Everyday Thankfulness- Feb 5th

I am keeping it simple today, for I have been sick for about 3 days now and no energy to be at the computer. 

Today, I am thankful for my bed, a bed that is comfortable with lots of pillows and soft blankets on days like this, when I am not feeling well.  And the little girl that lays beside me, making me watch the same shows over and over again...lol! I am now an expert on Little Bear, Peppa Pig, Super Why, Wonder Pets, Yo Gabba Gabba and her favorite movies..Alvin and the Chipmunks and Because of Winn Dixie. :) I am looking forward to "two" little ones snuggling in my bed with me, can't wait. 

Happy Sunday

*Vicki*

Everyday Thankfulness - Feb 1st - My sister

I am a few days behind on this blog, but instead trying to back track...I'll just start from today. :)

Today, I am thankful for my sister.  She is an amazing person,wife, mom of 3,  non-judgmental, understanding, a true woman of God, talented writer, cancer survivor, great listener & my inspiration.  

I am truly blessed to be her sister, & look up to her in many ways.  I want to share her story/testimony about her cancer.  Here is the link to her blog.  I don't think I could have had as much strength as she did, she is an inspiration to me & many others. She is my best friend. I hope my girls have this kind of relationship. :)

http://isthatyoulord.blogspot.com/search/label/celebrate?m=0

I love you, my sweet sister! :)

"Sisters"

Everyday Thankfulness - Jan 28th

Today, I am thankful for who I am in Christ. I doubt these things on a daily basis, but God's word is true & I am so glad that it is.

I am accepted...
John 1:12 - I am God's child.

John 15:15 - As a disciple, I am a friend of Jesus Christ.

Romans 5:1 - I have been justified.

1 Corinthians 6:17- I am united with the Lord, and I am one with Him in spirit.

1 Corinthians 6:19-20 - I have been bought with a price and I belong to God.

1 Corinthians 12:27 - I am a member of Christ's body.

Ephesians 1:3-8 - I have been chosen by God and adopted as His child.

Colossians 1:13-14 - I have been redeemed and forgiven of all my sins.

Colossians 2:9-10 - I am complete in Christ.

Hebrews 4:14-16 - I have direct access to the throne of grace through Jesus Christ.

I am secure...
Romans 8:1-2 - I am free from condemnation.

Romans 8:28 - I am assured that God works for my good in all circumstances.

Romans 8:31-39 - I am free from any condemnation brought against me and I cannot be separated from the love of God.

2 Corinthians 1:21-22 - I have been established, anointed and sealed by God.

Colossians 3:1-4 - I am hidden with Christ in God.

Philippians 1:6 - I am confident that God will complete the good work He started in me.

Philippians 3:20 - I am a citizen of heaven.

2 Timothy 1:7 - I have not been given a spirit of fear but of power, love and a sound mind.

1 John 5:18 - I am born of God and the evil one cannot touch me.

I am significant...
John 15:5 - I am a branch of Jesus Christ, the true vine, and a channel of His life.

John 15:16 - I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit.

1 Corinthians 3:16 - I am God's temple.

2 Corinthians 5:17-21 - I am a minister of reconciliation for God.

Ephesians 2:6 - I am seated with Jesus Christ in the heavenly realm.

Ephesians 2:10 - I am God's workmanship.

Ephesians 3:12 - I may approach God with freedom and confidence.

Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

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*Vicki*

Everyday Thankfulness - Jan 26th

Today, I am thankful for God's unfailing love. He loves me more than I can ever fathom and I am beginning to grasp that.  God is working on my heart in many areas and I am so grateful to him, that he cares enough to make me in to the woman of God he has called me to be. 

Psalm 33:22(NIV) 

"May your unfailing love rest upon us, O lord, even as we put our hope in you."  

Lamentations 3:22 – 25

Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. I say to myself, “The LORD is my portion; therefore I will wait for him.” The LORD is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him. ” (NIV)

Psalm 90:14
  (NIV)

Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, 

   that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days.


*Vicki*

Everyday Thankfulness - Jan 25

January 25, 2012 Today, I am thankful for prayer.  Prayer is a very important part of my life & I truly believe GOD answers prayers. 

 Philippians 4:6-  (NIV) 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 

 *Vicki*

Everyday Thankfulness - Jan 22-24th

I am a few days behind, but I knew exactly what I would write...I had in written in my head...lol!! My sweet little, clingy one wouldn't let me get to my computer. But, it's all good. :)

January 22, 2012

Today, I am thankful for God's forgiveness.  It is so wonderful to know that I can repent & ask forgiveness & he forgives, & doesn't hold it over my head.  God is so good! :) 

Psalm 103:8-12 The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. He will not always chide, nor will he keep his anger forever. He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him; as far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us.

“Forgiving and being forgiven are two names for the same thing. The important thing is that a discord has been resolved.”  ~ C.S. Lewis 

January 23, 2012

Today, I am thankful for Rylee Rae Smith.  My sweet, 3 year old, gift from God...that has completely changed my life for the better & her smiles & laughter just making life amazing!!   Even on days like today, with her CRANKINESS & FIT THROWING...I still love her with all I have in me.  I am so grateful I get to spend everyday with her at home.  How could I ever get mad at this face...?? :)

January 24,2012

Today, I am thankful for my husband.  

I am so grateful that he works so hard, so that I can stay home with our sweet little girl, & the one on the way! He is the best daddy & helps me with her so much!  He is a great man!  Great provider, great daddy, wonderful husband, I am blessed! 

*Vicki*

Every Day Thankfulness - New Goal

Wow, its been quite sometime since I have have written on or thought about this blog.  Life just gets busy and my goals for this blog just seemed to disappear.  However, I hope that I can keep up with my latest goal, which is to be THANKFUL for something everyday and keep track of it.  Its is so easy to only feel thankful when we receive what we need, but what about all the things we already have, without a thankful heart...we take many things for granted.  I  personally do not want to be that anymore, for even in my most difficult trials, I know I have much to be thankful for.  And I truly believe that doing this can change me as a person and I am looking forward to that..  I am growing and learning to trust GOD through many things right now, and I believe that all will work out, for that is his promise to me.  I would have liked to have started this on Jan 1st, but today is as good as day as any...!!  

January 21, 2012

I am thankful for my parents, for they are the reason I believe the things I do, they instilled in me my values, morals, and beliefs and I am so grateful for them.  Its hard to see those things when we are growing up, the "teenager stage", but when you have kids of your own....you appreciate they things they told you and hope that you can teach your kids too.  I am so thankful for Christian parents, that they pray for me ALL the time and that they love GOD like they do, such an example. 

I hope that you will continue this journey with me....and maybe feel the need to have more of a thankful heart.  Its like Thanksgiving everyday...(without the food...lol).

*Vicki*