So it's 2010 already!
WoW!

Where has this last year gone? I have to say for me this will be a warm welcome....bring it on 2010! I had allot of sleepless nights in 2009! I am looking forward to making this coming year a brighter and better year all around!

I have had allot of down time this last two weeks before the closing of 2009, to reflect on my life over this last 12 months. I have also taken the time, ( time being something I have had very little of these past 12 months to do much of anything other than work and well work.) to browse around www and read a little of what my family and friends and yes even acquaintances have had to say about the ending of 2009 and the beginning of 2010. I have read some cliche statements an some sappy ones. Some very pessimistic ones and optimistic ones. However in all of my wanderings I have come across a certain common ground among just about all of everyone's "two cents"... that being "2009 wasn't the best of years and we want 2010 to be a better one!"

How to make that happen? THAT is where all the difference in opinion comes in!

I have a personal favorite of all the blogs and status' I have read...although I must say it was very difficult to narrow it down to just one as there were sooooo many good ones out there!

I tend to stick the train of thought that WE make the year the year doesn't make itself.

Out of about a 100 or so blogs and or status that I read I chose this status by Dexter Francois

People who soar are those who refuse to sit back, sigh and wish things would change. They neither complain of their lot nor passively dream of some distant ship coming in. Rather, they visualize in their minds that they are not quitters; they will not allow life's circumstances to push them down and hold them under~ Author Unknown. Use this as a reminder for 2010. This will be your best year ever.

Well I would like to encourage everyone to keep on keepin' on this coming New Year of 2010!
and
Please remember you are never alone as you travel through life! We have a friend that sticks closer than a brother! (Proverbs 18:24)
And If you ever find yourself having one of those "sleepless nights" just give the Lord a holler. He will be right there with you as He doesn't slumber or sleep....ever......!
He's too busy watching over you!

Shalom my friends!!!
Happy Happy New year!

Spiritual Warfare

Ephesians 6:1-18

"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints."


Hebrews 13:5 ".....for He himself has said, I will never leave you nor forsake you."


The ultimate price has been paid. "Let us therefor come boldly to the throne of grace, that we might obtain mercy and find grace to help in the time of need." Hebrews 4:16




In the heat of battle - in the fire of the Master's Kiln


We may often times feel alone but we need to remember the truth is we are never alone.

Jesus promised He would never leave us nor forsake us that He would be with us until the end of the age.
Hebrews 13 & Matthew 28

But He said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you for my power is made perfect in weakness." 2 Corinthians 12:9

A Walk Through a Moment of Temptation

1Cor.: 10:13 “No temptation has seized you except that which is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond that which you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide you a way out so that you can stand firm under it.”
Eph.: 612 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world.”

Glory to the Lord for he is worthy to be praised!
Glory to the Lord of hosts!
I shall forever and always praise his wonderful name!
Though my day brings me much grief and trials of many kinds
The Lord is still worthy and from my lips shall his praises be raised!
Glory to God in the highest! Glory forever more!

In the heavens and on this earth war is being waged
Still praises to my God shall I sing forever more!
Worthy is the Lamb upon the throne!
Principalities and powers of this dark world racing here and there
Still greater is the Lord of Hosts Glory to his name!
All Glory to the Name of the Lord!

Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord!
Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord!
Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord!

Like a whirlwind of darkness I feel the enemy all around
Still I praise the name of the Lord of hosts!
Glory to the King of Kings who forever is in control
Greater is he that is in me than he that is in the world
Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord!
Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord!

Flying at me from every direction words of doubt and fear
Still standing firm I cry aloud ~ Praise the Lord O my soul!
Cast your care on the Lord He not let you fall!
Overwhelmed with temptation the enemy’s face are those I love
I cry out to God above ~ I will YET PRAISE YOU! God of mercy come now!
Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord! Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord!

