Take this day to catch up on your reading, pray, and rest in the presence of the Lord.
Practice these things; be committed to them, so that your progress may be evident to all.
—1 Timothy 4:15
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Be all in for God not half way!!
So You Know, Dear Shes…
Relevant for our Community Read…
There is a podcast from The Gospel Coalition called “The Deep Dish” hosted by Courtney Doctor & Melissa Kruger. On a recent show they talked to Tara-Leigh Cobble about
“how she got over her lack of desire to read the Bible, and how, over time, reading the Bible made her fall in love with its author. They talk about the transformative impact that can come from giving just 20 minutes to Bible reading each day, and they recommend free tools to help readers understand difficult parts of the Bible.”
Give a listen!
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Practice, be committed, you will progress.
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Happy Saturday She’s!
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This verse is gold!! So simple..yet tells us..we HAVE to be committed, and we SHOULD see change People should see that something is different and see the fruits of our walk. I know I am different in my reactions, my love, my forgiveness, my wisdom!! Praise the Lord that that happens…it is so good!! It is not a chore to be with and spend time with someone I love! And He is the Almighty, Creator..!! That I get to know intimately, and be changed by him!
With all the self-help, and self-improvement books, podcast magazines and post…we think it is about us and learning to improve ourselves…but when you are a Christ follower- it is through the Holy Spirit. But we must get out of the way, and lay down our will to His! Surrender. Submit. Trust. Obey.
” … we must get out of the way, and lay down our will to His! Surrender. Submit. Trust. Obey.” ❤❤❤
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Btw, your reply under my comment yesterday brought a smile to my heart last night! You flatter me, sister! ❤❤❤
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Happy Saturday sweet She’s! I admit it’s been challenging to read in the morning, not because I don’t love it, but because I’m having to get up very early before work. I’ve skipped out this week on exercise with the exception of yesterday. I’m just tired! I miss my kiddos! BUT God… after my counselling appointment yesterday, I will make assertive effort. I will get use to the new normal. I WILL stay committed to my quiet time, reading HIS WORD! And exercise. A couple of months ago, I gifted myself the SRT subscription and will focus on studying more and may not comment as often or keep them short, (I have to be at work before 7:00AM). Love you all so much! Looking forward to breakfast with my Bible Study Beauties (is what I call them). We ended the Kay Arthur “Finding Hope After Divorce” and set aside to meet this morning.
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Okay Ladies, for those of you who have the study guide, I’m going to try and pick a practice (rhythm or habit – loved the podcast this week!!) to grow closer to Jesus this first week. I’m choosing Obedience and using 1 Thessalonians 5:18 to try and give thanks in all circumstances. We’ll see how it goes – I feel like if I say it out loud to the group then it holds me a little more accountable to actually do it!:)
Loving this study so far – blessings on your weekend!
thats such a good example! I’m trying the same thing, to refocus my obedience on something small like praying continuously. romans 12 comes to mind. it really takes the pressure off if I think of obedience as one small bite of cake instead of the whole thing.
Ahh, Sally, sending encouraging hugs❤️
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7b- … train yourself in godliness.
8 For the training of the body has limited benefit, but godliness is beneficial in every way, since it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.
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16 Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you.
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This is where the rubber meets the road, as the saying goes!
Vetting that phrase- this is what I found in search. Rather fitting! I put an asterisk before and after the key sentences.
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[In the 1950s, the phrase was used as advertising slang to mean “how much is it going to cost?” or “let’s get down to the real facts”
It was part of a set of jargon phrases that advertising professionals used to cut through fluff and focus on practical realities. For example, in Will Jones’s 1956 column After Last Night, the phrase appeared in the context of asking about costs: “How much is it going to cost? ‘Let’s get down to where the rubber meets the road.’”
The expression was also popularized in Firestone tire advertisements, which emphasized that their tires were “where the rubber meets the road,” highlighting the importance of quality tires for performance
. This automotive metaphor — the point where a vehicle’s tires actually touch and grip the road — was then adapted into a metaphor for
*the moment when a plan, idea, or theory is tested in real life.
