This week, we are going to move from physical activities, to emotional ones! Both are difficult--they require that we resist any laziness or procrastination and do those things that will help us to become healthier inside and out.
Your daily assignments this week will be to answer seven questions (one each day) that are designed to (1) increase your awareness to the aspects of your life that still need to change, (2) inspire new thoughts about how to change them, and (3) require that you be transparent and honest with our group. Changing IN FRONT of others is the quickest way to change. Note: I didn't say it was painless, just quicker:)!
Day One: What is one TRUTH and one LIE that you believe right now?
Day Two: What is one MUST and one WON'T that you are committed to doing?
Day Three: What is one thing you LIKE and one thing you DISLIKE that is helping you change?
Day Four: What one thing irritates you about yourself--a personality trait or a habit?
Day Five: What characteristic do you LOVE about yourself?
Day Six: What or who gives you comfort?
Day Seven: What is a dream in your heart that won't go away?
All I'm asking of each of you is to write a one-sentence answer on the blog--if you choose to include further exploration and explanation, you are welcome to do so.
As we make little changes in our own lives, we can learn from each other, find comfort in sorrows, and encourage the one who is struggling, knowing we might be next.
Be encouraged!
Becky
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ok...I am struggling! Please pray for me. I sort of "checked out" last week, because my life is changing fast and I am not handling it very well...emotionally. (Funny how this week's topic is what I need!)
ReplyDeleteI have cried everyday this past week. I am going back to work (after being home with my third child for 6 years), my third (and last) child is going to kindergarten, yesterday my poodle got run over (while I was at work...preparing my room for open house.) I will be long term subbing for a music teacher who has cancer, and will probably not return. If I passed the test I took week before last, then I will be certified and will take over the job when he resigns. Feeling very overwhelmed with the job responsibilities, and having been focused on all of that, I have lost focus on other areas in my life that I once felt balanced in.(housework, exercise, spending time with kids). Then, when I read the post about the lady who lost her husband and going back to work to raise two boys alone...I feel guilty for feeling this way...because I do have a lot to be thankful for. Yet... that still does not stop the tears from flowing! :`(
Looking forward to today's call and will try to make it live...unless we are in a teacher's meeting.
Dear Lord,
ReplyDeleteHow great you are, you hear all our prayers, you are almighty God who knows when we are sad, discouraged, lonely, depressed or overwhelmed. You know Beth's situation, you know the feelings that torment her. Lord, in Ps 25:4 you reminded me that you will show Beth the right path, O Lord point out the road for her to follow. Lead her by your truth and teach her for you are the God who saves us. All day long I put my hope in you. Remember, O Lord, your compassion and unfailing love. Lord, your mercies are new each and every morning. Take Beth's tears and dry her eyes. Help her with all her conflicting emotions and show her your will. Thank you Lord that you are God all Mighty and you care about all our tears and situations no matter how great or small they are. Give Beth a good nights sleep with refreshment in the morning.
amen
I am very excited for this weeks assignment. On my walk tonight ,along the shore, I thought of truths and lies that I believe. The truth: God hears my prayers. Lie: I am entitled to a comfortable life.
ReplyDeleteAfter the call today, I was going to do some gardening but I felt a need to finish something I had started earlier. It was a principle that Becky had said in the call to do something that you had learned earlier. Because I was in the house, I was able to get the text that came in for urgent prayer, for the friend's daughter that was in the ER. The note I was writing was part of the 60 day give each day. Guess who the note was to? You guessed it, the person that was requesting prayer. God takes care of us. He puts people in our path for his purpose. The lady who lost her husband and is raising 2 boys, Beth now can lift up in prayer when she feels overwhelmed by her own going back to work. Her name is Tami. Today, I persuaded a friend that I would pick her up at the end of her street instead of her driving to meet me. While she was waiting for me she consoled a neighbor, who she didn't know, who recently lost his wife, who he was married to for 52 years. (Do you love my run on sentences, where is Wanda when I need her) I knew when she got in the car that God had a purpose for her waiting on that corner. I want to be where God wants me to be, to be used for his purpose. I don't know where that is, I am trying to find it out but for right now, I pause often and pray. Goodnight, sleep tight.
Oh Beth, I'm praying for God's comfort for you. It is so apparent that you are a wonderful mom.
ReplyDeleteOne truth: I know that God is my savior. It is such a wonderful fact and I smile whenever I think about that he is my savior.
One lie: That I can't succeed in anything.
