Precious Pearls To Ponder

When you take a brief moment

from your busy schedule

to consider

what matters most

what is important

Consider this.....

Who made the sun?

Who made the sky?

Who made the beauty all around you?

Who blesses you and enriches you?

It is a mighty hand..

It is a mighty heart..

It is a mighty love and grace..

It is a Father who loves you and 

adores you more than you can imagine

So, what is really important?

Nothing can ever measure up

HE IS!!

HE CONTROLS THE UNIVERSE

HE CONTROLS TIME

HE IS THE LORD ETERNAL!

SO, THERE IS NOTHING

MORE IMPORTANT

THAN

YOUR RELATIONSHIP

YOUR BOND

AND THE LOVE YOU SHARE

WITH HIM!!

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GOD BLESS YOU!

Movements Of The Heart

     Jennifer sat in the quiet stillness of her room, as her two young children slept peacefully just down the hall.  She sorted through her wallet for the seventh time and then proceeded to empty out her piggy bank again.  Things have been really tight since her husband passed away.

   She wanted to give her children something wonderful for the holidays.  But, she just didn't have the funds to be able to do so.  Tears began to stream down her face despite her valiant efforts to hold them back.  She slowly got ready for bed.

  As morning arrived, she got the children ready for school, and then proceeded to work as usual.  A friend noticed the change in her usually bubbly personality.  Lea has been a confident and friend to her since they began working together three years ago.

  "What's wrong Jennifer?"  She asked her with love.  "Nothing,"  Jennifer said.  Lea invited Jennifer out to lunch that day at a local cafe.  When the food was delivered, she asked Jennifer if she minded prayer.

  "No, of course not,"  Jennifer said.  Lea took Jennifer's hand and began to pray.  She asked God to bless the food, and to bless her dear friend.  Jennifer began to cry.  She broke down and told Lea what was on her heart.

  "You don't have to buy things to show love my friend."  Lea said.  "The greatest gifts come from the heart."  Jennifer dried her tears and began to see the great wisdom in her friend's suggestion.  

  She saved up a few dollars and went to the store to buy supplies that she could afford.  She cut out several pictures of both of her children through the years and put them in the wooden picture frames.  She then painted hearts on them and the phrase 'Mommie's treasures from God's heart.'

  Jennifer made a card for each child and wrote what each one meant to her heart inside.  She wrapped them and tied red string around each one.  When the holiday finally came, Jennifer was amazed by the joy on her children's faces.

  "You made this for us Mommy?"  Her Son said.  "Thank you so much."  Jennifer learned a very valuable lesson in her life.  It is not what she gives her kids that can be purchased that counts.  She began going to church with her friend and found a new family.

  The greatest things in life come from the heart, with love.

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Thought For The Day

The greatest thing that you

can do for yourself

 is

to be yourself

be the wonderful and awesome

masterpiece that God designed

you to be

You are unique and beautiful

inside and out

with your own special

touch upon the gift of life

So

don't let anyone or anything

try to alter your precious light

LET IT SHINE BRIGHTLY

The light of the Lord

The light of his love

The light of his peace

and

you will be a beautiful and breathtaking

lighthouse

that will make each day

a little brighter!

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God bless you all!

Thought For The Day

The most ideal gift that you can give someone

does not cost anything

but

it is worth more than

all of the riches in the world

It is

YOURSELF

your time, your gifts, your heart, your joy

When you take a moment

to brighten someone else's world

you bring

the most beautiful sunshine

to your own journey's sky

so,

help someone

give them your smile, your kindness

your understanding, your love

give them your time

even just to listen

show the love of the Lord

and remember

Jesus always saw a potential friend

in those that he met

Walk in your Heavenly Father's steps

TODAY!

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GOD BLESS YOU!

Thought For The Day

When your heart feels

trapped and burdened

and

there seems no way to turn

anymore

That's when at that point you'll see

a beautiful light

come knocking at your heart's door

It will engulf you with a promise and

strength for each day

and a peaceful assurance

that you are never alone

It will show you a new and hope-filled way

that will always successfully bring you home

It surrounds you and enriches you

with a tender touch

and all at once, you come to see

that this bright and perfect light

is the love of God so vividly

A perfect love that cannot fail

It cannot waver or end

So ask yourself this question

Why feel down

when you have such

AN AMAZING FRIEND!!

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GOD BLESS YOU!

The Why Song

     We all go through the crazy obstacle course called life.  Sometimes, the road seems so straight and narrow.  Yet, there are other times when the path is so winding and confusing.  We are unsure of which footsteps to take and where to go.

     Have you ever heard of the 'why' song?  When the road seems so perfect, everything is ideal.  But, it is at that moment when things become a bit trying that we run for cover.  It seems like practically every word we utter is why.

     But, remember just one simple fact.  If you went to college, recall when you took exams.  The professor would observe as you were working, and didn't speak.  God knows what winding paths we must endure as we travel life's journey.

     Yet, he is right there, walking with us.  He will not let us walk alone, even for a minute.  He will give us peace, strength and courage.  But, we must simply trust in him.  This is what he desires , our complete reliance upon his presence.

     So, instead of singing the 'why' blues, count your many blessings.  Think of all of the wonderful things that God has done for you throughout your life.  Rest completely in his strength.  Allow yourself to be overcome with his joy.

     Please keep this in mind.  He has always been there for you before.  He will be there again.  You can count on him!

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God bless you all!

Thought For The Day

When you feel like

one more step 

would be one too many

Your heart is broken

Your spirit is crushed

By a cold, impersonal

scornful world

That is when a hand reaches

for your shoulder

and you feel a sense of strength

begin to encompass your being

Hope begins to overtake hopelessness

You look into the face of pure love

His joy and peace bring you a sense of calm

He speaks to your heart

"Do not worry or be afraid"

"Do not be saddened or discouraged"

"I am your Father.  I am your strength and joy"

Suddenly, a light begins to shine brightly

You begin to see the brilliance of a new day

A brand new you is awakened.

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God bless you all.