A Good Word for a Monday Morning
Hey, Darling Siestas! I'm back at my desk at Living Proof Ministries, Melissa is back at hers in Atlanta, and AJ and her family are about to board a plane and head home from vacation. Hallelujah! Whatever this wild family's normal is, we're happily returning to it. I have not seen my baby girl in two and a half months, a near-record for us, and she's heading from Atlanta to Houston on Wednesday. We have an in-house ministry thing she's coming to attend as well as Miss Annabeth Ellen Jones's baby dedication at our church. We are looking so forward to our family all being back together again. If I don't get those grandbabies back in my arms soon, there's gonna be heck to pay.
Actually, I could have kept all that family news to myself except that I had you on my mind, particularly in view of some heavy things I've read in the last 24 hours. I just thought I'd share a verse with you that I have right in front of me today at my desk. And, yes, jotted down on an index card. And, no, it's not a memory verse (yet). Just an encouragement verse and I wondered if somebody could use it today. It's Psalm 94:18-19 out of the New English Translation:
If I say, "My foot is slipping," Your loyal love, O Lord, supports me. When worries threaten to overwhelm me, Your soothing touch makes me HAPPY."
If perchance worries are threatening to overwhelm you this Monday morning, I pray that You will sense His soothing touch...and it will make you purely happy. Maybe even giddy. We could use some giddy today.
I love you, Siestas. Take heart! Jesus has overcome the world!
posted by Beth @ 11:09 AM
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228 Comments:
Thank you. I needed to read that right this very minute.
Beth,
That verse was exactly what I needed to hear today. I was well on my way to an all out bratty fit on an issue and that has stopped me in my tracks. Thanks for sharing the verse.
Jennifer
Spring Hill, TN
This message was for me and the second time today someone has unaware given me an encouraging word about worrying. My youngest son is separated from his wife and toddler son because of old destructive habits reoccurding and I have surgery planned in 3 weeks. I feel overwhelmed
I have never seen that verse before and I love it. "My foot is slipping." How often I feel like that, then He comes along beside me and supports me so I don't fall. Yes, His touch makes me HAPPY indeed.
Dear Beth, I love reading your blog. I am so thankful that your little family will be back together, especially for that wonderful celebration. We had ours yesterday at my church. I have 9 grandbabies under 5 and they are sooooo speical. I know how you feel, missing them. I love you. Shelya
Thanks for the verse, Beth. I wonder, is it a sin to be unhappy? I've been overwhelmed with so many things lately and a lot of bad news. I can't remember the last time I was just all-out happy.
I think I'll write that verse down.
I sure love you, Beth!
Shelli in Fort Worth, Texas
Hi Beth,
I have been overwhelmed with emotions from reading those letters. I told Melana I had pasted them into a Word document so I can read them a few at a time.
I could definitely use me some good giddiness today!
Love,
Adrienne
In the worst ironic twist on Mother's Day ever, I miscarried my first pregnancy yesterday. This verse was perfectly timed, Beth. Thank you.
What a comfort....as always...thank you!!!!!! My husband is getting his PET scan results today at 3:00. He has stage 3 lung cancer and finished treatments mid-February. Love to all of you!
p.s. Have been reading the Jewish Book of Why....really interesting!
Michelle
This is one of my memory verses and I LOVE IT!! The version you gave us is a little different tho...and it was exactly what I needed to hear. :) ...HAPPY!! This morning I was feeling overwhelmed about alot of nothin'...I asked God to give me eyes to see all that should be making me excited about the week, instead of all the details that were making me feel heavy about the week. My foot was slipping...but oh yes, Your unfailing love ALWAYS supports me Lord...thank you Jesus!
And thank you that these three sweet mentors of mine are going to be all together this week!!! I think I can speak for all of us Siestas...there's about to be bunches of HAPPY moments in Beth's nest this week!!
...I loved "Feathers From My Nest :)
Praise God from whom ALL blessings flow!!!!
Thank you for your keen sensitivity to the Holy Spirit! My dear friend and I were busy this am encouraging each other to press on - some days the heaviness of the hour and the crushing needs of those around us - as near as beloved family members - can simply be overwhelming. But just as our LORD walked "amongst it" so can we, by His strength and in His love. Thank you dear Beth to having your ear so close to His heart. I love you dear friend and sister.
Beverly
Pearland, TX
I vote for giddy!
Love that verse, and looking right now to see if it is in my index cards..if so, I need that thing out where I can see it!
Have a blessed day, and so happy that you will soon have your family around you, including them beautiful babies!!
Thank you for the verse- I love it- I too will index - will use to pray as promise from the Lord and in ministry to others. Love the wording-maybe that is why I never saw before in kjv.
I too was struck by the heaviness of yesterdays blog responses , which reminded me not only to pray for those in difficult situations but also to be more thankful for my godly upbringing and mother as my mentor and friend.
to anonymous~
I am so sad for your loss. Seventeen years ago I lost my first baby on Mother's Day. I'm praying for you today.
Traci
Thanks for the encouraging word. It is certainly needed in these difficult times we live in. So glad your family will be all together this week. I so love to pray for ya'll 'cause I know ya'll pray for all us siestas.
No doubt I wouldn't be the only one to need that verse today. :) My soul drinks in that Living Word. Amen and Amen.
Can you tell us the address of the Two Belles web site?
oh I love that verse and I love Jesus so much. The Lord named me hope for a reason because He sure is my hope and the anchor of my soul. I love you all so much!!!
Very timely, thank you so much Beth :)
Love those verses. In fact, it was one of my memory verses last month!
His steadfast love holds me up,
allyson
Thanks so much for sharing that verse. We found out last week that our adopted daughter's birthmom is expecting again and she wants us to have the baby. The only thing is that we don't have to finances right now to adopt him...yes, it's a boy...as we are still paying off the first adoption. We are praying that if it's God's will that we have the baby, He will provide miraculously. May I keep my eyes on Him and Him only. Nothing is too big for Him!
Thank you, Beth. What a beautiful verse. It has got May 15th written all of it for me. Well, actually, I need it so much right now, I may have to start my next memory verse a little early. :)
I love when I hear a verse and say to myself, "That's in there, too? Why don't I remember that?!!!"
Hello ladies,
I had the most wonderful experience yesterday at church and I have to tell you about it.
During the worship service at the church I've been attending, there was a dedication to mothers, a family dedication, AND a wedding ceremony! Yes, an actual wedding during the service. Forgive me if others have experienced this, but it was totally new for me.
After praise and worship, all the children in the children's ministry handed out roses to all the mothers, then three families (including grandparents) came forward to dedicate their children, and before the sermon, a father walked his daughter down the aisle. The sermon was a beautiful one on the many types of love God allows us to have and then the couple said their vows and we all serenaded them as they walked out, to “Joyful, Joyful”!
