tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20535593590785302552024-03-21T11:53:31.187-05:00Consider the LiliesAshlyn @ Consider the Lilieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271269254732271552noreply@blogger.comBlogger90125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2053559359078530255.post-37352110063546753372014-04-30T01:20:00.003-05:002014-04-30T20:57:07.322-05:00A Look at Modesty<center style="text-align: left;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's that time of year again. You know when temperatures rise and the amount of clothing lessens? In public, it's nearly impossible to avoid seeing. But sadly, many proclaiming the name christian will follow suit as well. Picture of their proms, beach trips, and just hanging out with friends whole dressed immodestly have begun to flood <a href="https://www.facebook.com/considertheliliesluke1227">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://instagram.com/ashlynelizabeth39">Instagram</a>. It just hurts my heart seeing these friends and brothers/sisters in Christ dressed so and then on top of that, posting it for the world to see!</span></center>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What's the big deal with modesty anyways?</span></b></center>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">God expects modesty from his children. We must honor this command. These are a few other reasons that we would be modest.</span></center>
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Out of self-respect -- </i>God made us and our bodies are his temple. (1 Cor 6:9) We are precious to God and we don't need to be immodest in order to fit in or show off. Doing so shows that we do not respect God's creation-ourselves.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Out of respect for our (future)husband -- </i>God meant for your body to be seen by one person and one person only-your husband. Dressing immodestly doesn't keep this gift for your husband. You are showing off your body to the world. Respect your (future)husband enough to save this precious gift for him alone!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Out of respect for our Christian brother -- </i>Wait a minute! Are you telling me that it is my fault if a man lusts after me? If it's because of the way you have dressed, then yes! I'm sure it's no surprise to you that men think differently from us, they are more visual thinkers. Your immodest dress may stir up feelings that he doesn't want to be having. Of course, this is something that he has to work on as well. He is responsible for guarding his heart. But as a sister in Christ, we must dress in a way that is not leading him into temptations, and help him not to stumble and fall in this area. </span></li>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But take heed lest by any means this liberty of yours become a stumblingblock to them that are weak. For if any man see thee which hast knowledge sit at meat in the idol's temple, shall not the conscience of him which is weak be emboldened to eat those things which are offered to idols; And through thy knowledge shall the weak brother perish, for whom Christ died? But when ye sin so against the brethren, and wound their weak conscience, ye sin against Christ. Wherefore, if meat make my brother to offend, I will eat no flesh while the world standeth, lest I make my brother to offend. (1 Cor 8:9-13)</span></blockquote>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">How do I possess modesty?</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Modesty, like all other aspects of our Christian lives, starts in the heart. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Whose adorning let it not be that outward adorning of plaiting the hair, and of wearing of gold, or of putting on of apparel; But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price. (1 Peter 3:3-4)</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;">I</span><span style="color: #6aa84f;">n</span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"> like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with broided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array; ( 1 Tim 2:9)</span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If we don't have the right attitude, even if we are covered head to toe, we're still clothed in immodesty. We can't dress with the hopes of drawing attention to ourselves. We must have a humble spirit. Modesty and humility go hand in hand. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">These verses are not saying that it's sinful for us to braid our hair or to wear jewelry. We can dress cute and wear things that make us feel good as long as we are not doing so in order to draw attention to ourselves. </span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So what does modest dress look like?</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This is a little more difficult to answer, as some have different convictions regarding modesty. But a good standard for us to start with is that of the old testament priests. (We are after all a "royal priesthood"-1 Peter 2:9) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Exodus 28 tells us of the dress required of Aaron and his sons. Basically, they were to be covered from their shoulders to their knees. This standard obviously rules out wearing short or low cut garments. But the tightness of clothing is an issue too. Leggings, tights, skinny jeans, and other tight things do little to cover our bodies. If anything, they emphasize them! If you are in doubt as to whether something is modest ask your husband or dad. </span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When should I be modest?</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">All the time!! If others will be seeing you, you need to be modestly clothed. Yes, this means even at the pool or beach. Just because a tankini and skirted bottom covers more than a tiny bikini doesn't make it modest! I don't understand why people would try to justify immodest dress in these places. God's commands are always in affect for us. <i>We cannot pick and choose when to follow His commands.