Author: Amy
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Psalms SOAP: Good things come to those who seek the Lord
Day 13 of the Psalms in 60 Days Today’s Reading: Psalms 33-34 Scripture: Psalms 34:8 Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in him. Observation: The ones who seek out the Lord for protection and guidance will ultimately experience good things. You will see if this if…
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“We ate ice cream… while watching Ed Sullivan…” Our next Real (Experienced) Mom
Last week we heard from Real (Experienced) Mom, Cindy who also happens to be MY mom. And I am so proud and of her honesty in answering my questions… especially when she confessed to reading my journal in junior high! Next up is her mom, my grandmother, Phyllis, and her experiences in rearing my mom,…
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Psalms SOAP: You can get guidance from the One in charge
Day 12 of the Psalms in 60 Days Today’s Reading: Psalms 31-32 Scripture: Psalm 32:8 I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you and watch over you. Observation: He will give me the direction I need. Application: So often I feel lost in a sea of…
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Psalms SOAP: Strength and Protection
Day 11 of the Psalms in 60 Days Today’s Reading: Psalms 28-30 Scripture: Psalms 28:7 The Lord is my strength and my shield, my heart trusts in him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song. Observation: I recognize that my strength and protection come…
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Psalms SOAP: The mediations of my heart and words of my mouth
Day 10 of the Psalms in 60 Days Today’s Reading: Psalms 25-27 I’m actually going to share my SOAP from the reading for Day 8, which was Psalms 19-21. This verse has stuck with me all weekend. Tomorrow I plan to be back on track and share from tomorrow’s reading… unless I hear another plan…
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Psalms SOAP: He is the source of true strength
Day 7 of the Psalms in 60 Days Today’s Reading: Psalm 18 Scripture: Psalms 18:32 It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way perfect. Observation: I don’t build up true strength on my own… it comes from God. He alone can strengthen me and make my walk flawless. Application: If I…
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Psalms SOAP: Worship Him alone
Day 6 of 60 Days of Psalms Today’s Reading: Psalms 16-17 Scripture: Psalm 16: 4 (partial) The sorrows of those will increase who run after other gods… Observation: Those who put other things above God and ‘worship’ them will find sadness and sorrow. Application: It is so easy to think that I only worship God…
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“I read part of my daughter’s journal…” Real (Experienced) Mom tells all!
I think there is a lot of wisdom to be learned from the moms who have mothered before us, yet all too often we do not tap into their stories and experience. To spark conversation through the generations, and learn a few things myself, today I am launching Real (Experienced) Moms on MomsToolbox.com. Each Thursday…
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National Day of Prayer: How can I pray for you?
Thursday is the National Day of Prayer and I’ve been wondering… How can I pray for you? Don’t get me wrong. I’ve got plenty already in mind to pray about. But I’d love to pray for your needs, too. Please feel free to leave a comment with a prayer request or send an email using…
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Psalms SOAP: Tell of His Wonders
Day 4 of 60 Days of Psalms Today’s Reading: Psalms 9 & 10 Scripture: Psalm 9: 1 I will praise you, O Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonders. Observation: I should be sure to share the wonders I have experienced. Application: God amazes me so often. I experience and…
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Psalms SOAP: Bring an end to the violence of the wicked
Day 3 of 60 Days of Psalms Today’s reading: Psalms 7-8 Scripture: Psalms 7:9 O righteous God, Who searches mind and hearts, Bring to an end to the violence of the wicked and make the righteous secure. Observation: Lord who is pure, who knows all of our true intentions and desires, please end evil ways…
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Won’t you journey through the Psalms with me?
I have really enjoyed reading the Bible with an online community. I love the community that builds as we hold each other accountable and I love reading a variety of responses on the same reading. Reading thorugh the Bible in 90 Days with so many of you was an incredible experience… I loved all the…
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Proverbs SOAP: Help the poor or else be wicked
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 29:7 The righteous care about justice for the poor, but the wicked have no such concern. Observation: Care for the poor or else you are wicked. Application: I’m not exactly sure just what my direct application for this today is, but I think God is working on…
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Proverbs SOAP: Give to the poor. Don’t ignore their requests for help
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 28:27 He who gives to the poor will lack nothing, but he who closes his eyes to them receives many curses. Observation: Give to the poor and don’t ignore them. Application: I live in a city where I’ve been asked several times for money by people walking…
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Proverbs SOAP: Diligence, consideration and duty will be rewarded
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 27: 18 He who tends a fig tree will eat its fruit, and he who looks after his master will be honored. Observation: Diligence, consideration and duty will be rewarded. Application: Perhaps God is saying here that we should tend to the tasks set before us diligently,…