Hey, my darling Siestas! Keith and I are on our way back from our Cactus Ranch, rolling east on I-10. I thought about you so much and took a few pictures with you in mind. I put the first two on Twitter so, if you’ve already seen these, you can skip on down to the rest. This is where I had my Sunday morning worship service all by myself but, as cool as I think it is, it’s a poor second to my home church. Church is about people. Not places. The Lord still heard my prayers and received my praise and I was able to intercede for Pastor Gregg as he delivered his sermons and Curtis as he taught his Sunday School class and, Tammie Head, one of my darling “mentees,” as she taught hers.
I got very amused after tweeting this picture because so many people were dismayed by this small piece of sausage on this big fire pit. Some even mourned how lonely it looked. The thing is, I was the only one eating it. It was jalapeno cheese, by the way. So dang good.
Now, here’s what I wrote to you late yesterday afternoon so keep in mind it’s a day old:
It’s a near perfect late afternoon. There is no sound except what nature makes. A north wind is shoving the first thoughts of winter into the Texas Hill Country even before she’s come to grips with Fall. Leaves are blowing off the trees before they’ve had time to turn colors. The crickets don’t know the time changed today and they’re waking up early for the night, chirping like we should be yawning. A fire is crackling in the big pit and the wind is keeping the flames high and the smoke heavy and oscillating. Both dogs are playing in the yard. Star’s feelings are hurt that I’ve put down the ball and picked up my laptop. She hates the sight of that silver apple rising up from my lap in the worst way.
The early evening sun is casting a shimmery gold over the field between the big red barn and me. It makes the pasture look soft and inviting, like you could take off your shoes and run through it barefooted in your long white flowing skirt with your wide brimmed hat in your hand, ribbon cascading from it. Hair extensions flowing behind you like you’re in a commercial where you’re about to meet the love of your life and be swept up into happily-ever-after. But you best think again, unless you want your feet to be cactus cushions, swollen up like honey dew melons, and the hem of your skirt to be embroidered in burs. We don’t wear skirts out here anyway. It’s harder to see if you’re about to step on a rattlesnake. Hair extensions do sound exotic though.
I’ve walked I don’t know how many miles since we got here on Friday. I suppose twelve or so and mostly by myself. My man is in his element here so he stays busy and I read and go on long walks. I pray a while, then say my memory verses, then nothing at all. I just try to see what I feel. And try to just think my thoughts before God and see what comes of them. We’re moving so fast these days that it’s hard to know how we feel about things, important or otherwise. Our feelings get all cross-wise and we end up getting mad about something we don’t even care about and not caring about something we should be mad about.
We go back home tomorrow, thankful for a three-day weekend, and ready to see Jackson and Annabeth. They’re at the age where they change overnight so I don’t like to go long without seeing them. We babysat them on Thursday night before we left town and ate Lil’ Smokeys (cocktail wieners) and anything else of equal nutritional value that they wanted. Cookies. Cheetos. Whatever. AB was in the cutest outfit ever. I held my I-phone up to take her picture and she looked up at me and said, “Cheesth!” I nearly died. Jackson is unbridled delight and, with the least prodding, tells me all the scoop from inside the Jones home without even knowing it. And it’s always good. But, boy, is it funny.
Oh, my word. I can see a whitetail deer about a hundred yards from where I sit. A doe. (A deer. A female deer…) She must have seen Keith drive off in his pickup, kicking up dust for a while. The dogs are frozen stiff. Mesmerized. They’ve learned the hard way that, if they bark, the fun is over. There’s another. And another. Too dark to take their pictures. I love this time of day, just as the sun goes down. If I could freeze any time of day and make it last a little longer, this would be it. Just to give pause for one long moment at the end of every day, turn back the covers and say, “Return to your rest, O my soul, for the Lord has dealt bountifully with you.” Psalm 116:7
I think of you so often, Sisters. I will touch base with you again tomorrow on Talk To Me Tuesday. By the way, I was greatly comforted by what big mouths we have here in Siestaville. Just think what could happen if God got a hold of all our tongues! I love you, Sweet Things. Fight the good fight of faith. Jesus is so worthy.
Sounds like a wonderful relaxing weekend. Thanks for sharing with us.
