He Trusts You!

1 Timothy 1:12
I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me trustworthy, appointing me to his service.

What is your service?  Do you work outside of the home? Is your service to your family in your home?  Do you do both? What about church? Friends? Strangers?

God’s service is not confined to the four walls we call church.  Nor, is only given to pastors, missionaries, and bible scholars.  God has a service for everyone.

Here is something else you may not know. His service for you may always be changing. I mean daily!

I have heard that little voice before encouraging me to call someone, pray for someone, let the person go in front of me or even offer a helping hand.  These little nudges come quite unexpectedly out of nowhere.  I have even found myself in the place where God has asked me to give up my last couple of dollars to someone when I needed it. These are all calls to service.

Have you ever thought of it the way Paul so eloquently put it in 1 Timothy 1:12?  God considered you trustworthy and appointed you to His service.  Did you catch that?  God considered you TRUSTWORTHY! He is trusting you to follow his instruction.  He called YOU!

Not your pastor.

Not your Sunday School Teacher.

Not your small group leader.

Not the missionary or evangelist

Not even the little old lady down the street who knows every verse in the bible by heart and quotes it in every one of her prayers.

No, he trusted and called on YOU to perform this great service.  No matter how small you may think the task is, in God’s plan, it is HUGE! And he has trusted you with it. The God of the Universe! The maker of all things has trusted you enough to ask you to do him a favor and perform this service.

So, the next time you hear that small voice answer with a “YES SIR! Right away sir! And thank you, sir, for trusting me with this task.”

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Today I Want to Pray for You!​

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Lord, today I lift up my family and friends before you in prayer, and in agreement with your word, I ask:

That they will love You will all their hearts, souls, minds, and strength. Mark 12:30

That they will be patient thus gain greater understanding, and that they will be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger. Proverbs 14:29, James 1:19

Thay You protect them spiritually, mentally, and physically. Psalsm 28 & 41

That they will submit themselves to you, resist the temptations of the evil one, and acknowledge You in all that they do so that You will direct their steps. James 4:7

That you will give them the desire, strength, and courage to run the race with boldness, so that they may press on toward the goal that You have called them to in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:12-14

That they will be a wise steward of all the things You have given them, remembering that all things are Yours, given to us by You for Your purpose and glory.
Matthew 6:19-21, Luke 16:10-13

That they would meditate on your word, pray without ceasing, and stay faithful to you Lord Jesus to the end. Psalms 1:1-3, 1 Thesselonians 5:17

In Jesus Name, Amen!

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Be the Light in Someone’s Day

2 Samuel 23:3-4
The God of Israel spoke, the Rock of Israel said to me:
‘When one rules over people in righteousness, when he rules in the fear of God, he is like the light of morning at sunrise on a cloudless morning, like the brightness after rain that brings grass from the earth.’

How can I make someone’s day?

During Lent last year I was challenged to do random acts of kindness each day instead of giving something up. I had so much fun sending little thank you notes to people. I even snuck a card to a lady working in the drive-through window on a very cold and busy morning at McDonalds. I know I was supposed to be blessing others, but spoiler alert I got blessed too!

You never know what baggage someone is lugging around or what scars they have. You may be the only smile or kind word they get. Never pass up a moment to be someone’s sunshine. It doesn’t matter if it is your spouse or the rude cashier, everyone deserves a smile, thank you, can I help you or may I pray with you.

Generosity doesn’t take a lot of money. It just takes a heart!

Light up someone’s world today. You just might be the only thing keeping them from total darkness.

Lord,
Help me be like the light of morning at sunrise on a cloudless morning, like the brightness after rain to someone today.

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Flu Season, Yuck!

1 Chronicles 16:34
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.

I am so sorry I have been absent this week. My family, like so many others around us, has been battling the flu🤢

I am feeling better today and wanted to do something I haven’t done in a while.

Yep, it is BRIGHT SIDE FRIDAY!

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Give me your five! Here are mine…

1. A husband, who was also very sick, still tried taking care of me when he could.

2. Being on Christmas break + being sick = no writing sub plans!

3. Having the sweetest service dog in the whole world, who wouldn’t leave my side and tried to cuddle real tight when my fever was causing me to shiver.

