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Thankful Thursday ~ His Word – My Strength

“For as the rain and the snow come down from heaven
and do not return there but water the earth,
making it bring forth and sprout,
giving seed to the sower and bread to the eater,
so shall my word be that goes out from my mouth;
it shall not return to me empty,
but it shall accomplish that which I purpose,
and shall succeed in the thing for which I sent it.
(Isaiah 55:10-11 ESV – emphasis mine)

I truly am thankful for His Word; it gives me the strength that I need to get through the rough days. Sometimes we find ourselves challenged by what life throws at us. Last night I was a little unsettled about some things. You see, I like to please everyone, the people I work with especially.

But honestly, not everyone will like you, no matter how hard your try. As I was reading through a devotion, Luke 6:27-29 ‘jumped’ right at me.

“But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. To one who strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also, and from one who takes away your cloak do not withhold your tunic either.
(Luke 6:27-29 ESV)

This has always been a very tough passage for me to follow. So, this morning I prayed for a particular person I have some ‘bumping-head’ issues with. To tell you the truth, this was the best thing I could have done. I was at ease with things at work and the day went better than expected.

You see, God knows what we need and He will guide us by His Word to take the right actions. So, I am more than thankful that we have instructions that will defuse hot topics!

What are you thankful for this week? Please share with us by leaving a link to your Thankful Thursday post below.

Thank you for stopping by today. Remember: if a situation needs defused, grab your Bible and He will guide you to take the right action.

Love and peace,
Iris

Thankful Thursday Participants

1. LaughingLady
2. Judith C Evans
3. Stefanie @ UpLIFTing Words
4. Christmas Came Today
5. Slenderella Jenn
6. LeAnn Williams
7. Aisling Beatha
8. Denise
9. Mrs.B@Homekeepers Journey		 10. Good News Bad News
11. Julie’s Lifes a wheel
12. bp
13. Jess @ Homestead 4 Him
14. Reaching out…
15. Melanie @ M&M
16. becky aka theRAV
17. Servant, Wife, Mother
18. Kate @ Teaching What Is Good		 19. Ms. Kathleen
20. Inspirations from Phather Phil – Thankful Thursday: No End In Sight
21. Conchsaladesque
22. Mary
23. Laurie @ Women Taking a Stand
24. Gen@Simply Cornish
25. Jenny Anne@Royal Little Lambs
26. ~Melissa

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Thankful Thursday ~ Ministry

“And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ, so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, by craftiness in deceitful schemes…” ~ Ephesians 4:11-14 (ESV – emphasis mine)

Over the last couple of week’s I have thought a lot about Greg Laurie’s ministry in California. Not only is Pastor Laurie an author, a pastor to a large congregation, but he is also a well known evangelist.

After his son Christopher died, I thought that Pastor Laurie would cancel the upcoming crusade in California. But not so…What a strong leader; what a strong family. I am so very thankful for the commitment Pastor Laurie (and his family) to keep spreading God’s Word here in the US.

I understand that times have been tough for a lot of us; high gas-prices, rising food cost, some family members loosing their job…(water damages…)

Even if you can not sponsor Bibles or a seat to any of the US crusades, would you consider praying for Harvest Ministry? Pray for people who need to hear His Word that they may come to one of the crusades?

If you have never heard about Harvest Ministry, just click on the logo below and you will find all kind of information about crusades and how you can get involved…

Southern California Harvest 08 with Greg Laurie

I know this is a very different Thankful Thursday, but Harvest Ministry has been very close to my heart for many years…Spreading God’s Word and making Him known in the world is all that matters. So I am very thankful for ministries like Harvest…

What are you thankful for this week? Would you care to share? Please leave your link to your blog below…

Thank you for stopping by today …and don’t forget – we are all called to share His Word with the world – in small and in big ways 😛 …

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Thankful Thursday Participants

1. Twinkle Mom of Sunflower Faith
2. Melanie
3. Felicity 🙂
4. Lalaine
5. Nancie
6. JadeMerie (new)
7. toknowhim
8. Laurie @ womentakingastand
9. Mamasmurf (Chrissy)
10. Peggy@3Ms…aMazingGrace
11. Angie
12. Susan @ Forever His
13. Cheryl
14. Gina’s Public Diary
15. BP @ Raindrops & Rainbows
16. mama meji
17. Ann/mom2HandH
18. Willnette
19. Tänia of Faith Prints
20. Aisha @ The Holley Herald
21. Carrie – Oak Rise Cottage
22. the cookntchermom
23. Millie
24. Peggy
25. Paula @ Refined By Him
26. Tami @ The Next Step
27. on the Rock
28. Beth@The Accidental Pharisee
29. Kristi@ Kikis Corner
30. Denise
31. Lisa@blessedwithgrace
32. maiylah
33. Pat
34. Ministries Matter
35. Linda
36. Nancy @ Homemade Blessings		 37. Queen of the Click
38. Pia @ My Life’s Journey
39. Tere {Blessings in Life}
40. Serendipity Park
41. Liza’s Eyeview
42. Rocks
43. Kim aka GoofyMamma
44. Stacy
45. Tammy
46. Beverly (by Grace)
47. jennifer’s joyride
48. Heather@mommymonk
49. Erica
50. Lou
51. Elizabeth Sue (My New Blog: Simple Elegant Living)
52. Speaking from the Heart
53. Chelsey at Joyfully Living
54. flmom
55. Dawn\’s Daily Life 🙂
56. Heather @ Not a DIY Life
57. pam @ without fear
58. Kellie
59. Janera
60. Marsha
61. Jill
62. Amanda Bowers
63. Tea with Tiffany
64. Colleen
65. Laurie Ann
66. Lea
67. Vanessa
68. Prairie Chick
69. Tracy @ Seed Thoughts
70. bvoylesal@aol.com
71. Diane
72. Cara Lynn of More than just soccer		 73. Kim @ An Artful Life (So much to be thankful for!)
74. Honeybabybee
75. rosheeda
76. Peculiar
77. Bonnie
78. Tracey @ Cheese and Whine
79. in the masters hands
80. Mariposa
81. Michele
82. Mariah
83. It\’s All About Him!
84. Jendi
85. Front Porch Legacy
86. Chandy @ Out Standing in My Field
87. Sherry(@myjourney)
88. Schotzy
89. Noreen@werhis3@gmail.com
90. Lelia @ Write from the Heart
91. Karen – Thankful for God’s Love
92. Donetta at a life uncommon ow-eee!
93. Cheryl
94. Lisa @ Crazy Adventures in Parenting
95. Blessed…
96. Detroit
97. Kim @ Scattered Stones
98. Sheila @ The Faithful Follower
99. Debra
100. Heather
101. Wendy – Bloom & Grow
102. Kathy S
103. Tessa @ Jesus-Filled Hope
104. Trish@ Venturesome Sojourners
105. Janet @ Daily Provision
106. Kathy @ Joyful Journey Journal

