Everyone needs a Goal in Life...

Springtime at Linton's

Ahhhhh! Even though it is wet and cold today I experienced a taste of spring as I sat in on a"Gardening with Annuals "seminar at one of my favorite places. Seeing all the green plants that are blooming and the new flowers that promise color in my gardens gave me hope that spring will be here shortly. Now, where is that sun???????

Courage

Wow, God. I re-read last Friday's post and realized that I never suspected that this week would bring even more discouraging news. I felt defeated, God. What is happening to your people? Your kingdom? Why are you allowing your name to be drug through the mud by those who call you ABBA? Then I went to New Community last evening...and you spoke to me through Dr. Bob. You reminded me that I, without you, am not strong enough to take on Satan. But Satan is ALWAYS on your mind...You are constantly "taking on" the enemy. I was reminded to be strong and courageous. Thank you, God, for reminding me that ...the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm, and steadfast."
"Love that comes to my rescue is courage". Dr. Bob L.

Fearful? Get Busy!

I'm sitting here this morning with my cup of coffee. Thinking. Praying. So many unknowns are flying around in my head...a windstorm of thoughts and concerns. Will my friend's marriage survive this recent betrayal? Is my dad going to receive a good report at the oncologist's office today? Will I still be working at my present job in 6 months? And what about these elections....and the economy...and the increase in crimes. As I look at the calendar it states it is spring but it sure doesn't feel like it! God, I try to remember that you are in control of all things...but I get too caught up in what is happening around me. When I think back of all the things I've feared in the past, my biggest fear is always of the unknown. I came across this quote: "Inaction breeds doubt and fear, Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy." -Dale Carnegie
I like that. I will go and get busy now.