Hi All: I just got done listening to the call again. Becky, I love you sharing your TV dream with us. We'll be rooting for you as will all the saints in Heaven.
ReplyDeleteBeth, I am so sorry about your difficult days and what you have dealt with with the dog.
I truly am praying God will give you peace and comfort especially as you fact the school year ahead.
I havent started my assignments yet.
It's been a hectic few days as my husband had medicine and wallet and driver's license stolen and we've been replacing everything.
Will start tomorrow.
bless you all and hope you have a blessed Thursday.
I am struck at the truths and lies already posted. They could be mine. Spooky how lies and truths are universal. I have them in my planner. I think I am going to go to www.wordle.com and make a wordle for my planner of all the truths.
ReplyDeleteMy truth I believe...God provides for my needs
My lie I believe...my value is defined by what my husband thinks of me. (We are separated)
Beth, I pray for God's peaceful and loving presence in your heart today. I pray that you will be amazed at how close he is and that you will reach out to him and embrace his unending supply of comfort and strength.
I'm heading out of vacation, so I am posting ahead and then I will catch up when we get settled.
ReplyDeleteMy must...my quiet time
My won't...tolerate abuse from my husband...phone calls, emails or in person.
Help me stand by this...it has taken me a long time to get to the truth of abuse in my marriage...I believed the lie that the abuse wasn't that bad.
I like going to weight watchers meetings. They are so positive.
ReplyDeleteI dislike counting points...but it does help me lose the weight.
For today: The truth I believe: I believe that God is sovereign and omniscient. He knows what is going on in my life, He hears my prayers, and His ways are far better than my ways.
ReplyDeleteThe lie I believe right now: That my marriage to a nonbeliever is going to get worse - he will never open his heart to God. I have been praying and hoping for 10 years for my husband and he seems to be getting more antagonistic toward anything "Christian" related - espec. anything political. I feel many times like it is a losing battle. It is extremely lonely to be "unequally yoked". My firstborn son is leaving at the end of the month for Colorado College in Co. Springs. We are in NC. Turning 50 has also brought about this weird area of fat that I have never had - in the center of my belly - Becky you referred to it as a spare tire. What about bio-identical hormones? I am considering a visit to a specialist. I feel like I am not ready for all of this old age stuff! Talk about crying all the time....Beth, I am right there with you! I think about returning to work (I was a surgical P.A. prior to motherhood) which would require me to return to school so I could take my boards but, I have 2 teens at home still and I love being a mom soooo...and then I think who would hire me? I haven't been in the OR for 13 years. Ok, I am rambling on and on. I thank God that He knows it all and is still willing to listen! Thank you for listening too.
It seems that all of us are doing some soul-searching this week. Beth and Hugbear, you both speak of the feelings of uncertainty as you ponder going back to work. I can understand what you are feeling, for I am considering making this my last year of teaching. I have been taking classes and will finish my program before the school year ends, and I'm wondering if it might be time to "hang up my chalk" and do something related to the field I am studying. I have always been one who resisted change, who hesitated to leave my comfort zone, but I know that change is part of growing.
ReplyDeleteI'm really tired tonight--perhaps delayed exhaustion from Yearbook Camp, so I'll keep this post short. One Truth I believe: God watches over me, hears my prayers, and has a plan for the rest of my life. One Lie I tell myself: Although I am single, I am capable of taking care of everything myself. (Sometimes I really need to ask for help, but it is not easy to do.)
The last verse in today's Psalm is good advice and reassuring for all of us: "Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord."
Goodnight, everyone, and God bless!
What is one truth and one lie you believe right now? The truth I believe is that I will spend eternal life in heaven at the feet of my heavenly father. The lie I believe is that my husband doesn't love me. It is a lie I tell myself all the time. He has given me no reason to believe he doesn't love me yet I chose to doubt his love for me. He tells me several times every day - sincerely- that he loves me, yet I am unable or unwilling to believe him and tell myself over and over that he doesn't love me. Why do I do it? Why can't I just accept what he tells me? As I write this I wonder if it is really because I can't/don't love myself. Thus, I can't believe anyone else does either. BTW - It has taken me this long to figure out where and how to add to this blog! This is my first attempt at something like this so bear with me everyone! I don't even know how to change it so it says Barb posted this instead of KCdean. Maybe soon....
ReplyDeleteGod bless everyone!