The church had a little explanation in the program describing the purpose of the service being held this way. The family unit is what God intended to help us to better understand a relationship with Him, i.e., the unconditional love of a parent to a child and the union of a bride and groom as with us to Jesus Christ. They wanted us as a congregation to see what a greater meaning to Mother's Day really is than just appreciating mom herself....it's appreciating where a mother comes from and where she is going.
Isn't that inspirational? I never thought of having a wedding that way, and now that I've seen the beauty of a wedding ceremony held that way, when and if I ever get married, I want to celebrate the bigger picture of what a ministry I am truly entering.
God bless you ladies,
Tamara
Glory be, Beth! Thank you so much for recognizing this need today. My heart was pretty much in pieces after reading the mother letters from fellow siestas, and for sure we needed some "giddy time!"
Yaaay :) :) :)
I just love how God always gives you just the perfect thing to share!
My heart just broke and I cried so many tears for my Siestas yesterday... you are right that was some heavy stuff... I am so sorry girls... I prayed for you... and had you all right by my heart!
Praying that you will feel His delight in you today!
Would treasure some giddy today too! : )
Thank you for providing a timely word this morning! :) May He bless you richly and abundantly!!
That was for me. bless you. I need to get HAPPY because it seems like just yesterday darkeness has clouded me all around.
The verse is written out and taped to my computer. May His Word pit me up out of a pit of saddness.
Thanks for the verse. Nothing overwhelming today, but it is Monday and I had a hard time getting going this morning and into the swing of things at work.
I love you siesta and am thankful your family will be back together soon.
Namaste,
Mary Ann, Woodbury, MN
Thank you. My college age son is staying at school this summer to work. We moved him to an apartment yesterday. He is only an hour away but it feels much farther. While we were driving there yesterday I listened to my ipod with your son-in-laws message about worry and now today you post this Bible Verse. God knows what I need to hear. I will write this verse out and carry it with me. Thanks again!
Cindy
I needed some 'happy' today. Praying that others I know will receive some happiness from the Lord in the most blessed ways.
Praying for you
With love,
Kim . . . who is
Grafted by Grace
Oh,how our Lord is "personally providential" (I think someone real smart wrote that, and I just read it this morning :) We just got about 10 inches of rain in the last week and my husband is a farmer...this wet weather has the potential to destroy our livelihood, so worry is definitely threatening to overcome us, but the Lord offers happiness instead!
Thanks for the encouragement! It was just what I needed!
Thank you for sharing this encouraging Word today!!
I was feeling pretty bad last night and I poured my heart out to God last night and immediately God began to give me verse after verse to encourage me and He continues today! I agree with you, I need giddy today and I pray that for each Siesta who needs it to!!
So happy that your family will be back together soon!! I am sure the day will not end without you holding your precious grandchildren. That makes me smile. I still have teaching tapes from you where you say, one day I am going to have me some grandbabies. :) God is Good!
Also, I am sure their will be shopping to do with your sweet daughters this week! Talk about giddy!!
Love you,
Patty
Is it normal to be so happy for your family??? When you and your family rejoice, I rejoice along with you :)
When I count my blessings in my life you are right at the top of my list Beth..
Thank you... Kim
About ten minutes ago, I'd just said, "God, I need some kind of word today."
This was it. Thanks, Beth.
Giddy gets my vote this Monday. That verse is awesome, slipping feet how often do I feel that way and now I know how to fight it..
Thanks for your encouragment and willingness to walk life with us!!
Have Happy(Giddy)Monday:)
I did indeed need that verse today. Thanks for always being so intune with the Holy Spirit!
I am right with you on the grandbaby sugar. Oh, I need that sugar on a regular basis.
Have a great day,
Beth
To anonymous:
I too have miscarried a child. I'm truly sorry for your loss and deeply wish I could hug you right now. May the Lord reveal His deep love to you in a way you've never experienced before as you walk this journey of grief. Please know in your heart that this loss is NOT your fault. There is nothing you did to cause it and nothing you could've done to prevent it. Check out mend.org. It is a Christian organization for mothers who have endured loss.
Thinking of you,
Marcella
Crosby, TX
Sylvia,
Just wanted to send you a note of encouragement today. I know what it is to be so overwhelmed with things that are going on that are out of our control. I will be praying for you and your son/son's family.
Keep your eyes on Jesus. He is our Creator and He will uphold us in our time of trouble.
Beth
Amen!
I needed that verse too. I have been so down lately. Wondering why God's plan for me hurts so much and trying to find the joy He calls us to have in the midst of difficulties. I feel so beaten down and so discouraged at relationship problems in our family. I have a brand new grandbaby that I don't get to see because of issues with my daughter. Breaks my heart.
Oh, thank you so much, Beth - I am past "nearly overwhelmed" to almost completely overwhelmed. Thank you so very much for reminding us of His reassuring words.
Susan
Lubbock, TX
Soothing words to my fearful heart this morning. I love your sold-out commitment to His Word and Truth! And I just love you!!!
Caroline
Vancouver, WA
What timing.....thank you, Beth. I needed that exact verse right now!! I was awake much of the night (worrying & crying) & feeling like I was "slipping" under the weight of some difficult issues. Thank you for that reminder about God's supporting love and His soothing touch!! What a beautiful picture....thanks!
Love the scripture!! Thanks, Beth! So glad that y'all will all be together soon!! Then, you can re-celebrate Mother's Day!
Hugs,
Susan
I so enjoyed following Melissa's trip to India--wow! Her sweet stories and pics had me in tears.
Thank you Beth for listening when God speaks. I'm soaking the encouraging words in! God is moving in our lives and last week He answered a prayer in an amazing way.
We are Pastoring a struggling little church and God just keeps reaffirming to us that He is in control no matter what people say or do. You know ministry would be easy if people would lay down their own agendas for HIS...and if they didn't eat their Pastor for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and then spit him out! My husband is discouraged but God is granting encouragment in HIS timely fashion as He always comes thru and never leaves us!
By the way I just have to say that tomorrow we will be celebrating our 19th wedding anniversary and this has to be among one of the hardest years we have had in our 19 years of ministry together...but PRAISE GOD He has walked through it with us!
Love you Beth!
Shawna
God never fails to use His word to touch me. And oh boy do I need this verse this morning. If you could see our house and bank account! LOL!
Thank you Beth for your encouragement.
To Anonymous who lost her precious baby...My heart hurts for you! I have been there. Please know I am saying a prayer for you!
YES!!! Feeling very weary here and so thank for all who pray for me!
And thank you Jesus for this encouraging Word today!
I need some giddy today. I am so sad and hurt. Having a hard time today believing that I am who God says I am. I am going to write this one down in my memory verse binder. Thanks.
