Hebrews 12:22-29
Scripture : Hebrews 12:28
28 Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, 29 for our “God is a consuming fire.
Observation
While other things can be shaken, God and the Heavens cannot be shaken or removed.
God is like Fire, he is all consuming
Application
Everything can be changed in life, nothing is forever....Except God, Jesus and Heaven. His love, forgiveness is forever it can never be shaken.
Prayer
Dear Lord,
I thank you for your unwavering love, forgiveness, salvation.
I thank you for your Unshaken love, I thank you for all I have and who I have.
I pray you be with all who read this, for those who don't know you, those who need you and for my family.
Amen
Sunday, November 23, 2014
Thanksgiving Day 4
Day 4
I am actually doing day 4 and 5 on a this Sunday. No excuse is good enough for putting off my bible study.
1 Thessalonians 5:12-18
S.O.A.P.
Scripture : 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
16 Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
Observation
The translation above is NIV, my personal bible is English Standard Version and I personally like the way it phrases verse 17 better. Simply put it says, "Pray with out ceasing"
Application
All too often we try to fix things are selves and say a little prayer that the situation will get better and when it don't we wonder why (Guilty!!) in reality we need to pray about the situation "without ceasing" and let God fix it. We also need to rejoice always, when praying about a situation that may be taking our hole focus we must remember that there is ALWAYS something to be thankful for! We must rejoice and thank Him in our times of need.
Prayer
Dear Lord,
I thank you for this beautiful day and my family, I thank you for the life inside of me that's moving constantly while I do my bible study. I pray you keep him safe, alive and healthy with continuous growth. I pray you watch over my family Lord, keep us safe from harm.
I also still pray for my work situation, I feel better about some things others...not so much. I give it to you and I ask for peace in all situations. I also Thank you for the jobs we have.
Please be with my friends who need you Lord, those who don't know you I ask they find you. I thank you for my friends Lord.
Amen,
I am actually doing day 4 and 5 on a this Sunday. No excuse is good enough for putting off my bible study.
1 Thessalonians 5:12-18
S.O.A.P.
Scripture : 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
16 Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
Observation
The translation above is NIV, my personal bible is English Standard Version and I personally like the way it phrases verse 17 better. Simply put it says, "Pray with out ceasing"
Application
All too often we try to fix things are selves and say a little prayer that the situation will get better and when it don't we wonder why (Guilty!!) in reality we need to pray about the situation "without ceasing" and let God fix it. We also need to rejoice always, when praying about a situation that may be taking our hole focus we must remember that there is ALWAYS something to be thankful for! We must rejoice and thank Him in our times of need.
Prayer
Dear Lord,
I thank you for this beautiful day and my family, I thank you for the life inside of me that's moving constantly while I do my bible study. I pray you keep him safe, alive and healthy with continuous growth. I pray you watch over my family Lord, keep us safe from harm.
I also still pray for my work situation, I feel better about some things others...not so much. I give it to you and I ask for peace in all situations. I also Thank you for the jobs we have.
Please be with my friends who need you Lord, those who don't know you I ask they find you. I thank you for my friends Lord.
Amen,
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Thanksgiving Bible Study Guides
Thanksgiving Bible Study
*2020 Edit* Lots of people ask me where week 3 & 4 are, this is a two week bible study only. Sorry for any confusion* This study was originally done by Good Morning Girls. org, I found the pictures on pinterest. I believe this was done in 2012 or 2013. For some reason GMG will leave the bible study info on the archives page but delete the actual guides. I don't know if this is intentional or accidental. None the less there are numerous blogs out there with this exact same info on them all across the US so I figured why not retrieve it, laminate it and save it for years to come. I loved it the first time and now the second time around.
