“You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.” Isaiah 26:3
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
a Mighty Word ~ chaos
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7
Father, it's been a full week of rumbling and chaos. I pray You stir up our hearts and minds to remember and TRUST, when life is topsy-turvy, spinning out of control and our feet are slipping out from under us, that You are still with us. You are our soft landing spot. Into Your Arms we will fall because You will never fail us. May we never forget or doubt. Help solidify my trust in You.
Thank You.
“You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.” Isaiah 26:3
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
“You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.” Isaiah 26:3
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
Monday, February 10, 2020
a question for you
"Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality." Romans 12:13
May i help you?
If ever there was a time, it is now.
Father, open our eyes, our hearts and our souls to the needs around us. And thank You for the ones serving our needs.
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
May i help you?
Father, open our eyes, our hearts and our souls to the needs around us. And thank You for the ones serving our needs.
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
Friday, February 7, 2020
NO WARNING - the sky is falling!
"Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with an attitude of thanksgiving..." Colossians 4:2
It was like pages out of one of our library books, "The Sky is Falling!". But what we were experiencing was not fiction; it was a NON fiction situation. The first alerts of a tornado warning went off on cell phones. A visiting volunteer tapped my shoulder to show me her phone and asked what to do. Before i could call the office, an announcement over the intercom directed us to follow tornado warning procedures. It was already upon us. After a few numbing seconds trying to digest our situation, the powerful winds slung open our courtyard door exposing the ferociously pounding rain, which look like a opaque white sheet, we went into emergency response. What felt like minutes, was actually seconds. Quickly we gathered and herded our mixed guests -- a group of first and second graders checking out, a parent volunteer tutoring and our guest storytelling speaker -- into our identified secure location.
I have no doubt what we spent doing in our holding cell was exactly what teachers all over our school and other affected schools were doing... soothing and comforting frighten children, hugging and loving them, reassuring them we were all fine and safe. Keeping the anxiety under control for about 2 hours in a holding pattern, took a believable and visible presence of calmness and strength from teachers, staffers and administrators.
We think, plan, practice and know what to do in case of an emergency. And when that time actually comes, the best tool for survival is the training, practice and knowledge. Did everything go perfectly? Probably not. But thankfully all are safe, and areas that might need attention or revision have a chance to be identified and improved before another possible encounter.
Father, thank You for Your protection of lives. Our prayers are with those suffering from the aftermath of yesterday. We trust You will see them and us through it all. Yesterday was a reminder storms and events can occur at any time, without any or little notice.
Father, thank You for truly giving us what we need. Due to knowledge and proper procedures we have the ability to reduce damage, pain and death. We are called to be prepared, not only for storms on earth, but for the return of our Savior. Your Word tells us, Therefore be on the alert, for you do not know which day your Lord is coming.
Like the storm we experienced yesterday, unexpected and sudden, we want to be prepared for His sudden return too. And like yesterday, may our hearts and ways not just help prepare ourselves, but because we are witnesses for Him and His Love for us, help others to be prepared too.
Be safe... know and tell.
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
It was like pages out of one of our library books, "The Sky is Falling!". But what we were experiencing was not fiction; it was a NON fiction situation. The first alerts of a tornado warning went off on cell phones. A visiting volunteer tapped my shoulder to show me her phone and asked what to do. Before i could call the office, an announcement over the intercom directed us to follow tornado warning procedures. It was already upon us. After a few numbing seconds trying to digest our situation, the powerful winds slung open our courtyard door exposing the ferociously pounding rain, which look like a opaque white sheet, we went into emergency response. What felt like minutes, was actually seconds. Quickly we gathered and herded our mixed guests -- a group of first and second graders checking out, a parent volunteer tutoring and our guest storytelling speaker -- into our identified secure location.
I have no doubt what we spent doing in our holding cell was exactly what teachers all over our school and other affected schools were doing... soothing and comforting frighten children, hugging and loving them, reassuring them we were all fine and safe. Keeping the anxiety under control for about 2 hours in a holding pattern, took a believable and visible presence of calmness and strength from teachers, staffers and administrators.
We think, plan, practice and know what to do in case of an emergency. And when that time actually comes, the best tool for survival is the training, practice and knowledge. Did everything go perfectly? Probably not. But thankfully all are safe, and areas that might need attention or revision have a chance to be identified and improved before another possible encounter.
Father, thank You for Your protection of lives. Our prayers are with those suffering from the aftermath of yesterday. We trust You will see them and us through it all. Yesterday was a reminder storms and events can occur at any time, without any or little notice.
Father, thank You for truly giving us what we need. Due to knowledge and proper procedures we have the ability to reduce damage, pain and death. We are called to be prepared, not only for storms on earth, but for the return of our Savior. Your Word tells us, Therefore be on the alert, for you do not know which day your Lord is coming.
Like the storm we experienced yesterday, unexpected and sudden, we want to be prepared for His sudden return too. And like yesterday, may our hearts and ways not just help prepare ourselves, but because we are witnesses for Him and His Love for us, help others to be prepared too.
Be safe... know and tell.
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
Thursday, February 6, 2020
a Mighty Word ~ steps
"Direct my footsteps according to Your Word; let no sin rule over me." Psalm 119:113
Are you stuck in a muddy messy or stepping forward?
Lord, when my feelings, pride, honor, ways, rights or heart have been trampled on, please help me walk in Your Light and not kick back. Keep my emotions in tact, as well as, my actions.
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
Are you stuck in a muddy messy or stepping forward?
Lord, when my feelings, pride, honor, ways, rights or heart have been trampled on, please help me walk in Your Light and not kick back. Keep my emotions in tact, as well as, my actions.
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
Wednesday, February 5, 2020
just suppose...
"Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making His appeal through us." 2 Corinthians 5:20
Just suppose...
you listened with both ears and a wall of doubt came tumbling down
your voice soothed and diminished the harsh words spewed from another
a bear hug from you built a wall of trust
your eyes portrayed acceptance and care to a crumbling soul
your words of tenderness replaced tears with a smile
the song of your heart ignited a fire for our Father
Father, if i am the closest link to another in sharing Jesus and Your Love, help me be a link that makes a thankful and eternal difference.
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
Just suppose...
you listened with both ears and a wall of doubt came tumbling down
your voice soothed and diminished the harsh words spewed from another
a bear hug from you built a wall of trust
your eyes portrayed acceptance and care to a crumbling soul
your words of tenderness replaced tears with a smile
the song of your heart ignited a fire for our Father
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
a Mighty Word ~ smile
Look at Him; give Him your warmest smile. Never hide your feelings from Him." Psalm 34:4-5 (The Message)
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
Monday, February 3, 2020
do you know who won?
"Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." 1 Corinthians 9:24-25
Whether it's the Super Bowl or other sporting event, no matter how well prepared or good the teams are the outcome of the game is not a given. Game variables and circumstances are constantly changing, even during the game. And the fact remains, there's going to a winner and a loser.
But with Jesus Christ by our side we are a winner for Life! And in the biggest game of life, that is what matters most.
Thank You, Father.
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
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