4. The beautiful dusting of snow we got today. Enough to make everything pretty, but not too much that makes it a pain.

5. This one is probably obvious, but thank you Lord for your healing touch.

I hope you had a wonderful Christmas! May God bless you this New Year! I can tell you I already feel blessed just being able to stand up without the world spinning out from under me.

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Choose Wisely

Proverbs‬ ‭18:21‬ ‭MSG‬‬
Words kill, words give life; they’re either poison or fruit—you choose.

In a time that it supposed to be filled with goodwil and peace, I always seem to find that one person, that one moment, that one circumstance that can rock my world.

Many times I even see them coming. I know they will arrive because they do every year.  I do my best to prepare myself. Yet they still try my temper!

I  have come to realize that is life. I can’t control what is shot at me. I only control whether I catch it, block it or let it go by.

Hmmm…I was a goalie mom and coach can you tell?

If I want to win this game, I need to choose wisely  Because my response can make all the difference. My words kill, my words give life; they’re either poison or fruit—I must choose.

Lord, the next few days of celebratiing the greatest gift of all should be filled with love, joy and peace. Help us choose the right and wise words when life takes a shot at us. Help us deliver your love and light to all of the world.

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Light a Candle for Me

Psalms 147:3
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.

This time of year can be quite difficult for those who have lost someone.  Every ornament you unpack, every Christmas song you hear, every smell or taste can bring back memories.  Some good.  Some not so good. But they all seem to hurt.

It has been many Christmases without my brother.  I would love to tell you the pain has gone away.  However, just when I think I have moved on and the pain is all gone something triggers a memory.

Yes, I cry and miss him dearly.  But I must say I wouldn’t wish any of those memories away.  As long as I have those memories, he will never be far from me.

Today, I would love to count the blessings you shared with your loved ones.  Sometimes that is the best way to get yourself out of a funk.  Remind yourself of what you had and still have.

So, here is my favorite Christmas memory with my brother…

It was Christmas morning and we were all excited, just like every other child in the world.  The tree was packed with presents.  My mom had gotten smart and not put our names on any of them.  Instead, she had wrapped our presents in specific paper. Only she knew which one was which.

I remember my dad handing both of us a similar sized package.  We were instructed to open them at the same time.

We dove in to see who could open the fastest.  My brother probably won, but I will never admit that…lol!

Our eyes were HUGE!  We both got radio controlled vehicles.  His was a semi-truck and mine a sporty little red car. We couldn’t get them out of the packages fast enough and into the kitchen to try them out.

My mom’s kitchen was really cool.  It had an island in the middle where the stove was.  So, we had the perfect race track to try our cars out.  I just knew I would win!  Being the little sister it was of great importance that I did!

We set the rules.  Three times around the track and the first one to get back to the tree was the winner.

He pulled ahead because he was so much better at controlling his truck. I seemed to be playing bumper cars with the wall. The next round found me more adept and I started to pull ahead.

Then something strange happened as we made our third round. Both vehicles began to slow down.  We pushed the buttons as hard as we could but there was no making them go faster.  The batteries were simply giving out. Neither of us made it back to the tree.

Our heads hung low with disappointment. We thought for sure our brand new toys were broken.  But then my father let out a laugh that made his belly rival Santa’s.  He looked at my mom and she too had a twinkle in her eye. It seems the night before they felt the need to check out our cars “just to make sure they worked.”  With all their quality control, they had run down the batteries.

My brother and I never let them forget that Christmas.

Through the years, as I wrapped my kids’ gifts and even now as I prepare to wrap my grandchildren’s toys,  I remember the story of the year the elves played with our toys.  I can feel my brother’s arm around me and hear his laughter once more. My eyes begin to fill, but the tears are filled with more joy than sorrow and a smile breaks across my face.

Hang on to the memories.  Cry when you need to but try to find a smile.  It is in those memories you will find comfort that your loved one isn’t gone for good.

I do want to send out a special hug to all of those who are celebrating the first Christmas without a loved one.  I want you to know I am thinking of you and sending you lots of love.  Nothing I can type or say will make the feelings go away.  So, I will just simply leave you with this thought.

