There's all kinds of stuff
...but this is MY favorite!
[I actually have that container--thanks FRiend! :) ]
1 posted on
02/20/2018 6:00:07 PM PST by
luvie
To: LUV W
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Of Spiders and Gods Presence
February 21, 2018
I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being.
Ephesians 3:16
Spiders. I dont know any kid who likes them. At least not in their rooms . . . at bedtime. But as she was getting ready for bed, my daughter spied one dangerously close to her bed. Daaaad!!!!! Spiiiderrr!!!!! she hollered. Despite my determination, I couldnt find the eight-legged interloper. Hes not going to hurt you, I reassured her. She wasnt convinced. It wasnt until I told her Id stay next to her top bunk and stand guard that she agreed to get in bed.
As my daughter settled in, I held her hand. I told her, I love you so much. Im right here. But you know what? God loves you even more than Daddy and Mommy. And Hes very close. You can always pray to Him when youre scared. That seemed to comfort her, and peaceful sleep came quickly.
Scripture repeatedly reassures us God is always near (Psalm 145:18; Romans 8:3839; James 4:78), but sometimes we struggle to believe it. Perhaps thats why Paul prayed for the believers in Ephesus to have strength and power to grasp that truth (Ephesians 3:16). He knew that when were frightened, we can lose track of Gods proximity. But just as I lovingly held my daughter as she went to sleep that night, so our loving heavenly Father is always as close to us as a prayer.
Lord, thank You for always being close by. Please give us strength and power in our hearts to remember You are near, You love us deeply, and we can always call out to You.
God is always near in spite of our fears.
Todays passage describes the overflowing riches of Gods grace, which is accessed through the Holy Spirit. Gods love is infinite and therefore beyond our understanding, but the Spirit enables our comprehension. Life-transformation is in view when we are told to be be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God (Ephesians 3:19); spending time with God transforms how we live. Experiential knowledge of the God of grace should flow over into what we say, think, feel, and do. Life is filled with ever-changing circumstances that may cause joy, sadness, satisfaction, or stress. But no matter what we experience, God is always near.
What are you struggling with now? How does the immeasurable love of Christ and Gods never-ending presence encourage you?
2 posted on
02/20/2018 6:00:36 PM PST by
The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: LUV W
3 posted on
02/20/2018 6:01:16 PM PST by
left that other site
(For America to have CONFIDENCE in our future, we must have PRIDE in our HISTORY... DJT)
To: LUV W
You are Maple Syrup
You are dependable and even a little old fashioned. You're not one to change a good thing.
You have simple tastes and enjoy simple pleasures more than most people. For you, quality always comes first.
You can be a bit of a perfectionist at times, but mostly just in your service to others. You like to do a good job.
You consider yourself a normal person, and you are very dependable. You only need a few comforts to feel content.
4 posted on
02/20/2018 6:01:56 PM PST by
Publius
("Who is John Galt?" by Billthedrill and Publius available at Amazon)
To: LUV W
I am powdered sugar.
Really...I am NOT that boring! LOL!
5 posted on
02/20/2018 6:03:51 PM PST by
left that other site
(For America to have CONFIDENCE in our future, we must have PRIDE in our HISTORY... DJT)
To: LUV W
WOO-HOO, me too, LUV!
Nom, nom...
"You Are Maple Syrup" |
You are dependable and even a little old fashioned. You're not one to change a good thing. You have simple tastes and enjoy simple pleasures more than most people. For you, quality always comes first. You can be a bit of a perfectionist at times, but mostly just in your service to others. You like to do a good job. You consider yourself a normal person, and you are very dependable. You only need a few comforts to feel content.
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6 posted on
02/20/2018 6:04:56 PM PST by
PROCON
(Happy Trump Year!)
To: LUV W
You are welcome but I am Butter Pecan Ice Cream :)
9 posted on
02/20/2018 6:06:37 PM PST by
mylife
(The Roar Of The Masses Could Be Farts)
To: LUV W
11 posted on
02/20/2018 6:07:17 PM PST by
SandRat
(Duty, Honor, Country)
To: LUV W
Hi Luv.
Sez here this week I am the Swiss Army Knife of people. Dependable.
YOU ARE MAPLE SYRUP
You are dependable and even a little old fashioned. You’re not one to change a good thing.
You have simple tastes and enjoy simple pleasures more than most people. For you, quality always comes first.
You can be a bit of a perfectionist at times, but mostly just in your service to others. You like to do a good job.
You consider yourself a normal person, and you are very dependable. You only need a few comforts to feel content.
To: LUV W
They said I was maple syrup ... and BACON!
14 posted on
02/20/2018 6:10:00 PM PST by
mylife
(The Roar Of The Masses Could Be Farts)
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To: LUV W
Hi Luv! Been AWOL for a while but thought I’d stop by. It says here I’m Maple Syrup. Which is odd because I rarely use the stuff. Pretty much a honey guy for breakfast.
33 posted on
02/20/2018 6:21:48 PM PST by
henkster
(Monsters from the Id.)
To: LUV W; Kathy in Alaska; HiJinx; AZamericonnie; Jet Jaguar; SandRat; laurenmarlowe; beachn4fun; ...
Greetings to all at the Canteen!
To all our military men and women, past and present,
THANK YOU
for your service!
You Are Maple Syrup
You are dependable and even a little old fashioned. You're not one to change a good thing.
You have simple tastes and enjoy simple pleasures more than most people. For you, quality always comes first.
You can be a bit of a perfectionist at times, but mostly just in your service to others. You like to do a good job.
You consider yourself a normal person, and you are very dependable. You only need a few comforts to feel content.
This one hurt! Now I'm craving a plate of hot waffles slathered with butter and maple syrple! LOL
41 posted on
02/20/2018 6:27:13 PM PST by
radu
(God bless our military men and women, past and present)
To: LUV W
Howdy, LUV.
Have a good day? Warming up a little?
LOVE that syrup bottle! Gorgeous!
47 posted on
02/20/2018 6:31:11 PM PST by
radu
(God bless our military men and women, past and present)
To: LUV W
52 posted on
02/20/2018 6:34:04 PM PST by
Biggirl
("One Lord, one faith, one baptism" - Ephesians 4:5W)
To: LUV W
53 posted on
02/20/2018 6:34:49 PM PST by
Biggirl
("One Lord, one faith, one baptism" - Ephesians 4:5W)
To: LUV W
Hai LUV (((HUGS)))
This is me: You Are Maple Syrup
62 posted on
02/20/2018 6:43:49 PM PST by
SkyDancer
( ~ Just Consider Me A Random Fact Generator ~ Eat Sleep Fly Repeat ~)
To: y'all; radu; mylife; Publius; PROCON; Kathy in Alaska; left that other site; SkyDancer; SandRat; ...
Aaaaaaaand...I was right!
According to the quiz! LOL!
74 posted on
02/20/2018 7:23:04 PM PST by
luvie
(Our troops are the best of the best and we should honor them EVERY day!)
To: LUV W
You are mellow and low-key. You may have a lot going on, but you don't feel the need to brag or boast. You are very self-reliant and have no problem taking care of yourself. And you are happy to let others have the spotlight. You are focused, skilled, and detail oriented. You get a lot of satisfaction from your work and intellectual pursuits. You enjoy doing small things to make others happy, even if (especially if) they don't notice. You are always thoughtful.
Bah Humbug! Butter Pecan and nothing else!!!!!!!!
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