Sudden hush in the air ~ the scent of defeat is strong
Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord of Hosts! Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord!
Praise the Lord of Glory! Worthy is the Lamb!
The direction of the wind is changing ~ I feel the Spirit of God breath upon me
Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord! Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord!
Worthy to be Praise! Glory to the Lamb upon the throne!

Love now fills the air dispelling the whirlwind of darkness around me
Glory to you O my God! Glory to you alone!
Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord! Holy ~ Holy ~ Holy is the Lord!
Faithful and true is the Lord of hosts ~ Caring for me is He
I shall forever and always give glory to His wonderful name!
Jesus! I love you, precious Jesus! Glory is YOURS forever and always!

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Thank you Lord That Your Promises are Yes and Amen!

This Too Shall Pass

Perhaps This Too shall Pass

Autumn was brisk, cold and very short this year.

The leaves took no time to fall and cover the nearly already frozen ground.

It isn’t even the first week in December and the chill of winter has made its way about.

Perhaps Mother Nature has come about to feelings of empathy for me,

As I too have a heart that has changed from warm to cold in an abnormally short a time.

A love of many years is responsible for these many tears falling quickly down my cheeks to a cold and weary heart.

I cannot take time. I no longer have the strength to gracefully mourn my broken heart.

One time too many, one word too harsh, like the wind so strong and too cold for

a tree to hold on to her last few colorful leaves; I cannot.

So here I am, just this skeleton of a once beautiful blossoming tree, barren, shivering, and dry. Just as the tree sheds her last leaf in Autumn I now have no more tears to left to cry.

Nothing to shelter me from the harsh freezing winds, my insides all out in the open for the world to see, as my new life begins.

I turn deep within myself and pull strength from my inner source. Just as the tree lives off its root system, I must depend on my own root system, my Lord.

He is my Rock and my Salvation, a very present help in time of tribulation. When I need a shelter I go to Him and I need a shelter. When I need comfort He is my comforter. I need comfort. When I need counsel, I go to Him and I need counsel.

Yes, I will go to Him.

Perhaps just as the tree looses its leaves in Autumn and then again springs forth new life in the Spring, I too shall be given such a blessed cycle of life. Perhaps I too, shall have this to look forward to.

Perhaps, this too shall pass.

As for now, I am shivering and my heart is cold. I only have eyes to see the cold winter ahead. The one who I love, who has stripped me of my leaves and tossed me to the wayside, is but a piercing gust of freezing wind that shrieks past my the nakedness of my heart from time to time only to remind me that I am less than what I ought to be to the one I love.

Perhaps, this too shall pass.

So much for freedom......I can't get myself to say good-bye....

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Want A

LOOK INTO THE FUTURE of AMERICA

*

then watch the movie

*

"Doctor Zhivago"

and FOCUS on the part where

HE is FORCED to work

and the fact that his home is taken away from him...BY THE GOVERNMENT.

~gee~

Thank you Mr. President

R.I.P.

America the Beautiful Land of the Free

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Some times all we can do is cry out to the Lord
Just cry out


Oh Lord have Mercy!!!

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A post from "Anonymous"

The closer I get to you

So he hates me

He doesn’t listen to me

He screams and yells

And words I would never want my worst enemy to have to hear come like a title wave crashing over me

HELP!!!!!

Oh Lord…..how much can my heart take of this?

What have I done to him?

Nothing

Still….He becomes colder and colder and colder

“YOU! YOU! YOU!” ….is all he answers back…..when I try to figure out why

I want to run away….I can’t run away

Deep down inside…I know the reason why…..it’s you

The closer we get; you and I; the more angry he gets

It all comes out….everything about anything about nothing

It doesn’t matter

There’s so much anger

So much anger

Anger

So much Anger

He hates me

He hates you

The closer I get to you

You know sometimes you just need to write.