Just listened to the Eat, Pray, Love series on Jeremiah. God has been breaking up some dessert places even in the few days since listened. Thank you, Lord! Praise you! Please continue! Thanks for making them available for free! 🙂
On a random note, we are doing Revelation as a large group. I would have loved to hear more of your thoughts on the last point from Session 5, “We can’t picture God, having been so good to us, being harsh with the world.” The very question my heart has been wrestling with for months. I think they had to cut the video short, but I would have love to hear your expanded thoughts.
You are a blessing!
My dog hates it when my husband and I sit on the couch with our laptops in each of our laps. She will sit in front of us on the floor and when she gets impatient enough, she’ll just jump into our laps and tap buttons for us on the laptops by walking across us both. She is truly a “Quality Time Love Language” dog!
That is beautiful, Beth.
And did you notice that many aspects of that Doe a Deer song are embedded in your post? haha
Glad you have had a good weekend 🙂
We are headed to the hill country in January for a get away from everything on earth anniversary. Your pictures and descriptions make me anticipate it all the more.
Thanks for sharing a sweet breath of Fall Texas air with all we gals in Siestaville! Loved the pic’s and the minute vacation I had as I read your lovely words and drank in the beauty. (Just imagine how many burrs those hair extensions might pick up! Yikes….)
An aside about my tongue. I just had another spanking from the LORD as my mouth opened and I spoke things I had no business saying. My dearest friend was the target of my run off mouth. And I thought I was being helpful. I had crossed a boundary line, and God meant for me to “get it” this time! When I woke up and realized what I had done, I tried to reach her via phone, and unbeknownest to me, she had dropped her cell in her coffee, and was out of comminque for a good 10 days. By then I decided she had written me off, and our friendship of nearly 30 years. Uggh… talk about sick at heart. Just this morning, I humbled myself and wrote a note to her. Simply this: “Please forgive me. I crossed a line with you and hurt you. I didn’t mean to. I love you and miss you.” I put the stamp on and put it in my mail box, and the phone rang. It was her. And I was so grateful, and humbled I was able to make admends to her, just like I had written. As she was talking, I was able to retrieve the note I was sending. It was such an answer to prayer, because I believe we should be able to face up to our flubs, and ask forgiveness personally. Face to face if possible (this friend lives long distance), then next best over the phone. She explained in no uncertain terms the need for boundaries, and my need for sensitivity to her situation. I wholeheartedly agreed,with tears running down my face and all I could do was thank the LORD and my friend for not giving up on me or our long-term friendship. Thank God He never gives up either!
Love and blessings,
Pam H.
Buena Park, CA
Thanks for the words and the pictures. I feel like I just took a much needed vacation from Virginia Beach … albeit for just a little while. Be Blessed!
Dearest Beth,
sometimes you just speak to my heart. I had my own little sigh of relief and rest while reading this, though I’m at work staring a ridiculously busy two weeks in the face.
You are grand. So thankful that God uses your beautiful words.
love you!!
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for sharing these pics from the Texas Hill Country. I am Texas born and bred, but am now in Arkansas. I LOVE this area and it is beautiful, but I’ve not seen a Texas sunset in Arkansas yet! And the hill country is where my heart is always, my roots are in Fredericksburg!
Glad you got a three-day weekend, it sounds like you enjoyed the much-deserved break.
Make it a great day,
Marilyn
Oh dear Beth,
You are so very lucky to have these days of being by yourself and watching the Lord’s work from morn until evening. What beautiful pictures. I need a place to go like that and I would share the BBQ with you.
I am so tied up in knots these days. It takes nothing to make me cry. From now until Christmas the world rushes around forgetting why we have Christmas. It is so sad.
Do you ever get lonely even when there are people around you?? I wonder why that is. So I am glad that you had time away. Take me away, oh Calgon take me away.
Well, this sounds like a random post back at you but I
think someone will get what I am speaking about.. I hope.
Oh Dear Father, Where is the peace you promised? Where have You gone. I am still here but so tired of it all. Please show me your presence. In Jesus name I pray. Amen
oh Rebecca, I know how you feel. I live alone and have been pretty home-bound for a while, so I have a LOT of alone time. Then when I’m out a the store or something, there are people everywhere but yet I am alone, disconnected.
