old dirt road which led into a woods(struggles).I felt like God wanted me to share with others how we should travel this dirt road that will eventually lead us to our own personal destination, planned by Him.
As we travel along life's dirt road, struggles will come our way. God says, "Do not look to the left or to the right, don't even look ahead until you've looked above."
Sometimes we just look ahead and start running, without looking above, to the Almighty one for His guidance. We just run on ahead as we know we shouldn't focus on the darkness around us. But sometimes we tend to want to get through a circumstance so fast, we forget to Stop and BE STILL to see what God has planned and how He wants us to deal with it. What does He want us to learn or what does He want someone else to learn as they watch us as we patiently,joyfully and never wavering in our faith go through a struggle.
So remember look above to Him, the Almighty one. The one who knows best. The one who will turn what was meant for bad into good. Give Him your praise as He pours down His mercy and grace. Look above as He shines His light on your dirt path to see you through the woods(struggles). Your struggles will look dim in compared to His light.
Have a blessed journey
Veneldia J Hummel

Toby Mac here we come!!!! 4 tickets in hand! Oh yea!!

2009-07-01T10:30:00.006-04:00

HOT DOG!!! Tickets went on sale at 10 am and after 20 minutes of busy signal- I GOT THROUGH!!!! YAY!!!! I got 5th row seats section FF on the Grand Strand floor- Good seats!!! This is part of Zach's birthday. I called him and he screamed with excitement! I'm excited too. This is our first concert and I am sure there will be many more! Some friends of mine Amy and Chris are going to be going too they are a few rows closer. I told her I would wave to them. It's going to be so much fun!!! So we will see you in October in Columbia Toby!!!! Toby Mac here we come!!!!

Where do I go from here....

2009-06-27T20:52:00.007-04:00

Been awhile since I wrote in my blog...where do I begin. Everything has been falling into place as God wants it to and I can't complain. Even though I have had the occasional drama it's been good. Over the past couple of weeks, I have thought about a lot of things and prayed about a lot of things also. I have slipped away from my spiritual maintanence and boy! am I paying for it!! At night I use to sit and read my Bible or a Christian book but instead I have been tangled up in the drama of people. I have realized that some people you just can't change and it's not worth losing sleep over. I was looking at my Bible in Sunday school today and I turned on 2 Thessalonians 1:6 God is just: He will pay back trouble to those who trouble you 7 and give relief to you who are troubled, and to us as well. As you and I know, God's words are as good as gold- the Bible is his words. Lately, I have let people tear at me with comments and the stirring up of trouble. Is it worth me causing myself to slip back into my old self? (some of you know my old self- not pretty!!) No, not at all. I've come too far! There will always be those who will redicule me and crucify me for what I believe in, my relationships, who I am and so forth due to jealousy and drama. My focus needs to be on God from now on. Like I said I have come to far to slip. I need to make more time to have talks with God. My new motto is "Think Less; Pray more!" People will try to take your focus off God so it's important that you stay focused and not worry about what others say or do. As Edwin says "Don't sweat the small stuff: God will take care of it!"

Let it go!!!

2009-06-16T18:32:00.005-04:00

I have posted this before and I think its a great reminder. Something we should keep in mind everyday. Enjoy!

If you are holding on to something that doesn't belong to you and was never intended for your life, then you need to......
LET IT GO!!!
If you are holding on to past hurts and pains ......
LET IT GO!!!
If someone can't treat you right, love you back, and see your worth .....
LET IT GO!!!
If someone has angered you
LET IT GO!!!
If you are holding on to some thoughts of evil and revenge......
LET IT GO!!!
If you are involved in a wrong relationship or addiction......
LET IT GO!!!
If you are holding on to a job that no longer meets your needs or talents
LET IT GO!!!
If you have a bad attitude .......
LET IT GO!!!
If you keep judging others to make yourself feel better......
LET IT GO!!!
If you are struggling with the healing of a broken relationship.......
LET IT GO!!!
If you keep trying to help someone who won't even try to help themselves......
LET IT GO!!!
If you're feeling depressed and stressed
LET IT GO!!!
If there is a particular situation that you are so used to handling yourself and God is saying "take your hands off of it," then you need to......
LET IT GO!!!
Get Right or Get Left. Think about it, and then
LET IT GO!!!
The battle is the Lord's not yours! Pray and let it go....