</i> </span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What does modesty look like to me?</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As mentioned previously, the standards of dress found in Exodus 28 are a good place to start. Some may have through prayer and study developed further convictions regarding their dress. So here is what modesty looks like to me--</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;">Cleavage</span>--none shown. If someone can see down my shirt by either being taller and looking down or by my bending over then my top is too low cut. A shirt should be placed under it.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;">Sleeves/Straps</span>--shoulders should be covered, no strapless/sleeveless tops. (This is a fairly new conviction of mine. This issue was placed on my heart a while back but I really didn't give it too much thought. But when I felt that <a href="http://www.considertheliliesblog.com/2013/07/journey-to-motherhood-my-story.html">issue tugging</a> again, I decided to study and pray more about it.) In Exodus the priests wore a sleeveless garment and then had a robe to cover their shoulders. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;">Midriff</span>--cover it! Cropped tops are in style now but simply layering a t-shirt under one will make it modest(most likely). </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;">Tightness</span>--no skin tight items. If an item of clothing makes it hard to move or is very clingy, it is too tight. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;">Length</span>--to the knees. This should be checked when sitting as well. Somethings like to ride up!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;">Bottoms</span>--no pants, only skirts/dresses. I feel that the legs of pants draw a lot of attention to the bottom/crotch and attention doesn't need to be there. (I will probably do another post on this in the future.)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;">Swimsuits</span>--meets <u>all</u> above requirements. I have a swim skirt that is long enough. I wear knee length bicycle shorts underneath because the skirt likes to ride up under water. I am currently on the search for a top. I will most likely get an athletic material shirt and layer a swim top under it. </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I hope you have found this encouraging! </span></div>
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This week has marked 2 major milestones--the end of 2013 and the start of the 2nd trimester! </center>
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This is the time of year when people start making resolutions for the new year. To me resolutions are those things that get made quickly and are often broken just as fast. But what does resolution really mean? </center>
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It is a firm decision, one that shouldn't be made on a whim. We should spend time and thought of what we really need to change in our lives, what things we want to improve upon. If we are<i> truly</i> making a resolution, a firm decision, then we must try our absolute best to keep them. <br />
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*Spend more time daily in prayer/bible study and encouraging others.<br />
*Pay off our last credit card.<br />
*Save for baby items, hospital bills, new(to us) vehicle, and Ryan's schooling.(He's going back to get his masters! :) )<br />
*Gain 20-25lbs :) And then loose it again.<br />
*Continue clean eating and exercise when possible.<br />
*Get everything ready for baby!!!<br />
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Sunday marked 13 weeks for me and the end of the 1st trimester! It's hard to believe that this pregnancy is 1/3 of the way over! These first few months can be summed up in a few words - fatigue and "morning" sickness. The morning sickness was by far the worst. I actually lost 15lbs because of it.<br />
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But after loosing 2 babies, I am so thankful for these symptoms! I am so thankful everyday when that queasiness hits. Days that don't contain any nausea, like this past Tuesday, make me worry. In fact I was so worried that I prayed to have some morning sickness. Don't do that unless you're really prepared for it because God answered yes to those prayers Wednesday. :)<br />
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A few things that we've bought this trimester:<br />
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We got this stroller and car seat on clearance for 50% the price in store! Regular $219 and we only paid $109. :)</div>
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We actually bought this during a previous pregnancy but I <i>love </i>this book! I think it's so much better than the other pregnancy books I have read. I love that it's written with a focus on faith. </div>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">"...thou hast covered me in my mother's womb. I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well." Psalm 139:13-14 </span></center>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">" Did not he that made me in the womb make him? and did not one fashion us in the womb?" Job 31:15</span></blockquote>
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Ryan and I are <u>so</u> blessed! God has blessed us with 2 sweet babies in Heaven, and now He has decided to give us another sweet blessing!! :)</center>
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It was so amazing to see how much our little one had changed in just 4 weeks!!<div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">Baby was jumping around so much that the nurse couldn't find the heartbeat with the Doppler. That's why we got the ultrasound at our last appointment! (Heart rate was 165!)</span></div>
