Is anyone else having a challenge of doing things scriptural, verses what the secular world says. As in scripture says to put others before me whereas the secular world says put me first. I know what is right, just wondering if others may struggle with this. And how do we mourn the loss of ourselves without sinking into depression? How do we have joy in the midst of our trials and tribulations? It seems that as time passes my patience doesn't hurt as much, (must be experience), but still everyday I start wearing down where my patience begins to hurt a little and I am struggling not to let it be seen. I spend a lot of time in prayer and in the word, that is the only way I have the strength to do this, putting myself aside. But as a faulty human being, I am still in a struggle and seek like minded individuals who understand. May God bless all those who are loving their loved ones to the best of their ability.
Hugs back to you!!💖
Just in case I don't get to tell you later.
((HUGS))
NHWM- How is your DH? you both are in my prayers.
How is everyone? I haven't had a chance to read all the posts, but I love the scriptures.
I have just been doing a lot of studying, so not much time for anything else besides my chores and such around here.
The goats are well and I am confident the three girls will have babies about February.
We are still recovering from the ice storm we had. Power was out for a week. But thank the Lord we have a generator and fireplace, so keeping Mom and AB warm worked out well. But we have been picking up and cutting up sooooooo many tree branches.
I feel kind of dull these days, not much to say. But I love and pray for you all. Do not be discouraged with what trials come your way, draw nigh to God and HE will draw nigh to you, and you will get through them.
The righteous cry, and the LORD heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles. The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all. Psalms 34:17-19
We are required to be good to everybody unconditionally. Love thy neighbor as thyself.
Be Blessed
New King James Version
14 But the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; nor can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.
Upcoming surgery on your eyes?
I am going to be praying for you to have a successful outcome on your eye surgery. Hoping to hear the good results soon!
Adding Bridger, her family, and now her husband in hospital for Covid.
Adding Pamzimmert and her Mom, now in hospital, non-Covid but breathing related.
And of course, continued prayers for NHWM's husband.
There are others, and even more who have not asked.
I am not trying to take over Smeshque's thread here, but if anyone needs prayers, asking here may help.
And Jesus answered and said to them: “Take heed that no one deceives you."
Is your husband still giving sermons?
New American Standard Bible
Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those which exist are established by God.
New King James Version
Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God.
Joshua 1:9
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”
He had an uncomfortable doctor appointment to do the prep work for his radiation treatments. He is a bit sore.
Things are moving along. We will be so glad when it’s behind us.
You believe that there is one God. You do well. Even the demons believe—and tremble!
New King James Version
“The heart is deceitful above all things, And desperately wicked; Who can know it?
New King James Version
As it is written: “There is none righteous, no, not one;
The Lord God, speaking of sin.
The Lord God who gave us a Savior, Jesus, His Son.
I just wanted you to know that Simon and I have been praying for Brad and you. We are with you in spirit during this challenging time. Take care of yourself too 🙏
Be near me in my time of weakness and pain; sustain me by your grace, that my strength and courage may not fail; heal me according to your will; and help me always to believe that what happens to me here is of little account if you hold me in eternal life, my Lord and my God. Amen.
I know that the nurse spoke to him about nutrition, ITRR
My oldest daughter that has Chron’s knows more about probiotics than I do. I will speak to her about it. He takes vitamins.
Fear not!
If he is anything like my husband, he would do better being a comfort to you and not being babied. I think it helps real men fight harder because they are the head of us and we need them in our lives to thrive. It is the natural order of things and helps build them up to know how much they are truly needed. (That's how it is at my home anyway.)
Are you giving him lots of vitamin c and probiotics? His system will need the immune help and doctors will not tell you about supplements to bolster his immunity.
I pray that he tolerates the treatments well and that you are both lifted up in God's grace.
Thank you.
I was doing okay before. I suppose it didn’t seem real. Now it feels real and I am anxious. I’m trying not to show my husband how concerned I am because I want to comfort him.
Oh Lord, thou hast pleaded the causes of my soul; thou hast redeemed my life.
Lamentations 3, 57 & 58 KJV
May The Lord take all fear and give us certainty and comfort that HE has redeemed our life. God bless you Smeshque, you have been on my heart and I pray that you and your family are well.
It may or may not be scripture (I'm not a churchgoer), but I don't know how anyone is supposed to take care of others if they don't take care of themselves. It seems the Lord understands that.
Forsaking yourself is just martyrdom, not being helpful.
New King James Version
“But the Lord is in His holy temple.
Let all the earth keep silence before Him.”
I can’t believe my daughter is living there now. She seems to be prepared. She bought snow boots, hats, gloves, warm jacket, sweaters and wool socks! Oh, and new tires for her car.
So sad that an elderly couple died in their home because they didn’t evacuate.
I’m a bit nervous about my southern daughter driving in the snow! Please pray and reassure me that she’s going to be fine.
🙏 Thanks.
Are you going to make cheese? I love goat cheese.
The Lord is showing me the way to deal with my dad in a way that lets HIM be 1st and foremost in the conversation.
Thank you for your example, it truly has been helpful.
May God continue to lead you and strengthen you in this journey you are on. Your loved ones are blessed to have you.
May you be blessed exceeding abundantly.
Your presence is missed.
The names came from the Bible :), My next girl will be Chloe.:)
We have a little buckling which is Rebecca's son, we wethered him, however I let AB name him and he named him Jr. :(
We just rent a buck as needed for freshening.
My girl Abigail, I have trained her to just follow me without being led and she will jump on the milkstand on command. Sarah is almost as good. But Rebecca has been a challenge, I think her previous owners were either not social with her, or maybe mean to her. When we first got her she definitely would not allow us to get close. So she has to be caught and led to the stand. But, now she will let me touch her head, but no pets yet. I am wearing her down. She will trust me one day.
My Border collie which was a gift from a previous co worker, he is becoming a good goat herder. It is amazing how they have that instinct and it is so natural. It is so neat to watch. When he was a pup, he would try and herd us and the other dogs. Then he went to the chickens and would herd them. But now that he has goats. He is all about the goats. His name is Sika. Pronounced Ceekuh. It is part of my DH's Indian name. But Sika is still in training daily but he improves daily. He is a brilliant dog.
Sorry I got on a goat kick. I just so enjoy them, they have brought so much joy around here. Mom enjoys sitting out and watching them as well. Abigail will jump on the bench next to Mom and Mom will pet her. It is sweet. She has never really been an animal person, but now she loves the dogs and well the goats too.
I hope you all are doing well.
Oh how great is thy goodness, which thou hast laid up for them that fear thee; which thou hast wrought for them that trust in thee before the sons of men! Psalms 31:19
I have a friend who lives in a log cabin north of New Orleans in a rural area. She had a goat named, Spanky.
He is so cute but she says he eats everything! She has five acres of land. She used to have a flower garden but she gave up on growing flowers. She said Spanky destroyed her garden!
I remember taking my daughters to the zoo when they were young. Audubon Zoo in New Orleans has a cute little petting zoo for kids.
I was toting around a diaper bag. A diaper was sticking out of the bag and a goat grabbed it and ate it. I was shocked. Goats are funny!