I Know Who Holds My Hand

Many things about tomorrow I do not seem to understand is a verse to a familiar song, and an echo of many people's hearts. One of the many benefits of being God's child is that no matter our circumstances, we can know that God is with us, guiding our steps and working all things for our good, even when we do not understand.

As God's children he promises to always be with us, offering shelter in our storms, never leaving or forsaking us. Let us not forget to be grateful in our good times and bad, knowing that God is reaching out to us, and desires to hold our hand. Our question then is are we reaching out to him and letting him guide us where he would have us to go? Help us this day to be that trusting, humble child allowing a loving God that knows our every need to lead and guide us.

A favorite folk song of my mom's that seems fitting. "One Day at A Time". http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Y1wtgLAytA

Choose Life

Deuteronomy CH. 30 vs.19-20. " I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse: therefore choose life that both you and your seed will live. Love the Lord thy God that thou may obey His voice and cleave unto Him, for He is life and the length of your days." May God fill our hearts and ears with his voice, and divine guidance today to choose life that He so freely gives.

Song: "Give Thanks" http://atthewell.com/thanks/

Fear Not, I Am WIth You!

If you've ever been afraid, below are some scriptures to post and keep close by. When things seem impossible or you're having a hard time getting up, meditate on God's word in your heart.

Deuteronomy Ch. 31 vs. 6 "Be strong and of good courage, fear not nor be afraid, for the Lord thy God goes with thee; He will not fail thee, nor forsake thee." Psalm Ch. 91 vs. 11 "He shall give His angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways."

God's promises to his children that obey his voice are many and great. Psalm Ch. 25 vs. 12-14 "What man is he that fears the Lord? Him shall he teach in the way that he shall choose. 13. His soul shall dwell at ease; and his seed shall inherit the earth. 14. The secret of the Lord is with them that fear him; and he will show them his covenant." 

Psalm Ch. 28 vs. 7 " The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him and I am helped; therefore my heart greatly rejoices and with my song will I praise him".

Bless and keep your children this day I pray in Jesus name.....Amen.

Song: "Live What I Believe" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mHiTVuGaKM

My Source of Srength

Song, "In Christ Alone": Listen to the words and be encouraged today as we continue too look to Christ alone, our corner stone. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jP2nz6PG8KM

Thy Word is Lamp Unto My Feet.....

Psalms Ch.119 vs. 105 "Thy word is a light unto my path".

As I read God's word and follow his examples I am encouraged in this life and humbled by his provision. His word is full of instruction and guidance. A road map to peace, love, joy, encouragement and hope in this life, and our life to come. If I had one thing to share with those looking for answers, it would be to get in his word daily and let him speak to your heart.

As the song below would indicate, we have to continually look to God, for our hearts are ever wandering. May he be our guide and hold us to his side.

Song by Amy Grant:" Thy Word" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAp6rZYRKxE 

Something Beautiful!!!!!

God has a way of making our messes, confusion, heart ache and hurts beautiful. As this day throws its assortment of trials and struggles our way, and even if we don't handle them quite the way we should have, it's never too late to give them to God. It's even better if we give them to Him before we make a mess, but oh what sweet fellowship when even our worst messes are met with His loving grace and provision. Another song by the Gaithers. "Something Beautiful". http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ar-sPqVmOSc

Awesome God!

Today on this gorgeous and beautiful day, and  I am reminded of the beauty that God has surrounded us with on this earth.

I remember teaching an impromptu bible lesson to a class of 4th graders when the minister was sick. I was applying for a job at this school and was asked to do this at the last minute. I went in the class and started talking about this awesome playground that God has given us, and like our parents give us gifts, God has given us all of his creation as our playground. Whoa.... They were impressed, but you know what, so am I every time I see his mountains, beautiful trees, rivers, streams, birds and all that he has created for our enjoyment.

God is indeed awesome and I am honored to have him as my Savior and have his love so lavishly poured out on all of us, his children.  I pray that today you are reminded, if not in nature, then elsewhere, of what a loving God we serve.

Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRZSRi5yyoQ