The 366th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 365th day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 366th and final day of 2016, and as the year slowly takes her final bow, take time to thank God for the lives of those who are, and the memories of those who were . . . ==> "But as it is written: "Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him." [1 Cor 2:9] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for me, and I'll be PRAYING for you throughout 2017. . .]

The 365th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 364th day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 365th day of 2016, as the curtains are finally being drawn on another year, join me as I reflect again on all God HAS done, on all He IS doing, and on all He WILL do in our lives . . . ==> "Oh come, let us worship and bow down; Let us kneel before the LORD our Maker. For He is our God, and we are the people of His pasture, and the sheep of His hand . . ." [Psalm 95:6-7] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and continue to enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

The 364th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 363rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 364th day of 2016, might I suggest again that your walk with Christ should not be a discussion more than an experience . . . ==> "I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God . . ." [Galatians 2:20] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and continue to enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

The 363rd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 362nd day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 363rd day of 2016, I just want to put another smile on your face as you remember family and friends . . . and Christmas . . . ==> “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him.” [Matthew 2:2] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and continue to enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

The 359th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 358th day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 359th day of 2016, can I just share with you again how much I love and miss my siblings, especially at this time of year? But I do thank God for the love we share under the same "Christmas Star" . . .==> "They asked, "Where is the King of the Jews Who has been born? We have seen His star in the East. We have come to worship Him." [Matthew 2:2] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and enjoy a safe Christmas Season!]

The 357th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 356th day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 357th day of 2016, I just want to put a smile on your face as you remember family and friends . . . and Christmas . . . ==> “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him.” [Matthew 2:2] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

The 356th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 355th day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 356th day of 2016, as we move closer to Christmas Day, I remember family and friends who are no longer with us. And I thank God that they were here,and that He came so that one day I could see them again . . . ==> "For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; He will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes." [Revelation 7:17] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

The 355th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 354th day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 355th day of 2016, I pause once again to celebrate my daughter, Halema. (Halema, today my prayers are all about you. Understand my love for you, and may God's richest blessings fall on you throughout the day . . .) ==> "Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you." [1 Peter 5:6-7] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

The 354th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 353rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 354th day of 2016, I pray that you'll remember a babe, a girl, and a young man who spent a restless night in a dirty stable long ago, for you and for me . . ==> “And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” [Luke 2:7] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

Sunday, December 18, 2016

~. . . And so, I'll say again to my brothers and sisters in Christ who are running around saying they want to put Christ back into this country and Christ back into Christmas: Please first get reacquainted with the TRUE Christ of our Christianity. You may be amazed to realize that the Christ you seek has never left ... [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

The 351st Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 350th day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 351st day of 2016, please remember that YOU are God's "ulterior motive" for sending Jesus into the world. YOU are the "ulterior motive" for His birth, death, and resurrection . . . ==> "For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved." [John 3:17] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

The 350th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 349th day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 350th day of 2016, it comes to my mind that CHRIST has NEVER left MY CHRISTmas. How about you?. . . ==> "Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him." [Matthew 2:2] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

The 349th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 348th day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 349th day of 2016, I'm reminded that worrying doesn't remove tomorrow's pain. It only takes away today's joy. Pray. He still moves stones . . . ==> "You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." [Isaiah 26:3] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

The 347th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 346th day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 347th day of 2016, and as we move closer to Christmas Day, I recall family and friends who are no longer with us. And I close my eyes and thank God that He came so that one day we can see them again . . . ==> "For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their Shepherd; He will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes." [Revelation 7:17] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

The 344th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 343rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 344th day of 2016, as my heart and mind revisits His unfailing love for me, I grow weak and fall to my knees in worship . . . ==> "For the Lord is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all generations." [Psalm 100:5] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and enjoy a safe Christmas Season.]

The 343rd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 342nd day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 343rd day of 2016, I pray that you'll remember a babe, a girl, and a young man who spent a restless night in a dirty stable long ago, for you and for me . . ==> “And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” [Luke 2:7] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE, PRAY for one another, and enjoy this Christmas Season.]

The 342nd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 341st day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 342nd day of 2016, I realize that I've had both smiles and tears throughout 2016. And as I look back over everything, I realize how strong the presence of God has been through it all . . . ==> "Through the Lord’s mercies we are not consumed, Because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning; Great is Your faithfulness." [Lamentations 3:22-23] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, and be a blessing!]

