HUZZAH39's SparkPeople Blog

National Day of Prayer

Thu, 2 May 2013 11:14:12 EST

The National Observance of the National Day of Prayer will be broadcast LIVE from the Cannon House Office Building in Washington, D.C. live until noon at:

nationaldayofprayer.org/2013-nationa
l-observance/

Call for help with Homework : )

Mon, 8 Apr 2013 15:15:27 EST

Hello friends!

I just started a Bible Study today entitled "Namesake - When God Rewrites Your Story" by Jessica LaGrone. As part of my homework, I have a request for you that can be a lot of fun, if you choose to help me.

Tell me your name and if there is a story behind your name.
Where did your name originate?
Do you know what your name means?
Do you like your name? Why or Why not?

If you don't feel comfortable sharing your real name, y...

Determined to pick myself up, brush myself off, and continue on!

Fri, 5 Apr 2013 20:41:32 EST

Today was my weight and measurement day. It wasn't good news today! Once again, because of my bad choices, my weight has gone up (6 pounds!) Almost all my measurements have gone up as well! The good news is I have remained consistent in exercising though the amount was a little lower at Curves this week. I did go Monday - Friday. I also walked with my DH one day for an hour and worked out for 75 minutes doing a "Five Mile Walk Away the Pounds" DVD last night.

The bad news is ...

Thanking God for All these Occupations

Thu, 7 Mar 2013 16:14:59 EST

While this list is by no means comprehensive, I am thanking God for each of these occupations. I salute all of these professions. Feel free to add any that you are thankful for : )

Bless these occupations listed and the many not listed that exist that honor You. In Jesus Name, Amen!

Architects, Authors, Artists, Actors, Actresses
Beauticians, Biologists (Thank you, Marlena!)
Cooks, Chemists, Composers, Conductors
Doctors, Designers, Dancers, Dog Kennel A...

Thank You Lord for these Birds!!

Tue, 5 Mar 2013 20:39:54 EST

Thank you Lord for these birds you created. Your creativity is so intricate, varied and amazing. Your level of detail is precise and it leaves me speechless! I love hearing bird song especially in the morning!!! I love You Lord!

Albatross
Bluebird
Cardinal
Dove
Egret
Flamingo
Gull
Hummingbird
Ibis
Jay
Kookabarra
Lorikeet
Mourning Dove
Nightinggale
Ostrich
Penguin
Quail
Robin
Sparrow (Your e...

Thank You A to Z Song List!

Fri, 1 Mar 2013 10:27:13 EST

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The Bible says that "God inhabits the praises of His people". There is something about worshipping Him and praising Him in prayer, in song, in meditation that just ushers you into His Presence and brings peace and joy. David, the Psalmist, played the harp to soothe the negative emotions of King Saul and while David played his music, Saul was content. The One who created music is SO POWERFUL!!! Whe...

Thankfulness = JOY

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 19:47:14 EST

Did you know thankfulness producess JOY? Each day while doing devotionals, I start off with a list of five to ten things I am thankful for. It really helps to start off the day right and brings blessings of joy.

Today I am listing an A to Z list of Friends, family, and acquaintances I am thankful for. This list is by no means comprehensive and some letters I couldn't readily think of a name but here goes.....

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A Cup of Morning Joy, Joy, Joy, Joy for You

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 10:25:17 EST

Good morning friends!!!!! Sharing a cup of joy, joy, joy, joy with you all!!!!!

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I have a song for you that most, if not all, of you know. It's a children's song, but hey, most of us are kids at heart!!!! I really got some joy watching the video. You will see what I mean (I hope) if you choose to watch it!!! Challenge: Go ahead, sing along with it and clap too! You might feel silly but y...

Afternoon Jolt of Joy

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:11:46 EST

Writing to encourage you to read Philippians today or sometime this week. It amazes me how Paul had very difficult circumstances and yet had joy. He encourages us in prayer in Philippians 1: 3-11.

This afternoon I pray this prayer for each of us based on this Scripture:

I thank my God for every remembrance of each one of my Spark Friends. Always in every prayer of mine, I am making request for each one with all joy, for their fellowship in the gospel from t...

Wishing You a GOOD MORNING!!!!