Eval and Treat as Indicated per God's Orders

2009-06-16T07:22:00.006-04:00

For those of you in the medical field you have seen this type of order...Eval and Tx per MD orders. Spiritual maintenance sometimes requires us to step back..look...evaluate..and treat or fix the situation with the help of God. If we don't keep our spiritual maintenance up like we keep maintenance up on anything else it falls apart. I have fallen short of doing this which is my own fault. I finished a book entitled Traveling Light by Max Lucado. I must say it taught me alot! I highly recommend!!! It took Psalm 23 and broke it down with a meaning for each verse teaching us the burdens we were not intended to carry. So many burdens we carry like bags. The burden of worry, the burden of guilt, burden of the grave (Exodus 33:14), the burden of fear (Luke 22:42), the burden of envy (Proverbs 6:34)(Proverbs 14:30) to name a few. After reading it I realized I carry so many burdens and for what reason..only for the devil to drag me down. I shouldn't worry about who is saying what or who is doing what. God has my back no matter what. It doesn't matter who is jealous of me or who is working against me. Those people poison themselves in their actions and words. I too have been guilty of this at times. I don't want that baggage on me whether I carry it or give it to someone else to carry. Anyone who has troubles should pray (James 5:13). God has so many things in store for all His children, there is no need to take on a burden that you were never intended to bear. Also, never think you can do it alone; God is always with you waiting for you to ask for help and He is always happy to help His child. Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28) And I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever (Psalm 23:6). Give up the burdens...let go..let God! When the signs and symptoms of burdens come...Evaluate...and treat as indicated per God's orders. Remember God is only a prayer away.

Still a work in progress

2009-06-10T21:26:00.004-04:00

This is the class I have been in for a few weeks at church. I have learned a lot about ministry and learned a lot about myself also. Last week and this week we went over our spiritual gifts. My strongest gift is discernment among a few. Every week is a new learning experience as well as a spiritual experience. The more I learn and walk with God the more I feel better and understand what God's will is for me. Whatever your will Lord..I shall follow.

Back to being a social butterfly

2009-06-06T19:24:00.002-04:00

After years of not being involved in any community outings or clubs, I have joined the Red Hat Society again. I was lucky to find a chapter that had an opening. I was in it for a while years ago and loved it. We went out to different restaurants and did fun stuff. I got to meet new people and become friend with some gals! Of course, me being under 50 , I will be dressed in pink and lavender. One day I hope to start my own chapter. This is going to be so much fun!!!!

So proud!!

2009-06-06T13:18:00.004-04:00

My son graduated from elementary June 2nd. Today he got the rest of his awards in the mail. They consisted of Honor Roll, A.C.E, President's Award, Computer Award, Duke University to name a few. I am so proud of him. I was talking to a friend of mine about Zach and she said I have done a good job of raising him. I think so myself and I have God to thank for that! Being a single mom is tough but its a rewarding job. I love my son and I want the best for him! The summer is going to filled with so much stuff to do along with the mini road trips we have planned. He will taking some distance learning courses from Duke. Busy he will be. I just can't believe my baby is growing up. High School is around the corner...then college. He is growing up to be a good Christian man with good values. Thank you Jesus! I am very proud of him and look forward to seeing him succeed!

Someday.....I will hold you in my arms

2009-06-01T18:44:00.003-04:00

I knew you before I formed you in your mother’s womb. Jeremiah 1:5

My dear little one,
June 19, 2009 will be a year since I lost you. My heart still grieves. I remember the day I took the pregnancy test and saw I was pregnant. I was scared..excited...all the above other than being selfish like your father- I was having a baby! My first appt was on June 19, 2008, I was alone. I looked at you on the ultrasound and could see the buds where your arms and your legs were developing and I could see the little black dots where your eyes were going to be but there was no heartbeat. My heart broke into a million pieces. You had passed in early development. I was all alone to go through losing you. My heart ached, I wanted to feel something else besides hurt. You were my baby!I have forgiven your father for all the mean things he said and how he wanted me to abort you or give you up. I have forgiven him for everything but I know he will have to ask for forgiveness himself. You were not going to be kept a secret like I was from everyone. You were mine, my baby. You were due around January 19th of this year. You would be in my arms if you were here. I know someday I will get to see you and hold you. I have asked God why would He take you from me. I still have no answer..Someday I will know why and I know things happen for a reason- God makes no mistakes. When I tried to talk to your father he brushed me off. I asked him how did he cope with it and he replied I try not to think about it. I cannot help to think about you! It has gotten better but I still wonder what you would have looked like and what you would have been- a boy or girl. The help of others and the church has gotten me through a lot. Your father may not have wanted you but I did! Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. This year I am going to plant a yellow rose in your memory. Your father gave me an angel charm and told me it was his version of the rose. Even though your father was selfish and mean I wear it in memory of you. I want you to know I love you and I can't wait to see you someday. I know you are in the safest place anyone can be and you are in better hands. I love you my lil angel!!!!
Love,
Mommy

Charlotte Knights- My first baseball game!

