I read a news article today about Oprah saying she "wants respect for Obama". This has not set well with me at all! Respect must be earned, not something you demand! If you do not act in a respectable way, you will not be respected.
Now, let me first say, I have the UTMOST RESPECT for the OFFICE of The President of The United States of America! Before President Obama, I never had a problem- in my lifetime- showing respect for the office. I do not see that President Obama respects the OFFICE he holds! He continually bows to the leaders of other nations, "apologizes" for this nation, has said on numerous occasions that we are not an exceptional country. This does not show respect for the office he was elected to, in my humble opinion! He represents me and every other CITIZEN
of this great nation! If he is not proud of our country, or thinks we are not exceptional, why did he want to be the leader? HE is the one that chose to run for this office!
Friday, February 11, 2011
Thursday, February 10, 2011
REST
Tonight, I pray for rest. Yes, the prayer for rest includes myself, but I also pray for rest for this nation.
Last night some friends and I were discussing how we are on information overload. I find it very important to keep up to date with what is going on in the world- especially at a time when things are happening so fast.
I pray that if just for a few hours we can rest our brains and be renewed and refreshed.
I continue to pray for Congresswoman Giffords complete recovery. I also pray for her husband, Mark Kelly, that he would get rest as well. I am sure with all that has gone on in the last month he is quite weary.
I pray these things in Jesus Name, Amen.
Last night some friends and I were discussing how we are on information overload. I find it very important to keep up to date with what is going on in the world- especially at a time when things are happening so fast.
I pray that if just for a few hours we can rest our brains and be renewed and refreshed.
I continue to pray for Congresswoman Giffords complete recovery. I also pray for her husband, Mark Kelly, that he would get rest as well. I am sure with all that has gone on in the last month he is quite weary.
I pray these things in Jesus Name, Amen.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
OH, THE THINGS WE TAKE FOR GRANTED!
Once again, today is a day that I had to think about what I would write and pray about. As I have said previously, some days I just know all day what is on my heart, and what I feel God wants me to pray about publicly. Other days it becomes late in the evening and I still have no clue what direction God wants me to go. So I sit and wait on Him.
I am committed to praying every day for this nation. For our people. What started out as a prayer blog for Congresswoman Giffords after she was shot has turned into something very intriguing to me.
Today, for Congresswoman Giffords, I am still singing songs of rejoicing! It was reported that she is now talking. She was able to ask for toast this morning! I bet that had to be the best toast she has ever tasted!
Oh, the things we take for granted! I am sure Congresswoman Giffords never imagined that asking for a piece of toast would become a major milestone in her life. For a woman who has accomplished much in her life, and now represents the people of Arizona in Congress, I am sure she never imagined that her life would change so drastically in a split second.
I am committed to praying every day for this nation. For our people. What started out as a prayer blog for Congresswoman Giffords after she was shot has turned into something very intriguing to me.
Today, for Congresswoman Giffords, I am still singing songs of rejoicing! It was reported that she is now talking. She was able to ask for toast this morning! I bet that had to be the best toast she has ever tasted!
Oh, the things we take for granted! I am sure Congresswoman Giffords never imagined that asking for a piece of toast would become a major milestone in her life. For a woman who has accomplished much in her life, and now represents the people of Arizona in Congress, I am sure she never imagined that her life would change so drastically in a split second.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
SING UNTO THE LORD A NEW SONG
This afternoon I received a tweet that changed my day!
What started out as a very unbelievably angering day ended in a much different way than it began.
What started out as a very unbelievably angering day ended in a much different way than it began.
Monday, February 7, 2011
BROKEN MORAL COMPASS
Over the last several years there have been more and more stories of sexual abuse that just boggle my mind. Yes, I know that sexual abuse has happened throughout the ages, and it's just now becoming more talked about. What is shocking to me is how many women are accused of sexually abusing children.
While any sexual abuse is reprehensible, it's almost "expected" that a fair number of girls will be molested in their childhood. It's not right, it's not acceptable at all, but I think there is semblance of "expectation", so to speak, because of the depravity of our society.
While any sexual abuse is reprehensible, it's almost "expected" that a fair number of girls will be molested in their childhood. It's not right, it's not acceptable at all, but I think there is semblance of "expectation", so to speak, because of the depravity of our society.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
REMEMBERING A TRUE LEADER
Today we celebrate the 100th birthday of a true leader, Ronald Reagan.
Oh, how I miss him! This man was a true leader who stood up for his beliefs, recognized the exceptionalism of The United States, and was proud to lead this country.
As I watched the memorial today, actor Gary Sinise told the true story of how he came to be "Ronald Reagan" the movie star in Hollywood. At the time, he went by his nickname, Dutch. When they told him that wouldn't be a good stage name, he did not want a publicist making up a moniker for him, so he said he wanted to go by his real name- Ronald.