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 09:29:20 EST

Here is a good song to get you going this morning! Hope it brings you some joy!!!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vbrs-fW6s7s

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I am Choosin' Joy!

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 11:34:49 EST

Yesterday I made up my mind to choose joy and invited several people to join me this week in doing so. Many of you already know that there are differences between happiness and joy. I found a chart online that describes some of the differences. You can find it here:

www.diffen.com/difference/Happiness_
vs_Joy

The thing that sticks out the most to me is that happiness is temporary whereas joy is long lasting. Joy isn't contingent upon events. You ...

Learning to SLOW down from the Busyness

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 15:47:50 EST

There are choices we have to make everyday. Today I have decided to take things SLOW. It is by necessity that I must do so today because I am recovering from a bad asthma attack that I had last night. It is a GOOD thing that I made that choice today for it is a reminder that I need to "Be still and know He is God!" It is in these moments of stillness that I grow even deeper in my relationship with God. He has been speaking to me throughout the day - letting me know I am not alone and that ...

Praying Through My Triggers

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 10:44:21 EST

Good Morning! I have ten minutes before I leave for Church and I am confronted with one of my triggers. Triggers that shoot off my emotions. Triggers that lead me into dangerous territory! I've Been readin "Made to Crave" by Lysa TerKerst and she modeled a way to combat those poisonous darts that assault us and tempt us to make bad choices.

My trigger is trying to get my family to come to Church together. Last Sunday I was the only one to go but I might as well have stayed hom...

Love Does Not Measure - It Just Gives

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 23:01:11 EST

Love does not measure - it just gives." This quote from Mother Teresa has given me much to contemplate these past several days.

Last month I was praying for a need I had. I was praying for a way I could contribute to a mission at my church. It was something I deeply desired to contribute to but because of circumstances, I did not have the means to contribute - so I prayed specifically for this. I told NO ONE ELSE of this need.

My birthday was in December and my sist...

Struggling

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:24:39 EST

I am really struggling with the eating. Over the break, I didn't plan what I ate or measure or record. I have been keeping up with exercising. Thank God! It's just that I have not been mindful with my eating. I try and then fail but I am not giving up. The other day I felt anxious and caught myself mindlessly eating. I have a problem with emotional eating. I know not to do it yet I find myself doing it anyway.
I talked with the coach at Curves today. She wants me to go back to a 1200 ca...

Mess or Masterpiece?

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 17:11:04 EST

I have been created as God's Masterpiece yet more often then not I feel like a mess. I feel like a Picasso piece at times when you see a bunch of abstract colors but no clear definition- at least not one that is visible to me. I feel like a color that's been spilled onto a page bleeding all over. However, I know I am being defined. I receive glimpses of positive changes and hints of transformation. I know I am in the Artist's Hands and that is a very good place to be.

Good News

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 15:08:28 EST

I lost 4 inches in my waist and 1 inch in my abs. My body fat is down 1%. BMI down 7/10 and I lost a 1/4 inch in my upper arm : ) I did gain one pound from last week but losing the 4 inches made me glad!!!! So far I have lost 19 pounds since Feb. I am making progress and I thank the Lord for it!!!!

I am So Excited!!!!

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 13:06:18 EST

I am so excited! God totally helped me to stay commited to Phase One of Curves Nutrition plan. I kept to it with His help and lost 5 pounds in 7 days. I won't lose weight that fast in Phase two but it has got me motivated and happy today for sure! That's a total of 20 pounds...and counting since February! I am thanking Jesus!

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Melted One Stress Away Today... Wanna Know How?

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 22:43:30 EST

I had a small thing that got under my skin today that really bothered me. There was miscommunication between our Pediatrician's Office and our Pharmacy that was really frustrating and was a big waste of time. I allowed myself to get angry for just a bit. Then I released it to God. I put on some good praise music while I did the dishes and then did Leslie Sansome's DVD "Walk Away the Pounds - Five Really Big Miles" for 75 minutes. I was also able to delegate some of my other chores to my famil...

Making Choices Today

Wed, 3 Oct 2012 11:28:16 EST

Each day we are faced with myriad of choices. God has given us the free will to choose. Here are the choices I am choosing to make today:

I can choose to be pitiful or powerful but I can not choose both. This day I choose to be powerful not because of who I am but because of WHO lives in me.

