I love buying new things. There is something so satisfying about buying a fresh, new “whatever I want” that brings a renewed pep in my step and a solid dose of dopamine.
Last week, I found myself looking for a new vehicle for our booked and busy household. While yes, we already have two working cars, I found myself researching yet another one, weighing the pros and cons of buying it. “This one is bigger with better mileage and would be great for the kids,” I reasoned. “Plus, it is way cooler than the one we have, and the neighbors just got a brand new car.” I needed it, I decided.
While the theme of today’s reading is a tender one, I believe God highlights the topic of humility in wealth because it matters deeply to Him. Do today’s passages mean that if I’m not impoverished I can’t please God? If I do have money and enjoy nice things, am I in sin? If I buy the new vehicle we don’t need, am I evil?
Collectively, the culture I live in is one of consumerism and consumption. We humans love shiny things. And while it’s okay to have things and enjoy those things, we can easily wander astray when having the things themselves becomes our sole focus and goal. When we elevate our money and riches it becomes an idol, and, if we’re not careful, our worship may quickly start to correspond with the rising and falling of the amount we have.
If we don’t have a lot, we can become consumed by wanting; if we do have a lot, we can become consumed by holding on to it. When we have much, we can become proud of ourselves; when we have little, we can become sorry for ourselves. This means that whether we have full bank accounts or we are barely making it each month, our focus shouldn’t be fixated on earthly items. All of these traps can create a root of pride and lead us to believe we are our own provider rather than God Himself.
God’s kingdom is for the humble, and humility is forged when we focus on Jesus and not earthly riches.
The world promises that more, new, and shiny is better than what we currently hold in our hands. The consumeristic culture boasts that if we get one more thing or make just one more purchase, we will be content. Scripture shares a better word.
James 1:9–10 says: “Let the brother of humble circumstances boast in his exaltation, but let the rich boast in his humiliation because he will pass away like a flower in the field.”
Earthly riches do not last. Exaltation in the kingdom is eternal.
As followers of Jesus, we don’t need more “fill in the blank” to be content. We need a renewal of our mind to see the truth. Our treasure is not here. Our treasure is in heaven.
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Father, Remind me how quickly earthly things fade,
but Your word stands forever.
Teach me to boast only in knowing You—
the God of love, justice, and righteousness.
Turn my heart toward heavenly treasure,
not the things that rust and disappear.
I choose You over every other master.
Hold my heart steady and undivided today.
Amen.
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Its all about priorities
The treasures that wait for us in Heaven are far greater than anything we will buy on earth. I can’t wait to see what God has in store for us!
I agree that our treasure is indeed in heaven. I like shiny new things also but I never forget God the Father and Jesus is my savior.
Our eyes should stay focus on Heaven, which is where our prize is.
Our treasure is in heaven! Earthly riches do not last.
I have always taken this to be even more than money, but all “riches” I do not care about money but I do care about my work and my status. Chasing status, holding on to the “riches” of my heart. It is an idol. However we make idols.
Oh Father help me to be content and to continue to renew my mind to your truth, that my treasure is in heaven and nothing here compares.
My husband is amazing at our finances and it’s come over time. But often I feel that because he saved up x amount in savings that he is almost obsessed with not letting it go lower and I appreciate that but when I need to see a doctor I don’t want to hear anything about the cost. It crushes me. He’s a good steward of Gods money. I feel that this grip he feels he needs to have isn’t allowing him to fully trust God. Maybe I’m just seeing it all wrong lol.
I definitely have the same husband lol. I have needed to fix my teeth because I have an underbite but he seems to be super comfortable with saving more money than spending it. At times it’s discouraging but I also don’t need to “fix my teeth “ just to feel pretty. He makes me feel beautiful. Even if I’m gaining weight or my teeth are ugly. Sorry for rambling lol. My husband is the same way haha.
Dear God I pray that you would help Laurens husband put his trust in you. That he would know that you will always provide anything that they need. I pray that you wrap a blanket of peace over Lauren as he husband works through this. Amen
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I struggle with this. My hubby is always striving to get more in the bank, enough is never enough. I supposed thats the flip side. Alter ativeky I feel quilty when i spend. We feel like its time to replace the sofa but am I just being greedy? Think i need to pray on this some more!
