Excuse the Dust…

God is our refuge and strength,
a very present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way,
though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea,
though its waters roar and foam,
though the mountains tremble at its swelling.
~ Psalm 46:1-3 (ESV)

I think I need to ‘undust’ (maybe that is not a word 😆 ) my little corner of the blogging world. I have been away for little while…needed to figure out where I am going with life in general; and blogging in specific.

You see, I wanted always be real on my blog. I wanted to be an encouragement to others. But how could I encourage others, if I myself was discouraged. I think my biggest discouragement came that I couldn’t keep up with all the demands that blogging brings. Due to my job-change in 2006, I was unable to keep up with all the wonderful women bloggers out there…

I also looked at the success of others in the blogging world. That was just plain wrong…I should have just looked at who I am in Him. I totally lost focus on what this blog suppose to be about. About Him and making Him know to a hurting world…If I was to encourage some of my sisters along the way…Praise to Him!!!!

As some of you might know, Max Lucado is my all-time favorite Christian writer. I have quoted Him often here and elsewhere. Currently I am reading some of his books that were republished in one volume – just marvelous! One quote that really stuck from one of the books is my new motto:

“Changing direction in life is not tragic. Losing passion in life is…”
~ Max Lucado, ‘When God Whispers Your Name

Yes, I lost passion in life for a little while. I forgot my purpose…Lord, thank you for the not-so-gentle reminder…

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What else is new? My wonderful friend Lori is hosting a Bible study 😛 …Please check it out every Friday (just click on the button above — it will take you there). Ezekiel you are wondering? Heavy, but also encouraging to the ones who put their trust in Him…

Oh, and this week I will be reviling something that I have been working on over the last couple of months…So, stay tuned. I am very excited about it 😀 …

Okay, I better up-date my sidebar with a couple of things…Thanks for stopping by today (and thank you for not forgetting about me)…Until next time…

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Thankful Thursday ~ Seasons

“For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: … a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted…”
~ Ecclesiastes 3:1-2 (ESV ~ emphasis mine)

The other night on my way home I thought about our son (as I do often…and pray for him)…I can not believe that he is on his own for a year already.

As I was thinking about the past year, I thought about all the seasons – not only the yearly seasons, but the seasons of life. And I finally got the passage of Ecclesiastes…we have to let go of the past and look to the future…So my focus today is on the seasons of my life and how the Lord helped me grow through them…

  • Lord, thank You for being there for me in all the seasons of my life. No matter how far away I was at one point, You made sure that I don’t fall off the edge completely. You always has me in sight…
  • Lord, thank You for allowing me to grow in my marriage. Although not always the perfect wife, You helped me to become better at it…
  • Lord, thank You for allowing me to be a mom. Motherhood has helped me to become more patient. Thank You for helping me through the hard years of teenage hood…
  • Lord, thank You for the childhood I had. I am for ever grateful for my parents. Their love for you has left an imprint on my heart…
  • Lord, thank You for all the friendships you have brought into my life. The past and current ones. All the friendships have helped me to grow into the woman I am today…
  • Lord, thank You for all the wonderful Biblical teachers in my life. With the power of Your Spirit, they have helped me learn more about You…
  • And Lord, thank You for what You are going to do for the next season in my life. Lord, may I have an open heart and spirit to follow you, no matter what…

What are you thankful for today? I would love for you to link up your post below.

Thank you for stopping by today. Remember: no matter what season in life you find yourself in, cherish the past, but look with joy to the future…

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Thankful Thursday Participants

1. Mariposa
2. mama meji
3. gina @ chatswithanoldlady
4. Twinkle Mom of Sunflower Faith
5. Stacy – CONTEST!
6. Melanie
7. Home with Amy
8. Rocks of God’s best gift
9. Linda
10. Nancie
11. Laurie Ann
12. Denise
13. Cheryl@ Hope
14. It’s All About Him!
15. Lynn (Spiritually Unequal Marriage)
16. Mary
17. BP @ Raindrops & Rainbows
18. Tere {Blessings in Life}
19. Laurie @ womentakingastand
20. Erica
21. Pia @ My Life’s Journey
22. Marsha
23. Willnette
24. Joanne @ BLESSED…
25. Charlotte
26. Jenileigh’s Journey
27. Mary
28. Felicity
29. Michelle @ Dei Gratia
30. Beth@The Accidental Pharisee
31. Michele
32. Jenn
33. Peggy@Mazes…
34. Sharon @ Reservoir
35. Serendipity Park
36. Kim aka GoofyMamma
37. Beth
38. He & Me 3
39. Jill
40. Debra
41. Heather @ Not a DIY Life
42. Tammy
43. toknowhim
44. Kim @ Scattered Stones
45. Tracy @ Thirsty for Him
46. Happy Mamma
47. That I may know Him more
48. Mel’s World with Melissa Mashburn
49. annb
50. Heather@mommymonk
51. Chelsey at Joyfully Living
52. Willow
53. gengen
54. Sherry(@myjourney)
55. Bonnie
56. Kellie
57. gail @ challenges and adventures
58. Gina’s Public Diary
59. Joy@littlecowpokesinthecountry
60. Liza’s Eyeview
61. Amanda Bowers
62. Nancy @ Homemade Blessings
63. Tessa @ Jesus-Filled Hope
64. Tanja
65. Lisa@blessedwithgrace
66. Tracy @ Seed Thoughts
67. Tracey @ Cheese and Whine
68. Kathy C.
69. Crystal’s Random Musings
70. Front Porch Legacy
71. Lea
72. Irene *The GreenGreek*
73. Denise@Teacups & Time
74. Leanne from Canada
75. Mommy Magee
76. in the masters hands
77. Sabrina
78. lisa
79. SharonB
80. Tami @ The Next Step
81. becky aka theRAV
82. Cora from Hidden Riches
83. Paula @ Refined By Him
84. LaDonna
85. Janet @ Daily Provision
86. Audie
87. Chel @ Chasing Contentment (my first time!)
88. Tea with Tiffany
89. Tara @ Feels like home
90. Vanessa
91. Dawn’s Daily Life
92. Mari Taylor
93. J-ME
94. Ann
95. Tricia @ Venturesome Sojourners
96. Susan (A Happy Heart at Home)
97. cheryl
98. Rebecca
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