And then God told me....

I haven't gotten to blog in so many days. I have been so busy with family events. Graduations, packing up our house, mostly sewing projects for the grandchildren and just taking care of my family. I have ten kids so that in itself is quite an undertaking at times...especially during the transition between school and summer. Anyways, God told me to write in my blog; even if it's only two lines...he said you need it as an inspiration for your journey. So here goes...

Be anxious for nothing, but by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Phillipians 4: 6-7

A short note to God:

Dear God,

Thank you for all you have taught me. For how your sustaining grace and lessons have brought me so far in this life. I don't know how I'd make it without you! Thinking about it, I realize that you have shown me that what life gives me day to day is not the indication of how things will always be, but instead the indication is determined by my attitude for handling those things. Psalm 126:2 tells us, Then our mouth was filled with laughter, And our tongue with singing. Then they said among the nations, "The Lord has done great things for them."

You have taught me to start the day with a smile, find the humor in the adversities and enjoy the anticipation of knowing you love me and will care for me through anything. The adversities will always be there. My car will eventually fall apart, the kitchen sink drip is getting worse and, I can't believe the tremendous piles of laundry when all my boys bring their stockpiled heaps of dirty clothes into the laundry room at the same time. I have to smile (though sometimes it's only on the inside). You are teaching me so that I am prepared to handle these things effectively. Your Word shares with me that the secret is really in my attitude! YOU have nurtured me and given me the attitude as a gift to handle all things. Now it's my responsibility to nurture the attitude you expect from me. Thank you so much!

Love, Carole

So...there we go. Now I am ready to start my day correctly. I With the right attitude and God's unending love!