My goodness. Well 'Black Friday' has come and gone. 'Cyber Monday" is over. Now what? How much? How much? What is the receiver of the gift worth to you? Let me walk with you.
I suggest: That you create something from your heart to give. That makes the gift personal. Or that you find a symbol related to how you feel- to what you share, and give that. Can you see? It will take some thought. But then love takes thought.
Of course - children may take a little more- but it can be done. The thing is there is no gift large enough, small enough, big enough- the ultimate Gift has already been given. Enjoy Him afresh each day. type to you later.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Get the Right Book
The Big Toy Book from Toys R' Us are here! It promises joy and happiness for all children and peace and happiness for parents. All you have to do is pay. Hmmm.
Lord and Taylor's Christmas book is called "Share." It has all sorts of goodies of what people want and with coupons to get them at a better price. Hmmm.
Neiman Marcus' Christmas book is called "Champagne and Cupcakes." And life will be better for all -champagne and cupcakes. Hmmm.
These and many more Christmas books are available with an inevitable price to you. Oh yeah. . . In order to experience the joy, happiness, good life the books offer you have to pay.
Ahhh! But there is one book that offers joy and peace that is available year round. It directs you to a full life with joy in communion with the author and finisher. And the price has already been paid. It is offered to you free!
Why do you rush to the other books? Oh, I'm not saying to give up the fun of spending what you don't have to please people you don't like. OR to live larger than you can afford, to jump through one more hoop because you bought into the Christmas book. OR to substitute bought stuff for love. OR to stretch yourself to the limits for those you love when all they want is your love.
Check the book first. Enjoy the true reason for the upcoming season - the birth of One who lived, died, and lives in order that you can live freely. type to you later.
Lord and Taylor's Christmas book is called "Share." It has all sorts of goodies of what people want and with coupons to get them at a better price. Hmmm.
Neiman Marcus' Christmas book is called "Champagne and Cupcakes." And life will be better for all -champagne and cupcakes. Hmmm.
These and many more Christmas books are available with an inevitable price to you. Oh yeah. . . In order to experience the joy, happiness, good life the books offer you have to pay.
Ahhh! But there is one book that offers joy and peace that is available year round. It directs you to a full life with joy in communion with the author and finisher. And the price has already been paid. It is offered to you free!
Why do you rush to the other books? Oh, I'm not saying to give up the fun of spending what you don't have to please people you don't like. OR to live larger than you can afford, to jump through one more hoop because you bought into the Christmas book. OR to substitute bought stuff for love. OR to stretch yourself to the limits for those you love when all they want is your love.
Check the book first. Enjoy the true reason for the upcoming season - the birth of One who lived, died, and lives in order that you can live freely. type to you later.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Listen, Thanks, Live
Listen. Listen to the words of the songs. Listen. Listen to the whisper of the wind. Listen. Listen to the beat of your heart. Listen. Listen to the guidance of Holy Spirit. And then follow that guidance. You see, the 'listening' sets you up, the following moves you up.
As you listen, be thankful for your blessings. Go ahead- count them. Just count the blessings today only. Oh you are blessed. Don't forget to thank God for those blessings. Listen. . . Thanks. . . Live! type to you later.
As you listen, be thankful for your blessings. Go ahead- count them. Just count the blessings today only. Oh you are blessed. Don't forget to thank God for those blessings. Listen. . . Thanks. . . Live! type to you later.
Monday, November 1, 2010
The Grasshopper's journey
Experiencing God. What does that look like? Yesterday, as I was leaving home, I noticed a large green grasshopper on the outside rear view mirror. I laughed when I thought about the grasshopper's surprise when he realizes that his destination is nothing like his starting place.
I thought about our experience with God. No matter when or how we come to God, it will be an experience. We will not stay in one place. Our journey's end will be nothing like our starting place. God takes us where we are and when we hang on- yes hang on, because it is indeed an experience; when we hang on we will have experienced God for self. You see, it is not about hearing others' experiences, not about reading of others' trials and triumphs through God but having a real relationship- one that you can hold on to yourself.
The grasshopper held on for at least two miles and then began to struggle to hold tight. It finally gave up and fell off. The cool part with God is when you make the decision to hang on God holds on when you are weak. Seek God- get your own experiences. type to you later.
I thought about our experience with God. No matter when or how we come to God, it will be an experience. We will not stay in one place. Our journey's end will be nothing like our starting place. God takes us where we are and when we hang on- yes hang on, because it is indeed an experience; when we hang on we will have experienced God for self. You see, it is not about hearing others' experiences, not about reading of others' trials and triumphs through God but having a real relationship- one that you can hold on to yourself.
The grasshopper held on for at least two miles and then began to struggle to hold tight. It finally gave up and fell off. The cool part with God is when you make the decision to hang on God holds on when you are weak. Seek God- get your own experiences. type to you later.
