Ephifanies and Blessings!

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

Am writing this now, while things remain vividly fresh in my mind. Watched 'Hour of Power' this morning; and WOW! Just the spiritual 'good cheer' 'medicine' I needed to be uplfited with! Will share some tidbits in a bit.

Also, 'Enjoying Everyday Life' with Joyce Meyer; is scheduled for a different T.V. time; methinks, I will just have to get up a bittid earlier; and / or view her T.V. presentations in the evenings. Or if I miss that, I will tune into her wonderful website at www.joycemeyer.org.

Missed the beginning part of 'Hour of Power'; however, I quote - "Lucille O'Neal (LO) is the mother of one of the greatest basketball players of our time, Shaquille O'Neal. She has written a new book entitled, "Walk Like You Have Somewhere to Go." As the mother of one the greatest athletes of all time, her journey is exceptional and it reveals that she is more than just Shaquille's mom. Dr. Robert Schuller (RHS) interviews Lucille."

Also, I listened to the 'America Boy Choir' - they are great; as are all the guest speakers!

Now back to 'Hour of Power.' Dr. Sheila Schuller Coleman gave an outstanding message today; and there are NO coincidences; as in some of Alan's and my ongoing daily experiences. We are not alone; and safe to say that these past eighteen months app have been tough for most people around the world; ie the Financial Melt Down. As of Friday (April 30th, same day my Dad died), we were hit with some unexpected curve balls; and my immediate thought was: 'What have we done now to deserve THIS?' Alan and I decided to 'let matters rest, until Monday' and we simply AGAIN, said, 'Thank You!' 'Praise You In ALL Things.'

For most of the night last night, I was awake and had a 'personal dialogue' with Him. I do not know how many Prayers I Prayed; but there were several. Did you know that God keeps track of all Prayers? Boy, methinks that I have been keeping 'Whomever' pretty busy! LOL! During the night, I was also up many a tid time; and I was constantly 'Directed' to the Bible. The Book of Job 'happened' to 'open up' - right at Chapter One. As of late, I have been 'Guided' to Job; and I am thinking - 'NO COINCIDENCES HERE'. So, imagine when Sheila gave her message today; I had quite a few tidbit encouraging ephifanies! Earlier this morning, I had thought, maybe I won't watch the T.V. - ie 'Hour of Power' etc; but then 'Well, maybe I should, maybe there is something I need to hear; even if it is to encourage us in our constant daily walk in Christ.

Sheila's message was 'Job Search: Where is God When the World Falls Apart?' Apart from talking about jobs / hard times etc, she was referring to Job. Again, no coincidences! WOW! Sheila shares several passages from the Bible. ie Book of Job; and there is a marble statue of Job at the nearby university, with four engraved responses from Job in difficult moments. ie. Job 1:21, Job ? (my apologies, did not get the chapter and verse), Job 13:15, and Job 23:10.

These are four awesome messages; and I appreciated also, how Sheila gave a wonderful tribute to her Dad's humility. ie, to quote her: "There is a man who has honored his God, who has stood up for him throughout the whole world. He had honor in his younger days, he had respect, and he had success beyond measure. And today, some of that has been called into question. But I will tell you that, even though the press has not been kind and even though there are people who call and question us, my father, every time he drives off this property, he asks my mom to drive past the Job statue. And he says to her, "Arvella, though he slay me, I will still trust in him." And I just want to say that our trials are there so God's glory will be revealed through Dad, who has honored his Heavenly Father."

Referring to Job 23: 10 - "But He knows the way I take; When He has tried me, I shall come forth as gold". That is also reassuring news; particularly with all the bittidz 'trials and tribulations' that Alan and I have been experiencing. We feel much better when we simply say 'Thank You.' You can refer to yesterday's post if you wish further info on 'Thank You.'

For those of you who feel really 'bewildered' etc, best to embrace 'Hour of Power' at www.hourofpower.org. Also, in Job 38, Job is being 'tested' for his Faith and Trust in God; and God's Purpose was / is to allow Satan (his name means 'accuser' - very appropriate) to have his way (but not kill Job); so as to Reveal God's Glory via 'testing' Job. Job endured and remained steadfast and faithful to God!

