Wow, spring ended and summer came and went! Fall is here and I am just finally posting. It has been busy with school! We are homeschooling again and I love it!!!!
I am going to work on updating my blog...so we'll talk again soon!
Friday, September 18, 2009
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Spring is here!
Oh how I love spring! The runny noses of all the little ones, sneezing in my face and the precious bouquets of weeds that are so loving picked but make me sneeze. It's all good though because I get to go outside with those little runny noses and play in the bubbles, plant flowers and watch them laugh and play for hours.
It has become a tradition on Mother's day that we go and get flowers for all of my pots. I did 3 hanging pots across the front of my house, a large container on the patio and a smaller pot on the patio table. We also got a couple of strawberry plants for another large container. I love this tradition and hope that it lasts for a long time.
We made a little raised garden in Mimi and Papa's yard and planted a beautiful rose and another flower. Hopefully we can keep them alive! We take care of stuff around there and we didn't do so good with the sod that we planted a couple of years ago. It just didn't get enough water and it pretty much died. I felt so bad. Sometimes I feel like I do a good job helping and others I feel like I am no help at all. It can be hard to balance.
I have felt a sense of urgency in cleaning out the clutter in my home. It can start to take over everything and steal my peace. I hate to get rid of stuff though because "we paid good money for that and might be able to use it again someday". Oh, blah, blah, blah~! Why did I buy it in the first place!
Also with spring comes looking at the house under a microscope and seeing all of the work that needs to be done. Realizing that we talked about needing to do that last year and now it is here again ~staring at me right in the face, all of those tasks that we listed last year and I am going to have to list them again this year. Will they ever get done? Oh, maybe but I better not hold my breath!
I love Spring! I would have it no other way for Spring also reminds me that even though I am so imperfect, God renews and there is new growth! Thank you God for Spring!
It has become a tradition on Mother's day that we go and get flowers for all of my pots. I did 3 hanging pots across the front of my house, a large container on the patio and a smaller pot on the patio table. We also got a couple of strawberry plants for another large container. I love this tradition and hope that it lasts for a long time.
We made a little raised garden in Mimi and Papa's yard and planted a beautiful rose and another flower. Hopefully we can keep them alive! We take care of stuff around there and we didn't do so good with the sod that we planted a couple of years ago. It just didn't get enough water and it pretty much died. I felt so bad. Sometimes I feel like I do a good job helping and others I feel like I am no help at all. It can be hard to balance.
I have felt a sense of urgency in cleaning out the clutter in my home. It can start to take over everything and steal my peace. I hate to get rid of stuff though because "we paid good money for that and might be able to use it again someday". Oh, blah, blah, blah~! Why did I buy it in the first place!
Also with spring comes looking at the house under a microscope and seeing all of the work that needs to be done. Realizing that we talked about needing to do that last year and now it is here again ~staring at me right in the face, all of those tasks that we listed last year and I am going to have to list them again this year. Will they ever get done? Oh, maybe but I better not hold my breath!
I love Spring! I would have it no other way for Spring also reminds me that even though I am so imperfect, God renews and there is new growth! Thank you God for Spring!
Thursday, March 12, 2009
When the going gets tough....
Wow, I have been bombarded by Satan lately. All I can say is that I am falling on my knees, not giving up but in prayer! I am really having to examine all that I am doing and really think about whether they are things that God wants me to be doing or things that I think I am supposed to be doing. There is a big difference. I need to stop and listen. Lord, come near and just be with me right now. Silence me and let me hear only you!
Friday, January 16, 2009
The World's Reward
I found this great poem and wanted to share it. When I copied and pasted it the line breaks didn't happen in the right spots, anway it's still good!