Today, the phrase is used to describe the critical stage when an idea or plan is put into action and tested in the real world, marking the transition from planning to execution.*] various sources
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Love, hugs, and prayers! ❤
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SONG SHARE: LIVING FOR JESUS by Arthur Chisolm (1917)
Living for Jesus a life that is true,
striving to please Him in all that I do,
yielding allegiance, glad-hearted and free,
this is the pathway of blessing for me.
Refrain:
O Jesus, Lord and Savior,
I give myself to Thee;
for Thou, in Thine atonement,
didst give Thyself for me.
I own no other master;
my heart shall be Thy throne.
My life I give, henceforth to live,
O Christ, for Thee alone.
2 Living for Jesus, who died in my place,
bearing on Calv’ry my sin and disgrace-
such love constrains me to answer His call,
follow His leading, and give Him my all. [Refrain]
3 Living for Jesus wherever I am,
doing each duty in His holy name,
willing to suffer affliction or loss,
deeming each trial a part of my cross! [Refrain]
4 Living for Jesus through earth’s little while,
my dearest treasure, the light of His smile,
seeking the lost ones He died to redeem,
bringing the weary to find rest in Him! [Refrain]
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Sending hugs❤️
What a great old hymn! ❤️
The process of growing and maturing in faith and spiritual disciplines is not only for us personally, but for others as well. This verses isn’t to imply that we show off our faith, but rather live it out so it is evident that we are followers of Jesus and devoted to Him. As we abide in His presence, and sit at His feet the outflow is that others will see a Christlike example in us.
Heavenly Father, thank you for your Word that teaches, guides, instructs and encourages us. Thank you for the ministry of She Reads Truth and what we have learned this week in growing and maturing in our faith. Encourage us Lord, give us a growing passion and desire, a hunger to want to seek you with all our hearts in the ways we have focused on this week and what we learn in the week ahead. Bless these sisters today. There are msny requests, needs and concerns that have been shared and we bring them before you knowing that none of the cares and burdens on our hearts and in our lives are unknown to you. Move and work Lord according to your will, for our good and your glory. In your precious name, Amen.❤️
For our good and His gliry. Amen! Thank you, Wendy, for this beautiful prayer. I would have said it out loud except that I am not alone in the room. I did “say it out loud” in my head! ☺❤
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Wendy, thank you and blessings beingbprayed over you too..❤️
Sorta gives a new twist to “practice makes perfect,” doesn’t it?
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T.F. – praying that the Lord encourages you and provides for your needs.
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SHARON JERSEY GIRL – praying you are a blessing to the woman and her family that you have been paired with. How is Arian doing?
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MARINA S., LIBBY K., M E, – praying your husbands have found new jobs.
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GRAMSISUE – thinking of you and Steve ♥️
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ALEIDA P – thinking of your son Victor. Praying his life is going in a good direction.
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SUSAN JOINER – any updates on Wyatt’s cancer recovery?
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LYNN FROM AL – has your friend’s son, Banks, fully recovered from the brain tumor?
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RHONDA J – any updates on Crystal’s cancer treatments?
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TANYA EVANS – praising God for Liz and Rita’s progress toward healing/recovery.
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DONNA WOLCOTT – how is Matt doing/adjusting in his recovery?
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KIRA H – how is Harper doing?
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MARIA B – glad to see you. How is your husband’s cancer treatment going?
Thank you so much for asking about Banks and for your prayers! He and his twin sister just turned three! Can you believe it? His brain tumor is still there, not growing but not shrinking. His grandmother told me that he has permanent brain damage which affects his development. This young couple really needs prayer as they have these twins and an older daughter who is five or six.
How is your mom doing? ❤️
Thanks for the update on Banks.
My mom is struggling. She is bitter and blaming doctors for my stepfather’s death. I know it is part of the grief process, but hard to see her go through it.
