God’s Plan For Spiritual Battle – Series
I was just recently introduced to Gods Plan for Spiritual Battle: Victory over Sin, the World, and the Devil
This One’s For The Girls
How many of us would willingly admit that we are approval addicts? Let’s be honest with each other. Do we seek to please others and have them place their stamp of approval on our choices, our lives … on us, in general? If so, we can be referred to as “People Pleasers” or called “Approval Addicts.” I know. I have been there, and if I am completely honest, I am there right this very minute as I tap these words out on the computer … hoping that you’ll approve of my site, that you’ll like my writings and you’ll come back to visit. I am seeking to please you and to have you approve of me … right … this … very … minute.
We ALL want approval. We attempt to please people and hope to “fit in” with them. We all want people to like us, and it hurts when people reject us, don’t welcome us with open arms, or say bad things about us. It is hard to not have the approval that we seek from others around us and to not be included. But, the truth is that we do not need the approval of others because we already have the approval of the only one that really, truly matters any way – God Almighty. Believe me, I have struggled with this very thing. I know how hard it is to break the cycle and accept yourself, accept where you are, accept your walk, and accept, most importantly, that you do NOT need to seek to get from others what GOD freely gives us! We have His approval. We have His love. If God is for us, who could possibly be against us?More
A Heart Connection
The internet is a valuable tool that has a wealth of information. A quick search on Google reveals tons of information, and it is all yours with a quick mouse click. We love using it for school projects!
Do you find yourself wondering how we ever survived before the internet days? Do you chuckle when you think of how you had to research at the library … in actual books, too?! Now you can surf in the comfort of your own home and have more information at your fingertips than you ever dreamed possible!
With the wonderful world of technology and various fun places to stop on social media now, friendships are being formed that not only stretch over millions of miles but also stand the test of time.More
The Potter’s Hand
Today was going to be a leisurely type of day where I sat around in my pajamas with the luxury of not having to rush here nor there. I could actually take it easy today and relax! I vowed to take full advantage of this!
I propped my feet up in my old recliner and settled in with my little two pound Teacup Yorkie in my lap. Music always inspires and moves me, so I “shuffled” my i-Pod tunes, determined to breathe in all of the goodness of the day that the Lord has given to us and breathe out all of the stresses and anxieties.More
High School Ring Ceremony
My daughter and the rest of the Junior class received their high school rings this week. The school held a small, but precious, Ring Ceremony in their honor. They opened the ceremony with a special prayer. Then they mentioned the ring etiquette and how the ring was to be worn facing you until graduation. This inspires you to keep trying hard and giving it all you’ve got until you have the honor of walking across that stage to accept your High School Diploma! Once that happens, you, then, turn the ring where it is facing the world as it now signifies that you have achieved your goal and have graduated!More
Five Minute Friday – Prompt Word: Choose!
If you’ve been following along, you know that Fridays are a day that we set aside to write for five whole minutes without worrying about anything but getting those words out.
Today’s prompt word provided by Lisa-Jo Baker is: Choose!
Ready?More
Children Are A Gift From The Lord!
I have been so blessed as I engaged in community with Good Morning Girls and their Facebook group.
Today’s scripture really thrilled my heart. I have often said that my girls are my heart and soul. They are the reason that I’m here on this earth. I fully believe that. My children have inspired, encouraged, and uplifted me without even trying. It just comes naturally for them.
My children are my life!More
Who Inspires You?
Have you ever really searched your heart and narrowed down all those who truly inspire you? That is a tough one because all throughout our lives we have and will encounter those that challenge us and inspire us in different ways. It’s hard to pick just one person or group of persons.
While thinking on this topic during this past week, I have to say that all those that have been affected by cancer inspire me. From the ones fighting the brave fight right now, to the ones that have conquered it and are considered “survivors,” to the ones that lost their lives while fighting with all of their might. There’s also the family and friends that have stood by their side every step of the way loving, caring for, encouraging, supporting, and cheering them on. They all inspire me more than mere words could ever say.More
Musical Inspiration
Have you stopped to consider how much music inspires, encourages, and reduces anxiety in our lives? Do you have a song in your heart (psst, God placed it there)? Do you walk around humming to yourself or whistling a tune? I’ve been told that it is a sign of happiness when you do that.More
Spring Is In The Air
Most everyone is ready to escort Old Man Winter right on out the door by now. There has been tons of snow in the North, and there has even been snow AND ice in the South! We’ve encountered freezing temperatures, downed power lines and trees snapping under the pressure of the weight of the ice, loss of electricity, with massive clean up efforts needed afterwards.More
Hold On Tight And Enjoy The Ride
My family and I spent some time at the ranch this afternoon. We groomed the horses, picked their feet, put on their saddle, and away we went on our trail ride. My entire family was able to go on this trail ride today, and we had the absolute best time!
We started out on pretty flat land, then went over some unstable ground. It was at that time that my youngest daughter struggled to get her horse to cooperate. The horse went into a trot, and all she could do was hold on at that point and try to enjoy the ride. She’s okay, and this did not scare her at all as her heart is 100% into these horses. It did get me to thinking this afternoon, though.More
Seasons of Home
I would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to The Joyous Home where you will find The Tea Times & The Seasons of Home Magazines.
The Tea Times is a Home Economics Newsletter for Mothers and Daughters. The Seasons of Home Magazine is a God honoring magazine that alternates from Titus 2 fellowship, sewing, whole grain baking and cooking, themed teas, and homeschooling. There is even a section by John Power for Father & Son
Be sure to check them out. You will be glad you did!
