A Wise Man Uses What He has
Not Wasting His Time Wishing For What He Doesn't
-sj
Thursday, May 28, 2015
Wisdom Pearl #5
Time waits for no one.
Especially for Could of,
His brother Would of,
Or their cousin Should of.
-sj
Especially for Could of,
His brother Would of,
Or their cousin Should of.
-sj
Thursday, May 14, 2015
Wisdom Pearl #62
Wisdom Pearl
Stop asking for more of what you are already not handling well. Ask for wisdom and discernment to wisely rule what is currently in your hands. The answer is not in the more it is in the faithful execution of your day to days.
No one who can handle more ever has to ask for it.
-sj
Stop asking for more of what you are already not handling well. Ask for wisdom and discernment to wisely rule what is currently in your hands. The answer is not in the more it is in the faithful execution of your day to days.
No one who can handle more ever has to ask for it.
-sj
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
A Mother's Gift
What is this You have given me?
Two cubs who can't speak
One can't crawl
Or suckle
One can't hear
Nor understand
What is this You have given my hands?
Babes to nurture
One screams at my touch
The other covers his ears
at the sound of my voice
What is this You have charged to my heart?
A child whose body is weak
and who can't run in the sun
Lord, Lord But I
Thank you for these my gifts
For without them I couldn't
Know strength without fear
Love without sound
Compassion expressed without touch
Understanding without knowledge
Love in the most complex of ways
Lord Thank you for these my gifts
If not for them
I would not know how to talk
Without speaking
How to comfort without tradition
How to soothe beyond my known skills
How to learn without being taught
How to show love by example
How to see what hasn't yet appeared
Thank you God for my gifts!
They are beautiful to me
-sj
Two cubs who can't speak
One can't crawl
Or suckle
One can't hear
Nor understand
What is this You have given my hands?
Babes to nurture
One screams at my touch
The other covers his ears
at the sound of my voice
What is this You have charged to my heart?
A child whose body is weak
and who can't run in the sun
Lord, Lord But I
Thank you for these my gifts
For without them I couldn't
Know strength without fear
Love without sound
Compassion expressed without touch
Understanding without knowledge
Love in the most complex of ways
Lord Thank you for these my gifts
If not for them
I would not know how to talk
Without speaking
How to comfort without tradition
How to soothe beyond my known skills
How to learn without being taught
How to show love by example
How to see what hasn't yet appeared
Thank you God for my gifts!
They are beautiful to me
-sj
Love Knows No Limits But it Knows Boundaries
Family is the unit designed to show God's love by example. In it is supposed to be a safe haven from both physical harm and emotional misuse. It is where children are created in a beautifully complex form of united expression. Solely set apart for One Man and One Woman.
The Family unit also introduces the unique contributions of each member. The male in his role of protector, provider, leader, disciplinarian and spiritual head of the household. The female in her role as nurturer, maintainer of the house, setting of the atmosphere, encourager, guide. advocate and protector. Also a spiritual leader in the household. When people live as GOD intended their house is blessed. The children are blessed and all that touches their hands are blessed.
Does it mean that the family will be exempt from trouble, challenges and heart-ache? No it means that the family understands that no matter what is allowed in their lives just as God has not rejected or forgotten them; they will not forget or reject each other.
Family is important because it is the first example of God's Love that many of us experience. Of course we live in a fallen world where people are selfish, self-centered, callous, mean spirited and spiteful. Worst of all they spurn, turn away from or disregard all together, God's design for their lives. Which leaves a gap in the family. An opening for the enemy to come in do what he does best. Destroy, distort and deceive.
It is important that marriage stays defined as a bond between one man and one woman. It is important that children are reared in a loving, stable environment by two parents of the opposite sex. Both have valuable contributions to give to the relationship. It is important that we fight on our knees and be active in the political process that threatens to destroy the building blocks of our society. It is important that as Salt of the Earth we do not compromise or loose flavor; that we do not distort; leave out; or manipulate The Word of God. It is our job to introduce Christ as the Risen Savior and encourage the lost to become part of our family. Not the other way around.
Am I saying that if you do not agree or operate in the bounds of a traditional marriage, (no other union will be acknowledged by God fyi), that you can't love? No I am saying that God set the standard therefore His precepts or guides should set the structure.
For those who have children, brothers or sisters or other family and friends who practice living outside of God's boundaries, never stop praying for them. Never stop correcting them out of love and for your soul's sake never compromise with them. Because there will come a day when a account must be given.
It needed to be said.
-sj
The Family unit also introduces the unique contributions of each member. The male in his role of protector, provider, leader, disciplinarian and spiritual head of the household. The female in her role as nurturer, maintainer of the house, setting of the atmosphere, encourager, guide. advocate and protector. Also a spiritual leader in the household. When people live as GOD intended their house is blessed. The children are blessed and all that touches their hands are blessed.
Does it mean that the family will be exempt from trouble, challenges and heart-ache? No it means that the family understands that no matter what is allowed in their lives just as God has not rejected or forgotten them; they will not forget or reject each other.
Family is important because it is the first example of God's Love that many of us experience. Of course we live in a fallen world where people are selfish, self-centered, callous, mean spirited and spiteful. Worst of all they spurn, turn away from or disregard all together, God's design for their lives. Which leaves a gap in the family. An opening for the enemy to come in do what he does best. Destroy, distort and deceive.
It is important that marriage stays defined as a bond between one man and one woman. It is important that children are reared in a loving, stable environment by two parents of the opposite sex. Both have valuable contributions to give to the relationship. It is important that we fight on our knees and be active in the political process that threatens to destroy the building blocks of our society. It is important that as Salt of the Earth we do not compromise or loose flavor; that we do not distort; leave out; or manipulate The Word of God. It is our job to introduce Christ as the Risen Savior and encourage the lost to become part of our family. Not the other way around.