The 336th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 335th day. Good Morning, Blogger, FB, G+1, and Twitter! On this 336th day of 2016, I don't know exactly WHEN He first considered me worthy. But I am so glad He did . . . ==> "For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved." [John 3:17] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, and be a blessing!]

The 335th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 334th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! Just a reminder on this 335th day of 2016, that if you're still running into walls, please try rethinking EVERYthing and starting over. Because "In the beginning, GOD!" . . . ==> "Bring the calf that is fat and kill it. Let us eat and be glad. For my son was dead and now he is alive again. He was lost and now he is found . . ." [Luke 15:23-24] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, and be blessed!]

The 334th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 333rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 334th day of 2016, I realize that I would rather be hated for being who I am than loved for being who I am not. Why? Because I am God's masterpiece. His prized possession. And so are you . . . ==> "I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, And that my soul knows very well." [Psalm 139:14] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, and be blessed!]

The 328th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 327th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 328th day of 2016, as I awaken to a brand new day, I'm reminded of His wonder and His everlasting love for me . . . ==> "For the Lord Most High is awesome; He is a great King over all the earth." [Psalm 47:2] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, and be a blessing!]

The 327th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 326th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 327th day of 2016, might I remind you that falling down is not a setback, but a forward movement into a position of remembering where your strength lies . . . ==> “My flesh and my heart fail; But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." [Psalm 73:26] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, Believe . . .]

The 326th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 325th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 326th day of 2016, might I again suggest that we stop telling God how big our problem is, and start telling our problem how big our our God is . . . ==> "Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful." [Hebrews 10:23] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, Believe and enjoy a great week!]

The 323rd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 322nd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 323rd day of 2016, might I again suggest that sometimes God has to allow our tears and pain in order to get our attention. But through it all, He weeps with us and for us, because He still loves us in every aspect of the word . . . ==> “. . . As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you." [Joshua 1:5b] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, Believe and enjoy a peaceful weekend . . .]

The 322nd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 321st day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 322nd day of 2016, I go back to something my niece once posted: "someone... somewhere... for some reason... somehow... cares!" I'm praying that you realize how true that is for you today . . . ==> "In my distress I called upon the LORD, And cried out to my God; He heard my voice from His temple, And my cry came before Him, even to His ears." [Psalm 18:6] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and Believe . . .]

The 320th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 319th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 320th day of 2016, might I remind you that when you find you're going down the wrong road, TURN AROUND! . . . ==> "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord" [Acts 3:19] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and Trust . . .]

The 319th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 318th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 319th day of 2016, I am reminded that Abraham Lincoln once said, "I have been driven many times to my knees by the overwhelming conviction that I had nowhere else to go.". . . ==> ". . . Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning." [Psalm 30:5] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and Trust . . .]

The 314th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 313th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 314th day of 2016, I still stand amazed that the same God who holds the universe in His hand can zero in on my smallest need, and works things out for my good . . . ==> “I made you, and I will care for you. I will carry you along and save you. "To whom will you compare me? Who is my equal?" [Isaiah 46:4b-5] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and Trust . . .]

The 313th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 312th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 313th day of 2016, it's time to take a step, even if you can't see the stairs . . . ==> “In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths." [Proverbs 3:6] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and trust God!]

The 312th Day . . .

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~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 311th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 312th day of 2016, I still stand amazed that the same God who holds the universe in His hand can zero in on my smallest need, and works things out for my good . . . ==> “I made you, and I will care for you. I will carry you along and save you. "To whom will you compare me? Who is my equal?" [Isaiah 46:4b-5] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and Trust . . .]

The 309th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 308th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 309th day of 2016, I am again reminded that greater than ANY calling on my life is the calling to kneel before the Throne and just worship Him . . . ==> “ . . . but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." [Philippians 3:13b-14] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and Believe . . .]

The 308th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 307th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 308th day of 2016, might I remind you that someone once said, "When you're drowning in life's situations, don't worry. Your Lifeguard walks on water" . . . ==> "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you . . ." [Isaiah 43:2a] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and still Believe that He is good . . .]

