tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5471509974106513912024-02-08T08:22:07.091-05:00R Green House of 5Learning, growing & changing everyday!Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-5970475659371450572011-01-18T13:50:00.002-05:002011-01-18T13:50:46.773-05:00SMALL STRAWS IN A SOFT WIND by MARSHA BURNS:<br />
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In a vision I saw the women of ancient Israel keeping watch as they waited expectantly for their warriors to come home. They were not worried that their men would not return victorious. Instead, they were excited about receiving the spoils of war. Then, over the rise the horsemen came into view. They weren't running home as victims; they we're marching home with dignity, their standard held high. They had engaged the enemy, the battle was arduous, but the victory was sweet. I asked the Lord about the vision, and He showed me that the warriors represent the spirit, and the women represent the soul or flesh. When we engage in spiritual warfare, we never have to fear losing the battle, and our soul should wait expectantly for the spoils of war -- deliverance and blessing.<br />
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Psalm 42:5 Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God, for I shall yet praise Him For the help of His countenance.Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-32591190705957250802011-01-08T10:23:00.000-05:002011-01-08T10:23:47.529-05:00Fruits of the Spirit Galatians 5:22 & 23 which says, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” <br />
Lord this is my prayer this weekend for my family. That we would show this not only in our home but to others as well.Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-5288974305594096642011-01-07T09:58:00.000-05:002011-01-07T09:58:33.971-05:00Child of God <object height="385" width="480"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/3r3JAV2r208?fs=1&hl=en_US"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/3r3JAV2r208?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object>Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-17311597653553671552011-01-05T07:18:00.000-05:002011-01-05T07:18:13.322-05:00Worship Wednesday<iframe height="344" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/iwwXF3JT8lQ?fs=1" frameborder="0" width="425"></iframe>Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-3877758629339048842011-01-04T13:16:00.000-05:002011-01-04T13:16:35.697-05:00Many Blessings As I just sat down to eat my lunch and finished praying beep beep goes the dryer "really I thought". I could ignore it and just eat or get up and hang the clothes up before they get wrinkled. I choose to get up and as I was hanging them up I thought of last night. Kaleb was home sick yesterday with a stomach bug. He slept most of the afternoon till around 8:00pm. I had told Cory and Brendin they were going to be in bed by 9:00 because I wanted to watch a movie. Well they were in bed by 9:10, so I sat down and start watching it (on time thanks to DVR. My husband walk in and I had already known he had a rough day. Kaleb asks if he could have some chicken noodle soup. So I get up and go make it for him and reheat dinner for Jeremy and as I'm handing them their dinner Kaleb says "mommy do you wish you could have a maid"? I say no, now some days don't think the thought doesn't cross my mind. But I am thankful that I am able to do the things that God as called and created me to do. Like stay home and take care of my sick baby, fix dinner for my husband & family, have a washer and dryer to help me with all the laundry I have. Some days it is very overwhelming but this morning I was thanking God as my husband was getting ready for work. That for this season of my life I am here and have been able to be home with them their whole lives. I do not think badly of women who work outside of the home at all. But I know that this is where God has me and I pray that this year before I choose to complain I will choose to thank Him for allowing me to be here. It is my desire to be a homemaker and I do find joy in it. So as I look around at all that needs to be done even the Christmas stuff that needs to be put away and the dishes that still need to be unloaded and reloaded as well as the laundry that needs washed I say Thank you Lord!! Thank you for all these blessings that sometimes don't feel like they are but when I stop for just a moment I see that they are.<br />
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15Through Him, therefore, let us constantly and at all times offer up to God a sacrifice of praise, which is the fruit of lips that thankfully acknowledge and confess and glorify His name.Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-32810397002972392672011-01-03T17:10:00.000-05:002011-01-03T17:10:48.526-05:00Written by Dr. Charles StanleyI just received this e-mail and thought I would share it. Be blessed!<br />
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Dear Friend,<br />
As you reflect on the experiences and events of 2010, what is it you remember most? What successes, milestones, or memories do you treasure?<br />
What you hold dear from this past year may be something material, but more than likely what endures in your heart and mind will be much more meaningful and valuable than mere possessions. The best blessings in life generally have nothing to do with our wealth or worldly goods.<br />
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Perhaps there were places you went that impacted your life in an amazing way—locations you visited that were especially beautiful or where you shared wonderful memories with family and friends.<br />
