tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10412310196324790362011-04-21T21:11:02.067-05:00Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. Romans 5:1-2Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10227835317860989860noreply@blogger.comBlogger451100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1041231019632479036.post-10499292403871092482009-03-28T18:12:00.001-05:002009-03-28T18:14:54.163-05:00

This song touches my heart right now, I hope it touches yours.

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I am asking for your prayers for this sweet baby boy. He was born last Friday and I was lucky enough to be able to visit with him and his mom that evening. Little Denali was born with downs syndrome and some heart problems. Shortly after my visit Denali was taken to the NICU and put on oxygen and has been there ever since. He has blue blood mixing with red blood and one of the parts of his heart

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Ok I've been reading Lysa's post for the last 2 days (if you haven't read them here's post 1 and post 2 ) and I know where her friend is at. Let me share a little more insight the past few years for our family.In March 2007 my husband went to the hospital with appendicitis, the Dr decided surgery would be the best option and it was done the next morning. Surgery went fine, appendix came out, was

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Ok like I said before my brain is fried...... I'm having a tough enough time homeschooling the kids right now let alone actually having thoughts that turn themselves into eloquent sentences. So I've decided to post a few things that I've recieved as emails.... stories and thoughts made to inspire and encourage us all. Since my thoughts might read like a Dr Suess story, except not that cute or

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I got this from a friend and wanted to share it with all of you since I'm having brain fry right now.11th- Thou shalt not worry,for worry is the most unproductive of all human activities.12th-Thou shalt not be fearful, for most of the things we fear never come to pass.13th-Thou shalt not cross bridges before you come to them,for no one has yet succeeded in accomplishing this.14th-Thou shalt

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Psalm 127:3 Children are an heritage the fruit of the womb is HIS reward.I just found out about this so I'm not sure how many of you have already heard (they have several facebook pages) Please read and feel free to share this with your fellow readers, bloggers and friends.What: Get red envelopes or postcards and mail them on March 31st to the White House When: March 31st, 2009Get a red envelope.

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Give your burdens to the Lord, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall. Psalm 55:22Really I don't worry all the time, there are times I stress about it, other times I agonize over it and yet still sometimes I will brood over a situation. Now I know all this isn't good for me and I know it never makes the situation any better but I can't help it, it's my

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Just an update or two since my brain has pretty much ceased working. Thankfully last night or was it really early this morning?? the surgeon decided he wanted an ultrasound before he went ahead , he said something was telling him it may not be her appendix. The ultrasound showed fluid in her pelvic region and they determined it was probably an ovarian cyst (since I've had these most of my life I

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Really, I want off. I would like a break from my life right now. I say this as I am sitting in the ER with my 12 yr old (broken arm child) waiting for Dr's to decide if she will be having emergency appendicitis surgery tonight. I am exhausted not physically (though i would much rather sleep in my bed tonight then the recliner in a hospital room) but emotionally. I have always believed the

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He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." Revelations 21:4 Life is painful. If you make it to the finish line unmarred, you must have been living under a rock. February was a rough month around here, and right now March is not off to a much better start. In the past few years I've lost all of

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Yikes, its been over a month since my last post. Things are never dull in this household, in the last month my brother got married, news of a good friend's pending divorce and separation, we had a dance showcase and our first dance competition, a broken bone, a new little cousin,a friend whose found out her soon to be born baby will most likely have downs syndrome , our dog diagnosed with

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All this political stuff going on this week has caused this song to be stuck in my head. I hope you enjoy the video and you will join me in prayer for our leaders, our country, for everyone that God would watch over us and bless us.

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I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 1 Timothy 1:1-2Today we inaugurated a new President. Isn't it an amazing thing that we live in a nation that allows such an event? We can voice opinions, we can voice dissent, we can

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It was not an easy eight years for you by any means; you had to make some very difficult decisions, many that we may never truly understand. There are facts and threats that we as normal citizens will never know about that you had to face and defend us from. Yet, the hate for you is overwhelming ,it is as if you were the sole decisions maker but often congress stood behind you on these matters.