Below are the two week bible study plans, each week verses and SOAP samples to print out and follow. You can click on each image to view them larger, upon doing that I suggest printing them out or saving them to your desk top for easy reference or retrieval. The SOAP page pictured below is printable any more (original publisher closed the website) attached here is one i found free online and printable you can find it here . Additionally I found the GMG Color chart if you use that method (still new to me, but something I want to get into) you can get that here If you are looking for a Christmas Bible Study of similar set up you can find that post here (this one is 4 weeks), another can be found here
*2020 Edit* Lots of people ask me where week 3 & 4 are, this is a two week bible study only. Sorry for any confusion* This study was originally done by Good Morning Girls. org, I found the pictures on pinterest. I believe this was done in 2012 or 2013. For some reason GMG will leave the bible study info on the archives page but delete the actual guides. I don't know if this is intentional or accidental. None the less there are numerous blogs out there with this exact same info on them all across the US so I figured why not retrieve it, laminate it and save it for years to come. I loved it the first time and now the second time around.
Below are the two week bible study plans, each week verses and SOAP samples to print out and follow. You can click on each image to view them larger, upon doing that I suggest printing them out or saving them to your desk top for easy reference or retrieval. The SOAP page pictured below is printable any more (original publisher closed the website) attached here is one i found free online and printable you can find it here . Additionally I found the GMG Color chart if you use that method (still new to me, but something I want to get into) you can get that here If you are looking for a Christmas Bible Study of similar set up you can find that post here (this one is 4 weeks), another can be found here
Thanksgiving Bible Study Day 3
Today is the 3rd Day of the bible study, today also marks the 3rd year since my grandaddys passing.
In life there are those whos passing seems to never be forgotten. I know my grandaddy is in heaven, I know his passing was better than his suffering but becasue I am selfish I miss him terribly.
Colossians 3 12-17
Scripture Colossians 3:15-17
15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Colossians 3: 13
13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you
Observation
We need to be peaceful in our dealings with each other, the peace of Christ should rule our hearts. We need to remember that when someone messes up or we do, let us be peaceful in our dealings.
It honestly reminds me of part of the FFA creed or FFA meeting closure, which states
" As we go let us be deligent in our labor, just in our dealings and above all honest and fair"
Application
It is really hard to be peaceful in the check out line at Walmart, espically durring the holiday season. Its really hard to be nice to that lady who was rude and took your parking spot, or dinged your car door. Its really hard to forgive the coworker who forgot you had an appt and didnt show up to work today. In general some days its really hard to forgive and forget and be peaceful. We want forgiveness and we want a peaceful answer in return so as hard as it is. Say a quick prayer and bite your tongue. Pray that God will give you what you need to say next.
Prayer
Dear Lord,
I ask that you grant us the ability to forgive those who have wronged us as you forgave us. I ask that you give us peace on the inside and peace in our dealings with others. I ask that you forgive us including me for our sins and help us keep our tempers in check this holiday season. Be with those who are searching Lord, wether it be for you, a job or an answer. Wrap your arms around them.
Be with little Charlie as he continues to grown, and help me be able to keep him in and keep him strong. I thank you for this gift you have given to us, and I pray you continue to bless us.
Amen
In life there are those whos passing seems to never be forgotten. I know my grandaddy is in heaven, I know his passing was better than his suffering but becasue I am selfish I miss him terribly.
Colossians 3 12-17
Scripture Colossians 3:15-17
15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Colossians 3: 13
13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you
Observation
We need to be peaceful in our dealings with each other, the peace of Christ should rule our hearts. We need to remember that when someone messes up or we do, let us be peaceful in our dealings.
It honestly reminds me of part of the FFA creed or FFA meeting closure, which states
" As we go let us be deligent in our labor, just in our dealings and above all honest and fair"
Application
It is really hard to be peaceful in the check out line at Walmart, espically durring the holiday season. Its really hard to be nice to that lady who was rude and took your parking spot, or dinged your car door. Its really hard to forgive the coworker who forgot you had an appt and didnt show up to work today. In general some days its really hard to forgive and forget and be peaceful. We want forgiveness and we want a peaceful answer in return so as hard as it is. Say a quick prayer and bite your tongue. Pray that God will give you what you need to say next.