What you need to do is take those feelings to Jesus! Tell him how you feel and then – speak the TRUTH of his Word!!
I sometimes say something like this, “God, I FEEL lonely, abandoned, and unwanted. BUT – I KNOW you love me, you think I am worth dying for, and you have promised to NEVER leave me. I know this because your Word is Truth. I am sad and hurting, but you are the God of All Comfort. Even though I FEEL alone, I know you are always with me. Your abundant Grace covers me. I trust in You, O Lord. Praise your Holy Name.”
And then sometimes it surprises me how quickly I feel loved and comforted. The anxiety dissolves. If it doesn’t happen right away, keep praising and quoting Scripture. Start thanking God for the good things. Keep reinforcing your mind with the Truth until your feelings catch up.
Praying for you
Thank you Michele,
I have so needed to hear the words. I am going to copy your post and repeat it all week. Thanks so much for understanding. May I let you know how it goes?…Rebecca
Yes definitely!
Rebecca, I was touched by your post and Michele’s reply. I know that feeling of loneliness when surrounded by a crowd. Looking at your beautiful rose reminds me of how God uses the small things to show us He’s there. praying for you
I so understand.. I think the loneliest I have ever felt was in a crowd… feeling excluded or not feeling like joining in… out of the loop and in my own little world… Hugs and prayers.
I can feel the way God soothes your soul out there.
I love deer. I always feel as if God is sending me a special God-stopping moment when I see one. They are just beautiful to me.
So beautiful Beth! The words and pictures. You are a gem.
blessings on your week! love from your sisters!
Have been dying to pass on this grandkid story to you, Beth – thought it might come in handy with the James study. My 3-yr. old grandson, Cole, has been telling me that his Daddy is teaching him to pray and that he is teaching his Mommy to pray. The men were all off hunting last weekend and Cole spent the night with me. As he crawled up on the bed I got on my knees and asked, “Cole, do you pray on your knees?” He looked astonished and sweetly replied, “No, D, I pray on my lips, that’s where my words come out!!!”
Perfect!
That is just the cutest comment ever! I just LOVE kids…they tell it like it is:)
Aren’t their little words perfect–so sweet!
Thought I would let you know, that a moment ago, before leaving from work for lunch. I was under attack. My boss listens to a particular talk radio that in all senses of the word is Disturbing!
I feel so frayed and scared hearing it but I felt in my Spirit a little before that and thru out, I need to hear some Travis and the team.
So in my car, in went The Lamb has Overcome.
I believe there was a revival near the I-5.
Boy did Jesus show up, HE never left, but it was and is awesome!!
Love ya Siesta Mama
thanks for this beth. and thanks for your recent message on life today- about how you were just sad for a little while recently. i am pregnant and had a similar (perhaps hormonal?) experience in my first trimester. it was hard because i was also leading a bible study and (like you said) i felt like a speaker who didn’t feel much like speaking. it was a relief to hear you sometimes experience times like that too. thankfully, God always showed up for me right on time every week- but this faithwalk can be really hard sometimes. you are an encouragement to me. i appreciate that you continue to live this thing out with us siestas in such an honest way. i love you sincerely. -amy
you might not see this, but I felt moved by the Holy Spirit to just tell you very simply, that I am just crazy about you and how you have helped me deepen my relationship with our Lord Jesus. He is just everything to me, thank you for your encouragement. XOXO
I actually am very active on here, dear Andrea, so I see lots of entries.I am crazy about you, too. I’m crazy about ANYBODY who cheers me on to love Jesus.
what happened to your gravitar?
I am so glad Beth you are active on here. I love hearing from you. Bless you sister.
Today is my Birthday, and a post from one of my favorite siestas is like a little gift. Your weekend sounds like my soul’s delight as well. I love quiet, and I really love thinking, being, listening time with God and His creation. Hasn’t happened for awhile, but I know when I need it most, He will make a way for our tryst.
Thank you for sharing your “time of refreshment” with us! May your rejuvenation last for a long time!
Margaret
Happy Birthday, Margaret! I hope Jesus makes this a red letter year – full of His words – in your sweet life.
Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday Margaret!!! Yesterday was mine, so you are my birthday sister 🙂 Praying that God would pour out his blessings over you this year; making himself known through your life!
Amen to Ps. 116! Our town was ranked #1 by Outdoor Life magazine last year… and I have to agree…. Driving down our main road I cannot tell you how often I literally burst into praise for the gorgeous landscape and life He has given us here! And right now with the fall colors… Well- I can just so there is NO artist like our GOD! 🙂
Beth, I am so very glad you had some down and quiet time for your soul and body and with your man. God bless you in this new week!
Heather
Lewiston, Idaho
Miss Beth, We just LOVE you!!!
Thanks, Beth, for the pics and the update. I can so relate to your “getting mad about things that don’t matter and somehow not noticing the things that should send our ire through the roof.”
I’ve been thinking thru Heb 12:1-2 this morning b/c I had one of those weird “sins from out of left field” show up and mess with me this weekend. So weird when that happens. I looked up the word for “easily entangles” and yep, it means (roughly paraphrased) “easily encircling; to stand around well”. Oh to have eyes fixed on Jesus; not the easily entangling sin. Moments like this make me think of David in Ps 23 – that in the presence of our enemies (sin), God has prepared a table of friendship, fellowship and fortitude for us.
(Loved the picturesque windmill, Beth. With winds sometimes gusting to 70-80 mph around here, I live a windmill-less life; so thanks for sharing the pic of yours). See everyone tomorrow ~
I’m so glad you got to be out in the open country. There’s nothing quite like seeing how big God is by looking at His big creation, and knowing it’s still just a speck of dirt in the Sahara by comparison. We have had an extended fall here in Eastern Montana… I was cleaning up leaves in the yard with shorts on… in November!! I like the time change because it’s easier for me to be happy about being up at 5-5:30! And this morning with the reflection from the rising sun in the eastern sky, the coming clouds in the western sky were Barbie pink with a smattering of glittering stars in the remaining majestic midnight blue. Just beautiful. There’s nothing like life in the country, be it West Texas or Eastern Montana!
So thankful for your updates. I just absolutely love to read your posts. And I’m also cracking up at your tweets about knitting needles. Hope you both arrive home unbruised. 🙂
The pic’s were awesome and I liked the one of the sun setting reminded me of the Love God has for us and what a Mighty God we serve and I love what you said ( Just to give a pause for a long moment at the end of every day turn back the covers and say
Psalm 116:7
Return to your rest O my soul, For the Lord has dealt bountifully with you. Loved that you have such a way with words that it makes me feel I am right there with you see the scenery . Thanks for sharing with us and showing the beautiful pic’s and to keeep pointing us towards Our Lord and Saviour
Have a nice day
talk to you tomorrow
Carol
What beautiful pictures Beth. Thank you for sharing! I love that time of day also and wish it could last just a little bit longer myself, along with the wonderful new mercies in the morning!
I have started listening to your broadcast series “Wising Up” and am very excited to continue it. I downloaded the guide an am so looking forward to not being an OL FOOL! LOL I love watching you on LifeToday on Wednesdays and just loved it when you and Keith were on there together! I am also currently reading James and Betty’s book. Enjoying that so much! They sure are dear dear people and you called it right when you mentioned that many of us look to them as our spiritual Mother and Father! I know that I’m in that category. I get a kick out of sitting there with you all and feel like a part of the FAMILY, which is a warm, comfy feeling.
Thank you for being you and sharing your precious heart with us all. It is such a blessing to sit under your teachings and I wanted you to know that you are very dear to my heart. I’m praying for you every day and may the Lord continue to bless everything you put your hand to!
Love you Beth!
LOVE the pics–so glad you have a place to go like that to get away. I love the fall–I feel like we earned another gem in our crowns for surviving yet another brutal TX summer, donchta think? WHEW. Lovin’ it! I’m originally from OH so the TX heat just nearly kills me each year. : p
Hi Sarah, I’m from Michigan and this year our summer was probably equally as brutal as yours! I absolutely LOVE the fall here in MI although many of the leaves are already down.
Thanks Beth for sharing your pics and your life! You really are an “open book” with us. It puts life into perspective. We are truly “all the same at the foot of the cross”. Love that cross and the beautiful Saviour who gave it to us!! Worthy is the Lamb!!!!