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Or maybe there were special moments you will always treasure—a wedding, the birth of a child, a graduation, a particular accomplishment, or some other unique occasion with loved ones that transformed your life. Likewise, as you look back at the past year, I am sure there were quiet times you experienced with God in prayer and worship that you will recall with joy.<br />
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The Father loves to fill our lives with these special glimpses of His care, power, and presence. He does this so we will have the enduring treasures of hope and faith to cling to when difficulties arise. We can look back at these times and recall how faithful God was to bless, lead, and teach us. You can find this principle in the life of King David, who wrote, “Great is the Lord, and highly to be praised, and His greatness is unsearchable. One generation shall praise Your works to another, and shall declare Your mighty acts. On the glorious splendor of Your majesty and on Your wonderful works, I will meditate” (Ps. 145:3-5).<br />
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What kinds of treasures does the Lord send us? What awesome acts of God should we always keep in mind? For me personally, the most meaningful of the Father’s works are those moments that deepen my relationship with Him, the promises He gives me in Scripture, and the trials He sends me that help me follow Him more faithfully.<br />
Is the same true for you? As you review 2010, here are some specific treasures you can record that will encourage you whenever you feel downcast or encounter trials that require faith and courage.<br />
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First, write down the special times you grew in your intimate relationship with the Lord, learning more about His loving character or the ways He works in your life. These may come as a result of your quiet timesin Bible study and prayer, but there are countless other ways the Father may reveal Himself to you as well.<br />
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I had the privilege of traveling this year, and as I looked at a particularly stunning landscape, I was overwhelmed by a sense of the Father’s awesome presence and power. I thought, God, please don’t let me ever forget this. You created all of this. I cannot begin to imagine the absolutely wonderful things You can doin the lives of Your children. It was an extraordinary moment I always want to remember.<br />
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Second, make a note of Scripture verses that the Lord used in a powerful way to encourage and teach you. If you have been seeking God, He more than likely has been speaking to you through His Word, and there are probably some very special passages that you have come to treasure.<br />
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One of the verses I always hold on to is Proverbs 3:5–6, which says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.” Anytime I need to make a decision or experience a burden that I cannot fully comprehend, I recall that verse. Practicing the principle in this passage always keeps me walking in the right direction.<br />
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Third, record the ways the Father worked through the trials you experienced to teach you to follow Him more closely. This past year was very challenging for many people spiritually, emotionally, and even economically. For some, the difficulties helped them break free from sinful habits. For others, their faith grew greatly because they had no other choice than to rely on God—and He proved absolutely faithful. Personally, the Lord blessed me through you. I was inspired by how you and our In Touch family pulled together in these trying times—praying for our nation and supporting the ministry in such a steadfast and unwavering manner. You are an absolute treasure to me, and I praise God for all He has taught me through your partnership in the gospel (Phil. 1:3-6).<br />
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So what did the Father teach you in these last 12 months? How did you grow in your relationship with Him? Are there verses of Scripture you’ve come to treasure? What trials or difficulties did He carry you through or is He currently helping you overcome?<br />
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If you’ve taken the time to write down some of these priceless blessings of God’s provision, put your list in a place where you can easily find it. Then, whenever you feel discouraged about the future, read what you’ve written. Recall the awesome things He has done in your life. Meditate on them and treasure them in your heart. The Father has worked powerfully in the past, and He is sure to help you again. Trust Him and learn from all He showed you in 2010, because that will help make 2011 a joyful and meaningful year.<br />
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Prayerfully yours,<br />
Charles F. StanleyAmyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-86130932342990192182011-01-03T07:51:00.000-05:002011-01-03T07:51:33.557-05:00 Well so far so good, I have been decluttering this past weekend. I can walk in my closet without having to climb over and move stuff. As I was getting rid of things I was wondering why I was hanging on to some of the things I was? For example shoes that I never where but year after year I would just put them aside. I have a donation pile by the front door. I'm hoping to add some more stuff today. I never realized how getting rid of stuff can be so freeing. God reminded me it's like things we allow in our lives that aren't pleasing to Him. It can make us feel very weighed down & overwhelmed. But if we would just be obedient to the Holy Spirit we would feel that same freedom but even better. I am so thankful for Gods grace & mercy and the freedom that comes with that.<br />
