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Away until after the first of June

Hello folks,

This is Lise's blogger and I"m just letting you know there will be no posts until after the beginning of June. I'm heading down to spend some time with my mom as she recovers from hip replacement surgery.

Blessings,
Nancy

Proverbs 29-31

MISSION STATEMENT
MY DEEPEST DESIRE IN WRITING ON THIS BLOG IS TO BE ABLE TO SHARE ALL THE JOY, THE COMFORT, THE HOPE AND THE STRENGTH I RECEIVE CONTINUALLY FROM GOD, BY TAKING TIME TO OPEN UP TO HIM AND LISTEN TO HIM THROUGH HIS HOLY WORD IN THE BIBLE. I PRAY THESE MEDITATIONS WILL HELP THE READERS TO EXPERIENCE GOD’S LOVE FOR EACH ONE OF US IN A NEW AND EXCITING WAY. AMEN

Meditation: (Proverbs 30:5) God keeps every promise he makes. He is like a shield for all who seek his protection.

Personal Reflection and Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father - We need to know, feel, trust, believe and especially remember that You keep evey promise You make. Thank You for the assurance that You are a shieled for all who see Your protection. We are grateful for Your word, Lord, that we can rest, depnding on You and Your promises. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

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Proverbs 25 - 28

MISSION STATEMENT
MY DEEPEST DESIRE IN WRITING ON THIS BLOG IS TO BE ABLE TO SHARE ALL THE JOY, THE COMFORT, THE HOPE AND THE STRENGTH I RECEIVE CONTINUALLY FROM GOD, BY TAKING TIME TO OPEN UP TO HIM AND LISTEN TO HIM THROUGH HIS HOLY WORD IN THE BIBLE. I PRAY THESE MEDITATIONS WILL HELP THE READERS TO EXPERIENCE GOD’S LOVE FOR EACH ONE OF US IN A NEW AND EXCITING WAY. AMEN

Meditation: (Proverbs 27:6, Proverbs 28:25,27) A friend means well, even when he hurts you. But when an enemy puts his arm around your shoulder - watch out! Selfishness only causes trouble. You are much better off to trust the Lord. Give to the poor and you will never be in need. If you close your eyes to the poor, many people will curse you.

Personal Reflection and Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father - Here are beautiful proverbs to live by. We have a great need for these lessons of wisdom, Lord, especially in these days of so much stress and unhappiness. Teach us to trust in You. Constantly remind us not to be selfish and to help the poor. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

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Proverbs 22-24

MY MISSION STATEMENT
MY DEEPEST DESIRE IN WRITING ON THIS BLOG IS TO BE ABLE TO SHARE ALL THE JOY, THE COMFORT, THE HOPE AND THE STRENGTH I RECEIVE CONTINUALLY FROM GOD, BY TAKING TIME TO OPEN UP TO HIM AND LISTEN TO HIM THROUGH HIS HOLY WORD IN THE BIBLE. I PRAY THESE MEDITATIONS WILL HELP THE READERS TO EXPERIENCE GOD’S LOVE FOR EACH ONE OF US IN A NEW AND EXCITING WAY. AMEN

Meditation: (Proverbs 22:1,6, Proverbs 23:13) If you have to choose between a good reputation and a great wealth, choose a good reputation. Teach a child how he should live and he will remember it all his life. Don't hesitate to discipline a child. A good spanking won't kill hiim. As a matter of fact, it may save his life.

Personal Reflection and Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father - We thank You for these simple but profound words of wisdom. Be with us, Lord, as we choose a grood repuation over great wealth. May we all be good examples of how we should live, not by our words alone but especially by our actions. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

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Proverbs 19-21

MY MISSION STATEMENT
MY DEEPEST DESIRE IN WRITING ON THIS BLOG IS TO BE ABLE TO SHARE ALL THE JOY, THE COMFORT, THE HOPE AND THE STRENGTH I RECEIVE CONTINUALLY FROM GOD, BY TAKING TIME TO OPEN UP TO HIM AND LISTEN TO HIM THROUGH HIS HOLY WORD IN THE BIBLE. I PRAY THESE MEDITATIONS WILL HELP THE READERS TO EXPERIENCE GOD’S LOVE FOR EACH ONE OF US IN A NEW AND EXCITING WAY. AMEN

Meditation: (Proverbs 19:11, 17 & 21) If you are sensible, you will control your temper. When you give to the poor, it is like lending to the Lord, and the Lord will pay you back. People may plan all kinds of things, but the Lord's will is going to be done.

Personal Reflection and Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father - Help us be sensible and to control our tempers. It is easy to retaliate when we have been wronged. Dear Lord, guide us in our giving to the poor. In our lives of affluence, it is easy to forget the poor. May Your will be done in all our plans, Lord. Remind us, all things are for Your glory. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

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Proverbs 15-18

MY MISSION STATEMENT
MY DEEPEST DESIRE IN WRITING ON THIS BLOG IS TO BE ABLE TO SHARE ALL THE JOY, THE COMFORT, THE HOPE AND THE STRENGTH I RECEIVE CONTINUALLY FROM GOD, BY TAKING TIME TO OPEN UP TO HIM AND LISTEN TO HIM THROUGH HIS HOLY WORD IN THE BIBLE. I PRAY THESE MEDITATIONS WILL HELP THE READERS TO EXPERIENCE GOD’S LOVE FOR EACH ONE OF US IN A NEW AND EXCITING WAY. AMEN

Meditation: (Proverbs 16:1-3, 9) We may make our plans, but God has the last word. You may think everything you do is right, but the Lord judges your motives. Ask the Lord to bless your plans and you will be successful in carrying them out. You may make your plans, but God directs your actions.