Amen! This one really hit home for me. I grew up in a household where it’s important to have the nicest of the nice when it comes to things. And I will admit, I picked up on that attitude and I bought a car I could barely afford. Over the years I have realized that’s not the life I want. I like buying my clothes at thrift stores and my current car has 200,000 miles on it. Hey, it runs and I like not having a car payment. I just look at all the stuff my family has that they don’t use, and that’s not me.
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My sisters and I are in the process of cleaning out our Mothers house and the amount of things in her house is so overwhelming.
What a timely reminder for me to store up my treasures in heaven and not in earthly things. Thank you Lord.
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Jesus tells us to not focus on earthly things because what we have on earth won’t last. When we get to heaven that is what matters because everything in Gods kingdom lasts forever and never goes away❤️❤️✝️✝️✝️
“If we don’t have a lot, we can become consumed by wanting; if we do have a lot, we can become consumed by holding on to it. When we have much, we can become proud of ourselves; when we have little, we can become sorry for ourselves”, I really like this, thank you SARAH. I often wonder about this. This is a spectrum of a scarcity mindset and an (earthly) abundance mindset. Each has its trap. The scarcity mindset: consumed by self pity and wants (discerning our needs vs. our wants is important but challenging sometimes). The trap of abundance can be ego inflation, and the fear of reverting back to poverty, there is this psychological phenomenon where the pain of losing something is roughly twice as powerful as the joy of gaining the equivalent, known as loss aversion. Yesterday this song “Your grace is enough” by Chris Tomlin was playing in my car, which is based on the scripture in 2 Corinthians 12:9, “But He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness’. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me”. There is a caution to be aware of, for us there is a conflict of enough, the flesh is biologically and psychologically wired for hedonic adaptation, which is a tendency to quickly return to a state of happiness over time. Once a desire is met, the dopamine spike fades, and a new, higher threshold is set. Because the flesh is “bottomless” with its demands, it views sufficient as a threat. To the flesh, sufficient feels like deprivation. So even though God says, “My grace is enough for you”, it won’t ever feel like it’s enough for the flesh that screams “I want more”. There is another stage of desensitization (being accustomed to a stimulus, leading to a decreased emotional response), I see this with my kids at Christmas, once they open their Christmas presents with beautiful shiny new toys (that I could only dream of when I was a child), their next reaction is what’s next, I am bored. We are like that too if we dare to look closely and admit honestly (lol).
It’s good to stay in the balance as the wisdom of God has shown us:
“Keep falsehood and lies far from me; give me neither poverty nor riches, but give me only my daily bread. Otherwise, I may have too much and disown you and say, ‘Who is the Lord?’ Or I may become poor and steal, and so dishonor the name of my God” (Proverbs 30:8-9).
“For what profit is it to a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul? Or what will a man give in exchange for his soul?” (Matthew 16:26).
Thank you Lord that Your Grace is sufficient. Help us to see that. May you teach us the depth and the joy of understanding “godliness with contentment is great gain” 1 Timothy 6:6, give us self-control to practice contentment daily and harness the desires of the flesh. For we have already gained so much through Christ. Thank you Father. Lifting up prayers over your requests as i scroll. Be blessed dear sisters.
So good Mercy! ❤️
Great, great thoughts Mercy. Thank you❤️
Such great thoughts in Godly contentment! ❤️
SO good Mercy! I am so glad this piece encouraged you. I loved reading what God showed you through the reading today as well. Blessings.
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From Tina’s post this morning “…may I boast in the Goodness of God, His faithfulness, His Grace and Love, and the Hope He fills me with…”
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I am going to do that here today! I have been (still am) in the midst of a deep valley, but God… has elevated my mood today and I am so grateful. Also grateful for your prayers and a small improvement in my situation. (And maybe the aid of some supplements for mood support??)
