May 5
I'm sorry, but I am no longer able to keep up with this blog, so thanks for reading and God Bless.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Listening to Jesus calling
May 4
Meet Me in morning stillness, while the earth is fresh with the dew of My presence. Worship Me in the beauty of holiness. Sing love songs to My holy Name. As you give yourself to Me, My Spirit swells within you till you are flooded with divine Presence.
The world's way of pursuing riches is grasping and hoarding. You attain My riches by letting go and giving. The more you give yourself to Me and My ways, the more I fill you with inexspressible, heavenly Joy. (Psalms 29:2; 1 Peter 1:8)
Meet Me in morning stillness, while the earth is fresh with the dew of My presence. Worship Me in the beauty of holiness. Sing love songs to My holy Name. As you give yourself to Me, My Spirit swells within you till you are flooded with divine Presence.
The world's way of pursuing riches is grasping and hoarding. You attain My riches by letting go and giving. The more you give yourself to Me and My ways, the more I fill you with inexspressible, heavenly Joy. (Psalms 29:2; 1 Peter 1:8)
Listening to Jesus calling
May 3
You cannot serve two masters. If I am truly your Master, you will desire to please Me above all others. If pleasing people is your goal, you will be enslaved to them. People can be harsh taskmasters when you give them this power over you.
If I am the Master of your life, I wil also be your First Love. Your serving Me is rooted and grounded in My vast, unconditional Love for you. The lower you bow down before Me, the higher I lift you up into intimate relationship with Me. The Joy of living in My Presence outshines all other pleasures. I want you to reflect My joyous Light by living in increasing intimacy with Me. (Matt. 6:24; Rev. 2:4; Ephes. 3:16 - 17; Psalm 16:11)
You cannot serve two masters. If I am truly your Master, you will desire to please Me above all others. If pleasing people is your goal, you will be enslaved to them. People can be harsh taskmasters when you give them this power over you.
If I am the Master of your life, I wil also be your First Love. Your serving Me is rooted and grounded in My vast, unconditional Love for you. The lower you bow down before Me, the higher I lift you up into intimate relationship with Me. The Joy of living in My Presence outshines all other pleasures. I want you to reflect My joyous Light by living in increasing intimacy with Me. (Matt. 6:24; Rev. 2:4; Ephes. 3:16 - 17; Psalm 16:11)
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Listening to Jesus calling
May 2
Living in dependence on Me is the way to enjoy abundant life. You are learning to appreciate tough times, because they amplify your awareness of My Presence. Tasks that you used to dread are becoming rich opportunities to enjoy My closeness. When you feel tired, you remember that I am your Strength; you take pleasure in leaning on Me. I am pleased by your tendency to turn to Me more and more frequently, especially when you are alone.
When you are with other peopole, you often lose sight of My Presence. Your fear of displeasing people puts you in bondage to them, and they become your primary focus. When you realize this has happened, whisper My Name; this tiny act of trust brings Me to the forefront of your consciousness, where I belong. As you bask in the blessing of My nearness, My life can flow through you to others. This is abundant life! (Prov. 29:25; John 10:10)
Living in dependence on Me is the way to enjoy abundant life. You are learning to appreciate tough times, because they amplify your awareness of My Presence. Tasks that you used to dread are becoming rich opportunities to enjoy My closeness. When you feel tired, you remember that I am your Strength; you take pleasure in leaning on Me. I am pleased by your tendency to turn to Me more and more frequently, especially when you are alone.
When you are with other peopole, you often lose sight of My Presence. Your fear of displeasing people puts you in bondage to them, and they become your primary focus. When you realize this has happened, whisper My Name; this tiny act of trust brings Me to the forefront of your consciousness, where I belong. As you bask in the blessing of My nearness, My life can flow through you to others. This is abundant life! (Prov. 29:25; John 10:10)
Friday, May 1, 2009
Some things you just gotta share....
Got this on an email today and just had to share. Sometimes you see something that you would really love to have witnessed....check this out. You just gotta love ol' Maxine.
One day employment
So after landing my new job as a Wal-Mart greeter, a good find for many retirees, I lasted less than a day......
About two hours into my first day on the job a very loud, unattractive, mean-acting woman walked into the store with her two kids, yelling obscenities at them all the way through the entrance.
As I had been instructed, I said pleasantly, 'Good morning and welcome to Wal-Mart. Nice children you have there. Are they twins?' The ugly woman stopped yelling long enough to say, 'Hell no, they ain't twins. The oldest one's 9, and the other one's 7. Why the hell would you think they're twins? Are you blind, or just stupid?'
So I replied, 'I'm neither blind nor stupid, Ma'am, I just couldn't believe someone slept with you twice.. Have a good day and thank you for shopping at Wal-Mart.'
My supervisor said I probably wasn't cut out for this line of work.
