A New Thing!

I am participating in "A New Thing" bible verse challenge hosted by At the Well www.titus2atthewell.com-- click link to join!!
{Written by Joy McMillian www.simplybloomblog.com} 

Bible Verse to Memorize:

Forget the former things;
do not dwell on the past.
See, I am doing a new thing!
Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?
I am making a way in the wilderness
and streams in the wasteland.”

Isaiah 43:18-19

"Choose Life"

Until next time....

Project #10: A Spirit of Thankfulness

I like being "intentional".  It provides me with much needed insight(:

I accept the challenge!  Project #10:  A Spirit of Thankfulness, is being hosted at www.titus2atthewell.com.

This week, the challenge is to identify 50 things that you are thankful for. 50 gifts that you have been graced with. 50 blessings. However you look at it, you will be embracing a new spirit, a spirit of thankfulness.

Then, if you see a difference…I challenge you to continue counting!

#1.  knowing God as a "Father"


#2.  my husband and children


#3.  being able to be a homemaker


#4.  my health


#5.  a zeal for wisdom/learning/understanding


#6.  my mother, sisters, and brother


#7.  God's earthly and spiritual protection


#8.  God's love  


#9. God's favor


#10. God's wisdom


#11. Our home


#12. God's provision


#13.  Our son took the initiative to organize his portfolio


#14.  our "date" day


#15. answered prayer


#16.  Godly women 


#17.  unconditional love


#18.  positive change


#19.  cultivating the fruit of patience, gentleness and self-control in my spirit


#20.  music


#21. random smiles, hugs, and kisses from my husband and children


#22. my kids saying, "I love you Mommy"


#23. my husband's gazes of love and affection


#24. God's mercy


#25. God's grace


#26.  friends who keep in touch


#27. restful days


#28.  kittens:)


#29. being appreciated


#30. constructive criticsm


#31.  God Sends


#32.  cleanliness


#33. integrity


#34. reflection


#35. fabric softner sheets


#36. creativity


#37. discernment


#38.  eccentric people


#39.  a good night's sleep


#40.  mental rest and relaxation


#41.  water


#42.  food


#43.  candy(:


#44. glass art


#45.  internet


#46. thoughtfulness


#47. forgiveness


#48. second opinions


#49.  printers and ink


#50.  salvation


Well, it's true, I can go on and on.  That's exactly what I am going to do.  It helped me view different perspectives and prioritize.  Thanks for the challenge(:


#51. little things


#52. learning not to "sweat the small stuff"


#53.  motivation


#54.  happiness


#55.  disappointments and failures that made me stronger and taught me a lesson


#56. restoration


#57. inspirational/insightful blogs


#58.  blogger friends/followers


#59. wit


#60.  humility


#61. generosity


#62. garage sales


#63.  free stuff


#64. provision


#65. change


#66. books


#67. babies


#68. giggles


#69. movies


#69. documentaries


#70. sitcoms


#71.  laughter


to be continued....

Titus 2 -- Project #9: A Self-Controlled Tongue

I'm participating in a project hosted by www.titus2atthewell.com ;  written by Ashley Wells. http://puttinggodfirstplace.com/ 

This week, let’s use our words only for good. No complaining. No harsh tones. No negative, hurtful speech.

I know that this may be hard for some of you. Or maybe a little too big. If you feel like this challenge is too high, then focus on one particular area (complaining, harsh tones, etc…) and try to rid your speech of it this week!

I am continuing my "fruit of the spirit" journey.  I am better but I have yet to bring this to fruition.


Update:  Since the challenge, I have been "intentional".  I paused before I spoke.  Especially after I told our son to clean his room and it was not done.  I was mindful to take a deep breath and use a gentle yet firm tone.  I am better and experiencing a "fruit filled" disposition(:.  God, I thank you!


Until next time....