My most recent scripture memorization is Isaiah 41:13
For I am the Lord your God
who takes hold of your right hand
and says to you, Do not fear;
I will help you.
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He IS helping me. Just wanted to boast on Him for that and ask for continued prayers. There are a lot of miracles left to be done. ❤️
As always, praying over all your requests.
That’s wonderful to hear B!
Thank you!❤️
Rejoicing with you for your elevated mood and small improvement and continuing to pray for miracles for you, B ❤️
Thanks so much!❤️
B, so glad for even the smallest improvement! My go-to verse is Psalm 16:8- I know the LORD is always with me.
I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.NLT.
Continued prayers for peace snd trust in this valley. ❤
Thanks!❤️❤️
Really enjoying this study so far, really makes me take a moment to pause and reflect.
Please pray for a safe trip for my husband and me as we drive to the North Carolina mountains for a few days of rest and relaxation. Just got on the road with out little dog.
That sounds so nice Teresa. Praying you have a wonderful time!
Praying for safe traveling and wonderful memories.
Over the years I have been learning and re-learning to be content with what I have and to boast in nothing – except the Lord. I’m sure these lessons will be on going until I go to be with the Lord!
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On the road as I write, returning from a very quick trip to RI.
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Update on my dear friend & kindred spirit, Laverne.
She did not have an obstruction but a perforated intestine. There is nothing that can be done. The bacteria continues to pour into her body until it takes her life. She is being made comfortable with morphine until she goes to be with the Lord which is expected within the next few days. Prayers for Gods grace & strength for her husband Mike. This is such a hard & sad time – waiting helpless for your loved one to die. But she was at peace with it all & I got to talk with her on Monday night to say our goodbyes.
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Praying for all the requests that were mentioned yesterday & today.
Be blessed sweet She’s & partners in prayer. ❤️
Ahh, Sharon, you know, as Christians we look forward in theory to being with the Lord when we are called home!
And yet..
Leverne, has accepted that this here place we call life is not home and is ready.. there’s will be open arms waiting, its those left behind.. praying for Mike.
God bless them both..♥️
Sharon, I’m praying for Laverne to have a peaceful passing, and for Mike as he stays by her side. and in the days to follow. I pray God will comfort you as well in the loss of your friend.
Praying for continued comfort for Laverne until our good Lord takes her home.
Praying for Mike and all who love Laverne. ❤️❤️❤️
Praying for Lavern and her husband Mike, you are such a sweet friend to her. What a blessing you are. Partners in prayers- i love this.
I am thankful you got to spend time with her on Monday. Prayers going up!
What an incredibly hard, difficult situation and very sad time. May the Lord’s presence be of great comfort,strength and peace and hugs to you Sharon as you walk thru this loss of such a dear and close of sister. Have prayed❤️
So sorry Sharon, no words, except what the others have said.
Ditto to everything said by our sisters! Hard to believe there’s nothing to be done. Hugs! ❤
Amen. I try to focus more on Jesus by believing He will provide my needs. My job is to praise and worship my Lord and Savior in all circumstances and be a good steward of the blessings He provides me with. Amen
Yes, Our Jehovah Jerah! Our Lord will provide all of our needs.
We talked about that (and sang the song) at jail ministry today. No matter our circumstances, He Provides. Like you said- our job is to Praise Him and worship Him. He will get us through, and that is where we grow!
Today is one of those you might get hit by a rock days.
It’s so easy to get caught up in the things of this world. When I feel like I’m striving more than abiding, I ask God to show me where I’m off track. He does it every time! I like Micah 6:8.
God is faithful! If we ask, He will show us!
Praying for all!
“Striving more than abiding.” So. Good.
Today’s reading reminded me of the words of the song Crown by Hillsong
“I will not boast in riches
I have no pride in gold
But I will boast in Jesus
And in His name alone
My wealth is in the cross”
To boast in something other than Jesus is to boast in something that will inevitably fade away. I pray I would boast only in Jesus the only one worthy of praise who will never fade away!
“My wealth is in the cross” so good.