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One of the things I love about fall is that apples are in season! Growing up my Nana always made applesauce for us. It was so yummy! Last year, I decided to try to make some for myself. And was surprised that it was so easy to make! And as an added bonus, the house smells amazing! :)</div>
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<b>1.Peel, core, and dice apples. You can use any variety. I use Mutsu. Add to pot with a little water. (I used about 1/2 c. You just want enough to cover the bottom of the pot so the apples don't burn.)</b></div>
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<b> 2.Add cinnamon and sugar if desired. (I don't add any sugar so the recipe is clean. But if you want to use about 1/2 per 10 apples)</b></div>
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<b>3.Cook on Medium heat until soft, stirring occasionally.</b></div>
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<b>As the apples cook down they produce a lot of liquid and smaller pieces will start breaking down. </b></div>
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<b> 4.Smash apples! I use a pastry blender, but you could use a potato masher or even just smash between spoon and edge of pot. I like to leave some chunks in mine! </b></div>
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Understanding your cycle is important to every woman. It can be a big clue when something is wrong. No two women's cycles are exactly the same and the cycle can vary from month to month. Learning how to observe what part of your cycle you are in can help you know if there's a problem, prevent pregnancy, and conceive.</center>
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The average menstrual cycle can last 21 to 35 days.(If your's is shorter/longer, check with your doctor. There may be a issue.) The examples below are of a 28 day cycle, actual cycle days may vary.</center>
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Follicle-stimulating hormone(FSH) is produced causing follicles to develop in ovaries. A follicle is a group of cells that contain an egg. These follicles produce estrogen , which thickens the uterine lining to prepare for the implantation of a fertilized egg. Once the follicle has matured, it moves to the surface of ovary. </center>
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Ovulation occurs 12-16 days before your next period. The rise in estrogen triggers your body to begin producing luteinising hormone (LH). LH signals for the egg to be released from the follicle. It then travels down the Fallopian tube toward the uterus. The egg will only live for 24 hours, unless it is fertilized. </center>
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During ovulation cervical mucus reaches egg white stage(looks like egg whites, clear or pink tinged, slippery and stretchy)<br />
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The follicle that the egg was released from is now called corpus luteum. It produces large amounts of progesterone. Progesterone helps to maintain the thick uterine lining and is essential for your babies early development. Progesterone is also what you can thank for PMS and pregnancy symptoms.<br />
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*Using Ovulation Predictor Kits-OPKs detect the surge of LH which occurs 24-78 hours before ovulation. This is helpful is trying to conceive but not a good method if trying to prevent pregnancy.<br />
*Charting (Basal Body Temperature)- This is the best method if trying to prevent pregnancy. After ovulation your BBT spikes and thus confirms that ovulation has taken place.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This was God's message to the church at Laodicea. A few verses prior they were told to be on fire for the Lord! How is our service to God? Most of those that consider themselves to be a Christian wouldn't be cold,completely turning away from anything concerning God. But we have to be careful not to become lukewarm, to not just go through the motions without thought. It is so easy for us to do that! To just sing a song without giving thought to the words; to leave worship without even knowing what was taught or prayed for because we were listening but not hearing. God doesn't want us to be like this! He would rather us not follow him at all that to give less that our best when serving/worshiping him! We must be zealous so that we don't become lukewarm!</span></center>
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Be zealous in applying God's word to our lives! </b>Studying alone isn't enough. We must apply what we've learned to our lives! Paul tells us that we must do the things we've learned. </span></li>
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There are mixed views among Christians when it comes to birth control. In order to make the best decision we must look at how they work and if it is right for us, as Christian women, to use birth control.</center>
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1-Prevent Ovulation(exception Mirena only has #2 and 3)</center>
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Thinning of the lining of the uterine wall. This can impair the implantation of the <u>fertilized egg</u>.</blockquote>
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If only the first two methods were used in birth control then there would be no moral issue in using them. If they are successful then conception is prevented. There would be no chance of aborting your unborn child. However, if ovulation does occur and the sperm fight their way to the egg <b>birth control can cause your body to abort the baby. (</b>Due to the third mechanism.) Of course despite all three of these the egg can still implant. If that occurs everything could be fine or if there was poor implantation miscarriage may occur. (not the only cause of early miscarriages)<br />
