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Archive for August, 2010
Prayer
“The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth.” -Psalm 145:18
“Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” -Romans 8:26
“Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” -Hebrews 4:16
To start the week I ask all to take time to pray for friends and family. God is working in many ways and sometimes all we can do is be in prayer. We lead such fast pace lives that we often don’t take time to “be still”. So pray. Let your prayers be the most intimate conversations you have with God, as Francis Chan puts it.
“Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray.” -James 5:13
Party of 11
Friday night was a celebration of Layla’s birth. Our sweet little niece turned one year old! It was a night of toys, laughter, cake and family. There were ten of Layla’s cousins there to help her celebrate and beat open that stubborn pinata. I have a few (wink) pictures I’d like to share courtesy of Layla’s mom, Crystal.
This post is dedicated to you Layla. We love you!
The Birthday Girl
In case you didn't know, it's on my shirt
One girl...two cakes
Yum!
I'll get the candy out
Got it!
The Wheeler Family
More presents please
“But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” –Matthew 19:14
Overwhelmed by a Relentless God
I have been reading a new book [for the past 3 months] that Christina suggested to me. The subtitle knocked me off my feet: Overwhelmed by a Relentless God.
“And those whom he predestined he also called, and those whom he called he also justified, and those whom he justified he also glorified.” Romans 8:30
Read the entirety of chapter 8. I think you will find it overwhelming.
So far, I have managed to re-read the first two chapters three times. Not bad, yea? Well, maybe so; but this quote is sticking with us, so I’d like to share it.
Worry implies that we don’t quite trust God is big enough, powerful enough, or loving enough to take care of what’s happening in our lives.
Stress says that the things we are involved in are important enough to merit our impatience, our lack of grace towards others, or our tight grip of control.
Basically, these two behaviors communicate that it’s ok to sin and not trust God because the stuff in my life is somehow exceptional. Both worry and stress reek of arrogance. They declare our tendency to forget that we’ve been forgiven, that our lives here are brief, that we are headed to a place where we won’t be lonely, afraid, or hurt ever again, and that in the context of God’s strength, our problems are small, indeed.
Why are we so quick to forget God? Who do we think we are? I find myself relearning this lesson often. Even though I glimpse God’s holiness, I am still dumb enough to forget that life is all about God and not about me at all.-Francis Chan, Crazy Love, page 42
Uncomfortably relevant and good to hear.
4 Decades
Today was Mom & Dad’s 40th Anniversary: 40 years, six children and soon to be 13 grandchildren. Think on that.
Christina & I only have 37 more years to catch up to them.
We love you Mom & Dad.
So Far, Today…
Lincoln is a bit under the weather, or it could be his constant teething, so he’s been very calm and quiet. For all that know him this is not his normal behavior. Whenever he does have a cold he prefers to cuddle. Of course, as his mother, I can do this all day! This always brings me back to when he was born and then I realize how fast time has gone by. I’m sure all parents can agree that you blink your eyes and your “babies” are walking, talking and telling you “no” because they that’s now their favorite word. Lincoln’s way of telling us he wants to be held is by saying “hold ya” with his arms up. So I will cherish theses moments of “hold ya”.
FLASHBACK!
Lincoln at one week old
Too cute!
“But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called ‘today’, that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin. For we have come to share in Christ, if indeed we hold our original confidence firm to the end.” – Hebrews 3:13-14
ON TIME & ENERGY
AS A HUSBAND AND FATHER, few things seem to merit much use of the above two topics of this title: TIME & ENERGY. It seems to me, someone of these roles should carefully safeguard how they are using these two key elements of their daily lives. I spend T & E on my family, but I don’t believe I could ever over exhaust my appreciation for Christina and seriously doubt I could ever play too hard with Lincoln for his 2 year old liking.
HAVING NO FUN AT ALL
Still further, as a Christian: I know I will never know more of God than I need, seek more of his will than I ought, or carry out more of his work than He will give me the strength to.
So I need to better safe guard the use of these daily elements. Man up. Don’t pursue things of your inherited nature. Rest in God’s promises and spend your time & energy: wisely. A pep-talk from the sideline, maybe, but I need it often. I need to be reminded to wisely use my time and energy, to keep from wasting it in vain pursuit.
TONIGHT, Lincoln & I spent some T & E together bicycle riding. From the picture you can see he had no fun at all. I absolutely love to see these looks of ‘what’s next’ in his eyes. Many treasures attributed to parenthood can’t begin to rank up next to that one natural reaction. But it takes time and energy. And I would never have the patience if God were not supplying it.
Here is my hope to consider:
Now you, brothers, like Isaac, are children of promise. But just as at that time he who was born according to the flesh persecuted him who was born according to the Spirit, so also it is now. But what does the Scripture say? “Cast out the slave woman and her son, for the son of the slave woman shall not inherit with the son of the free woman.” So, brothers, we are not children of the slave but of the free woman.
Galatians 4:28-31
I pray God gives me the strength to act as a child of the free woman, and spend my time and energy as such. Tonight, Lincoln had no problem letting me.
Hot Cinnamon Sparkle
So the somewhat cooler weather has started me thinking & wishing for fall/winter. This recipe comes from my 5th grade teacher and is perfect for the winter holidays. Maybe I’ll actually make it for you all this Christmas! It is as follows…
Ingredients:
1/4 c red grenadine syrup
1/4 c lemon juice
2 large cans of pineapple juice
9 oz bag of red hots
Directions:
Mix all ingredients in a crock-pot to heat. When the red hots melt, serve and enjoy!
Day of Play
Lincoln considers himself a very lucky little boy to have three (soon to be four!) of his cousins live literally just up the road. Lily, Ruby, Jubal and Lincoln had quite a fun morning today. With the weather being absolutely beautiful we decided to go for a walk & have playtime back at the house. Lincoln treasures his time with cousins as they are all his “buddies”.
Eating apples under a shade tree
Lily
Ruby
Jubal showing his muscles
“As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Abide in my love” – John 15:9
“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice.” – Philippians 4:4
“For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is a testimony given at the proper time.” – 1 Timothy 2:5-6
Between family and wonderful weather, today was truly a gift from God. But even in hard times I need to remember the love God shows and always rejoice in Him! By His grace are we even able to enjoy the time spent here on earth.
Good Morning
“I can do all things though Him who strengthens me” -Philippians 4:13
“And my God will supply every need of yours according
to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” -Philippians 4:19
It can be hard sometimes but what we see as a “need” , God does not. I think if we truly examine our “needs” we will find they are actually “wants” for our own pleasures and not for the glory of God. A lesson God is showing us in our own lives.
This morning has started off great…Lincoln slept in till 8:30! That’s pretty late for him. But he’s been all energy since then. It’s interesting watching him wake up because he goes straight for his favorite things every morning. So what are some of Lincoln’s favorite things? Here’s 10 :
1. his Bear
2. soy milk & chicken nuggets
3. wearing shoes but no shorts
4. the book ” The Icky Sticky Frog” byDawn Bently
5. talking about his cousin baby Bekah who lives in Guatemala
6.phones
7. playdough
8. brushing his teeth
9. his dog Bella
10. playing hard with Daddy!
Good Morning
Lincoln colors a frog for Aunt Briana
HE WILL PROVIDE.
He will. His word says so. Right now, our family is in the process of re-evaluating what that means.
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