BEST GIFT EVER!

We spend time and money searching for the perfect Christmas gift.

We fret. We fume--often for naught.

Immanuel--God with us.

For the best gift, share Jesus.

He's the true gift. The "best yet."

He keeps on giving.

ANSWERED PRAYER!

No prayer is too small or insignificant to be heard and answered by God.

Some are answered immediately.

Sometimes we must wait. 

Others are not quite the answer we had sought.

There's an answered prayer here. Look closely!*

It's only significant to me. Hubby knew so he searched. He found it yesterday. It was after I accepted the loss. Acceptance. Then Gad answered  It was like a "trust" lesson.

Call unto me and I will answer thee and shew thee great and might things which thou knowest not. (Jeremiah 33:3, KJV)

When our prayers align with God's will (Thy will be done.) and purpose He always answers for our good and His glory. 

*Look carefully in the top right rectangle & it's in the lower left corner of that rectangle.

N.O.T.E.

N.O.T.E. An acrostic follow-up as I pay attention and consider His ways.

Studying God's Word is more than a "plop and drop" experience. Although at times I have done that as well. God can always meet me right where I am. 

When really studying God's word and searching and finding a  scripture for further understanding.....I read, mark, sometimes highlight, chew on it and inwardly digest it (Jeremiah 15:16) 

I need to read through a scripture for context. Prayer follows and continues. I notice words or phrases jumping out. I observe around me ways God is leading me; I talk to the Lord. I embrace and respond accordingly. 

Notice

Observe

Talk

Embrace glory (Joyce Ann Evans) as we respond to what God has taught us

To God be the glory as I take n.o.t.e. and live it out.

SUNRISE SUNSET!

Sunrise. Sunset. 

Many theater goers recall those words from "Fiddler on the Roof." It's an analogy of time flying by as the fiddler watches his children grow.

As we age, time seems to fly by for us as well. We know the importance of celebrating our moments. Making the most of the time we have with the ones we love most. 

Where is the LORD in that hierarchy of our affections? Do we begin and end each day focusing on him?

From the rising of the sun to its setting, 

the name of the LORD is to be praised. (Psalm 113:3

This Texas sunset reflects His grandeur.

TAKE NOTE!

Take note.

Pay Attention.

....Love one another as I have loved you. (John 15:12b)

 Words preceding John 15:12b let the reader know this is a command of God.

One should not only pay attention and take note......but also heed.

Heeding is the act of obedience which is key for all of God's commands.

Take note....Loving one another is a privilege!

PEACE NEEDED

Peace is always needed for a healthy life but it seems to be needed even more as Christmas approaches. And so I pray---peace for others!

(Picture hanging in Chatios Memorial Chapel, The Cove 2013)

Today I prayed Numbers 6:26 for a squad of others!

the LORD lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. (ESV)

For more meditating on that one verse, consider the AMP version.

The LORD lift up His countenance (face) 

upon you (with divine approval, 

And give you peace (a tranquil heart and life)

Peace, offered from God's Word,  feels good no matter which version you consider.

P.E.A.C.E.

P.E.A.C.E.

Acrostics to help us remember. Used often by me for self and others

Pray.

Enjoy. 

Accept this as "father-filtered.

Center your thoughts on Him and His will for you...

Expect to see God's hand in your life during this struggle.

P.E.A.C.E. Come up with an acrostic of your own to share with me or others.

OUT OF THE MOUTH OF BABES!

Shug and PopPop take a look at this! "Who are these people, Jack?" Mommy asked.

"They're humans." he said.

Jack knows who's in the manger. He hollers it out. BABY JESUS.

He's not ashamed. His excited hands show it!

He knows Jesus came down for him. "ME." Jack points to himself.

So he can play with Him. Jesus meets Jack right where he is.

Later Daddy came in the room and asked Jack what he was doing.

"I'm playing with God," was his response. Hmmm...beginning triune God thoughts!

 Yes....out of the mouth of babes!

SUNRISE TO SUNSET

From sunrise to sunset the earth shows forth the wonder of our creator!

PRAISES! SONGS OF JOY!!

So grateful for a church whose prayer prompt for Sunday is PRAISE!

PRAISES for a Serene Sabbath with a choir loft filled with symphony members and angelic voices joyfully singing to our Lord.

Praises began early this morning and are still lingering as the sun is starting to set on this glorious 3rd Advent Sunday of joy!

WALK IN THE LIGHT

Many candles bring special light.

Advent candles. Birthday candles. Christmas candles. Emergency candles, Wedding candles.

This one candle was made overr 53 years ago. One from many. Mother made it by melting all the candles that shone in the windows and by the altar on my wedding day, 8/9/69. As  I placed it on the kitchen table this morning, I was reminded to pray for those who attended my wedding, in particular my Quad Squad. Three friends who not only were there but had entertained me with luncheons prior...and were serving or attending me that day.

The light from the candle led me to Isaiah 2:5.

Come,.....let us walk in the light of the LORD. 

May we all walk in the light of the LORD as we focus on the ONE who is the reason for the season!