Listening to Jesus calling
May 1
You are on the path of My choosing. There is no randomess about your life. Here and Now comprise the coordinates of your daily life. Most people let their moments slip through their fingers, half-lived. They avoid the present by worrying about thefuture or longing for a better time and place. They forget that they are creatures who are subject to the limitations of time and space. They forget their Creator, who walks with them only in the present.
Every moment is alive with My glorious Presence, to those whose hearts are intimately connected with Mine. As you give yourself more and mopre to a life of constant communion with Me, you will find that you simply have no time for worry. Thus, you are freed to let My Spirit direct your steps, enabling you to walk along the path of Peace. (Luke 12:25-26; Luke 1:79)
You are on the path of My choosing. There is no randomess about your life. Here and Now comprise the coordinates of your daily life. Most people let their moments slip through their fingers, half-lived. They avoid the present by worrying about thefuture or longing for a better time and place. They forget that they are creatures who are subject to the limitations of time and space. They forget their Creator, who walks with them only in the present.
Every moment is alive with My glorious Presence, to those whose hearts are intimately connected with Mine. As you give yourself more and mopre to a life of constant communion with Me, you will find that you simply have no time for worry. Thus, you are freed to let My Spirit direct your steps, enabling you to walk along the path of Peace. (Luke 12:25-26; Luke 1:79)
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Listening to Jesus calling
April 30
When some basic need is lacking -- time, energy, money -- consider yourself blessed. Your very lack is an opportunity to latch onto Me in unashamed dependence. When you begin a day with inadequate resources, you must concentrate your efforts on the present moment. This is where you are meant to live -- in the present; it is the place where I always await you. Awareness of your inadequacy is a rich blessing, training you to rely wholeheartedly on Me.
The truth is that self-sufficiency is a myth perpetuated by pride and temporary success. Health and wealth can disappear instantly, as can life itself. Rejoice in your insufficiency, knowing that My Power is made perfect in weakness. (James 1:2; 2 Corin. 12:9)
When some basic need is lacking -- time, energy, money -- consider yourself blessed. Your very lack is an opportunity to latch onto Me in unashamed dependence. When you begin a day with inadequate resources, you must concentrate your efforts on the present moment. This is where you are meant to live -- in the present; it is the place where I always await you. Awareness of your inadequacy is a rich blessing, training you to rely wholeheartedly on Me.
The truth is that self-sufficiency is a myth perpetuated by pride and temporary success. Health and wealth can disappear instantly, as can life itself. Rejoice in your insufficiency, knowing that My Power is made perfect in weakness. (James 1:2; 2 Corin. 12:9)
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Listening to Jesus calling
April 29
Let Me teach you thankfulness. Begin by acknowledging that everything -- all your possessions and all that you are -- belongs to Me. The dawning of each new day is a gift from Me, not to be taken for granted. The earth is vibrantly alive with My blessings, giving vivid testimony to My Presence. If you slow down your pace of life, you can find Me anywhere.
Some of My most precious children have been laid aside in sick beds or shut away in prisons. Others have voluntarily learned the discipline of spending time alone with Me. The secret of being thankful is learning to see everything from My perspective. My world is your classroom. My Word is a lamp to your feet and a light for your path. (Heb. 12:28-29; Psalm 119:105)
Let Me teach you thankfulness. Begin by acknowledging that everything -- all your possessions and all that you are -- belongs to Me. The dawning of each new day is a gift from Me, not to be taken for granted. The earth is vibrantly alive with My blessings, giving vivid testimony to My Presence. If you slow down your pace of life, you can find Me anywhere.
Some of My most precious children have been laid aside in sick beds or shut away in prisons. Others have voluntarily learned the discipline of spending time alone with Me. The secret of being thankful is learning to see everything from My perspective. My world is your classroom. My Word is a lamp to your feet and a light for your path. (Heb. 12:28-29; Psalm 119:105)
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Listening to Jesus calling
April 28
As you look into the day that stretches out before you, you see many choice-points along the way. The myriad possibilities these choices present can confuse you. Draw your mind back to the threshold of this day, where I stand beside you, lovingly preparing you for what is ahead.
You must make your choices one at a time, since each is contingent upon the decision that precedes it. Instead of trying to create a mental map of your path through this day, focus on My loving Presence with you. I will equip you as you go, so that you can handle whatever comes your way. Trust Me to supply what you need when you need it. (Lamen. 3:22-26; Psalm 34:8)
As you look into the day that stretches out before you, you see many choice-points along the way. The myriad possibilities these choices present can confuse you. Draw your mind back to the threshold of this day, where I stand beside you, lovingly preparing you for what is ahead.