Also, I noticed that the Crystal Cathedral's beautiful 'pool' is filled with clean and fresh water; along with wonderfully healthy and thriving ferns, immersed in solid planters in the pool. Magnificent; a joyful sight and a Blessing, methinks! WOW! We have some green ferns that have wondrously 'appeared' and / or 'took root' in a couple of our planters in our tidbitz patio / garden! We simply say 'Thank You' to Him for the Blessings He has given us all. Writing of our bittid garden, we have added a zucchini plant to the mix; have never grown zucchini, so we are looking forward to watching its growth.

Plus (this is a tidbit plus too!), if you wish, you can refer to my April 25th post,'A rainbow delight!' re: 'Hour of Power', when guest speaker, Jim Penner (Executive Producer of 'Hour of Power'), speaks about a 'miracle', Alan and I joyfully relate to his message; as we experienced an awesome WOW ( "WOW = Walking on Water" as he says) 'miracle' last Friday (See post of April 16th, if you wish). Basically, he shares the 'Three T's of a Powerful Faith'. - 1) "TAKE your eyes off your circumstances." 2) "TURN your circumstances over to God." 3) "TRUST God with the results."

Also, watched 'Living Truth'; and I look forward to sharing a bittid in the next post or few! Charles Price was excellent in delivering his illuminating insightn re: 'The Meaning of Baptism.' Many bittids of ephifanies there too!

The above photo image is of the exquisite yellow hotei rhododendron. We have had this rhodo for about three years, and finally it is starting to bloom forth. The vibrant colours of all the rhodos this year, are spectacular, everywhere!

May you have a restful Sunday; and enjoy many tidbit Blessings throughout each and every day.

Peace and God Bless.

Appreciating a quiet night at home

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

Yesterday came and went quickly; had tidbitz appointments, some showings, as well as some unexpected bittidz matters that arose. Fortunately, later in the day, our very good friend came over for a bit of birthday bubbly, appies, and dinner. Just 'what the doctor ordered'; as the day unfolded into 'it never rains, but it pours.' Everything all at tid once. We also got hit with a bittid of dismaying news; but we will deal with things on Monday. The dinner consisted of Alan's creative homemade pizza, and our friend made a delicious green salad, as well as bringing over a bottle of pleasant tasting red wine ('Lounge Lizard' is the name of the wine! LOL!). For dessert, we had freshly baked lemon meringue pie (from the local bakery). Always good to patronize your local bakery, methinks!

During dinner, we did several 'Absent Friends Skals' (a Norwegian custom); remembering those who are no longer with us. ie. My Dad (he died April 30, 1998) as well as my Mum and other parents / family members / dear friends who have since passed away. My son called us later last night; to pass on his rememberances as well; and I was appreciative of that heartwarming gesture. My son works in a bank; and that particular branch had a robbery; so he was there many long hours into the night with the police. It would appear he had quite the day and then some.

We did not see my daughter and our grandsons yesterday; so hopefully, we will get together sometime next week; when schedules permit.

Glad it is Saturday evening; and we can be thankfully reflective for all the Blessings that we have been given by Him. We have been out and about; so we welcome a quiet night at home. We are enjoying the hockey playoffs; and then later on, we will view a movie or two.

Tidbit - Live one day at a time. 'Cast all your cares upon Him'. ie. Worries, fears, doubts, anxieties etc. Trust that He has everything in hand and knows what is best for you. He has a good plan for each and every one of us; as He loves us all unconditionally.

Bittid - Make a point of saying 'Thank you' more often. It is amazing how much better you feel when you have an 'attitude of gratitude'; and it 'rubs off on others.' Also, take joyful delight in appreciating the little things. Plus, in tough circumstances, by saying 'Thank You' to Him, lets Him Know that you are Relying totally upon Him to Guide your Path. 'He IS the Way, the Truth, and the Light.' Do not let obstacles distract you for too long; best to 'snap out of it', and 'Praise Him In ALL Things.' Focus your attention all the MORE upon Him to Prevail with the best Solution / Plan for you.