Smile Upon Your Face
By Tabetha Frick

Take a moment to breathe
Take a moment to grieve
Then wipe those tears
Remember the years
That I brought a smile to your face

The good and bad
The times we had
Though not enough
I know its rough
But let them bring a smile to your face

I hope my dear
This brings you cheer
For I am now at rest
But was always blessed
By the smile upon your face

Thanks for the memories Kenny! I love you!

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Peace on Earth

Luke 2:14
Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests

My heart grows ill
And I wonder still
Is there place on Earth

So much hate
It seems our fate
To find no peace on Earth

Yet you came
To take the blame
To offer peace on Earth

My faith grows strong
That we’ll right this wrong
As I pray for Peace on Earth

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Mary Who?

Luke 1:38
Mary answered, “I am the Lord’s servant. Let everything you’ve said happen to me.”
Then the angel left her.

I am fourteen years old. I have known forever that our Redeemer was coming. But I NEVER imagined he would be coming like this. Through me!

Who am I?

I am just a young girl from Nazareth. Everyone knows nothing comes from Nazareth.

But yet you chose me. Me. You called me highly favored.

Who am I?

I am a young girl.  I am not even married yet. Oh my! My poor fiance. He could have thrown me to the side. He could have killed me.

But he didn’t. He loved me. He cared for me. He accepted this child as his own.

Who am I?

I’ve never delivered a baby. I am so far from home by myself. Without my family. What if I do this all wrong? What if I am a terrible mother? What if you hate me?

But you didn’t. You were so tiny. You loved me. You changed me. You came to save and redeem me.

Who am I?

I am every woman and man who has been called to a purpose. A bigger purpose than themselves. A purpose they feel so ill-equipped for but answer  “I am the Lord’s servant. Let everything you’ve said happen to me.”

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God Knows What You Need

James 1:17
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.

Mr. Murphy, with his stupid law, was my BFF today.

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I started my day dropping everything I touched. Proceeded to fill my car and gas spit back out all over me. Went to the bathroom (I work in a high school), came out, got back to my classroom only to have a teacher walk in after me to tell me I forgot someone. Yep, I looked down and realized my service dog was not attached to me. Good news, he was exactly where I had left him, in the stall.

Go ahead laugh it up. I can hear you from here!

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It gets better!

On my way home, I looked down and realized I had gone all day with my shirt on inside out. Did I mention the shirt had pockets and they had been hanging out the entire day.

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Told you it got better!

Some days you should  just stay in bed!

So….what could I  possibly be thankful for today? Well, let me tell you…

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This Guy!

This is my wonderful husband, Todd. I texted  him when I got to work this morning to whine about my awful start to the day. Then, I called him at lunch to grumble about how my day had not gotten any better. I walk in the door and griped about the rest of the story of my day and my outfit being inside out. What did he do?

He laughed his head off!

I don’t mean a giggle. I mean roll on the floor, belly laugh with tears streaming down your face laugh!

I mean a totally contagious laugh.

I couldn’t be grumpy anymore.

Thank you Lord for putting this guy in my life. You knew there were going to be days like this and I would need someone to laugh me through.

 

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The Empty Chair

James 1:17
 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.

A dear friend and one of the strongest women I know spent her first Thanksgiving without her mom. She wrote the most beautiful dedication. I wanted to share her words with you.

I hope it brings you peace and joy. I hope it reminds you, Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.

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Today this chair sits empty because of a battle that is over.
However in the sadness of the first holidays without mom, we can find thankfulness.
I’m thankful for the 43 thanksgivings I got to spend with her.
I’m thankful for the gift of adoption that made that possible.
I’m thankful to the stranger who gave up her child and made that possible.
As a mother of 4, I know that was the worst day of her life.
I’m thankful for all the stories people who knew and worked with her have told me this past year.
I’m thankful for all the great memories I have and we are able to share.
I’m thankful that I have an awesome family and the best friends.
I’m thankful for my mom.
She was the best. ❤️

~Wendy Dement

 

Thank you Marsha for heeding the call to raising a beautiful, strong, Godly woman who has touched my life in so many ways.

To all of the chairs that may be empty this holiday season, know our hearts never will be because you were part of our lives!