How long has this been?

You wouldn’t want to be the one to hurt others just so you can prove your point, right? Or that’s how much you need to do to look strong? These are questions. I don’t know the answers. I’m just taking all that in until I give up or grow kind.

I serve a God who loved and loves me through it all. May I do the same for each and every person I encounter. May I never get tired through the years. And may those who purposely hurt experience God’s love more and more that they will end up sharing it to others — even when they are hurt by others, too. May it be all about God since it’s His love that’s been getting us through it all.

Sleep sweet from this side :)

By God’s grace, last night and this morning were quality quiet time. I embrace His clear reminders on prayer and KEEPING CALM. Anger may not always come out but whatever cracks we have in the heart will eventually show. His reminders for me to fight the inner pride-driven will is so clear that even today’s Love Dare is against anger. Praise God for 2 Samuel 7 and Proverbs 14:29 and His presence that leads and enlightens in prayer :) This devo in the picture is a part of the iPhone free app Life Lessons by Ptr. Max Lucado. A beautiful Thursday by God’s grace ❤
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By God’s grace, last night and this morning were quality quiet time. I embrace His clear reminders on prayer and KEEPING CALM. Anger may not always come out but whatever cracks we have in the heart will eventually show. His reminders for me to fight the inner pride-driven will is so clear that even today’s Love Dare is against anger. Praise God for 2 Samuel 7 and Proverbs 14:29 and His presence that leads and enlightens in prayer :)

This devo in the picture is a part of the iPhone free app Life Lessons by Ptr. Max Lucado. A beautiful Thursday by God’s grace ❤

Teach With Joy: A Beautifully Untouchable Space

“… On our way to Casa Marcos, I actually made the mistake of asking Edric if I could call the kids and tell them where we were going to have dinner. He turned to me and was like, “Are you serious? No. You don’t need to call the kids. This is you and me time.” Of course, he was right.

This time is supposed to be “sacred.” There can be 10 million things going on in our lives but when we choose to be fully present for one another, communication magic happens. We listen, exchange ideas, share our longings, fears, dreams, and confess (if necessary) anything that might be a threat to our relationship or to our walk with the Lord. There is vulnerability and accountability, a lot of laughter…hallmarks of oneness and connectedness – intimacy. …”

“As a wife, I may not be able to solve Edric’s problems or win his battles for him. Honestly, there are occasions when I don’t know how to encourage him or what to say to make him feel better. But, he has more than once told me that all he needs from me is to listen, pray for him, and focus on my role as a wife.”

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“Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.”
-Proverbs 16:24

“But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, slander, and obscene talk from your mouth.”
-Colossians 3:8

“Whoever guards his mouth preserves his life; he who opens wide his lips…

Gabe knows that when a person is dead there is no life and no chance of being back to life. Gabe also knows what sleeping is, it is rest time and people wake up from it. I taught him almost 2 years ago that “true love’s kiss” can always wake up mom from her sleep. So… Can you imagine how many kisses I get a day? And yeah, include the moments I pretend to be asleep; he knows it, too, but still kisses me anyway ❤

Unconditional yet thoughtful love by God’s amazing, radiating grace :’) Thank You, Lord Jesus, for showing us the truth in love and how wonderful it works!

Done with a TAKE 2 on the Book of 1 John :)

We know that God’s children do not make a practice of sinning, for God’s Son holds them securely, and the evil one cannot touch them. (1 John 5:18)

We have to thank the Lord Jesus for each and every day we make it by faith! It’s our obedience but more than that, it is His powerful love ❤ Our Redeemer lives. Sweet Saturday in God’s presence :)

It’s midnight and MY EXCITEMENT CAN OFFICIALLY RISE! Hahahaha. Oh my ❤ Later’s going to be wonderful :’) Lord Jesus, please prepare the way for today and have it all Your way. Please join us and exalt Your presence in this lovely celebration of marriage :D Thank You for blessing our Jen with a family she can call her very own. Lord God, You are great, so great in all that You do. Thank You!!
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It’s midnight and MY EXCITEMENT CAN OFFICIALLY RISE! Hahahaha. Oh my ❤ Later’s going to be wonderful :’)

Lord Jesus, please prepare the way for today and have it all Your way. Please join us and exalt Your presence in this lovely celebration of marriage :D Thank You for blessing our Jen with a family she can call her very own. Lord God, You are great, so great in all that You do. Thank You!!

No, I can’t stop talking about weddings for now.

My best friend from high school’s freshman year is getting married this weekend and I’m too excited and highly emotional :’) Prayer for her to become a PROVERBS 31 WOMAN and it’s only possible in the Lord Jesus. Please do pray for my totally beautiful friend, Jen :) Thank you!

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FEEL MY EXCITEMENT AND JOY! Haha… I’m so going to cry tomorrow!

And ALL THE MORE when the time comes that some or all of my closest childhood girl friends get married!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ❤ Each of their wedding will be a flashback of memories that were not about makeup, fashion, or being popular. Memories that were innocently made and remarkable out of love. Laughter over mistakes and tears out of lessons learned.

Praise God for friendships that stay strong or have been redeemed :)