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It's important to remember that using birth control is a choice. We don't have to use it. As a Christian we must weigh that choice carefully against God's word. His word that tells us life begins at conception. I firmly believe that using birth control is a sin for married women due to the fact that it acts as an abiforcient. I won't use anything if there's the slightest chance that I may endanger the life of my child.<br />
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<a href="http://www.drugs.com/pro/yaz.html">http://www.drugs.com/pro/yaz.html</a></center>
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<a href="http://www.drugs.com/pro/nuvaring.html">http://www.drugs.com/pro/nuvaring.html</a></center>
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<a href="http://www.drugs.com/pro/mirena.html">http://www.drugs.com/pro/mirena.html</a></center>
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<a href="http://www.drugs.com/pro/ortho-tri-cyclen.html">http://www.drugs.com/pro/ortho-tri-cyclen.html</a></center>
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(These are just a few popular birth controls but they all work in the same ways. You can research others on <a href="http://www.drugs.com/condition/contraception.html">this</a> site as well. It contains drug information gathered from the manufacturers.)</center>
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My husband, Ryan, and I were married on May 24th, 2008. Although i would have loved to have a child right away, a few months prior I had began taking a birth control pill. I truly felt it's what was expected of me. It wasn't <i>normal </i>for couples to get pregnant soon after marriage, especially not young couples like us. (I was 19, Ryan was almost 23) At the time I didn't know how birth control worked, so I began taking them. </center>
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At various times, I questioned if I should be taking birth control. I knew there were possible health risks and side effects with any prescription medications. But I just brushed the feelings off. I thought "Surely doctors wouldn't prescribe birth control if it was bad for me." </center>
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However, in October 2010 the feeling grew. In addition to the health risks, I began to wonder if it was right for me as a Christian to take birth control. I scoured the internet to learn all I could about how birth control really worked and the risks/side effects associated with them. And what I found shocked me! Birth control pills can act as an abiforcient (cause fertilized egg to be aborted) and there were serious risk too! There was NO way I could continue taking birth control knowing this!</center></br>
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About six months later, God gave us the most wonderful blessing. We were pregnant! I excitedly made our first doctors appointment. We joyfully shared the news with our family! I hesitantly started dreaming, making lists of what we'd need before my due date of December 25th arrived. But deep down I had a feeling something was wrong.</center>
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I think my body knew from the start that we'd never hold our baby here on this earth. I had that nagging feeling again, this time about having a miscarriage. I prayed so much over those few weeks, every time a worry would arise. </center>
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I had experienced some cramping since before we even discovered I was pregnant. But the nurses assured me it was normal. However, Saturday May 7th when bleeding accompanied the cramping I knew something was definitely wrong.</center>
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I rushed to the ER with my sister(Ryan was working). Blood tests showed that my HCG levels were too low for how far along we thought I was. Then came the ultrasound. I hadn't had an ultrasound before that night; one was scheduled for the following Monday. I was a bit relieved when I heard the results, relieved and confused. According to the measurements, my HCG levels were right where they should be. The doctor sent me home on bed rest until my appointment on Monday. </center>
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Sunday was Mother's Day. Instead of spending the day with my family, I spent the day praying that next year I would have a child in my arms. Unfortunate for us, God answered no to those prayers and called our baby home to Heaven.</center>
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We grieved the loss of our sweet child. Comfort was sought through songs like Blessed Be The Name and In Christ Alone. The rest of that year was tough for me emotionally. But God used that time to draw me closer to Him and to bring Ryan and I closer together.</center></br>
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Despite our grieving, I was ready to begin trying for another baby right away. I figured it would only take a few months for us to get pregnant. After all, it only took 5 months for us to get pregnant after I stopped taking the birth control. </center>
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Six long months went by. I did some research online and found that it's "normal" for it to take up to a year for a couple to conceive. I decided to give it six more months, then see a doctor. Unfortunately when that time had passed we didn't have insurance. The doctor would have to wait.</center>