This morning I ponder: “Earthly riches do not last. Exaltation in the kingdom is eternal.”
This is what the Lord says:
The wise person should not boast in his wisdom; the strong should not boast in his strength;the wealthy should not boast in his wealth. But the one who boasts should boast in this: that he understands and knows that I am the Lord, showing faithful love, justice, and righteousness on the earth,for I delight in these things.This is the Lord’s declaration. Jer 9:23-24
Heavenly Father reveal to me all that is not worthy of my time, attention, affection and resources or accomplishments. With deep humilty, honor, gratitude and praise let my words, actions, everyday moments, and my life be a reflection, testimony, give honor and praise to the goodness, faithfulness, your provision and mighty work of your hand and your presence that has lead, carried provided all that I need. Remind me Lord that true fulfillment does not come from more things, more titles, bigger and better, but a heart that is fixed on you. Let my understanding of you Lord, be lead to show faithfulness, contentment and humility in all ways. Amen
Yes, BIG AMEN! I read again a second time out loud! Lord help us and guide us, reveal..! Those hidden places that I don’t see, or make excuses for…Lord we want you, we need you..we yearn for you. Fill us to overflowing with everything for you, from you!! Amen
Amen and amen.
Amen!
Amen Wendy B!!
Today’s lesson hit straight to the heart. I don’t need more of anything but Jesus ❤️
I guess I could have said it all in that simple statement too! lol!
Perfect!
“I don’t need more of anything but Jesus!!”
GM!
Sarah Woods described me to the tee when talking about the love of buying something, anything, for a little pep of delight! I literally would drop in my favorite stores 2-3x a week, and buy a few things to give myself a little “upper!” Although I didn’t see much harm in it, I really didn’t need all the “stuff” I was accumulating! It was an addiction that I couldn’t see. Well, I could, but like all of us do, it was a quick, easy bandaid for the woes and stresses of the world that hover over us.
Although these days I have curbed it quite a bit, I still have to fight that urge. I now try to remember if I can easily throw out 20 dollars for a plant pot, or a cute top…that I could instead give that &20 to one of my homeless friends or a butterfly that needs it. Give instead of get. We will be more blessed in this way. I do not need more, I need less. It feels good to have less in a world that doesn’t know how blessed we really are. I do literally thank God for being able to get up in the morning myself, to have a inside toilet, and running water. I marveled just this morning at my beautiful, perfect, small “beach house” I had always wanted that was no doubt God’s perfect gift for me that I had envisioned and prayed about. He gives us our hearts delights when we seek and trust him and not rush ahead in our own means.
May we seek the Lord with all our hearts, souls, and minds and want for nothing except his desires and direction.
It all fades away. Yep, I can sure attest that our beauty fades (ugh..it is so very hard. Gray and wrinkles!! That is truly a war of embracing and fighting it with humility-!!), stuff can be gone in an instant (I know this from our recent hurricane that wiped out so much in our area and my car!) and we too will perish just like that flower. Let us build up our treasures in heaven. When we join “with” HIM to be busy about HIS business, our focus shifts in such a powerful way, and we take our eyes off ourselves and learn our true purpose! Life is short, lets assess “what” our priorities are, and weigh them in light of eternity. Let’s say YES to his ways, rather than our ways and wants! Our cups will overflow and we will be filled.
Well said!
Hope everything is going well on your end Foster Mama. Give us an update with your little ones.I can’t remember the exact details of the pending adoption or what the situation was that you had shared. But when I see your name, instantly I think of what a blessing you and others do. Definitely a blessed calling.
GM She’s :-) “we need a renewal of our mind to see the truth” Yes Lord I pray for that! I would love prayer for a situation I’m in. My dr that has treated me and provided my medications for 10 yrs for a chronic illness I have is retiring I just found out. I had no idea. I’m really scared about making sure the dr taking her place understands my situation and will give me my life saving meds. I illness is complex and Dr do t always treat me right. I would love prayer that the new Dr would have great favor toward me and my current dr will be willing to brief them well and let me meet them ahead of time.