Personal Reflection and Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father - Thank You that You have the last word. Help us bring our plans to You before we implement them. Remind us often, Lord, that You are the One who judges our motives. Keep us humble and coming to You always, for direction and advice. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

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Proverbs 12-14

MY MISSION STATEMENT
MY DEEPEST DESIRE IN WRITING ON THIS BLOG IS TO BE ABLE TO SHARE ALL THE JOY, THE COMFORT, THE HOPE AND THE STRENGTH I RECEIVE CONTINUALLY FROM GOD, BY TAKING TIME TO OPEN UP TO HIM AND LISTEN TO HIM THROUGH HIS HOLY WORD IN THE BIBLE. I PRAY THESE MEDITATIONS WILL HELP THE READERS TO EXPERIENCE GOD’S LOVE FOR EACH ONE OF US IN A NEW AND EXCITING WAY. AMEN

Meditation: (Proverbs 12:18, 13:3) Thoughtless words can wound as deeply as any sword, but wisely spoken words can heal. Worry can rob you of happiness, but kind words will cheer you up. Be careful what you say and protect your life. A careless talker destroys himself.

Personal Reflection and Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father - Thank You for those words of wisdom. Thank You for Your promises. Please, Lord, please bless us with Your wisdom and knowledge. Help us to be careful with our words and thoughts. Continue to protect us. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

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Proverbs 8-11

MY MISSION STATEMENT
MY DEEPEST DESIRE IN WRITING ON THIS BLOG IS TO BE ABLE TO SHARE ALL THE JOY, THE COMFORT, THE HOPE AND THE STRENGTH I RECEIVE CONTINUALLY FROM GOD, BY TAKING TIME TO OPEN UP TO HIM AND LISTEN TO HIM THROUGH HIS HOLY WORD IN THE BIBLE. I PRAY THESE MEDITATIONS WILL HELP THE READERS TO EXPERIENCE GOD’S LOVE FOR EACH ONE OF US IN A NEW AND EXCITING WAY. AMEN

Meditation: (Proverbs 11:1,2,20,25) The Lord hates poeple who use dishonest scales. He is happy with honest weights. People who are proud will soon be disgraced. It is wiser to be modest. The Lord hates evil-minded people, but loves those who do right. Be generous, and you will be prosperous. Help others, and you will be helped.

Personal Reflection and Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father - Thank You for Your proverbs and teaching. Give us the desire to use them as a way of life with You. We pray the Lord's Prayer, 'lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil'. May you bless us with Your grace, direct our lives and enable us to be modest, just and generous. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

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Proverbs 4-7



MY MISSION STATEMENT
MY DEEPEST DESIRE IN WRITING ON THIS BLOG IS TO BE ABLE TO SHARE ALL THE JOY, THE COMFORT, THE HOPE AND THE STRENGTH I RECEIVE CONTINUALLY FROM GOD, BY TAKING TIME TO OPEN UP TO HIM AND LISTEN TO HIM THROUGH HIS HOLY WORD IN THE BIBLE. I PRAY THESE MEDITATIONS WILL HELP THE READERS TO EXPERIENCE GOD’S LOVE FOR EACH ONE OF US IN A NEW AND EXCITING WAY. AMEN

Meditation: (Pro 4:10-12) Listen to me son. Take seriously what I am telling you, and you will live a long life. I have taught you wisdom and the right way to live. Nothing will stand in your way if you walk wisely, and you will not stumble when you run.

Personal Reflection and Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father - Thank You for Your many teachings on wisdom. We need Your wisdom in all the decisions we make each day, big and small. Without Your wisdom, Lord, we constantly stumble and fall. Guide us with Your wisdom now and every moment of our lives. Amen.

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Proverbs 1 - 3

MY MISSION STATEMENT
MY DEEPEST DESIRE IN WRITING ON THIS BLOG IS TO BE ABLE TO SHARE ALL THE JOY, THE COMFORT, THE HOPE AND THE STRENGTH I RECEIVE CONTINUALLY FROM GOD, BY TAKING TIME TO OPEN UP TO HIM AND LISTEN TO HIM THROUGH HIS HOLY WORD IN THE BIBLE. I PRAY THESE MEDITATIONS WILL HELP THE READERS TO EXPERIENCE GOD’S LOVE FOR EACH ONE OF US IN A NEW AND EXCITING WAY. AMEN

Meditation: (Pro 1:2-6) Here are the proverbs that will help you recognize wisdom and good advice, and understand sayings with deep meaning. They can each you how to live inttelligently and how to be honest, just, and fair. They can make an inexperienced person cleaver and tach young men how to be resourceful. These proverbs can even add to the knowledge of wise men and give guidance to the educated, so that they can understand the hidden meaning of proverbs and the problems that wise men raise.

Personal Reflection and Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I thank You for giving us proverbs that will help us recognize wisdom and good advice, as well as understand sayings with deep meaning. Please bless us with Your gifts of wisdom and understanding. Amen.

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