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Finally this past February(2013), after 19 long months and 20+ negative pregnancy tests, I was able to go to my new doctor. Dr. Callison ran some blood tests to see if there was a medical reason we hadn't gotten pregnant yet. The results were all normal. Which is good and bad. We don't have a problem to fix. Dr. Callison gave me a prescription for Femara to increase my progesterone and strengthen ovulation. But this too comes with risks of harmful side effects. I've begun to eat healthier and exercise more, trying to find more natural ways to help us conceive. I know that ultimately God will bless us with a child in His time. But I also know that I need to prepare my body for the child. Until we receive that wonderful blessing I will pray for another child and thank God for the one He's already blessed us with. </center>
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I've felt like I should share my story for a while now. But it's hard to write this, to bring up those feelings. Hopefully this will help someone else struggling with infertility. If it helps just one person it will be worth it.</center>
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Would you choose to go a day without talking to your husband? No matter how you feel toward your husband, you probably wouldn't. Going a day without speaking to him would damage your relationship! No one wants that to happen. On the contrary, you want to do everything possible to improve your relationship. And good communication is essential to strengthening your relationships!</center>
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How then can we expect to go a day without speaking to God and our relationship with Him not suffer?</b> We must seek Him daily through prayer! Some form of the word pray is found over 300 times throughout the bible. Prayer is an essential part of our Christian walk! </center>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil.(1 Peter 3:12)</span></center>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;"> The Lord is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous. (Prov 15:29)</span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">And he went a little farther, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.(Mat 29:15) </span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.(Mark 11:24)</span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican. The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess. And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as his eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner. I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.(Luke 18:10-14)</span></center>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving; (Col 4:2)</span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers;(1 Thes 1:2) </span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;"> Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.( James 5:16)</span></blockquote>
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It's been so long since I've blogged. And boy have I missed it! I love writing! I forget how much until I go for a while without doing it. </center>
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When I started this blog I wanted to encourage others by sharing my Christian walk. I intended to write on bible studies, biblical womanhood, and what's going on in my life. However, I've steered clear of some topics that some find controversial and from sharing too many personal details of my life. </center>
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There are some topics that keep coming to mind mind when I think about what to write but I haven't written them yet. It's hard not to think "What will someone think if I write about______? Especially those people that I know personally!" But a lot of these topics are things that I <i>need </i>to share. It doesn't matter what others think or if they disagree with me! What matters is that I am obeying God, sharing His word with others, and that I follow the convictions God has placed on my heart. </center>
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So in the next few months you will see posts on:<br /><ul>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Temptation.<br /> It's something we all have faced and, unfortunately, will continue to face. <span style="color: #6aa84f;">James 1:2 says "<b>when </b>ye fall into divers temptations" </span>We must be prepared to deal with whatever temptations come our way. If we fail to do so we will fall without proper repentance(1 Cor. 10:12).</span></center>
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<li>Pray-<span style="color: #6aa84f;">"Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak." (Matt 26:41)</span></li>
<li>Abstain from evil- <span style="color: #6aa84f;">"Abstain from all appearance of evil."(1 Thes. 5:22) </span>It's much easier to resist temptation when we stay away from places we know will tempt us. </li>
<li>Run -Just like Joseph fled from Potiphar's wife (Genesis 39) </li>
<li>Think on scriptures- <span style="color: #6aa84f;">"Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee." (Psalm 119:11) </span>And remember that Jesus told Satan "it is written" each time he was tempted. (We must <a href="http://www.considertheliliesblog.com/2013/02/tips-for-bible-study.html">study</a> to know what God's word has to say!)</li>
<li>Remember God's promise- <span style="color: #6aa84f;">"but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it."(1 Cor. 10:13)</span></li>
<li>Be consumed in God's work-<span style="color: #6aa84f;">"Be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord..."( 1 Cor 15:58)</span> Our hearts will be focused on those things that we spend the most time on (Mat 6:21). If we are daily focusing on obeying God and bringing honor to him in all we do, then we will be stronger during our temptation.</li>
<li>Ask for help-<span style="color: #6aa84f;">"Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ." (Gal 6:2)</span> Remember you are not the only one who has gone through this. There are Christians who can encourage you and help you get through this!</li>
