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My good friend Joochie sent this to me,
so I put it here for you to share.
As children bring their broken toys,
with tears for us to mend.
I brought my broken dreams to God,
because He was my friend.
But then instead of leaving Him,
in peace to work alone.
I hung around and tried to help,
with ways that were my own.
At last I snatched them back and cried
"How could you be so slow".
"My child", He said
"What could I do, you never did let Go"
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Whenever your kids are out of control,
you can take comfort in this thought.
Even God had trouble with his kids.
After creating heaven and earth, God created Adam
and Eve. And the first thing he said to them was:
"Don't." "Don't what?" Adam replied.
"Don't eat the forbidden fruit." God said.
"Forbidden fruit? We got forbidden fruit? ...
Hey, Eve ... we got Forbidden fruit!"
"No way!" "Yes WAY!"
"Don't eat that fruit!" said God.
"Why?" "Because I'm your Creator,
and I said so!" said God,
(wondering why he hadn't
stopped after making elephants).
Just a few minutes later God saw the kids
taking an apple break and was angry.
"Didn't I tell you not to eat that fruit?"
the First Parent asked.
"Uh huh," Adam replied.
"Then why did you?"
"I dunno," Eve answered.
"She started it!" Adam said.
"Did not!"
"Did so!"
"DID NOT!"
Having had it with the two of them,
God's punishment was that Adam and
Eve should have children of their own.
Thus the pattern was set and it has
never changed, though there is
reassurance in this story.
If you have persistently and lovingly tried
to give children wisdom, and they
haven't taken it, don't be hard on yourself.
If God had trouble handling children,
what makes you think it would be a
piece of cake for you?
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GARDEN RECIPE
Plant three rows of peas:
Peace of mind
Peace of heart
Peace of soul
Plant four rows of squash:
Squash gossip
Squash indifference
Squash grumbling
Squash selfishness
Plant four rows of lettuce:
Lettuce be faithful
Lettuce be kind
Lettuce be obedient
Lettuce really love one another
No garden without turnips:
Turnip for meetings
Turnip for service
Turnip to help one another
We must have thyme:
Thyme for God
Thyme for study
Thyme for prayer
Water freely with patience and cultivate with love.
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An Everyday Survival Kit
Toothpick
Rubber band
Band aid
Pencil
Eraser
Chewing gum
Mint
Candy Kisses
Tea Bag
Here's why:
Toothpick - to remind you to pick out the
good qualities in others...Matt 7:1
Rubber band - to remind you to be flexible,
things might not always go the way you want,
but it will work out...Romans 8:28
Band Aid - to remind you to heal hurt feelings,
yours or someone else's...Col.3:12-14
Pencil - To remind you to list your
blessings everyday... Eph 1:3
Eraser - to remind you that everyone makes mistakes,
and it's okay...Gen. 50:15-21
Chewing gum - to remind you to stick with it
and you can accomplish anything ...Phil 4:13
Mint - to remind you that you are worth a
mint to your heavenly father ...John 3:16-17
Candy Kisses - to remind you that everyone
needs a kiss or a hug everyday ...1 John 4:7
Herb Tea Bag - to remind you to relax daily
and go over that list of God's blessings...1 Thess 5:18
This is my gift to you. May God richly bless you.
To the world, you may just be somebody...
but to somebody, you may be the world.
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When I Say I Am a Christian
When I say...I am a Christian
I'm not shouting, "I am saved."
I am whispering, "I get lost,"
That is why I chose this way.
When I say...I am a Christian
I don't speak of this with pride.
I'm confessing that I stumble
And need someone to be my guide
.
When I say...I am a Christian
I'm not trying to be strong
I'm professing that I'm weak
And pray for strength to carry on.
When I say...I am a Christian
I'm not bragging of success.
I'm admitting I have failed
And cannot ever pay the debt.
When I say...I am a Christian
I'm not claiming to be perfect.
My flaws are much too visible
But God believes I'm worth it.
When I say...I am a Christian
I still feel the sting of pain
I still have my share of heartaches
Which is why I seek His name.
When I say...I am a Christian
I do not wish to judge.
I have no authority
I only know I'm loved.
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He is the First and Last, the Beginning and the End!
He is the keeper of Creation and the Creator of all!
He is the Architect of the universe and
The Manager of all times.
He always was, He always is, and He always will be...
Unmoved, Unchanged, Undefeated, and never Undone!
He was bruised and brought healing!
He was pierced and eased pain!
He was persecuted and brought freedom!
He was dead and brought life!
He is risen and brings power!
He reigns and brings Peace!
The world can't understand Him,
The armies can't defeat Him,
The schools can't explain Him, and
The leaders can't ignore Him.
Herod couldn't kill Him,
The Pharisees couldn't confuse Him, and
The people couldn't hold Him!
Nero couldn't crush Him,
Hitler couldn't silence Him,
The New Age can't replace Him, and
The Talk Shows can't explain Him away!
He is light, love, longevity, and Lord.
He is Goodness, Kindness, Gentleness, and God.
He is Holy, Righteous, mighty, powerful, and pure.
His ways are right,
His word is eternal,
His will is unchanging, and
His mind is on me.
He is my Redeemer,
He is my Savior,
He is my guide, and
He is my peace!
He is my Joy,
He is my comfort,
He is my Lord, and
He rules my life!
I serve Him because His bond is love,
His burden is light, and
His goal for me is abundant life.
I follow Him because He is the wisdom of the wise,
The power of the powerful,
The ancient of days, the ruler of rulers,
The leader of leaders, the overseer of the overcomers, and
The sovereign Lord of all that was and is and is to come.
And if that seems impressive to you, try this for size.
His goal is a relationship with ME!
He will never leave me,
Never forsake me,
Never mislead me,
Never forget me,
Never overlook me, and
Never cancel my appointment in His appointment book!
When I fall, He lifts me up!
When I fail, He forgives!
When I am weak, He is strong!
When I am lost, He is the way!
When I am afraid, He is my courage!
When I stumble, He steadies me!
When I am hurt, He heals me!
When I am broken, He mends me!
When I am blind, He leads me!
When I am hungry, He feeds me!
When I face trials, He is with me!
When I face persecution, He shields me!
When I face problems, He comforts me!
When I face loss, He provides for me!
When I face Death, He carries me Home!
He is everything for everybody, everywhere,
Every time, and every way.
He is God, He is faithful.
I am His, and He is mine!
My Father in heaven can whip the father of this world.
So, if you're wondering why I feel so secure, understand this...
He said it and that settles it.
God is in control, I am on His side, and
That means all is well with my soul.
Everyday is a blessing, for GOD Is!
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