90 Days: Occupying for Justice and Freedom’s Neighborhood

DISCERNER OF THE HEART

Read Hebrews 3 - 4

...exhort one another daily, while it is called "Today," lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin. 

Hebrews 3:13 NKJV

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            Writing to his audience of Jewish Christians, the author of Hebrews reminds them of the penalty of unbelief. The children of Israel wandered in the wilderness for 40 years because they did not believe God. “For indeed the gospel was preached to us as well as to them; but the word which they heard did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in those who heard it. For we who have believed do enter that rest.

(4:2-3a)

            The rest that comes to the children of God in our day is through faith in the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. In our struggle against sin, He is the one who gives us rest.  For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 4:15-16

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                        Lord, I come to you today bowing before your throne to find grace to help in my time of need.

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            For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a Discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.     Hebrews 4:12 NKJV

Quote of the day:
What God wants of you all is that you should live each day as it comes, like a bird in the trees, without worrying about tomorrow. Be at peace and trust in divine Providence and the Blessed Virgin, and do not seek anything else but to please God and love Him.
~ST. LOUIS DE MONTFORT
 French missionary, 18th century

I'm feeling a little bit overwhelmed lately.  They took Daniel off one of his meds so he isn't sleeping at night like he should and now we have to start at square one again in that department. And of course there is always so much more with him then we all talk about.  Brandon didn't pass his eye test again so we're back to the doctors and new glasses for him (That he won't wear anyways but I still have to get them for him).  Brady needs his tonsils and adnoids out.  Itty needs some brain stem test to possibly figure out why he isn't talking yet.  Boyce keeps talking about going to Alaska to work.  I don't feel like I'm worrying about tomorrow like the quote of the day says not to, it just feels like it is all too much to process in this very second.  I wish I was playing bunco with Tina tonight!  Or having a really stiff drink with Joanna.  Or a cup of coffee with Patricia.  Or rolling down a hill with friend Dan. Or tap dancing in the warf with Joy. Or watching a movie with my mummy.  Or shopping with my Memere.  Or eating dinner with Crystal.  Or swimming with Jennifer.  Or talking on the phone with Evie. Or running around Cogshall with my old friends from highschool. Or reading a good book with myself.  I know that none of these things seem tragic or anything but all together it is a bit much!  I'm feeling paralized. 

Go forth and fill your libraries with media.

Seriously, thanks to everyone for being so amazing and patient. You are the reason I love Vox.

~daisy

I was just told that the Amazon Conduit will be fixed by tomorrow. I will post here as soon as I get word that it's back up and running.

I know this has been frustrating and I am sorry there wasn't more I could do to make it less so. I really appreciate your patience though.

Cheers,

daisy

I have so much to write about but for now I just want to post this picture and I will write when I have more time.

Playing dress up

Quote of the day:

Better to ask twice than to lose your way once.
~Danish Proverb

My Beautiful Friend Gina.  I know you have pneumonia and you could probably use your
Mom right about now so here is a picture for you my love.  I hope you feel better and
I hope you know she is watching over you guiding your path.  I'm loving you!!!

Georgene and Dorene

HE BECAME A MAN

Read Hebrews 1 -2

            In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways,  but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom he made the universe. Hebrews 1:1-2 NIV

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            The book of Hebrews begins by introducing Jesus, the Son of God, the Creator of the universe - the One who actually knows what happened, because He was there when it all began. But Jesus was not only there at the beginning, He remains as the power who holds it all together. “God’s Son is the radiance of God's glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. (1:3a)

            There is no other power in the Heavens or on earth superior to Him. The author of Hebrews writes, “But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels, now crowned with glory and honor... (2:9a) Jesus voluntarily gave up His exalted position to identify with us and pay the price for our sin. so that by his death he might destroy him who holds the power of death-that is, the devil- and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. (2:14b-15)

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            Thank you Lord that you paid the ultimate price for our sin and that we can trust You as the One who sustains all things. Bless our home with Your presence and help us to share the good news that the Creator of the universe has become our Saviour. 

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Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.   Hebrews 2:18 NIV

Bad news. As many of you have probably noticed, the Amazon Conduit was not fixed in the last week's release. Unfortunately, there was an undetected bug that is preventing the conduit from working.

We are working on this bug fix and hope to have the Conduit back up and running this week.

I will keep you posted.

Thank you for being so patient.

~daisy

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READY FOR EVERY GOOD WORK

Read Titus 2 and 3

            Those who have believed in God should be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable to men.  Titus 3:8b NKJV

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            Paul’s letter to Titus instructs him to appoint godly men as elders of the church. These men will have a difficult job ahead of them because there are already disputes among the people. “Remind them,” he writes, “to be subject to rulers and authorities, to obey, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to be peaceable, gentle, showing all humility to all men. (Titus 3:1-2)

            The quest for a gentle peaceable life should begin at home, so he tells Titus to gently instruct the older believers to live consistent Christian lives as examples for the young people. For instance, the older women were to “admonish the young women to love their husbands, to love their children, to be discreet, chaste, homemakers, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be blasphemed.”  (Titus 2:4-5)

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Lord, help us to make every effort to be at peace with those in the church and without. May our behavior reflect the graciousness of your mercy toward us. When our hearts are troubled, give us peace and wisdom to know how to respond.

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For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in the present age.  Titus 2:11-12 NKJV

Blog Action Day

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Blog Action Day is every October 15th, when blogger are asked to post something about a single issue to show our strength and conviction as an online community. It's a great way to feel connected to the greater good, and the participation of so many bloggers to support the world's leading non-profit organizations is something you can do to help, right now. By blogging today, you're supporting some of the world's leading non-profits and sharing your voice for change.

This year's topic is climate change, and we'd love to read your thoughts on the topic. If you participate, leave us a link to your post in the comments, so we know to check out your post!

Go to www.blogactionday.org to learn more, get a badge for your blog showing your participation, and see some ideas for your post on climate change.

Can't wait to read your posts!

~ daisy