<li>Remember its worth it!-<span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>"Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him."(James 1:12)</b></span></li>
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If you haven't seen my <a href="http://www.facebook.com/considertheliliesluke1227">Facebook</a> update, I'm in the hospital. I slipped in the mud and dislocated my ankle and broke my tibia and fibula in 3 places. I had surgery yesterday to insert plates and screws. Thankfully that went well. But I am still in a lot of pain. I am glad I have <i>some</i> pain because that means that I didn't damage my nerves. I just hope and pray it lessens soon.</center>
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I will be taking at least this week(through 2/17) off to focus on recovery and physical therapy.I may need longer than a week; I'll just have to wait and see how I feel. No other posts-including the link up-will be made during this time. I have extended the dates available on <a href="http://www.considertheliliesblog.com/2013/02/homemaking-link-up-28.html">Homemaking Link Up #28</a>. So feel free to add more posts to last Friday's. I will choose one entry to feature whenever I get to feeling better </center>
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I will be on bed rest for 3 weeks! I will have plenty of time to blog and fold laundry since that's the only "chore" I'll be able to do. I hate that I won't be able to get up and wash dishes, sweep, and scrub my counters. I enjoy taking care of my house. Thankfully my wonderful mother-in-law is flying out today to help us out during my recovery! </center>
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The story of Jonah is one I heard many times throughout my childhood. But it's not just a child's story. There is much that we can learn from the book of Jonah.</center>
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<b>*God doesn't change His commands to suit us.</b></center>
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Jonah was told to go to Ninevah. But Joseph didn't want to. Ninevah was a big city full of wicked people.(4:11, 1:2) Instead Joseph decided to go "from the presence of the Lord". (1:2) Jonah would have done anything as long as he didn't have to go to Ninevah. But did God change his command? No, God still commanded Jonah to go(3:10) and punished him for his disobedience. </center>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">Jesus Christ the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=2053559359078530255" id="essa" name="34408x4"></a>same <a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=2053559359078530255" id="essa" name="34408x5"></a>yesterday, and to day, and for ever. (Heb 13:8) </span></blockquote>
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<b>*Never underestimate the power of God's word</b></center>
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Jonah's message was a simple one "yet forty days and Ninevah shall be overthrown." Ninevah was a wicked city. (1:2) But despite their great wickedness, God's word pierced their hearts. That simple message was all it took for everyone to repent. (3:5).</center>
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Are we doing our part in spreading the word of God? </center>
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Jonah's decision to run from God put the sailors lives in danger. His decision to obey God gave those in Ninevah a chance to turn to God. </center>
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What we <a href="http://www.considertheliliesblog.com/2013/02/choices-choices.html">decide</a> to do will effect others in some way. We must be careful that we are bringing others <a href="http://www.considertheliliesblog.com/2012/04/do-as-i-say-not-as-i-do.html">encouragement and not harm</a>. </center>
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God forgave the people of Ninevah when they repented and turned to Him. It was because of their decision that He didn't destroy the city.</center>
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Every day we are faced with countless decisions. Some have very little impact on our life. There's really no right or wrong answer. <i>"Should I wear a blue or green shirt?" </i>But others, can have a detrimental effect on our lives if we make the wrong decision. <i>"I stayed up way too late last night. Should I skip church to stay home and sleep?"</i> </center>
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<br />We must carefully weigh each decision, but also take heed not to worry over it. If a decision is causing you worry, that means you need to pray about it. We also can consult our spouse on our choice(or parents if not married).</center>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">"Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Phil 4:6-7 </span></center>
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When we choose to live according to God's plan, He promises we will receive peace. However, when we make choices contrary to His will we must reap the consequences.</center>
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Keeping our focus on Him daily will help us to make better choices!</center>
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Time spent digging into God's word is often pushed back. <i>"I'm too busy for that now; I'll do it later"..."I'm too tired I just can't study now." </i>But just sitting down to read isn't enough. <a href="http://www.considertheliliesblog.com/2012/06/why-should-i-study-bible.html">We need to study</a> productively, to glean from His word. How can we be more productive in our study?</center>
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<li>Be persistent!-Set a time each day to spend in the bible and do it. It may be 15 minutes here or there but that's okay. Just <a href="http://www.considertheliliesblog.com/2013/01/quench-your-thirst.html">get into His word daily</a>!</li>
