God Is There

God Is There
When the sky is dark...
  He is there.
When you are all alone...
  He is there.
When nothing goes your way...
  He is there.
When you are in pain...
  He is there.
When people are against you...
  He is there.
When you are frightened or worried...
  He is there.
When those you love are in crisis...
  He is there.
When you feel as if God is far away...
  He is there.
When doubt and confusion weigh you down...
  He is there.
When you are about to breathe your last...
  He is there.
And where God is, there is always hope.
(Author Dr, Steve Stephens)

QUILT OF HOLES

Quilt of Holes

As I faced my Maker at the last judgment, I knelt before the Lord along with all the other souls.

Before each of us laid our lives like the squares of a quilt in many piles; an angel sat before each of us sewing our quilt squares together into a tapestry that is our life.

But as my angel took each piece of cloth off the pile, I noticed how ragged and empty each of my squares was. They were filled with giant holes. Each square was labeled with a part of my life that had been
difficult, the challenges and temptations I was faced with in every day life. I saw hardships that I endured, which were the largest holes of all.

I glanced around me. Nobody else had such squares. Other than a tiny hole here and there, the other tapestries were filled with rich color and the bright hues of worldly fortune. I gazed upon my own life and was disheartened.

My angel was sewing the ragged pieces of cloth together, threadbare and empty, like binding air.

Finally the time came when each life was to be displayed, held up to the light, the scrutiny of truth. The others rose; each in turn, holding up their tapestries. So filled their lives had been. My angel looked upon me, and nodded for me to rise.

My gaze dropped to the ground in shame. I hadn't had all the earthly fortunes. I had love in my life, and laughter. But there had also been trials of illness, and wealth, and false accusations that took from me my world, as I knew it. I had to start over many times. I often struggled with the temptation to quit, only to somehow muster the strength to pick up and begin again. I spent many nights on my knees in prayer, asking for help and guidance in my life. I had often been held up to ridicule, which I endured painfully, each time offering it u p to the Father in hopes that I would not melt within my skin beneath the judgmental gaze of those who unfairly judged me.

And now, I had to face the truth. My life was what it was, and I had to accept it for what it was.

I rose and slowly lifted the combined squares of my life to the light.

An awe-filled gasp filled the air. I gazed around at the others who stared at me with wide eyes.

Then, I looked upon the tapestry before me. Light flooded the many holes, creating an image, the face of Christ. Then our Lord stood before me, with warmth and love in His eyes. He said, 'Every time you gave over your life to Me, it became My life, My hardships, and My struggles.

Each point of light in your life is when you stepped aside and let Me shine through, until there was more of Me than there was of you.'

May all our quilts be threadbare and worn, allowing Christ to shine through!

God determines who walks into your life ....it's up to you to decide who you let walk away, who you let stay, and who you refuse to let go.'

When there is nothing left but God that is when you find out that God is all you need.
(Author Unknown)

TAKE COMFORT

For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. (2 Corinthians 4:17)

Todays(9/26/10) Word of Encouragement

These sufferings of ours are for your benefit.
And the more of you who are won to Christ,
the more there are to thank him for his great
kindness, and the more the Lord is glorified.
That is why we never give up. Though our
bodies are dying, our inner strength in the
Lord is growing every day. These troubles and
sufferings of ours are, after all, quite small and
won't last very long. Yet this short time of distress
will result in God's richest blessing upon us forever
and ever! (2Corinthians 4:15-17 TLB

A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT

I don't recall how these encouraging words came to me
and I don' know the Author. I just know that the Lord led me to post them today for you.

GOD WATCHES OVER YOU

Have no fears or worries,
Simply be at rest—
Trusting in your Father,
He knows what is best.
His love rests upon you,
Angels are everywhere—
Your heart can be certain
You are in His care.
Mercy, grace, and kindness
His love freely brings—
Faithfully He’ll keep you
Covered by His wings.
Everything He’s promised
He will surely do—
God, Who sees the sparrow,
Watches over you.

Psalm 91:4 He shall cover you with His feathers, And under His wings you shall take refuge; His truth shall be your shield and buckler.

A Encouraging Prayer

This really blessed & ministered to my heart today so
I'm passing it on to encourage & bless others.

Someone is praying for you today...

Posted: 18 Sep 2010 08:13 PM PDT:

 Author: Heart To Heart With Holley

Lord,
Thank you for the one reading these words right now. You know her name, her needs, her heart.
I pray you would give her what she needs most.
Bring peace that settles her soul and brings calm to her life.
Fill her with joy that bubbles up from deep inside again.
Provide hope that sees her through to the plans you have for her.
Surround her with love every step of this journey.
Most of all, give her more of you.
I'm so glad you're with her right now and that you will be always.
 In Jesus Name Amen.

 

Words of Encouragement for the day.

As for God, His way is perfect; The word of the Lord is proven; He is a shield to all who trust Him.
(2 Samuel 22:31)


The following is a encouraging blog I follow,
hope you are as encouraged & blessed by it as I am.
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When you have one of those days:Heart to Heart by Holley

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 07:44 PM PDT
http://holley.dayspring.com


One of those days.
We all have them.
When the road seems too long.
The night seems too dark.
The hill seems too steep.


I've been there.
And as I prayed,"How do I find the hope I need?"
It seemed Someone Who Loves Me whispered...


One of these days.
One of these days all your troubles are going to disappear.
One of these days every tear will be wiped from your eyes.
One of these days you'll trade your sadness for joy.
 For good.


I'm glad our hearts can hang on to that hope when we have one of those days...

and always.

http://heiressoflight.blogspot.com/

THIS ENCOURAGED MY HEART TODAY

I'm passing on a insert from a e-mail I received today from a very speacial friend. Hope it encourages & blesses your day too.


MY OATH TO YOU...

When you are

sad.....I will dry your
tears.

When

you are scared.....I will comfort your fears.



When
you are worried......I will

give you hope.

When you are

confused......I
will help you cope.



And when you are lost...and can't see

the light, I
shall be your beacon...shining

ever so bright.

This is my oath.....I


pledge till the end.

Why you may

ask?....Because you're my friend.




Signed: GOD