Such cheery words. Real life. Many of us just want to squeeze our lives and experiences out on others in hope they will find our source and seek Him with all of their hearts. So many hurting folks out there, help us Lord to be faithful, in your precious Sons name
Many thanks, Donald, I am grateful for your words of wisdom. I agree, there are so many hurting people out there. I find strength in Isaiah 61:1, where the prophet speaks of the coming Messiah, Who will "bind up the brokenhearted", among other wonderful things. That is exactly what Christ did and what we aspire to do in His name, in the healing power of God! Since I have had a broken heart so many times, I can empathize with others and hence, the core of my writing work. Thank you again. Wendy
Dear Wise Lady, I make those sort of things you started your essay off with. Bags, containers,all sorts for my own use. I'm very good at it and until they are raggedy from much use they are attractive. I'll happily sew you a couple of patchwork (bags) or such I know the sort of thing you mean but not the right word. Send me the size and if you give me -not your home address,no,but a neutral address I can post them to,where you can collect them from,I'll do that. Just an offer. Over the last two years I've been non-stop getting rid of stuff. Yet Ive got as much as ever. And I don't buy stuff. People give me things,except love,respect and companionship. But also I know it's God giving me back double what I give away. Forty years ago when I put my life in God's control and literally gave up all my money (not a huge amount) but I assumed I would starve to death but I've never gone without a meal in my life and God returned to me twice what id relinquished. Which was actually a bit annoying (God likes to be unpredictable) as you cant go around posing as a noble ascetic beggar type medieval hermit saint when money just flows in your life without you even trying. Beg Pardon to the millons of people struggling on the breadline,deep in debt and working all hours. I was that until I realized the Secular way was crap. Now I went to my local church just up the road last Sunday. I stopped going there a year ago regularly . It was dreadful,after the worship,in coffee time someone kicked off. That person was shouting,swearing,angry - it was me. It was not good. Was it Satan inspired. Is the comfort of my life as I have set out above from another source than I might think. As a weak person I am the Canary in the Mine. I feel that my current sense of alienation is from the Powerful Dark Forces that are now at loose in our World and are now UNRESTRAINED.
Jane! You are a very dear person and I deeply and sincerely appreciate your offer of a hand-made bag. I have great respect for the arts of sewing and creating with fabric, a life-long fascination for me. I cannot accept your dear offer of a bag, as I do not have a neutral address nor can I reveal my home address. I do, however want to encourage you to do as I have learned to do, continue to “flop on the couch with Papa.” He and His Son are the core Friends we need in this life. You are humbly reaching for God’s help and that is the way to walk, just seeking His face, repenting quickly when we miss things, and accepting the help of Papa day by day. Not one of us “gets it” all the time…that is the difficult walk of faith. The Christian faith is not a weak faith, it is warrior all the way…but we never walk alone. That is the incredible bond God offers us when we repent, turn away from sinful behavior and seek HIs help day by day. I will add you to my prayer list, Jane. I am a work in progress, as we all are. Keep putting one foot in front of the other, find a good and solid Bibilical church that does not stray from the narrow path and take things one single day at a time. God bless you, dear Jane!
Yes, baby steps and let God handle the finances. My late best friend used to tell me to get what I really need at the drugstore or supermarket (when I had money, of course), to stop constantly denying myself and spend the money on the item. It will work out. Money will be there. And it is. Maybe I get a client or a windfall, or I find some dollar bills on the sidewalk. It never fails!!! Keep on, Wendy. You're doing great!
