Under His Wings

Do you ever feel like your whole world is titled on it's axis? I mean, you just feel like all things are off-kilter. It just occurred to me. The enemy ain't happy. We've been faithfully reading God's Word and good things are happening. I'm telling the enemy, to get thee behind!

Often times I find myself saying, "I can't figure things out, I can't go on..." What God tells me is, "I will direct your steps and My grace is sufficient." That's all I need to know. When I've prayed and felt like I've done what God directed me to do, that's all I know to do.

I've had a song on my heart today. It's by the Ruppes, called "Under His Wings."

Carrie

Under His Wings by The Ruppes

Ta-Da......

Deedra,

Thank you doesn't seem enough for this.....

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A few posts back, I asked if someone would help me make one of these buttons. Deedra was the first one to respond. After several emails...no you're not nuts Deedra lol!......she designed this beautiful button for me. I have been wanting to do this for sometime now, but could not figure out how. Tears filled my eyes when she sent me the rough drafts. It conveys exactly what I was looking for. Mom in the center of God's plan. Through the blood stained cross she found eternal life..now that is LOVE!!!

If you want to post to your sidebar, just copy the code above. I know Mom would appreciate it.

Thanks again Deedra! God will bless you!

Carrie

#2 Update on Mom......

Just off the phone with Mom and they arrived safely at home. She feels better now that she has rested. A few things she learned from today's trip:

-no artery disease in her legs
-she is # 2 or 3 on the transplant list
-she has been considered for a transplant on several occasions, as the coordinator put it, " many, many, many times."
-never called due to her antibody factor
-ejection fraction at a 10....lower than the last time...not good..btw...yours and mine are somewhere between 55-70ish
-gained 10 lbs...good thing...but where did it go? ;-)....
-due to weight gain, the IV meds were increased therefore she is toting the new and improved "concentrated" IV bag.....it's smaller/lighter...yeah for Mom!!

Thanks for your prayers!

Love you all,
Carrie

Mom Update.....

From Sister C..."Mom is finished w/her testing. She does not have athro… something in her legs. But her ejection fraction is down to 10. She is now waiting to see the dietitian. She said she didn’t sleep last night and can’t wait to be home and sleep. Very tired. I think they put her through the ringer this morning…."

Today was Mom's appointment in B'ham for some testing. I'm concerned about her ejection fraction, it seems lower than before. I do not see how this woman walks around. It is only through the grace of God that she can. Please whisper a prayer for her today that she can get some much needed rest and that both her and Dad have a safe trip home.

God's Word says.....

Matthew 11:29 (KJV) says, "Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls."

My mind can comprehend this verse, I know it to be true....yet I still sin and worry. So I'm stopping now and giving it all to God...again. I'm so glad He's able and is just to forgive me...again.

Praying for Mom,

Carrie

P.S. If one of you expert bloggers would be so kind as to help me make a "pray for Mom button", so I can place it on my blog and maybe others will put it on theirs too. I would love to honor her in this way. I just cannot figure out how to do it. Thank you!!

Whew.....

Thank you ladies/gents for your prayers yesterday, I felt every one!! All went well. No bloopers or blunders! And what a blessing I received. I'm so thankful for my job. Yes, even on the worst days, I'm still thankful. It's not often you get to go to church for a business meeting, well, for me anyway. The non-profit I work for has opened up all kinds of opportunities for me. The meeting last night was a group of concerned citizens banding together for the cause of Christ. What can we do as agencies, churches, businesses to help the people suffering from the economic crisis? Lots!! It gave me goose bumps to see the concern and feel the love from total strangers coming together to help our community. I will update you on more details as they become available. What I know is, it will be a great missionary work, and you and your church will want to be a part of it! Please pray for this vision to become a reality!

On a completely different note.......

I just wanted to encourage you Chrono readers. I know the OT is some hard reading, with all the blood and guts, but it has given me a deeper appreciation for what Jesus did for us. No more slaughtering animals to cover my sins. Jesus did that for me and you! He extended grace to me, even though I did not deserve it. Now that just makes me want to shout!! How about you?

Don't forget to visit with Wendy, you will surely be blessed!

Love to all,

Carrie

Manic Monday...

Why is it Monday's seem to bring out the worst in people, (myself included)? Yesterday was Sunday:-) lol!! Work has been crazy and add all kinds of other life happenings and I'm exhausted! Hubby and I took us a stroll yesterday afternoon, and every dilapidated muscle I have is screaming, "DO NOT EVER WALK AGAIN!" 2 miles is not much to walk, but when it's been FOREVER since I've purposely set out to walk that distance, it's BIG!!! However the fresh air did me some good! It's good to breathe the real stuff. My lungs were in shock I'm sure.

I've got to hush...so I'll explain why I'm rambling on....

Here's the deal. I do not like to talk in front of a group of people...strangers at that! I tend to say things backwards and wrong-side-out, cotton mouth sets in, nature tends to scream, well, you get the pic. I covet your prayers today. I have 2 meetings where I will have to speak. Enough said!! ;-) Thank you!!!

Happy Monday to all,

Carrie

When you need a little help from a friend.....

Something from today's Word pulled a heart string or ten for me.

Exodus 17:11-13, NLT

11 As long as Moses held up the staff in his hand, the Israelites had the advantage. But whenever he dropped his hand, the Amalekites gained the advantage. 12 Moses’ arms soon became so tired he could no longer hold them up. So Aaron and Hur found a stone for him to sit on. Then they stood on each side of Moses, holding up his hands. So his hands held steady until sunset. 13 As a result, Joshua overwhelmed the army of Amalek in battle.

Gave me goose bumps. How many times have I faced obstacles, trials, been grief stricken, or was carrying a huge burden and have my family/friends hold my hands for me. When we are ready to throw the towel in and revert back to Egypt, here comes the sisters, food in tow:), and all seems well again. They know exactly what to say, when to say it and will hold you up till you are back on your feet again.

Or, better yet, they will stand in the gap for you and face your enemy with much prayer. When you have friends/family that will stand with you against the wiles of the devil, without ceasing, you can overcome!

I'm thankful God knew that we needed a support system. We cannot travel this road alone. With God as my helper and my family/friends at my side, the valleys don't seem as low!

Making a u-turn here, IT'S FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! JUST MAKING SURE YA'LL KNEW IT WAS FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I SURVIVED THE AUDIT!!!!!

And for some reason this song just popped in my head, "Standing on the promises of God." Maybe you needed to sing it with me today:) lol!! Scroll down and sing with Alan Jackson. Your welcome. Now that you can't get it out of your head......lol!!!!

Carrie

Alan Jackson - Standing On The Promises

Guess who's the Big 10 today?

Yes, my niece J! Hubby calls her Aunt J! He loves to aggravate her, doesn't he J? lol!

Niece J is my PR person. She makes friends easy and loves to have a good time! She is a tomboy like me. But can get dressed up if she has to:) Unlike me, she is a dog lover.....the more dogs the better. She is an athlete...aren't we glad she didn't take after her Mom:)jk...love ya sis...really she is a mean basketball and softball player, and would love to play football for her Dad...if a certain someone..uhhum...Mom...would let her:)

Anyway, I hope you have a Happy Birthday! I love you!! Looking for my birthday hug and I'll make sure you get your one lick to grow on!!

Oh...and....I'm getting you a bag of grapes for your birthday...that way we both can enjoy!!!

Love,

Aunt Carrie