Thankful Thursday ~ His Faithfulness

Before I start my post this week, I would to remind you that my friend Laurie at “Women Taking A Stand” will be hosting Thankful Thursday in the month of March.

For your steadfast love is before my eyes,
and I walk in your faithfulness.
(Psalm 26:3 ESV)

Over and over I see how distressed people are these days. Have you noticed that more and more people are fearful of their future? I often tell my friends that I don’t know where I would be without God in my life.

I know that life is not easy and not everything goes according to plan. Maybe life is not going according to our plans, but I know for certain that God is moving us in the direction of His plan. Paul in his letter to the Philippian church noted:

“Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”
(Philippians 4:11-13 ESV)

Sometimes I look at my situation and forget about God’s faithfulness. But when I look back at my life, I know that He always has been with me; moving me along His plan. Since I have gone through the highs and lows in life, God can use me to encourage others who are on a journey of despair. May I always share with others His faithfulness and love.

What are you thankful for this week? Please share by leaving a link to your Thankful Thursday post below.

Thank you for stopping by today. Remember: God is faithful and He will use your life story to bring others close to Him.

Love & peace,
Iris

Thankful Thursday Participants

1. The Minimalist Guide to Being a Thankful Wife
2. How To Deal With Anxious Thoughts
3. Beyond Romance
4. Six Years
5. Heather @ Living In the Moment
6. Reflections
7. Sarah @ The Fontenot Four
8. Kathleen πŸ™‚
9. bp @ Raindrops & Rainbows
10. lorig
11. Mia De Vries
12. Jess @ Homestead For Him

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Thankful Thursday ~ Inspiration

I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart;
I will recount all of your wonderful deeds.
(Psalm 9:1 ESV)

I cannot believe that we are in the month of September. Goodness, where did this year go…There was so much I had planned for 2012, but some things just have not yet been accomplished.

I have chosen the title ‘inspiration’ because there are so many things that inspire me. The number one inspiration is God’s Word. Lately I have been meditating a lot on the book of Joshua. As I had shared at LWG this week, Joshua has always been my Old Testament hero.

Don’t get me wrong, David has written some very inspiring Psalms, but Joshua shows me how to obey God. Joshua always followed hard after God; no questions asked. Joshua’s faith inspires me to trust and obey God, no matter where the road leads.

This year has had its challenges, but then again so does every year. We plan for things, but than our plans fall through. Believe me, during my husband’s sickness I have cried, stomped my feet, screamed out loud (in the car)…and laughed at myself. However, the greatest thing I have taken away from the ordeal was to trust God and now by His grace I try to obey Him…no questions asked.

What are you thankful for this week? What inspires you? Share with us by leaving a link to your Thankful Thursday post below.

Thank you for stopping by today. Remember: get inspired by God’s Word to see you through tough times.

Love & peace,
Iris

Thankful Thursday Participants

1. Laurie @ Women Taking a Stand
2. Tami @ The Next Step
3. I just wanted to help!
4. the Songs on the Way
5. A Bad Day
6. LaughingLady
7. Dana
8. Choose For Yourself
9. Mommy Time At Home
10. My Time is Not My Own
11. Melanie @ M&M
12. There is LIFE in the comments!
13. Easy ways to stay in the Word
14. Surrounded by You
15. Joyful!
16. bp
17. Mary
18. Christine@ Glory to God
19. Love Addict
20. Sarcastic Thank You’s – linky
21. Tiffany
22. Must We Be Baptized?
23. Chan@my life as a mum (link up)
24. Daily Journey
25. Pam – Pianissimo…
26. Chelle-I took the pledge…
27. Style N Season: Thank God for Mother’s Love
28. Kate@ Teaching What Is Good
29. A Moment with God
30. Fasting for Elizabeth

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Wonderful E-Book Store

Remember this post? If not, well I had a little challenge with the e-book reader our son gave me to find books for. Christianbook.com added an e-book section to their website. How cool is that!?!

Not only does Christianbook.com support my reader, but almost all readers (Kindleβ„’ devices are not supported). Currently you can find over 9,000 ebooks that range from Bibles, fiction, Christian living and so much more. Can you tell that I am excited πŸ™‚ …
To top off my excitement, Terri Blackstock’s novel “Intervention” can be currently downloaded for free (yes FREE). If you like suspense novel’s Terri’s books are for you. Years ago, I enjoyed Terri’s series “Cape Refuge” in book-format.

Will I completely go to e-books? I don’t think so. I still like to read real books. Not sure why, but there is something special about turning the page of a book; sort of exiting :).

What are you up to this Sunday afternoon? I am getting mentally ready for a newborn session. Butterflies have already assembled in my tummy. Even though I have had several portrait session, every session is unique and I still get nervous. I pray that I will capture some images that my client will enjoy for years to come.

Thanks for stopping in today. Remember: enjoy today and don’t think about what tomorrow may bring.

In Search Of…

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Philippians_4…Encouragement Scripture passages for the photo-book that I will be releasing in May 2010.

The subtitle of the book will be “Encouraged Through His Word”. I would like for you to leave me one of your favorite Scripture passages that encourages you when you have a rough day, week, month. Which Scripture passage do you ‘cling’ to? For me it is Isaiah 41:10:

Fear not, for I am with you;
be not dismayed, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you, I will help you,
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

So, what is in for you, you may wonder?!? I will draw a random contributor from this post to receive the first soft-cover print of my photo-book ($20 value). The mini contest will be open until next Friday, March 26th (my 5th-bloggy-versary date).

The title of the book is yet to be determined. I plan on having another contest for the title of the photo-book starting Friday, March 26th. So, I hope you will come back next week to find out more about the title contest. Would you also spread the word about these contests? I would greatly appreciate if you would mention it to you friends and family πŸ˜› .

Have a blessed Sunday afternoon and a peaceful coming week…