Multitude Monday

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I love Monday because it's a brand new week and a fresh start.  A day to have a "do-over" and forget about the mistakes from the week before.

 I Peter 1:13 (NIRV) ~ 

 So prepare your minds for action. Control yourselves. Put your hope completely in the grace that will be given to you when Jesus Christ returns.

This week, as I head into changes in my life - some minor and some major, I want this verse to be my focus.  I want to move forward with thanks for the many things that God is doing and will do in my life.

This week I'm thankful for blessings #1871-1883

♥ A girl's day out with two ladies from church.

 ♥ The beauty of snow.

 ♥ Peaceful days and nights.

♥ Getting slowly unpacked.

 ♥ A wonderful worship service, hearing voices lifted in praise.

 ♥ Hearing those same voices lifted in prayer for each other.

 ♥ The joys of entertaining.
♥ Seeing how determined Nathan is to do well on a test he has to take for a job.
♥ A wonderful gift of cookies from our neighbors.

 ♥ Feeling welcomed.

♥ A beautiful sunrise.

♥ Working through emotions and coming out stronger.

 ♥ Emily's strength in going into a new school today. 

♥ The joys of a soft bunny.
and finally...

 ♥ A week of fresh starts. 

Comments

  1. Elaine W. MillerJanuary 6, 2014 at 9:51 AM

    You are inspiring, my friend. I want 1/2 of your energy. Love you. Keep shining for Jesus!

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    1. TerriJanuary 6, 2014 at 9:55 AM

      Thank you, Elaine. I fail often, but am so thankful for God's forgiveness and His grace that keeps me getting up and moving on! Love you too.

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2014 at 11:19 AM

    I was just thinking the same thing last night.....Monday morning is a time to start fresh and new. Hopefully, by the end of the week I won't lose momentum.

    I am anxious to hear about Emily's first day at her new school. She is sure growing up and beautiful.

    Debbi

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  3. ElizabethdJanuary 6, 2014 at 11:20 AM

    So many new and fresh beginnings for you all at the moment. It's times like these that God's grace is so necessary.

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