This is one of those times.
It's the "Holidays!" Oh yippee!... :)

Or is it yippee? I men, come on can I get real here? What is so "yippee" about it? My days are long, (as normal) my kids are busy as usual and I don't hear from them .... so if I think about it being the "holidays" and this time ....supposed to be "special and all" that actually makes me kinda sad. Then there's the fact that I have a some what religiously blended house hold, (if you will ) goodness knows that doesn't make it any easier to celebrate and experience spontaneous "joy". (Again, it actaully has the opposite affect and in turn makes me work all the harder to bring about the Christmas/ Hanukkah spirit)

Just ...."being that it is the holidays" that itself doesn't magically transpose the season into the cheerfulness that is portrayed constantly every where on the billboards and radio and T.V. and even church. (although I wish it did!)

Instead for me and I am quite sure for many other, the holidays is a time of sadness and loneliness and even a time time that many may wish to come and go in great haste.

There are so many reasons, that we may never know of.....so many friends and even church family....neighbors....strangers on the street; who have no one during this time of year to share ... "The Holidays" with....but would NEVER tell anyone. Sad-but true. Others who are not alone, that we can see.... but just have broken hearts and broken families.

Let's take the time during this blessed Holiday season........to reach out.....in prayer FIRST. To be sensitive in spirit and remember our neighbors....our church family.....and those we see but do not know during the time we are enjoying ourselves with those we love.

I am thinking of a dear dear precious, woman of God right now.....who would not want me to mention her name (I know) so humble, so giving.....she is spending he Christmas with the poorest of the poor here in the USA. She herself has been forgotten by her own. I love you sweet sister! I wish I could join you! You will be in my prayers!

Happy

Chanukkah

Merry Christmas!

Tough Love from Above

Wow.....okay.....I may get some hits on "this" one but I just gotta say something about it.

The spirit of religion is getting just a little too outta hand here these days.....or maybe it's the need/desire to be "right"....or a little of both.

When I say "Religion" you may think of a particular denomination i.e. Catholic's or Lutheran's or Baptist's or something of that nature...but I am not talking about a certain denomination I am referring to religion as is defined in the Webster's dictionary i.e. 1) a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe. 2) a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny.

Don't misunderstand me here, it is good; in fact I believe necessary for us as followers of Yeshua/Jesus to have "religion" (as previously defined above). However when this becomes the guide in our life and measuring stick by which we make all our choices rather than our "relationship" with Yehsua/Jesus THAT'S when it becomes problematic.

For instance; the word of God ....the Torah...the Holy Scripture is given to guide us through life's journey and be a tool and an answer book if you will for every question we might encounter; should we take the time to read/study it.
Much of the time we need only find the answer once and when the situation, be it a common one, comes up again we will know already how to handle it because we have read the Holy Scripture and know of it's wisdom and instruction on that given subject.

*** Example - A group of believers are gathering for prayer and worship. - The question is, "Should you go and join them in fellowship? According to the word of God?"....... Well...the BIBLE says....Yes. (Hebrews 10:25)

Please tell me , why must we "PRAY" about such things?

Now I can understand praying about many, many other things. But praying about whether or not we should come together and pray one with another....support each other...and worship the Lord?.....Oh Pllllleeeease!

We have the free will NOT to go. But that is where it stops. If we think God is telling us NOT TO GO support someone who is on the front lines of ministry and is asking us for prayer....and telling us NOT to worship with each other and encourage each other when the Word of God clearly tells us otherwise?....NOPE....Unless God has told us to GO some where else to do something of like value....we ARE HEARING WRONG.

AND AGAIN AmyColleen will say....time to GET TOGETHER CHURCH! STOP living APART and START acting LIKE ONE BODY!

If I have to live alone to do and say what I am called to do and say....I will.... and I won't be the only one. This is the season to love....and not yourself but everyone else.

Let just say for the record.

From experience.....it hurts....allot.

Thankfully.....the great physician is with you all the way!

Shalom,

AmyColleen

He told me to post this today....

I was on my way out the door to work. I had had on "okay"....that turned into a "wonderful morning filled with praise and awesome intimate time with Jesus!

