Good Morning

Good Morning Family...Thank God for a good nights sleep. Praying for you all this morning, asking God to let your day begin and end well. Feeling thankful and blessed this morning. Up thinking about the progress my family and friends are making this year. Every day is another opportunity to implement change. Another chance to let go of those dangling "life" strings that serve no purpose. Another day to do something different, to let go of what isn't right. I'm so thankful for "change". I pray that we all continue moving forward, embracing who we are but not holding on so tight that we can't move or breathe, I pray that we allow our mistakes to make us better and prepare us for what's to come. I ask Him to continue filling our hearts with compassion for our families/friends and strangers. I pray for healing of our bodies and minds. I thank God for peace and love. I thank Him for this life that He allows us to live. I thank Him for showing me/you how easy life can be if we only "believe" and trust His word, live His word. I thank Him for filling my/our hearts with laughter. I thank Him for the courage to shed tears because everyone needs a good cry sometimes. Lastly, I thank Him for confirmation that I'm finally getting it right, not perfect, but right. TeamGettingThere..Bblessedloveyou...Psalm 118 vs 19-29

Focus On Me

Good Morning Family...I hope everyone had a safe holiday weekend. The weather in Jax was beautiful. Looks like a lot of people attended the Jazz Fest and loved it. As we get back to work or whatever we do, please remember to give it 100%. Try not to complain about the amount of work you do or the responsibilities you've taken on. I have to take my own advice today, "don't worry about what everyone else is doing, focus on you". We have to remember that everyone is different. I ask that we keep our peers in our prayers. Understanding that people are people, standing around talking about their short-comings behind their backs won't help them. I ask God to forgive me for anything comment that I've made about anyone. I ask the same for you. I thank Him for another opportunity to share and gain knowledge. I ask that He be our guide at work and home. Let us not stand in judgement of those who feel are not carrying a full load. Please understand that we sometimes judge prematurely, not seeing or knowing what's going on in another person's life. Also know that someone may be judging your work as well, so focus on your desk....TeamDoingMyJob...Bblessedloveyou...Samuel 29 vs 18-25

Good Morning

Hope everyone is having wonderful Sunday morning. I'm can't describe how I'm feeling. Ever feel a certain way but can't seem to put your finger on what it is or what's behind it? That's where I am this morning but I know it'll pass soon. Thanking God this morning for family, friends and peace this morning. Asking God to continue watching and caring for us. His incredible love for us is so undeserving but I'm so glad He chose me/us. Keeping our eyes on Him is so important because one look away can bring insecurity and doubt, hurt and pain, bad decisions and short cuts. Staying in His word enables us to see past our hurts/pains, loss/regret. His word tells us that He will protect us from our enemies and give us the courage to forgive them. This morning I ask God to give us what we need, give us enough to provide for others and I ask Him to show us how to use what He provides wisely. Praying that my attention be on Him as opposed to my short comings or the short comings of others. Thanking Him for those things I understand and those I don't. Also praying for those who are in a dark place this morning, asking Him to be a guiding light in their time of need. Finally, thanking Him for rest/renewed spirits. Living isn't always easy but following His word reminds me that I am blessed beyond measure. Thanking Him this morning...so thankful...AMEN....TeamGettingPastFeelings...1st Samuel vs 4-22

Praying For So Many

Good Morning Everyone...Looking forward to this three day week. Praying that we all have a good time and be safe. Thanking God for waking us, keeping us in our right minds. There are so many that didn't wake this morning, so many that weren't able to get out of bed, so many living with jealousy/anger that they can't focus on what God is providing them, so many without homes or a place to lay their heads, so many who took their own lives or contemplated doing so, so many without family/friends who love them, so many who live in fear of what the day will bring. Praying for the "so many", asking God to grant them peace and favor. Praying for the souls of those who have gone on. Praying that we all understanding the favor God has shown us. Praying that our love for each becomes stronger as well as our faith in God. Giving Him all the honor and praise for where He's brought us from and for where He's taking us. Asking that each of you receive healing where it's needed. Feeling blessed and highly favored..AMEN...TeamPrayingForSoMany...Bblessedloveyou..Psalms 115 vs 1-18,

Restore Me

Good Morning Family...Thinking about and praying for you guys this morning. These words keep playing in my mind "clean this house, restore me, clean this house, take away my impurities." Very nice song by Isaac Carree. While I was listening to it this morning, I had feelings of guilt. Thinking about my yesterday, did I say the right things, did I say the wrong things, was I supportive, did I laugh at the wrong time, did I let my "light shine" or was it dim? Asking God to forgive me of my short comings and you as well (if you had/have any). Asking God to restore anything I've lost, mentally/physically. Thanking Him for the opportunity to start again. Giving Him the glory and the honor this morning for where we are and where we're going. Thanking Him for healing hurt/broken relationships. Praising Him for allowing us to see who our enemies are and for putting on our hearts to forgive and understand them. Asking Him to give us all "clean hearts" so we can serve better. Extremely thankful for my family/friends and network of support. Asking Him and them to forgive me if I've been short or shown a lack of interest in their needs. Lastly, praying for the leaders in my family and yours, on my job and of this world. Asking God to help them remember who they are in Christ, ensuring their focus is not on this world but on the Lord for we know when we take our eyes off God, we loose our way. TeamRestoreMe....Bblessedloveyou Proverbs 15 vs 15-17