Hi, everyone. Thanks so much for the prayers! Robbie, thanks for sharing...such an encouragement. (I will definitely pray for Tami, because my heart does go out to her.) I have felt your prayers! I had children (3rd-5th graders) for the first time today, and even though it was HOT (heat index 110), and a long tiring day...(my feet and throat hurt), I enjoyed being there and had a passion for teaching and reaching those children. Not sure how I am going to learn 600 childrens' names, but I plan on trying.
ReplyDeleteThanks...others for posting. Always enjoy hearing what you are going through and how I can pray.
I need to go now, and will post the assignments later.
KC/Barb: If you can sign in,then you should get to your dashboard. From there you can edit your profile and I think change your name.
ReplyDeleteHugbear, I've been married 26 years and used to have the same thoughts, though my husband is very open and in favor of my beliefs.
But I have found, the more years that go by the more he changes his mind and sides with what I would be siding with.
Dont give up, watch for small miracles. I Cor. 7:14, he'll notice changes in you!
Last night, when I knelled before the King, all of you came to my mind, so tonight, I am going to do the same. Thank you all for posting, somehow when we post our lies we see them for what they are: LIES
ReplyDeleteThank you Barb for telling us who you are. I have been in this group for over a year and I just added my picture last week. Wanda, thanks for the verse, good theme: Be Brave and courageous.
I'll share my must and won't tomorrow. Goodnight have a restful sleep.
You all encourage me SO much with your honesty and transparency. Perhaps the 3 C's are not (only) Calendar, Charts and Companions, but Compassion, Courage, and Consistency...
ReplyDeleteI heard a great line by a woman sharing her testimony. She said, "What I give up (by letting go of something we wanted or revealing our shortcomings to others) is my shame." I thought that was an amazing truth.
Be encouraged my FAVORITE QUARTER EVER of Coachees!
Becky
Good Morning! First a thank you for welcoming me to the blog. And a big thanks to Laura for directing me to where to change my name. I really appreciate the help! Like Kpaige I too am doing Weight Watchers. I have lost 50# so far but have gained and lost the same 5# since the first of the year now. I joined Becky's Bootcamp to try and change what needs to be changed in my life to lose the last 25# I need to lose and to improve my relationship with the Lord. I really appreciate Becky's amazing truth - that what I give up by opening up to others and letting go of things is my own shame. I've never thought of it like that before but it captivates my imagination. I struggle with letting go of things and need to examine that more with Becky's amazing truth in mind.
ReplyDeleteThe Must I am committed to is to get to my goal weight no matter how long it takes. The one Won't I am committed to is that I Won't quit Weight Watchers and give up on myself.
We will be gone over the weekend but am already looking forward to catching up with everyone on Sunday night or Monday. Have a great weekend and celebrate God's love for you!
Good morning, Barb! I just checked in for a moment to see who had posted since my note last night. I haven't decided what to write for my "MUST" or "WON'T" yet, but I wanted to commend you for being consistent and committed. Congratulations on your success at Weight Watchers! Just think: You are way beyond the half way point and you are heading down the slope toward your goal. That's wonderful! I've been a part-time WW leader for many years, and the program just keeps getting better and better. I love to see members reach their goals! Have a great weekend. Keep July's "Fruit and Veggie Challenge" in mind, and you'll do just fine.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the encouragement Wanda! I can use all of that I can get. I'll keep July's challenge in mind this weekend. Praying for a great weekend for you as well.
ReplyDeletePosting for today: My one "Must" that I am committed to doing: My time alone with God. He is the source of my strength, my life, my joy. Without Him, I would have thrown in the towel years ago How does anyone live without Him? I think that is what drives me so crazy about my husband..he is missing so much! Oh, how God loves us. His love sustains me.
ReplyDeleteWhat is the one "Won't" I am committed to daily: I won't give up. I won't give up on my marriage, my family. I won't give up praying for them. I won't give up my hope that one day they will all come to know Jesus.
I won't quit.
I must meet with God daily with no distractions. I won't gossip.
ReplyDeleteI could have had this sentence everyday for a week of musts and won'ts. I had to ponder it all day to come up with the one must & won't that was the most applicable.
I have to laugh at my hour with God when my husband and I are on a trip is spent in the bathtub. Before I go to bed I put pillows and a blanket in the bathtub of the hotel room so I won't disturb my husband in the morning.
Barb, you are refreshing! 50#s is a big deal!!!! I wish I knew what assignment it was that Becky revealed to us her secret of how she kept off the weight for good. She doesn't deviate from her goal. She doesn't cheat she has her goal in front of her. It was through that philosophy that gave me direction. I don't eat sugar, white flour, or processed foods. I do that to be healthy I don't feel I am giving up anything but gaining more energy and staying cancer free.
