Happy Thanksgiving!
YOU ARE BLESSED IF...
*You woke up this morning with more health than illness...you are more blessed than the million who will not survive this week.
*You have never experienced the danger of battle, the loneliness of imprisonment, the agony of torture, or the pangs of starvation...you are ahead of 500 million people in the world.
*You can attend a church meeting without the fear of harassment,
arrest, torture or death...you are more blessed than three billion
people in the world.
*You can read this message, you are more blessed than the two billion people in the world who cannot read at all.
*You have food in the refrigerator, clothes on your back, a roof overhead and a place to sleep...you are richer than 75% of this world.
*You have money in the bank, in your wallet, and spare change in a dish some place...you are among the top 8% of this world’s wealth.
*Your parents are still alive and still married...you are very rare.
*You hold up your head with a smile on your face and are truly thankful...you are blessed because the majority can, but most do not.
*You can hold someone’s hand, hug them or even touch them on the shoulder...you are blessed you can offer God’s healing touch.
*You prayed yesterday and today...you are blessed but in the minority because you believe God does hear and answer prayers.
Take a moment, count your blessings and pass this along to remind someone of how blessed we all are!
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Monday, November 10, 2008
Influence
AS SINGLE MOMS WE ARE THE SPIRITUAL LEADERS OF OUR HOMES.
First, we need to accept this responsibility.
We should ask ourselves: What kind of influence are we having on our children, and how can we be more purposeful in helping our children love God and develop Godly character?
Mothering includes meeting our children's physical needs, but what about their spiritual ones? Feeding their bodies is very important, but how are we feeding their souls? How are we involving God in this process?
When Paul wrote to Timothy in 2 Timothy Chapter 1, he mentioned it was Timothy's mom Lois and grandmother Eunice who exerted Godly influence on him. So, as women, we can become successful in raising Godly children, even when a man is not playing that role in our children's lives.
One thing we can do is ask God to bring a "Paul" into our children's lives, or a godly male influence and mentor. However, we must still work on the influence we are having on them.
What are Godly children? I love the fact that God chose David to be the next king of Israel because God saw that David was "a man after God's own heart." I would love for God to be able to say that about me and my children.
Let's grow in our relationship with God so we can help our children to do so, too. We can grow through obedience, prayer, seeking God's truth in the Bible, and developing close relationships with other people who love God, too.
As we reflect on the type of influence that we have on our children, let's ask ourselves these questions:
1. What is the quality of my relationship with God? Am I in tune with Him? How can I help my children be in tune with him?
2. What role does God's Word play in our home?
3. Are my actions, attitudes and habits ones that I would want my children to imitate? (they're watching!)
4. Is there anything I need to change and ask God for help?
This message is not intended to overwhelm you. Ladies, we can make it, and we're not alone. God is with us, and we can find help in our families and friendships. I just want to encourage us to be purposeful and faithful in the spiritual influence we have on our children so they can grow up to be God-loving men and women of character.
I don't know exactly what Lois and Eunice said when Timothy was a young boy, but I can imagine that they lived right and they taught Timothy to learn God's Word and to trust and obey Him.
I chose this funny video because I know that as a mom I often sound like this! Pray for me to be a more effective godly influence on my children. Leave me a message so I know you're out there, and I'll pray for you, too!
Enjoy the video!
First, we need to accept this responsibility.
We should ask ourselves: What kind of influence are we having on our children, and how can we be more purposeful in helping our children love God and develop Godly character?
Mothering includes meeting our children's physical needs, but what about their spiritual ones? Feeding their bodies is very important, but how are we feeding their souls? How are we involving God in this process?
When Paul wrote to Timothy in 2 Timothy Chapter 1, he mentioned it was Timothy's mom Lois and grandmother Eunice who exerted Godly influence on him. So, as women, we can become successful in raising Godly children, even when a man is not playing that role in our children's lives.
One thing we can do is ask God to bring a "Paul" into our children's lives, or a godly male influence and mentor. However, we must still work on the influence we are having on them.
What are Godly children? I love the fact that God chose David to be the next king of Israel because God saw that David was "a man after God's own heart." I would love for God to be able to say that about me and my children.
Let's grow in our relationship with God so we can help our children to do so, too. We can grow through obedience, prayer, seeking God's truth in the Bible, and developing close relationships with other people who love God, too.
As we reflect on the type of influence that we have on our children, let's ask ourselves these questions:
1. What is the quality of my relationship with God? Am I in tune with Him? How can I help my children be in tune with him?
