Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
One of those Weekends
One of those Weekends02/21/2011
"If then you have been raised up with Christ, keep seeking the things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God." Colossians 3:1
As I set down to write this morning, I have pushed "delete" almost as quickly as I have typed words. The reason- my mind is full of lots of things, ideas, words, stories and news.
I had a very busy weekend.
One of those weekends filled with events and people. I love both!
One of those weekends filled with laughter. There were people happy to celebrate life which brought great joys.
One of those weekends filled with tears. There were people grieving losses of a family member and the loss of a marriage. Both brought me to tears.
One of those weekends that lead to hope while talking to someone going through breast cancer.
One of those weekends that introduce a new friends, as well as getting to wrap your arms around someone just off an airplane.
One of those weekends that lead to worship and praise while joining with others in songs and hymns.
One of those weekends that confirmed God is sovereign. The sermon was right on with my current Bible study. He knew I would need to hear it again.
One of those weekends with rain and shine.
God reminded me once again. I am raised with Christ. I am to keep on seeking things above. I am to be soaring on a difference level. No matter what the day may bring; happy, sad, secure, lonely, rain or shine. Did you have one of those weekends, too?
We will be studying Colossians 3 for a while, stay tuned.
As I set down to write this morning, I have pushed "delete" almost as quickly as I have typed words. The reason- my mind is full of lots of things, ideas, words, stories and news.
I had a very busy weekend.
One of those weekends filled with events and people. I love both!
One of those weekends filled with laughter. There were people happy to celebrate life which brought great joys.
One of those weekends filled with tears. There were people grieving losses of a family member and the loss of a marriage. Both brought me to tears.
One of those weekends that lead to hope while talking to someone going through breast cancer.
One of those weekends that introduce a new friends, as well as getting to wrap your arms around someone just off an airplane.
One of those weekends that lead to worship and praise while joining with others in songs and hymns.
One of those weekends that confirmed God is sovereign. The sermon was right on with my current Bible study. He knew I would need to hear it again.
One of those weekends with rain and shine.
God reminded me once again. I am raised with Christ. I am to keep on seeking things above. I am to be soaring on a difference level. No matter what the day may bring; happy, sad, secure, lonely, rain or shine. Did you have one of those weekends, too?
We will be studying Colossians 3 for a while, stay tuned.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Rain or Shine
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Thursday, February 17, 2011
Mom's Image
 Today is my mother's birthday. Happy Birthday, mom! You are probably thinking why this verse? Why start off writing about a birthday? How does your mom and this verse connect? Let me explain. In describing us, God told us who we are like. We have been created in God's image, a little statue or replica of God. One thing I know about God is: God is Love. God has placed his image of love within us. We have the capacity to receive love. We capable to give love. My mom was created in God's image. My mom has always loved me, my dad and my brother. She has shown love to others. Her compassion toward others fills her heart. Once her heart is full it flows out her eyes. She is a people-person and loves people. Her heart is tender towards God's creation and the beauty around her. Whether an animal, a sunset or a quiet snowfall she can enjoy them all. She loves her God. I have never doubted my mom's love for her God, His Word or me. I am so glad that God created my mom in His image, with the ability to love. Come to think of it, I am glad that I was created in His image with the ability to receive love- the love of my mom! Happy Birthday, Mom. I love you! |
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Life Back to Normal
God's love isn't just for one day.
Romans 5:5 And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love.
It's the day after Valentine's Day.
The flowers are loosing their petals.
Your sugar high is now a low.
The dinner and dishes are cleared.
Life goes back to normal.
If my valentine, only said "I love you" or only showed his affection for me one day a year, I would question and doubt his love.
God's love for you is for more than just a one day celebration.
Romans 5:5 And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love.
It's the day after Valentine's Day.
The flowers are loosing their petals.
Your sugar high is now a low.
The dinner and dishes are cleared.
Life goes back to normal.
If my valentine, only said "I love you" or only showed his affection for me one day a year, I would question and doubt his love.
God's love for you is for more than just a one day celebration.
Paul lets us know that the Holy Spirit has been given to us by God and He will fill our hearts with His love. That love is not just one day a year. The Spirit keeps on filling and continues to fill our hearts with His love.
The Holy Spirit has an endless supply of God's love, because God is Love. It will never run dry. We can know that we are dearly loved. We have the Holy Spirit filling us with His love.
With that type of love, it will never be "Life back to normal"
Monday, February 14, 2011
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