The World's Reward
All to Your glory, Lord,Nothing of me,Shape me, mold me,Make me beLoving, obeying, exclusively,The One True God,The One True Vine,Remaining in You, always mine.Father, Son, and Spirit come;Jesus, thank you--all is done.Upon the cross my heart was won.Holy Savior, let us go Together telling all we know;Comforting, loving, gentle Lord,To tell of You I am called--Messiah! Jesus! The World's Reward.Into the world I must go,Not to be tossed to and fro,But standing firm, Your peace I know.Assured, confirmed, we are one;Intertwined with God's own Son,Finishing work You've given to do,Bringing glory on earth to You...Yesterday, today and forever true.You are my Lord; I worship You.
spandy@spidernet.com.cy
Sandra Catherine Stanton Limassol Cyprus
The World's Reward
All to Your glory, Lord,Nothing of me,Shape me, mold me,Make me beLoving, obeying, exclusively,The One True God,The One True Vine,Remaining in You, always mine.Father, Son, and Spirit come;Jesus, thank you--all is done.Upon the cross my heart was won.Holy Savior, let us go Together telling all we know;Comforting, loving, gentle Lord,To tell of You I am called--Messiah! Jesus! The World's Reward.Into the world I must go,Not to be tossed to and fro,But standing firm, Your peace I know.Assured, confirmed, we are one;Intertwined with God's own Son,Finishing work You've given to do,Bringing glory on earth to You...Yesterday, today and forever true.You are my Lord; I worship You.
spandy@spidernet.com.cy
Sandra Catherine Stanton Limassol Cyprus
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Now what?
Okay so you've admitted that you are a sinner and accepted Christ's gift of salvation through his death on the cross and resurrection. Now what?
Romans 12:2 "Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the the renewing of you mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is - his good, pleasing and perfect will."
Start there-what in my past life do I need to give to God? What do I need to STOP doing right now that is not pleasing. What do I need to start doing?
Read the Bible daily- A good place to start is the New Testament. Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are books about Christ. Acts talks about the first church and the Holy Spirit. Romans is called the "Gospel of God" in my Bible. 1 Corinthians is about Christian conduct. 2 Corinthians talks of Paul's ministry. Galatians theme is slavation by Grace. Ephesians is about the church which is referred to as Christ's body(we are his hands and feet here to do his work until his return). Philippians is about the Christian experience. Colossians is more about living in Christ. Thessalonians is about Christ's return, Timothy deals with the functions of the church and holding to the truth (Christ alone). Titus more on church oder. Philemon is a letter from Paul during his imprisonment. Hebrews is about Christ's superiority and how awesome he really is (I love this book!!!!) James more on Christian living. The books of Peter talk of the The Christian life of service and the coming of Christ. 1-3 John the fellowship, and walking in the truth of Christ. Jude's theme is contending for the faith and watching out for false teachings. Revelation concludes the Bible but is only the beginning after the revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ!
That was alot but many of the books are short! If you want to talk about what you are reading please post a message!
Each day spend time alone with God, just telling him what is going on in your life and asking him what he wants you to do today. You will feel his leading!!!
Romans 12:2 "Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the the renewing of you mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is - his good, pleasing and perfect will."
Start there-what in my past life do I need to give to God? What do I need to STOP doing right now that is not pleasing. What do I need to start doing?
Read the Bible daily- A good place to start is the New Testament. Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are books about Christ. Acts talks about the first church and the Holy Spirit. Romans is called the "Gospel of God" in my Bible. 1 Corinthians is about Christian conduct. 2 Corinthians talks of Paul's ministry. Galatians theme is slavation by Grace. Ephesians is about the church which is referred to as Christ's body(we are his hands and feet here to do his work until his return). Philippians is about the Christian experience. Colossians is more about living in Christ. Thessalonians is about Christ's return, Timothy deals with the functions of the church and holding to the truth (Christ alone). Titus more on church oder. Philemon is a letter from Paul during his imprisonment. Hebrews is about Christ's superiority and how awesome he really is (I love this book!!!!) James more on Christian living. The books of Peter talk of the The Christian life of service and the coming of Christ. 1-3 John the fellowship, and walking in the truth of Christ. Jude's theme is contending for the faith and watching out for false teachings. Revelation concludes the Bible but is only the beginning after the revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ!
