Women of Faith

What is a Woman?

blondeyy — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:49:15 -0800

What is a woman? She wears many hats - mother, daughter, *doctor* for her family, and at times a maid, a best friend, and - sometimes - all of this while being a career woman.

A woman physically is very dynamic and challenging. We produce our offspring, we nurse them, we help them grow into self-reliant adults. And we are blessed.

We nurture by nature.

When we surgically lose our ability to have children and we surgically lose our breasts - of which we were blessed with and have grown with through the years - are we still a woman? Will I still be a woman?

*As some of you already know, I have been struggling with breast cancer for the last three months. I did have my lumpectomy to try to preserve the breast, but it has, unfortunately, turned out that the lumpectomy was not enough.

After much consideration, I will, therefore, have the mastectomy.

*A post to think about. And prayers much desired.

Thank you,

Blondeyy

Doubt, one of Satans greatest foothold in your life

justanerd1975 — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:11:39 -0800

This is from my student study Bible. I hope you enjoy and it serves you.

The main question in the book of Job is timely:
Why do believers experience trails and suffering?

Through a long debate, Job's friends were unable to answer the question. They make a serious error for which God rebuked them.
They assumed that trouble comes only because people sin. People make the same mistake today when they assert that trouble comes
only when people sin. People make the same mistake today when they assume that lack of material blessing only comes with unconfessed
sin or lack of faith. Though rebelling against God normally, but not always,leads to an unhappy life, and following God normally, but not always,
leads to a happier life, God is in control.

In our world invaded by sin, suffering and calamity come to the good and bad alike.

This does not mean that God is indifferent, uncaring, unjust- or powerless to protect us.

Bad things happen because we live in a fallen world where both believers and unbelievers are hit with the
tragic consequences of sin. God allows evil for a time though he often turns it around for our good (Romans 8:28.)

We may have no answers as to why God allows evil, but we can be sure He is an all powerful God who knows what He is
doing.

When you face suffering, see it as an opportunity- an opportunity to turn to God for strength.
You will find a God who only desires to show you His love and compassion towards you.

If you can trust Him in pain, confusion, and lonliness, you will win the victory and eliminate doubt-
one of Satan's biggest footholds in your life!

Make God your foundation. You can never be seperated from His love.

Losing my Family - Gone so Quickly

blondeyy — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 03:54:49 -0700

I lost my family exactly one year ago next month - not to death. However, it feels the same way and just as bad. It is scary to think that all of your life you think you have a loving, caring family - bound by unseen arms of unconditional love. Then, in an instant, some hateful words exchanged, and 'poof' they are gone. I have spent the last year trying to 'deal' with this. I have prayed every night to my g'ma in Heaven that she would put love back into the hearts of my family for me, but to no avail. I kept thinking "Some day the damage done will fade and love will prevail". Now in the face of serious illness, I went to them again and asked for money to help me see a doctor who may give me options of what to do. All I have received is excuses and the occasional "I'm on the phone and will call you back" with, of course, no call back - no letter - no e-mail.........nothing. Just silence. Silence is actually louder than words of hate in a crisis. So, now, again, I feel like 'nothing'. I feel numb and that I am going through this loss all over again. So, I have come to realize that sometimes you have to cut people out of your life............backspace.........deleted. It is hard to lose your family, especially when they are still alive. I feel I have been thrown away - like a used tissue. I just wanted to share with all of you, however, these wonderful words I found that I feel EVERYONE should hear:

**Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints on your heart. To handle yourself, use your head; to handle others, use your heart. Anger is only one letter short of danger. If someone betrays you once, it is his fault; if he betrays you twice, it is your fault. Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people. He who loses money, loses much; he who loses a friend, loses much more; he who loses faith, loses ALL. Beautiful young people are accidents of nature, but beautiful old people are works of art. Learn from the mistakes of others. You can't live long enough to make them all yourself..
There is no beginning or end. Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is mystery. Today is a gift, that's why they call it the present.** (unknown)

Love one another, love your friends, love your family, be good to yourself and be true to your heart. Listen to your head. Keep on the right track, look both ways before crossing the street and, above all, don't lose faith.
Love from your 'sugar' friend Blondeyy

Carry My Cross

suebree96 — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 10:46:14 -0700

As long as I remember
I’ve been walking through the wilderness
Praying to the Father
And waiting for my time
I’ve come here with a mission
And soon I’ll give my life for this world

I’m praying in the garden
And I’m looking for a miracle
I find the journey hard but
It’s the reason I was born
Can this cup be passed on
Lord, I pray your will be done
In this world

So I’ll carry my cross
And I’ll carry the shame
To the end of the road
Through the struggle and pain
And I’ll do it for love
No, it won’t be in vain
Yes, I’ll carry my cross
And I’ll carry the shame