Wow, I sure needed this today. I have been walking through a dry time and even though I don’t feel Him I know my Father is taking me through this for a reason. I desire all of your prayers Siestas. I am not discouraged although I feel dry, almost barren. I am still spending my time with Him each day but it is as though I am going through a desert. I know that there is a reason that He has chosen this path for me at this particular time and I am confident that “He knows the path I take” I just needed to breath in a fresh perspective on the cactus so to speak…so thanks Mama Beth for the fresh air and thanks to all of you who might through my name up when you pray..
He loves you so much, Julie. One of the verses in my quiet time a few days ago spoke of God’s faithful willingness to pour the water of His Spirit on dry ground. May He begin even today, Sweet Thing.
Julie,
I am and will be praying for you.
michelle
Julie –
Writing your name on the palm of my hand – literally! Least likely place to lose it over the next few days. Used a sharpie. It’s close by. 🙂 It is so good to hear your trust in the Lord as you are in this place. I have been there recently and, PTL, know Jesus is lifting me daily out now.
I wonder did Jesus feel even a shadow of this dryness maybe while in the wilderness? Any other time(s)? I love that we know “Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity … For surely it is not angels he helps, but Abraham’s descendants. For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people. Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.” Chunks of Hebrews 2:14 And, of course the awesome Hebrews 4:14-16 passage, “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” I’m NOT saying you are sinning right now – it certainly doesn’t appear so in your post – but I know I am tempted to believe the lies that God is just somewhere else altogether or that the whole Christian walk is a bit of an act during my barren times. Don’t know if I articulated that well enough but I’m just praying against such lies in your dry spell!
So, when I approach His sweet throne room I will lift up my sharpied palm and imagine you cradled there in His lap – drinking deeply, deeply of His Truth and love. Wonder what mountain He will lead you up next!
Thanks so much for the prayers siestas – I have definitely felt them, in fact that is why I got on today because I had a feeling I had been prayed for since Monday – WOW!!
Jennifer, I have printed your comments and I am putting with my daily prayer journal to re-read for a while. Thanks.
I am so thankful that the “fresh water on dry ground”is on its way!!!
Love Serving Jesus with all of you!!
Julie!
This blog is my guilty (?) pleasure with raising three little ones and being soooo far behind on so many admin projects for my hubby — I write that to explain why my visits are sporadic at best!
HAD TO SHARE though: my 5 year old son saw my hand that morning and asked, “what does that spells, Mommy?” I told him , “Julie” and then he wanted to know about you and if I had other names on my other hand, etc. He was told you are a friend who loves Jesus for whom I promised to pray. “That she feels Jesus’ love in a special way today.” During that morning’s commute to school 4 of my 5 young passengers prayed for you without my prompting! Maybe the baby prayed as well in whatever form she prays! I KNEW you’d be feeling the sincere prayers of children. Gave me glorybumps. And, while the sharpie marks have left my hand, I find the Lord continues to put you on my heart. So HE IS ON THE JOB and LOVING YOU NUTSO!
I love your faith, Julie! You know where God is even when you feel ‘dry’. I’ll be praying that you feel Him and His fresh air on your life.
Thanks for this post. It was soothing to my spirit as I get ready to start dinner. It was as if I could just breath in the nurturing this time allowed. Bless you.
God’s country is absolutely beautiful!! Thanks for sharing with us Beth.
Just love hearing from you. I loved the pictures. It was so beautiful. I have been dealing with patience lately and those who God puts in our path to annoy us so stuff comes out of us both. Oh has he been workig me on that. But it will be best I know…but boy has it been hard.
Have a safe trip home Sweet Mama!
Hi Beth! It’s so good to hear from you! I loved the photos, and I can almost picture you skipping through that pasture in the white flowing dress, hair extensions and all….
God has been blessing my socks off the past few days, starting with answered prayers for a work situation, and then seeing some wonderful spiritual growth in my kids. And church yesterday was wonderful. I am a happy (asher) woman!