Prayer
Dear Lord,
I ask that you grant us the ability to forgive those who have wronged us as you forgave us. I ask that you give us peace on the inside and peace in our dealings with others. I ask that you forgive us including me for our sins and help us keep our tempers in check this holiday season. Be with those who are searching Lord, wether it be for you, a job or an answer. Wrap your arms around them.
Be with little Charlie as he continues to grown, and help me be able to keep him in and keep him strong. I thank you for this gift you have given to us, and I pray you continue to bless us.
Amen
Thanksgiving Bible Study Day 2
Day 2, I am catching up as I am 3 days behind and I am thinking that catching up is what I was ment to do. I needed to start this today to help me.
Psalm 100
Scripture Psalm 100: 4-5
Psalm 100
Scripture Psalm 100: 4-5
4 Enter his gates with thanksgiving
and his courts with praise;
give thanks to him and praise his name.
5 For the Lord is good and his love endures forever;
his faithfulness continues through all generations.
and his courts with praise;
give thanks to him and praise his name.
5 For the Lord is good and his love endures forever;
his faithfulness continues through all generations.
Observations
Enter his gates with Thanksgiving, and his courts with praise. Give Thanks to Him! The Lord is Good!
Application
When i bow my head to pray or my thoughts dift to him I need to give Praise for what he has done and be thankful for what he will do. Everything is on his time not ours and if we are waiting for that answer we must praise him and be thanksful to him. He is good, his love endures!!
Prayer
Dear Lord,
I praise you in good time and bad, I am thankful for all you have done and will continue to do. Please be with all my friends today. Be with those who dont know you, and I pray that they do come to know you Lord. I ask forgiveness for all my sins as they are many, and I pray that these negative thoughts and worries be gone for they are now given to you. I pray for a family Lord that is with out a paycheck this week, you know the ones and I pray that there faith in you stays strong.
Keep us safe Lord and this blessing from you in my tummy stays safe, warm and healthy.
Amen
Thanksgiving Bible Study - Day 1
This week started with tribulations and my pregnancy hormones are all over the place. I have been trying to convience my self that the issues are all in my head and this situation is not as bad as it seems.
Then I remember God is in control and it isnt as bad as it seems!
I started a two week Thanksgiving Bible Study, I am a few days behind on posting so bare with me as I catch up.
S.O.A.P.
1 Chronicles 16:7-36
Scripture 1 Chronicles 16:8-11
Then I remember God is in control and it isnt as bad as it seems!
I started a two week Thanksgiving Bible Study, I am a few days behind on posting so bare with me as I catch up.
S.O.A.P.
1 Chronicles 16:7-36
Scripture 1 Chronicles 16:8-11
8 Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name;
make known among the nations what he has done.
9 Sing to him, sing praise to him;
tell of all his wonderful acts.
10 Glory in his holy name;
let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice.
11 Look to the Lord and his strength;
seek his face always.
make known among the nations what he has done.
9 Sing to him, sing praise to him;
tell of all his wonderful acts.
10 Glory in his holy name;
let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice.
11 Look to the Lord and his strength;
seek his face always.
Observation
Look to the Lord and his Strength! Seeks His face Always!!
Application
Even when I cant see past my own troubles I can look to the Lord, give it all to him and he will give me strength! I must seek him and his face! In all times always.
Prayer
Dear Lord,
I struggle with all the negative feelings about my self and my work situation. Coworkers tell me not to worry about it, all is well but deep down I do not feel all is well. Maybe thats the devil trying to seperate me from you. Devil leave me alone! Lord I ask you to remove these feelings from me, restore me and make me like you. I give this situation to you for you know better than I. You have a plan. Please give me peace in my self and at my work. I pray for my coworkers Lord and my boss. Ease their troubles and burdens, I also pray for this business to grow Lord. Let us continue to grow and provide for the families that depend on it. I also pray for Harmony between coworkers, smooth ruffled feathers, make our hearts soft and forgiving as we are all human who make mistakes.