Don't know how you could possibly know how much I needed that verse today of all days in my life. Thank you so much and yes it will be my next memory verse. Thank you so much for helping us remember that our Awesome Father is always there to help us no matter how bad the situation!
Have a blessed week and fun family time!
GG2002
Thank you.
a funny thing happened on the way to scripture memorization. I find myself "accidentally" memorizing "extra" scripture. (what on earth is this world coming to?) :) This is another word that I will tuck into my heart. Because yes ma'am, He sure does make me HAPPY!
I just read the blog from May 9th and when I got to the end and read He is IT, I laughed out loud. I had the sweet opportunity to pray at a baby shower a few weeks ago. I stumbled and stuttered trying to come up with the word I wanted to use to describe who God was to those of us in the room. All I could say is God you are IT over and over again. Afterwards I thought are you kidding, IT is all you could come up with? He is our all in all, He is awesome, beyond all measure, etc. But Beth you are right, He is IT!! God gave me the perfect words for that gathering. Thanks for making my day.
Love you dearly Bible Lady,
Sandy
Can I ever relate. I went through Mother's Day feeling like a fraud. I could think only of all my failures as a mom. My husband and I have a sweet child who brings us many challenges due to some learning disorders, and other issues, and we have very little support. There are times when I can worry myself sick over all I am unable to do, and feel so far from accomplishing anything of real worth. Worry overtakes my heart.
Thankyou for the reminder that God is always there for me. What a blessed thought and comfort.
Thank you Beth - I needed that! I have a masters degree in worrying -
I love it when the God of the universe sends someone I never met to a deliver a word to me! He is awesome. Beth, thanks for being his servant.
Thank you for this verse. It went straight to my heart and refreshed me!
XOXOXO
Amen ~~ I am all about giddy today as I scrub toliets and vacuum floors =) Smiling as I go!!!
Have a Blessed Monday,
Dawn in MO
Beth,
Thanks for the verse! My older brother is a pilot in the Army and is being deployed to Afghanistan for one year. He has a wife and four children under the age of eight. This is his second tour in Afghanistan, but my heart is slowly sinking as we draw near to his departure date. I know better than to worry, for God's arm is not too short to save, but there are moments when I am gripped with fear. Thank the LORD for HIS TRUTH!
Love this verse. :) I'm just distracted this morning! Can't quite focus on anything...summer fever maybe??? I just know that I need to get flat on the floor and be quiet for a few minutes!!!!
Blessings,
steph.
Beth
you sure nailed that one on the head. I sure could use some giddy today honey.
RS Nashville
No matter the depth of worry or sorrow, it seems the love of God overtakes and soothes the deepest and freshest of wounds! In the middle of our storm, He is still worthy of our praise. To God Be The Glory. Even so, it is well with our souls even if wellness takes time.
Lots of love and gratitude for such an uplifting Word.
Thank you for your consistency and obedience Siesta Beth!! :)
Amanda
I have two friends going through horrendous things right now, and it makes me feel dark and helpless for them. Thank you, thank you for the reminder.
Giddy is good!!!
Hey Hey, siestas, in blogland -
Here's to our kids that have graduated this month or will graduate this month.
To the k-5ers
The 6-graders
The high school grads
And the collage graduates.
hats off to all of ya'll!.......
and to my baby girl who kicked acidemic hiney and took acidemic name, that's my girl! I love you!
Thank you Dear Heavenly Father for the babies you have given me. Oh Father will you please put your protetive arms around all our Siesta babies grown and not grown alike.
Thank you Father in Jesus wonderful precious name I pray. - Amen
Becky
Those were my memory verses on April 15, as a matter of fact...but I chose the Message version and learned verses 17-19... Here's what 17 says in the Message, "If God hadn't been there for me, I never would have make it!" That is the story of my life! There's no way I would have made it this long - on this planet - without Him!
Beth,
Thanks for the update on everyone! It makes us feel like we're a part of your family too. We are enjoying a nephew home on leave from the Air Force for a couple of weeks!He brings his dog, Indy, to visit our dog,Sadie, and they tear around the yard together.It is so funny to watch the two together. Well, I pray you keep your "happy" & "giddy" for a good long while! God blesses me with "happy" moments so I can get through the rougher ones. He is SO good to me! I love you, Joan
Thank you so much for that verse. I'm was having a typical Monday and that lifted me up. Then my oldest son just came in with the results from his THEA test and he aced it!!!! We've prayed and prayed over that and God is soooo awesome!!! My day did a complete 360! Love you Beth! Thank you for all you do to keep us motivated in the word of our Heavenly Father!
Siesta in Jesus Christ,
Tishira
After a long night with a sick one and then the pediatrician this morning (strep and antibiotics) I could use some giddy from God right about now!
Don't you think for one minute that He doesn't use you daily on our behalf!
Thank you for listening to His voice and bringing His Word to fall fresh on us!
In love,
Donna (the mom of twin boys)
Great verse for today - I just received my "laid off" notice. Thanks, Beth, the Lord always leads you give us just the right verse at just the right time.
Carolyn
North Carolina
Thanks, Beth! You're timing--oh,I think it's really His timing :-)is always perfect. Thank you for listening to Him and being there for us when we need a perfect Word to get us back on track.
'Lovin everything about life!
Bobbie
Oh, they SOOOO dooo overwhelm at times. I have had a long week of worries on so many fronts...including for my kids, my momma and my dear sister/friend.
He cares, doesn't he? He knows..He sees...he is moving?
Jesus has overcome! Thanks, Beth for all your encouragement. I love you!
Dear Beth,
The Holy Spirit knew that many of us would check in to your Blog today hoping for a word from God and because of your obedience we got it!
I so struggle with wanting to please God, but instead of letting HIM do it through me, I try to figure out on my own how HE wants me to do it instead of listening to Him. He will show me if I let Him.
Again, I surrendered to HIS way to heal my deep pain from divorce and to use me to HIS glory.
Loving you!
Yesterday's blog was rough, wasn't it? I had to come back many times to read the entries. Just too hard to take it all in, at one sitting. My heart was breaking a bit more after each reading...either because they were so darn sweet or sadly...because of so much pain.
Thank-you for that verse Beth. Looks like one I'll be adding to my spiral notebook, very soon.
And speaking of very soon...We (Miesta Moose and I) will be seeing you and OTHER Siestas in 11 days. Watch out Laramie!!!
Blessings on you, MY Bible Lady! and your sweet family too!
Melana in Wyoming
I do receive "giddy"...and thank-you for the encouragement. Had a good prayer time with the Father this morning, He is so sweet to let us just talk it out with Him; and then He comes along and adds this beautiful verse...oh my!!
To our sister who lost her baby yesterday...I'm so so sorry. I know that pain. And it can threaten to overtake you...but it WILL NOT! Allow yourself to grieve the loss of your child and gain strength from the God of All Comfort. God Bless you dear siesta.