You must make your choices one at a time, since each is contingent upon the decision that precedes it. Instead of trying to create a mental map of your path through this day, focus on My loving Presence with you. I will equip you as you go, so that you can handle whatever comes your way. Trust Me to supply what you need when you need it. (Lamen. 3:22-26; Psalm 34:8)
Monday, April 27, 2009
Musings
April 27
I had a wonderful mother-in-law, Dottie. She was only 38 years old, when we made her a grandmother. She was Webster's definition of a grandmother (well, I lied! Webster's says: 1:the mother of one's father or mother. 2. a female ancestor). So, what I am trying to get across, is that she was kind, wise, witty and always there for all of us, including her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
When I met Dottie and Bunny for the first time, I knew that Robin was the one for me. When we got married, I didn't just wed Robin, I married the whole family. Dottie drove me to Saurita, AZ so that I could see Robin on week-ends, while he was at Ft. Huachuca, AZ. We went to see her brother, Chan, first in Almogordo, N.M. Then, we met Robin in El Paso, for one night and went to Juarez (our first touch with Mexico). It was safe back then. We went on to Arizona and the following week-end, she took us to see Ed Beebe, a former employer of Bunny's, in Tombstone, AZ. We had a great time. She was always willing to jump in a car or on an airplane and go somewhere if we wanted her to.
Robin got home from AZ, for a month's leave, on about April 1, 1968. Our daughter, Lori, was born on April 18, 1968 and Dottie rode with us to the hospital in Casper. The roads had been horrible and closed for most of the day, but it was 2 am and they were open, again. She had to go find my mother, because the phone had been left off the hook, and brought her to the hospital. Everything went ok and in a few days, we went back to Dottie's house. Robin was only there for about 5 days, before he shipped out to Vietnam. He was gone for a year and Dottie and Bunny helped me with the baby. I spent much more time there, than I did in Casper with my Mom. It just seemed like home.
Dottie has been on my mind a lot the last few days. Yesterday, we went to Sandy Dixon's to play guitars and I fixed Dottie's recipe for Carmel Corn. Everyone enjoyed it and I really felt her presence in the room.
I pray that all of you that have living mothers and mothers-in-law, take the time to listen to them and let them know how much you love them. We all need to hear those words once in a while. God Bless.
I had a wonderful mother-in-law, Dottie. She was only 38 years old, when we made her a grandmother. She was Webster's definition of a grandmother (well, I lied! Webster's says: 1:the mother of one's father or mother. 2. a female ancestor). So, what I am trying to get across, is that she was kind, wise, witty and always there for all of us, including her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
When I met Dottie and Bunny for the first time, I knew that Robin was the one for me. When we got married, I didn't just wed Robin, I married the whole family. Dottie drove me to Saurita, AZ so that I could see Robin on week-ends, while he was at Ft. Huachuca, AZ. We went to see her brother, Chan, first in Almogordo, N.M. Then, we met Robin in El Paso, for one night and went to Juarez (our first touch with Mexico). It was safe back then. We went on to Arizona and the following week-end, she took us to see Ed Beebe, a former employer of Bunny's, in Tombstone, AZ. We had a great time. She was always willing to jump in a car or on an airplane and go somewhere if we wanted her to.
Robin got home from AZ, for a month's leave, on about April 1, 1968. Our daughter, Lori, was born on April 18, 1968 and Dottie rode with us to the hospital in Casper. The roads had been horrible and closed for most of the day, but it was 2 am and they were open, again. She had to go find my mother, because the phone had been left off the hook, and brought her to the hospital. Everything went ok and in a few days, we went back to Dottie's house. Robin was only there for about 5 days, before he shipped out to Vietnam. He was gone for a year and Dottie and Bunny helped me with the baby. I spent much more time there, than I did in Casper with my Mom. It just seemed like home.
Dottie has been on my mind a lot the last few days. Yesterday, we went to Sandy Dixon's to play guitars and I fixed Dottie's recipe for Carmel Corn. Everyone enjoyed it and I really felt her presence in the room.
I pray that all of you that have living mothers and mothers-in-law, take the time to listen to them and let them know how much you love them. We all need to hear those words once in a while. God Bless.
Listening to Jesus calling
April 27
Come to Me with empty hands and an open heart, ready to receive abundant blessings. I know the depth and breadth of your neediness. Your life-path has been difficult, draining you of strength. Come to Me for nurture. Let Me fill you up with My Presence: I in you and you in Me.
My Power flows most freely into weak ones aware of their need for Me. Faltering steps of dependence are not lack of faith; they are links to My Presence. (John 17:20-23; Isaiah 40:29-31)
Come to Me with empty hands and an open heart, ready to receive abundant blessings. I know the depth and breadth of your neediness. Your life-path has been difficult, draining you of strength. Come to Me for nurture. Let Me fill you up with My Presence: I in you and you in Me.
My Power flows most freely into weak ones aware of their need for Me. Faltering steps of dependence are not lack of faith; they are links to My Presence. (John 17:20-23; Isaiah 40:29-31)
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