That was alot but many of the books are short! If you want to talk about what you are reading please post a message!
Each day spend time alone with God, just telling him what is going on in your life and asking him what he wants you to do today. You will feel his leading!!!
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Are you ready?
1. Do you have a spiritual belief?
2. Who is Jesus Christ?
3. What do you believe about heaven and hell?
4. If you died right now, what would happen, where would you go?
5. If what you believe is not truth wouldn't you want someone to tell you- and share the truth with you?
Take out a Bible and find
1. Romans 3:23 "For all have sinned..."
2. Romans 6:23 "The wages of sin is death"
3. John 3:3 "You must be born again"
4. John 14:6 "I am the way..."
5. Romans 10:9-10 "If you confess...you will be saved"
6. 2 Corinthians 5:15 "No longer live for themselves"
7. Revelation 3:20 "I stand at the door and knock"
Are you a sinner?
Do you want forgiveness of your sins?
Do you believe that Jesus died on the cross for you and rose again?
Are you willing to give your life to Jesus Christ and begin to make changes for Him?
Are you ready to invite Jesus into your life and receive His payment for your sins?
If so, pray...
Jesus, I admit that I am a sinner. I want to accept your payment for my sins. I believe you died on the cross to pay for my sins and that you rose again and that you are living today. I want to be in heaven with you. In Jesus name, Amen.
Start reading the Bible and find a Bible believing and teaching church so you can learn more.
A friend shared this with me and I wanted to share it with you!
2. Who is Jesus Christ?
3. What do you believe about heaven and hell?
4. If you died right now, what would happen, where would you go?
5. If what you believe is not truth wouldn't you want someone to tell you- and share the truth with you?
Take out a Bible and find
1. Romans 3:23 "For all have sinned..."
2. Romans 6:23 "The wages of sin is death"
3. John 3:3 "You must be born again"
4. John 14:6 "I am the way..."
5. Romans 10:9-10 "If you confess...you will be saved"
6. 2 Corinthians 5:15 "No longer live for themselves"
7. Revelation 3:20 "I stand at the door and knock"
Are you a sinner?
Do you want forgiveness of your sins?
Do you believe that Jesus died on the cross for you and rose again?
Are you willing to give your life to Jesus Christ and begin to make changes for Him?
Are you ready to invite Jesus into your life and receive His payment for your sins?
If so, pray...
Jesus, I admit that I am a sinner. I want to accept your payment for my sins. I believe you died on the cross to pay for my sins and that you rose again and that you are living today. I want to be in heaven with you. In Jesus name, Amen.
Start reading the Bible and find a Bible believing and teaching church so you can learn more.
A friend shared this with me and I wanted to share it with you!
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
up all night
It has been awhile since I posted and things have been very busy!!!! The youth group had an overnight get together/party and I helped out. So, by choice I stayed up all night. I could definietly tell how old I am! We started out the night skating. I skated the whole time and had a great time. I love skating. Then we went bowling but the adults didn't get to bowl becasue we had 20 youth and only 3 lanes. I wanted to bowl so we will have to go back sometime when I can bowl!!!! Then we went to another youth leaders house and had a bonfire, snacks and great music.
We finally made it back to the church at about 2:15 am and had a Bible study about slaves and masters. My master is my creator, sustainer and lifter of my head- not sin!!! Praise God!!! Then we proceeded with some fun games and alot of silly behavior! I had so much fun. I was exhausted the next day but it was worth it!
I am so glad that God prompted Daryl and I to be involved with the youth. I pray that everyone in 2009 will be looking for where they fit in to God's plan and get busy!
We finally made it back to the church at about 2:15 am and had a Bible study about slaves and masters. My master is my creator, sustainer and lifter of my head- not sin!!! Praise God!!! Then we proceeded with some fun games and alot of silly behavior! I had so much fun. I was exhausted the next day but it was worth it!
I am so glad that God prompted Daryl and I to be involved with the youth. I pray that everyone in 2009 will be looking for where they fit in to God's plan and get busy!
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