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Sons are a heritage from the Lord, children a reward from him. Psalm 127:3Today is Right to life Sunday, a day for believers to stand up and and remember to be the voice for His little ones who have no voice yet. If you have had an abortion I don't condemn you, God offers forgiveness for all sins because all sins are equal in His eyes. For you I pray that you would find healing in His love and

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Wow last year was quite a year. As a nation we now have our first black President-elect, we had a woman running as VP in the same election, we had people passionate about our election process again, we saw some of the highest foreclosure rates and gas prices in history, and we need to find healing and unity so we can stand together in coming years to face our enemies.There were so many changes

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I am so loving this group right now and this is one of my favorite Christmas song they do it always cracks me up and makes my 7yr old beg me to play it again and again so I thought I would share it with all of you. I hope your homes and hearts are prepared for the Blessed celebration of our Saviors birth.

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I've become convinced that the world, ok maybe just the Western World, more specifically America, has gone mad. Today as I sat in holiday traffic, I marveled at what was going on around me. People everywhere, "rushing" in and out of stores, busily squirreling away gift-giving items for the upcoming big day. But, why?Currently, our country is in a huge tug-of-war over this particular holiday. Take

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I received this in an email from a friend and loved it so I figured I would post it and share.'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house Not a creature was stirring - not even a mouse. The children were nestled all snug in their beds While visions of Christmas gifts danced in their heads. A holiday Barbie, some video games, A basketball goal and some new rollerblades, A new

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I love Christmas. I love the music, the cookies, the warm fuzzies I get. I remember loving going to midnight service with my family. I love reading to story of Christ's birth. I love Santa and the reindeer. I love the fact that if there ever is any goodwill toward men it's usually in this month. I love the feeling I get when I have the money to pick some tags off a giving tree and KNOW that I'm

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A temporary employee for the Wal-Mart at Green Acres Mall in Valley Stream, New York died as a stampede of Black Friday holiday shoppers surged into the store at the 5:00 AM opening time, knocking the doors off of their hinges and blocking efforts by other employees to aid those caught in the chaos.This man died because he got in the way of a mob intent on doing their holiday shopping, many of

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Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Hebrews 13:2How many times has it happened to you, you've seen that person in the parking lot asking for help, asking for a hand out but you continue on. I hate to admit it I tend to, it's outside my comfort zone to stop and figure out what they need I see it as putting myself at risk. Last night

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But there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the sovereign Lord who bought them-bringing swift destruction on themselves.Many will follow their shameful ways and will bring the way of truth into disrepute. 2 Peter 2:1-2Have you ever felt like the Lord was putting something

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Yesterday was a beautiful day, we had the chance to head out and visit with Jena and her family. This was really the first time since she was diagnosed that we headed out there and she had not just gotten out of the hospital. She was looking good and we were able to spend the day talking and forgetting about the cancer. We talked about our upcoming plans for the holidays, dealing with teenagers

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Many government buildings in Washington, D.C., have Bible verses etched into their walls. Our coins carry the inscription, "In God we trust." The president and other officials are sworn into office with a hand on the Scriptures. All of these are signs of our country's Judeo-Christian foundation. Yet despite our heritage, many current government leaders take a cynical view of religion. Certain

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Remind your people to submit to the government and its officers. They should be obedient, always ready to do what is good.- Titus 3:1Obey the government, for God is the one who put it there. All governments have been placed in power by God.-Romans 13:1Ok I didn't vote for Obama, that shouldn't be a shock to any of you. I didn't agree with many of his policies and I have serious questions about

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When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not shouting "I'm clean living'." I'm whispering "I was lost, now I'm forgiven and found."When I say... "I am a Christian" I don't speak of this with pride. I'm confessing that I stumble and need Christ to be my guide.When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not trying to be strong. I'm professing that I'm weak and need His strength to carry on.When I say... "I am

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God will always give what is right to his people who cry to him night and day, and he will not be slow to answer them. Luke 18:7

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If my people, which are called by My name shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from Heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14This is the scariest election we as Christians have ever faced and from the looks of the polls, the Christians aren't voting Christian values. We all need to be on our

Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10227835317860989860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1041231019632479036.post-62757879060744010452008-09-19T22:47:00.003-05:002008-12-08T16:06:41.521-06:00

Do you think I came to bring peace on earth? No, I tell you, but division. Luke 12:51Here it is, God's Word, not man; God Himself telling us that it isn't all hugs and kisses and everything being peaceful. We should know that He Himself suffered for the cause when He walked here on Earth among men.Why is it then that many Christians and churches feel that they only needs to reflect on "PEACE and

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There are many things I am good at in life, but growing plants is not one of them. I tend to kill them, mind you that is never my intention I water them, give them sun and plant food but they fail to thrive. My 7yr old daughter likes to remind me of this fact whenever I look at a plant she will in her squeakiest voice say "Nooo leave me here. I don't want to die." thus speaking for the plant. I

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Cancer, have you really given the word much thought? It's quite scary sounding. All by it's self its intimidating, but add the word breast in front of it and have your best friend tell you she has it..... forget it its Earth shattering. From the looks of it this cancer's going to be a tough one to beat. The doctors are not sounding very encouraging giving her 6mo - 5yrs. The cancer has already

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You say: 'It's impossible' God says: All things are possible (Luke 18:27) You say: 'I'm too tired' God says: I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28-30) You say: 'Nobody can love me' God says: I love you (John 3:1 6 & John 3:34 ) You say: 'I can't go on' God says: My grace is sufficient (II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 1:15) You say: 'I can't figure things out' God says: I will

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Have you ever found yourself comfortable with where your life was at the moment? Comfortable enough that if you felt God sending you a message with a change in directions you might argue with him about it? I know I have been doing that lately and they go something like this."me God? Are you sure? I'm just not ready for this. I'm still trying to get my life back in order from everything last year

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I think it's about time we brought Him back don't you??

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When Lazarus was dying, his sisters urgently called for Jesus. Imagine their grief when He didn’t instantly respond to their request. God’s silence is difficult to accept. We want Him to leap into action when we call; when we are hurting for him to remove the pain, or when we our desiring to have our wants fulfilled. But since He promises to meet our needs, we can be sure that silence from

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Has somebody inspired you recently? Then it's your turn to go out and inspire somebody else.Has somebody convinced you that the best way to look is up? Then it's your turn to go out and convince somebody else to look up.Has somebody blessed you? Then it's your turn to go out and bless somebody else.Life, you see, really does work best when we don't hoard the things we are given, but share them,

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And let the peace of God rule in your hearts,to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. ~ Colossians 3:15 Have you ever had one of those days when there was so much confusion whirling around your head that you felt like screaming, STOP? We all have these days, and when you do, your temptation is to lash out in an ugly way or to become depressed over it. However, neither

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Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has gone through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess.For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are-yet was without sin.~Hebrews 4:14-15People often try to find the words that offer comfort to others who

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Who will cry for the little girl?Lost and all alone.Who will cry for the little girl?Abandoned without her own.Who will cry for the little girl?She cried herself to sleep.Who will cry for the little girl?She never had for keeps.Who will cry for the little girl?She walked the burning sand.Who will cry for the little girl?The girl inside a woman.Who will cry for the little girl?Who knew well hurt

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Throughout history, women have created ways to bond with each other without a whole lot of fuss. We seem to know how to help each other navigate the white-waters of our journeys, how to mark life's passages, great and small, how to listen, and how simply to be present.In the rituals of female banter, we explore the intricacies of our relationships and the complexity of our life situations. At our

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As I awoke this morning I had the song "They will know we are Christians by our Love" stuck in my head. I'm not sure why, it's a song I remember singing as a child but I don't recall hearing it recently, but i think it might be God trying to refocus my path. The verse that keeps going through my head goes like this:We will work with each other, We will work side by sideWe will work with each

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who, by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body.~ Philippians 3:21When I'm furniture shopping I often find myself heading straight to the scratched and dented area first. Why? Because I know that while these pieces may have some physical flaws they are still are still usable. The scratch on the

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