Everyone does need compassion--such a true statement. We need to feel loved, special, cared for, needed, etc. Having compassion for the little children in pictures or on tv who are homeless, hungry, without parents, etc. is easy for me. My heart is truly burdened for those children. Yet, sometimes I catch myself lacking that same compassion for some children I see each week come through the doors of our church. I think what is wrong with some of these kids. I don't always show compassion towards them. I lose sight of who they are and what they may be going through. I don't always have a clue as to what those precious gifts may have endured that day. I forget that they don't all have loving parents in their lives. I forget that they don't all have someone to hug them and tell them how special they are. Psalm 139:14 reminds us that we are all fearfully and wonderfully made. Each and every child is special---God made them unique. Children are a gift from God and as examples in their lives we are responsible for showing them how loved and special they are. My prayer is that each of my children that I come into contact through church will know how much I love them and that they will not forget that, but even more that they will know that Jesus loves them with an incomprehensible love. A love that is so great, pure, and true. He, himself, showed the greatest act of compassion ever given when He died on that cross for me and you.Wednesday, May 12, 2010
everyone needs compassion...
Everyone does need compassion--such a true statement. We need to feel loved, special, cared for, needed, etc. Having compassion for the little children in pictures or on tv who are homeless, hungry, without parents, etc. is easy for me. My heart is truly burdened for those children. Yet, sometimes I catch myself lacking that same compassion for some children I see each week come through the doors of our church. I think what is wrong with some of these kids. I don't always show compassion towards them. I lose sight of who they are and what they may be going through. I don't always have a clue as to what those precious gifts may have endured that day. I forget that they don't all have loving parents in their lives. I forget that they don't all have someone to hug them and tell them how special they are. Psalm 139:14 reminds us that we are all fearfully and wonderfully made. Each and every child is special---God made them unique. Children are a gift from God and as examples in their lives we are responsible for showing them how loved and special they are. My prayer is that each of my children that I come into contact through church will know how much I love them and that they will not forget that, but even more that they will know that Jesus loves them with an incomprehensible love. A love that is so great, pure, and true. He, himself, showed the greatest act of compassion ever given when He died on that cross for me and you.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Happy, Happy Birthday baby
haha! Happy Birthday to my better half! Mr. Lane you are my best friend, my true love, more than I ever deserved or imagined. I admire so many things about you. You are the truest example of Christ-like. I hope you have the best birthday! You deserve it! Happy 29th! I love you!
Thursday, April 15, 2010
my all
Let me start this by saying, I fail Christ everyday. There is not a day that goes by that I don't sin. I know, I know no one is perfect (For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23). I often feel like there is so much more that I should do to serve Jesus. Sure, I go to church every week, read/study scriptures daily, sing in the choir, work with the youth group, etc., but is that my all? Really?
He truly gave His ALL for ME. Everything He could give He gave for you and me. I feel so unworthy of such love, mercy, and grace. Especially when I consider what give Him in return. The inkling of time I give Him each week is NOTHING compared to His gift. I want to give my all for Christ---I want to enter His kingdom someday and hear "well done" from Him. I pray that each day I would grow closer in my walk with the Lord and that He would draw me so close to Him that all I can feel is His love surrounding me.
Are you giving Christ your all? What areas in your life need to change/improve in order to give your very best to Jesus?
He truly gave His ALL for ME. Everything He could give He gave for you and me. I feel so unworthy of such love, mercy, and grace. Especially when I consider what give Him in return. The inkling of time I give Him each week is NOTHING compared to His gift. I want to give my all for Christ---I want to enter His kingdom someday and hear "well done" from Him. I pray that each day I would grow closer in my walk with the Lord and that He would draw me so close to Him that all I can feel is His love surrounding me.
Are you giving Christ your all? What areas in your life need to change/improve in order to give your very best to Jesus?
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Things I love about spring
- sunshine--good riddence cloudy, dreary days--hello sweet sunshine
- the smell of fresh cut grass
- the look of said grass
- flip flops and sandles
- Mr. Lane's nice tan starts to appear(yeah, I am totally jealous)
- taking Macy for walks/runs (she has become a pro)
- dddddollywood (cheesy, i know)
- flowers
- trees in bloom
- opening all the windows in the house and letting the fresh air in
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
It's Springtime in Tennessee....
The weather has been so nice here the last couple of weeks. We have been having temps in the upper eights--15-20* higher than the average. So we have seen much evidence that spring has arrived!! I love spring time! It is like a fresh start!! Here is the weeping cherry tree in our front yard. Isn't she a beauty? :)
We mulched last week so everything is nice and fresh! Mr. Lane's grass has come in really nice this year too! We have just enjoyed being able to get out of the house and take advantage of these warm days.
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