Love Me Through?

Sometimes, we go through things. We don't actually know why, but we are in our feelings. When we are in our own heads, what do we really feel? And how do we treat those around us? Do we let them in or do we shut them out? We each have a unique answer. Here's what came to my mind:


There will be days when I am in a bad mood.
Days when I am slightly rude.
There will be times when I am feeling blue and just don't want to be bothered with you.
Days when I feel so sad and everything makes me mad.
Somedays I won't be able to see my way through.
It may be for a day, a month or two.
I may not realize my actions or even care.
But the question is, will you still be there?
We have great times together when I am up!
However, when I'm down, will you still be around?


Although the above may be how we truly feel, let's always seek the Lord in our dealings.

BLESSINGS TO YOU AND HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY!!!

Treasure Every Moment God Gives You

There were these two swimmers  (Justin and Lawrence) who had been swimming for many years . However, they always swam alone in the shallow end of the pool. They probably logged in 20 hours a week at the pool. One day both swimmers were sitting poolside and began talking. They realized that they had a lot in common and enjoyed talking. So , they decided to meet at the pool the next day and do something different. The two men met at the deep end of the pool and dove in. They figured that they hung out at the pool enough over the past few years to take this plunge together. Besides, if something happened they could save each other from drowning. 

Their first deep water experience was amazing! Both had been so accustomed to swimming alone that they'd never considered the beauty of having someone to share the experience with. The two continued meeting everyday for a year building a strong friendship and comradery. The meeting was automatic and so was the fun,  The swimmers never thought twice about time or the fact that they were swimming in the deep waters something they'd feared doing alone for years. The two men found that the shared experience rejuvenated them, and gave them a zest for life. There worlds were suddenly enhanced by the addition of the other. 

But one day something unexpected happened, Lawrence had a family emergency. For weeks, the two would not be able to meet while Lawrence tended to his family matters. Justin missed his friend tremendously. He offered his support but there was nothing he could do. As the days went by and the distance between them grew, their lives, although still busy seem to miss something. They missed each other but of course, they couldn't dwell on that when they had more serious matters to tend to. Those days that were so joyous before were mere memories. Great memories, memories all the same.

The story of Justin and Lawrence is a reminder to treasure the moments that God gives you with those He sends your way. Love them, learn from them and leave them alone when they need space. Enjoy and be thankful for your time with these precious life changing angels. Uphold them in prayer and pray that God graces you with such great times in your future. But never ever take your time spent in the presence of an angel for granted.

Unconditional Love

I saw the sweetest thing today. This older couple was walking down the sidewalk. The husband pushed his walker as his wife walked closely beside him. They suddenly stopped and the wife whips out a handkerchief, wipes his nose and allowed him to blow. WOW! If you had seen this, it was such a warm sight. However, after the moment, I couldn’t help but think about the germs.

My Husband and I:

At my present age, I’m like “babe, you have something on your nose” or “your nose looks like it is running…here.” He will joke and say, “Get it”! Me: “No, You got it. Handle that!” And I think I love him unconditionally! However, I caught a glimpse of something "super" special. 

Revelation:

The deeper revelation for me was this: “Whose germs will you let rub off on you so that you may be more Christlike?” Think about that. 

Are we so super clean that we are repulsed by others and their germs (problems).  Are we afraid to be sneezed on or visit someone in the hospital because we don’t want to catch what they have? Do we not befriend people because “they just have too many issues”? However, if we look in the mirror, we have just as many issues or more. Not to mention, if we were tested for germs, we’d find so many that are invisible to the naked eye that we would freak out.

Christ took our dirty sins to the cross because He loves us unconditionally!  Whose germs will you let rub off on you to be more Christlike?

Lord, teach us your ways. Teach us to love one another unconditionally.

Purposeful People

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! As I entered this new year, God had me on MUTE status. There are times when we are called to be quiet. I can't say that I love it, but it's necessary. (LOL) This post is short and sweet. It's meant to make you think about the people in your life. Many of us need to figure out quality versus quantity! Who are the purposeful people in your life?

Here's something to think about:

When you’re walking purposefully with the people God has placed in your life, you can take a long ride and just enjoy being in the presence of PURPOSE.  Or you can take a ride to nowhere, talk about nothing and still be filled with joy. When our creator creates, he approves…he says “IT IS GOOD”!  And when He graces us with that which He created “GOOD”, we can appreciate them provided we know God’s provision over us. Thank God for paying the price that we may share purposeful relationships with His people. 

That should get those wheels turning. If people are hanging out in your life causing drama, then do they release you to walk in your purpose? And do you call them a purposeful person as it pertains to your life? Surround yourself with purposeful people! They enhance your life. Here's a magazine to encourage you in your purpose:

http://www.promotingpurpose-magazine.com/