The 306th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 305th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 306th day of 2016, you'll never know how strong you are until it's the only choice you have . . . ==> "I pray that out of His glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being . . ." [Ephesians 3:16] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a blessing!]

The 305th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 304th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 305th day of 2016, I challenge you to say, "Hallelujah Anyhow"! Praise Him in the midst ot your storm, recalling what He HAS done, what He IS doing, and for what He is ABOUT to do . . . ==> "I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth." [Psalm 34:1] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a blessing!]

The 300th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 299th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 300th day of 2016, I suggest to you that the best decision you can make is to accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. He is truly magnificent . . . ==> "All this also comes from the Lord Almighty, whose plan is wonderful, whose wisdom is magnificent." [Isaiah 28:29] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and Trust in the Lord.]

The 299th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 298th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! Today I thank God for giving me 299 days so far this year to share with you the source of my joy. And I invite you to join me as I strive to walk yet closer to Him . . . ==> "But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge; I will tell of all your deeds." [Psalm 73:28] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and Wait on the Lord.]

The 298th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 297th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 298th day of 2016, might I suggest to you that Monday is NOT the end of the weekend, but the beginning of a glorious week . . . ==> "Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness." [Lamentations 3:22-23] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and enjoy a new week!]

The 293rd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 292nd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 293rd day of 2016, I challenge you to share a warm smile. It is the universally unspoken language of kindness . . . ==> "A cheerful heart brings a smile to your face; a sad heart makes it hard to get through the day." [Proverbs 15:13] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and enjoy a beautiful day!]

The 292nd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 291st day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 292nd day of 2016, I just want to remind you again that God didn't pick you up just so you could run back to the same thing that knocked you down . . . ==> "God does all these things to a person— twice, even three times— to turn them back from the pit, that the light of life may shine on them." [Job 33:29-30] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and Trust His heart!]

The 288th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 287th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 288th day of 2016, might I remind you that in order to hear Him, sometimes you just simply have to listen . . . ==> "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge." [Psalm 19:1-2] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and Enjoy a Safe weekend!]

The 287th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 286th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 287th day of 2016, might I confess again that my greatest joy is more often recognized as I watch God at work in the lives of others . . . ==> "For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him." [Philippians 2:13] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and Wait on the Lord.]

The 286th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 285th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 286th day of 2016, allow me to encourage YOU, while I encourage ME . . . ==> “No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us.” [Romans 8:37] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait and trust God.]

The 285th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 284th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 285th day of 2016, put that smile back on your FAITH! You can make it! . . . ==> "Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us." [Romans 8:37] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, Watch and Wait on God . . .]

The 284th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 283rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 284th day of 2016, might I suggest to you that when you have a great need for Christ; know that you have a great Christ for your needs . . . ==> ". . . for there is no other Name given under heaven by which we must be saved." [Acts 4:12] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and Seek God this week!]

The 281st Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 280th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 281st day of 2016, though you may be hurting, though you may be afraid, please know that someone, somewhere is praying for you . . . ==> "But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail; and when you have returned to Me, strengthen your brethren." [Luke 22:32] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and Seek God this weekend!]

The 280th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 279th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 280th day of 2016, as I again consider the beauty of creation around me and all that God has made and holds in place, it STILL amazes me that He loves me enough to even know my name . . . ==> "When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, (who am I that you are mindful of me), human beings that you care for them? . . ." [Psalm 8:3-5] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and Trust God!]

The 279th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 278th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 279th day of 2016, excuse me again while I remind someone that sometimes a change of SELF is needed more than a change of scenery. . . ==> "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new." [2 Corinthians 5:17] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and Expect God!]

The 278th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 277th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 278th day of 2016, and though I've said it before, I STILL say the best decision I ever made was to accept Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. No turning back. No turning back . . . ==> "Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good . . . " [Psalm 34:8a] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and PRAISE His Name!]

The 277th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 276th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 277th day of 2016, I challenge you to start this week by planting a seed. Walk up to a stranger and tell them this truth: "Jesus Loves You" . . . ==> “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” [John 3:16] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and expect God this week!]