Thank you, Jan! Your friend was correct about that small tactic of taking care of ourselves. Money is a primal issue for so many of us and letting loose of the "grip" and trusting God is not easy...but God is a very good and patient Teacher. Holy Spirit is such a genuine and authentic Guide and every time I take that mustard seed of faith and take the tiny step, it works. It is one seed, one hour, one day, just like learning to walk. Thank you for taking the time to read my work, I humbly appreciate it. I look forward to your next writing piece! Blessings, Wendy
Such cheery words. Real life. Many of us just want to squeeze our lives and experiences out on others in hope they will find our source and seek Him with all of their hearts. So many hurting folks out there, help us Lord to be faithful, in your precious Sons name
Many thanks, Donald, I am grateful for your words of wisdom. I agree, there are so many hurting people out there. I find strength in Isaiah 61:1, where the prophet speaks of the coming Messiah, Who will "bind up the brokenhearted", among other wonderful things. That is exactly what Christ did and what we aspire to do in His name, in the healing power of God! Since I have had a broken heart so many times, I can empathize with others and hence, the core of my writing work. Thank you again. Wendy
Dear Wise Lady, I make those sort of things you started your essay off with. Bags, containers,all sorts for my own use. I'm very good at it and until they are raggedy from much use they are attractive. I'll happily sew you a couple of patchwork (bags) or such I know the sort of thing you mean but not the right word. Send me the size and if you give me -not your home address,no,but a neutral address I can post them to,where you can collect them from,I'll do that. Just an offer. Over the last two years I've been non-stop getting rid of stuff. Yet Ive got as much as ever. And I don't buy stuff. People give me things,except love,respect and companionship. But also I know it's God giving me back double what I give away. Forty years ago when I put my life in God's control and literally gave up all my money (not a huge amount) but I assumed I would starve to death but I've never gone without a meal in my life and God returned to me twice what id relinquished. Which was actually a bit annoying (God likes to be unpredictable) as you cant go around posing as a noble ascetic beggar type medieval hermit saint when money just flows in your life without you even trying. Beg Pardon to the millons of people struggling on the breadline,deep in debt and working all hours. I was that until I realized the Secular way was crap. Now I went to my local church just up the road last Sunday. I stopped going there a year ago regularly . It was dreadful,after the worship,in coffee time someone kicked off. That person was shouting,swearing,angry - it was me. It was not good. Was it Satan inspired. Is the comfort of my life as I have set out above from another source than I might think. As a weak person I am the Canary in the Mine. I feel that my current sense of alienation is from the Powerful Dark Forces that are now at loose in our World and are now UNRESTRAINED.
Sincere blessings to you, dear Jane.
Jane! You are a very dear person and I deeply and sincerely appreciate your offer of a hand-made bag. I have great respect for the arts of sewing and creating with fabric, a life-long fascination for me. I cannot accept your dear offer of a bag, as I do not have a neutral address nor can I reveal my home address. I do, however want to encourage you to do as I have learned to do, continue to “flop on the couch with Papa.” He and His Son are the core Friends we need in this life. You are humbly reaching for God’s help and that is the way to walk, just seeking His face, repenting quickly when we miss things, and accepting the help of Papa day by day. Not one of us “gets it” all the time…that is the difficult walk of faith. The Christian faith is not a weak faith, it is warrior all the way…but we never walk alone. That is the incredible bond God offers us when we repent, turn away from sinful behavior and seek HIs help day by day. I will add you to my prayer list, Jane. I am a work in progress, as we all are. Keep putting one foot in front of the other, find a good and solid Bibilical church that does not stray from the narrow path and take things one single day at a time. God bless you, dear Jane!
"I actually have no debt, thank you Papa God.". So beautiful.
Yes, baby steps and let God handle the finances. My late best friend used to tell me to get what I really need at the drugstore or supermarket (when I had money, of course), to stop constantly denying myself and spend the money on the item. It will work out. Money will be there. And it is. Maybe I get a client or a windfall, or I find some dollar bills on the sidewalk. It never fails!!! Keep on, Wendy. You're doing great!
Thank you, Jan! Your friend was correct about that small tactic of taking care of ourselves. Money is a primal issue for so many of us and letting loose of the "grip" and trusting God is not easy...but God is a very good and patient Teacher. Holy Spirit is such a genuine and authentic Guide and every time I take that mustard seed of faith and take the tiny step, it works. It is one seed, one hour, one day, just like learning to walk. Thank you for taking the time to read my work, I humbly appreciate it. I look forward to your next writing piece! Blessings, Wendy