To me, this spoke volumes! Even back then, in a world known for glitz, glitter and make-believe, Ronald Reagan was nothing less than authentic.
Oh, how I miss him! This man was a true leader who stood up for his beliefs, recognized the exceptionalism of The United States, and was proud to lead this country.
As I watched the memorial today, actor Gary Sinise told the true story of how he came to be "Ronald Reagan" the movie star in Hollywood. At the time, he went by his nickname, Dutch. When they told him that wouldn't be a good stage name, he did not want a publicist making up a moniker for him, so he said he wanted to go by his real name- Ronald.
To me, this spoke volumes! Even back then, in a world known for glitz, glitter and make-believe, Ronald Reagan was nothing less than authentic.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
GOD PROVIDES FOR HIS PEOPLE
Once again, tonight, I've been having somewhat of a difficult time deciding what I would blog about. Some days, my topic is on my heart throughout the day, other days are like today.
I have committed to praying every single day for Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords total and complete recovery. As the days have passed by, it has evolved into praying for many things, spanning many topics.
I love to pray. I love spending time with my Creator and Savior. And yes, while I am in constant prayer in spirit most days, I still like to have this committed time of focus.
I've actually started this blog post/prayer earlier in the evening, and deleted what I had written. It just didn't seem like what God wanted me to pray about publicly.
I have committed to praying every single day for Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords total and complete recovery. As the days have passed by, it has evolved into praying for many things, spanning many topics.
I love to pray. I love spending time with my Creator and Savior. And yes, while I am in constant prayer in spirit most days, I still like to have this committed time of focus.
I've actually started this blog post/prayer earlier in the evening, and deleted what I had written. It just didn't seem like what God wanted me to pray about publicly.
Friday, February 4, 2011
A LITTLE GOOD NEWS
Since I originally started this blog to pray for and track the progress of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, I am dedicating today's blog post to her husband, Mark Kelly.
If you have followed this story at all, you know that Mr. Kelly is an astronaut with NASA, and has been scheduled to command the last space mission this April.
After his wife was shot last month he was undecided as to whether or not he would make the final trip in April. I have been in continuous prayer for both of them since the beginning if this tragedy. There are so many factors that are involved in making the smallest decisions in a situation like this, much less a major decision. I know it was not an easy situation that he was put in.
If you have followed this story at all, you know that Mr. Kelly is an astronaut with NASA, and has been scheduled to command the last space mission this April.
After his wife was shot last month he was undecided as to whether or not he would make the final trip in April. I have been in continuous prayer for both of them since the beginning if this tragedy. There are so many factors that are involved in making the smallest decisions in a situation like this, much less a major decision. I know it was not an easy situation that he was put in.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
A BURDENSOME STONE
As each day passes and more and more prophecy unfolds before our very eyes, there are times my breath is almost taken away.
These are indeed very exciting times, if you know Christ Jesus. For the scoffers and unbelievers, I'm sure the times are quite fearful.
Let me clarify this by saying no, I am not excited about the turmoil in the Middle East. I do not like violence going on anywhere. And yes, there is a slight reservation of apprehension of what all this is going to lead to in our very immediate future.
What I mean by the times being exciting that we are living in is that I never in a million years would have imagined that I would see prophecy unfolding so "perfectly" during my lifetime.
What I am finding difficult to do during these perilous times is how to adjust to the conflicting emotions.
These are indeed very exciting times, if you know Christ Jesus. For the scoffers and unbelievers, I'm sure the times are quite fearful.
Let me clarify this by saying no, I am not excited about the turmoil in the Middle East. I do not like violence going on anywhere. And yes, there is a slight reservation of apprehension of what all this is going to lead to in our very immediate future.
What I mean by the times being exciting that we are living in is that I never in a million years would have imagined that I would see prophecy unfolding so "perfectly" during my lifetime.
What I am finding difficult to do during these perilous times is how to adjust to the conflicting emotions.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
HISTORY COLLIDES WITH THE FUTURE
"For those who believe, no proof is necessary. For those who don't, no proof is possible."
Interesting. I saw this quote come across on twitter today, and it resounded with me. I retweeted it, not knowing who said it originally.
Later, I started thinking about what I would blog about today. I remembered this quote, and wanted to see who said it.
I was quite surprised when I found it it was actually Stuart Chase, a Neo-Socialist. I just skimmed the information about Mr. Chase, but it did not take two seconds for me to know without a doubt there is very little, if anything at all, that Mr. Chase and I would have in common.
Interesting. I saw this quote come across on twitter today, and it resounded with me. I retweeted it, not knowing who said it originally.
Later, I started thinking about what I would blog about today. I remembered this quote, and wanted to see who said it.
I was quite surprised when I found it it was actually Stuart Chase, a Neo-Socialist. I just skimmed the information about Mr. Chase, but it did not take two seconds for me to know without a doubt there is very little, if anything at all, that Mr. Chase and I would have in common.
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