IN GOD WE TRUST

Has the motto of this nation become obsolete?

IN GOD WE TRUST

Is this true anymore?

Today we celebrate Independence Day...but let's remember that we are always dependent on our God.

Christians! Let's join together and let everyone know that our trust is in God alone!

Praise HIM today for the freedom we enjoy in this country.

Freedom

Christians have been set completely free from the condemnation of the law and sin. This is not a freedom we have accomplished on our own. NO! This is a freedom that only Christ has given and we have received by faith.

It's so sad to think that Christians today turn their backs on that freedom and try to find their own version of freedom. We think of freedom as being able to do anything we want. But, this so called freedom only puts us back into the yoke of slavery.

I have a friend who is being tempted b the world. He is thinking it has some freedoms to offer him. This is a trap that is easy for me to get into also. I see the things my flesh desires in the world and I want to go toward it.

It reminds me of a scene in the movie NEMO. Marlin and Dory are deep in the sea and they see a pretty light. It hypnotizes them and carries them along until they are in the trap of a predator. This is what this world has to offer.

In Galatians 5:1, Paul reminds us to stand firm. It takes effort on my part to stay in this place of liberty. It isn't that Jesus pulls it away from us, but we will leave the freedom for what seems like greener pastures. We begin to believe a lie and move away from this freedom. We must stand firm in the TRUTH God gives us.

Galatians 5:1
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.

From my heart,
Sheryl

Am I growing in Christ?

This is my question...am I growing in Christ?

I am teaching a Sunday School class. I am facilitating the Esther Bible Study. I am having my quiet time and praying throughout the day. But, am I really growing in Christ?

Please comment on what you do to grow in Christ. I would appreciate your comments. My heart is one that wants to be more and more like our Savior; but, I also want to have an intimate relationship with Him.

From my heart,

Sheryl

Difficult Roads

I'm taking a break from work to write something to you quickly.

My daughter is going through a very difficult time now. Her boyfriend of over 3 years decided to call their relationship "quits" and this really hurt her, as you can imagine.

I am amazed at her spiritual maturity. She is really seeking after God. She really wants to know Him on a deeper level and to know herself better as well.

She inspires me.

From my heart,

Sheryl

Turn my eyes away from worthless things; preserve my life according to Your Word.
Psalm 119:37

Mothers Day

This is my sweet daughter and myself at Easter...years ago. She is now 19 years old. I love this picture and I miss her being that young. But, just like then, we have a great relationship.

I am so thankful to be her Mom. She is the most godly young woman I know. I learn so much from her. She has a heart that is kind, loving, forgiving and unconditional.

Though I could never have children, God gave me Beth Ann when I married my dear husband. I am the only Mommy she has ever know.

I am so grateful to God for planning that when her mom went to heaven, He had us meet a year later, cultivate a relationship and marry when Beth Ann was 2 1/2 years old.

She is my best friend. I love her so much. Thank you, Gary, for making me a Mother. Thank you, Beth Ann, for letting me be your Mommy.

From my heart,

Sheryl

National Day of Prayer

Please be in prayer for President Obama and our country.

The president may not think it important to take time to kneel before our LORD and Savior on behalf of this country, but we know it is the most important thing we can do.

From my heart,
Sheryl