The 274th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 273rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 274th day of 2016, as yet another glorious day, created by God, kisses my face and energizes me, I am so humbled by His love for me . . . ==> "I am unworthy of all the kindness and faithfulness you have shown your servant." [Genesis 32:10a] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and expect God this weekend!]

The 273rd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 272nd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 273rd day of 2016, I don't know where I would be without my Lord and Savior. In any case, I would not like to know. He's my everything. Every single day . . . ==> "I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing." [John 15:5] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and PRAISE His Name . . .]

The 272nd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 271st day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 272nd day of 2016, might I suggest that you can never move forward without first deciding that you no longer want to be where you are . . . ==> "Come and show me your mercy, as you do for all who love your name. Guide my steps by your word, so I will not be overcome by evil." [Psalm 119:132-133 (NLT)] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and seek His Guidance . . .]

The 271st Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 270th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 271st day of 2016, I can stand and face today and every other new day, because I know that God is already there . . . ==> "Can anyone hide himself in secret places, So I shall not see him?” says the Lord; “Do I not fill heaven and earth?” says the Lord." [Jeremiah 23:24] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and Praise His Name!]

The 270th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 269th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 270th day of 2016, I encourage you to not only COUNT your blessings, but to make them REAL by making them KNOWN . . . ==> "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning." [James 1:17] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and Praise His Name!]

~ . . . So it seems to me . . .

~ . . . So it seems to me . . .
Not only is God greater than our circumstances,
But it's our circumstances
That show us just how great God is!
(. . . Or So It Seems To Me . . .)

The 267th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 266th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 267th day of 2016, I want to remind you again that there is NO place that God has named "Gone-Too-Far". . . ==> "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." [1 John 1:9] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, please PLAY NICE. PRAY for one another, and enjoy a safe weekend!]

The 266th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 265th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 266th day of 2016, did I mention to you that it IS okay to feel beaten and broken at times? Just don't add fear to those feelings. Know that God's love for you is always present. . . . ==> "There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love." [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God!]

Welcome into this place (with lyrics)

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 264th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 265th day of 2016, God has given you a brand new day! Welcome! It's your time of renewal. Another chance to begin again . . . ==> "This was the Lord’s doing; It is marvelous in our eyes. This is the day the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it." [John 4:13-14] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God!]

The 164th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 263rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 264th day of 2016, I could never remind you enough that no road is a dead end if it takes you somewhere you need to go . . . ==> “In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths." [Proverbs 3:6] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and trust God!]

The 260th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 259th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 260th day of 2016, you may be hurting spiritually or emotionally. But continue in your Praise and Worship. And keep believing that God CAN and WILL work it out for you . . . ==> “But you, Lord, do not be far from me. You are my strength; come quickly to help me.” [Psalm 22:19] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and trust God!]

The 259th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 258th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 259th day of 2016, if you're still wounded on the battlefield, I reach out to encourage you with these words . . . ==> "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” [Deut. 31:6] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God!]

The 257th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 256th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 257th day of 2016, if you find that you're headed in the wrong direction, there is really only one sensible thing to do . . . ==> "If it is unacceptable in your sight to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve . . . But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord." [Joshua 24:15] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and SMILE! God Still Loves You!]

The 256th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 255th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 256th day of 2016, it's a new week! And I challenge you again to keep a SMILE on your FAITH . . . ==> ". . . Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which He will accomplish for you today." [Exodus 14:13a] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and SMILE! God Loves You!]

The 253rd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 252nd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 253rd day of 2016, please be reminded that our love for God can only be as strong as our love for the person we love the least . . . ==> "I give you a new Law. You are to love each other. You must love each other as I have loved you. 35 If you love each other, all men will know you are My followers." [John 13:34-35] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and Seek God this weekend!]

The 252nd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 251st day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 252nd day of 2016, I'm still amazed by all the little things God does throughout the day that whisper "I still love you" . . . ==> "The Lord has done this, and it is marvelous in our eyes. The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad." [Psalm 118:23-24] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and Worship . . .]

The 251st Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 250th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 251st day of 2016, might I remind you again NOT to pray without ceasing so that GOD will hear YOU, but so that YOU will hear GOD . . . ==> "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." [1 Thessalonians 5:16-18] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and Listen . . .]

