Tuesday's Thoughts

Yesterday when I picked Nick up from his Lacrosse fundraiser he got in the car and he said Mom do you know you have some great friends and family? I said yes I know that how do you know that? As he began to tell me about his fundraiser I begin to get that warm wonderful feeling my heart confirming what I already know and that is I do have some wonderful family and friends. With that being said I just want to thank everyone who helped Nick with his Lacrosse fundraiser and let you know how much I appreciate y'all helping him out. I did get a few texts from some of you stating that you did not get the link from Nick for the fundraiser so I have attached it below. Thank you all very much.

As you may recall from my previous post I have been reading the Chronological Bible and even though I have heard these stories a hundred times deer in my lifetime I'm still amazed at some of the details that I've either forgotten or that were just not ever told to me. In reading I realize how sinful so many of God's chosen people were. Before the 10 commandments they committed adultery, lied and  a few more interesting things that we now consider sin. I know I completely understand why the 10 commandments would necessary. I am eager to get past the point where the Ten Commandments come into play but I know even when a person is called by God sin is still and will always be an issue.

I guess I have com to appreciate the similarities between God our Father and our own relationships with our parents and our children's with us. As we strive each and every day to be more and more like Christ I am still very much comforted in knowing that if God has plans for us or wants to use this in any way he will find a way to do just that. There Is No Greater Love then the love of experienced where the loving merciful and gracious Heavenly Father.

It's not too late to join me in the chronological One Year Bible I personally and still a few days behind but I'm really enjoying reading it.

Well I hope you have all had a wonderful Tuesday and I just want to thank you all again for the support that you've given to my son Nick.

Below us the link.  Nick will receive the credit as long as an order is placed by 3:30 Wednesday.

https://www.gaschoolstore.com/Store/Category/5429?t=8c0b2870-253f-4533-a937-e4478da0419d
-Tammy

The list.......

We are into the 2017 year and I am already working on my list of things to accomplish. Most of the list is somewhat trivial but I am a list maker so perhaps I will start small and end big.

I have given a lot of thought about this, and to be honest I am not sure just how radical I can get with this but I have decided to "attempt" the minimalist life style. As many of you know I come from a big family and it always seemed like wall to wall clutter in our home but when you have 9 people in one house gathering and keeping this or that, things can become overwhelming quickly. Obviously, from previous posts over the 2016 year clutter has become a re-run in my thought process, perhaps it is age, or just a longing for more simple in my life.  I began with my kitchen, mostly because I have niece who could use many of the items I have been hoarding, for what I am not sure, but my kitchen cupboards are looking pretty awesome and I still have a few more to go through but I have already filled 4 boxes! Next I think I will tackle the linens, I mean who needs 30 plus towels, 10 bedspreads/comforters, 5 sets of sheets for each bed, etc., etc., etc., NO ONE!!!

In addition to attempting the minimalist lifestyle, I am also going to try to stay faithful in my "One Year Chronological Bible" readings. I have attempted this many times before, only to get so far behind in my readings that I just give up. Will this year be any different, I hope so. I am super encouraged and strongly desire seeking a better understanding of my Father and what His plans for my life will be this year. I have heard and read this verse many times before, but it struck at my core and for the first time it resonated in me. Hebrews 4:12; "For the word of God is ALIVE and ACTIVE. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thought and attitudes of the heart". This is POWERFUL! Would love to hear if any of you choose to read it also.

I don't usually make New Year's Resolutions so why start now. I will say there is something refreshing about a new year that makes us feel like we can make this year better than the last, I don't usually get fired up until just before spring, that seems to be my awakening period of resolutions, but just for the record these are plans that I have been making I am just getting started, ya know had to finish the list first!

Over the next several weeks I am doing a study on the Beatitudes so look for me to do some blogging about that one.

Have a great day my friend....everyday!

-Tammy