From
The Power of Three Words

Today I am Grateful for:

Wed., Feb 28, 2007

The stability of the fellowship – tonight was another “Birthday Meeting”

Twila Paris – Contemporary Christian Artist – I discovered a very special song this week that put my thoughts and feelings in words for a friend
. ‘Listening’ to the words in the music I listen to is when they take on real meaning and touch my heart.

Tues., Feb 27, 2007

The reality that I don’t have to “act as if” and it’s ok if I don’t know.

God that knows the beginning from the end – because He is the Alpha and the Omega
.

Bill Willson – Divinely inspired to initiate the start of one of the greatest fellowships that exists today
.

Mon., Feb 26, 2007

The simple things in life…..

Suzanne – thanks for your friendship and for helping me bring out the woman God created in me.

Sun., Feb 25, 2007

Vision – “Where there is no vision, the people perish; but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.” (Prov. 29:18) ‘
Vision, revelation – message from God’ we need to hear from God for His direction, for our happiness we must keep with the vision He gives us.

Squirrels – Something about them is intriguing and makes them fun to watch. I think there is a lesson to be learned from them

Sat., Feb. 24, 2007

Women in my life who understand “mid-life crisis” –
No I will not expand on that!!! ( I have spoken to several this week that have been there and others are there with me – we really are ok. )

Tami A. – You are a real joy in my life – I appreciate your humor, your honesty and your humbleness. May God continue to bless and keep you

Fri., Feb 23, 2007

Snooze buttons on alarm clocks – Some mornings are just like that.

Thurs., Feb 22, 2007

Laughter – No matter what life brings – good times and laughter with good friends are healing for the spirit.

Wed., Feb, 21, 2007

Unconditional Love -I do not have to do great things to prove my love to God. He loves the simple things I do that show my love for Him.

Beth Moore – I catch her on Life Today on Wednesday mornings, her enthusiasm and desire to reach the hearts of women everywhere with the Truth that God loves them and wants them know Him is an inspiration to me. Her passion and love for Jesus is obvious in her messages.

Tues., Feb 20, 2007

Birds and the messages that God delivers through them
when we listen. This morning I was riding my bike, praying and thinking about different things that I needed to do. As I was also listening to the birds, one in particular was chirping “do it”. So that which I was thinking about doing I did. It was something I had been putting off because I thought it was going to take longer and be more difficult than it was – well it wasn’t and I was really glad to get it done today.

Shelly – my first sponsor and last sponsor before I left Ohio –
At one point along the way she gave me the message “just do it” and it was a great thing then too. She showed me the love of Jesus in many ways and helped me through many

Mon., Feb 19, 2007

Two good feet to stand and walk on – though having turf-toe is painful, I am thankful I have toes and can feel the pain. (It is amazing how important the big toe is for balance)

Darlene Zschech & Hillsong Music – Her sweet spirited voice expresses her love for Jesus in a way that allows His love to touch my heart and bring me a peace that surpasses all understanding at any time.

Sun., Feb 18, 2007

Paper and pens – for those tines when I just need to write to get stuff out of my head and journaling to capture my thoughts   

Sat., Feb. 17, 2007

Fresh, clean water – I drink a lot of water, I was reminded today the human body is made up of 75% water. How blessed I am to live in a country that has fresh running water that is safe to drink. (Makes good coffee too J) Not to mention that we can buy purified water in a bottle.

Leslie – Mentor, friend, sister – I am thankful for the miracle that took place in your life 24 years ago and that God has allowed me to be a part of the overflowing blessings of that. I am so grateful God brought our lives together. Thanks for sharing the journey with me.

Fri., Feb 16, 2007

The book “Alcoholics Anonymous” it was my first “living bible”, and continues to provide answers I need in conjunction with my ‘Holy Bible’

George – an “old-timer” in AA – he delivered the message I needed to hear tonight.

Thurs., Feb 15, 2007

The encouragement of Hebrews 10:35-36
“So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.”

Tara
& the accounting crew – for doing your part to allow me to provide accurate, reviewed and analyzed reports today. - I have been waiting over 3 years to be able to do this and feel the way I do about what went out. (I don’t think anyone really knows what this means to me.) BIG KUDOS & Thanks to all.

Wed., Feb 14, 2007

A Mother and Father who have always loved and cared for me, I can't imagine beingorphaned.

Dad - Thanks for always encouraging me in all that Ido and to do what makes me happy.

Mom - Thanks for always supporting me and being there for me even when we disagreed.

              
Thank you both for loving me for me. 

      Happy Valentines Day -from your daughter with

Love.