As I was on my way "literally out the door", I heard that wonderful small still voice say to me, "Psalm 42."

I went to my bible, singing along the way "as a deer panting for the water......" (as I it was that Psalm about the deer panting for the water) but when I opened my Bible to Psalm 42 I had an incredible unexpected surprise!

I found not only the following verse....but a a little peice of paper with a short saying on it, I had saved; that went totally with Psalm 42.

Anyway...below is the little saying and the Psalm...I found it to be QUITE amazing that the two were on the same page in my Bible and the Lord told me specifically to go there today!

I KNOW that "I" needed to here this today....and since the Lord spoke to me agin in that small still voice and said, "Post it."
I would venture a guess....someone else needs to hear it as well!

Be Blessed my friends!

Love in Yeshua HaMashiach, God's Own Amy Colleen


My Little Piece of Paper I found in my Bible on the same page as Psalm 42 "Joys are often the shadows cast by sorrows."

Psalm 42

As the deer pants for streams of water,
so my soul pants for you, O God.

My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.
When can I go and meet with God?

My tears have been my food
day and night,
while men say to me all day long,
"Where is your God?"

These things I remember
as I pour out my soul:
how I used to go with the multitude,
leading the procession to the house of God,
with shouts of joy and thanksgiving
among the festive throng.

Why are you downcast, O my soul?
Why so disturbed within me?
Put your hope in God,
for I will yet praise him,
my Savior and my God.
My ^[c] soul is downcast within me;
therefore I will remember you
from the land of the Jordan,
the heights of Hermon—from Mount Mizar.

Deep calls to deep
in the roar of your waterfalls;
all your waves and breakers
have swept over me.

By day the LORD directs his love,
at night his song is with me—
a prayer to the God of my life.

I say to God my Rock,
"Why have you forgotten me?
Why must I go about mourning,
oppressed by the enemy?"

My bones suffer mortal agony
as my foes taunt me,
saying to me all day long,
"Where is your God?"

Why are you downcast, O my soul?
Why so disturbed within me?
Put your hope in God,
for I will yet praise him,
my Savior and my God.

It's the most WONDERFUL tine of the year!

Okay.....will you PLEASE tell me WHY during this "special " time of year....the time of year everyone is supposed to be ..."so cheerful and happy and FULL of love" it is JUST THE OPPOSITE?

I am not talking "everyone else" either!

I am talking everyone I run into! All the church attending synagogue going mosque patrons there are!

What ever happened to ...."It's the most wonderful time of the year......."

It just seems to get progressively worse every year and you know I can't find a single individual that will admit to taking part in the effort of "grumpordum" (((new word))) but I think we have all at one time or another fallen prey to it's almost uncontrollable and most assuredly undisrable outbursts from time to time.; leaving the person or persons on the receiving end feeling less than "wonderful"....this time of year!

I truly do think we need to take some time, no matter what we celebrate, be it Christmas Day, Ede, Sukot or Hanukkah and seriously THINK about WHY we are celebrating. The Spirit of the matter...you know?

I seriously think we get way too hung up on our selves sometimes... (.again, Amy's pet peeve) and separate from each other and focus on the "celebration" and "tradition" far more than we should rather than giving the weight of the excitement and reverence and respect to the REASON behind the HOLIDAY! ~ Ya know what I mean?

I am by NO means saying we should be little the celebrations for any of the above mentioned! On the contrary, I think if we were to do a little better job of "focusing:" on the reason behind the celebrations I think it would lend to a far greater and much more memorable time!

I guess I am just a wee little tired of all the ruckus of the "Holiday" season.
Which is so sad, because I love the holidays and I truly believe we are suppose to love this time of year!
But I also don't think we are suppose to have hearts full of unforgivness and bitterness during this time of year either....and I think that is why sooo many get so up tight....maybe that is why my heart is so grieved right now....because of the unrest that is so prevalent in society.

(((sigh)))

Oh well....what can "we" do but love through Yeshua HaMashiach!