I think of it as being allergic to certain foods. I know a gal that can't have peanuts and if she does she goes into shock and can't breath. She has decided that nothing is worth losing her breath, she is careful to ask what is in things and let's people know she cannot have certain foods.
I am very excited for you Barb, because you add to our blog group and we are all rooting for you to reach and keep your goal. Looking forward to your posts next week.
Hugbear, your post is beautiful. I love that you won't give up. Yeah! God is faithful.
ReplyDeleteGood morning! I MUST get at least six or seven hours of sleep every night and continue making my time with God my first priority of every day! I feel so much better--and life is much more enjoyable and fulfilling--when I do these things consistently, as I've been doing this summer (except for Yearbook Camp). I remember hearing someone speak years ago of having "spiritual food" before "physical food" every morning; it nourishes both body and soul!
ReplyDeleteI WON'T get behind with schoolwork this year. I know that is "easier said than done," but I think that if I keep planning ahead and strive not to add needless commitments to my schedule, I will be able to stay on top of things better this year than last. At least I hope so!
Hugbear, thanks for sharing so passionately your commitments! Your determination is inspiring, and I know it will pay off in ways you can't even imagine right now.
Robbie, I can just picture the quiet time in the bathtub with the pillows and blanket! God promises to meet us where we are--even in the bathtub! :-)
Have a wonderful day, everyone!
Good morning as well! I like answering these questions. Reflection is good. What is the one thing you LIKE that is helping you change? The energy and clarity of mind I receive after a good work-out.
ReplyDeleteWhat is the one thing you DISLIKE that is helping you change? I dislike stiffness,lack of flexibility, and the peri-umbilical fat that is depositing if I don't exercise and stretch daily. Now, time for a hike and some fresh air! Blessings this day.
Hi All: Woke up to a totally dead computer this morning, but fortunately it was just a power pack or something and it was still under warranty. So thankful for that!
ReplyDeleteFor the assignments so far:
The lie I picked is I have no ministry.
The Truth I picked is, Jesus and not man determines my ministry and worth.
My must is to get to know Him better
My Won't is let the stresses of this world get ahead of my relationship with Him or my health or family.
My Like: My Creativity, My gifts.
My Dislike: Letting unimportant things consume my time.
What Irritates me is my habit of confusing people by my enthusiasm for things. I cant convey to them an acurate picture of myself and why I am the way I am.
What I love about myself is I used to be very shy and quiet but now I am not afraid to start conversations with people.
(and just the other day one of my favorite Bible teachers stated that conversation is a ministry. We can change someone's life by the words we say to them and I believe, also even in our written communication.)
Have a blessed Sunday.
One truth - God loves me and everything that has happened in my life has been for a reason and has directed me closer to him.
ReplyDeleteOne lie - that I need to change or somehow hide who I am in order to be "acceptable" to other people.
I MUST keep up my marathon training and run 3 times a week.
I WON'T start my day without kneeling in prayer.
I like exercising - running and yoga. I love how I feel while I'm doing it, how I feel afterward and the stronger body I have because of it.
I dislike carving out the time in the day and getting ready for it.
I am irritated by my lateness to nearly everything and that I constantly put off doing things that I really need to do.
I love my compassion for others. My passion is for people to see God's love for us rather than the judgement and sef-righteousness of people. (Something I have felt INCREDIBLY passionate about this week with my actor friends who don't know the Lord and are afraid that He can't possibly love them as they are.) God, help me to keep my heart open to you, your Word, your ways and your ministry for me. Guide my words and my actions every day.
Hugbear you really nailed the dislike that is helping you change. I have pondered this for the 2 days I was away and can't come up with anything. I thought of a trivial idea; I like the look of my nails manicured but do not like the feel of a nail file. If I keep my nails manicured I do not pick at them. (bad habit) So the dislike of getting my nail manicured helps me not pick at them.
ReplyDeleteI like the energy I have when I eat well and the way my clothes look on me.
What irritates me about myself?
I dislike that my mind doesn't organize. It is like a wire is missing and so I do not connect the dots. This morning when I was packing my suitcase, I looked over and saw my husbands stuff all neat and ready to go. Not me, mine was on the desk, bathtub (bible ¬ebook), bathroom counter, closet, drawer and on the bed. I waste tons of time looking for things. I have been working on this for years and feel like I make minimal progress.
A habit that Becky gave me was hanging my clothes at the end of the day. I am going in to unpack now and get a fresh start.