Oh Mollie, boy do I understand this predicament and worry. Those of us that have chronic illnesses and need certain medications know the stress of not being able to get it. Prayers for the new doctor to be on board.
Praying over you and your doctors! May God give you peace and guide the next steps
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I hope you get another good one.
Praying, Mollie, for a new doctor with understanding, wisdom and a listening heart.
Want is always an idol i struggle with. Learning to be content with what God provides is such a precious gift from the Lord.
Amen. ❤️
We will be traveling to Illinois this morning for my mother in laws funeral. Please pray for safety in flying and while we are in Rockford. I fly back on Friday while Tom will be staying to sort through her affairs. Thank you!
Praying for your safety as you travel. May her memory be a blessing.
My deepest condolences and safe travels for you and your husband.
Praying fkr safe travels and for Tom as he begins the sorting. Prayers that her service gives you comfort. ❤
Have prayed❤️
Prayers for your travels! Hopefully you will have some decent weather there, you probably know to take a tank or a winter coat to land in Chicago,you never know what you will get even though it’s April. lol. But I hope you all have a beautiful service to honor her life!
I will keep you and family in my prayers as you travel and celebrate your MIL. It’s a beautiful, sunny day in Rockford (I live here), and I hope you are able to enjoy some of the area while you are here (Anderson Japanese Gardens will bring you peace!)
Praying!
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Traci, I’m praying for a safe and uneventful flight and for you and Tom and family to have comfort as you remember his mother’s life.
Praying for these things, Traci.
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Praying Traci!
I pray that all went well for the service to honor your mother in law and for your travel
This is something I want and need to ponder over.
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What do I worship other than God?
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What am I boastful about other than God?
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Am I storing up treasures here on earth? My treasure is in heaven. It is a good thing to remember when the shiny new thing is before me.
❤ Attending your mother in law’s funeral and Tom’s “sorting out” the things she left behind, legalities re: possessions – what a poignant example of this teaching.
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Love to see other Adriennes here! ❤️
Welcome to our new sisters and welcome back to many that have been missed.
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What have I made an idol of? I don’t think anything, really, but the minute I think I have no idols, I really do. (Is thinking I don’t have idols causing me to have a lack of humility because I am boasting in that? Ouch!)
Amen!
Day 3 is showing up as Day 2. Typo?
It’s not just wealth and what it provides that we shouldn’t boast about but that may be a more common boast than appearance, intelligence, job title or position, etc. Any and all of these things can be gone in a flash. And some people do the opposite of boast, in a way, about not having these things by showing either false humility or even beating themselves down.
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Sisters, let’s work on focusing on what God values and not those around us, living honest lives, loving God and showing Jesus to others by our interactions with them.
Micah 6:8
He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the Lord require of you But to do justly, To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God?
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ANDREA LOPEZ praying for healing
MARIA B praying!
SHARON JERSEY GIRL praying for your friend and her family, along with you and others that love her. It’s a hard place for all.
MEGAN what a brave decision, praying as you heal from the loss of the relationship. Praying your ex will turn to the Lord. Praying for the relationship the Lord has for you, in His timing.
CEE GEE ❤️
MERCY ❤️
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Amen! ❤
Praying over requests. Micah 6:8!
Amen 100% “Sisters, let’s work on focusing on what God values and not those around us, living honest lives, loving God and showing Jesus to others”.
I love the shema.
GM again! I mentioned a few weeks ago that my friend is not speaking to me because I didn’t use her husband to sell my dad’s house. We are due to speak tonight finally. I am thankful to have studied the beatitudes and now James because they are helping me to focus on how God wants me to respond, and not how I would respond in my flesh. The word of the Lord is truly sharper than a double edged sword. Please pray that I can speak truthfully but with love.
Praying God would give you wisdom to know what to say!
Praying for peace and that the Lord will direct your conversation!
Praying, Tami, that you and your friend would be able to hear each other and respond in love and humility.
Praying for wisdom, clarity of thought, and grace and mercy for you both.
Praying
@Tami praying for your conference and that truths are revealed and hearts are soft!
