PORCH PONDERINGS

Not my porch,,,,,,,,we had no porch at 1152…..

But reading Lynne & Jenny’s gift book on my 125  porch…..

……..was a great reminder of  the importance of  “staying in touch.”

Lord, thank you for teaching me the art of welcoming people to my porch. You have put so many new folks on WRD who have been gracious to us.  May we return the blessing!

May we put out your welcome mat of listening ears and a kind heart❣️

On another day without cell tower access, a porch is a great place to ponder and reach out❣️

5 IMPORTANT WORDS!❗️

Important words come from scripture! Truth from above 5 words!

Truth from the first five words in 1 Peter 2:21…….

             “ to this you were called,”

A big thanks to Nancy E. For this reminder.

Prayer is not useless.

Prayer is THE work!

God gives His people His work to do. 

Christ is your example. 

Be alone with Him!

Seek Him through His Word! (Jeremiah 29:13)

Seek His leading for you. 

THEN, follow in His steps!

1 Peter 2:21 “in 5 words or less” in 5 sentences. 

It’s “Meditation Monday”…..

Think on these things!

PARTICIPLES IN PRACTICE!

A big thanks to Pastor Buddy of Allen Bible Church. His 9/22/24 sermon resonated with the participles I need to practice in my life. (Matthew 28:16-20, Proverbs 3, Colossians 3, Acts 4:13, 1Thessalonians 2:8)

LOVING, the present participle of love, answers the question, “ What really matters in my own life?”

LOVING God!

LOVING my neighbor!

LOViNG others! (Loving one another in fellowship!)

PIP for today……

Participles In Practice 

SATURDAY NIGHT S’MORES & SURPRISES!

Some things are worth staying out past 8pm for on a Saturday night!

Food and a family movie were a great beginning capped off with the perfect dessert! 

S’MORES😋

Wait there’s more……

What a thrill⁉️ What are the chances⁉️…… Just around the corner having supper at Anthony’s were Garrett, son of long time dear friends, Sam & Suzie & his wife Courtney❣️ I taught Courtney when she was 4 yrs. old & in pre-school. 

The Lord knew I needed a lift & He gave me a BIG ONE‼️

Faithful is He……. this Saturday night and beyond. 

(Deuteronomy 7:9, Deuteronomy 32:4, Psalm 33:4, Hebrews 13:5–6)

* Thx Koko for taking picture of my “glory gift”!

TIMELY REMINDER TO 🙏

When one’s heart is discouraged, usually more light is needed as her insides have darkened. What could be more timely than looking up yesterday at the “pray” sign on the light post at the Cafe Rel parking lot.

PRAY 

So……prayer was put in along with our lunch order!

WITHOUT FEAR!

How does one live without fear?

Today’s Jesus Calling reminded me to trust the Lord and thank Him as I (and you) rest in His sovereignty. 

 

Devote yourself to prayer being watchful and thankful. 

Colossians 4:2

WHAT A FELLOWSHIP! WHAT A JOY DIVINE!

Today was so special!

Though separated by the devestation of Hurricane Helene, I was able to communicate with dear sisters at First Evan. For friends unable to attend, or on the mailing list, my daughter recorded it and is allowing me to share privately through this link on my blog.

https://youtu.be/IX3ddsAdVSw?si=kx0Hy20xQsIonx3d 

Everything is still iffy here for us so if it doesn't work for you, let me know!

Love and thanks to all for listening and encouraging words and most of all from prayers!

A CUPPA SERENI-TEA❗️

Last night I saw the sunset looking west out of our great room window. It was the first time to spend the night in our new home. 

This morning looking east from the kitchen window, I was able to sip a cuppa sereni-TEA.  Serene…….even though the weather was drizzly, I knew I was right where the Lord wanted us to be❣️

Morning view looked right across the street to a new neighbor’s home. 

Later she came over to say hi and welcome us to the neighborhood. 

Praises!

WACKEY---

WacKey---the perfect descriptor for my mind....

or "lack their of."

Webster would say, "slightly odd or peculiar" but those adjectives  are not zany or outlandishly quirky enough for for me!

WacKey!  All encompassing/inclusive for me in thought and action!

The" key" to understanding the total me. (Note all the dots on the KEY)

Enough said!

*Exodus 20:17---A big THANKS to Buddy, Josh and Molly for living this out for me. Maybe y'all can share this "new to us" house as a vacation destination someday!

LET THE WILD RUMPUS BEGIN!