Grief takes many forms and twists and turns. I know very well. If you could get her involved in a grief support group (preferably one for spousal loss) it would be a real help. My daughter pushed me to do that and I’m so glad she did. It really helps me to know that whatever my feelings are, they’re my feelings and it’s okay. It is also very comforting to be with a group of people who truly understand how you feel.
Lynne, so glad you didn’t ignore your daughter! I love that you said, “whatever my feelings are, they’re my feelings and it’s okay.” That’s your testimony, right? God will re-direct our feelings in His time. Part of the grief process – of leaning on Him.
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Thank you. I’ve suggested Grief Share to her twice…I’m not local or I’d offer to take her.
I was hoping she would draw close to Jesus with this tragedy, but not yet :-<
Thank you Kelly for following up so well!❤️
Would you share your method of organization.. ❣️
You echoed my thoughts, Martha! ❤
You two are funny.
I have a small notebook separated by themes (healing, grieving, work, etc.) When I see a request, I add it with the date. If time is short, I take a sreenshot of the request and add it on another day. Then when the request/need is resolved, I erase the entry so the lists don’t get so overwhelming.
Ahhh, that’s the secret- use a pencil! Thank you so much, Kelly!!! I find my notebooks getting filled quickly between SS, lifegroup, SRT, and other requests, because I write with a pen! You are a sharp cookie! ☺
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Continued prayers for your mom- that someone will reach out to her or that God will draw her to Him. Battlung grief alone is very hard and bitterness thrown in- much harder; I’ve been there. Hugs, sister; love you! ❤❤❤
Thanks so much for sharing your meticulous method and thoughtfulness Kelly!
Thank you, Kelly, for these reminders! I am wondering about Andrew, too, – KIRA H.
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So sorry to hear about your mom’s struggling. I think of her often and I almost asked about her a few days ago, but focused on young mama. ❤❤❤
yes love these reminders. I often think of and pray for victor too!
Crystal is cancer free Praise God!! She literally is free from 2..yes 2 stage 4 cancers!! She has great relationship with her family and first grandbaby, and a great job at a doctors office!! A true Butterfly transformed from a dark cocoon!
Love that you followed up on all these prayers requests that seem so long ago, but I remember them all and have wondered as well!! (heart)
And prayers for you mom…and young momma and son.
Praise God!
AWEsome news, Rhonda J!!! Wow, wow, wow! ❤❤❤
Wendy, thank you and blessings beingbprayed over you too..❤️
Praise GOD., He is good and worthyvof all praise.. Thank you Father GOD. ❤️
Praise the Lord!
❤️. God bless you Kelly..❤️
Everything that GOD has created is good, nothing
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Be an example, in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity..
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The chapter goes on to say, give these instructions to the believers and you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, as you feed yourself spiritually on the words of faith, and the true teachings which you have followed.
Verse 15,tells us to Practice these things we have been teaching others, and devote ourselves to them, so that we progress, and are seen by all as we do.
Maya Angelou once said.. ” ..when you learn teach, when you get, give.. ”
We are all at different stages of the journey, what I know, have experienced, and seen will be different to the next person..
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BUT GOD..
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He stays the same for us all. His love never waivers or changes.
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His promises are forever true, from day one.
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His faithfulness is true today as it was in the beginning.
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His Grace and Mercy, new each day.
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His character never has and never will change.
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Our seasons change, WE change, BUT GOD..
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Let us practice truth, let us share the truth, let us live in and for the truth..
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AMEN.
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Happy Saturday!❤❤
Thank you Tina!
Happy Saturday to you too! ❤️❤️
Tina, I thought of you yesterday while at the VA Dr visit with my husband. As Tom told his story the Dr kept saying, but God, but God! The Dr and the nurse got teary eyed. For years those words have been my favorite two words in the Bible. Where would we be without them…lost with no hope…but God!
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May you all have a beautiful and blessed Saturday ❤️ Hannah
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