New Found Strength!!

At this time in my life's journey, I am "In the Valley" .  Recently, I felt God's presence in a way I hadn't before. His strength washed over me.  This morning, as I read my daily devotion titled "Finding Strength in the Lord" from "In Touch" ministries, my spirit was quickened. It talked about how David sought refuge from the Philistines in order to escape Saul.  In doing so, he was out of God's will. When he returned to Ziklag, it was in ashes. David was heartbroken but he found strength in God.

Pastor Charles Stanley described David's spiritual process in Five Steps:

1. Repent - "change of mind that results in a change of conduct"
2. Recall - "God's faithfulness in hard times"
3. Reflect - "David had recorded accounts of his experiences with the Lord and knew God's strength was   sufficient"
4. Remember - "David remembered God's promises."
5. Resolve - "To trust God rather than give in to the despair"   

Because of Faith, My Father gave me his strength just like he did David. My spiritual process is hard but I am soooo grateful I am never alone(:  

Until next time.... 

In the Valley

Oh how I have pondered this question.  Undoubtedly,  I prayed and prayed for God to tell me; "What is the one thing I am supposed to do in life?"  God said,  "Not one, you are called to do many things."  I get the answer I seek but I say, "Maybe I wasn't specific enough."  God tells me, "Be still, it's only for a short time.  You will "go through" changed."

I thank God daily for his wisdom!  2014 and the few months of 2015 are a "going through" time for me. I am in the refining process. I am learning to listen, wait, trust, pray and obey.  I give praise and thanks to my heavenly Father!!!

I love you God,

Until next time....

The Simple Woman's Daybook Journal Entry

FOR TODAY

Outside my window...trees

I am thinking...it is a beautiful day(:

I am thankful..for God and his son Jesus

In the kitchen...breakfast hasn't been cooked

I am wearing...my pj's

I am creating...an edublog  

I am going...to keep working at it

I am wondering...if others will like it

I am reading...In Touch magazine 

I am hoping...for answered prayers.

I am looking forward to...the prayers being answered(:

I am learning to be...consistent

Around the house...my daily homemaker's grind

I am pondering...what the future will bring

A favorite quote for today...Phil.4:13 - "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

One of my favorite things...a child's laughter(: 

A few plans for the rest of the week: Continue to focus on what needs to be done.

A peek into my day...Our daughter created "The Hunted" video.  It is for her Middle School "Object Animation Project"

The Simple Woman's Daybook Journal Entry

FOR TODAY

Outside my window...darkness

I am thinking...how cold it is outside

I am thankful..for warmth

In the kitchen...dinner is done

I am wearing...my pj's

I am creating...a website 

I am going...to keep working at it

I am wondering...if others like it

I am reading...OER (Open Educational Resources) - http://open4us.org/find-oer/

I am hoping...for answered prayers.

I am looking forward to...the prayers being answered(:

I am learning to be...patient

Around the house...my daily homemaker's grind

I am pondering...what the future will bring

A favorite quote for today...Phil.4:13 - "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

One of my favorite things...cupcakes(: 

A few plans for the rest of the week: Continue to focus on what needs to be done.

A peek into my day...Our daughter created "The Bully" video.  I am so proud of her(:

Until next time....

Uncertainty and Frustration

What do you do, when all you do, is not good enough?  What do you say when you feel like no one is listening?  God... its me, Gertha!  My heavenly father is my refuge.

Until next time.... 

I'm Back(: -- "Making Your Home A Haven Challenge" -- Wk1

Hey Ya'll!!!

I am slowly making my way back to the Blogosphere(:  I am participating in,

over at WomenLivingWell.org

I decided to place my candle(s) in our fireplace.  I got the idea from Tia and Tamera's (Stars of "Sister Sister") blog.  We rarely make a fire and I wanted to get some use out of it.  My heart was pleased when my husband ask, "Why are you doing that?"  I told him, " I'm participating in a challenge.  I light the candles and pray prayers of  peace, protection, and wisdom for our family"  He replied with a nod of  his head.

Here's a pic below:

Click over to WomenLivingWell.org and join in!!

Until next time....

The Bible In 90 Days!!

I'm back from my Blogation(:  I was quickened by the Holy Spirit to participate in this study.  I'm looking forward to it.   I'm in TeriLynne, Ruth and Stacey!