So, here I sit.
I should be heading into our Sunday morning preaching services.
Instead, I am piled up in my recliner (a blessing in itself as I have been in bed the past 36 hours!) with my trusty quilt, my glass of ginger ale, and my box of Kleenex.
I've had the crud.
I know now why people call it that!
So, anyway, I thought while I was here in peace and quiet, sneezing, coughing, and watching "The Brady Bunch," I'd catch you up on my February blessings. . .
Wednesday, February 8th:
a gift broken: my spirit. . .right now everything about my job it up at arms, including the possibility that I might have the same group of kids next year that I have now. I've lost many hours of sleep over this, as I have some very difficult students this year. . .
a gift fixed: my spirit . .I have resigned to turn my job and the issues that go with it over to God and allow Him to direct my paths, regardless of what the future holds.
a gift thrifted: being fortunate enough to be able to give things to others who are in need. . .and finding my own thrifty bargains for my kids!!F
Thursday, February 9th:
three gifts that were surprises--unexpected graces!!
1) Finding out that my principal is going to order iPad2's for all of the teachers--Whhooppeee!!!
2) My kids were unusually good to me today. . .thanking Him for small favors!!
3) The introduction to the crud--which has only gotten worse, and forced me to slow down!
Friday, February 10th:
three times I heard laughter today--
1: listening to H. & her daddy giggling while brushing her teeth this morning
2: hearing the audience cracking up during "Alvin & the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked"-- Randy & I took Tyler to the movies for an unexpected surprise!
3: Preacher Paul, Kim, Perry, Tina, and our family laughing all the way down the street at finding each other watching a movie as silly as "The Chipmunks" together!!
Saturday, February 11th:
three gifts found in working:
This was kind of tough, as I spent my morning watching Tyler's last basketball game, then went straight to bed and stayed there until Sunday morning!
So, I looked back at "working" in general, as opposed to just today--
1} being blessed to have a job
2} having a job that, for the most part, I know I was destined to do
3} knowing that the people I work with are good, Christian people and are like my family
Sunday, February 12th:
three hard eucharisteos
"eucharisteo"-- "to give thanks"
1. It is very hard to give thanks for being sick, but I am grateful that my sickness is not worse than it is.
2. It is very hard to give thanks for God taking my mother when I was so young, but I know that I will see her again and my questions will be answered someday. I am thankful that she isn't suffering anymore.
3. It is very hard to give thanks for Randy walking out on Tyler and me about six years ago. But, had he not, none of my family would have found true salvation or a home at my current church. . .what a blessing!!!
HAVE A GREAT GOD-FILLED WEEK!! :-)
Showing posts with label February faithfulness. Show all posts
Showing posts with label February faithfulness. Show all posts
February 12, 2012
February 7, 2012
February Faithfulness
Friday, February 3rd:
Three gifts found in writing:
1) My lesson plans. With so many people not being able to find work these days, I am so blessed to have a job doing what I love. My lesson plans just remind me that I am truly where I am meant to be in life.
2) Watching Tyler fill out the Valentines for his class. His handwriting is so sloppy, bless his heart. I wonder if that means he may be destined to become a doctor. . .
3) My Bible study, "Believing God" has really pushed my spiritual limits. I am having to dig deep to be able to express what I believe, why I believe it, and work on increasing my faith in God. . .something I desperately need!
Saturday, February 4th:
Three gifts found when bent down:
1: The numbers on the scale have been decreasing. As of Saturday, God has relieved me of eight pounds. I am believing in Him to help me continue to get rid of the rest!
2: H.'s hugs & kisses. She is soooo precious. And there are some moments that she is such a loving little thing! Growing up way too fast!
3: Food in my cabinets. Something I take for granted when there are people who don't have cabinets, much less food to put in them.
Sunday, February 5th:
one gift stitched~The quilt on my bed. I made it by hand myself, a hidden talent I didn't realize I had. But moreso than that, I was sooo determined to finish it, it was do or die! I'd love to see that determination in my weight loss!
one hammered~Having a roof over my head and knowing that no one can ever take it away from me or from my children.
one woven~Warm shawls to wear to church on cold winter nights.
Monday, February 6th:
Three gifts found outside
1} the few breaks of sunshine in a foggy, depressing day
2} the crisp, cool air. . .reminding us that nature is slumbering, preparing to come to life soon (and that it's not too late for snow!)
3} the full moon. . .As dreaded as it is for any classroom teacher, you cannot deny that its beauty comes from God.
Tuesday, February 7th:
Three gifts red
1] The blood of Christ that gives me salvation and everlasting life
2] The words of Christ found in my Bible written in red
3] The hair color of M., a student in my class. I have a tough group this year, but she is always in the best mood, has a wonderful smile, and jumps in to help me do anything I need without complaint. I just love her!
Three gifts found in writing:
1) My lesson plans. With so many people not being able to find work these days, I am so blessed to have a job doing what I love. My lesson plans just remind me that I am truly where I am meant to be in life.
2) Watching Tyler fill out the Valentines for his class. His handwriting is so sloppy, bless his heart. I wonder if that means he may be destined to become a doctor. . .
