Keep on smiling in your trekking

Good Afternoon, or whatever is the best greeting to you, in your part of the world!

Thought today, I would share this insightful message of encouragement from Joyce Meyer of 'Enjoying Everyday Life' (www.joycemeyer.org).

Before I do, Alan and I are certainly in the throws of many a 'trial and tribulation' these days. It is as if we finally have something resolved, and then something else comes 'out of left field.' Have to admit, at this time, we are feeling very weary and overcome with all the various bittidz 'out of the blue' obstacles that are being hurled against us. Something 'made me' go and check out Joyce's 'Daily Devotional.' Am glad I did; because this is exactly where Alan and I are at this very tid moment. THANK YOU JOYCE!!!!

So, as a tidbitz, for those of you experiencing some challenging circumstances, hope this serves as a bit of a calming reassurance to your hearts. Here goes:

"Still the Storm'

December 1


"And He arose and rebuked the wind and said to
the sea, Hush now! Be still (muzzled)! And the
wind ceased (sank to rest as if exhausted by
its beating) and there was [immediately] a
great calm (a perfect peacefulness).
— Mark 4:39

When Jesus and the disciples were crossing the lake and a storm arose, the disciples panicked. They were as stormy inside as the tempest around them. But when Jesus spoke “Peace, be still” out of that well of peace within Him, immediately the wind and the waves became calm.

You cannot rebuke the storms in your life if you have a storm raging on the inside of you.We maintain peace by trusting God. Don’t be mad at God because you didn’t get what you prayed for. Don’t be mad at God because your friend got a promotion at work and you didn’t. Don’t be mad at God because your friend got married and you’re still single. Trusting God in every situation is the only way to still the storm within."

Wish I had many more bittids to add; however, at this time, I do not. It is heavy slogging and the words "Trust in the Lord with all your heart", keeps coming back to me (and to Alan); so we 'keep on trekking.'

Christmas (December 25th) is about celebrating the Birth of Jesus Christ. The Christmas season is portrayed to be a joyful time (Christmas shopping. parties etc); however, such is not always the bittid case; as there are many people who experience extreme sadness. (loss of loved ones, loss of income, friends, family etc) Given what we are going through, it would appear, that this Christmas will be more of a sombre one than usual. However, Alan and I have made up our minds AND hearts, to be all the more thankful for our tidbits of Blessings; regardless of 'the storms' that are swirling about us.

Upon amusing and bemusing reflections, it is fair to add, that we have more of a tid chance to win a 'lotto' (LOL!); than with the various institutions and certain individuals we have been dealing with thus far (for months). I just came to that bit realization earlier in the day. Today has, indeed, been a sobering and yet enlightening one for us. However, if nothing else, we have dared to try; and we will continue to Rely upon Him to Provide the Solution. 'ALL Things are possible with Him.'

Will close with the above wonderful photo image. Very tidbit true. If you wish, you can refer to my recent posts for extra tidbits and bittids of background.

Peace and God Bless.