Three reasons to smile today!
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Romans 5; 1-5
Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation works patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope And hope makes us not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Spirit which is given unto us.
James 1;2-4
Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds,because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
Thank you for your prayers for Paul. He had three surgeries today. Everything went well. He is a bit sore tonight and just taking it easy. We feel relieved that all has been removed and we are hopeful for a clear pathology report sometime next week. Going into the John Wayne cancer institute is not an easy thing. Obviously everyone there has a story and reason for being there. I was struck down with humility today! I turned to say Hi to a lady who came in and sat next to us, and well, much of her face was missing! It made me realize we are all just passing through, this is not our forever, this is merely a skip of a rock across the water. None of us know what tomorrow holds. How joyous are hearts would be if we could really get past worrying about what lies ahead and and just live for today! I felt Paul and I had a real sense of peace as we drove home. Those hours were over. The sun was shining brightly, the mountains were covered in beautiful snow. I was praising God in my heart!
Thank you Lord, refine us, draw us near to you, hold us in your hands. -Amen!
Job 23;10
But He knows the way that I take ; when he has tested me, I will come forth as gold.
February 17th, 2009 at 1:22 am
Dear Jen,
It has not been so long ago that I did not know you are a writer like I am. Now , the words flow from your pen, or in your case, your fingers. Let them continue to come. You will never know how many seeds of joy you have planted with your talent. As you know, due to my challenge, I have been unable to create that which I love
so much, my writing. And now I am blooming again because of you. You have been my inspiration to think, to focus and to try again. Even from the depths of my sadness I read your words and have hope again. Thank you Jen. You’ve given me a precious gift. Love, AP