2009-05-24T19:33:00.004-04:00

Today Zach and I went to our first baseball game with Lynn. We had a wonderful time despite the rain clouds that came by once in awhile. The game was great! I loved when the children came out onto the field and ran around. Caroline, one of the mascots (above) scared the living daylights out of me by sneaking up on me. After scaring me, I asked if she would take a pic with Zach. As you see....He loved it! As for food- Nothing beats a hot dog at a baseball game!! Best in the world! Before leaving Zach got a baseball and bat along with a cap. We look forward to going again! It was a lil rough on the way home. Rain poured to the point at times it was not visible to see the car ahead but we three made it home safe and sound. I thank God I am able to have opportunities to spend time with my family and friends. By the way, Charlotte Knights won!! YAY!!! Lord, thank you for allowing me to spend time with people in my life. I thank you, Lord for protecting us as I drove us home in the pouring rain. Amen!

Ladies in Christ

2009-05-24T19:27:00.004-04:00

On May 14th, a few members of our Sunday school class went bowling. (Yes I know I am slack on putting this up- I'm catching up!) We had a blast!! Even though we weren't that good but we had a fun. It's so nice to have people to hang with that have a strong faith in Christ as well as being positive. Everyone needs positivity in their life. I enjoy doing things with the girls from church (Ladies in Christ is what we are called). I plan on becoming more involved in meetings and groups. I love going to PDBC!!!!! I look forward to hanging with the girls- they are awesome!!! Lord, thank you for good Christian friends, friends I can look to and grow with. It's a blessing to have positive people in my life and to have people who believe in you. Continue to bless me with good Christian friends in my life. Amen!

Me Vs. The World

2009-05-17T15:15:00.004-04:00

. I have to admit I have let myself slide. The past couple of weeks I haven't been focused on God like I should. I let myself get caught up in the drama of wickedness by other people. Sometimes I let people's words and actions take control of how I feel and what I do. I get angry and depressed because I feel like I am not good enough. I realize I am a child of God. He is there to protect me. I may not be good enough in others eyes but in the eye of God I am good enough. As long as I set an example and follow his words I will always be good enough. I cannot fix everything and make it a better but I can do my best to be the woman God wants me to be and live the way He wants me to live. There will always be wickedness but as a Christian I need to put my spiritual armor on and know God is my protection. In the end, I will stand strong. Only thing that separates me and the evil of the world is the cross. I would rather be on the side of Jesus Christ than to have to answer to the wrong doings of this world. The past 2 days I have spent a lot of time with God and asked that He forgive me for going astray and protect me and guide me. No matter what God is always there to protect me. Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven ~Matthew 5:16. No matter who trespasses against me Dear Lord, I will not fall for you give me strength and courage! Amen!
Psalm 27
1 The LORD is my light and my salvation;
Whom shall I fear?
The LORD is the defense of my life;
Whom shall I dread?
2 When evildoers came upon me to devour my flesh,
My adversaries and my enemies, they stumbled and fell.
3 Though a host encamp against me,
My heart will not fear;
Though war arise against me,
In spite of this I shall be confident.
4 One thing I have asked from the LORD, that I shall seek:
That I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life,
To behold the beauty of the LORD
And to meditate in His temple.
5 For in the day of trouble He will conceal me in His tabernacle;
In the secret place of His tent He will hide me;
He will lift me up on a rock.
6 And now my head will be lifted up above my enemies around me,
And I will offer in His tent sacrifices with shouts of joy;
I will sing, yes, I will sing praises to the LORD.
7 Hear, O LORD, when I cry with my voice,
And be gracious to me and answer me.
8 When You said, “Seek My face,” my heart said to You,
“Your face, O LORD, I shall seek.”
9 Do not hide Your face from me,
Do not turn Your servant away in anger;
You have been my help;
Do not abandon me nor forsake me,
O God of my salvation!
10 For my father and my mother have forsaken me,
But the LORD will take me up.
11 Teach me Your way, O LORD,
And lead me in a level path
Because of my foes.
12 Do not deliver me over to the desire of my adversaries,
For false witnesses have risen against me,
And such as breathe out violence.
13 I would have despaired unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the LORD
In the land of the living.
14 Wait for the LORD;
Be strong and let your heart take courage;
Yes, wait for the LORD.