Laura, how right you are giving others encouragement either through the written or spoken word is definitely a gift.
Robbie, I can relate to some of the things you've posted today. I, too, LIKE the energy I have when I eat healthily . . . and get enough sleep! As soon as I go back to old habits, I feel sluggish and mentally foggy; I DISLIKE that feeling very much; however, after this Boot Camp I believe that knowing how I feel when I don't take care of myself will remind me to stay on track!
ReplyDeleteSomething that irritates me is my tendency to underestimate the time it will take to complete a task. I tend to put too much on my "to do" list, get overwhelmed by the things I want/need to accomplish, and then sabotage my efforts by procrastinating. I remember talking about perfectionism and procrastination with one of our guidance counselors at school last year, and she pointed out that the third "P" is "paralysis." How true that is! If I make a long list of things I must do in a given day--and then tell myself that I have to complete everything perfectly, no wonder I can't seem to get started. I've really tried to work on making my "Daily To Do" list something that I can--and will--handle. I still have a long way to go, though!
I hope everyone has had a wonderful weekend! God bless and goodnight!
Hi everyone,
ReplyDeleteI just feel crying.
got sort of depressed and just didn't want to blog.
I have applied for 3 different jobs. didn't get a responce from anyone...but a warehouse job who said that I didn't "even" have the lest amount of experence. So, I applied for a job in the copie room. No. was the answer. So, I am just behide in everything. I start back to my stupid job tomorrow . I just have to get back to normal.
Beth,
you just make me cry and laugh. Also, I am on the Bio-I dentical hormones and they have helped me with the hot flashes and I feel calmer. If that helps.
Robbie ,
thanks so very much for praying for me and all of us. I realy need it.
I have not been walking and have gained wt and feel yuckkkkky.
ok. I will get back to bloging. Just don't know why everything in my world is "NO"
Truth
ReplyDeletei believe in the holy Spirit
Lie
that god don't want to answer any of my prayers because I am no good.
well good night
ReplyDeletehopfuly tomorrow will be a better day..
Lord, I would just ask you to be with Mickey.
ReplyDeleteTo show her how much she means to you, and to give her confidence that she is where you want her to be.
Whether it means staying in her current job, or if it means you have something new for her I pray you would be very near to her and very real. I pray you would direct her paths and her every step.
Help her to have a blessed week this week.
Help all of us to remember the things we are learning from You.
In Jesus name.
Mickey,
ReplyDeleteI've really missed your posts! . . . I kept thinking about you over the weekend and thought perhaps you were still at camp with your boys.
I'm so sorry to hear about your job situation; life gets really tough sometimes, and it is easy to get discouraged, but don't give up! Maybe God is answering your prayer with a "not yet" because He knows that the right job is just around the corner. I'll keep praying for you!
Thank you so very much,
ReplyDeleteWanda and Laura
Last night when I prayed for you Mickey, the scripture that came to me was that joy would come in the morning. Well, when I opened my bible this morning, the reason why it was fresh in my mind was it was yesterdays reading. One more reason to read the bible everyday. Not to make anything light, I earnestly prayed for you last night Mickey. I love having you apart of this group and it saddens me that you are going through a hard patch.
ReplyDeleteLearned a valuable lesson over the weekend: I didn't think I needed to do the plan for keeping away from certain foods, I figured I had been good at staying away from these foods that it was just my lifestyle. Not so, the hotel gave us extra cookies when we checked in and guess who ate them. I haven't had cookies in 6 months. This morning I woke up not feeling all that great, I knew it was the cookies. So, I now have a plan, when we stay at a hotel chain that gives us cookies, I need to say no thanks and not have them around.
If you fail to plan you plan to fail.
Ok, on to today's ? The characteristic that I love about myself, I care about people, and can carryon a conversation with almost anyone.
"Jesus changes our history from a random series of sad incidents and accidents into a constant opportunity for a change of heart." Henri Nouwen
ReplyDeleteThank you Robbie for the encouraging comments - you are so open and real. It is refreshing! I really appreciate the feedback. And thank you Mickey for the comment about bio-identical hormones. I am going to check into them later this month. The one thing that irritates me about myself is my lack of focus at times. Sometimes it is really hard for me to be still. I will find a million other things to do if there is something on my "to do" list that has to do with sitting down and concentrating on task or something I don't want to do. Maybe this is a form of ADD? Or maybe it is what Wanda talked about: perfectionism, procrastination and then paralysis. Whatever it is, I wish it would hit the road. Discipline. I need to discipline myself.
