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Thankful Thursday ~ Books

Give thanks to the LORD with the lyre;
make melody to him with the harp of ten strings!
(Psalm 33:2 ESV)

Some times I wonder if we will have real books in 10 or 20 years. I have to admit that digital books are great (don’t need much room for them except on your reading device). However, I still like to read real books. My husband smiled at me the other day as I was reading Iscariot by Tosca Lee. He said: “I like that you still read real books.” Me too honey 🙂 …

Well, I finally finished reading “Iscariot” and I truly enjoyed it. I would give it 5 stars out of 5, but I had trouble understanding some of the words. I never heard or read some of them before (e.g. mikva). But I still did not deter me to finish the book; it just took me a little longer. I really liked how Tosca Lee took a different look at Judas and his relationship with Jesus. Yes, it is a fiction book, but Miss Lee conducted extensive research before writing the novel. I truly recommend this book. I hope you will check it out.

So, this week, I am thankful for authors that still publish real books 🙂 . Have you read any good/great books lately?

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

Thank you for stopping by today. Remember: read a real books once in a while.

Love & peace,
Iris

Thankful Thursday Participants

1. Why I’m So Glad I Stepped Out Of My Comfort Zone
2. Guide Me in Your Truth
3. Rita@Following31
4. Pia’s Journal		 5. Are You A Gossip? Take The Test!
6. Heather @ Living In the Moment
7. LaughingLady
8. Ultimate Blog Party 2013		 9. bp
10. A Fruit of the Spirit Silly Song & Link Up

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Thankful Thursday ~ His Passion

The next day he saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!
(John 1:29 ESV)

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten Season. I am always excited when the Lenten season starts; ending with Easter Sunday at the empty tomb.

Many Christians give up something during the season for reflection. I usually do too, but not so this year. This year I want to add something (again) during this holy season. Over the years I read a book called “The Passion of Christ” from a Lutheran pastor (A.Fibiger) penned in 1941. I don’t even remember who gave me the book, but I treasure it.

Unfortunately last year I got off track reading/reflecting on the old sermons from the 1940’s. This year, I want to read it all the way through again. I pray for a close relationship to my Lord during this season of Lent. I am thankful for the passion of our Lord. His way to show me His love is still mind-boggling. Why would someone Who never met me, give it all up? It can only be a heavenly love…*sigh*.

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

Thank you for stopping by today. Remember: His passion is showing His love for you – all the way to the cross.

Please remember that in the month of March (starting next week) we will meet up at my friend Laurie’s blog “Women Taking a Stand“.

Love & Peace,
Iris

Thankful Thursday Participants

1. Shining Brightly
2. Pia
3. Edwards Granddaughter
4. Amazing Grace
5. Kids turf
6. It Feels Like Chaos
7. Kate @ Teaching What Is Good
8. Laurie @ Women Taking a Stand
9. a red motorcycle
10. Style N Season: Thank You, Lord, for Loving Me THAT Much
11. Daily Journey		 12. Tonya
13. Melanie @ M&M
14. Stefanie @ UpLIFTing Words
15. Heart Choices
16. Thankful Prayer
17. LovelyLici @ Conchsaladesque
18. Ms. Kathleen
19. Making Our Life Matter
20. I Get To!
21. LIFE by Ashley Pichea
22. bp		 23. Deidra M
24. Carol
25. Have Faith!
26. Amy@Make Me a Mary
27. Katrina@thePoorganicLife
28. Bridget
29. Denise
30. JadeLouise Designs
31. Inspirations from Phather Phil-Thankful Thursday: God Will Send the Rain
32. The Winter Willow Wept – Robert J. Gerryts

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Wonderful E-Book Store

Remember this post? If not, well I had a little challenge with the e-book reader our son gave me to find books for. Christianbook.com added an e-book section to their website. How cool is that!?!

Not only does Christianbook.com support my reader, but almost all readers (Kindleâ„¢ devices are not supported). Currently you can find over 9,000 ebooks that range from Bibles, fiction, Christian living and so much more. Can you tell that I am excited 🙂 …
To top off my excitement, Terri Blackstock’s novel “Intervention” can be currently downloaded for free (yes FREE). If you like suspense novel’s Terri’s books are for you. Years ago, I enjoyed Terri’s series “Cape Refuge” in book-format.

Will I completely go to e-books? I don’t think so. I still like to read real books. Not sure why, but there is something special about turning the page of a book; sort of exiting :).

What are you up to this Sunday afternoon? I am getting mentally ready for a newborn session. Butterflies have already assembled in my tummy. Even though I have had several portrait session, every session is unique and I still get nervous. I pray that I will capture some images that my client will enjoy for years to come.

Thanks for stopping in today. Remember: enjoy today and don’t think about what tomorrow may bring.

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Thankful Thursday ~ Vacation

Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
and do not lean on your own understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make straight your paths.
Be not wise in your own eyes;
fear the Lord, and turn away from evil.
It will be healing to your flesh
and refreshment to your bones.
~ Proverbs 3:5-8 (ESV ~ emphasis mine)

Oh, what a blessing not to have to get up at 4:30am getting ready for work. Although it does not take me 2 hours to get ready in the morning, I like to have a cup a coffee and meet with God. At any rate, vacationing this week (at home) by relaxing, reading, and refreshing body and soul.

Although I had plans to leave town, it is really nice to take my sweet time in the morning. Oh, and reading the marvelous book “Red Ink” brings to mind how truly blessed I am to live in a country where I can mention the name of Zhu Yesu Jidu without being thrown into jail. I can read my Shengjing in public if I need encouragement.

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

Next month we will be meeting up at my friend Lynn’s blog “Spiritually Unequal Marriage“, and in the month of November we will meet up at my friend Laurie’s blog “Women Taking a Stand“…

Thank you for stopping by today. Remember: trust in Him who will strengthen you and do not lean on your understanding.

Thankful Thursday Participants

1. Pam
2. Heart Choices
3. Lynn (Spiritually Unequal Marriage)
4. LaughingLady
5. Wonder and Will
6. Simply a Frugal Mom
7. Amanda@ Confessions of a Wannabe Supermom
8. the woman whom Jesus loved
9. Joshlin@Saving Moms Sanity
10. Rocks @ Made to Worship
11. Whidbey Woman
12. Laurie @ Women Taking a Stand
13. Pia
14. It Feels Like Chaos
15. jackie@God Brought Me Here		 16. che
17. Denise
18. Kids Turf # 5
19. hip chick
20. Joan @ Reflections
21. Karen
22. Nicole@ComingAliveInChrist
23. Melanie @ Musings & Meanderings
24. Susan @ DCS
25. Heather@Becoming A Titus 2 Woman
26. Claudia @ A Girl After His Heart
27. bp
28. Kimberly
29. Exceeding Abundantly
30. becky aka theRAV		 31. Sherry@MyJourney
32. Jerri @ Jerri’s Journey
33. Cora
34. Christi
35. Peggy
36. Debbie @ The Way we Are
37. Harter@ Servant, Wife, Mother
38. Jess @ Homestead 4 Him
39. Lindseys Log
40. Krista
41. Charlotte
42. Story of A Woman
43. Tiff @ The Faery Inn
44. McMama@RubySlippers

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