SpringTime???

Now it has gotten cool again. Guess we can expect that, huh? Well, I said I would post some more pics of the flowers that I seen popping their little heads up, so...... here they are:

crocuses

daffodils

johnny jump ups (violas)

Psalm 37:3-5

Trust in the Lord, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed.

Delight thyself also in the Lord; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.

I Peter 5:7

Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Psalm 40:4

Blessed is that man that maketh the Lord his trust.

"Help me Lord to trust you like I should in every area and circumstance of my life"

The Faithfulness of God

1) Oh, look at the faithfulness of Christ, our Lord, How he saves and keeps the soul, Who trusts in his majesty and standeth on his word, Shall be safe while the billows roll.

cho) Oh, trust in God, Oh, trust in God, Oh, trust in God Oh, trust in the faithful God.

2) Oh, look at the universe that he has made; See the twinkling worlds on high; Alone on his fiat are these mighty planets stayed, Then we know he can never lie.

3) The word he hath spoken shall forever stand, It will never pass away; By it were the heavens made, the sea and all the land, It is surely the same today.

4) The Lord - he is faithful to bestow on us "Life and breath, yea, and all things," But chiefly his saving grace and pure righteousness, Oh, what peace, love, and joy it brings.

B.E. Warren

Until next time.... I hope each one has a wonderful day and weekend :-)

I'd Never Miss Heaven For The World

Since the weather has warmed I have noticed some pretty little flowers blooming. Here is a picture of the "johnny jump ups" that volunteer each year in my back yard. They are so pretty...... just spread everywhere. Isn't God good to let us enjoy these? I also took some pics of the crocuses and daffodils (may post some of them later). But for now.......

1) Beyond the borders of time there's a beautiful land. The Word of God its glory unfurled. And by the grace of God I someday will call it my home. I'd never miss heaven for the world.

Cho) I'd never miss seeing Jesus. I'd never miss seeing loved ones who've gone on before. I'd never trade forever for a few days down here. I'd never miss heaven for the world.

2) As for me and my house we will serve the Lord. Tho' things of earth may try to allure. For the smile of God means more than earths brief glittering day. I'd never miss heaven for the world.

I John 2:15-17

15) Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.

16) For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of this world.

17) And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth forever.

Romans 12 1-2

1) I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.

2) And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

I Peter 2:11

Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul.

Galatians 5:16 This I say then, walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh.

Galatians 5:24

And they that are Christ's have crucified (or put to death) the flesh with the affections and lusts.

Titus 2:11-12

11) For the grace of god that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men.

12) Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world.

John 15:18-19

18) If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you.

19) If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you.

"I have left all the world to follow Jesus. Never backward to its follies will I turn. Oh, I'm on my upward way and it's brighter everyday. I have left all the world to follow Jesus"

I Know......

Thank God there are some things we can know. This Evening Light song has been on my mind lately and is very encouraging.

1) I know on whom my faith is fixed, I know in whom I trust. I know that Christ abides in me, and all His ways are just.

Cho) I know on whom my faith is fixed, His mercy has set me free. I know that He will safely keep and His love is sweet to me.

2) Let scoffers scoff, let scorners sneer, my heart is full of peace. They cannot take the joy I feel, nor make my hope to cease.

3) They cannot quench the fire of love that burns within my breast. Nor break that tender fellowship, that makes my life so blest.

4) They cannot bring again the sins the blood has washed away. Nor make my heart like stone once more, nor turn to night my day.

5) I know God is, I know His word unfailing meets each test. I calmly face a hostile world, with soul and mind at rest.

II Timothy 3:14 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them;

When Compared To God

Sometimes we face trials in our life that seem so enormous and impossible. But when we consider our Heavenly Father, how He cares for us and His power they seem to come "down in size". It is so easy in our human thinking to try to figure things out and wonder why God allows circumstances to arise in our life but always remember all things work together for good to them that love God. Sometimes He calms the storm and sometimes He calms us and lets the storm rage on. No matter which one He chooses, rest assured, He will bring you safely through. So today..... compare your "giants" to God and they won't seem so "giant" anymore:-)

When Compared To God

1) The Israelites were filled with fright as Goliath started towards them. Compared to them this giant stood so tall. But David said "My God has led me here to defeat him". So don't compare him to me, let's compare him to God.

Cho.) When compared to God, every thing's small. There's no giant that compares at all to the Holy One who sits upon His throne. So when you come to face a mountain so high, one glimpse of God brings it down to size. Satan will flee, you will gain victory when you compare it to God.

2) Oh, my friend, do you fear within as your giant marches closer? Do you know within your heart that you cannot win? Just have the faith of Davids day and shout "My God is bigger!" You'll find that there is nothing on earth that compares to Him.

Been A While :-)

It's been a while since I have posted I know and ........ I complain about others doing that :-( but, oh well I'm here now. We had a baby shower for a coworker and I thought I would share some pics. My sister and I made some party favors and they turned out really cute.