Tomorrow, I look forward to watching the Vision Channel; and to repeat, for those interested in learning more, it is preferable to tune into the various programs (ie.'Hour of Power', 'Enjoying Everyday Life', 'Living Truth' etc), to gain your own tidbit insights and understanding. These special ministeries provide wonderful encouragement, as well as uplifting Biblical teachings.

It is a beautiful evening tonight; very windy; yet nice to have the extra daylight. Love the above photo image; so lush and green; much like what we have surrounding us.

Good Night, Peace, and God Bless.

Thankful for the evening

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

It has been another full bittidz day; and we are thankful the day has come and gone. It is a gorgeous Spring evening to boot and in between the hockey playoff periods, we will enjoy sitting outside on our bedroom balcony, and appreciating the ultimate beautiful sunset.

The showing was postponed until tomorrow. Just as well, as we had a full plate today; which also included a quick afternoon jaunt to Costco. We had our large calculator, which helps keep us on track; however, we did find 'room' for a few savoury tidbitz treats. ie. Dad's Oatmeal Cookies, in a big box, 48 packages of two, thus 92 cookies in total! Mmmmm! That brought out the little 'child in me'; as I remember the days with Dad's Oatmeal Cookies, along with the collectible 'cut outs' on the back of the box. LOL! Also,'on special', there was a Sundried Tomato Oil; and methinks this would serve as a delicious marinade / sauce when barbecuing salmon / and or other savoury seafood. Also, we happen to have some French Baguettes in our freezer; so the pieces of French Bread should be very tasty for dipping in this 'special' Sunfried Tomato Oil.

Tomorrow, we have a number of tid things on the go. In between things, we may be seeing my daughter and our twin grandsons mid morning / mid day for a bit of lunch (maybe a picnic in the park); and then later in the day our good friend will pop over to celebrate her belated birthday. We have the 'bubbly on chill' as well as the Costco quiche appies in our freezer. Our friend will stay on for 'Al's Pizza' (I affectionately refer to it as that); so it will be a relaxing and joyful way to end the week.

My Dad passed away on April 30, 1998. If you wish, you can refer to my posts from 2007, 2008, and 2009 in memory of him. Eventhough he has been gone for all these years, it does not seem that long; almost as if he is still here with us. I miss him. He was a wonderful man; beloved by many. Alan even suggested that with all our 'trials and tribulations' we have been battling through, wouldn't it be 'poetic' if we received some 'good news' tomorrow (the 30th)? Now, that would, indeed, be a serendipitous miracle, methinks!

Also, there is the showing; the people are quite interested. Regardless, we will have to make some decisions, depending on all what happens tomorrow. If you wish, you can refer to my last few posts for a bittid of details.

Hope this (and earlier posts) have given you a tidbit of an uplift and enthusiastic encouragement. Skal, with a glass of South African red wine!

The above lovely photo was sent to me by my friend, who has a bountiful beautiful garden; almost like a magnificent paradise. These are of her gorgeous purple rhodos; and we happen to have one such blooming rhodo, at the beginning of our walkway! A wonderful time of year; where everything is so vividly fresh in budding colour! Alan and I think, that this particular year has been awesome; in that everything appears to be so lush and healthy.

Am now going out to catch the start of a glowing and majestic sunset. 'Praise Him In ALL Things!'

Peace and God Bless.

'God with the flow'

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

This is just going to be a short bit post tonight; as it has been a full tid day for us. We are appreciative that it is evening and now we can rest; as well as being thankful for all our daily Blessings that He has given us.

Earlier in the day, I was writing a dear friend and I made a bittidz typo error; however maybe not. To quote: "It depends what happens too, with the other 'irons in the fire'; so, we really do not know our plan; save that we are just going to 'god with the flow'. We should have more of an idea within the next few days (we hope). We have turned everything over to Him; as we have done our best with what has been available." Meant to say / type 'go with the flow'; however,'god with the flow' sums it up in a tidbitz. I have now changed it to 'God with the flow!'

