We had our "friends" Christmas 'party' last night. It's difficult to know what to call it, because it really wasn't a 'party'; not like we used to have. It's interesting to reflect on how things have changed over the years. Not bad by any means, just deeper. Deeper, more real, more reflective or our journeys.
We had a wonderful time. Everything was elegant and beautifully decorated. The meal was delicious. The fireside conversations enlightening and Paula gave us a gift...a challenge to consider how God has used this particular group of heart friends to grow us individually in the Fruit of the Spirit.
Though not everyone was there, she told how God had revealed a specific fruit for each of us. I went to bed thinking about how blessed I am to have friends who live out the list of fruit of the Spirit in my life, as well. After all, that was the challenge. Some were immediately clear, others could be several or multiple options. This year, 2009, I'll be more aware of how freinds reflect God's love for me and praise Him for His precious gift of forever friends.
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I must have blinked...
I must have blinked...
Don't Blink Lyrics
I turned on the evening newsSaw a old man being interviewedTurning a hundred and two todayAsked him what's the secret to lifeHe looked up from his old pipeLaughed and said "All I can say is."Don't blinkJust like that you're six years old and you're taking naps and youWake up and you're twenty-five and your high school sweetheart becomes your wifeDon't blinkYou just might miss your babies growing like mine didTurning into moms and dads next thing you know your better halfOf fifty years is there in bedAnd you're praying God takes you insteadTrust me friend a hundred years goes faster than you thinkSo don't blinkI was glued to my tv and it looked like he looked at me and said"Best start putting first things first."Cause when your hourglass runs out of sandYou can't flip over and start againTake every breathe God gives you for what it's worthDon't Blink[ Don't Blink lyrics found on http://www.completealbumlyrics.com ]Just like that you're six years old and you're taking naps and youWake up and you're twenty-five and your high school sweetheart becomes your wifeDon't blinkYou just might miss your babies growing like mine didTurning into moms and dads next thing you know your better halfOf fifty years is there in bedAnd you're praying God takes you insteadTrust me friend a hundred years goes faster than you thinkSo don't blinkI've been tryna slow it downI've been tryna take it inIn this here today gone tomorrow world we're livin' inDon't blinkJust like that you're six years old and you're taking naps and youWake up and you're twenty-five and your high school sweetheart becomes your wifeDon't blinkYou just might miss your babies growing like mine didTurning into moms and dads next thing you know your better halfOf fifty years is there in bedAnd you're praying God takes you insteadTrust me friend a hundred years goes faster you thinkDon't blinkNaw, don't blink
A Brand New Thing
I used to be a journaler, more than I am currently. I'm not sure if I want to journal on line, but it may be a way to make myself settle down and write. Not sure if I have anything news worthy, probably won't spill my guts, but I'm going to try to get the hang of this and just see how it goes.
Lori helped me figure out most of this. I'll probably need a few more tutorials before I branch out on my own.
Anyway, God is doing a brand new thing in my walk with Him. The truth of the matter is this...Can God be trusted? The answer is either "Yes." or "No." I, either, trust Him or I don't...with everything!! At the risk of sounding trite, I DO trust Him. It's just learning to Trust Him in everything.
Lori helped me figure out most of this. I'll probably need a few more tutorials before I branch out on my own.
Anyway, God is doing a brand new thing in my walk with Him. The truth of the matter is this...Can God be trusted? The answer is either "Yes." or "No." I, either, trust Him or I don't...with everything!! At the risk of sounding trite, I DO trust Him. It's just learning to Trust Him in everything.
1 comment:
nana-
I think you are such a great writer. I love to hear what's goin on in your world! I miss you being in TX, but, it sounds like you are getting plugged in in OK. We are all so happy we can have a little family reunion in Colorado, I cant' wait!!!
hugs & kisses-
Ali Kate
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