On My First Day
My mind has been everywhere lately and I find myself a bit overwhelmed by recent events. I’ve decided it’s not bad to withdraw a little bit, for a little while but it’s impossible to shine a light if you keep it under a basket.
My first day of 2006 has been spent reflecting. The last days of 2005 brought so many challenges that I find I have to examine myself and make sure I’m not being distracted by the winds of change. While many of these recent events were emotionally trying, none have proved to be anything less than a blessing to all involved and I remain very thankful in everything. My conclusion today is the same as always. I am a fool but God is so very good.
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offered by Kc | 1/01/2006 06:06:00 PM
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"Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you thinks that he is wise in this age, he must become foolish, so that he may become wise. For the wisdom of this world is foolishness before God. For it is written, 'He is the one who catches the wise in their craftiness'; and again, 'The Lord knows the reasonings of the wise, that they are useless.'"
I Cor. 3:18-20
Yes, God IS so very good.
Casey,
I just wanted to say that you are loved! Times are trying, but they are the fires of our purification. Great damage has to be done to a block of marble before it produces a masterpiece.
We are trophies of His grace...
Antonio
i am always here for you and mamu. i'm always praying for you.
may this year bring more blessings to you and your family. you're always loved.
happy new year!
Reflection is always a good pursuit.
You do not seem like a fool to me. Indeed God is good.
God Bless
Matthew
Jayne I am so thankful for you. I am looking forward so much to all of us studying, praying and praising together. Thank you dear sister for all you're doing. ;-)
Seeker that verse is proved in my life constantly. Bless you sister. ;-)
Antonio your devotion to the Truth is such an encoragement to me. I am truely grateful for your love and encoragement and I pray I can return it even half as well. Thank you brother. ;-)
Pia you fill my heart beyond words.
Matthew it seems I am not the only one willing to turn a blind eye. ;-) Bless you brother.
Bless you Casey. Yes we are but a fool, but God's love and wisdom is so very wonderful. You're in my prayers.
While things in this life may be overwhelming, God's love and grace is more so. God will never let you down. Your faith in Him is truly a shining light! So, that's right, come on out from under the basket!
Well said Kitty. I am so thankful to be a partner in prayer with you. ;-)
Kristi you're such an encouragement to us. We love you dearly. ;-)
kc: You are a great encouragement to me and I thank you for that. May God give you an awareness of His easy yoke and be your ever present help i time of trouble. May this new year be the best ever for you and His Kingdom.
Joe I would love to think we were even but I know better. Sunday Praise, among other articles, has helped me to keep my eyes looking up more times than I can count. Your love for others and your devotion is a constant source of inspiration toward faithfulness.
kc,
Whatever the trying times, know that you will come out on the other side with the Lord's hand still holding on to you! That is always a great visual picture for me. I'm glad you are my blog friend.
Jesus' Hand is always leading you. His Love is always covering you.
God bless you brother!
Rose thanks for the wisdom and your friendship. You're doing a good thing here and I'm confident in life as well. It's a real blessing to have intermet you and John. ;-)
Audrey you are most surely a large part of our Son shine! I'm so grateful to you for your prayers and e-fellowship. May God continue to bless you dear sister. ;-)
Jacki and I are in a bit of a trial but it would seem if I am permitted to say such, that it is not a trial by fire, but maybe a trial by grace. I feel as though God is showing her and I more grace, as always, than we deserve and it is our trial to see if we in turn take it with...grace. Thank you always for your kind words of encouragement. And be encouraged, Be chosen, Be alive, and loved. Be forgiven, Be redeemed. Be broken. Be mended. What a savior! What a King!
Josh I have such confidence in both of you. My heart would lead me to beg God to remove the trial. I will pray for everyone involved.
Your words lifted me up so much and I am so encouraged in knowing how God is working in your lives. My hopes for you both, Adam, Kristi and so many of your contemporaries are so very high.
Just thought I stop by for a minute.
How's your resolutions??
Pech your comment is so welcome. My resolution is still 1024x768 on both displays but I may take it up a notch or three if I replace my monitors this year. (grin)
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