God is good....All the time!

2009-05-10T00:07:00.007-04:00

Lately my life is blossoming into something so beautiful! I don't worry about anything and put all things in God's hands. I know that I cannot always change people and the situation. Sometimes, I do have to remind myself that God is in control and not me. When I ask for something; I ask God to give me what he wants me to have. I have a wonderful life and I am very blessed with family, friends, and the love of my life. I could not ask for more other than for God to continue to bless my life as I praise His name, to glorify Him in every way! Thank you, Lord, for the many blessings you have given me and the blessings to come. Thank you Lord for a wonderful son and sending me a good Christian man in my life. Lord, you are so good to me. Through my trials and tribulations you are there to lift me and wipe away the tears. I thank you and I praise you! God you are good ...All the time!

God bless all the mothers in the world!

2009-05-09T19:47:00.004-04:00

A woman goes through a lot in this world. We are wives, mothers, friends, workers, healers, and followers of God. Being a mother is a very rewarding yet sometimes stressful job. We serve the Lord as we care for our family. Each day, we ask God to help us care for our family and to give us strength. May God bless all the Mothers in the world!!! Happy Mother's Day!

Proverbs 31:10-31

10 An excellent wife who can find?
She is far more precious than jewels.
11 The heart of her husband trusts in her,
and he will have no lack of gain.
12 She does him good, and not harm,
all the days of her life.
13 She seeks wool and flax,
and works with willing hands.
14 She is like the ships of the merchant;
she brings her food from afar.
15 She rises while it is yet night
and provides food for her household
and portions for her maidens.
16 She considers a field and buys it;
with the fruit of her hands she plants a vineyard.
17 She dresses herself [5] with strength
and makes her arms strong.
18 She perceives that her merchandise is profitable.
Her lamp does not go out at night.
19 She puts her hands to the distaff,
and her hands hold the spindle.
20 She opens her hand to the poor
and reaches out her hands to the needy.
21 She is not afraid of snow for her household,
for all her household are clothed in scarlet. [6]
22 She makes bed coverings for herself;
her clothing is fine linen and purple.
23 Her husband is known in the gates
when he sits among the elders of the land.
24 She makes linen garments and sells them;
she delivers sashes to the merchant.
25 Strength and dignity are her clothing,
and she laughs at the time to come.
26 She opens her mouth with wisdom,
and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.
27 She looks well to the ways of her household
and does not eat the bread of idleness.
28 Her children rise up and call her blessed;
her husband also, and he praises her:
29 “Many women have done excellently,
but you surpass them all.”
30 Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain,
but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.
31 Give her of the fruit of her hands,
and let her works praise her in the gates.

We are who we are and we stand proud!

2009-04-28T20:35:00.004-04:00

Ever wonder when you go to church if when the world ends that who is there will be there in Heaven? So many are lost...the reality of it is that some of those people will never make it. The world tries to shape us in a form that is outside God's law and everyday is a struggle. Trust in Him and He will protect you. We need to be obedient to God and separate ourselves from the world. I was watching a TV show and on this show the question came up "Would you die for your beliefs?" Well my answer is Yes! I will not deny Christ in order to conform to the world's rules. This world has nothing for me. I was seeing a guy in the past and all he talked about was making money...how money would buy freedom..You can save money but money won't save you from hell. I may not be rich but my heart is full of God's love and that is worth more than any man's money. All the money in the world will not buy your way into God's Kingdom. I like nice things but I am not a materialistic person and never will be. The treasures God is saving for me in His kingdom is worth more than anything on this earth. Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior, never will I deny You! No matter if I stumble or I fall, You are there! Thank you, Jesus! This world has nothing but God has it all!

This little light of mine..

2009-04-27T21:42:00.003-04:00

It has become my nighttime ritual to talk with my son about Jesus, read the Bible with him, say our prayers then...me do my Bible study, spend some quiet time with God, and say my prayers. Everyday, the light shines brighter through me and I have Jesus to thank for that. No matter how someone or something tries to bring me down my light shines even brighter! I will continue to let God shine through me no matter what! Amen!

Take me as I am...

2009-04-25T21:50:00.005-04:00

As women we all want to look our best and we all as humans want to be accepted for whatever reason. For years, I have tried to be the best I can be to everyone around me, bending over backwards, allowing someone to take me for granted and using me. I wanted to be accepted by others as well as loved but....I realized no matter how I try I fell short on accepting myself and being the best I can be for God. All that matters is that I do as God wants me to do and be the person He wants me to be. My life doesn't need to meet anyone else requirements but God's. I am a child of God and a woman of Faith and proud of it! Psalm 17:8 Keep me as the apple of your eye; hide me in the shadow of your wings.