3) My Bible study, "Believing God" has really pushed my spiritual limits. I am having to dig deep to be able to express what I believe, why I believe it, and work on increasing my faith in God. . .something I desperately need!
Saturday, February 4th:
Three gifts found when bent down:
1: The numbers on the scale have been decreasing. As of Saturday, God has relieved me of eight pounds. I am believing in Him to help me continue to get rid of the rest!
2: H.'s hugs & kisses. She is soooo precious. And there are some moments that she is such a loving little thing! Growing up way too fast!
3: Food in my cabinets. Something I take for granted when there are people who don't have cabinets, much less food to put in them.
Sunday, February 5th:
one gift stitched~The quilt on my bed. I made it by hand myself, a hidden talent I didn't realize I had. But moreso than that, I was sooo determined to finish it, it was do or die! I'd love to see that determination in my weight loss!
one hammered~Having a roof over my head and knowing that no one can ever take it away from me or from my children.
one woven~Warm shawls to wear to church on cold winter nights.
Monday, February 6th:
Three gifts found outside
1} the few breaks of sunshine in a foggy, depressing day
2} the crisp, cool air. . .reminding us that nature is slumbering, preparing to come to life soon (and that it's not too late for snow!)
3} the full moon. . .As dreaded as it is for any classroom teacher, you cannot deny that its beauty comes from God.
Tuesday, February 7th:
Three gifts red
1] The blood of Christ that gives me salvation and everlasting life
2] The words of Christ found in my Bible written in red
3] The hair color of M., a student in my class. I have a tough group this year, but she is always in the best mood, has a wonderful smile, and jumps in to help me do anything I need without complaint. I just love her!
February 2, 2012
January Joys, February Faithfulness
Monday, January 30:
Three old things seen new
1) God's word. My Monday night Bible study has been such an eye-opening experience for me. I am learning more and more how to give myself into believing God completely.
2) My job. The kids in my classroom have been very difficult this year. Every Monday is a chance to see them in a new light, and a chance to prayerfully change how our week will go.
3) Report cards. Uggg. But yay!!! My babies have made so much growth this year in reading and math. I am so proud of them!
Tuesday, January 31st:
a gift found on a paper: My water bill was wayyyy down this month. Every little bit counts!
in a person: My principal, Mrs. Amos is a true blessing to me. I thank God for a boss who is a true, genuine believer in God, His word, and prayer. I also appreciate the fact that se is very understanding where family is involved. There aren't many people that can say that about their administrators!!
in a picture: This is my Believing God bracelet. I got it from Nikki at Marchese Creations, which is found at www.etsy.com. I was thrilled when I found out that she could make me a Carolina blue one!!! It should arrive in the mail later this week!
Wednesday, February 1:
a gift found at 11:30pm~Lunch time!! And time to catch up with my teammate Marti. . .she's going to the Believing God Bible study with me--Love it!!
a gift found at 2:30pm~The bell rang for my kids to go home. Enough said. (It's been a long week!)
a gift found at 6:30pm~Walking into my church! I am so very blessed to have such a wonderful church home and church family where you can absolutely feel the presence of God as soon as you walk through the door.
Thursday, February 2nd:
Three things overheard today, all gifts
1} that I should be nominated for Teacher of the Year. . .that made me feel pretty good!
2} Tyler telling me how much he loves me under his breath, thinking I wouldn't hear. (He's too big to say it out loud anymore, ya know??) He's the best!
3} H. squealing at daycare before I even get to the door to get her. She was having a blast!!
What has blessed you today?
Three old things seen new
1) God's word. My Monday night Bible study has been such an eye-opening experience for me. I am learning more and more how to give myself into believing God completely.
2) My job. The kids in my classroom have been very difficult this year. Every Monday is a chance to see them in a new light, and a chance to prayerfully change how our week will go.
3) Report cards. Uggg. But yay!!! My babies have made so much growth this year in reading and math. I am so proud of them!
Tuesday, January 31st:
a gift found on a paper: My water bill was wayyyy down this month. Every little bit counts!
in a person: My principal, Mrs. Amos is a true blessing to me. I thank God for a boss who is a true, genuine believer in God, His word, and prayer. I also appreciate the fact that se is very understanding where family is involved. There aren't many people that can say that about their administrators!!
in a picture: This is my Believing God bracelet. I got it from Nikki at Marchese Creations, which is found at www.etsy.com. I was thrilled when I found out that she could make me a Carolina blue one!!! It should arrive in the mail later this week!
Wednesday, February 1:
a gift found at 11:30pm~Lunch time!! And time to catch up with my teammate Marti. . .she's going to the Believing God Bible study with me--Love it!!
a gift found at 2:30pm~The bell rang for my kids to go home. Enough said. (It's been a long week!)
a gift found at 6:30pm~Walking into my church! I am so very blessed to have such a wonderful church home and church family where you can absolutely feel the presence of God as soon as you walk through the door.
Thursday, February 2nd:
Three things overheard today, all gifts
1} that I should be nominated for Teacher of the Year. . .that made me feel pretty good!
2} Tyler telling me how much he loves me under his breath, thinking I wouldn't hear. (He's too big to say it out loud anymore, ya know??) He's the best!
3} H. squealing at daycare before I even get to the door to get her. She was having a blast!!
What has blessed you today?
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