<li>Know about what you're reading-Knowing if the passage is written as a history or is a symbolic text will determine how you apply it. Figure out what events are going on at the time. This will help you better understand.</li>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">"All scripture </span><i style="color: #6aa84f;">is</i><span style="color: #6aa84f;"> given by inspiration of God, and </span><i style="color: #6aa84f;">is</i><span style="color: #6aa84f;"> profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness" 2 Tim 3:16. </span></blockquote>
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<li>Keep it in its context!-This is <b>essential! </b>Taking a verse out of context completely changes its meaning. Don't just read one verse; read the verses before and after to get a clear picture of what's being taught.</li>
<li>Have a reliable translation-The bibles we have today are a translation of the original Hebrew/Greek writings. It's important to remember that these were done by man. Some of these translations completely change what was originally taught. There are also different types of translations-literal(KJV, ASV, ESV) and paraphrase(The Message, TLB, ERV). A paraphrase gives you whatever the translator thinks the passage means and may leave out some things. Make sure you are studying from a reliable literal translation. My favorites are KJV and ESV. <br /><br />Using a couple different versions is also helpful when studying. <a href="http://www.e-sword.net/">E-Sword</a> is a great resource when studying. There is a comparison tool(shown below) that lets you see the original text, definition of the Hebrew/Greek words, and how different versions are translated. </li>
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This man has been working in the field all day with the sun beating down on him. He is tired, hot, and thirsty. But there is no water where he is working. He would give <b>anything</b> for just a tiny sip of water. <br />
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David tells us in Psalm 63:1 that <b>our desire to seek God should be as our thirst in a land where no water is found. </b>We should long to spend time digging into His word, to learn more about Him. We should jump at the chance to share His love with others. Unfortunately, many times we put off our study time. We become so consumed by the tasks of the day that we run out of time to study our bible. </div>
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<li style="text-align: left;">Stick to our budget and get rid of debt</li>
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As a child, many of my hours were spent playing dress up. A book and pencil in hand and I was ready to be a teacher; a doll and I was a mommy. Pretending to do these things taught me skills that I am using now. But playing dress up and pretending isn't always a good thing.</center>
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As Christians it's easy to put on a smile and pretend that everything's okay. If we just show up for services, no one will suspect that we've haven't been faithful. It's east to pretend to be a Christian. Of course, there's one person we can't pretend with-God.</center>
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We can't keep anything from God. He knows our thoughts, our heart, our struggles. He knows if we are sincere in our worship to Him or if we're just going through the motions. And it's a good thing that we can't hide from God. It helps to keep us pure and shows us how much He loves us. </center>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: inherit;">But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8</span></span></center>
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Despite all the sinful things you've done and all the evil thoughts you've had, God sent His only son to die for you! How great His love is that He was willing to do this while we were still sinners!<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;(Ephesians 6:15)</span></span></center>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The primary purpose of shoes is to protect the feet. A soldier with an injured foot did not have a very good chance of survival. He could not move very fast and was much more likely to be killed since he would be the easy target. Shoes were an important part of a soldier's armour. </span></span></center>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">As Christians, our "shoes" are for us to be prepared with <a href="http://www.considertheliliesblog.com/2012/06/why-should-i-study-bible.html">knowledge of the gospel</a>. We must be prepared so that we have an answer when others ask us questions about God's word. </span></center>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #6aa84f; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear: ( 1 Peter 3:15)</span></span></center>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Being prepared with knowledge of the gospel is extremely important. But why did he choose our shoes to associate knowledge with? Shoes are something that are always on our feet when we are out around others. Going back to 1 Peter 3:15 we are told to "be ready <i>always</i>". We must always be ready and willing to share God's word with others!</span><br />
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Talking is hard. The words get jumbled up; getting what I'm feeling to come out takes a lot of thought. And then it still doesn't come out right. But with a pencil or keyboard and my thoughts clear. Writing's easy. The words flow freely. </center>
