Multitude Monday

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So often I look for God in the big events and the major miracles in my life. When these don't happen I begin to think that He is not working. Yet, more often than not, He is in the small things. In all the little blessings that add up. You have to be careful and look closely to see them. But they are there. They are there in a word of encouragement or a small gift or just a smile.

God's blessings can be missed if you don't look for them. This week I saw God's hand in a multitude of little ways.

I'm thankful for Blessings #231-253

♥ A foggy, rainy night which means it's warming up.

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♥ A co-worker who sets asides packing boxes for me each day.

♥ A bag of clothes for the boys.

♥ Listening to a friend pour her heart out and praying with her.

♥ A daughter who enjoys simple pleasures.

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♥ A friend who dropped off a large bag of pears.

♥ Another friend who gave us two loads of boxes, as well as tape and newspapers.

♥ Sunshine streaming through the windows.

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♥ Children enthusiastically helping move packed boxes.

♥ The gift of time this morning because of a two-hour school delay.

♥ A place to live.

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♥ Learning a new skill.

♥ Ministering to a young couple.

♥ A husband who does dishes every single night in order to give me a break.

♥ A fellow pastor's wife who called me to offer encouragement.

♥ A neighbor who sent over cookies one night.

♥ Another pastor's wife who emailed me words of comfort and encouragement.

♥ A young friend who showed up at church with a desire to come on a regular basis.

♥ Geese returning; another sign of Spring.

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♥ An offer of financial assistance for a woman's retreat.

♥ Exploring the property around our soon to be new home.

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♥ A rousing time of worship yesterday.

and finally...

♥ God's hand in the small things.

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Won't you join us in counting your blessings?

Comments

  1. ElizabethdMarch 7, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    Your new home looks wonderful.

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  2. Cora from Hidden RichesMarch 7, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    I loved your list today, and your pictures! Thank you for sharing! Your commitment and sacrifice oozes through the cracks of your blog, and I know the Lord will bless you as you make your move. So glad I stopped by today!!!!

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  3. AnonymousMarch 7, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Terri! Thanks for sharing your list of things to be thankful for. Your blog makes me want to be a better person. I love the house you are moving into. It looks nice and big. I wish I lived closer. I would to stop by with a helping hand. I will, however, be lifting you up in prayer during this time.

    Debbi

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  4. Lisa notes...March 8, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    I love your list of graces, Terri. I pray your move will be smooth and God-glorifying. Sounds like you are working hard to make it so, and counting your blessings along the way!

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  5. DorieMarch 9, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    Yes, why is it so easy to overlook the small things? I know counting these gratitude listings has made me more observant of those small things as well. Sounds like the Lord has blessed you with wonderful people in your life ~ a lovely blessing indeed.

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