Okay, my goal is to write every day before Donna gets back. That means no matter how long the day has been or how many activities there are during the day and night, I have to write at least one paragraph. Sounds easy cheesy doesn't it. Well let me assure you it won't be. I have something going on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday night. Not to mention the craziness going on at work next week. So ya, don't act like ya'll know whatchyer talkin' about.
Women's brunch was lovely, the music beautiful and the food was good. The company was the best. I sat with Cyndi, Heather's aunt Pam, her grandma Lorene, and Janice (Cyndi's long time great friend). I always feel welcomed and loved when I go to Calvery Chapel by the ladies there and the circle I've been accepted into (Cyndi's). It's really a really wonderful experience to know that you are wanted by people that truthfully, don't know you all that well but are willing to bring you into the fold since you have one person's stamp of approval.
It's analogical of Jesus and our salvation. Without His "stamp" of approval (as our personal savior) God cares about us but can't have that relationship that is so freely given once we accept Jesus as the way, the truth, and the life. Then it's bring on the love and care that goes with this wonderful, priceless gift. Praise Jesus I have that gift that I am so unworthy of.
Father God,
Words cannot begin to describe how mind blowing your sacrifice was so that we could have this relationship. As a mother I understand sacrifice. I am not an unselfish person by nature, but my children have taught me to give, often more than I thought I had in me to give. Time, money, love, sleep, patience, the list is a really long one. But it is less than a tiny speck of what You have sacrificed for me and for all of us. For that I am as grateful as this pathetic wretch is capable of mustering. Your grace is sufficient for all that I have done and all that I have yet to do. The sheer depth of Your love is way beyond my incredibly fertile imagination. And though it is not nearly enough nor could it ever be, I thank You. Thank You for Your gift, it is the best one I'll ever receive.
Amen
1 comment:
I love God's grace - it's what brought us together and joins us as friends.
I love reading your comments about the brunch. What touched your heart really touched mine. I am soo glad that you feel loved in my "circle." You are very much a part of it. Sisters in Christ, that's us!!
Let's keep celebrating that "indescribable gift", and love some more people into the fold!
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