Tues., Feb 13, 2007

Buddy, Molly and Abby –my four legged friends down the street. I treat them like my own when I am around them. They are great stress relievers and break-time companions. (This counts as three right?)

Mon., Feb 12, 2007

My ability to read and write – you want me to write more about that?

Kevin W. – Your passion and excitement for Jesus is heard in your worship, and your smile and upbeat spirit can brighten even the already bright days.

Sun., Feb 11, 2007

Washer and dryer
– There is just something about clean sheets, towels and clothes J I would really dislike doing laundry if I had to do it all by hand, and would not be able to be doing anything else while doing laundry. (I am a multi-task kind of person.)

Augie – Your encouragement and friendship mean more to me than you know. And, I really appreciate your wise, insightful and caring advice.

Sat., Feb. 10, 2007

My home –
I was writing my rent check today and each time I do, I am thankful for where God is housing me. I have been blessed, I have been living in this beautiful place for over 2 years now.

Dr. Susan Watson –
You continue to inspire, encourage and uplift me. Thanks for keeping in touch and for your notes of blessing. It is an honor and privilege to share in what Jesus is doing through John 17 Ministries.

Fri., Feb 9, 2007

Lambert – Thanks for all your technical help and especially for getting that new computer ready for me. I appreciate you for who you are too, not just, what you do for us

God’s timing is perfect – I received a letter in the mail at work today that was an answer to prayer.

Thurs., Feb 8, 2007

My external hard drive & Flash drives – that have a back up of my files as my computer has given me the infamous “blue screen of death” twice today.

Crystal
– Thanks for your help and insight. I love your joyful spirit and your heart for God and your sisters in Christ. The fellowship and prayers have helped more than you know. I am grateful God brought you to GA for however long it may be.

Wed., Feb 7, 2007

Consistency of the Holy Spirit. – I seem to be hearing the same message in many different ways through different people. Hmmmm..

I am who God says I am …. not who I may think I am.

Tues., Feb. 6, 2007

HUGS..... to give and receive, love, healing, comfort and encouragement. - Consider yourself hugged.

My great Uncle Alden – Yours and Aunt Ellen’s support and encouragement has meant and continues to mean more to me than you will know. Your gentle kind spirit can brighten anyone’s day. I love you and you are in my thoughts and prayers often.

Mon., Feb. 5, 2007

Grateful to be called "friend" there was a time I didn't think anyone considered me a friend.But now I can be a friend to many.And I am afriendof Jesus
"You are my friends if you do what I command. I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master's business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you. You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit - fruit that will last."
John 15:14-16

Sun., Feb. 4, 2007

God knows my heart’s desire– I didn’t go to church today, and I don’t feel condemned. I chose to meet with Him at home and I know He is ok with it even if other people aren’t.

Joel Olstein - His messages are always positive and uplifting or encouraging. Toady he reminded us to “pray ahead” to overcome our weaknesses and gain strength to walk through the challenges ahead.
“Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
Mathew 26:41
“Pray that you may not enter into temptation.” “Why do you sleep? Rise and pray, lest you enter into temptation.”
Luke 22:40 & 46.

Sat., Feb. 3, 2007

God’s Grace,
for I am human and although I am willing and desire to fully obey God, as He has called me to, to be Holy as He is holy,.. (1 Peter 1:13-16 ) that my mind and my actions would be fully set apart for His service, often I find myself repeating the words of Paul “.. I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do, I do not do, but what I hate I do. See Romans 7 :15-20 With out Gods’ grace I would be condemned.

Fri., Feb. 2, 2007

Chocolate –
Did I really just write that? Ok, confession I really don’t like chocolate. However, I have had some recently and it has tasted ok. I like it best when I get to give it away and make someone else happy. Ironic how on the day after I make a choice to get back on track – not eating sweets, when I got to work, there outside my office door was a bag of Hershey miniatures with a note “Thanks for all you do for us”. (Thank you who ever “us” is _ I have an idea
J ) I was very blessed by the note, humored by the chocolate, blessed to be able to take it to a meeting and bless all the chocolate lovers there. J

I am grateful to be a recovering alcoholic. My blog:
“Grateful to be An Alcoholic”

Thurs., Feb. 1, 2007

I am grateful I serve the one Holy God
– set apart, above all, pure, with out spot or wrinkle. As His child I have also been “set apart” to serve Him with a pure heart and mind.
“May the mediations of my heart, the words of my mouth and the actions of my hands and feet be pleasing to you today O God.”

Michael W. Smith
–
His music and his passion have been steady through the years. He was one of the first Contemporary Christian singers I listened too. This morning I woke up hearing him singing “ You are holy, you are holy…

Snow days in Georgia – they make me laugh.. 
I can’t help it….. I am from the north you know.  :-)