I choose this day to not let others negativity bring me down. What the enemy meant for harm, God means for good. I choose to meditate on what God says and not allow myself to foc...

I Didn't Want to Do It ...but I did it Anyway

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 12:32:47 EST

I didn't want to get up this morning, I was tired...but I did it anyway!

If I stayed in bed, I would get nothing else done. I don't want to be idle or lazy. I thank God that He gave me some rest and that that I have a nice comfortable bed. Many do not have beds nor can they get rest in the violence that surrounds some. I thank God that His mercies are new everyday we wake up!

I'd rather stay in bed longer than get a shower...but I did it anyway!

If I stay...

A -to- Z Adjectives Describing God

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 21:22:07 EST

My God (Father, Son, Holy Spirit yet One) is:

Amazing
Beautiful
Compassionate
Delightful
Enlightening
Fantastic
Generous
Holy
Intelligent
Jealous
Kind
Loving
Majestic
Noble
Omnipotent
Perfect
Quintessential
Righteous
Sovereign
Talented
Unique
Vivacious
Wonderful
X-ilerating (Ok I know that's stretching the X but it's the truth!)
Yearning (He is yearning for us ...

Ten Things I Liked about my Day

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 17:58:12 EST

Top Ten I liked and am thankful for today:

1. I liked snuggling with dh this morning! 26

2. I liked having quiet time with the Lord! 458 459 296

3. I liked spending time running errands with my DH. He also took me out to lunch! : ) 342

4. I liked walking 45 minutes with my DD1! 361

5. I liked watching butterflies! 88 88

6....

Remembering Teresa - Thursday's Poem

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 16:48:56 EST

My dear friend ABBIESLIFESONG had a great idea to set up a virtual memorial for Teresa today. Teresa was a fellow sparker who very easily ignited the hearts of those around her with kind words, a listening ear, encouragement by the dozens. She always had a joke to share and brought many smiles. She was a good prayer partner and had such a loving and giving heart. So, here are some words that touched me and I hope will touch you as well!!!

Teresa sent this five days before she ...

Need Support

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 14:48:52 EST

Right now I am feeling emotionally spent. I have been waking up intermittently in the night. I got out of bed close to 7am. I did my morning routine, took my 13 year old to school, worked out ,went to the PO, came home and started laundry, signed up for a fitness deal that my insurance offers, lunch, devotional time, called my sister to wish her a Happy Birthday, checked the mail...) I am trying to organize home paperwork but am having a hard time focusing. I did get in a good hour worko...

A Powerful Video that Speaks for Itself

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 15:42:36 EST

Please watch this! : )

www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyheJ480LYA

My Pedometer says....what?(Ramblings about my day)

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 21:33:57 EST

My pedometer is reading 23,758 steps -- how can that be? I wish it were true because I did a lot today but not THAT much surely!!!! My pedometer REALLY is reading those numbers and I am certain I did over 10,000 but almost 24,000? I don't think so!
I don't have much luck with pedometers. Maybe that is good because I do not believe in luck. The last pedometer that recently went AWOL was handed to me (by my DH) in pieces last Saturday. The pedometer had fallen off and he accidentally ...

"On Wings of Prayer" (A Poem)

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 23:45:10 EST

On Wings of Prayer

In valleys of despair we search around
only to realize that we found
His Spirit flows everywhere
on the wings of a prayer.

As our words take on flight,
they flutter above to Heaven's delight.
As our praise is sent above,
joy returns on wings of love.

Wings of prayer lift any cares.
They let our soul soar to new heights
and our vision takes on a new sight.
Our spirit becomes more aware
on th...

"Sowing Seeds' (A Poem)

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 21:45:12 EST

Sowing Seeds

Sow a seed into a life,
Once it is planted, it will grow.
Water it abundantly,
In time the fruit will show.
Nourish it so that the roots go deep.
God will give the increase.

Sow another seed into a life,
Enjoy the blessings that it brings.
Encourage others to do the same.
Develop and cultivate before the rain.
Send thanks to our Almighty KIng!

@ Christine Cameron

I may have lost a nerve

Tue, 7 Aug 2012 20:49:23 EST

I accidentally cut my left pointer finger while using a new ceramic paring knife a week ago Friday. I have been having a strange sensation in my left finger tip. At first I thought it was because I had my band aid too tight. However, I had the band aid off for several days and was still getting that sensation. I went to the doctor's today and she confirmed that I have nerve damage. She said that I need to wait it out and see if it will heal which will take 4-6 weeks. If it doesn't heal on its...