Disasters

Good Morning Family....Sending prayers to our OK family members and to all the residents of that state. Loss of this magnitude is devastating and when you factor in the children it feels worse. I hope each of you are paying attention to how often these tragic events are occurring. If your life is not in order, this should really make you think about your current commitments, living situations, relationships and most importantly, your spiritual life and relationship with God. We watch and listen to devastating news, feeling sad and shedding a few tears but as soon as we walk away or the broadcast ends, we're back to our old selves. Please don't take what's happening "around" us for granted. These attacks and natural disasters could very well be in our back yard. It's only by the grace of God that we are given another chance. Another day to prepare, another opportunity to get our "house" in order. This morning I pray that we all take what's happening seriously, I pray that we get our lives in order, I pray that anyone causing or inflicting pain on others make amends and ask God for forgiveness, I pray that God watches over and protects us during storms and I pray that we each honor Him by changing, disposing of our bad habits and living a life that is pleasing to Him.....TeamYouSeeItHappening....Psalm 112 vs 1-10

Message To A Friend

no problem...I have a few struggles of my own...focus on what's good and accept that there are going to be struggles. There's a song called "The Good and the Bad"...(I think)...It's by J Moss. A beautiful song that simply thanks God for loving us through the good and the bad. What we must learn to do is take the bad times with the good and move through our issues without complaining. Sometimes our problems aren't as bad as they seem. Then there are times that we create our own drama. God keeps showing us a way out but we choose to sit in defeat because we're afraid or because it's what we've always done. My prayer for you and me is that we recognize God sent opportunities, that we honor Him by following His word, that we be obedient, that we keep our eyes on Him and not this world, that we not live selfishly, that we be the people that He's called us to be, that we serve and protect as opposed to being self-serving and uncaring. Life is to short to live in misery. Life is to short to always be distracted by pain and annoyance. Life is to short to focus on finances when we know we're not doing the right thing with what He's already given. Life is to short to let "man" lead us astray with "honey" soaked words. Life is to short to allow every day to be sad. We must program our minds by reading/understanding God's word. He is so good to us and wants us to LIVE.....Praying for you and me this morning....TeamHowIGetOver....Bblessedloveyou
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I See You

Good Sunday Morning family. Thanking God for rest and peace this morning. For some reason I was completely exhausted yesterday. Hate when that happens but today is brand new, feeling much better. This morning I give thanks to the Lord for where He's brought each of us. Everyone in my life has made significant changes. They're actively working and preparing for their future. Some have moved, some have married and some dedicated their life to serving others. As humans we sometimes over look changes others make. We don't offer the proper acknowledgements. If someone in your life has done anything differently or new, say something. Let them know you "see it". I've said it before, everyone likes applause, even that person who says "it's no big deal", wants to be uplifted every now and then. We've become so accustomed to "reality show" interactions that we forget to show compassion and love towards one another. This morning I say thank you to my family, friends and co-workers for all you do. God has placed wonderful people in my life. I love who they are and I'm excited about the changes they're making. I pray that we all understand what a mighty God we serve. Just when we think we've lost the battle, our change and victory comes. TeamISeeYourChange. Bblessedloveyou. 1st Samuel 14 vs 6-15

Feeling Blessed

Good morning family. I hope everyone is enjoying their morning, doing something you want to be doing, being productive. Praying everyone is okay with their place in the world but also striving to become better. Asking God for spiritual guidance today and every day. So very thankful for His love and grace this morning. Praying that God grant us peace as we venture out or stay in. Asking that He provide all our needs and forgive our sins as we move through the day. Praying that we each seek to know Him better, keeping our hearts and minds open. I pray that we open our eyes to His ways and that we walk in faith even in our toughest times. I thank Him for all He's done in my life and yours. Giving Him all the glory even in the darkest hour and our painful moments. Seeking His face daily, knowing that His love for us is true. Asking that He continue watching over us all. TeamFeelingBlessed. Bblessedloveyou. John 9 vs 39-41.