The 250th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 249th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 250th day of 2016, I encourage you to keep praying for that "something". You may not get what you ask for, but be thankful that God's answers are wiser than your prayers . . . ==> "Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good; Blessed is the man who trusts in Him!" [Psalm 34:8] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and trust God!]

The 249th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 248th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 249th day of 2016, I challenge you again to focus on the unconditional love of God that carries you through every moment of every day . . . ==> "This is real love—not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins." [1 John 4:10] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and enjoy a great week!]

The 246th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 245th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 246th day of 2016, once again I want to wish you a wonderful weekend, filled with everything that increases your joy, sets your heart and mind on Christ Jesus, and keeps you Feeling Good . . . ==> "Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!" [Philippians 4:4] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and enjoy a safe weekend!

The 244th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 243rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 244th day of 2016, I challenge you to remember yesterday, live for today, and trust God for tomorrow . . . ==> “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” [Romans 8:28] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and Praise The Lord!]

The 243rd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 242nd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 243rd day of 2016, please be reminded that one of the most wonderful things about life is called "Today" . . . ==> "This is the day the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it." [Psalm 118:24] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and Praise The Lord!]

The 242nd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 241st day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 242nd day of 2016, if you're still running into walls, here is your moment to rethink EVERYthing and start over. "In the beginning, GOD!" . . . ==> "Bring the calf that is fat and kill it. Let us eat and be glad. For my son was dead and now he is alive again. He was lost and now he is found . . ." [Luke 15:23-24] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and enjoy this new week!]

The 239th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 238th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 239th day of 2016, be reminded that true faith involves walking in the footsteps of the One Who walked on water, knowing that He's there to rescue you . . . ==> "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you. When you pass through the rivers, they will not flow over you . . ." [Isaiah 43:2a] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and seek God this weekend!]

Blessings - Laura Story

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 237th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 238th day of 2016, I really need you to believe that no matter what kinda hell seems to be ruling your life today, God is still in complete control . . . ==> "For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.” [Psalm 30:5] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God!]

The 237th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 236th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 237th day of 2016, my faith is still strengthened by what I see Him doing in the lives of others . . . ==> “I will lift up my eyes to the hills— From whence comes my help? My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth.” [Psalm 121:1-2] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God!]

The 235th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 234th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 235th day of 2016, realizing that I've had a lot of smiles and a lot of tears throughout my life, I look back over everything, and also realize how strong of a presence God has been through it all . . . ==> "Through the Lord’s mercies we are not consumed, Because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning; Great is Your faithfulness." [Lamentations 3:22-23] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful week!]

The 232nd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 231st day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 232nd day of 2016, might I suggest to you that what lies before you is not nearly as great as the power behind you . . . ==> "You are of God, little children, and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world." [1 John 4:4] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful weekend!]

The 231st Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 230th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 231st day of 2016, I challenge you to trust God today, knowing that His answers are wiser than your prayers . . . ==> "But as for me, I trust in You, O Lord; I say, 'You are my God.'" [Psalm 31:14] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a great day!]

The 229th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 228th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 229th day of 2016, don't you think He deserves NEW praises for the NEW mercies He's showering on you today? . . . ==> "Oh, sing to the Lord a new song! For He has done marvelous things." [Psalm 98:1a] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a great day!]

The 228th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 227th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 228th day of 2016, I believe that God's love for me is enough. That alone keeps me loving my neighbor as myself . . . ==> "So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other." [John 13:34] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful week!]

The 225th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 224th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 225th day of 2016, I still find great pleasure in telling you all I can about my Redeemer, my Savior, and my Friend . . . ==> “. . .The most important thing is that I complete my mission, the work that the Lord Jesus gave me—to tell people the Good News about God's grace." [Acts 20:24] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful weekend!]

The 224th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 223rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 224th day of 2016, I'm reminded that Abraham Lincoln once said, "I have been driven many times to my knees by the overwhelming conviction that I had nowhere else to go.". . . ==> ". . . Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning." [Psalm 30:5] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a great day!]

The 223rd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 222nd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 223rd day of 2016, I pray for you a Wonderful Day, and encourage you to keep your head high, no matter what comes your way . . . ==> "I will lift up my eyes to the hills— From whence comes my help? My help comes from the LORD, Who made heaven and earth." [Psalm 121:1-2] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a great day!]