Sis made these little booties out of styrofoam cups for the party mints.....

And I made these.... favor bags with pink and white M&M's and a "It's a Girl" ribbon:

I enjoy doing this type stuff.

I am so thankful that I am feeling much better and I appreciate each ones' prayers. And speaking of thankfulness.... here is a song that I found on the internet . It has alot of good lines and I thought I would share it. Hope you all enjoy :-)

Hymn Of Thankfulness

1)Looking back on what has been my portion. I see the hand of mercy so divine. The hand has given me life's richest blessings. And nothing came by any strength of mine. My thoughts then turn to Him who is the author. The source of every good thing done for me. A hymn of thankfulness to God the Father. I sing for all His goodness shown to me.

Cho.)Oh I thank God for every little blessing. For every need I have He doth supply. I thank Him for each spiritual caressing. A comfort that He gives from every side. Oh I thank God for life, the pleasures in it. His peace and joy enlightening every day. Oh I thank God for grace and His sweet Spirit. That guides me and protects me all the way.

2)There was a time when I was not so thankful. In giving credit unto God I failed. The blessings of the Lord I took for granted. And murmured when from me they were withheld. But Jesus led me through the time of trial. And through necessity my soul did bring. Twas there He taught me patience, self denial. And there He taught my heart to ever sing.

3)Once I was worried over what I had not. But now I'm thankful just for what I have. Was anxious over what He could have given. But now I'm thankful just for what He gave. Without the smallest amount He has bestowed. I could not get along from day to day. But with the little bit He has endowed. By faith I can go all the way.

Philippians 4:11 Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.

I Timothy 6:6 But godliness with contentment is great gain.

Until next time,

Have a good and godly day :-)

Another Message in Song

We face trials and temptations daily. Sometimes things come all at one time or maybe an affliction on our body and we seek Gods face for healing and trust Him to work things out.
God is faithful to His children and works in His time. We tend to forget shortly after He has worked and moved for us. How many times........

So You Would Know Just How Much I Love You

VERSE)
How many times must I prove how much I love you
How many ways must my love for you I show
How many times must I rescue you from trouble
For you to know just how much I love you

CHORUS)
Didn't I wake you up this morning
Were you clothed in your right mind
When you walked upon a problem
Didn't I step right in on time
When you were weak along life's journey
My angels carried you
So you would know just how much I love you

VERSE 2)
How many days must I be fence around you
How many nights must I wipe your tears away
How many storms must I bring you safely through
For you to know just how much I love you

REPEAT CHORUS

CHORUS 2)
Didn't I put food on your table
Show UP! when your bills were due
When the pains were racking your body
Didn't I send healing down to you
When you were lost in sin and sorrow
I died to set you free
So you would know just how much I love you
REPEAT CHORUS 2

So you would know,
(so you would know how much)
So you would know,
(so you would know how much)
So you would know just how much I love you

I want to remember what God has done for me and try to do a better job thanking Him for what He has done and not just focus on what still needs taking care of.
In His time, In His time
He will work all things beautifully ...... In HIS time :-)

Have a good day!!!

Tell What He's Done For You

1)Have you found rest and peace within, rolled far away your load of sin
Stepped from the old life to the new? Tell what the Lord has done for you.

Cho.) Oh, tell what he's done for you of His love so strong and true
Oh, tell what he's done, what he's done for you. Others may need Him too.

2)Have you a Friend whose wondrous grace, lights up with joy the darkest place,
Who to the end will still prove true? Tell what the Lord has done for you.

3)Have you been saved his love to show, who by your side each day doth go?
Looking to Him to help you thro'. Tell what the Lord has done for you.

4)Have you a joy that ne'er shall fail, E'en when you walk thro' death's dark vale
Some One whose power great things can do? Tell what the Lord has done for you.

I just want to take time to tell what God has done for me. I was born into a loving Christian family. We had the privilege of sitting under some great men of God that proclaimed truth without fear or favor of men but with a heart of love. My siblings and I were saved at a young age and were blessed with friends that were saved as well. I remember gathering around with the adults to pray and ask God for deliverance or healing of a family member or friend. As I've grown older, I gain strength and encouragement from these experiences to face problems of today. "He is just the same today". I thank God for salvation and His mercy unto me and just for the privilege of prayer..... to be able to call upon Him in time of trouble and sickness and not only during these times, but also just to thank Him and talk to Him. I don't want to go back on truths that I have been shown but hold them precious. When God shows us truth, it is dangerous to turn our back on it or lose our love for it.
II Thess. 2:10 And with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved.
vs. 11 And for this cause God shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie.
vs.12 That they all might be damned who believe not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness.
God help us to walk in all the light that He has shone on our pathway, to stay sweet in our soul and keep our hearts and thoughts pure before Him.

"And though I've had my share of hard times.... by my side He's always stood. Through it all...... GOD'S BEEN GOOD"