Merry Christ Mass every one!

Happy Hanukkah!!!

I love you all in and through Jesus our Messiah!

I've Decided,
After talking with the Lord....it's my call in life to stretch
everyone's faith, at least a little....just by being "who I am" .
God's Own Amy Colleen.
(actually made me feel better hearing it from HIM!)

♥(((smile)))♥

Hope of Glory

Once again I find myself in the quiet of the night;

walking away from reality, to board my dreams in flight.

As I reach the destination of my fantasy.

I find that I am smothered in the purest ecstasy.

Ah, the peace that overcomes me, the life that fills my soul.

Being loved for who I am is like nothing I’ve ever known.

I am completely engulfed in passions of the heart;

Experiencing true love in the whole, not just in part.

Feelings of the purest happiness are now apart of me.

As I lay in the arms of one who loves me unconditionally.

It feels like only minutes since I boarded my dreams tonight.

Yet I feel as though I am apart of an endless dream in flight.

Lying still in the arms of he who loves who I am;

it is now I find the strength within, to face reality again.

It’s when I find in my dreams; I’ve reached my highest goal.

That it’s time I say, “Good-bye”, for now. To reality I must go.

One day there’ll be no more dreaming for me.

For my fantasy will have become reality.

The rest of forever will be mine to spend with Him;

in a world perfect and beautiful, untouched by sin.

“…Christ in you, the hope of glory.”

Colossians 1:27

©Amy Colleen. All rights reserved.
Unauthorized use or reproductions are prohibited.

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I Just Don't Understand God....! ?

To "understand"
God
one must first "Die"
to ones self.

*(1Corinthians 3:19 - Isaiah 55 -1 Corinthians 2)

What I'm gonna be when I grow up

Today was awesome!

I woke up early, tired as a dog. Dragged myself out of bed and drove to church to spend some "special" time with the Lord. I wasn't disappointed either. It was the most glorious 45 minutes I have spent in the last month! The Lord was waiting for me......I waltzed right in to the sanctuary and began to worship Him in song and immediately there was a sweet aroma that filled the air and the anointing of the Lord's presence was most evident!

As I continued to sing worship to the Lord I heard all around me worship from sources other than myself, being lifted unto the Lord. It was the most astounding an gloriously, beautiful thing I have ever heard.

Then the worship became overwhelming and from all around me I heard singing; different groups singing different words of worship...some singing only... "Holy, Holy, Holy."

Others singing, "Worthy of all Glory, Honor, Power and Blessing....You alone.....worthy of all Glory, Honor, Power and Blessing."

I found myself singing with them at first....at the top of my lungs.

Then there were trumpets sounding. LOUD trumpets sounding! And shofars were being blown as well.

I began to hear ALL the singing and music all at once and it began to overwhelm me.

So much so that I literally covered my ears....a sudden feeling of "Holiness" came over me and an acute awareness of my sinfulness at the very same time.

I fell to my knees-then on my face prostrate and began to cry out to God for mercy as I was acutely aware of His presence in the room.

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An intimate time of fellowship between my Lord and I followed for the 1/2 hour or so.

I received healing and love and direction and much love and acceptance and love.....yes much much love this morning from my Lord.

I walked away from my meeting with Him and into the day humbled and even more passionately in love with Jesus. Even more desperately dependent on Him for my sole existence.

I also found out what I am supposed "to be" when I grow up.

Can't do it with out Him....that is FOR sure!

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Set me Free
Let me see...what you see......how you see

Set me Free
Come to me...take from me...all impurity

Set me free
Let me see....what you see.....how you see
Come to me, Lord....take from me, all impurity...Lord
and
SET me Free....LORD.... come and set me free

I have to have you.
I need to know you.
Come and set me free

I have to have you
I need to know you
More and more Lord.....Come and set me free....Set me free
I have to have you.....I have to have you
I need to know you.....I need to know you
More and more........Lord Come and set me free

You make me who I am

You make me what I need to be

You Lord are all I need.......everything Lord.....everything and more.