Monday, October 25, 2010
Bitter Vows
Bitter Vows. We all make them at some time or another. They are the things we say that we really should not say because they are released in the atmosphere. You know, "I'll never listen to her/him again," "I can do good all by myself." You know, those things that make us think we have regained control when we feel we have lost control. Now that that is out the way, let's move on.
One bitter vow that I had to come to terms with was, "I'm not used to this," -whatever the "this" is. It gave me a sense of control and superiority because I was not accustomed to such- whatever "it" was. Today- I renounced that vow and moved forward. Come on - who was I to assume that whatever position life arranges was not where I was to be? After all God is in control and not me. And that is good.
What bitter vows have you proclaimed? Take them one at a time and renounce them. Allow Holy Spirit to guide you through the process of release. I bless you with spiritual clarity. type to you later
One bitter vow that I had to come to terms with was, "I'm not used to this," -whatever the "this" is. It gave me a sense of control and superiority because I was not accustomed to such- whatever "it" was. Today- I renounced that vow and moved forward. Come on - who was I to assume that whatever position life arranges was not where I was to be? After all God is in control and not me. And that is good.
What bitter vows have you proclaimed? Take them one at a time and renounce them. Allow Holy Spirit to guide you through the process of release. I bless you with spiritual clarity. type to you later
Monday, October 18, 2010
60 is a Big Thing
There have been so many lessons that I have learned. There have been so many people to pass through my life. There have been times that I have been the teacher, and times that I have taught. I have had great moments and some not so great. I have ran wonders and sometimes walked slowy around.
I have been able to interact with so many in their life dramas. I have felt the pain of too many as their lives unfolded. There have been great teachable moments and some rough teachable moments. I have given to many and received far less in return. I have cared for those who did not express care for me. I have been faithful to institutions who were not faithful to me. It has been a great time of living and learning.
Yes indeed- 60 is a big thing. Of course, many times during these years I didn't handle things the way God directed; yet God loved me and presented many more opportunities to love God back. You see- it really is not about the people, places, or things you are surrounded with. It is how you love people or places through God, how you serve God by making a positive difference with things. Oh yeah- serving God is so much more than carrying a big bible that you don't read, or faking. . . you fill it in. Serving God serves others, it is finding your mission, your contribution to life and doing it. It is encouraging others to do the same.
I thank Father/Mother God for my parents who were here sixty years ago. Life is so short. I thank God for family and friends who have gone on. I thank God for my family and friends now, and for each life experience. You see, each life experience gives me another chance to grow in God's image. I thank everyone who offered birthday greetings. You blessed me.
Whatever age you are- get excited about the moment. God has given you years to grow and make a difference through loving and living the life God has given you. Quite a few people have shared with me their anguish in pleasing people. You only have God to please, people are benefited by it. Enjoy your life. I will enjoy mine. Although 120 is promised, I may not get another 60 years but I will enjoy whatever God has for me. Yes, 60 is a big thing. type to you later.
I have been able to interact with so many in their life dramas. I have felt the pain of too many as their lives unfolded. There have been great teachable moments and some rough teachable moments. I have given to many and received far less in return. I have cared for those who did not express care for me. I have been faithful to institutions who were not faithful to me. It has been a great time of living and learning.
Yes indeed- 60 is a big thing. Of course, many times during these years I didn't handle things the way God directed; yet God loved me and presented many more opportunities to love God back. You see- it really is not about the people, places, or things you are surrounded with. It is how you love people or places through God, how you serve God by making a positive difference with things. Oh yeah- serving God is so much more than carrying a big bible that you don't read, or faking. . . you fill it in. Serving God serves others, it is finding your mission, your contribution to life and doing it. It is encouraging others to do the same.
I thank Father/Mother God for my parents who were here sixty years ago. Life is so short. I thank God for family and friends who have gone on. I thank God for my family and friends now, and for each life experience. You see, each life experience gives me another chance to grow in God's image. I thank everyone who offered birthday greetings. You blessed me.
Whatever age you are- get excited about the moment. God has given you years to grow and make a difference through loving and living the life God has given you. Quite a few people have shared with me their anguish in pleasing people. You only have God to please, people are benefited by it. Enjoy your life. I will enjoy mine. Although 120 is promised, I may not get another 60 years but I will enjoy whatever God has for me. Yes, 60 is a big thing. type to you later.
Monday, October 11, 2010
Play it as a Winner
This week Artisphere opened in Rosyln (Arlington). One art piece was inspired by the artist who has skateboarded since a child. The piece has lifts and turns resembling a skateboard park in pieces. The reporter asked the artist what one could take away from the exhibit. As the artist was thinking I had my own thoughts.
Skateboarders flip high and low freely - right? Right. We, as believers, should be free to soar, yet daring enough to face the lows of the game. You should be ready for the challenge of life understanding that you will win. Play the game understanding that you win. Play it as a winner and you will soar. type to you later.
Skateboarders flip high and low freely - right? Right. We, as believers, should be free to soar, yet daring enough to face the lows of the game. You should be ready for the challenge of life understanding that you will win. Play the game understanding that you win. Play it as a winner and you will soar. type to you later.
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