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Psalms 143:10 <br />
Teach me to do your will, <br />
for you are my God; <br />
may your good Spirit <br />
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Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-44787114723906469122011-01-01T21:01:00.000-05:002011-01-01T21:01:05.842-05:00PeaceWell it's official it's 1-1-11, A new year. I'm always so excited when a new year rolls around. I feel like it's a fresh start to reflect on this past year and see what I would like to change not only for me but my family & our household. What can I do to help myself, my husband & our boys to have a better year. As I was reading Proverbs 31 yesterday I was so inspired. I feel it is our job as women of God, wives & mothers to do all we can to make our homes a peaceful haven. I'm not expecting it to be perfect but I want it to be a place of peace, love & joy. I have been praying & God has been speaking to me about peace. What can I do to make our home a more peaceful place? What are things in our home that are peace stealer's? Two weeks ago my husband got rid of the PlayStation 3, it was causing arguing between the boys & they were yelling at the game. We tried taking it away for a few weeks many times, we changed the games they were playing but it was still causing conflict and chaos in our home. The boys were very upset at first but that night my oldest son told my husband he had peace that it was gone. Sometimes we don't see that things are stealing our peace until they are out of our lives. We think we can't live without them but in reality we can. We choose to hold on to them and all we are doing is making ourselves as well as others around us miserable. My boys are doing just fine without the game. I am praying this New Year for God to continue to open my eyes to the things that are peace stealer's in our lives as well as our home. I want to simplify and be frugal in my spending, my husband works so hard so I don't have to work outside our home. So I am excited to for this New Year, to grow closer to God by digging in His word. As well as Him to continue to change me for His glory and allow His peace & joy to flood through our home.<br />
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Isaiah 26:3 You will keep him in perfect peace,<br />
Whose mind is stayed on You,<br />
Because he trust in You.<br />
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Philippians 4:6-7 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your request be made know to God; and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.<br />
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Psalm 29:11 The Lord will give strength to His people;<br />
The Lord will bless His people with peace.<br />
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John 14:27 Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-51340946936818648572010-12-25T23:11:00.001-05:002010-12-25T23:14:10.033-05:00Merry CHRISTmas!!Luke 2:8-18<br />
8 That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep. 9 Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terrified, 10 but the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. 11 The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David! 12 And you will recognize him by this sign: You will find a baby wrapped snugly in strips of cloth, lying in a manger.”<br />
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13 Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others—the armies of heaven—praising God and saying,<br />
14 “Glory to God in highest heaven,<br />
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15 When the angels had returned to heaven, the shepherds said to each other, “Let’s go to Bethlehem! Let’s see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.”<br />
16 They hurried to the village and found Mary and Joseph. And there was the baby, lying in the manger. 17 After seeing him, the shepherds told everyone what had happened and what the angel had said to them about this child. 18 All who heard the shepherds’ story were astonished, 19 but Mary kept all these things in her heart and thought about them often. 20 The shepherds went back to their flocks, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen. It was just as the angel had told them.<br />
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I want to fulfill what He wants, I want to do what He has called me to do. I want to lay down my schedule & stresses and take hold of what He has planned for me and my family. I know His ways are great & perfect. I know with Him all things are possible. I choose to focus on whats important this CHRISTmas season, my Savior & my family and I know He will let everything else fall in to place.Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-43424878056355012882010-06-28T10:37:00.000-04:002010-06-28T10:37:10.049-04:00Lazy Summer DaysAs I sit here and think of all that I need to get done today I am thankful for today. Summer can seem so relaxing but yet be so busy at the same time. I Love lazy Summer days & nights. No rush to get everyone feed & out the door so they don't miss the bus, no rush to get homework done in the afternoon, no rush to get dinner on the table at a certain time, & no rush to get everyone in the bed so they won't be to tired for school. I am so thankful & blessed God has allowed me to be able to be here with my boys & enjoy this time with them. Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-69781957939059918422010-04-14T13:12:00.000-04:002010-04-14T13:12:54.868-04:00Hope I was so blessed to be able to go with my family to Oak island Beach for Springbreak. While there my sister-inlaw's friend was there. I haven't seen her in years, she is such a sweet soul. She had just recently lost her husband to cancer. You could just see where her hope comes from , The Lord. I have seen & heard of quite a bit of death it seems lately. I can't imagine losing a child, husband, parent. Death is the one thing that is certain in this life. It sure doesn't make it easy when it happens to a love one though. Another thing that is certain is God's Word. He is our Rock & Refuge, He is our Hope, which is what we need when we are going through life's trails. We all went to sunrise service Easter morning on the pier it was so beautiful. After the service my friend played a song for us that blessed me so much! I thought I'd share. Thank you Lord for the Hope you offer us!<br />
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<h2 id="passage_heading">Psalm 118:24 (New International Version)</h2><br />
<sup class="versenum" id="en-NIV-15894">24</sup> This is the day the LORD has made; <br />
let us rejoice and be glad in it.<br />
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So today I will not be bummed I will be joyful & put on my garment of praise and get some much needed work done around my house. So what ever you are doing today I pray you put on your garment of praise & and have a great day doing it!Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-40591174905813571472010-01-25T09:55:00.000-05:002010-01-25T09:55:04.847-05:00"The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Phil. 4:5-6.Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-58827288359262428772010-01-24T22:14:00.001-05:002010-01-24T22:19:17.818-05:00God WILL meet all our needs!I started having a heaviness upon me since me since Thursday. It was so bad that yesterday all I wanted to do was just sleep. Well with 3 boys that isn't easy. I sat down Friday to look over our bills. I called Duke energy to see what the balance was. I new that we had a past due amount. Well to my surprise we had the past & the current amount due. I could have fell on the floor when I heard the balance. I then spoke with an operator I just knew there was some sort of mistake. Granted I new with Christmas lights & company it would be a little more but I was not expecting what I heard. She then told me there was no mistake that everyone's bill would be going up. I got off the phone & cried like a baby. I just do not see how everything is going to be paid. Between everything else that's due & medical bills it was all very overwhelming at that moment. I then got up cut the heat down turned off every light and sat. I knew I couldn't sit there all day so I got up to go wash my dishes and there in my window seal was my scripture cards & there it was PHILIPPIANS 4:19 "<b>God WILL meet ALL your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus." </b>the next card said JEREMIAH 29:11 <b>"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."</b><br />
I did have peace & reassurance at that moment but I didn't grab a hold of it I went back to feeling overwhelmed. By this morning I felt like I could hardly get out of the bed. I had such a spirit of heaviness on me I felt like a elephant was sitting on my shoulders. I knew I needed to get up and go to church. But honestly my flesh wanted to stay right there in bed and think of every reason I couldn't make it. But as I laid there for a few moment's & thought I refuse to feel like this all week. So I got up jumped in the shower & went. I was so glad I did what an awesome service. I felt like it was just for me. It was so personal, that is how God is He is so personal. He knows exactly what we need when we need it. He will not let us go with out. That is His promise! So this week I will hold fast to His promises. I don't know how these bills will all get paid but He does! I am a Blessed Woman of God! He Loves me that much and He Loves you that much just stay strong & faithful!Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-12083730394798636962010-01-22T16:07:00.000-05:002010-01-22T16:07:29.478-05:00Power of the CrossWe just started singing this at Church & it has blessed me so much!!<br />
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<object height="344" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/RHX6kCmVUWY&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/RHX6kCmVUWY&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-43740730180269262462010-01-19T12:35:00.000-05:002010-01-19T12:35:42.280-05:00OthersAs I sit here this morning with my coffee wishing it was quiet and I could maybe at the beach looking at the ocean not having to do all this laundry, clean house & go to the store, I think of how fortunate I am to have clothes to wash, a roof over my head, know where my husband & children are & that they are all safe. Also know we will all have lunch and dinner tonight & will have a warm bed to sleep in. I sit here thinking of the people in Haiti & those who have loved ones there. Even people in my own city who don't have a place to lay their head or a meal to eat. Once again I am reminded how blessed I am. God has always provided for me. I have never gone without any thing I need. So today I will turn my mind away from myself & lift up others in need in prayer. That they will have their needs met today & days to come.Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-5823386376360835272010-01-06T09:38:00.000-05:002010-01-06T09:38:57.689-05:00New YearWow 2010. it's almost overwhelming. My mind is thinking of so much. So many goals I want to make & reach. So many changes I want to do for myself & family. But as I stop and think about it all I wonder what God wants? What are His goals & plans for me this year. It's good to know that His plans for my family & me are perfect. He promises me that we will prosper! So this year I will make goals but I will also allow Him to come first and the rest will fall in place. It might not always go the way I want but He will see me through it all the good times & the bad. Each with their own lessons & rewards. I have peace with that for this brand new year!Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-69847024637212427742009-11-16T09:52:00.000-05:002009-11-16T09:52:41.369-05:00I was on my way to an Ladies event last night at church & was running late. I only had 20 minutes to get ready & my boys were all arguing. My husband was not going to be home for an hour and thirty minutes. I was so upset. I threw on my makeup, threw my hair up in a clip got the boys all settled for the moment & out the door I was. Thank the Lord for deoderant & smelly good spray. I drove to the of the street and ; there was the most beautiful seen. The sun (which hasn't been out in days) was shining on the top of a bunch of trees. It was glowing of yellow, orange & red. It was so beautiful I had to just sit there a second & look at Gods beauty. It was like a rainbow after the storm. Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-80592454451390950382009-09-15T10:05:00.000-04:002009-09-15T10:05:35.578-04:00There are some days I feel God is so far away. I know He will never leave me. But oh how I Love & treasure the days when His Holy Spirt is so strong on me! I can only imagine what Heaven is going to feel like!<br />
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<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/0xwzItqYmII&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/0xwzItqYmII&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-27174420066562918622009-08-04T08:28:00.002-04:002009-08-04T09:08:24.965-04:00DebtToday is a good day. We sold our truck 2 weeks ago so that we could pay off some debt we have. It has been a long 2 weeks. The banks had to hold the money for 5 days because we didn't have the money to cover the check. Well when the 5 days passed the money was not in our account. We were scared thinking we had maybe been scammed. But later that day found out Jeremy didn't sign the back of the check. So we then had to wait for the check to be mailed back & we're praying it would come before the 29th or it would be no good & we did not have our truck. Well God is good it came on the 27th we got it in the bank on the 28th however the bank had to hold it for another 5 days. We were frustrated but thankful it all worked out for good. I was able to pay off some credit cards this morning. Sure I miss my pretty white truck but it was just a truck. I know God is going to provide us with a vehicle & knowing that debt is paid off makes us happy. <br /> God reminded me this morning that He sent Jesus for all of our debts! It is available & it is free to us. All we have to do is ask, no waiting for five days, no signature, no hassle. How awesome!<br /><br /> Lord thank you for your Son Jesus who paid my debt for me! What amazing Love!<br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/RaPFTFvs8rQ&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/RaPFTFvs8rQ&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-547150997410651391.post-9283856382527889342009-07-24T10:49:00.002-04:002009-07-24T11:16:07.727-04:00PeaceLast night we had a horrible storm come through here. It woke up my husband up & he couldn't go back to sleep. I was awaken with him getting up & down. I asked him if he was alright & he said his chest was hurting. I could tell it was freaking him out. I ask him if he thought he needed to go to the hospital & he said no I just need to get my mind off of it. He tried watching t.v. & the computer but they were both down from the storm. So I said have you prayed he said already did. Well then I felt the Holy Spirit tell me to pray for him so I grabbed his hand & prayed quietly. Well that was all good but I felt the Holy Spirit say anoint his head with oil & pray out loud. Oh wow I'm not comfortable doing that. But I wasn't going to say no so I got up turned on the light got my oil & took a deep breath. I anointed his head & began praying for him out loud. With in minutes he was asleep just like that. No t.v., no computer just the power of God. I began to praise Him for strength for me to do that & for the Holy Spirit to work like He did. My husband said this morning as soon as you were done praying I fell asleep I said I know. I praised God again for showing my husband the power of prayer & the power of the Holy Spirit. <span style="font-weight: bold;">God is so GOOD! What a blessing!</span><br /><br /><h3>Psalm 29:11 (New International Version)</h3> <p> </p><p> <sup id="en-NIV-14320" class="versenum" value="11">11</sup> The LORD gives strength to his people;<br /> the LORD blesses his people with peace.</p>Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06087505383086234744noreply@blogger.com0