Tuesday, January 15, 2013

God's Good Gifts-Part 7


"Let us thank God heartily as often as we pray that we have His Spirit in us to teach us to pray.  Thanksgiving will draw our hearts out to God and keep us engaged with Him; it will take our attention from ourselves and give the Spirit room in our hearts."  ~Andrew Murray 

241. A healthy doctor visit for Nathan's one year appointment and strength for Mom as I had to hold him as he got 3 shots and a TB test.
242. After Christmas sales on several new books for Nathan's 25 days of Christmas books for next Christmas. 
243. Good health in a season where many are getting sick.
244. Servant hearted ladies who prepared dinner for an associational meeting with local pastors and church leaders.  
245. A fun photography session with a patient photographer for Nathan's one year pictures.
246. Time to catch up with a good friend.
247.  A fun at home date with Michael-food from local restaurants, great dessert, and a game of Scrabble.
248. A crock pot that makes preparing dinners so much easier.
249.  A new recipe for chicken tortilla soup on a chilly winter evening.
250.  A morning workout that helps me get energized for the day.
251. New wooden, magnetic letters and numbers that keep Nathan engaged while I cook dinner or wash dishes.
252. Opportunities to teach Sunday School each week, especially when the kids are listening well and are eager to answer questions about the lesson.
253. A warm, cozy, comfortable house to live in each day when the weather outside is bitterly cold, icy, and windy.
254. Quiet days at home to enjoy with Nathan.
255.  A little boy who loves to read books.
256. Watching Nathan push his little motorcycle all over the house, smiling and excited about getting around in this new way.
257. A book on hospitality that challenges, convicts, and encourages me in my role as a homemaker.
258. God's forgiveness and mercy when my attitudes and actions are sinful.
259.  Quiet times in the afternoon to read, reflect, pray, and sit.
260. New days that offer new beginnings and new opportunities. 

   

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