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.
Things went well today, Mom seemed to have a good time, although she has such a joy in her that she has a good time doing anything really. I have always wished I had that joy. The second fruit of the spirit. :) I assume she gets her joy in the Lord.
We went on a day trip, had lunch and dinner out and then came home. She was tuckered, as I am also. Thank you for thinking of us, and Praise the Lord all went well, even the sunshine came out today after such bad storms.
I want to see the article Power of Love.
God be with you LL
I wish you well with what you are planning for your mom's celebration on her wedding anniversary. I am sure even the little things and the big things that you do are so appreciated by your dear mom. I'll be thinking of you both.
I just love the Fruits of the Spirit and I chose to focus on LOVE here below especially with you in mind and doing what you do for your mom.
Love – Fruit of the Spirit Bible Verse
If I had to rank all of the above fruit of the Spirit in their order of possible importance, the quality of love would have to be #1. And this is why it may have been listed as the first fruit in the above Scripture verse.
Due to the extreme importance of just this one quality, I am going to do another article on this quality and title it “The Power of Love.”
This article will also be listed in the Sanctification Section of our site.
There are some very powerful and profound verses from the Bible on just this one quality alone, and it needs to have its own article to do it proper justice.
Here are some of the different definitions on what love is from the different Bible Dictionaries and Commentaries:
Unselfish, benevolent concern for another; brotherly concern; the object of brotherly concern or affection
The self-denying, self-sacrificing, Christ-like love which is the foundation of all other graces
Unselfish, loyal and benevolent concern for the well being of another
The high esteem which God has for His human children and the high regard which they, in turn, should have for Him and other people
To love, to have affection for someone; to like; to be a friend; the love of brothers for each other
I am preparing for tomorrow. I am not sure if the things I do, I should be doing. But I always make my Mom a card and put a little decorations around, and then dinner and day road trip, for her anniversary, which my Dad isn't here to celebrate.
But I just do it because I want her to know, I know how special the day is, even if he is not here. So anyway, i don't know, I just try to make a sad day for her, into a joyful day as much as possible.
We had such bad tornadic weather today, and Thank the Lord it went on either side of us. And tomorrow will be more, so planning the road trip we aren't going to be able to go where planned but going to drive away from the storms to unfamiliar territory, may be nice to see new things.
Much love and prayers LL
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.”
Galatians 5:22
That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God; Colossians 1:10
Thank you for your prayers for baby Faith. I was gleeful when I brought over the 2 bakers' dozen of bagels. I was rewarded by Nicolette by a birthday gift of a lovely, Shakesperean-looking journal, writing pen, Panera gift card and birthday card.
Ephesians 5:1-2
Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
So Thursday is what would have been my parents 63rd wedding anniversary. The second without my Dad. So last year on that day we just took my Mom sightseeing and to lunch and just tried to give her a good day. It seemed to keep her spirits up. But, always the week of she begins talking so much about my Dad. It makes me so sad that she must be feeling huge loss. I cannot imagine. So this Thursday we will again do the same. She seems pleased with the plans. She wants Chinese for lunch and to drive to a place we have grown fond of going, that she loves.
I just worry about her, and their anniversary, and his birthday, always stresses me out, because I just don't want her to feel sad. And I always have to fight feeling sad myself, and hold up for her sake. Anyway, please keep my Mom in your prayers, that she will be comforted on her saddest days.
Psalms 94:19
In the multitude of my thoughts within me thy comforts delight my soul.
I was wrong --- baby Faith's fever is 105.7.
Just remember, if this life was perfect, we would not look forward to heaven.
Many prayers are going out for all you caregivers.
I hope you all press on through any challenges this week.
Much love.
A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
When you want to delete what you posted, or correct it, click the edit button once posted in error.
Backspace everything, or just about everything. The challenge is to replace what you have said, because one cannot just delete the whole thing and then not post something when you are in the delete mode. Then, be sure to post edits.
Nothing you have posted is worrisome, and you never know who is praying, reading, but not posting.
Maybe there are other easier ways, but that is what I do when "editing" needs to be done.
I have to wait and review what I have written, often the auto-correct says things that I would never say. I think you get 20-30 minutes to edit....
Romans 8:18
“For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.”
Many blessings are caring wishes I send your way.
My only goals are to Love the Lord God with all my being, my neighbor as myself, and to hear those words.
Thank Jesus that we do not have to be perfect because that is impossible. But we strive to be like him, and do our best. And our best should always get better, as we grow and learn.
My Mom appreciates the hugs :)
May God bless you in whatever is going on in your life.
No, that was a different office complex~~~no putting out of fires required.
you are such a sweet friend. I am blessed that our paths have crossed. You are ever so thoughtful and I wish I could give you a big hug. Your words have brought me much joy and put a smile on my face, for such love and kindness.
I do hope to bestow edification to you as well, as you are always edifying to me. Much love and prayers for you my dear friend. I hope your dental visit went well and you did not have to put any fires out. (HUG)