Beautiful day!!

2009-04-25T20:17:00.003-04:00

This is my favorite place to be when I need time to think. Love to go there and sit under the tree and just watch the water. On the other side there is a creek so nice and quiet. I am looking forward to taking someone there for a picnic.
It's a nice place to go and think and just talk to God for awhile. No one to bother you. I think everyone should have a place to go to mediate and talk with God. I did a lot of thinking today and of course a lot of praying. I am leaving it in God's hands. He knows what is best for me.

Nice to meet you!!

2009-04-24T22:02:00.003-04:00

I have noticed many visitors from all over to visit my blog. Awesome! If you would please introduce yourself and tell me a little about yourself. I love to meet new friends!!!! I am very happy that I have so many to visit!! God bless you all!

Ask and you shall receive...

2009-04-24T20:13:00.006-04:00

Till now have you asked nothing in my name: ask, and you shall receive, that your joy may be full- John 16:24. I John 4:18- There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear has punishment. He who fears is not made perfect in love. Ever want something but you are afraid. There is something I am going to pray for and if it is God's will for me to have then so be it. I do not ask for much and what I do ask for is usually for someone else. God is awesome and He will never lead me in the wrong direction. I have faith and I trust in Him. Lord, if this is meant to be, then take from my heart, the fear, and let a new beginning flourish into something beautiful. Amen.

For we walk by faith, not by sight- 2 Corinthians 5:7

2009-04-24T11:54:00.004-04:00

No matter what the situation, God is always there for us. He will never give us more than we can handle. Always remember that. Have faith and trust in Him. He will provide you what you need. Blessed are all they that put their trust in him -Psalms 2:12. In everything you do, put God first, and he will direct you and crown your efforts with success. Proverbs 3:6.

2009-04-23T17:24:00.002-04:00

Since my journey began, my life has taken a new turn. I still stumble as we all do, I am not perfect. My life has changed for the better and I can't thank Jesus Christ enough other than being obedient and follow God's words. I look back on my life and think wow..look where I was. I went through so much and yet I am here. Through the lies and the darkness, Jesus was always there. I am very proud of who I am and who I am becoming. I have learned to put God first and ALWAYS make time for God. In everything you do, put God first, and he will direct you and crown your efforts with success. Proverbs 3:6. The Lord will never guide me wrong.

What a beautiful day the Lord has made!

2009-04-23T17:07:00.002-04:00

Wow today has been so beautiful. I am off today and tomorrow and I am enjoying it beyond limits. Dana called an in service today and well to our surprise she gave everyone a bag with our names embroidered on it and we enjoyed sugary sweets. The card itself made me cry. I can say this...I LOVE MY BOSS! I thank God everyday for her! I do thank God for Alison too! We are all able to laugh and have fun and still be serious about our profession. I love being a MDS nurse. I have spent much of the day outside and it has been wonderful. Nice to wear halter tops and enjoy the sun. It has been a let the sunroof back kinda day. Thank you, Lord! Zach is outside playing with Bonnie, our boxer. I was planning to spend the weekend at the beach (or in Newberry) but the beach is on fire..yes I said it. A fire broke out and part of the South Carolina coast is on fire. I pray that everyone gets out safe and the fire depts can get it under control. Lord, I don't ask for much but a little rain for those people would be very nice! Amen! I hope everyone has a wonderful and blessed day!!

The Lord's Prayer

2009-04-19T13:01:00.002-04:00

Get right or get left....

2009-04-18T21:42:00.002-04:00

Every time you turn on the news, it's almost always bad news about our economy, crime and so forth. So many people ask, "Well, if there was a God, why is He letting this happen?" or they make comments about not believing in God because of all the things that have happened. This really saddens me. If it weren't for Jesus Christ dying on the cross for us we wouldn't be here. God is good to all of us. It is up to us to be obedient and walk with Him. We have allowed God to be taken out of schools, work, and our government. What is next? Freedom of religion...I respect any one's beliefs for that is what they were brought up in but until they find Jesus they will never know. Jesus fought for us, why not fight for and with Him? My pastor has repeatedly said find one person to share Jesus Christ with. From this day forward, let's share the word of God and touch one person at a time. I know this will make a difference. I found this verse that truly goes along with this post. I pray that our President finds Jesus and make changes that Glorify God and not himself....We will continue to pray for the lost.

Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD... Psalm 33:12