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December 8, 2010December 15, 2010

Thankful Thursday ~ A New Friend

“First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is proclaimed in all the world.” ~ Romans 1:8 (ESV)

God is good – all the time. As you all know (or most of you), I work full-time at a very large corporate office. It is very hard to keep positive throughout the week.

Today I want to share about a friendship I have formed with one of my co-workers. I have prayed for a while for someone to talk to about Jesus at work. In today’s society you really have to be careful; you might get called into the HR office if you mention the name of Jesus to someone who does not believe.

Lori is an amazing woman of faith. I love talking to her. The great thing is that I can share with her what I am struggling with when reading the Bible. I am currently reading through Ezra (I am not so good with the Old Testament *sigh*). Lori just smiled when I mentioned that I have a hard time with the Old Testament; she makes me feel comfortable sharing and makes me feel I am not alone 🙂 …

Today, I am very thankful that God placed Lori in my life. Goodness, I spend 70% of my time at work, so the support of another Christian is marvelous. Lori (in case you read this), you are awesome!!!! It is so nice to talk to you about our shared faith in Christ.

What are you thankful for today? Please do share with us by leaving your link below. I apologize for not stopping by last week, but we received our new cable modem today and it works like a charm :).

Thank you for stopping by today. Remember: God answers our prayers in His time – don’t give up.

Thankful Thursday Participants

1. Amanda@ Confessions of a Wannabe Supermom
2. Heather@Becoming A Titus 2 Woman
3. Trish @ SAHM’s Notebook
4. Lynn ~The Christmas Letter
5. From Coughing to Praising
6. Bus Drivers
7. Jessica @ By Grace Alone
8. More Than Words
9. Joshlin@Saving Moms Sanity
10. LaughingLady
11. Grace
12. Amazing Grace – Campus Ministry

13. It Feels Like Chaos
14. Amy @ Nine-Ninety-One
15. L
16. Life is a Battle
17. Bernice @ My Journey
18. Chris
19. Andrea@PurposeGuide
20. Laurie @ Women Taking a Stand
21. Gemini
22. Erin
23. Melanie @ M&M
24. Sherry

25. Marsha
26. Jessica @ Waiting for Baby
27. Michele
28. Cora – Refuge and Strength
29. Tiff @ The Faery Inn
30. Long Wait For Isabella
31. Harter
32. Donetta at a Life Uncommon
33. Andi
34. The heart of a child
35. Wendy Gunn @ Faith’s Firm Foundation
36. Rita

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December 13, 2009December 20, 2009

Book Giveaway – “Pearl Girls”

Comments now closed – winner announced 12/20/09

Some of you know that my sweet friend Lori is one of the many contributors to “Pearl Girls ~ Encountering Grit, Experiencing Grace“. In honor of “12 Days of Pearls”, you can win a copy of the book. You can read an excerpt of the book here. I love the book because the writers share from their heart and all proceeds go to two different charities.

How to win the book? Simply leave a comment on this post (you don’t have to be a blogger to win). Make sure you leave a comment with a valid email address so I can contact you to get your snail-mail address. The giveaway is open until December 19th, with the winner to be announced on December 20th.

Thanks you for stopping by…
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November 25, 2009December 2, 2009

Thankful Thursday
~ Thanksgiving Edition

Sing praises to the Lord, O you his saints,
and give thanks to his holy name.
~ Psalm 30:4 (ESV emphasis mine)

There are so many things to be thankful for, don’t you agree? In the US the ‘official’ Thanksgiving Day is celebrated today. But why should we wait for an entire year to give thanks? That is why we ‘meet’ once a week to share our thanks…I hope you will still join us this week for the ‘Thanksgiving Edition’ 😛 …

Today I want to share with you the things that just popped in my head this morning…the things we might take for granted on a day-to-day basis. So here it goes:

I am thankful for God’s provision – not only salvation, but provision on a day-to-day basis — the ‘Daily Bread’. I so enjoy spending time with Him in the morning; it gives me the right perspective to start my day..

I am thankful for my beloved. He still is my greatest cheerleader; even when I have a very bad photo session. He still encourages me and shows me ways how can ‘rescue’ photos…

I am so thankful that our son is doing so well. It really was hard for me to really let go, but I know that he is in God’s hands now…

I am thankful for the Internet. Not only can I connect with believers around the world, but I can share my faith with anyone who wants to read what I am writing about my Lord. I am also grateful because I can order stuff from my home-country Germany. I was so giddy this morning that I had to share with my friend in Florida. You know what I ordered? A German Bible and a study companion for the new year!!!!! Yes, I do I have a German Bible, but I wanted a more contemporary version (my German is a getting little rusty when it comes to reading 😆 )…

I am thankful for my radio station. I love singing praises every morning going to work (and coming home)…

I am thankful for our home. My dream-home? Hm, I would love to live closer to the beach (closest is in California). BUT I do have a roof over my head…

I am thankful for my job. My dream-job? Hardly!!! But it helps to contribute to our household income to pay our bills etc. Maybe one day God will allow my dream to become my job (with God all things are possible)…

Last but not least I am thankful for a four-day-weekend!!! Wahoo!!!!!

Oh.my – I could go on for ever, but I want you not to be bugged down with just my post. Go out and ‘meet’ other thankful Bloggers 🙂 …So, what are you thankful for this week? Please share with us by leaving your link below…

Thank you for stopping by today. Remember: It does not have to be declared a national (US) holiday to be thankful 😉 . Have a blessed Thanksgiving weekend!

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