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helping people,my work
My story with God
Been a christain since I first accepted Christ into my life when I was 10 years old.I back slide a few times.At one point in my life I walked away.He never left me.I am in awe more and more just how much he loves me.So glad that I have found Christ again! Sounds funny he was never lost.I am the one that was.
Other stuff about me:
I work in a nursing home taking care of people I have been doing this kind of work for over 20 years,I love it! I like to help people and see the smile on their faces or a hug.I am married have two kids and four step kids that live in Honduras.I have four grandkids two are step grandkids but I love then all the same,,
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A fox who lived in the deep forest of long ago had lost its front legs. No one knew how: perhaps escaping from a trap. A man who lived on the edge of the forest , seeing the fox from time to time, wondered how in the world it managed to get its food. One day when the fox was not far from him he had to hide himself quickly because a tiger was approaching. The tiger had fresh game in its claws. Lying down on the ground, it ate its fill, leaving the rest for the fox.
Again the next day the great Provider of this world sent provisions to the fox by this same tiger. The man began to think: "If this fox is taken care of in this mysterious way, its food sent by some unseen Higher Power, why don't I just rest in a corner and have my daily meal provided for me?"
Because he had a lot of faith, he let the days pass, waiting for food. Nothing happened. He just went on losing weight and strength until he was nearly a skeleton. Close to losing consciousness, he heard a Voice which said: "O you, who have mistaken the way, see now the Truth! You should have followed the example of that tiger instead of imitating the disabled fox."
Reflection Questions
In what ways do you feel like the disabled fox?
In what ways do you feel like the tiger?
Who is the "Voice" in this story?
Is it okay for the disabled fox to continue living, or would it be better off either dead or never alive in the first place?
Are there any people in your life who are like the disabled fox, but you wish they were more like the tiger?
Not all optimists are believers. And not all believers are optimists. But the optimistic believer is a dynamite duo.
Think about a perpetual optimist you know. (Perhaps it’s you!) When confronted with a challenge, a bold smile and a cheery word are their natural response. They do not possess the ability to mumble and they do not know the meaning of despair. Their shoulders are buoyant without burden and their voices are as sing-song bright as a bird’s delight.
Do you know a person of rock-solid faith? These people are firm. Steady. Immovable. Their goal is not to prove themselves to the world, but rather to take the world as it comes, living for an “audience of One.” Their faith is not for show, but when it does emerge, it humbly calls for company. Doubters and skeptics are helplessly attracted to the pure peace they radiate.
When is an optimist not a believer? When she looks at the bright side of life but refuses to acknowledge Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. She is a poster child for secular self-help books and articles about changing your life through “the power of positive thinking.”
When is a believer not an optimist? When he has entrusted himself to Jesus Christ but continues to respond to life’s challenges with fear, anxiety, and doubt. He has not let his faith out of its small, Sunday-sized box or let it permeate every nook and cranny of daily, real life.
The optimistic believer, however, is a joyful combination of a deeply rooted faith that shows itself in a spirited, lighthearted approach to even the most trying circumstances. It’s not fake. It’s not shallow. It is a tangible faith that is completely confident in what is hoped for and assured of what is not seen (Hebrews 11:1). This is the person who says with confidence, “‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?’” (Hebrews 13:6).
I encourage you: be an optimistic believer. Let Christ have the victory in your life. And “do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded” (Hebrews 10:35).
HI SIS, JUST BELIEVE THAT AT THE RIGHT MOMENT AS GOD IS ALWAYS ON TIME, YOUR HUSBAND WILL HAVE HIS VISA AND YOU TWO WILL UNITED IN HIS MIGHTY NAME, JESUS.
In the name of JESUS and through the Blood of JESUS CHRIST, I say to the enemy :
I command all evil spirits in my life and in the lives on my loved ones that are causing discomfort and diseases in our bodies, cloudiness and confusions in our minds, and any evil force that is blocking or hindering the free flow of the GLORY OF GOD in our lives, let it be thou removed and be thou casr into the sea, according to the instructions from JESUS. MATTHEW 21:21
christine lorraine short
kareen welcome to all about god may u have faith in god and belive in him
god bless you
christine short
Feb 27, 2012
The pilgrim
Hello Karen, Greetings in the Lord! This is the Pilgrim, one of the moderators here on TheNET. Welcome! We're glad you are here!
I have included some links to help you navigate around the site. You may want to check out the Footprints group, the Links for Growth forum for great tips on how to grow in Christ, and Miracle Grow to help you get closer to God every day.
I also invite you to join the women's group to participate in chats and find support from other women.