ReplyDeleteOh, and for today, What one characteristic do you LOVE about yourself? I can make just about anyone smile or laugh. Like Robbie, I can carry on a conversation with anybody. I love to laugh, and my smile lines under my eyes tell all. I can easily cry with anyone as well. I think it may be a gift of compassion?
Wow!
ReplyDeleteGreat reading and helps me to think.
Love to you all
good night.
Hi All; Computer shop ended up breaking my DVD drive when they had it the other day, so it's going back now.
ReplyDeletePray they fix it quick and I will finish up this week's entries when I get it back.
blessings,
Laura.
I'm back, computer was an easy fix.
ReplyDeleteWanted to finish this week's assignments.
Who or What gives you Comfort?
God, the Holy Spirit and the fact that Jesus is interceding for me.
The Dream that wont go away:
That one day I will be back to using more of my creativity, and employing my Spiritual gifts. I enjoy helping women learn to study the Bible.
Looking forward to tomorrow's call.....
Laura.
Nice to have you back, Laura. I so enjoy reading all of everyone's thoughts.
ReplyDeleteThe Holy Spirit comforts me for sure, my family and friends come in second and third. Reading the Psalms and Isaiah also brings me comfort. There have been moments when grief has overwhelmed me. I can remember vividly people praying for me in such a way that God's touch transformed me. As if the world stopped when we prayed.
A dream of mine would be I would become a good writer and possibly a speaker. I would like to see women realize their potential for God, to experience God's power though prayer and reading the bible. So I am taking notes on my own journey so that God can use what ever I have learned to encourage others. Lights out.
Good morning! I really enjoy reading everyone's thoughts, too. It's been great to get to know all of you as real people with many unique traits and talents and to see how many struggles, goals, and dreams we all have in common.
ReplyDeleteI'm a little behind on posting, so I'll catch up here. . . .
Day Five: When I was a little girl, I always felt things very deeply. When I found an injured animal or lost a family pet, I grieved terribly, and when one of my friends was hurting, I shared the hurt. At such times, Mom would hold me close and tell me she loved the fact that I was tenderhearted. I always blushed with embarrassment and tried to shrug it off, but today I'm glad that's the way God made me.
Day Six: When I am sad, confused, lost, or angry, my piano is a real source of comfort; music always soothes the soul, and I am always in better spirits after playing my favorite pieces. I also find comfort and assurance from the Psalms and from my favorite Bible verse, Isaiah 40:31. And last but certainly not least, my precious 18 year old twin tabbies bring me sheer joy. Both have had some medical issues lately, but they remain happy and loving through every trial. There is nothing quite like holding them close, feeling their soft fur against my face, and hearing the soothing sounds of their passionate purring!
Day Seven: I've enjoyed a long career as a teacher and am glad I chose that path, but as I look toward retirement, my dream is to combine my love of writing and art in a manner that pleases God.
Robbie, I have immensely enjoyed your posts and believe that you are already achieving your dream through this online group. I've been blessed by your posts, and I know others have, as well.
Today will be another hot one, and I have yard work to do, but I'll be back later with some "musings from the garden." I believe God has provided some valuable lessons this week as I've been weeding and trimming and cleaning up the debris in the yard.
Have a great day, everyone! I'm looking forward to today's call.
Day 6: I am comforted by hugs and prayers from Sisters in Christ and prayer ministers at Church...so it is really God's peace, poured out through those ministering to me, that gives me comfort. Praise music is also a big comfort to me, and hugs from my daughter.
ReplyDeleteDay 7: A dream that won't go away? Ministering to other hurting hearts in a prayer ministry like "Journey to Wholeness in Christ" Praying for others in that environment of praise and deliverance would have to be the biggest blessing I could ever give and receive.
Another dream would be to see my entire family come to Christ - my children walking in the truth.
I can't resist responding to HugBear and Wanda. Wanda, what a beautiful way to express your dream, something you love: have it please God. Wow! Reading your post made me realize how much I miss playing the piano. When ever I wanted to relax or escape what ever was troubling me, you would find me at the piano. I put my time at the keys on hold until after the wedding. Well, its time to pound away.
ReplyDeleteHugbear, your name is becoming more and more your identity as you post: someone who is passionate about people encouraging them with hugs and prayers. Powerful!
I've been getting so much devotional Emal lately by numerous authors on fulfilling your dreams.
ReplyDeleteOne author said: "Simply ask God to place that one obedience-assignment in front of you today".....then say yes to it!