Another Day from God

Well today was a great day, everyday the Lord gives us is another day to make a difference.
I am so excited that Deanna is going to sing with me and we are going to sing about a house that mercy built with Debbie playing. This house is the one built for Jan Thompson in Gonaives which makes it so special.

The meeting tonight for Haiti planning was cancelled. I am so excited about serving the Lord and just can't wait. The Baptist Church is an amazing body of believers. I marvel in the people that serve and give so much.

So I have been in prayer constantly about my life and everything connected to the trip and in Mark 11:24-25 Jesus said, "Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins." I ask for lots of things for other people but sometimes all God wants is to hear what is on our heart. This power of prayer is so important and I know when I am out of the states, there will be many people that will be praying for me. What an awesome God we serve who knows our every need. Have faith in God and He will sustain you and give you a life with Him.

Tools for Living and Life

In Roman 12:14, Pauls says, "Bless those that persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited."

So I bought my first tools yesterday. The screwdriver is cool and will come in very handy. I'm headed to Kate's next week and so the tape will come in handy. Last week I had to fix the bathtub knobs. I'm getting pretty handy!

If it's one thing I've learned in the last 6 months, it's to embrace those who need a help up. I'm great at asking for help and I'm sure when I get back from Haiti, I will feel even more humble. I have a giving heart! All the possessions in the world and the toys we have 0n earth won't compare to the Kingdom of God. I've cleaned out my stamps to give away and clothes. I've already accepted two speaking engagements, the Life Enrichment members probably won't want to travel to Haiti on vacation. They are also eager to learn about other countries and are so supportive. Uncle Howard and Aunt Barb have asked me to speak to their Class of 1945 group and I will be honored. They to have always been so supportive of me and I love spending time with them. I like to think that I got some of my craftiness from watching Aunt Barb. They are also humble in their giving, and my what hosts they are! Aunt Barb is artistic and crafty and Uncle Howard is a thinker and planner, but he sure knows how to have fun. When I get back I can't wait to talk about what the Lord is teaching me through His love.

I am so blessed to update my thermometer. The generous hearts of others to send me out in the name of the Lord are so wonderful. Thanks to Les and Deanna for the meat and to all those that I am still finding put that have contributed. Thanks also for the KitchenAid Mixer for making the sugar cookie dough, it is a great machine!

Please be in prayer for the the family of the train accident that killed a mother and daughter, this family will need the Lord to keep His hand of comfort around them and strength to go on. Every time I hear emergency sirens, which is quite often where I live, I say a little prayer that God will be with those who help the patients and their families and keep them safe.

I am a Child of God

In John 1:12 it says, "But as many as received Him to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name."

This is such a beautiful verse and I will share it with the children of Haiti. I am so blessed to have this opportunity and to be His child! God is bigger than anyone knows and I love praying and lifting my concerns to Him, and praying for those who are mourning loved ones and who are sick. Comfort and strength in the Lord is their only hope!

I have joined the First Baptist Church Divorce Group on Tuesday and I am grateful that there will be others in this group to share their concerns and for me to start the next step in healing.

My back is feeling so much better and sugar cookies are yummy. My new clothes from Goodwill are fitting great and exercise is so good! What a beautiful day the Lord has made!

Truth in a World of Need

John is one of my favorite books of the Bible and John 3:21, Jesus says, "But he who does the truth comes to the light, that his deeds may be clearly seen, that they have been done in God."

Thank the Lord for Fridays! He knew we needed to rest and spend time with him! I decided to show you a picture of my new hair do. I bought this dress because I love orange and green together and I need to buy some clothes.

At Megan's stamp camp last night, I took pictures, they were such good sports. Such neat cards that Megan had for us. I'm so glad Brenda has become a demonstrator. I didn't cut anyone's head off so that was good! I love making and sending cards, it just gives the personal touch to a prayerful heart.

Continue to keep the team to Haiti and me in your prayers. It's always been my dream to go and serve and I am really getting excited. I am always so thankful to those who want to help, God loves a cheerful giver! Someday Holli and I will serve together, but, until then I will be leading the way and sitting the example of a pure heart in love with the Lord!

Do it All for the Lord

In Colossians 3:17 Paul said, "And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him."





So many times we focus on what we can't do instead of what we can do. Whatever you do, have a grateful heart and sing his praises! Be glad He has called you as one of his own. I am so thankful to have Jesus as my Lord and Savior. I have a personal relationship with him and my heart is full! I'm ready to face whatever He had for me to learn!

Friends, Coffee and the Lord

So I've been looking waking up reading the Bible and then putting the Folgers on in the morning. It is better tasting than the cheap brand and adding flavored cream to it is the best.

We had a great time at card making last night and I was thrilled to have Sam, Alivia and Emily join us. All the Gardiner girls were there and just precious! They had a good time and lets face it, it was better than homework. The lemon bars were a success and the girls gave me a Ott-Lite floor lamp with a big extension arm to help with the light. I'm not sure I needed it but it will help and went great in my new craft room.

Isaiah 26:2 God said, "Open the gates that the righteous nation may enter, the nation that keeps faith." Keep your faith in God. Please also pray for our nation and the leaders to make good decisions and to bring our military boys home like Luke. I also pray that AJ won't have to deploy.

Psalm 25

I'm so blessed to have so many friends, but most importantly, my best friend God who loves me! Psalm 25:1-2 says To You, O Lord I lift up my soul. O my God, I trust in You; Let me not be ashamed ; Let not my enemies triumph over me.

I am so thankful to have enough to share with others. It is so wonderful to have a Father, Healer, Friend who is enough for me. The heavenly Father who has more strength when I don't have enough.

I got the Kari Jobe CD yesterday and what a blessing. She loves the Lord with all her heart and sings her songs for him. She is based in Texas. I think my favorite song is Beautiful. You can go to her website and listen. I'm sure her songs will lift you up!

I hurt my back using a stretchy band, so I am struggling, but physical therapy should help it!

This is my new card and it was sent to Glenda who made me a beautiful scarf. Her husband died last year and her walk through grief has been amazing. That's how we get through our trials, with friends that understand.