Praying for you. Tami. ❤️
GM ladies – I am posting the prodigal list again now because on Monday I posted it later in the day. Add any names to the comments below my name:)
Acts 2:39 For the promise is for you and for your children, and for all who are far off, as many as the Lord our God will call.”
Acts 26:18:… open their eyes, so they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God. Then they will receive forgiveness for their sins and be given a place among God’s people, who are set apart by faith in me.
Jeremiah 31:16-17 But now this is what the Lord says: “Do not weep any longer, for I will reward you,” says the Lord. “Your children will come back to you from the distant land of the enemy.17 There is hope for your future,” says the Lord.“Your children will come again to their own land.”
Proverbs 20:7 The righteous who walks in his integrity— blessed are his children after him.
Peter 3:8–9 (CSB): 8 Dear friends, don’t overlook this one fact: With the Lord one day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years like one day. 9 The Lord does not delay his promise, as some understand delay, but is patient with you, not wanting any to perish but all to come to repentance.
Alice V – Brian, Rachel
Kim Mullins – Tyler
Tami – Chela, Quentin
Sharon – Nicholas, Jonathan
Rebecca W – Brett, Jake, Joey, Lindsay, Kelly, Abby, Katelyn, Katie
Emma Rageth – Olivia, Ali
Indiana Elaine – Kent, Shelley
Mari V – Rick, Marta, Toby
Tricia C – David, Allison, Christopher, Lina, Travis, Nicole
Mia Faith – Parker, Isaiah, Alexandra, Griffin, Annalee, Bill
Aleida – Victor
Maddie – Michelle, Julia
Rhonda – Michael
Charlotte Hill – Casey, John, Emma
Deb – Brandon, Angel
Linda J – Matthew
Mollie – Sam
MMD – Ethan, Hayden, Rachel
Carol H – Justin, Ezekiel, Elijah, Andrew
Kari – Rachel, Josh, James, Ayano
Mi Sherry – Kaitlyn, Aaron, Will
Cheryl Read – Renee, Jason, Kayden, Kylee
Wendy B – Amy, Colton, Kirk, Nick
Anne Klinkhammer – Molly
Sue Dalos – Chelsea, Kenny
Bessie – Ben
Annie Hewitt – Annie pls give me name/s:)
Sandy Lynn – Andy
Diane – Jon, Keith, Roger, Mike
Jane K – Leah
B – M, B
Susan B – Tammy, Amy
Carla – Cierra, Stephen
Lisa H – Cora
Kimberk – Megan, Randy
Adrienne – Raelynn, Tyler, Tracy
Brandi – Levi, Sarah, Ellen, India
Robin Bailey – Rodney, Brian
Erin L – Emerson, Zoe
Janet – Ryan, Amanda, Matthew, Stephanie
Sheryl – Adam, LaShonda
Maria J – Benjamin, Mike, Mark, Patrick
Maria B – Chris, Tristan, Madeline, Cristal, Shanty, Nicole, Luis
Melani Fryer – Matthew, Dylan, Courtney, Lydia
Therese – Ryan, Brittany, Sydney
Traci Gendron – Kara, Andrew
Jenny Carmichael – Katy
Mercy – boys in social care system
Kerry Rowley – Preston, Parker, Lindsey
Maria S – Joshua, Katie, Zoe
Melissa – Madison, Richard, Liam, Zac, Wesley
Felicia – Brittin, Tyler
Vicki – Ben, Sian
TC – Randi, Michael, Callie
Elizabeth – Trae, Xavier, Reya
Adie – Monica, Shawn, Stephanie
Susan B – Emma
Penni – Les, Jonah, Emily, Garret, Domi, Connor, Grace
Nat – Marissa, Melody
Martha Hix – Claire, Ralph, Tyler, Whitney, Trey
Phobie – Phobie, Greg, Steve, Jessie
Laura – Jordan, Taliah
April L – Molly, Becca
Karen Breaux – Brittany, Justin, Erin, Jordyn
Heather – Jack, Hudson
Cheryl Blow – Sara
Dianne – Ian
Leap – Liz, Teg, Taylor, Alison
Tara B – Clara Paige, Anna
Debra K – Stephen, Meagan, Daniel, Creg
Margaret W. —David, Matthew, Missy, Becca, Marianna
Melzie K- Jake, Cece & Elijah
Shar – K
Leala – Ryan, AJ, Sam
Jennifer – Matthew, Lauren and families
Cat-tee – A & A, K & T
K-Ann – G, T, S
Cathy McVey – Jeremiah, Brayden, Nolan, Ashlyn
Keri – Finley, Rudy, Scout, Nellie, Polly, Dottie, Goldie
Lena- Andrea,Lanie, Eiley, Everly, Schaefer
LaRae-Levi
Julie G – Matt, Katherine, Ray
AML – Jonathan, Jake, Emma, Becca
Kristin G – Brandon, Melissa
Allegra – Lydia, Nick, Micah, Jonah
Karen- Nathan, Bailey
Jazz – Blake, Zoie, Greg, Elizabeth
Gina – Carolyn, Steven
Cindy – Toby, Clarissa, Katie, Samantha