Melana
O my, My foot slippeth,but thy mercy O Lord....
He knew ,the Lord just knew I was going to have a hateful thought about that driver who knew construction had narrowed 2 lanes to one in our town and he kept pushing to get up ahead and thinking someone will let him in....You all know what my hateful thought was... well let him have to set there till we are all past and fall in behind us.... Like jumping the lunch line....
O Lord forgive me and sanctify my attitude ,cleanse me from my secret faults O Lord..
Maybe he needed to get to school to pick up a sick kid or something.
Thank you for sharing this today.
Elsie <><
I am overwhelmed right now and have asked God to take it from me and work things out for me. This scripture is very welcome to me. God bless you, dear Beth.
Your sister in Christ ( and a distant relative! ), Diane
Thank you. I know you will understand when I explain that our "grandog", Border Collie Maggie, is in emergency surgery right now for a serious uterine infection. God's goodness is my blanket of comfort today, covering many things.
you have no idea how much i needed that
Beth,
Thank you so much for the word of encouragment!! I am facing some changes in my job due to costs and it has me in a worrisome state. Psalm 94:18-19 lifted my spirits. I call these "God things". Thank you again.
oh thank you Mama Beth, this is exactly what I needed to hear....the journey of late has not been easy. Thanks for much for haring.
hugs
Tammy S.
ahhhh yes. THAT is what was missing from my day.
thank you.
yes. that verse was much needed. I have walked around with a heavy heart for 4 days after learning of a good friend's child being diagnosed with Neuroblastoma (cancer). She's 17-months, a month younger than my Kenzie and my heart is overwhelmed with sadness. her biopsy and bone marrow removal was this morning. we have all been waiting not-so-patiently for her to be back in her room. i will be heading up there this evening and bringing this verse right along with me.
thanks.
love to you all at LPM.
to anonyomous,
I am lifting you up sweet siesta I am so sorry for your loss. But I know we have a compassionate God who has so much love for us to cling to. Cling to Him and know you are loved even in your grief.
hugs
Tammy S
PS Mama Beth I read someone on here was listeining to Curtis on ipod is that possible and where do I find those and do you comne on ipod.
AMEN! Thanks to the Lord who keeps a loving hand on us thru all the minutes of our day. As He guides us thru the many trials of life, it is so reassurring to know we will make it and He will get the glory. Praise to Him who loves us.
Thank you!
I just saw the NDOP online and you brought a mighty good word Beth!!!
God (period).
Could still cry.
I love ya so much,
Fran
Thank you Beth, I could use a good dose of God's happiness!
"Loyal love" I love that and so needed to hear those words today.
Thank you Beth.
Thank you so much Beth! I have been struggling with my emotions and find it really hard to sense what God is saying to me when I am so low. This scripture touched my heart...i pray that I will be happy and downright giddy very soon!
Amanda
To Carolyn in NC:
I've been in your shoes, having been laid off from an 10+ year job about 18 months ago. I wanted to encourage you that God has already solved this problem in your life. He isn't surprised that this has happened to you. Blessings will come from this situation ... maybe soon, maybe not, but blessings nonetheless. Hang in there!
Beth,
Thank you so much for that word - you don't know how much I needed it. Although I can't really pinpoint "why", I feel so down and discouraged today. Maybe part of it is from the emotional high I've been on lately knowing God is working in my life.
I hear doors creaking open and am excited about the opportunities that may arise, but of course, with those opportunities, there are new challenges.
Thank you for being sensitive to the Spirit and the encouragement that you give me so often.
Love in Christ,
Lynn
That's a great verse. I'm gonna go meditate on it right this minute:)
Praise God....He has overcome the world. A wonderful reminder during these days.
Royana
Dear Beth,
I just have to echo all the others THANK YOU for the sharing the encouraging scripture, and I am happy for you that you will have your family with you this coming weekend. I, too, am looking forward to seeing my daughter.
I have been trying to narrow the verses down and choose the one for this Friday, and then you hadd this one to my list. It is a great one! Thank you again! You are always wonderful!!!
Looking forward to Deeper Still, and to going to your church in January!!!
Sandy
Durant, OK
Thanks so much, Beth. I am currently dealing with one of the hardest things I've had to go through in a long time. Each word from the Lord is a soothing balm. I would go down and out without it. I love you and your heart for Jesus. Roseanna from Bloomington, Indiana xoxoxo
Wow! Just the verse I needed to read this Monday afternoon! :) God bless you all and the wonderful ministry that you have for Christ! :)
thanks for the shot of encouragement.
Sadly, I'm behind on my memory verses & this could be "the one" for May 1.
Thank you!
I work with abandoned/ abused girls. As I read the post from yesterday, I thought again and again of the verse that I have shared with some of those girls with a broken-but-healing heart. . . the precious passage from Isaiah 49:15:
"Can a mother forget the baby at her breast
and have no compassion on the child she has borne?
Though she may forget,
I will not forget you!"
Amen! Our Abba Father loves us!! Praying for my siestas. . . to know even more deeply the deep transforming love He has for each of you. GRACE and PEACE to you.
Dearest Beth,
Thank you so much for that encouragement. I really need it right now. Tears just won't stop. Life is just so hard. But the Word is so right... JESUS has overcome the world.
Much love,
Sharon, NC
Thanks! I have had some pretty heavy extended family burdens laid on me today and it was nice to remember that He will uphold us - and make us HAPPY! :) He is faithful and he sets captives free! :)
Thanks for the HAPPY words near and dear to my heart on a Monday. Also, will use that verse for my memory work the 15th. Looking forward to the Siesta Memory Verse Celebraton in January, it's keeping me on track. I've never been able to memorize well, but with your tips and encouragement and mostly God's care, I'm making progress!
Praise God!
What a great word. Wish I'd read it 1st thing this morning instead of now as my day winds to a close but that's ok. I'm sure you won't mind if I borrow it and post it on my Facebook page for a while.
:)
Melanie
I wanted to share something with you about your post from a few days ago. . . about the pledge of allegiance. I was in Costa Rica for the 4th of July in 2002. It was a tough time for Americans. . .right after 9/11 and in the midst of a lawsuit/ big controversy about the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Costa Ricans were so kind and compassionate. They held memorials/ tributes for the Americans killed in the attacks, and even developed a beautiful memorial postage stamp that they used there.
On the Fourth of July, we were at a big picnic party sponsored by the US embassy. There was imported American food, games, decorations--so much fun!
Then, there was a serious, poignant ceremony complete with waving flag, national anthem, etc. One of the most sweet memories I carry from that day is of us there beneath the flag, near Marines in dress uniforms, reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. When it got to that line, the crowd spontaneously shouted out together, "UNDER GOD!" I couldn't help the tears in my eyes. . . it was so beautiful! May our wonderful God continue to bless America, and may we BELIEVE HIM and surrender our lives to Him!