Juicy Fruit Challenge

Wed, 1 Aug 2012 17:09:12 EST

Blog is being reconstructed- Please be patient!

Fear and Overcoming it

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 16:05:26 EST

I have been taking my DD2 to swim lessons frequently to swim lessons this summer and she is teaching me to be an overcomer in more ways than one. She was afraid of diving but she nipped that in the bud. Even though she had the fear, SHE DID IT ANYWAY. The first week looking at her legs made me cry. Her legs would slap the water and they were so bruised. She kept using her leg for support in getting out of the pool trying again, and again , and again and that caused more bruises!! She en...

Hot but Great Day!

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 22:43:24 EST

Today my DD2 continued her daily swim lessons. Tomorrow is the end of the second set of two week lessons. I am so proud of her! she has her breast stroke, forward crawl and diving down. Today I was pleased to hear her encourage a small boy and an adult woman who were diving for the first time. I KNOW God was smiling too!
Managed to strip two beds and with the girls help got the bed clothes washed, dried and put back together. Also did a load of towels and a load of colored clothes....

Day Thirty Serving

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 21:07:39 EST

Good Evening! So sorry our feast was delayed today -- I have not forgotten! I bid you welcome to the thirtieth serving of "Five A Day...with a Slice of Wisdom"! Congratulations to those of you who have followed with me these past thirty days and completed this challenge. I am glad for any amount of time you were able to spend doing this! I want to encourage you to continue in this practice! It has been a really good experience. I hope you have been strengthened by it as I have. It is...

Day Twenty-Nine Serving

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 14:50:15 EST

Welcome to day twenty nine of serving "Five A Day...with A Slice of Wisdom". Tomorrow will be the last day of the challenge. I am so glad you joined me no matter how many servings you partook of. I am glad for any amount of time you spent with me and more importantly my Father. You are always welcome to go back to the beginning at any time and start the challenge anew. I pray that these Scriptures have helped you to grow deeper in your faith and in Your relationship with the LORD. Today...

Day Twenty-Eight Serving

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:31:54 EST

Welcome to the twenty-eighth serving of "Five a Day with A Slice of Wisdom"! We are rapidly approaching the end of our thirty day challenge. This challenge has been teaching me so much. There have been so many applications for me and I hope for you, dear reader as well.
So, come expectantly as you are and have a seat. The table is in readiness and the feast awaits you. Today's version is served from the Easy-to-Read Version (ERV). As always, if you prefer another version, please go t...

Come Worship With Us!!!! : )

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 21:15:04 EST

Here are a few links of some awesome worship music from the church I attend. These songs are from our worship team's new CD "St. Andrew's Hymn's - Safely Home". Join us in worship : )

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vzr8LspYWIk

www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIQ9CVfeZ9s&
feature=relmfu

Blessings, Christine

Day Twenty-Seven Serving

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:54:30 EST

Welcome to the twenty-seventh day of serving "Five A Day with A Slice of Wisdom". Hope this day finds you well! Speaking of well....there is a Well Whose Springs have freshly been drawn from. Come to the table, your glass is full and there is an unending rich supply of sparkling and refreshing Living Water for you to quench your thirst with. There are twelve filled baskets with Living Bread that never need replenishing. They continually fill and provide for your nourishment. Today's po...

Day Twenty-Six Serving

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 15:49:33 EST

Welcome back to the twenty-sixth serving of"Five A Day...with a Slice of Wisdom"!
Onward Christian soldiers and friends to the scrumptious Banquet Table which our Father has prepared for us. Today's serving is brought to You through the Darby Translation (DARBY). As always, if this version isn't pleasing to you or if you want the audio version, please go to:
www.biblegateway.com .
We need sustenance to combat our daily battles. Author and Bible teacher Charl...

Day Twenty-Five Serving

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 20:20:11 EST

Welcome to the twenty-fifth serving of "Five A Day...with a Slice of Wisdom". This is my third attempt to get this posted and I am hoping and praying it will go through! I lost the other two. It is said that "third time is a charm". So here goes..... Tonight's serving is from the
Contemporary English Version (CEV). If you prefer another version, please go to:
www.biblegateway.com .