TS Woodruff – Danielle
Tammy H.- Alyssa
Danielle B-Joelle, Adam
Myra – Mitchell
Kristen
What is GM and may I be a part of it?
GM just means “Good morning”. So she was addressing all SRT sisters.
This is a list of all of our She’s (women that gather to read SRT) that have children that have walked away from their faith either intentionally or unintentionally, and us mothers join together to pray for them all to come back home to the Father!
Mitchell
B&E, J&T
James 1:9-10 echos Matthew 5:3 and 5, doesn’t it? ❤️
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs.
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5 Blessed are the humble, for they will inherit the earth.”
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MEGAN – praying your former boyfriend surrenders his heart to Jesus.
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SHARON, JERSEY GIRL – praying for your friend and her seemingly “hopeless” situation. May God bring comfort to her and her husband and wisdom to the doctors. ✨️ How is Arian doing? Did you get the dula client?
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MARIA B – joining you in prayer for good scan results.
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FOSTER MAMA – any updates on your foster baby’s adoption?
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Have a blessed day❣️
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Good observation! ❤
Thank you for your much appreciated prayers. My sister Arian is doing ok, she is back to substitute teaching which doesn’t give her a lot of income. As of next May, the (Christian landlords who know her financial situation) will be raising the rent another $300/month. She will once again have to look for another place.
I did not get the doula client, and since had two more possibilities, one decided to go with someone who was also a lactation consultant & the other who seemed so positive & encouraging – I haven’t heard back from.
Excellent connection. You are so good.
This is what the Lord says:
The wise person should not boast in his wisdom;
the strong should not boast in his strength;
the wealthy should not boast in his wealth.
24 But the one who boasts should boast in this:
that he understands and knows mer—
that I am the Lord, showing faithful love,
justice, and righteousness on the earth,
for I delight in these things.
This is the Lord’s declaration.
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May I not boast in any of the above, what I have done, or accomplished, what i can do in my own strength…
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But rather, may I boast in the Goodness of God, His faithfulness, His Grace and Love, and the Hope He fills me with each day, as I journey towards Him and the life He has ordained for me..
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BUT GOD..
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AMEN.
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Already at Wednesday, every blessing dear hearts, wrapped in love, hugs and continued prayers from across the pond..❤️❤️❤️
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Oh yes Tina May we boast of all of God’s goodness and faithfulness. May we shout for joy at what He has done so others may know and He receives His righteous praise!
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Thank you for this Tina! Love and hugs back❤️❤️
I wrote down some questions as I was doing this study: do we delight in what the Lord delights in?, who am I serving in my work and in my life?, and what are your priorities?
Great questions!
Good morning! It’s so easy to get caught up in earthly treasure and wanting more and becoming proud of what you’ve got and achieved. I want to focus on storing up treasure in heaven as that’s where I want my heart to be!!! Praying for you all this morning x
Me too Jordan!
Morning Jordan!❤️
Me too Jordan!