I also pray Lord that you forgive me for my sin and misgivings. I pray Lord that you will lift me and mine up, keep us safe Lord and this baby boy in my tummy please let him grow and be healthy. As much as I long to see his face and hold him in my arms keep him in me as long as possible.
Amen
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
Thanksgiving
I love Thanksgiving, and not because I am a big girl and love to eat but because its always been my favorite holiday. I also cant think about this holiday and not miss my granddaddy. Its safe to say he's the reason I love this holiday so much. Sure he loved the food but he also loved the family and how we gathered as such with no presents or traditions it was just us and we were thankful to be there with each other.
In a world where this holiday if often over looked for Christmas I have to take a moment and hit the stop button. No Christmas song, decorations, movies or even talking about it UNTIL Thanksgiving is over!! We need to slow down and learn to be thankful for what we have and not rush to think about what we are going to get. We already got the best gift possible! Jesus Christ and forgiveness for our sins!!! So why rush Thanksgiving to be over with??
Lets slow down, spend time with friends and family over a meal and enjoy the now. Instead of planning our black Friday assault (which I will not be doing ever) lets sit down and tell old stories and plan up coming get together. Swap recipes and just be thankful for those that are with us.
Christmas is important but even God says to enter his Courts with Thanksgiving.
Lets take a moment to hit the stop button, slow down and be Thankful!
In a world where this holiday if often over looked for Christmas I have to take a moment and hit the stop button. No Christmas song, decorations, movies or even talking about it UNTIL Thanksgiving is over!! We need to slow down and learn to be thankful for what we have and not rush to think about what we are going to get. We already got the best gift possible! Jesus Christ and forgiveness for our sins!!! So why rush Thanksgiving to be over with??
Lets slow down, spend time with friends and family over a meal and enjoy the now. Instead of planning our black Friday assault (which I will not be doing ever) lets sit down and tell old stories and plan up coming get together. Swap recipes and just be thankful for those that are with us.
Christmas is important but even God says to enter his Courts with Thanksgiving.
Lets take a moment to hit the stop button, slow down and be Thankful!
Friday, October 24, 2014
Pasta Salad & Fruit Salad
Pregnancy has changed how to eat, I love poultry and since getting knocked up I havent been able to eat poultry. :( I miss chicken! My grocery bill was cheaper, I enjoyed cooking and I didnt have to look far for receipes! Franks red hot isnt the same on beef or pork!
Well me and Pinterest havent beening seeing eye to eye either, they only want to show me chicken! How ever I did stumble across a few really yummy recipes that are keepers and worth sharing.
Pasta Salad
1 Box Spiral Pasta cooked to Al Dente
1lb block of mozarrella cheese cut into bite size pieces
18 Cherry tomatos cut in half
Salami - Cut into bite size pieces, amount? To your taste!
Pepperoni - Cut into bite size pieces, amount? Again to your taste
1 Bottle of Kens Italian Dressing with aged Parm
Mix all the above to your own taste, I ened up using half a bottle of dressing. This is best served cold and great for lunches!
I used less tomatos, more Salami and the pieces of cheese were smaller than most.
Fruit Salad
1 Container of Cool Whip
2 - 8oz Strawberry Yoguart (I used greek)
1 -3.5oz Jello Pudding Cheesecake (Instant)
3 Can Dole Fruit Cocktail
Juice of 1 can of fruit
Mix Cool Whip with yoguart & juice, fold in pudding mix dry
Mix in fruit
Serve Cold, Keep Cold
This recipe is quite easy to mix up, French Vanilla Pudding with Peach Yoguart and Tropical Fruit is really good too.
Enjoy!
Well me and Pinterest havent beening seeing eye to eye either, they only want to show me chicken! How ever I did stumble across a few really yummy recipes that are keepers and worth sharing.
Pasta Salad
1 Box Spiral Pasta cooked to Al Dente
1lb block of mozarrella cheese cut into bite size pieces
18 Cherry tomatos cut in half
Salami - Cut into bite size pieces, amount? To your taste!