We have another showing tomorrow on our home; and the house and garden is looking good. As mentioned, we just have to 'keep on trekking' and continue to have the Faith, Hope, and Trust in Him, that He will Prevail; as 'He IS the Way, the Truth, and the Light.' He has helped us overcome past obstacles; so would He do any less now? I keep thinking too, of the 'miracle', as shared in my April 16th post; should any of you wish to refer to it. Methinks, 'Go with God and His Flow' is more like it!

Love the above photo image; that is Alan and I tonight.

Peace and God Bless.

An evening reflection

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

Earlier today, we read a tidbitz excerpt from 'Living Truth' (Charles Price - www.livingtruth.ca) and it was just 'what the doctor ordered.' ie. Remembering to Say "Thank You". Many words of truth were suggested in the readings today. All areas caught my attention; but "In Approaching God" really hit home to me. ie. "In approaching God - to ask for new blessings, we should never forget to thank Him for the blessings He has already given. Have you recently come to God for help and He came through for you? Did you come back to say "Thank you"?

Well, we had that wonderful tidbit experience where He came through on April 16th (Tou can refer to that post 'Grateful and Thankful!'). We know too, that He has come through many a time for us; ie 'Fear Not, For I have overcome the world."

Today, we had a 'showing' - actually TWO groups came through to see our home, which is currently up for sale. Both groups LOVED our home; which is a pleasant change; because in the past, we have received negative bittid comments, that we question. We also took out the 'leaf' in our dining room table; so that allowed a more spacious path; as opposed to a 'trail'. Also, our garden is looking extra 'spiffy' today; as Alan applied the topsoil to our beds; and it is amazing what a fresh clean batch of top soil will do! Everyone loved our bittidz garden and the privacy factor; and it is so true -'location, location, location.'

Our agent's listing is coming up by the end of the month; and we are not sure whether we will let it lapse, or to renew with him. Today, however, is good news.

We also have some other bit 'irons in the fire"; so it really depends on what happens or not, within the next few days; and thus we will be better equipped to make a solid decision.

Also last night, we received a phone call about one of our projects; and the call re validated to us, that we have been on the 'right track'' albeit slow.

Tidbit - 'Keep on trekking.' Do NOT give up on your dreams; even if you are feeling extremely downtrodden and overwhelmed. 'Turn everything over to Him'. Let Him resolve your circumstances; 'Rely Upon Him.' It is just having the strength to 'cast all your cares upon Him.' ASK Him to HELP you LEAN UPON HIM.

Bittid - Appreciate the good that has come out of not so good. KNOW and TRUST that He has a GOOD Plan and Purpose for you. He LOVES each and every one of us unconditionally! That is huge; in understanding that; and that Christ died for us. All our sins have been forgiven and KNOW that. 'Seek and Ye Shall Find'.

We have been experiencing 'April Showers' throughout the day; but at the tid moment, there is brilliant abounding sunshine! We have much to be thankful for; and we will look forward to enjoying our bittid balcony patio in the next short while and this evening. All the spring flowers are rising in their splendour and the rhododendrons are taking on a full majestic colourful bloom!

We are Abiding in Him; and we know He is Abiding in us. He is our Strength and Refuge.

Recently took the above picture of one of the flowering plants in our complex (azalea?) as the gentle colours 'spoke' to me.

Peace and God Bless.

A quiet and restful evening

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

We have had an active tidbitz day; and have called it a day. We just treated ourselves to ordering in a 'dinner for two'; and it was a wonderfully appreciated tidbit treat - as if we had gone out to dinner; except that we could relax in the comfort of our own home! Watching the NHL playoff games to boot! A glass of red vino or two, was a nice added bittidz touch after a full day.

