February days are now gone and March has officially kicked in. I finally purchased a new monthly focus board. We ventured out for a day date which included a movie. I love our day dates. I will give my honest review about the movie for those interested. I wanted to see this movie as it was based on a true story. I did enjoy the movie but oh my, it was a tear jerker from the get go! It ended good but mercy! Let's just say that I am thankful that no one was sitting close enough to see my tear stained face. I am glad that I saw it but I am good for a while on sad movies, even if they do end good! My oldest daughter, her husband and their son participated in the Spartan race which is a series of obstacle courses that challenge. They done so well. As you can see from the pictures it gets pretty muddy! My three daughters participate each year in the Gate River Run. I love it that they do this together. They have so much support & encouragement from all the onlookers. I am just
As I was sorting through some books recently to participate in a book and magazine swap with some friends a piece of paper fell out of one of the books. I began to read it and thought...this is how I truly feel. His grace, mercy and love is what covers me and that is it!
I am a Christian
When I say..."I am a Christian" I'm not shouting, "I'm clean living". I'm whispering "I was lost", Now I'm found and I'm forgiven.
When I say..."I am a Christian" I don't speak of this with pride. I'm confessing that I stumble and need CHRIST to be my guide.
When I say..."I am a Christian" I'm not trying to be strong. I'm professing that I'm weak and need HIS strength to carry on.
When I say..."I am a Christian" I'm not bragging on success. I'm admitting I have failed and need God to clean my mess.
When I say..."I am a Christian" I'm not claiming to be perfect. My flaws are far too visible but, God believes I am worth it.
When I say..."I am a Christian" I still feel the sting of pain. I have my share of heartaches so I call upon His Name.
When I say...I'm a Christian" I'm not holier than thou. I'm just a simple sinner who received God's grace...
I hope that you have been blessed by this little poem that I found that I had stuck in an old book...a great reminder to me once again of God's Ultimate Grace!
And I must share...I was so surprised to find out that I was featured on Linda's "show and share" over at Coastal Charm.Here is the link and here was the feature! http://linda-coastalcharm.blogspot.com/2015/06/show-and-share-no268.html
Happy 4th of July!
Hugs and blessings, Cindy
I love that poem, too. Is it Maya Angelou? I'm not sure! What a pretty patriotic picture, too. HOPE you have a great 4th of July weekend....and congrats on being featured....but I'm not at all surprised!!! ;-)
ReplyDeleteDeb, I am not sure who wrote it to be honest but so timely that I found it! Especially with so many media and people that love to point out that we as Christians think we are perfect! Don't even get me started on that one! Yes, I was surprised that my 4th of July simple tablescape was featured but happy! LOL! Happy 4th my friend!
DeleteCongratulations on being featured! I love that coffee pot!
ReplyDeleteConnie Royals
Thanks Connie. I love that coffee pot too! Paid $5 for it and have used it time and time again!
DeleteCindy, what a precious poem, it's beautiful.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your being featured! I'll head over to see it!
Hugs and blessings, sweet friend.
Nancy
Thanks Nancy. I wish I knew who wrote that poem but I did not even have an author's name. Thanks for stopping by.
DeleteI saw your feature over there and I instantly remembered it from your site! Congrats on the feature and thank you for the wise words. Sometimes it's easy to forget to remember the unique words to inspire us... I'm glad you found your words, and shared them with us! - Jerusha, TheDisneyChef.com
ReplyDeleteThanks Jerusha! I appreciate you stopping by! Loved the spice recipe!
DeleteCongrats for being featured! You are ready for the 4th!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Heather!
ReplyDeleteThat poem speaks such truth! :) Hope you have a wonderful 4th!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much and Happy 4th to you!
DeleteBeautiful, Cindy not to mention the beautiful centerpiece and tablescape. Wow! I love your header with pics of the family. Love it!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. I appreciate you stopping by to visit with me. Made my day!
DeleteThat's a beautiful picture of what we Christians are! Lovely centerpiece you created; see, we all think so!! Happy Independence Day. Stay safe.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! Happy 4th!
DeleteCindy, I love that and I think it was written by Maya Angelou. Congrats on being featured, it is a very pretty and festive table setting. Hope you and your family have a great 4th of July week-end!
ReplyDeleteThanks Miss Mary. Happy 4th to you.
DeleteAmen, Cindy! I love everything about this post! Too often (and sadly) christians are looked upon as perfect, and we are not! God is the One Who is perfect. Thank you so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThanks Linda. Happy 4th!
DeleteWhat a beautiful poem, Cindy. Thank you so much for sharing it with us.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to you for being featured on Linda's blog! That truly was a great table scape.
Thanks so much Dianna. Happy 4th.
DeleteCindy,
ReplyDeleteLove this poem and you found it at such an appropriate time, with the media and such.
Congrats on being featured, love your 4th of July table scape!!
Hugs,
Jemma
Thank you for stopping by to see me. YES...the timing of this was perfect for me as well. I just pray the Lord doesn't take His hands off of us! Happy 4th!
DeleteThank you so much for sharing this post with us. This day and age we need it so badly with all the media turned left wing and getting confused every day.
ReplyDeleteHappy 4th. of July and many blessings to you and yours, as well as to America.
FABBY
Thanks Fabby for topping by. We just keep trusting the Lord!
DeleteHi Cindy! I'm not surprised by your 'share'. Your 4th table was amazing!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing the reflection you found. I try my best to follow the Lord, but I'm no expert. I struggle along like everyone else.
Happy 4th!
Ceil
Thanks Ceil. We all struggle but praise the Lord He does not expect us to be perfect.
DeleteGrace! Grace! God shed His Grace on our nation in her infancy. Remembering the miracle of our roots and praying God's Grace redeem us to our first estates. Blessings, milady! Love your blog focus on the "little things" -- they are more important in our little lives than we think.
ReplyDeleteJoy!
Kathy
Thanks Kathy. Blessings to you my friend.
DeleteHi Cindy! What a lovely poem. You're such an inspiration and I want to wish you a happy 4th of July!
ReplyDeleteGod bless America and God bless you!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Thanks Sheila. God bless you.
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