Just Remembered

After reading a friend's blog today, I remembered that I actually have a "blog" somewhere out there. I used to be somewhat faithful in writing but NOT recently. My last post was in 2008 about Job.

Just to catch the two or three of you up that actually read the blog...

I have a new grandson, born 12/24/08-Dawson T. Fields, born to my son David and his wife Jennifer. My oldest grandson is now 4 years old. They both are such a joy! I'm still employed with Highlands. This year's New Year resolution is that I kneel in prayer EVERY day this year. So far, so good. I've also been faithful to keep a "diary/journal" this year, which was last years goal.

I just recently went through, "Lord Teach Me to Study the Bible in 28 Days" Bible study and am THRILLED about the Precept Upon Precept (PUP) study beginning next Monday night called, "The Covenant", both of which are studies written by one of my heroes, Kay Arthur.

I'm looking forward to doing some serious camping this summer and enjoying our family.

I finally finished writing a study called, "Let's Eat" earlier this year, that I began in 2007. It's going in another notebook with the other stuff I've written, on a shelf. Who knows, one day, my kids might come across it when I'm gone and be proud that I wrote it. Writing is an outlet for me but the frustration comes after because I'm always wondering, "Why did you bother doing all this work?" I have a tendency to do the outline, research and even homework assignments. I really don't have that much free time but it seems I can't do one without the other. It's okay, I have fun while compiling all the information and it definitely teaches me stuff I haven't a clue about.

I'm still asking God to change my life, make me more like HIM and seeking for HIS will to be done in my life. I know, HE definitely has HIS work cut out for him but just recently I ran across a verse that was so refreshing and offered such hope. Heb. 10:14- "because by one sacrifice he has made perfect forever those who are being made holy." Whew! He's working on and with me every day and for that, I'm so thankful!

I hope to be back on here before next year.

Blessings all!
Kim

I'm Reminded

For some reason this morning I went to the book of Job. I've read the book many times but today I only read Chapter 1. In the last 9 verses (14-22) Job experienced devastation. I had underlined some things previously that once again stuck out to me that I read repeatedly. As I looked up and began to meditate on the events that took place in the same day and time, I went over in my mind that first the Sabeans attacked and carried off Job's oxen and donkeys. They didn't stop there, they killed his servants who tended to these animals and only one messenger escaped to tell him. This particular messenger didn't even get finished speaking before another messenger escaped the fire of God that fell from the sky burning up the sheep and the servants when he was interrupted by the third messenger who came with the news that the Chaldeans formed three raiding parties (tells you about the abundance Job had) who carried off the camels and killed the servants. Then there was the fourth messenger who interrupted with the news that a mighty strong wind from the desert swept through causing the four corners of the house to collapse on all of his children which took their lives.

Okay, I can't even grasp this. At times I think I can because of my own circumstances. Here's what I was reminded of....Job fell to the ground, which to me is a natural response, however, when he fell to the ground he didn't scream why God, why me, how could you let this happen, I can't take this, etc. No, he fell to the ground IN WORSHIP. Major lesson to be learned. I have fallen to the ground in desperation many times, more so than I have fallen IN WORSHIP, unfortunately. God forgive me!

The last verse says, "in all this, Job did not sin by charging God with wrongdoing." Once again, I'm guilty of this too.

I'm so thankful for the reminder this morning that regardless, good or bad, I need to fall to my knees in worship more often than I do and I should never blame God for the bad things that happen.

I hope that the one reading this is reminded of our brother, Job's response.

Blessings,
Kim

"A Mother's Song"

I see your mommy when I look at you
The cute things you say, the sweet things you do
I see your mommy when she was too was three
She’d too want a kiss, when she skinned her knees

I see your mommy when I watch you sleep
That beautiful face, my heart skips a beat.
I see your mommy in your innocence
She as a child is still now my princess

Rememberin’ about yesterday my how the years have flown
I can’t believe she has a son, raising him alone
In ways she’s still my little girl, I guess because I’m mom
It’s hard to give my baby wings but she too is now a mom.

I see your mommy when you stare at me
The way that you smile, a treasure I’ll keep
I see your mommy when you fall and cry
You both get back up, give it one more try.

I see your mommy when I comb your hair
You and your mommy, you make quiet a pair.
I see your mommy, when you run to me
I wish your mommy, still lived here with me.

Rememberin’ about yesterday my how the years have flown
I can’t believe she has a son, raising him all alone
In ways she’s still my little girl, I guess because I’m mom
It’s hard to give my baby wings but she too is now a mom.


5/3/08
I wrote this for Lori and gave it to her for part of her Mother's Day gift.

Charlotte, NC

Well, it's been a while since I've posted anything because life has certainly been full for a long while.

Nine of us went to Charlotte, NC this past weekend to see Priscilla Shirer and Vicki Yohe. Priscilla is expecting with her third child and she's absolutely gorgeous. She is a walking Bible and it's evident that she seeks God wholeheartedly and knows Him intimately. Vicki Yohe is incredibly talented and her personal testimony about her adopting two children was very touching.

Thursday and Friday were two of the most relaxed days I've had since.... well, I can't even remember. On Saturday, I could tell I was headed back home because things began happening on the way back. I was able to take it in strides and with laughter due to my relaxing and non-stressful two days that I once again, am extremely thankful for.

I posted pictures on myspace for those of you who read this and would like to be my friend on myspace.

I hope you have a blessed week and I hope to get back to the weekly blog entries if at all possible.

-Kim

Can We Talk? New study by Priscilla

Hey girls,

The new study by Priscilla is out!!!! We'll try and plan on doing this study sometime in the near future. You can check it out on Lifeway's site.



Also, be sure and invite a friend to the upcoming conference. Penny found out that there are still a lot of tickets available for the conference at the end of this month in Charlotte, NC. You can purchase these through Lifeway.

Worship Leader for Conference

This is a video I found dated November 2006. I wanted to post this because some of you have never heard of Vicki Yohe who is going to be leading worship at the conference we're going to at the end of the month. Enjoy.

Conference in Charlotte, NC