Thank you, thank you, thank you. I came to the blog to see if I could find some encouragement. Our feet are slipping and the worries are overwhelming, but He is our support.
Not so much worries overwhelming me as it is the all-out renovation project the Lord is doing in my heart right now. I think He is up to a whole lot of purifying and drawing off the dross and that can be pretty painful.
Thank you for the reminder!! Hope we get to see pictures from the dedication of Miss Annabeth.
Leah
HA! I was going to say thank you, that is exactly what I needed to hear, but it would seem I'm not alone! Isn't that just like God? And, yep, giddy is the word!
Oh Mama Beth-you just don't know...that verse was one of my memory verse's earlier this year and I could just not begin to wrap my head, (or my mouth), around those words...but I think this version will stick!!
Thank you and have a blessed reunion with your babies of all sizes and shapes!!!
Leslie from Utah
P.S. Selfishly looking forward to having you in Wyoming next week :)
Dear Beth,
Thought you and the siestas would like to know that the Saturday before Mother's Day is Birthmother's Day! What a wonderful idea to honor the women who love their babes so much they give them life! Just learned about this on a dear friend's blog, who has the most beautiful family, all adopted.
We are ALL adopted, praise God!
"How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!"
I John 3:1
Thanks for building us up in Christ, making us laugh (!)and sharing your time and family!
Thanks also for sharing so much of your day at NDP celebration(s). Glad you were invited to participat in such a big way! We are so proud of you (in a humble way, of course)!!!
Love,
Kathy
Praise Him! I have been having dreams in the recent past - of things that I hope will not happen! He has overcome the world - we win! Thank you for the reminder - God's Peace.
Mary Ann
Wichita Falls
My Mother-In-Law (who lived several hours away from us; now lives in heaven) when she would get lonesome for her son would call us and say "I just wanna touch ya." She was already on my mind because my husband was lonesome without her on mother's day. Just makes me realize how much we all need that touch from Him!
Thank you Beth Moore (I have a Beth too, so I have to differentiate)! Mother's Day can be so painful for so many. Thank you for your sensitivity to the Holy Spirit.
So glad Melissa is back safely! I loved reading about her journey.
Thank you for that verse! Yesterday was a tough day, but praise the Lord there is laughter after tears.
By they way, love the way you share family stuff with us. It makes you so real and that is what I love most about you and your family! As you say "It may be messy but it's the real thang."
Much love!
Beth, it's good to have you back here in blog world and LPM. Thanks for the verse-I'm just getting to read it but it was for for my soul!carla
Beth,
So timely. Thanks so much! Enjoy your time with your family. :)
Anne in MO
You can find Curtis Jone's podcast on iTunes. Drive thru the Bible. Under podcasts - Religion & Spirituality. There are 3 so far. I listened to The Worthlessness of Worrying. Very good and they are free.
That was perfect. May be my next memory verse. Could really use hanging onto that one!
Peace,
Kim Feth
Apex, NC
Thanks so much for that post. I am incredibly stressed right now with a move, schoolwork & finals, and several extra projects that must be attended to.
Wow I prayed that very thing this morning on my way to work. I didn't know I was praying Psalm 94:18-19 but I was and when I went to lunch I thanked God for answering that prayer. My worries did threaten to overwhelm me but I felt so at peace all morning (and afternoot too. Isn't our God sweet!
Love you and sure glad you are back!
Claudia
On top of what our guest speaker from Mali spoke on (going to Moab instead of The House of Bread-Bethlehem in the famine), this word is what I needed.
Thank you, Beth.
it's nearly 5 o'clock. Two years ago at 5 o'clock my brother left his work. He was to get his son at my parents home. Instead he was in a car wreck and died. It's been two years and the pain is still there. Not as painful, but painful all the same.
Dear Beth,
Psalm 94:18,19 has been a favorite of mine since my days of panic disorder. I would replace the word “foot” with “mind” when I prayed. I thought you’d get a kick out of knowing that after doing a few of your Bible studies, I looked up the Hebrew word for mercy (KJV says mercy instead of love) in verse 18. What I found just thrilled me: ‘hesed--…The quality of the kindness shown is usually that reserved for close friends and family members. Presupposes the existence of a relationship between the parties involved, but where no formal relationship has been previously recognized, the person exercising “hesed” has chosen to treat the recipient as if such a relationship did exist.’ (Old Testament Lexical Aids—The Complete Word Study of the Old Testament). That’s what God did for me. God chose to treat me as His child when I cried out to Him, even though I had not recognized our relationship or made it a priority for many years. Praise God for His mercy that never fails!
Oh thank you so much for that verse!
Thank you Beth!! I love the verse...jus love the blog! So many seem to have needed that one today. Beth, "A Good Word for a Monday Morning" may be a keeper of an idea! What do you think?
Fran
Gulf Shores, AL
Thank you for being obedient to God when He placed that in your heart to share these verses with us. I needed that.
Michelle, Manassas, VA
Beth,
Thank you for loving us like you do! I do love that you love us and know that we love you SO! :)
Susan in OKC
Beth-
Thanks for the verse today...I read it at nearly 5:30 PM and it will take me through my evening, and to bed tonight (where worries tend to prosper). My firstborn (26 and single) is going to have a baby. There have been so many times as I've cried that I wanted to "call and talk to Beth". It wasn't supposed to be this way! And yet, I read about you sweet ladies who have suffered miscarriage...and I am so sorry for not feeling total joy in anticipation for this sweet little baby. What a precious gift!
Sometimes the way God works things just makes so little sense to us in our limited little minds. I wish I could understand sometimes.
Thanks for listening to the quiet voice Beth, and for sharing it with us...sometimes it is just what we need to hear.
ChattieKathy
Will be my next memory verse! Thanks Beth . . .
To the siesta who lost the baby - am joining the other siestas in praying for you. I am so sorry.
To the siesta who got the "pink slip" - you are being prayed for also!
And Beth - maybe yesterday's blog post did not turn out the way you might have envisioned, BUT GOD . . . after reading all the posts and crying with everyone else, I sense a whole bunch of we siestas (who posted anon) are a lot farther down the journey path toward freedom - which elicits an AMEN! I pray that your heart dear Beth is not heavy from all the burden sharing.
I have been reading your blog for quite some time now, and I finally got a blog so I can comment!!!! You have really been an inspiration in my life and don't even know it! :)
Beth, Thank you for the verse. A lot going on at my house. Nothing bad all good, it just will take some major adjusting for this momma. Not to mention being 50. No the age does not bother me, it is all that goes with it. but I have a great husband and wonderful kids, salvation, and a God who loves me.