The 222nd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 221st day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 222nd day of 2016, is He worthy of your Praise and Worship even when all seems lost? . . . ==> "If we are thrown into the fire, our God Whom we serve is able to save us from it. . . . But even if He does not . . . [Daniel 3:17-18a] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a great day!]

The 221st Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 220th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 221st day of 2016, I want to challenge you to walk just a little bit closer to the Lord this week . . . ==> "One thing I ask of the LORD, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the LORD and to seek Him in His temple." [Psalm 27:4] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful week!]

"Forever" By Kari Jobe

~ . . . I've been thinking . . .
Trust in the Lord with all your heart.
Even the wind and the waves
Still recognize His Name.
(. . . So I've Been Thinking . . .)

The 218th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 217th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 218th day of 2016, I don't know how I could face another day without knowing that He's constantly by my side . . . ==> "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me;" [Psalm 23:4] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect glorious weekend!]

The 216th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 215th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 216th day of 2016, I have discovered what is most important to God! If you want to find it, then run and take a look in a mirror! . . . ==> “This is love: not that [you] loved God, but that He loved [you] and sent His Son as an atoning sacrifice for [your] sins." [1 John 4:10] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a blessing!]

The 215th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 214th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 215th day of 2016, I'm reminding myself that worse than committing the sin, is knowing the man who then watches me from my bathroom mirror . . . ==> "...He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; . . . And by His stripes we are healed.." [Isaiah 53:5] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a blessing!]

The 214th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 213th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 214th day of 2016, might I remind you that the more problems you have, the more opportunities you have to see God at work in your life . . . ==> "But from there you will seek the Lord your God, and you will find Him if you seek Him with all your heart and with all your soul." [Deuteronomy 4:29] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and have a great week!]

The 211th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 210th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 211th day of 2016, might I again suggest to you that true faith involves taking a step in faith, even when you can't see the staircase . . . ==> ". . . for there is no other Name given under heaven by which we must be saved." [Acts 4:12] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and have a SAFE weekend!]

The 210th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 209th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 210th day of 2016, I just want to remind you that when you can't see His hand in your situation, then trust His heart . . . ==> "Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” [Isaiah 41:10] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and be someone's blessing!]

So Badly Missing You Already . . .

~ . . . So I've been feeling . . .
My heart surrounds my remaining siblings this afternoon
As we bid my brother "Rest In His Arms".
So blessed I am right now that I work alone,
And can allow myself to be human for a while . . .
(. . . So I've Been Feeling . . .)

The 209th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 208th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 209th day of 2016, I'm thankful for having been given 209 days so far this year, through sunshine and rain, to share with you the source of my joy. He loves ME, and I love YOU . . . ==> "I have told you these things so My joy may be in you and your joy may be full.” [John 15:11] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God.]

"Wings From Home"

The 207th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 206th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 207th day of 2016, I can't even find the words to express how I feel simply knowing that God loves even me . . . ==> "One thing I have desired of the Lord, That will I seek: That I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life," [Psalm 27:4] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God.]

The 203rd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 202nd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 203rd day of 2016, in times of struggle I ask you again, when you're doing all you can to hold on to God, are you really holding on to HIM? Or is HE holding on to YOU? . . . ==> "For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you." [Isaiah 41:13] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God.]

The 202nd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 201st day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 202nd day of 2016, ask yourself: "Is my relationship with God strong enough that He could trust me with trouble and still count on my testimony?" . . . ==> "Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him. Even so, I will defend my own ways before Him." [Job 13:15] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God.]

The 197th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 196th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 197th day of 2016, I remind you that no matter how far you've gone down the path, when you find that it's the WRONG path, turn around . . . ==> "Restore us, O Lord, and bring us back to you again! Give us back the joys we once had!" [Lamentations 5:21] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a glorious weekend!]

The 196th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 195th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 196th day of 2016, I invite you once again to celebrate the joy of living by letting people know that you're alive. GET UP, GET OUT, and LIVE OUT LOUD!! . . . ==> "Shout joyfully to the Lord, all the earth; Break forth in song, rejoice, and sing praises." [Psalm 98:4] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect an UNexpected blessing!]