Want to let you know that I have not forgotten about sharing a few bittids from the Vision Channel programs that I embraced yesterday. You can refer to yesterday's post if you wish; and / or even the post before. However, I repeat, that to receive your own tidbits of clarity and knowledge, it is better to check into these awesome insightful sites for yourselves.

Today, we have been deluged with 'April Showers'; and eveything looks so freshly lush, green, and healthy. The rhododendrums are now starting to bloom; and I will take a few bittid pictures before too long. We planted two in front of our home last year; and their colours of vivid fuschia pink and blood red are exquisite contrasts!

Tidbit - Appreciate a quiet and restful evening, after a productive day. Be thankful too, for all your daily Blessings.

Bittid - Know when to 'call it a day'; and just simply relax. The other pressing matters can wait. Plus, 'no need to fret about tomorrow; as it will be here soon enough.' 'Cast all your cares upon Him.' So, when anything and everything appears to be overwhelming, just 'throw all your burdens upon Him.' He does carry them for you, if you ASK. Also, Prayers of Grateful Thanks and joyful Praise to Him, helps provide you with a good night's solid sleep and sound rest.

We are glad to be home for the night; love the above cosy photo image! Also, we are about to watch a movie, so here is wishing you a nice evening and 'Good Night.'

Peace and God Bless.

A rainbow delight!

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

Just reviewed my most recent two posts; and saw that the date of the latest post, was in error. I corrected it to show up, as Friday, April 23rd. I guess I forgot to change the date / time frame option.

The weather between then and now has been like a teetering / tottering 'see saw' - back and forth with April Showers galore, and then followed by brilliant massive rays of sunshine. We have been fighting a bit of a flu? bug; so we have appreciated this quiet weekend.

This morning approx 5:00 am, I heard the chirping cheerful sounds of the birds; always a happy heralding of Spring to me! We are grateful too, for the increasing hours of daylight; starting with the beauty of the dawn, and ending with the colourful glory of majestic sunsets. We enjoy sitting on our bittid balcony in the evenings; and we reflect thankfully upon the Blessings, that we have been given in abundance!

Also, this morning, I watched and embraced the Vision Channel - ie. 'Hour of Power', 'Enjoyng Everyday Life', and 'Living Truth'. These international ministries have so much to offer - ie their insights, messages of encouragement, and solid Biblical teachings. I gained many tidbits of 'ephifanies' from the three programs today; and I will share a few bittids tomorrow and throughout the week.

If you wish to learn more ('Seek and Ye Shall Find'), best you tune into these ministries for yourselves, so you can receive your own tidbit 'ephifanies'. eg. On 'Hour of Power', when guest speaker, Jim Penner (Executive Producer of 'Hour of Power'), speaks about a 'miracle', Alan and I joyfully relate to his message; as we experienced an awesome WOW ( "WOW = Walking on Water" as he says) 'miracle' last Friday (See post of April 16th, if you wish). Basically, he shares the 'Three T's of a Powerful Faith'. - 1) "TAKE your eyes off your circumstances." 2) "TURN your circumstances over to God." 3) "TRUST God with the results."

Tidbit - Always Trust in the Lord. 'Praise Him In ALL Things.'

Bittid - When you Give Him genuine Thanks (in all circumstances), you immediately are uplifted; as if a huge burden has been removed from your shoulders / heart. The more you maintain a steadfast attitude of gratitude and thanks, it is easier to Pray and to Rely Upon Him to Guide your Path; as 'He IS the Way, the Truth, and the Light.'

If you wish, you can refer to Tuesday's, April 13th post, 'Reflective Thanks'. I took a picture of our tid delicate antique Fenton vase, filled with freshly cut flowers from the lush gardens that surround our complex. Here is another bittid photo of this unusual vase; as well as some elephants (one of 2 'modern' bookends; as well as an early 19th Century letter box / compartment - sentimental and historical to me, as it was from the era of my great great great grandparents!). I have always loved elephants! Also, the 'rainbow' prism in the background is a surprise tidbit Blessing, methinks!

Here is wishing you a restful and tranquil Sunday evening.

Peace and God Bless.