Glad your family will be all together again and life will be back to normal for you. Please don't worry about all the family stuff. I really enjoy that kind of stuff. Along the family lines of things I would be grateful if you all would pray for me this summer as I adjust to having just two kids at home instead of four. I have two going away to work at a summer camp this summer and then the two oldest going away to school next fall. Thanks Kim B. in AZ
You have no idea just how much that was needed this morning. Did you just feel a need to pray for the Siestas?? Cause I think that is awesome...but of course it is awesome because we serve an AWESOME God!!!
Thanks Beth for the timely word!All I could think about since this morning is that I am too stressed to be blessed. I so needed to hear those words of encouragement.I was just about to have me a good ole fashion fit! Instead I decided to get a big glass of chocolate milk(think I drank it too fast) and get online...glad that I did. People should know better than to mess with a teacher the last few weeks of school!And it's not really the kids...they have been great for the most part. It's everything else. Gotta Go...it's tattle to God time. Thanks again for the word.
Beth,
I wanted to say "Happy Mother's Day, MamaSiesta!" to you yesterday, but the biological format discouraged me and I didn't want to leave a negative post on that subject.
Normally, holidays are difficult for me, but yesterday was encouraging. Saturday, a wonderful lady who is my spiritual mother, best friend, and mentor, took me out to breakfast where we had a 2 hour conversation. She provided great wisdom and counsel on some things that had been bothering me lately.
I'd love to share the whole story, but in the interest of space, I'll just say that God worked through that connection along with my pastor's message yesterday and my final paper (3rd semester of seminary) to give me a revelation of some important things.
After a season, no, it has been a climate - a lifetime of depression, lack of self-worth, and a pile of related issues, one verse that spoke to me was 1Peter5:10. After we have suffered for a while, God himself will restore, support, strengthen, and establish us.
Today, I have a glimmer of hope.
I love you too, MamaSiesta.
Michele
Liverpool, NY
Doggone if that's not a good word.
I had a great Monday, very happy and relaxed, until about 10 minutes before I got home. Grrrr. Mood went south.
Then I read this little nugget... perfect timing!
Isn't it funny how you can be having a perfectly wonderful day, and then one little(insignificant, really) thing just sends it all haywire in your mind.
It's gotta be those female horomones... men don't do this, do they??? :)
Thank you for sharing, especially now. Gods timing is ALWAY PERFECT!!!!
Glad your all your babies will be home soon even the grown ones.
Diane
Last week I was feeling frumpy. Kept thinking about things of the past...junk God has released me from - but it kept hanging on to the back of my mind. As I was mowing my yard...it occured to me that Satan wants me to constantly feel like the victim... unable to move - forwards, backwards. He wants us to stay stuck in our junk. BUT we are VICTORS over Satan because of Jesus...
His Grace is so Amazing!!!
Beth,
I have no words. Thank you for being here today and posting these scriptures. Sometimes it feels like I am hanging on for dear life. Today is one of those days.
Kels
Thanks Mama, I needed that! I am trying not to worry about hte $ we still need to raise for my husband and I's upcoming mission trip. We still need @ $3000...God help me give this over to You for You are the great provider!
Great word for the day. Very timely in my life. Thanks
How thankful I am for His soothing touch! As I read over so many of the comments from yesterday it broke my heart to realize so many women have carried the heavy burden of feeling unloved by their moms. I did not have a good relationship with my mom, but when my daughter was only 4, my husband wisely said, "You may never be able to have the relationship with your mom that you want. But YOU can create the relationship with your daughter so she will not have that struggle with you." She is now 36 & we have an awesome relationship (we even live next door to each other, by choice!) And my mom accepted Christ 2 months before He took her home...after a sudden heart attack at age 72! So I know I will one day see her again & we will have a great relationship in heaven! Don't give up hope, those who still have a living mom that is unsaved. I never thought I'd see my mom come to Christ, but "with Christ all things are possible!"
That is so going to be my next memory verse! So awesome! Thanks!
Dear Siestas,
My heart broke for so many of you yesterday as I read the letters to moms. Please know I am praying for you and so thankful that Jesus did not leave us as orphans but sent the Holy Spirit.. the Comforter.
And to my anonymous siesta who lost her firstborn yesterday, I too know the pain. I don't know how far along you were, but it doesn't matter. I was grieving yesterday too for my lost babies. I'm praying that God will show Himself especially tender to you and that you will feel His "loyal love" and "soothing touch".
Barbra
Oxford, PA
Amen! God has been moving mightily in my life this past week. Yow! Bless Him.
As quite a few others have said, exactly the verse I needed at exactly the time I needed it...WOW...I love it! And I love you, Beth, my siesta!
The Journey Continues ~
Words of our FATHER GOD are needed!
So much pain around me lately!
Trying to uplift only to feel let down! And then ~ BACK TO THE LIFE MANUAL to get MY BRAIN/HEART/STRENGTH/WORDS/HEARING/LISTENING/TOUCH BACK ON TRACK ~
With "Heaven Bound" blessings,
Kim Safina
THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!
smooch those babies of yours ~ daughters included!
My foot has been slipping for a year. I am learning to lean on Him like I have never leaned before. Thank you for that verse and for your words of encouragment. Praise to Him!
Thank you so much for this Word of encouragement! My foot is definitely slipping today...I am overwhelmed with worries at work. It comforts me that we have a God in Heaven who knows all about our fears and will wipe every tear one day. Bless you for reminding us that He is in control.
Thank you Beth! I was made giddy the other day when I found out that our dear friend Tammy will be joining us for your Pittsburgh Living Proof Live event...wanna go to Starbucks and share some fellowship and a cup?
Love ya precious lady and so glad for you that your schedule is getting back to "normal"
Amber
Burlington, Ky
You have no idea how much I needed that. I have never felt more misunderstood and unhappy in any job before- but It is SO good to remember that God has my foot, and it's not going anywhere.
You would not believe how I have been fighting the devil these past 6 weeks dealing with fear and worry he is really getting on my nerves and I just want him to leave me alone! However I found the neatest verse today and it says "The God of peace will soon crush satan under your feet" Romans 18:26 and yes I loved the verse you left today. You would be so proud of me I've been memorizing all kinds of scripture. I'm just going to write ya a letter. I'm glad you are back and I love you lots :)
Kelly Jo
Albany Ky
Beth,
What a special job God has given you. Thank you for taking it seriously and thank you for taking it to heart. That means a lot to us Siestas out here.
And, may you enjoy your family to the fullest. It's good to go, but it's good to get home too!
:)
Oh my lands....PUH-LEASE bring on the giddy's in Jesus' Mighty Name.
Did I just say 'oh my lands?!' Who says that?!
How did you know I needed this today?! Thanks for sharing :)
The Loyal Love of Jesus.... when so much else can feel disloyal these days.