2. What role does God's Word play in our home?
3. Are my actions, attitudes and habits ones that I would want my children to imitate? (they're watching!)
4. Is there anything I need to change and ask God for help?
This message is not intended to overwhelm you. Ladies, we can make it, and we're not alone. God is with us, and we can find help in our families and friendships. I just want to encourage us to be purposeful and faithful in the spiritual influence we have on our children so they can grow up to be God-loving men and women of character.
I don't know exactly what Lois and Eunice said when Timothy was a young boy, but I can imagine that they lived right and they taught Timothy to learn God's Word and to trust and obey Him.
I chose this funny video because I know that as a mom I often sound like this! Pray for me to be a more effective godly influence on my children. Leave me a message so I know you're out there, and I'll pray for you, too!
Enjoy the video!
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Geography Wonder
As single moms we all want the best for our children. Society measures our children in bests: who has the best grade and who has earns the best score at competitions, who shows the best appearance, etc.
How do we measure our children? How does God measure them? I know I want my children to be the best people they can be, and the closer they are to God, the higher potential they will reach. He has a plan for their lives, and when they walk faithfully with him they will live closer to His plan. I know His plan is better than anything I could come up with!
I once saw a question on a wall, and I think about it when I look at who I want my children to be. The question is, "What will the world remember you for?"
This video is about a little girl who is not yet 2 and knows how to find many countries on the map! I am glad that she is receiving this fame. God sees our children and they are famous in His eyes, too!
How do we measure our children? How does God measure them? I know I want my children to be the best people they can be, and the closer they are to God, the higher potential they will reach. He has a plan for their lives, and when they walk faithfully with him they will live closer to His plan. I know His plan is better than anything I could come up with!
I once saw a question on a wall, and I think about it when I look at who I want my children to be. The question is, "What will the world remember you for?"
This video is about a little girl who is not yet 2 and knows how to find many countries on the map! I am glad that she is receiving this fame. God sees our children and they are famous in His eyes, too!
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Positive Answers
Single parenting can be overwhelming, and sometimes it’s easy to let negative thoughts creep and linger in our minds. The good news is God has a positive response to our negativity in His Word. A friend shared this with chart with me, so I would like to share it with you. So, next time you have thoughts that bring you down, open the Bible and see what God has to say!
You think… GOD SAYS: Bible Verse(s)
It’s impossible. All things are possible. Luke 18: 27
I’m too tired. I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28-30
Nobody really loves me. I love you. John 3:16, 3:34
I can’t go on. My grace is sufficient. II Corinthians 12:9
I can’t figure things out. I will direct your steps. Proverbs 3:5-6
I can’t do it. You can do all things. Phillipians 4:13
I’m not able. I am able. 2 Corinthians 9:8
It’s not worth it. It will be worth it. Romans 8:28
I can’t forgive myself. I forgive you. 1 John 1:9
Romans 8:1
I can’t manage. I will supply all your needs. Phillipians 4:19
I’m afraid. I have given you a spirit of
power and a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7
I’m always worried
and frustrated. Cast all your cares on ME. 1 Peter 5:7
I’m not smart enough. I give you wisdom. 1 Corinthians 1:30
I feel all alone. I will never leave you
nor forsake you. Hebrews 13:5
Single parenting can be overwhelming, and sometimes it’s easy to let negative thoughts creep and linger in our minds. The good news is God has a positive response to our negativity in His Word. A friend shared this with chart with me, so I would like to share it with you. So, next time you have thoughts that bring you down, open the Bible and see what God has to say!
You think… GOD SAYS: Bible Verse(s)
It’s impossible. All things are possible. Luke 18: 27
I’m too tired. I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28-30
Nobody really loves me. I love you. John 3:16, 3:34
I can’t go on. My grace is sufficient. II Corinthians 12:9
I can’t figure things out. I will direct your steps. Proverbs 3:5-6
I can’t do it. You can do all things. Phillipians 4:13
I’m not able. I am able. 2 Corinthians 9:8
It’s not worth it. It will be worth it. Romans 8:28
I can’t forgive myself. I forgive you. 1 John 1:9
Romans 8:1
I can’t manage. I will supply all your needs. Phillipians 4:19
I’m afraid. I have given you a spirit of
power and a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7
I’m always worried
and frustrated. Cast all your cares on ME. 1 Peter 5:7
I’m not smart enough. I give you wisdom. 1 Corinthians 1:30
I feel all alone. I will never leave you
nor forsake you. Hebrews 13:5
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