I feel like I’m alone here
And I’m treated like a criminal
The time has come for me now
Even though I’ve done no wrong
Father, please forgive them
They know not what they’ve done
In this world

Three more days and I’ll be coming back again
Three more days and I’ll be coming back again
[ Carry My Cross Lyrics on http://www.lyricsmania.com/ ]

The Wonderful Cross

suebree96 — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 10:30:32 -0700

Mighty To Save

suebree96 — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 10:18:13 -0700

Wishing All a Happy&Healthy Good Friday!

suebree96 — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:55:10 -0700

We rode into town the other day
Just me and my Daddy
He said I'd finally reached that age
And I could ride next to him on a horse
That of course was not quite as wide

We heard a crowd of people shouting
And so we stopped to find out why
And there was that man
That my dad said he loved
But today there was fear in his eyes

So I said "Daddy, why are they screaming?
Why are the faces of some of them beaming?
Why is He dressed in that bright purple robe?
I'll bet that crown hurts Him more than He shows
Daddy, please can't you do something?
He looks as though He's gonna cry
you said he was stronger than all of those guys
addy, please tell me why
Why does everyone want him to die?"

Later that day the sky grew cloudy
And Daddy said I should go inside
Somehow he knew things would get stormy
Boy was he right
But I could not keep from wondering
If there was something he had to hide

So after he left I had to find out
I was not afraid of getting lost
So I followed the crowds
To a hill where I knew men had been killed
And I heard a voice come from the cross

And it said, "Father, why are they screaming?
Why are the faces of some of them beaming?
Why are they casting their lots for My robe?
This crown of thorns hurts Me more than it shows
Father, please can't You do something?
I know that You must hear My cry
I thought I could handle the cross of this size
Father, remind Me why
Why does everyone want Me to die?
When will I understand why?"

"My precious Son, I hear them screaming
I'm watching the face of the enemy beaming
But soon I will clothe You in robes of My own
Jesus, this hurts Me much more than You know
But this dark hour I must do nothing
Though I've heard Your unbearable cry
The power in Your blood destroys all of the lies
Soon You'll see past their unmerciful eyes
Look there below, see the child
Trembling by her father's side
Now I can tell You why
She is why You must die"
[ Why Lyrics on http://www.lyricsmania.com/ ]

Interesting site

Schaianne — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 18:09:15 -0800

Thought I'd share a site a Stumbled to. http://www.everystudent.com/features/isthere.html
Very interesting read!

Praying for the King

Carrie Sue — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:38:24 -0800

I read a devotional this morning that really hit home with me. I don't agree with a lot of what our new president is doing right now. In fact, I downright hate it. But I believe one should pray for his nation and it's leaders. Still, it troubled me because I wasn't sure how to pray. How can I pray for my leader to succeed in something I don't believe is of God?
I read this prayer in that devotional; they didn't mention who wrote it or I would give credit. By the writing, though, it sounds like a very old prayer. Hope you get as much out of it as I did.

"Father of Lights, the time is dark and our eyes are dim. Our kings, ordained for the protection of the weak, expose them to death, yet cry 'hope.' Our people have lost their way and are deceived. Light in the Darkness, we call upon you that we may be undeceived and follow you once more. We humbly and earnestly implore you, not only that the evils in the land be turned back, but that we have the courage to stand against them. Holy Spirit, heaer our intercession for the repentance and conversion of those highly placed who do wrong. Renew a right spirit within them. We beg the same mercy for ourselved, who have stood by and called evil good. Assist our prayers, and enable us in all times and places to give you thanks. In the Name of the Trinity, Amen."

God, please help our nation...

Seeking the sun.......

blondey — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:44:50 -0800

Many of you have read my first blog "Broken Open". If you haven't, THIS post may not make sense to you. My new found faith and love for my God is strong - I never gave Him a thought until I lost everything (in everything I mean my family, job, home). I was very selfish all my life. I started praying (out of nowhere) for help from Him, and I reached out in this forum. I found friends, kind words of comfort and wise advice I need. I just feel like I am struggling every day, however, and it is wearing me down. I pray for strength and endurance. I haven't been a 'good' person many times in my life. Do I deserve His help? I keep questioning this. I still feel a bit cloudy at times, like I am reaching for the sky to move the clouds. I lived in a world of instant gratification in all aspects of my life, and I want all of my problems solved now. But, I know that is impossible - I have to keep taking it day by day - tackling priorities one by one. I feel undeserving to keep asking Him to please help me - give me strength, give me endurance, give me a good job, give me a home of my own again, give me health, give me my family back................ I ask for forgiveness a LOT, and there is a LOT to forgive, so I ponder do I even deserve His help? I hope I do.