Feeliing better

1 John 1:8-10

If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. 9 If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 10 If we say that we have not sinned, we make Him a liar, and His word is not in us.

Self deception is real and God tell us so in His Word He has given to us.

If we say we sin not we deceive ourselves and there's nothing more to discuss.

Speaking this way shows our weakness: we haven't read the Book,

Read much and learn what He says and take a better look.

Confessing sin is our debt and when we do He acts.

It cleanses us from all unrighteousness and prepare us for enemy attacks.

Don't say you have not sinned, for that is a lie and makes God lie,

Just trust and commit your life to Him and upon His promises rely..(RP)

Thankfully I am doing better on the vertigo.  Yesterday I was wobbly,  but today not so much.  Margie had a good night also for which we are glad.  Today is physical therapy for Margie and I will do some shopping while there.  Thanks for praying for us.

What next?

Philippians 4:6-7 

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. 

Are you anxious, my friend, and troubled about things; let God's Word speak to you now, 

There's a reason we fret over much today; the Lord gives victory; let Him show you how.

We are nervous and worried in our daily walk, because we don't pray nor thank the Lord,

If you talk to the Lord when your emotions run high, He will answer and give a reward.

His peace is what we earnestly want right now, and praying to Him gives you this,

He gives peace to guard heart and mind; I know these things you should not miss.(RP)

A small case of vertigo hit me so I am working my way through this well-worn path.  It hits me hardest when getting out of bed.  So someone may suggest I just stay there.  I would rather be up and doing something.  Our grandson took pictures of Margie and me Sunday and I am working on those, editing and getting them ready to use in our book. We are grateful for Margie's good night of sleep.  I am well enough to get down to the drugstore for some over-the- counter medication for vertigo, then I'll stop by for a haircut on the way home.  Thanks so much for praying. 

Better

Psalm 138:8 

The LORD will perfect that which concerns me; Your mercy, O LORD, endures forever; Do not forsake the works of Your hands.

I'm so glad You're not through with me yet dear Lord; there's more You will do for me,

You perfect Your children in their own peculiar way, and to this we surely agree.

Your mercy is everlasting, and we count on this each day; It is certain this will not end,

And we praise You now from our hearts, because without a doubt upon You we can depend. (RP)

Thankfully Margie had a good night.  This is not the usual report she gives, so we are glad for a good night's rest. Yesterday we were blessed to have a call from Mr. Al Pick, from Shepherds Home.  It was a pleasure for him to bring us up to date on some of the goings-on there.  At noon when we returned from church, our son and grandson were at our house.  I was able to make them a latte and they returned to their home in Stanwood.   I read through an corrected approximately 95 pages of manuscript for our book.  Our editor friend, Laurel, now has it about half finished.  We are pleased with the progress.   Thanks so much for your prayers.

Worship

But those who wait on the LORD;Shall renew their strength; ;They shall mount up with wings like eagles,  ;They shall run and not be weary, ;They shall walk and not faint.  .Isaiah 40:31

Oh how refreshing to wait on the Lord, to hope in Him all the way,

He gives strength to His children and renewed life each day.

In Christ we can rise to the heights above,safely on His mighty arm,

And run without weariness all the way free from fears that alarm.

Help us Oh God to always trust in your wonderful promises true,

And know we can always have rest, and total peace with YOU.

We are happy we can go to church today for Bible study and worship.  Margie had a better night and we are thankful.  Laurel finished about half of the book manuscript so we are in the process of cleaning up those pages.  She has done a masterful job doing these necessary readings, and we are thankful for her help.  Believe it or not, it's raining now. We have had very little rain in more than a month.  Thanks, dear friends for praying. 

Memorial service

For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.Heb 4:12

God's Book the Bible stand the test no matter what may come,

It's powerfully strong for any life and it makes no difference where you're from.

This living Book, this instrument strong knows how to pierce a soul,

And all who embrace its teachings the Lord will make them whole.

This Word reads hearts and minds so well and discerns the thoughts of men,

And it will convict the sinner for sure and do it over and over again.(RP)

Yesterday I conducted a graveside service and today we attend one for a friend.  We will do some shopping in town.  I need to get more ink and paper for copies to go to the editor.  Margie had a better night for which we are thankful.   I am working ahead of schedule preparing for the Senior Center Bible study group which starts Sept. 6.  Thanks so much for praying.

Not so good

Deuteronomy 11:13-14 

And it shall be that if you earnestly obey My commandments which I command you today, to love the LORD your God and serve Him with all your heart and with all your soul, 14 then I will give you the rain for your land in its season, the early rain and the latter rain, that you may gather in your grain, your new wine, and your oil.

What a wonderful promise God gave to his own as we read these words above,

They came from His heart but a command strong and clear, all from His heart of love.

The command to love and serve with heart and soul, came to them that day,

And when obeyed He would supply their needs all along the way.

Lately Margie has not been sleeping well.  She thought she had it figured out, but last night was awake again.  The night before she was awake praying and concerned about our getting the book done in time for Christmas promotion.  At least she does something practical while awake. We pray she will be able to get her rest.  I have a graveside service today.  We appreciate each of you and thank you for your prayer support.

Busy

For I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content. 

Philippians.1:11 

It's hard to learn this lesson, Lord, for we who are so weak,

But give us faith  and courage, Your will to always seek.(RP)

As we move toward the end of the week, our schedule is getting filled.  We will mention things as they develop.  Today is prayer meeting and we are glad to meet with others for this time each week. Margie did not have a very good night.  Food allergies seem to be the problem this time.  Thanks so much for praying.