We must allow the Word of God to confront us, to disturb our security, to undermine our complacency and to overthrow our patterns of thought and behavior.” ― John R.W. Stott
Today I am thankful for God’s Word. With all that is going on in our nation today and over the course of the past few days I can’t help but wonder if reactions would have been different if more people were seeking his truth, comfort, and guidance. (more…)
The object of education is to prepare the young to educate themselves throughout their lives. ~Robert Maynard Hutchins
Today I am thankful for the education opportunities I have had throughout my life. I believe that I received a good education. I remember many of my teachers fondly.
I appreciate all of the time and effort my teachers put into teaching me the things I needed to know. (more…)
Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. ~Leo Buscaglia
Today I am thankful for the kindness of others. With everything that is bad in the world it is nice to know that there are still kind people in the world. (more…)
“Never let a computer know you’re in a hurry. ~Author Unknown
Today I am thankful for technology. There are so many different aspects of technology that impact our lives on a daily basis. (more…)
“The adoption was challenging- the LOVE arrived instantly.” Unknown
Today I am thankful for Adoption. Without adoption I would not be mom to the most wonderful little girl on the planet. Without adoption my family would not exist as we know it.
“Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life.” John 5:24
Today I am thankful for salvation. I am thankful that I have hope even when the world is full of hopelessness. I am thankful that in the storms of life I can feel his presence. (more…)
Car sickness is the feeling you get when the monthly payment is due. ~Author Unknown
Today I am thankful for not one but for three paid off modes of transportation for my family. I am thankful that we do not have to make a car payment each and every month. I am also thankful that all three of our vehicles still run great and look good. (more…)
“A camera is a save button for the minds eye.” Roger Kingston
Today I am thankful for my camera. I love making memories with my family and capturing those special moments in time. (more…)
A vacation is what you take when you can no longer take what you’ve been taking. ~Earl Wilson
Today I am thankful for vacations. While I enjoy my work, I really enjoy getting away and spending time having fun with my family. (more…)
“It isn’t what you have or who you are or where you are or what you are doing that makes you happy or unhappy. It is what you think about it.” Dale Carnegie
Today I am thankful for contentment. I am not a person that dwells on material possessions, or superstar status. I am generally contented with what I have and who I am. (more…)