Pepperoni - Cut into bite size pieces, amount? Again to your taste
1 Bottle of Kens Italian Dressing with aged Parm
Mix all the above to your own taste, I ened up using half a bottle of dressing. This is best served cold and great for lunches!
I used less tomatos, more Salami and the pieces of cheese were smaller than most.
Fruit Salad
1 Container of Cool Whip
2 - 8oz Strawberry Yoguart (I used greek)
1 -3.5oz Jello Pudding Cheesecake (Instant)
3 Can Dole Fruit Cocktail
Juice of 1 can of fruit
Mix Cool Whip with yoguart & juice, fold in pudding mix dry
Mix in fruit
Serve Cold, Keep Cold
This recipe is quite easy to mix up, French Vanilla Pudding with Peach Yoguart and Tropical Fruit is really good too.
Enjoy!
Monday, October 6, 2014
We are growing...by Two Feet!
As much as I wanted another child, I never thought it would happen. I mean in 11yrs its never happened so I just figured one is all we would ever have. SUPRISE! Never say never!!
We will welcome a baby Boy in Feb 2015!!
We are beyond thrilled, Chandler not so much :/
We will welcome a baby Boy in Feb 2015!!
We are beyond thrilled, Chandler not so much :/
Sunday, June 8, 2014
Grilled Chicken Cesar Flatbreads
Its Summer...in Texas. So its HOT HOT HOT
Our house in small and our stove heats up the house, in the summer we try to grill and crock pot all meals. Seriously we had frozen pizza at 1pm the house is hot still and its 7:00pm!!
A few years back I did a recipe binder, each recipe (once its a "keeper" ) goes into a protective sleeve...then gets rotated by season or request. While I always pick some from here I am adventurous and like to throw in a few new ones.
Grilled Chicken Cesar Pita/Flatbread
3 Chicken breast , bone less & skinless
1cup Cesar Dressing
2tbs Worcestershire Sauce
1 1/2 Juice of Lemons
Roman Lettace
Shredded parmigiano cheese
Croutons ( optional)
Sliced Olives ( optional)
1 Gallon Ziplock Baggie
Pitas/Flat breads
Place chicken in baggie
Mix together Cesar, Worcestershire, Lemon juice, mix well
Pour mixture over chicken, close baggie, place in fridge for 2hrs (I did mine for 5)
Grill Chicken until done, allow to cool and slice diagonally, while chicken is cooling toast flat breads on grill (both sides)
Take Roman and place in bowl with chicken, cheese, olives, croutons
Pour over desired amount of dressing and mix well
Fill Flat bread or Pitas
Enjoy! We did...this recipe is a "keeper"
Our house in small and our stove heats up the house, in the summer we try to grill and crock pot all meals. Seriously we had frozen pizza at 1pm the house is hot still and its 7:00pm!!
A few years back I did a recipe binder, each recipe (once its a "keeper" ) goes into a protective sleeve...then gets rotated by season or request. While I always pick some from here I am adventurous and like to throw in a few new ones.
Grilled Chicken Cesar Pita/Flatbread
3 Chicken breast , bone less & skinless
1cup Cesar Dressing
2tbs Worcestershire Sauce
1 1/2 Juice of Lemons
Roman Lettace
Shredded parmigiano cheese
Croutons ( optional)
Sliced Olives ( optional)
1 Gallon Ziplock Baggie
Pitas/Flat breads
Place chicken in baggie
Mix together Cesar, Worcestershire, Lemon juice, mix well
Pour mixture over chicken, close baggie, place in fridge for 2hrs (I did mine for 5)
Grill Chicken until done, allow to cool and slice diagonally, while chicken is cooling toast flat breads on grill (both sides)
Take Roman and place in bowl with chicken, cheese, olives, croutons
Pour over desired amount of dressing and mix well
Fill Flat bread or Pitas
Enjoy! We did...this recipe is a "keeper"
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