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.
1 Peter 3:21
"Corresponding to that, baptism now saves you--not the removal of dirt from the flesh, but an appeal to God for a good conscience--through the resurrection of Jesus Christ."
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD.”
Isaiah 55:8
Isn't that spectacular that you received that reaction from the person you visit each Tues. and Thurs. afternoons! I've known Alzheimer's friends myself and you do receive the random act of clarity from time to time.
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."
John 3:16
It is tough as a human sometimes, to give a soft answer to turn away wrath. Sometimes its as our tongues have a mind of its own. I said something today that I wished I didn't say, out of frustration. But I asked forgiveness, from whom I said it to and the Lord.
But, Oh if I could just use my right to remain silent, then maybe that would train this tongue of mine, to be kind.
It was a beautiful thing today. The couple we visit on Tues/Thurs, she has Alheimers.
Today we were sitting there and just out of the blue she said, "It just came to my mind, about our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ."
It was such a beautiful thing to hear her say. Most of the time she talks about things that no one understands what she is saying. But, that was so clear and to the point, it was lovely.
Proverbs 15:1
"A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."
Proverbs 15:4
"A gentle tongue is a tree of life, but perverseness in it breaks the spirit."
LL- So happy you had a better day. Mine was too.
Ephesians 4:29
Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.
Btw, that is a favorite scripture verse of mine. Thank you for posting it.
But short of that, the only effective solution is to address the heart. What comes out of our mouths is what is in our hearts. So the more we meditate and focus on our contentment in surrender to His will and plan for our lives, the less problem we should have with our mouths.
Praying for the peace that passes understanding for all these precious care givers in Christ; as we let our requests be known to Him with thanksgiving and allow His peace to guard our hearts in Christ Jesus.
Phil 4:6-7 "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
You gave me a good reminder. This being my cross, and bearing it willingly and gracefully.
I too have been working on keeping my mouth shut. Difficult challenge as we know the tongue can no man tame. But, we carry on and keep trying.Considering how our Saviour kept his mouth shut enduring a much more difficult thing.
Thank you again for that reminder. Keep pressing on.
Sometimes it feels that I will never get this down and do it well. that I will always struggle at it and feel guilty when I cannot do it the way I feel I should do it.
But I do not give up hope. I do not give up at all. If I am allowed another day, i will get up and I will try and do better than today. And then one day, I am confident that I will get up, and will have grown and gained strength and will be doing it well. With the help of Jesus.
I have been so worried about my Mom, she has been acting a little off these last few days.
I will not give up, and I will carry on. Sorry if this doesn't quite make sense, been a rough day.
May God bless all caregivers, present, past and future. There is no other test of love and self that can be more difficult.
We are soldiers.
Romans 12:12
Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;
"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men." Colossians 3:23
Proverbs 13:4
"The soul of the sluggard craves and gets nothing, while the soul of the diligent is richly supplied."
Such a wonderful scripture verse you wrote to me!
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel.
It does no one good to fret with worry; carry on.
May the Lord bless you with all things you need. You are always so considerate and caring of others. It's what makes you, YOU.
You have such a hard job in this life, but you do it well and make it look easy. So thank you for being you.
1 Corinthians 6:12
“All things are lawful for me,” but not all things are helpful. “All things are lawful for me,” but I will not be enslaved by anything.
I chose this scripture verse specifically for Sinai.
Hoping for the best. I so hope she is found soon.
“For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield.”
Psalms 5:12
Oh, yes, definitely I will pray for Sinaii, the 15 year-old girl. I am a huge advocate for those girls who have been kidnapped such as Elizabeth Smart, Jaycee Dugard, Michelle Knight, Gina DeJesus and Amanda Berry WHO ALL ESCAPED THEIR ABUCTOR! I hope this girl is found soon. Is their an Amber Alert posted and has it been posted to social media?
Please keep in your prayers a girl named Sinaii. She is 15 and has been missing for a week. We know her parents. They are in South Carolina. Pray for her a safe return home. It is so scary in these times, kids being taken.
Much love.
I am on my own as my husband had a very dysfuntional mother and father, who shoved Catholic religion on him that changed him not to the good, but that's about all they did. They were alcoholic and mentally ill people. It doesn't stop me from being a Christian, though.
Thank you for that lovely scripture..
The value of a woman lesson, was more how the husband should value his wife. We too agree that men are the head and the woman should follow. Mostly, if a man is a good Godly leader a woman will happily follow and submit. People often get offended by that. thinking that as a head the man just has his wife for a servant. But scripture is clear that we are to serve one another, and that the man is to head his household under Christ. But a Godly woman will gladly follow a Godly man. That is how Christ intended it. Scripture is also clear how a husband should love and treat his wife.
Have you ever heard of Paul Washer?
“Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls?”
Luke 12:24
I love that scripture verse. Thank you sharing that lovely sermon! I would aspire to be likened to Jesus. How wonderful! The value of women is not spoken of very much in my independent Baptist Church as it is taught that men are the head or leader of the household and women must follow. Yes, the reward that we get as caregivers or former caregivers is immense.
Today was a good day. Two good sermons. One on the value of women, and the other was let the beaty of Jesus be seen in you.
Speaking of the actions and love of Jesus, not physical appearance, because we know as scripture says Jesus was not as portrayed in pictures. As in Isaiah 53,he hath no form nor comeliness; and when we shall see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him.
But Jesus was beautiful in that while he was despised and rejected, He loved and was the greatest example of love. Laying down his life in our stead. We as caregivers show love in a similar way, by giving up part of our life to care for loved ones.
No greater love is their than that a man would lay down his life for another.
When we have sacrificial love as a caregiver, we are giving up parts of ourselves and parts of our lives, but, will be replenished and we will be all the much better people for it.
Difficult labor of love. But every bit worth it.
Love your loved ones so that you will have no regrets. Love as if each day is the last.
Stay strong and find ALL your strength in God through Jesus Christ.
Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Oh, what lovely scripture. Sorry I can't share one with you today due to my head hurting.
I had a good day today. I am feeling more and more better each day, praise God. I have been learning how to take small amounts of time to myself little by little and see that Mom is ok if I do that. So today I was able to get some things done and not feel guilty about it. And Mom was okay, it did not take away from her in any way. So, I am learning.......
“From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.”
Psalms 61:2