Women Only group
Unlike some other social networks, we prohibit advertising, doing business, asking for money, goods, or personal information or sending spam. Please do not do these things or you may be suspended from this network and we certainly would not want that to happen! For more information, please read our Membership Agreement.
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Don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions. I look forward to getting to know you.
Feb 27, 2012
Sathish Kumar ( Dan)
Do not cast away your confidence for it will be richly rewarded ---- Hebrews 10:35
Mar 3, 2012
Magda C van Wyk
Mar 5, 2012
sandra v villamero
GOD BLESS ...sorry I was not here for quite a while.for the friendship
Mar 30, 2012
sandra v villamero
From Tale of the Reed Pipe By Massud Farzan
A fox who lived in the deep forest of long ago had lost its front legs. No one knew how: perhaps escaping from a trap. A man who lived on the edge of the forest , seeing the fox from time to time, wondered how in the world it managed to get its food. One day when the fox was not far from him he had to hide himself quickly because a tiger was approaching. The tiger had fresh game in its claws. Lying down on the ground, it ate its fill, leaving the rest for the fox.
Again the next day the great Provider of this world sent provisions to the fox by this same tiger. The man began to think: "If this fox is taken care of in this mysterious way, its food sent by some unseen Higher Power, why don't I just rest in a corner and have my daily meal provided for me?"
Because he had a lot of faith, he let the days pass, waiting for food. Nothing happened. He just went on losing weight and strength until he was nearly a skeleton. Close to losing consciousness, he heard a Voice which said: "O you, who have mistaken the way, see now the Truth! You should have followed the example of that tiger instead of imitating the disabled fox."
Reflection Questions
Mar 30, 2012
sandra v villamero
Mar 30, 2012
sandra v villamero
Mar 31, 2012
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Mar 31, 2012
Mary O
It's good to be friends. God bless you!
Apr 15, 2012
sandra v villamero
OPTIMISTIC BELIEVER
Not all optimists are believers. And not all believers are optimists. But the optimistic believer is a dynamite duo.
Think about a perpetual optimist you know. (Perhaps it’s you!) When confronted with a challenge, a bold smile and a cheery word are their natural response. They do not possess the ability to mumble and they do not know the meaning of despair. Their shoulders are buoyant without burden and their voices are as sing-song bright as a bird’s delight.
Do you know a person of rock-solid faith? These people are firm. Steady. Immovable. Their goal is not to prove themselves to the world, but rather to take the world as it comes, living for an “audience of One.” Their faith is not for show, but when it does emerge, it humbly calls for company. Doubters and skeptics are helplessly attracted to the pure peace they radiate.
When is an optimist not a believer? When she looks at the bright side of life but refuses to acknowledge Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. She is a poster child for secular self-help books and articles about changing your life through “the power of positive thinking.”
When is a believer not an optimist? When he has entrusted himself to Jesus Christ but continues to respond to life’s challenges with fear, anxiety, and doubt. He has not let his faith out of its small, Sunday-sized box or let it permeate every nook and cranny of daily, real life.
The optimistic believer, however, is a joyful combination of a deeply rooted faith that shows itself in a spirited, lighthearted approach to even the most trying circumstances. It’s not fake. It’s not shallow. It is a tangible faith that is completely confident in what is hoped for and assured of what is not seen (Hebrews 11:1). This is the person who says with confidence, “‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?’” (Hebrews 13:6).
I encourage you: be an optimistic believer. Let Christ have the victory in your life. And “do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded” (Hebrews 10:35).
Apr 15, 2012
sandra v villamero
Apr 15, 2012
sandra v villamero
HI SIS, JUST BELIEVE THAT AT THE RIGHT MOMENT AS GOD IS ALWAYS ON TIME, YOUR HUSBAND WILL HAVE HIS VISA AND YOU TWO WILL UNITED IN HIS MIGHTY NAME, JESUS.
GOD BLESS YOU.
Jun 8, 2012
sandra v villamero
Jun 8, 2012
sandra v villamero
Jun 15, 2012
Liz
Jun 23, 2012
Liz
Sep 8, 2012
sandra v villamero
Nov 14, 2012
sandra v villamero
Nov 14, 2012
sandra v villamero
Blessed in a way that brings God's presence closer than you have ever know it...
Blessed in a way that assures you of the plans He has for your life...
Blessed in a way that fills your heart with a thousand "thank-yous" for all that His hand will bring your way.
May the Lord continually Bless You with heaven's blessings as well as with human joys. Psalm 128:5 TLB
Nov 25, 2012
Liz
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Liz
Jun 20, 2013