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Thankful Thursday ~ His Word

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. I have sworn an oath and confirmed it, to keep your righteous rules. I am severely afflicted; give me life, O Lord, according to your word! Accept my freewill offerings of praise, O Lord, and teach me your rules.
~ Psalm 119:102-108 (emphasis mine) (ESV)

First, I would like to thank all of you who have been very patient with me over the last couple of months regarding my lack of visits to your sites…it is a long story and maybe I will blog about it some day…

I am so thrilled to see what the Lord is doing with Thankful Thursdays…it is so cool. Just think of it as a testimony to the world that even in the storms of life, He is the one Who holds us together. He gives us the ability to praise Him in the storm and through tears.

So, this week, I will give you a short list of Scripture passages (ESV version) that I am thankful for – all listed and more have held me together…

  • Strength – “I can do all things through him who strengthens me” – Philippians 4:13

  • Peace – “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:7

  • Grace – “But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me..” – 2 Corinthians 12:9

  • Hope – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” – Jeremiah 29:11

  • Mercy – “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life,
    and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD forever.” – Psalm 23:6

  • Rest – “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28

  • Forgiveness – “In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace.” – Ephesians 1:7

As I had mentioned last week, I am doing a Bible study by Beth Moore. The study is called “Stepping Up”. The study is based on Psalms 120 through 134. If you are looking to do a study, I highly recommend this one. I am awaiting the member-book shipped by a dear friend (thank you Angie) since we don’t have a Lifeway store where I live.

So, what are you thankful for this week? Please do share with us by linking your post below…I am looking forward reading yours over the next couple of days…

Thank you for stopping by this week. Always remember – strength, peace, grace, hope, mercy, rest and forgiveness are at your fingertips…

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Thankful Thursday Participants

1. Stacy
2. mama meji
3. SharonB
4. Cheryl
5. Peggy
6. Kim~Seasons of my heart
7. Bobbie
8. Millie
9. Amanda Bowers
10. janet
11. Lynn (Spiritually Unequal Marriage)
12. Lisa-BlessedwithGrace
13. Gina’s Public Diary
14. Susan @ Forever His
15. Laurie @ womentakingastand
16. It’s All About Him!
17. Kelsey(Twins)
18. gina@chats with an old lady
19. Angie
20. Michelle
21. Tanja
22. Cheryl @ Hope
23. Chelsey ~ Joyfully Living
24. Melanie
25. MyThreeDaughters
26. Dawn’s Daily Life
27. Tea with Tiffany
28. Pia @ My Life’s Journey
29. Beth@The Accidental Pharisee		 30. Nancie
31. Lori ~ Simple Life at Home
32. The Holleyherald
33. Beverly:BeveryByGrace
34. Mamasmurf (Chrissy)
35. Heather – Not a DIY Life
36. Tracy @ Thirsty for Him
37. Renee
38. Mama Bear
39. Kristie (This Side of Eternity)
40. Linda aka Yellowroseli
41. jen
42. Nise’
43. Jenn @ Full of Boys
44. Erica
45. A woman found
46. Prairie Chick
47. Heather@mommymonk
48. Diane @ Partners In Prayer for Our Prodigals
49. Chris @ God will make a way
50. Lea
51. Twinkle Mom
52. Irene *The GreenGreek*
53. Laurie Ann
54. Ann/mom2HandH
55. Cathy | I can’t wait!
56. toknowhim
57. Colleen
58. Kelley @ Aroma of Joy		 59. Jane Anne @ Gravity of Motion
60. Susie “A Pink Carnation in Bloom”
61. Donetta at a life uncommon
62. annie
63. ari_1965
64. Beloved Mama
65. Cindy
66. Kathleen
67. Carmen@Ramblings of Carmom
68. Tammy @ Breaths of Faith
69. Brianna
70. Sharon’s Reservoir
71. Living Beyond
72. Jendi
73. Nancy @ Homemade Blessings
74. Anne @ From My Perspective
75. Leanne from Canada!
76. Rosheeda
77. Janet @ Daily Provision
78. Jia
79. Tessa @ Jesus-Filled Hope
80. Mariposa
81. angela
82. Marsha
83. Nichole @ A Call to Higher Places (Safe and Sound)
84. Lori Davidson
85. Stacy

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