You Lord are all I long for ....everything and more ...everything and more.

Set me Free
Let me see...what you see......how you see

Lord

Set me Free
Come to me...take from me...all impurity

Lord Jesus

and

Let me see....what you see.....how you see
Come to me, Lord Jesus... and Set ME FREE!!!

Set Me Free!

LORD.....Set Me Freeeeee!

I have to have you.
I need to know you.
Come and set me free

I love you

©2009 AmyColleen words and music

I did it again

Well~














Looks like I am in over my head............again.

Good thing God is in control of my life and watching out for me.

That is all I go to say today....at least for now.

I am sure I will be back later.


But PLEASE feel free to add YOUR TWO CENTS on HERE!!!!!

I would lOVE to hear from YOU!!!!!

I know I hear from "some" of you by way of e-mail....but hey...take the dive and jump on in and BLOG on here!.....Share your thoughts....they are well worth it!!! I know YOU and I know what you have to say is worth shoutin' out!

TTFN
AmyColleen

Togetherness

I realize I have posted this in the past, somewhere, if not on here then on FB or on my web page....anyway I am re-posting it as it fit quite nicely with today sermon at church

Click here for Sermon on "Togetherness"

God’s Masterpiece

I like you because together we are ~ who I am meant to be

Each one of us together ~ not separately

Becomes God’s Masterpiece of Art

When we stand as one

The Body of Christ

God’s Own Son

I like you because you are meek and mild

And you because you are tender as a child

I like you because you are bold and courageous

And you because your faith is contagious

I like you because you never give up, never let go

And you because of the mercy you show

I like you because you are a true peace maker

And you because you are a giver not a taker

I like you for your engineering mind

And you for your ability to get things done on time

I like you for the way you love others

And you for the way you look out for your brothers

I like you for the justice you show

And you for all of the times you just “let it go”

I like you because you always find time for the Lord

And you because you’re always so busy serving others you never get bored

I like you because of the joy you have exploding inside

And you because your heart is so tender you always cry

I like you because of your sense of humor, so rare

And you, I like you because of how deeply you care

I like you because of your quiet gentle spirit

And you because whenever God speaks you always hear it

I like you because of your love for the poor

And you for always wanting to give more

I like you for the way you respect God’s word

And you for putting into practice what you’ve heard

I like you because you preach the good news over seas

And you because you stayed here to minister to people like me

I like you because of the way you share your faith

And you because of the way you trust God day to day

I like each and every one of you ~ so special you are to me

Because when I look inside of you, Jesus is what I see

So I like you because of everything that you are that I am not

And all that I am in Christ through you and with you because ~

Together ~ not separately we are

God’s Masterpiece of Art

When we stand as one

The Body of Christ

God’s Own Son

It just THAT simple......

The Word of God tells us in Galatians 5:16

"So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature."

Why do we always try to make it so much more complicated than it really is?

Truth odf the matter is, if you are not walking the walk you should be you will fall.....GOOD news IS God knew we would have need of a back up plan so He left behind plenty of "written" reminders to help us....along with His awesome Holy Spirit so when those times come we can"get right back up and keep on...keeping on!

These are two of my "reminder verses"!

"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness." 1 John 1:9

"Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, ²because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death. ³For what the law was powerless to do in that it was weakened by the sinful nature, God did by sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful man to be a sin offering. And so he condemned sin in sinful man, ⁴in order that the righteous requirements of the law might be fully met in us, who do not live according to the sinful nature but according to the Spirit." Romans 1

That's it for now......It's Just THAT simple!

Within my Right....

Good evening!

I truly hope you are all having an awesome week! I hope you don't mind too terribly much but I feel the need to brag a bit....I believe it is....within my right to do so.

I just recently got off the telephone with one of my grown children. I so enjoy spending time talking with my children about their life. Finding out how they are doing, what exciting things may be going on in "their world"; if anything new has happened since our last chat, if they have any needs or simply shooting the breeze about the latest government fiasco.