Sending much love and lots of hugs your way,
Adrienne
Oh my, how wondrous…I love it when you write, Beth! I am so thankful for your words…today they were like a giant hug from God. The part about our feelings getting mixed up just stuck me right between the eyes…it is so true that some days I get spinning so fast, I just don’t know which end is up. That Psalm was like a healing balm…I certainly needed to hear that. His bounty is so much more than enough.
Thank you.
Praise God for giving you a time of blessing and refreshing.
I felt like I had a little break from it all with you as I read this post. Thanks for sharing with us.
So great to hear from you! 🙂 Thanks for sharing…. Love that verse in Psalm 116!!
Just feeling like God wants me to pray for your grandchildren and so I decided to share this with you:
Heavenly Father,
We know that your children are a blessing and of great value. We know that You gave these children to this family and we lift these children up to You as they daily grow in Your love. Bless them and help them come to know You. Bless Beth and thank you for her love to her grandchildren. in Christ
(Enjoyed what you shared with us, Beth. Like the swing, reminds me of when I was a little girl_did most of day-dreaming on a swing.)
this is something I thought I would share I wrote when my boys were small:
Do other mother’s struggle as I do, Lord
Is there day filled with little voices that
call for Mama every few minutes of the day?
Do they receive those warm, wonderful hugs
and little kisses that make my morning
so bright, while I am still half asleep?
Is Winnie the Pooh, Semame Steet and other
children shows apart of their day?
And do other mother’s see those little faces
light up when they are so anxious to share
something they learn to do and wait to hear
approval like Great Job or Well-done?
Do they share in things like reading, playing and
talking to God at night in prayer?
God bless the little children in a special way.
Those little eyes that watch everything I do
Help them keep their eyes on You, Lord.
Those little hands and arms
Help them not to push or shove
But, help them to reach out in Your love.
Those little hearts that are so tender,
Help them be filled with Your Word and obey You.
These feet that like to play and run
Help them to follow You everyday.
Those little children, they belong to You Lord
Hold them tight, Keep them from evil
And when I raise my voice or I am unkind
Take me too, Lord into your arms
Give me strength to be more like You
In everything I say or do, so I will do no harm
but give me a thankful spirit to bring these
children up for your glory.
For I cannot raise these children alone, Lord
I need Your love and direction
Fill our lives with your Joy!
~joyce~
How beautiful, Joyce!!! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful poem written for your babies, now grown.(It happened in a blink didn’t it!)….I know because my 4 babies are all grown too….. I thank our Lord for mother’s like you….For some reason I want to say, Happy Mother’s Day to you, even though it is autumn and not May….Blessings, Cate
Cate,
You are so very kind and yes, I want to say Happy Mother’s Day to you too! It is funny how they grow up so fast and my boys are twins, so I really needed God’s help then and now. They are following the Lord, which I am so thankful and pray they will do something special for Him one day.
Beth, you have such a gift and I am so truly thankful that you share that gift with us. You are so special to me and every time I read your blogs I feel so loved. Thank you.
Sweet Beth,
Thank you for sharing the gorgeous pictures with us! The leaves are mostly off the trees here, too. You are never far from my mind, and I try and say a prayer for you and your family every time I think of you. You have been a HUGE part of my faith journey, as well. There are not enough words in the english language to thank you adequately. Thank you for showing me how to fall in love with Jesus! You are SO loved by so many! Thank you for being God’s faithful servant!(Not adequate, but it’s a start…) Love you!
Loved reading your post this afternoon. I have to admit I am extremely envious of your “be still and know time”. Oh how I long for some precious quality time to be alone with the father. I have felt so unworthy lately to be a part of this life and a part of His plan. Feels like I can barely breathe … just longing for His love and His sweet small voice to tell me I am His.
Praying for you and loving you, sister….Isaiah 43 came to mind while reading your post…He has summoned you by name. You ARE His!
Sweet sister, You are so Worthy…praying for you
Thank you for the photos. From what you have shared with us, this must be Keith’s dream spot. So glad you can escape to the wild Texas hill country with your man for some R and R- my husband and I spent many young married years with friends in the Junction area- your photos remind me of those yearly hunting trips- a life time of changes have occurred since those fun trips-
I have just started your revised David series. I listen while walking and driving- God often funnels exactly what I need through your studies during this difficult personal season. What sets your ministry apart is that it is always fresh. Again, (for the hundredth time) blessings and appreciation for answering your call to ministry. AMEN
This post was such a pleasant surprise. Thank you for sharing with us.
