Wow- What a conference... You ladies are "CUTE" and You ladies are one of a kind. What joy it gave Lisa and myself to be able to share his love for all of us with you. I don't know about you guys, but I think Keith should cook breakfast for us every morning, I will meet you there!! Sincerely, from our hearts- Thank you for the love you have shown us, Thank you for your prayers, Thank you for making our first conference one to remember. God Bless each and everyone of you!!!
Love,
Lisa & Deana
P.S. Lisa says "To the Left"

In my pursuit

I was asked recently a question from, "Curious George" that had to do with a third party, the question was, "What fruit does this person bear." Curious George asked in a way of a statement, as to imply or insinuate they knew the answer.
I had two thoughts;
1) A person who attempts to lure you into a debate-surely can't have anything of merit to say.
2) I wanted to defend the innocent third party, who didn't know that this question, rather statement was made.
I compromised with;
A) I answered and shared a resent number of events I was privileged to observe, where fruitfulness was evident with this person. (It took all of 20 seconds)
B) I ended the topic, because I believe we are not in control of what people think or choose to believe.
Interesting enough, days following I have been privileged to witness a series of events involving , Guess who Curious George..
Wow, interesting demeanor. How intriguing it is to me that some seem to have the knack to critic others in their walk, don't seem to possess the talent to judge themselves.
Mathew Henry Commentary says, we must not sit in the judgment-seat, to make our word a law to every body. We must not judge our brother, that is, we must not speak evil of him.
Those that are unnecessarily extreme in pointing out flaws in others or unyielding in putting the spot light on the faults of others, simply amaze me. Reason being they seem to be so tolerant and indulgent of their own. Is that the definition of hypocrisy? Yes, I think it is.
My co-labourers in Christ, Can we start this new year off by believing the good before we assume the bad? Can we take as much time in prayer asking God to enlighten, educate, disclose, and acquaint us with ourselves as we do looking at others? To my sweet co-labourers who spend so much time in attempting to perfect yourself due to the judgement or critiquing of others, could you pray for God to allow you too see "YOU" through his, your creator's eyes. You are a masterpiece!!
In the pursuit of Christ, we all are beautiful. I love you much my fellow pursuers, I pray for God's strength and blessing on your road to home.

Siesta Momma encouraging us to memorize The Word.

Rejoice not against me, O mine enemy: when I fall, I shall arise; when I sit in darkness, the LORD shall be a light unto me.
Micah 7:8

The Wisdom fo King Solomon

Proverbs 16:32
He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

New Year's Resolution

I read about the SMART way to make goals.
S.M.A.R.T.
Specific (I will memorize 2 scriptures a month.)
Measurable (Can you visibly see the goal being obtained?)
Attainable (Cure world hunger-is WAY to big of a problem to complete in a year)
Realistic (Gathering donations and a food drive to help local shelters can be accomplished)
Time (Set a date-Monitor Yourself-If you have a friend who would be your accountability partner in this one area)(I tend not to tell, because I don't want anyone to know if I failed-but not this year-accountability)
My prayer is this
"In agreement with God's Word that says God has plans for me to give me 'a future and a hope,' (Jeremiah 29:11) I ask that God will keep a holy fire burning in me to accomplish his will in what he has called me to do, I agree with Isaiah 43:18-19 "Do not remember the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I do a new thing, now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it?" I will 'redeem the time' during this year. I fully understand that all goals are subject to change as I listen to his leading and remove my wants and desires. By His help these dreams of my heart shall become reality-I Love the Lord, I am thankful that every new year when I self reflect and I desire to grow as a follower of Christ-he doesn't change-he isn't making a new resolution-He has got this all together. How Awesome is he!!!"
I have a friend, She is called to teach-she is awesome, A Praise and Worship leader-You can see how she enjoys worship, She teaches while leading us in Worship. She can accomplish 50 tasks a day and I celebrate her gifts in Christ, what amazes me about her mostly is that she doesn't see it. It is my prayer and my goal this year is for all of us to discover the value of who we are in Christ. I am very thankful for her and her willingness to persevere and open herself up to share. God Bless my sister this year... and you.

January 1st

3 John 1:4
I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.
KJV