I had a bit of a rough start to this week, so I'm afraid I never got to the blog yesterday. The retreat was awesome, but quite frankly left me a bit tired! So I slugged my way through yesterday, got to bed early last night and am now back on track!
And that bring us to "Day 86"!!!
I really liked today's lesson. I love the whole idea of finishing strong, but without a Caleb Heart I don't really see the point. Ron and I are blessed to still have all 4 of our parents with us, although I gotta tell ya watching them age has not always been fun.
My dad, who is 85, is giving it all he has to finish strong, in spite of having a major stroke last November. We were blessed to spend some time with them (they live in AZ) a week ago and although it was hard to see my little daddy moving very slowly and dragging his right foot, he is a fine example of having a Caleb Heart. It may be hard for him to get around, but his spirit is still in tack. At this point in his life, I am grateful for each year the Lord gives me with him, but I am most gratful for his attitude and cheerful spirit.
Here's to not only finishing strong, but doing in such a way that we give glory to God all the days of our lives!!
Nola
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This on-line Study/Accountability Group begins on Monday July, 14th.
The book, "Becoming the Woman God Wants Me to Be" by Donna Partow will be our 90 day guide to living the Proverbs 31 life.
This will be entirely done on-line, using e-encouragements and accountability. If you struggle with your Quiet Time, this is a great place to start! The book has daily pages that take about 10-15 each day (maybe a bit more if you are a slower reader) with Scripture memorization, prayer, practical tips and more.
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Girlfriends, Inc. @ HOTC
"Becoming the Woman God Wants Me to Be"
This on-line Study/Accountability Group begins on Monday July, 14th.
The book, "Becoming the Woman God Wants Me to Be" by Donna Partow will be our 90 day guide to living the Proverbs 31 life.
This will be entirely done on-line, using e-encouragements and accountability. If you struggle with your Quiet Time, this is a great place to start! The book has daily pages that take about 10-15 each day (maybe a bit more if you are a slower reader) with Scripture memorization, prayer, practical tips and more.
Feel free to check out the book at www.donnapartow.com.
If you have any questions, please email Nola Chandler at ronolachandler@sbcglobal.net
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3 comments:
A Caleb heart--that's what I'd like to cultivate as I grow older. For women, aging gracefully can be difficult in our society, which values the outward appearance and youth over a godly spirit and widom.
As I age, I'm noticing decreased energy, new aches and pains, plus a fun season called perimenopause. My first desire is to complain, but I know complaints do not express a Caleb heart, a heart devoted to serving God.
I want to be like the man mentioned in the book when I get older. And I know that in order to do have a Caleb heart, that I need to start now. It is hard not to complain when things get us down, but I'm trying to refocus my attention to turn to God to be a better person as a whole.
Hope everyone had a great time at the retreat! I will definitely go next year - I've been to them at other churches, and I always come back refreshed and renewed. Our guys are great, but we women really do need each other!
I had a chat with my teen today about taking more responsibility for herself, so that I can start looking after myself better. I want to be here for her marriage, and my grandchildren, and whatever else life has to offer. My spirit is pretty lively, but the flesh is not. I was telling the girls at work that on the inside, I'm a female Indiana Jones! On the outside, though, I get winded easily and I am not digging the mismatch.
I don't really care so much about the wrinkles, they're badges of courage and wisdom as far as I'm concerned. The eyes are the mirror of the soul, and I hope that mine will sparkle no matter what the rest looks like.
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