Thank You, Lord.
Bless you Beth for sharing it.
Warm in Alaska.
I couldn't get yesterday's post off my mind today. It was so comforting to know I'm not alone. It's just sad that so many of my sisters in Christ feel they must post anonymously. I felt the same way as so many of you. I need to write a note, but wasn't ready yesterday. I love how the Holy Spirit sent us all back here for a good word today. Thank you for the time you were in Cleveland with the girl on the stage and you reminded us that He is the "head lifter". I have that image right now! We love you, Beth!
Angie in Michigan xoxo
Thanks Beth I really needed to read that. The enemy had planted something in my mind and I have been praying for God to give me the strenght to overcome it. So thank you again for that scripture.
Um, hi. My name is Lindsee and this verse was for me.
Thank you times a million. :)
Well, I live under a rock... just found your blog and I'm so glad I did. What an encouragement. I look forward to reading more.
Beautiful translation. Thank you for a much needed word.
I'm praying for you. Thank you for being such a blessing to me and soooooo many.
Love you sweet siesta in Christ!
Thank You I really needed that word this very moment with tears in my eyes. All things are possible I got to keep telling myself. Love ya'll
Sue
I have loved those verses for some years now, because they minister a great deal to my spirit and the fact that His love supports and is faithful enough and powerful enough not to let me fall and console my spirit to the point of joy is AMAZING!!! Oh, how I love God's Word! Thank you!
Thank you so much for that word!
I have a 7-hour-long exam on Wednesday (for my NP license) and it is on my mind!
I have never failed anything in my life, but that doesn't stop the enemy from taunting me with that fear each time. Praise God, I have had much more peace with this exam than most. But I'm going to stick that verse in my head tonight!!
PS - I just got home from Esther session six. Loved the chiastic structure and peripety but I'm sorry, I just don't believe that you really did your hair with a fork!!! :)
That is a really great verse! Thanks for sharing it today. I didn't get a chance to comment on your NDOP post, but I wanted to thank you for sharing those details with us. I love how to invite as all in as friends in your life Beth! I loved you as my Bible lady for many years, but now I love you also as friend! When I saw you speak at the Focus on Marriage similcast and you shared about how you were memorizing scripture with some ladies I just had a huge grin on my face. It was all I could do to not whisper to those around me, "that's me, she's talking about me, I'm one of those ladies!" I love sharing life with you, and the way you are such an encouragment, and the way you make me love Jesus more! Thanks for being you!
YES!! That is what I needed today, God is so faithful, His mercy holds me up!!
Thank you dear Beth, you are loved.
I so needed to hear this today!! Thank you Beth for sharing this verse. I could really use some "giddy" right now!!
Melissa
Johnson City, TN
As so many have said, siesta momma, THANK YOU. You bless our hearts and our lives.
Your example of loving God above all, and seeking His face constantly... no matter the successes or failures helps us all to not be so afraid of trying and flopping, and getting back up and trying again.
His touch does indeed make me happy.
God bless you all,
Heather
Dear Beth,
Thanks for the verse, it WAS needed. Yes, the responses to the 'what to tell your mother' comment was overwhelmingly heavy! I think though, what is even more wild is that God gave you the comment to ask it of your bloggers! Kinda looks like we've got some things to deal with down in our hearts! Amazingly enough, God is enough and CAN heal the hardest of hurts, hurts that go deep to the quick! So keep seeking Beth, those God-comments and God-questions for this crazy group of wild women! Bless your bones girl!! Please come and visit if you ever find yourself in the Pacific Northwest!!!
This was exactly what I needed today! Thank you, Beth!
And I am just relishing in John 16:33, "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." AMEN!
A much needed "Good word for a Monday morning!" THanks!
Dearest Beth,
After reading from your Thursday NDP post until today's post, I'm blown away! What an incredible blessing...God sovereignly called me to a 3 day Esther fast over the NDP, and the day of NDP was the day of my study of Esthers fast in your "It's Tough Being A Woman" study of Esther! Yep! God is right on time, every time! Amazing grace...He even spoke to me to "quick turn on God TV" and there you were, speaking in Washington, DC at NDP,(Incredible message that left everyone spellbound) and then you and Keith having to leave a little early in order to get the plane to Pennsylvania...Yes, and prayers went with you all the way, by all our siesta's and others to whom you are "The Bible Lady!"
The NDP was a spiritual observance like unto that which I have never experienced, and I have been involved with NDP for over 20 years! God is certainly testing the reigns of our hearts in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, and whispering to us, "Look up, look up, your redemption draweth nigh...." I was able to be on the interactive prayer blog with the Presidential Prayer Team on their site and what a joy it was to pray with believers in a responsive and flowing type of prayer, praise, worship, repentance, humility, contrition, calling out, crying out, then even "singing out" over the computer in the spirit. It was amazing how the Spirit flowed.
What a good word you have given to us all...and how very proud I am of you in the LORD for the life of victory you are exampling in Him. I can tell you that this past week as a result of the week 4 in Esther study, a strong hold of a lie in my life was revealed...a nasty lie that my husband of 38 years would "suddenly" be taken from me...and now I can gladly say, "If so, then GOD!" Thank you again and again for your obedience that God has used to change so many lives, from vanquished to victor, from fear to faith, I am one of them, and I want to shout "I'm free! I'm free, thank God almighty I'm free at last!"
Blessings,
Pam Houston
So. Cal Siesta
I love you Beth. Thank you.
Elizabeth
Wow, what incredibly "un-coincidental" timing you have, Miss Beth...
I am sitting here in front of the computer, heart broken for my dear friend and his family in Houston, TX.
This friend is named Larry Mullen, and I met him while I lived in Houston myself. And, being that he was a border across the hall from me, we became quite close friends rather quickly, as he is/was only 3 years younger than my own Dad... So, he quickly became "like a second Dad to me."
Larry has 3 grown sons with families of their own, all living within the NW Houston area, thanks be to God. And, I say this as one of his sons, Jerry, was just diagnosed with CANCER a couple of months ago. And, after speaking to Larry this evening, Jerry is NOT doing well at all, and likely will not survive this silly cancer...
I feel so heart broken for their entire family... BUT, he does have Jesus as his Lord and Savior, as does Larry, that I know about for sure...
Oh, and 2 things really tear me to pieces about this whole situation: 1) Jerry is only 41 years old, with a young family [and, mind you, I AM 41 years old now, too]; and 2) These sons of Larry's lost their own mother to breast cancer when the oldest son was only 8 years old, and I hate for Jerry's young children to have to go through such pain ...
Miss Beth, and others, would you mind PRAYING for the entire Mullen family with me ???
Lord, please bless the Mullen family with Your great Love and Peace, and anything else that they may need right now. In Jesus' precious name, Amen
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Love, in Christ Jesus,
Jennifer O.
