HAPPY BIRTHDAY TERRY!!!

What is God doing?

I wrote in a previous post I'm reading the Chronological Bible for my devotions this year. Right now I'm reading through the book of Job. Talk about humbling...

How often are we in a similar spot as Job?

Now I'm not talking about all his loses or physical ailments--I'm speaking of not knowing or understanding what God is doing...

In the beginning of the book it says Satan comes before God & GOD says to consider His servant. (Reminder to the fact that even Satan has to have permission-God is in COMPLETE control at all times--greater is He that is in me, then he that is in the world-such reassurance!!!) But my point here is that Job doesn't realize that the situation isn't about Job being punished for sin but to show Satan, Job's wife, friends, and us many things...

There are lots of lessons to learn from this story about the character of God, Satan, giving advice to the grieving, being a true friend, how to handle hard times, how not to handle hard times, etc....

My point is we don't know at all times what God is doing, nor, at times, do we understand why. I find the story of Job to be an encouragement--On the grand scheme of things this life is not about me!!!! It's all about my Heavenly Father--we are after all, HIS creation!

I'm also thankful that God allows us in our frail humanness to ask, question, and just say, "God what are you doing?"

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY!!!

I am so very blessed to have my Dad! I'm so thankful for all he has taught me about God, life, relationships, work ethics, and so much more. I'm told I'm like my Dad in looks & action. (Some of that is good & some not.) My dad is a quiet man on first meeting & some may be intimidated because of his size. Kids especially at Christmas, think he's Santa. He's really a gentle giant, but remember he is/was (in younger days) a redhead. I don't normally like to stereotype, yet the redhead temper part is true. I know because I have it too. Another thing about my father is deep convictions & emotions; passion, is what I like to call it. Overwhelming passion that cannot always be controlled. He loves his family & family is very important. I thought he was a pretty good daddy but I think his role as Pop-Pop is the favorite.
I love my Dad and appreciate the many hours he worked to provide for the family. He has a wisdom that when heard is to be treasured. So Happy Birthday Dad, I love you! Thanks again for all you do...

2010

Well, 2010 is here! Not really sure if I have any BIG goals for this year. Yes, there is always room to improve & weight to lose. I have started reading The One Year Chronological Bible for my devotions this year and look forward to going through Scripture a slightly different way.
I hope to deepen my relationship with God by increasing my prayer times & setting aside times of prayer.

As far as being a wife, I hope to fall in love with Terry more each day & know how to express my love to him as an encourager. Hopefully, we can be alone together more ;)
I strive as a mom to help each child grow to be who the Lord's want them to be & learn through them as well.

WOW! I guess I do have some big goals for 2010. Only by the grace of God can I even begin to reach towards these. Hope & pray your 2010 is off to a blessed start.