I love listening to their take on life. I love listening to them talk about "whatever". It really doesn't matter what the subject is, work.....school.....politics......religion. It simply amazes me how incredibly brilliant my children are!

Today however, as I sat and listened to my one son talk, this one particular chapter of scripture (Prov 3, below ) came to mind. I haven't been able to shake it. Honestly. It has been a few hours since we talked on the phone. Still, the scripture resonates through my mind. So I decided to post it.

I truly believe it is....

Within My Right as a mother to brag on my kids like this. :)

I have had five kids and a life that has been, to say the least, far less than surreal. It's been out right tough! For the kids....well, I have done my part of raising them on my knees and I have no qualms about giving GOD ALL THE GLORY for the way they turned out! (Incredibly)

Which brings me to my point. (Bragging rights) They are incredible God fearing young men and women who inspire praise to God just simply by the lives they live day to day.

I work in an environment, every day that invites and facilitates diversity in every arena. Ethnic, religious, racial and sexual orientation. Where "I" work is just one of many places that are becoming the norm, that mimic the greater world in which we live.

Maybe at first thought it may sound wonderful, "Ahhh everyone get what they like and everyone gets along!"

But if you can imagine a breeding ground for sin this would be the opportune place. If anything it is not an easy place to come to day in and day out and .... "Be ye Holy as I am Holy..." (1Peter 1:16)

In all the diversity teaching that is taught and pounded into our heads there is one area that is not tolerated in the work place or the world; and that's the right to be HOLY.

To make a stand for Holiness in this day and age is really worth bragging about....At least from a Mother's point of view! My children have chosen to take a stand and be be different in a Holy way....a Godly way. :) I am proud of my kids!
(Point and Case)

That is why I am posting this scripture. After talking with my son tonight I realized I am possibly one of THEE MOST BLESSED Mothers in the ENTIRE world! Simply Because My kids LIVE Proverbs 3.....because THEY LOVE GOD.




Proverbs 3

Further Benefits of Wisdom

1 My son, do not forget my teaching,
but keep my commands in your heart,

2 for they will prolong your life many years
and bring you prosperity.

3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you;
bind them around your neck,
write them on the tablet of your heart.

4 Then you will win favor and a good name
in the sight of God and man.

5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;

6 in all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make your paths straight.

7 Do not be wise in your own eyes;
fear the LORD and shun evil.

8 This will bring health to your body
and nourishment to your bones.

9 Honor the LORD with your wealth,
with the first fruits of all your crops;

10 then your barns will be filled to overflowing,
and your vats will brim over with new wine.

11 My son, do not despise the LORD's discipline
and do not resent his rebuke,

12 because the LORD disciplines those he loves,
as a father the son he delights in.

13 Blessed is the man who finds wisdom,
the man who gains understanding,

14 for she is more profitable than silver
and yields better returns than gold.

15 She is more precious than rubies;
nothing you desire can compare with her.

16 Long life is in her right hand;
in her left hand are riches and honor.

17 Her ways are pleasant ways,
and all her paths are peace.

18 She is a tree of life to those who embrace her;
those who lay hold of her will be blessed.

19 By wisdom the LORD laid the earth's foundations,
by understanding he set the heavens in place;

20 by his knowledge the deeps were divided,
and the clouds let drop the dew.

21 My son, preserve sound judgment and discernment,
do not let them out of your sight;

22 they will be life for you,
an ornament to grace your neck.

23 Then you will go on your way in safety,
and your foot will not stumble;

24 when you lie down, you will not be afraid;
when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.

25 Have no fear of sudden disaster
or of the ruin that overtakes the wicked,

26 for the LORD will be your confidence
and will keep your foot from being snared.