Dearest Beth,
We are doing the Revelation study at our church right now. I have to say……I LOVE your clothes and really wish I knew where you got some of those beautiful outfits!!!!!! I would just love to spend a day shopping with you! Boy do you have great taste! Thanks for making it so fun! 🙂
How amazing is it when we can just stop and enjoy being in the prescence of our Creator? I was recently stuck in traffic and got to see the most beautiful sunset. And let me tell you, it’s not often you get a chance to enjoy anything other than surviving on New Jersey highways! It made me wish I was able to slow down more often and really appreciate the work of our indescribable, uncontainable God. Thanks for the post and beautiful pictures!
oh so refreshing to have a nature film again. it makes it meditative in energys on here..thank you.really really needed it.its calming just lookin at the pictures.
Why do I always cry whenever I read anything you write or speak!:)
I have to tell you that I’m in the “season” of life, where the age I’m about to turn shows me what I’ve done for that last 29 yrs of my life(30 in 3 days), but even though I feel like I haven’t accomplished as much I should have for someone my age…I have accomplished a lot with God. We’ve been through the bend together. And I have to tell you with tears in my eyes, I didn’t know and this sounds really weird to say, but I didn’t know He loved me…you said in Breaking Free that He told you, ‘ Don’t say, ” I love you.” Say ” I love you too.”…and Beth and my siestas, my heart is still so heavy from that message, I feel like I am always trying to “run” after love, do what I have to to show others I love them, and with God I don’t have to do a thing…I don’t think it was ever something I realized until the other day. I was going to send this through letter, but I don’t care if anyone else reads it.
Maybe I’m not the only one out there whose never realized that deeply in their heart. He’s breaking through Beth, in more ways then you know, and my flesh is fighting it..
His grace is enough, and now I need to know so is His love, because grace was orchestrated by that very thing.
xoxo
ang
You’re not alone Siesta! That lesson tore me up, too.
I just love you Beth Moore!
🙂
Teri
Love the pics and glad y’all had a restful weekend and the weather was BEAUTIFUL in South Texas wasn’t it?? The tweets about talk radio made me laugh out loud. We have a similar issue in our car but I have to say my man said I always seem to win at that one. He says he’s a “push over.” He’s probably right when it comes to us girls in this house. I LOVE him for it!
We did miss you in church:) It was GRAND! The praise band was AWESOME and so was Pastor Gregg…as usual. But the baptisms were the most special.
Enjoy the week!
The picture of the sunset is magnificent. What a mighty God we serve! Seeing a post from you is like getting a note from a dear friend. I rarely write here, but read many of the post by you and others. I appreciate your encouragement of us, of living life in a “real” way. I pray that you are encouraged in your work on the James study. I know that it will minister and teach us in a great way. I hope that you have a Blessed week!
Oh my goodness Beth! I am so excited to see your post (I haven’t even read it yet) because I’m so excited to tell you about what God did today! First, you should know that I am doing the Believing God study (and only posted here once or twice before). I have been thinking a lot about praying for God to move the mountains in my life and if not, that he would help me stand on top and see Him transfigured. This is totally new for me. I usually just pray that God will help ME MOVE THE MOUNTAIN, or find a way around it…anyway, you get it.
The mountain God moved today was a situation with a parent at work (I’m a HS teacher). I’ll spare you the details but He took this totally impossible situation and completely dissolved it. Praise Him. I am so touched by His personal nature. That he involves himself with situations with crazy parents–and rescues His children. I love it.
Pastor talked yesterday about blessing God! This weeks challenge is to ask from God, but to thank Him for everything! Bless His Holy name! So, your post reminder me to be still and know God! To lay in His arms and take rest for the day!
Thanks for sharing your life with us. I just want to say you cracked me up with the hair extensions comment. What a visual…..I’m a hairdresser(for real)..Thanks for the smile! ((HUGS))
Just have to say how much I love you! God has blessed me immensely through “knowing” you (via your studies, video, and this blog…amazing what media can provide!) and being mentored by you. Truly, you are a mentor to me Beth.
Thank you for caring so much!