The 195th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 194th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 195th day of 2016, again I challenge you to give Him praise for what He has done, what He is doing, and for what He is about to do . . . ==> "I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul shall make its boast in the Lord; The humble shall hear of it and be glad." [Psalm 34:1-2] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect an UNexpected blessing!]

The 194th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 193rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 194th day of 2016, I'll remind you that as you live in a world so wonderful, know that you (yes, YOU) are wonderful to me . . . ==> "I praise [God] because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; and [His] works are wonderful, I know that full well." [Psalm 139:14] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and be someone's blessing!]

The 193rd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 192nd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 193rd day of 2016, it brings me to tears knowing that the same God who created the sun, moon, and stars looked around and felt the world needed me, too...==> "I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well.” [Psalm 139:14] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God this week!]

The 190th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 189th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 190th day of 2016, I need you to believe that no matter what kinda hell seems to be ruling your life today, God is still in complete control . . . ==> "For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.” [Psalm 30:5] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God this weekend!]

The 189th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 188th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 189th day of 2016, God continues to prove my faith in Him to be a sure thing, even when life is not so good! Come worship Him with me. And bring your "Yet Praise". . . ==> "Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God." [Psalm 42:5] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God!]

The 188th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 187th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 188th day of 2016, I gotta remind you again that our Savior is always just as close as the mention of His Name . . . ==> "The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call upon Him in truth." [Psalm 145:18] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a great day!]

HERE IN YOUR PRESENCE - NEW LIFE WORSHIP

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 186th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, Twitter, and FB! On this 187th day of 2016, I want to wish all of you a wonderful week, filled with everything that increases your joy, and sets your heart and mind on Christ . . . ==> "Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!" [Philippians 4:4] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a great week!]

The 183rd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 182nd day. Good morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 183rd day of 2016, I challenge you to live life in a way that makes those around you thirsty for Christ . . . ==> “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men." [Matthew 5:13] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and enjoy a safe weekend!]

The 182nd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 181st day. Good morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 182nd day of 2016, I suggest again that your walk with Christ should not be discussed more than it should be revealed . . . ==> "I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God . . ." [Galatians 2:20] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God!]

The 181st Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 180th day. Good morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 181st day of 2016, I need to remind someone that when life seems to be falling apart, it may actually be falling into place. Just keep that SMILE on your FAITH . . . ==> ". . . Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which He will accomplish for you today." [Exodus 14:13a] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect God!]

The 176th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 175th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 176th day of 2016, might I suggest to you again that prayer is when you talk to God, but meditation is when you listen . . . ==> "But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge; I will tell of all your deeds." [Psalm 73:28] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a glorious weekend!]

The 175th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 174th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 175th day of 2016, I remind you that it IS okay to feel beaten and broken at times. But do not add fear to those feelings. Know that God's love for you is always present. . . . ==> "There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves torment. . . ." [1 John 4:18] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful day!]

The 174th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 173rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 174th day of 2016, might I remind you that before you can hold on to God, you've got to be close to God . . . ==> "But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge; I will tell of all your deeds." [Psalm 73:28] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful day!]

The 173rd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 172nd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 173rd day of 2016, I praise God for allowing me to celebrate 19,725 days of life. And I worship Him, knowing that it would not have been possible without Calvary . . . ==> "The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is thy faithfulness." [Lamentations 3:22-23] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a great day!]

The 172nd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 171st day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 172nd day of 2016, once again I want to wish you a beautiful day, filled with everything that increases your joy, sets your heart and mind on Christ Jesus and keeps you SMILING ;) . . . ==> "Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!" [Philippians 4:4] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect wonderful week!]

The 169th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 168th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 169th day of 2016, I believe I would rather be hated for being who I am than loved for being who I am not. Because I am God's masterpiece. His prized possession. And so are you . . . ==> "And God saw everything that he had made, and, behold, it was very good. And the evening and the morning were the sixth day." [Genesis 1:31] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect wonderful weekend!]

The 168th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 167th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 168th day of 2016, might I remind you that there is NO place that God has named "Gone-Too-Far". . . ==> "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." [1 John 1:9] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a blessing!]