Am I saying that if you do not agree or operate in the bounds of a traditional marriage, (no other union will be acknowledged by God fyi), that you can't love? No I am saying that God set the standard therefore His precepts or guides should set the structure.
For those who have children, brothers or sisters or other family and friends who practice living outside of God's boundaries, never stop praying for them. Never stop correcting them out of love and for your soul's sake never compromise with them. Because there will come a day when a account must be given.
It needed to be said.
-sj
Woman Thou Art Blessed
It was so awesome having my mom and dad here for a whole 7 days. I loved being able to host them. I especially enjoyed our conversations and how we wrapped our daily activities around each other.
I am such a blessed woman to be under the continuous care of my watchful guardians. Both learned and accomplished individuals they never stop looking for opportunities for me to showcase my skills.
The week leading up to the big event, (Launch Party 2015), was full of manic energy! I hadn't slept in several days because I was overcome with excitement. Once my parents arrived from St.Louis they started working right away, wanting to know where they could help. The day of the event came so quickly; I thought I was ready but quickly became overwhelmed. Yet they were still patient with me.
My Father, L. Taylor, offered prayer and introductions, while my mom was busy behind the scenes. I was so relieved that they were there. I was so full of joyful expectation that I almost forgot why I was there.
Once the dust settled and the event was over. Thank you's posted, the space cleaned and returned. I was exhausted as my lack of sleep finally caught up with me. But my Mom kept pushing; her and my husband put away the food and kind of organized the apartment while I went to bed.
The Monday following the event Nathan (our youngest son) had an appearance scheduled at our neighborhood Wal-mart to kick off their Children's hospital campaign. We needed to be at the store before 9 a.m. and wouldn't you know I overslept! Thankfully my dad came in my room and woke me up. My mom was already in the kitchen cooking breakfast and ironing clothes for the boys. Nathan was protesting but at least he had moved to the bathroom to start his clean up routine.
The whole time I was thinking how cool are my parents helping out like crazy to make sure we make this event. That we have provisions and I have books for purchase.
Isn't that just like GOD to design a relationship that never ends but just grows and evolve into the best of what humanity can offer one another. Love drove all of my parents activities that day. Love also inspired both my husband and I to pattern ourselves after my parents. Love allowed us to enjoy each other every moment we were together.
God is Love
My Parents model love
I excel because of love
Thanks Mom
Thanks Dad!!!
Your #1
I love you More than Air!
-sj
I am such a blessed woman to be under the continuous care of my watchful guardians. Both learned and accomplished individuals they never stop looking for opportunities for me to showcase my skills.
The week leading up to the big event, (Launch Party 2015), was full of manic energy! I hadn't slept in several days because I was overcome with excitement. Once my parents arrived from St.Louis they started working right away, wanting to know where they could help. The day of the event came so quickly; I thought I was ready but quickly became overwhelmed. Yet they were still patient with me.
My Father, L. Taylor, offered prayer and introductions, while my mom was busy behind the scenes. I was so relieved that they were there. I was so full of joyful expectation that I almost forgot why I was there.
Once the dust settled and the event was over. Thank you's posted, the space cleaned and returned. I was exhausted as my lack of sleep finally caught up with me. But my Mom kept pushing; her and my husband put away the food and kind of organized the apartment while I went to bed.
The Monday following the event Nathan (our youngest son) had an appearance scheduled at our neighborhood Wal-mart to kick off their Children's hospital campaign. We needed to be at the store before 9 a.m. and wouldn't you know I overslept! Thankfully my dad came in my room and woke me up. My mom was already in the kitchen cooking breakfast and ironing clothes for the boys. Nathan was protesting but at least he had moved to the bathroom to start his clean up routine.
The whole time I was thinking how cool are my parents helping out like crazy to make sure we make this event. That we have provisions and I have books for purchase.
Isn't that just like GOD to design a relationship that never ends but just grows and evolve into the best of what humanity can offer one another. Love drove all of my parents activities that day. Love also inspired both my husband and I to pattern ourselves after my parents. Love allowed us to enjoy each other every moment we were together.
God is Love
My Parents model love
I excel because of love
Thanks Mom
Thanks Dad!!!
Your #1
I love you More than Air!
-sj
Sweet Reflections
Mother's Day has come and gone. The restaurants are no longer packed to capacity. There are plenty of cards left on retailer shelves and the world has moved on to its next opportunity.
But not me. Not yet. My life has just slowed down enough to where I could record my reflections on motherhood both from my own experience and that of observing my mother.
Enjoy
-sj
From your Womb
To your Lap
You loved me
From the first of my steps
To the first of my hurts
You sheltered me
From my first sounds of laughter
To my first signs of understanding
You wondered with me
From my first hug
To preschool molds
You beamed
When the only thing I could give you
Was a thank you
You accepted my payment
When I struggled
and Smashed your heart
You forgave me
When I rebelled
You prayed me Through
When I returned
you rejoiced with me
Now here we are
And I am giving you what I have
Capturing your beauty
In the Art of Word
I love you Mother
-sj
But not me. Not yet. My life has just slowed down enough to where I could record my reflections on motherhood both from my own experience and that of observing my mother.
Enjoy
-sj
From your Womb
To your Lap
You loved me
From the first of my steps
To the first of my hurts
You sheltered me
From my first sounds of laughter
To my first signs of understanding
You wondered with me
From my first hug
To preschool molds
You beamed
When the only thing I could give you
Was a thank you
You accepted my payment
When I struggled
and Smashed your heart
You forgave me
When I rebelled
You prayed me Through
When I returned
you rejoiced with me
Now here we are
And I am giving you what I have
Capturing your beauty
In the Art of Word
I love you Mother
-sj
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