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Why is it so hard to say something but so easy to write it? I think part of it is the fact that I can't take back things that I say the way I can erase words I've written.. I can apologize if I've said something hurtful. But it doesn't take away the pain it caused. Pain takes time to heal. </center>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">This is Webb Cannon, the grandson of a couple I have known all my life. He was born on May 21st, 2012. with Ventricular Septal Defect (a hole in his heart). Shortly after birth Webb had to have a pacemaker. Due to various complications he has spent all but a few days in the hospital. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">On August 31st, Webb had another set back. He suffered complete cardiac arrest. After 70 minutes of CPR he was placed on an echmo machine. He has since been removed from this.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The doctors are unsure how much brain damage occured due to the length of time that CPR was needed. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Today(September 11th) Webb will have surgey and have a <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18px;">pulmonary band placed. This will allow oxygen to go through the hole in his heart rather than the pulmonary artery and the hole. This is a temporary fix until his heart is strong enough to go on bypass. After recovery, he'll go to children's to begin therapy </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The quiet stillness of the earth, the way the light slowly transforms everything. There isn't much I don't love about the morning. I had forgotten how much I love it. Since I was able to quit my out of home job I have been sleeping late. But because of that it's been so long since I've experienced the time I so dearly love. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">It's so much simpler to think on God, to be the woman He has called me to be, in those early morning hours. Reminders of his love and mercy surround me. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">It's easier to meditate on His word without all the noise that technology has brought. Oh how beautiful the quietness is! There are no outside distractions, all focus is on Him.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The light slowly begins to shine through the darkness. What a powerful reminder of how through our obedience to His word God changes us, replacing the darkness that sin has placed on our soul and replacing it with His eternal light. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">And then the sun rises into view bringing to thought the rising of His Son and the great sacrifice that was offered. How great the love and mercy of God is!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Don't take for granted the time He's given you! Thank God for today and use it to serve him!</span></div>
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</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">Wouldn’t earth be a bit more like heaven above?
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman,Bold'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">ON MONDAY: </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">Look for a smile today and return it with one of your own.
Give someone </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">faith and hope, it’s such a beautiful loan.
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman,Bold'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">ON TUESDAY: </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">Gather a thought that’s kind, one that’s sincere and deep.
</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">Be sure to pass it along for such are too precious to keep.
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman,Bold'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">ON WEDNESDAY: </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">Forget yesterday’s sorrows, mistakes, sadness, and pain.
</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">Lift your heart with hope as flowers to sun and rain.
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman,Bold'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">ON THURSDAY: </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">Offer a word of comfort and prayer to help someone in
need. A little thoughtful gift, some flowers, or a smile makes us all rich.
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman,Bold'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">ON FRIDAYS: </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">You shall not pass this way again, so do any good you can do.
</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">Don’t put it off till tomorrow or the chance may be lost for you.
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman,Bold'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">ON SATURDAY: </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">Today will soon be a memory so don’t let it come to an
</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">end, without a smile, without a song, or just a word from a friend.
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman,BoldItalic'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">ON SUNDAY: </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman,Italic'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">Don’t let worry and </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">care depress you, or brush your joy away.
</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">But arise and give thanks to God above, for His love and another “Blest Day”
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="font-family: 'Book Antiqua'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">“...let each esteem other better than themselves. Look not every man
</span><span style="font-family: 'Book Antiqua'; font-size: 11.000000pt;">on his own things, but every man also on the things of others”(Phil </span></span><span style="font-family: 'Book Antiqua'; font-size: 10.000000pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #6aa84f;">2:3,4).</span> </span><br />
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