Southern Wisconsin
I thought it was so nice of Jesus to have you post that verse, just for me, just for this a.m.'s time with God, showing me that He (not I) will keep me from going overboard in this storm called life! Love you, happy work week!!! We are still exciting to hear about what you were writing before your trip (hint, hint) :)
Kelly
Clarksville, Tennessee
I just wanted to say how much I love you Beth, Melissa, and Amanda. I look so forward to hearing new things on your blog. They always inspire me to want to know more about Jesus. I pray for you a lot and I thank Him every time for you. You have this way of making us wish we were part of your family, but I know in heaven we will rejoice together. You guys are precious. Thank you for your service to Him. You are loved!
Thanks. (sigh) I needed that.
Oh, Miss Beth....
Thanks so much for that encouragement. It's the 2nd time today that I've been reminded of Hinds Feet in High Places and at such the perfect time in my life. I love sneaky God stuff!
Have a blessed day! Thank you for all you do......
With love, Staci
Just like you told us in Boone. We're bringing HAPPY back!
Leigh ATL
Oh thank you Beth!!!!!
Thank you for the Word! I am so overwhelmed this week and tired. I needed Him to catch my slipping feet. Thanks for your encouragement also "Joy in the Journey" I needed to be reminded to focus on the ONE and ONLY instead of all that is trying to weigh me down.
Tam
Just in time! My husband lost his job yesterday and you posted this yesterday.
I think this may be the verse He wants us to claim while we figure out what He is up to this time!
He is always faithful and always there.
AMEN SISTA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
"take heart, Jesus has overcome the world" AMEN! and that is all I need for today!
Have a blessed day y'all!
Thanks for the encouraging word!!
In Christ,
Regina-
So thrilled for you darling Beth, that you will be happy and giddy with your two beloved girls and two darlin' "greats" to have and to hold today. I'm praying for you with the weightiness of the Mother's Day posts. The contrast of joy and sorrow kept all we Siesta's emotions rolling all over the register. I praise God for the honesty of LPM "Siesta's" as we talked with our Mom's, and got straight to the heart of God. Thank you for giving us a place to do that and for "praying the price" of the reality of ministry. So glad it's real in your life and family, and you have not failed there. The example of the Moore, Jones, Fitzpatrick family shines like a bright star of hope in Christ. I'm reminded, "It's not too hard for God",... even when we feel our foot is slipping. A good word: God. Period. (My Bible Lady taught me that!)
Hugs,
Pam H.
So. Cal. Siesta
When you you be posting the names and locations of churches hosting the simulcast? We want to go and need to make arrangements.
Thanks!
Beth, your closing statement to "Take cheer! Jesus has overcome the world" was so uplifting to me; simply put, this verse (John 16:33) says it all. This has been my signature verse for 26 years now, ever since it jumped off the page of my daily devotional the day I learned my daddy was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. Thanks for the reminder!!! I am so looking up!
Hilda in Houston
I just have to leave a comment to thank all the siestas who have left kind messages of encouragement and prayer for me. It has been a hard couple of days since I miscarried on Mother's Day but every time I re-read your sweet words I am reduced to tears of awe and gratitude. God has used you to encourage me in a time "when all that I can sing is a broken hallelujah". Thank you, siestas.
- Melissa (formerly "Anonymous")
I love you Sister! My husband has had literally $1500. come in in 4 mo. I have 3 little baby boys...I am worn. I know He has a plan... we are faithful... we do have everything we need and more... I am studying Esther right now... thank you Sister... I might not get to hug you in person until we are Home and that's ok... you are loved!
Dear Beth,
I read your blog yesterday and the Bible verse you posted couldn't have come at a better time. I started to type a post yesterday after I read the verse but I just couldn't bring myself to send the post. You see, yesterday I found out my mom has cancer. As I tried to type the words "my mom has cancer",it seemed so unreal...so unnatural. So I just ended up deleting the post. This morning I woke up and though I am still trying to sort all of this out, I remembered what an awesome group of ladies are here in Siestaville. I know without a doubt someone here would remember to pray. Thank you so much for this blog.
Michelle
Thank you Beth, this really spoke to me!! I always covet Gods Joy and Happiness
Thanks for the encouragement!! The ways of the world are wearing heavy lately. Time seems to be hurdling by.....evil seems to be growing at such a fast pace. I repeat several times a day, "Father God I am so grateful NONE of this is a surprise to you and you have it all under control."
The verse was excellent!!
Blessings to all of you.....
Bible Bunny in NO MI
I'm among those that desperately needed to hear that verse today. I've never read it before and all of Psalm 94 spoke to my spirit. I'm praying for clarity today as I feel anxious, but not sure what about, I feel the Holy Spirit's familiar pressing of my heart, something I haven't felt in months, but what it is He is speaking to my heart about, I feel like its getting lost in translation. Still, I'm so thankful for it, His Word is alive and active in me!! :)
What a great verse! I'm in no particular mood right now, but I have missed seeing the sun for the last 15 days or so, so anything with the word "happy" in it is refreshing! Thanks for all you do for your girls. I don't really post much, but I read almost all of the posts, and it is amazing to see how much love and comfort you give out. What an amazing gift! Lots of love to you!
kaci from norman
Just used that verse in my blog. God has done amazing things for us and continues to inspire. If you have a minute, check out the story our news station did on us last week.
http://nothingswasted-deb.blogspot.com/
Looking forward to Green Bay!!
I sent that verse to a friend who needed that today! And I can always use it too. Wow. God keeps our foot from slipping ! Glory Glory!
Oh I love this verse - thanks so much for sharing!
Dear Beth,
Thank you for the opportunity to write a letter to my mother. She passed away in 2005 - and my Daddy in 1998. In the letter I wrote and posted on your blog, I told my mother that I wondered what she and Daddy were doing in heaven. That very night I had very a very vivid dream. I dreamed that I was watching my Daddy and his father and uncle - and they were riding horses in such a beautiful place. I could see it in color - the mountains, the trees, the grass - and a river. I saw them - and then I saw the picture of them riding - but then in my dream, I was looking in my grandmother's Bible. Wow - I've never thought about animals in heaven - but now I believe there are horses in heaven. And my Daddy loved horses...and I also dreamed about my mother. It was like I spent time with both of my parents and talked with them in my dreams. It was such a special gift from God. I didn't really go to bed thinking about it....but woke up around 3:30 a.m. from my dreams - and then the first thing that came into my mind was writing a comment on your blog about wondering what my parents were doing in heaven - and telling them how much I missed them. I think it was so sweet of Jesus to let me have that time....I just wanted to share this ....
Thank you fro that verse. I really needed to hear it!
I am a bit late in reading this one, but WOW...thank you!! I really needed to read that.
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