27 Do not withhold good from those who deserve it,
when it is in your power to act.

28 Do not say to your neighbor,
"Come back later; I'll give it tomorrow"—
when you now have it with you.

29 Do not plot harm against your neighbor,
who lives trustfully near you.

30 Do not accuse a man for no reason—
when he has done you no harm.

31 Do not envy a violent man
or choose any of his ways,

32 for the LORD detests a perverse man
but takes the upright into his confidence.

33 The LORD's curse is on the house of the wicked,
but he blesses the home of the righteous.

34 He mocks proud mockers
but gives grace to the humble.

35 The wise inherit honor,
but fools he holds up to shame.

Do YOU have Spiritualy Blocked Arteries?

Blocked arteries can kill you and leaving holes in the lives of those who love you.

If you know you suffer from them you need to try and clear the blockage as soon as possible.

Sometimes though, it’s just not so easy.

There are so many arteries in your body; some of which lead straight through the heart.

It takes a master surgeon to clear those arteries successfully without taking the life of the patient in the process.

After the procedure is finished there must also be a life style change to assure that the arteries do not get blocked again and pose the very same life threatening threat.

The physician may prescribe a special diet and plenty of exercise, which may lead to the gathering together more often with new friends of the same mind set. (So you don’t find yourself tempted to fall back into your old habits.)

There are times, even with these extreme measures we may find ourselves suffering once again, with blockages in the very same area; having to face yet another surgery.

This can happen quite a few times; each time the patient becomes weaker during the procedure and the risks of the patient not returning back to normal afterward, become greater.

There are two kinds of blockages.

1) Those that are hereditary; passed down through the blood line; these are more common than most are prone to think.

2) The every day blockage brought about by our life style choice. Not prejudice against anyone. It will attack any race, religion, gender or age.

Let’s talk first about the hereditary type of heart blockage. This is quite often times mis-diagnosed as the everyday blockage which is brought on by the lifestyle we choose to live. Then subsequently treated as such; then in the end not completely, satisfactorily dealt with; leaving a much greater risk of another sudden and possible fatal attack.

In order to minimize the risk of this happening one must first have an open heart and mind to receive the truth about the possibility that familial heart disease is a true possibility in their family. No matter how heart healthy their family members may “seem”. Then it is imperative for the patient to seek medical care from the Great Physician Himself. This type of heart disease is only curable through His touch.

I realize that under normal circumstances one would never be able to afford a visit to the Great Physician. The price is more than anyone can pay. However, the cost has been covered by someone who counts our lives worthy enough to pay the price. All we are asked to do is seek the Great Physician and ask Him to be set free.

Now let’s talk a bit about the second type of heart blockage. This being the everyday blockage brought about by our life style choice.

Simply put, this must be dealt with by a complete and total change of life style regiment; preferably a holistic approach with no artificial or chemical agents to help us through.

It IS possible. It may not be easy, but most certainly possible.

The Great Physician and His staff, in this situation will need to be called upon on a daily basis. You may also find yourself calling upon friends and loved ones. Such a dramatic life style change is never easy for anyone.

Although some blockages are smaller than others and require less recovery time; just the same on the flip side the larger ones may take much longer to recovery time and require more support and help from our loved ones and friends and indeed more trips to the Great Physicians office.

All in all, heart disease is curable and CAN be prevented!

If you haven’t figured it out already I have been talking about “spiritual matter of the heart”.

Jesus is the Great Physician and He came to set us free!

Are you living with burdens you just can’t seem to “brush off”?

(i.e. worry, fear, even though you love the Lord with all your heart?)

Do you have tormenting sins in your life that haunt you day after day even though you seem to do everything right?

(i.e. go to church, read the word of God, pray)

These are just two examples of the spiritual heart diseases I am speaking of. (there are so many more)

We are all human and all have hearts and all have to deal with blockages from time to time!

Make a trip to the Great Physician! It won’t cost you anything…HE already paid the price FOR YOU!

HIS desire is for YOU to live a strong…healthy…JOYfilled…victorious…life!!!!!

Much love in Yeshua HaMashiach~Jesus Our Messiah!