Motherhood

Good morning family. Thanking God for waking us and allowing us to see another beautiful day. Happy Mother's Day to everyone. This was one of my mom's favorite holidays. She loved reminding us that she liked gifts. I felt honored to be amongst those shopping for "mom". I am forever grateful that God gave me to her. She was beautiful inside and out, not flawless but she loved hard. I have no complaints, only praise because even as a mother I will never understand the sacrifices she made for us. Mothers strap their children on their backs and make the best of any situation so I say praise God for mothers. They give their lives for the happiness and care of their children. Thanking God for trusting me to be the mother of four and the grandmother of ten. Truly a privilege and an honor. It's a job I don't take for granted. They will always be my babies no matter how old they get. TeamLoveMotherhood. Bblessedloveyou

It Is Enough

Good morning family. Apologies for yesterday. Should have been Proverbs 14 vs 30-31. When I read this I realized that I still display some selfish tendencies. I sometimes say things and do things that go against what God has ordered. There are times when we can't see a clear path because we're in someone else's lane. We fail to realize that everyone doesn't receive the same blessing. I may not be able to handle or ready for the blessings my neighbor has received. I also remind myself that the things I hold on to may benefit someone who's less fortunate than me. As i celebrate my 48th birthday, I ask God to forgive me and I thank Him for life, mine and yours. I thank Him for all that He provides and ask that He continue working in my life and yours. Asking Him to supply our needs, continue sending an over flow so that we may pass the blessings on. I'm living a blessed life. I don't have millions but I have more than enough. TeamItIsEnough. Bblessedloveyou

God Is Good

Psalms 106 vs 3, Psalms 14 vs 30-31. Hello family. Thank you for asking God to grant us traveling grace. We had a safe ride. Thanking God for watching over us. I ask Him to continue as we enjoy our weekend. Also asking God to watch over Patty and Lee as they travel to Texas. Heart felt condolences to the Scott family for their loss. May God grant them peace and understanding. Loss is never easy but prayer eases the pain. Please don't forget Mother's Day. Where would we be without them? I know my mom is watching from Heaven and I'm so thankful for the time I had with her. Thanking God for my children. It feels good watching them with their children. I can't believe I've been a mom for 33 years. God has been good and His grace covered me when I didn't know how to be a parent. So thankful. My husband and I are extremely blessed even when things aren't as they should be. TeamGodIsGood. Bblessedloveyou.

Teach Your Children

My husband always encouraged our children to play sports. We spent countless hours at the ball field. He was sure that one of them would play professionally but they had other plans. Dee and I enjoyed all the games, the wins and the losses but we didn't think to ask our kids if they enjoyed it. As adults we sometimes fail to ask our kids what's important to them, we misread their talents and we focus to much on where we think they should be in life. I'm not saying we shouldn't guide them in their decision making but we have to pay more attention to what makes them happy and what makes sense. Even when they become adults we should make ourselves available to them, offering advice when it's solicited, being careful not to use our words to discourage them, helping them make the right choices based on their desires and not ours. The most important thing we can do is ensure they are spiritually connected to God. It's easy to take them to church when they're young but make sure they understand the Word. Give them such a strong foundation so that no matter how far they travel outside God's will they'll always find their way back home. Along with this, don't allow outsiders to be role models for your children, role models should be home grown, not someone the media has blown up and can't wait to blow down. I am so proud of my children, my nieces and nephews. Our lives haven't been perfect but by the grace of God we are all together and in touch. TeamListenToYourChildren. Bblessedloveyou. Proverbs 23 verse 11-16

Time To Make A Change

Most of us will reach a point in life where our tolerance levels drop. The things you once looked past are now things that you speak against. We have to begin choosing what's right, release obligation that you kept out of guilt. The older I get the more I realize that I have to let myself live, I have to breathe. God has really brought me from some dark/hurtful places so I owe it to Him to live. He says that I'm healed so I'm going to walk in my healing. This morning I pray that each of us find the courage to say what's on our hearts, I pray that we stop holding ourselves accountable for adults who still live reckless and irresponsible lives. I pray that we open our hearts and accept the blessings that have been right there all the time. I ask Him to forgive me for the mountains I've created, for the confusion I've caused, for the attitude that I'm carrying. I pray that He continue allowing me to hear those key words that give me clues as to what choices I should make. I thank Him for everything because I've done nothing to deserve His grace and mercy. He gave me a second chance. Amen. TeamTimeToDecide. Bblessedloveyou

The Right Choice

There are times when you really need to take the actions and words of others to heart. If you're not seeing a mental and physical change within your circle of family and friends, it may be a sign that you need to move on. Those relationships that you continue nursing but they're not getting better, that home that's served its purpose but is now draining you, the job you go back to every day because it's what you've always done. God wants us to prosper and grow but our mentality and loyalty towards people and things keep us tied down emotionally. Always afraid to hurt someone's feelings and yet our hearts are full of regret because we hold everything in. God wants us to be a help to others, He wants to be obedient in our relationships but He also wants us to be happy. Tonight I ask Him to cover me and you in our decision making, in our change, in our growth. I ask Him to bring clarity to those puzzling situations we find ourselves in, I ask that He give us the right words to say as we begin asking/requesting/demanding change in our personal and professional lives. I pray that anyone who's under pressure to sign contracts pray before doing so. I pray that we take into consideration the long term affects of all agreements, legal and spiritual. I ask Him to guide our final answers, let us be wise and not fall into the same traps of the past. TeamMakingTheRightChoice. Bblessedloveyou