That’s personal. . .

January 30, 2012 | Faith: Knowing Christ, Just me

This morning, I listened as a teacher shared this view of Psalm 23 and it reminded me all over again of why I love my Savior.

The Lord is my shepherd — that’s personal.

I shall not want — that’s provision.

He leads me beside still waters — that’s rest.

He restores my soul — that’s healing.

He leads me in the path of righteousness — that’s correction.

I will fear no evil, for He is with me — that’s protection.

He anoints my head with oil, he prepares a table — that’s blessing.

Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life — that’s grace.

I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever — that’s eternity.

Not on my own

January 2, 2012 | Faith: Knowing Christ, Just me

“People think Suzie has it all together, but God knows that she is battling,” the pastor said, praying quietly with me. And then he began to speak words over a heart that hungrily received them.

Words like, “Lord, she can’t do it on her own”. (more…)

Live free: Don’t forget the secrets found in the “secret place”

December 16, 2011 | Faith: Knowing Christ, Feelings: Intentional freedom, Just me

I opened my journal today. The last date was marked November 16th.

Was that possible?

Had I really not taken the time to sit alone with my Heavenly Father for over a month?

The “good girl” in me wanted to not share this. After all, how could I talk about the joy and freedom of knowing God and not be alone with Him? Would you think less of me?

But the reality is in the busyness I placed God last.

I didn’t stop loving Him. I didn’t stop reading about Him. I didn’t stop calling myself His.

But I want so much more than that.  (more…)

Listen. . .

December 15, 2011 | Feelings: Intentional freedom, Just me

I’ve been accused of being an optimist. I believe it. I don’t see the cup half empty. I don’t see it half full. I see it running over.

Isn’t that a great thing, you might ask? Yes, but sometimes I need to step back. Because my cup half running over just might get in the way. (more…)

Slowing it down long enough to “abide”

December 9, 2011 | Faith: Knowing Christ, Just me

“Can you come to a party?” someone asked.

I checked my calendar and realized that every day between now and Christmas (except for that day) was already filled.

I thought when my kids got older and left the nest that life would slow down, but it hasn’t! In fact, at times it feels like it’s gone into warp speed.

Family pulls one way, and I love those pulls and tugs. Deadlines refuse to go away, and I’m grateful for the work. Responsibilities demand their time, and I juggle, though I try very hard to practice balance.

But what I know can slip away in the busy times is my time with God. I feel that gentle pull right now. I talked with Him today while I put up the Christmas tree. I sent up a quiet prayer for a friend going through an incredibly hard time. I thanked Him for an unexpected blessing.

But we are created to be alone with Him. To push everything aside, if even for a moment, and close ourselves in. And the funny thing is, that while I desperately want and need that, I just keep pushing on, filling that time with other things.

The Bible calls it abiding in Him. (more…)

Baby news!

November 22, 2011 | Just me

I’m taking most of the week off from the Internet this week except to post a pic of a beautiful baby girl who entered our lives on Monday evening. Jane Erin Eller, my third grandbaby and second granddaughter made her grand entrance into the world and into Gramma’s heart.

So I’m hanging out with this precious gift and my other grandchildren and children. I hope you have an amazing week and I’ll be back on Monday!

I will share a couple of pics with you of Jane (my newest) and Elle, my 16 month old grandbaby.

Have an amazing Thanksgiving, and don’t forget to pause and give thanks for the things that mean most to you.

I appreciate you!

From Suzie, a girl whose heart is full, full, full!

See you then.

Suzie