The 166th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 165th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 166th day of 2016, God continues to prove my faith in Him to be a sure thing, even when life is NOT so good! Worship Him. And bring your "Yet Praise" . . . ==> "Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God." [Psalm 42:5] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a blessing!]

A Testimony of Faith

My son Hakeem testifies about growing up with Alopecia Areata.
Video recorded June 5, 2016 at St Luke's United Methodist Church in Hickory, NC.
[Also Featuring "Beauty for Ashes" by Shane & Shane]

The 162nd Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 161st day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 162nd day of 2016, I ask you again: When you're doing all you can to hold on to God, are you really holding on to HIM? Or is HE holding on to YOU? . . . ==> "For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you." [Isaiah 41:13] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful weekend!]

The 160th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 159th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 160th day of 2016, when you find that something in this life has knocked you to your knees, might I remind you that for the Christian, that's our battle stance . . . ==> "Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us." [Romans 8:37] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a great day!]

The 159th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 158th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 159th day of 2016, as you face another day, I remind you that while God still calms the storms, sometimes He calms His child . . . ==> "He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul . . ." [Psalm 23:2-3a] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a great day!]

The 158th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 157th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 158th day of 2016, I'm thanking God for all He's done and continues to do in YOUR life. Yes, it even blesses me to see that God is blessing YOU! . . . ==> “Oh, sing to the LORD a new song! For He has done marvelous things; His right hand and His holy arm have gained Him the victory.” [Psalm 98:1] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful week!]

June 4th, 2016

~ . . . Just a reminder . . .
When I say I'm "Christian",
I'm not referring to my religion.
I'm referring to my Relationship . . .
(. . . Just A Simple Reminder . . .)

The 154th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 153rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 154th day of 2016, can I just remind you that the one thing Blind Bartimaeus [Mark 10:46-52] COULD see was that there was a God nearby who could change things . . . ==> "I have told you these things so you may have peace in Me. In the world you will have much trouble. But take heart, for I have overcome the world!" [John 16:33] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a terrific day!]

The 151st Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 150th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 151st day of 2016, might I remind you that running away from God is evidence that He is first and foremost chasing after you. He loves you. Turn around . . . ==> "Open your mouth and taste, open your eyes and see how good God is. Blessed are you who run to Him." [Psalm 34:8 (MSG)] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful week!]

May 28th, 2016

~ . . . Something to think about . . .
Thank God for those friends
Who literally love you
With all that they have . . .
(. . . Just Something To Think About . . .)

The 148th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 147th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 148th day of 2016, might I remind you that my greatest joy is more often recognized as I watch God at work in the lives of others . . . ==> "For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him." [Philippians 2:13] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a glorious weekend!]

The 147th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 146th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 147th day of 2016, someone needs to be reminded that God didn't pick you up just so you could run back to the same thing that knocked you down . . . ==> "God does all these things to a person— twice, even three times— to turn them back from the pit, that the light of life may shine on them." [Job 33:29-30] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful day!]

The 145th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 144th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 145th day of 2016, I'm totally amazed at the fact that I am constantly being chased by the love of God . . . ==> "Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever." [Psalm 23:6] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful day!]

The 144th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 143rd day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 144th day of 2016, don't spend so much time talking about what you've been through. Instead, praise God because you MADE IT through! . . . ==> "But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace toward me was not in vain" [1 Corinthians 15:10a] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful week!]

Saturday, May 21, 2016

~ . . . So I Was Wondering . . .
Is your relationship with God strong enough
That He could allow chaos in your life,
And still count on your testimony? . . .
(. . . So I Was Wondering . . .)

The 141st Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 140th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 141st day of 2016, I'm still living in the reality that the desires of my heart are nothing more and nothing less than the desires HE has for my life. . . ==> "Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He shall give you the desires of your heart." [Psalm 37:4] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a wonderful weekend!]

The 140th Day . . .

~ . . . So the evening and the morning were the 139th day. Good Morning, Blogger, G+1, and FB! On this 140th day of 2016, I need to remind you that when life seems to be falling apart, it may actually be falling into place. Just let go, then let God . . . ==> "He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty." [Psalm 91:1] [And as you RESPECT and LOVE one another as hard as you can, PLEASE play nice, PRAY for one another, Watch, Wait, and expect a beautiful day!]