A Moment of Grace:

Father God, we come to Your table t...

Day 25 Temporarily Delayed

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 14:45:11 EST

Having a difficult time posting due to technological difficulties. Please be patient with me. I am not quitting or giving up.

Hello from Christine. I spent an hour working on my post and then I received an error mesage and then I redid it but modified and it took 30 minutes and same problem. I tried to copy and past my work but it would not allow me to. Now I am having a hard time entering the site where I do my blogs. Please be patient as I will have to redo my blog y...

Day Twenty-Four Serving

Sun, 15 Jul 2012 17:27:12 EST

Welcome to the Twenty-fourth day of serving "Five A Day...with a Slice of Wisdom! So glad you are here with our Father and I. Come on in ! Sit down and rest your weary feet awhile. (If your feet are well rested, come in anyway!) Our serving today comes from the Complete Jewish Bible (CJB). If you prever another Biblical version, please visit
www.biblegateway.com . Shalom!

A moment of Grace:

We come to You this Blessed day, Adonai with joy in...

Day Twenty-Three Serving

Sat, 14 Jul 2012 16:51:30 EST

Welcome to the 23rd serving of "Five a Day ...with a Slice of Wisdom"! The table is ready, the places are set, our Father is here! Gather around and enjoy the fruit of His labor! Today's serving is from the Common English Bible (CEB). As always, www.biblegateway.com can be used if your preference for another version is desired.

A moment of grace: Father God, we honor and adore You for giving us these precious books from Your Word. Today, while reading 1 Kings...

Day Twenty- two Serving

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 13:37:21 EST

Welcome to the twenty-second serving of "Five A Day....with A Slice of Wisdom". We are in the home-stretch of our 30 day challenge. Just joining? You are not too late! Been with me? Bless your heart! This time with you and our Father has been so precious and such a blessing! I pray your heart is being strengthened and your spirit renewed !

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Today's portion comes from the Amplified Version (AMP). With eight days left on our challenge, I am open to sug...

Day Twenty - One Serving

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 15:49:18 EST

Welcome to the twenty first day of serving "Five A Day...with a Slice of Wisdom"!!! Come on in and make yourself at home! The menu selections are always fresh and never grow stale!
Today's serving comes from the American Standard Version (ASV). Load up on your daily benefits and remember to not only imbibe but share. As always you can visit www.biblegateway.com , if you delight in another version.

A moment of grace: Father God, for three weeks we have been...

Really Good Resource on Psalm 37

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 22:38:57 EST

Please visit my friend Darlene at darlenesponderings.com/ for an insightful and well written study on Psalm 37. I think you will enjoy it and glean much wisdom. I thank her for graciously allowing me to share this with you.

Blessings, Christine

Day Twenty Serving

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 14:51:44 EST

Welcome to Day 20 of "Five A Day with A Slice of Wisdom". Are you hanging in there? How has your dining experience been thus far? Do you need support? Do you need prayer? Drop me a line and I will bring it to the table as we gather together. Prefer privacy? That's ok too, drop me a line, and I will pray with you. We can do this together. There is strength in number. The Word says, wherever two or three are gathered, there God is in the midst.

Today's serving will be offer...

Day Nineteen Serving

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 15:54:54 EST

Welcome to today's Banquet Feast!!! Are you ready to get loaded up with some daily blessings and benefits? I thought you might be! Don't be shy, make yourself at home. Join my Father around this inviting table and get ready for "Five.. with a slice of Wisdom"! Today's selection comes from the New International Version - UK (NIVUK). As always if this version does not fortify you, you check select one to your liking at: www.biblegateway.com

Before I have a mome...

The Power of Wisdom

Mon, 9 Jul 2012 17:54:32 EST

"That Power is like the working of His Mighty Strength, which He exerted in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right Hand." (Ephesians 1:19-20)

Father God, the passage today is a prayer for Spiritual Wisdom and I praise You that You gave us specific prayer-- especially at this time. You called me to do "Five a Day...with A Slice of Wisdom". The focus had been more on the Psalms and this prayer is one I will pray for the dear readers and myself. Glory t...

A Taste of Wisdom this Morning : )

Mon, 9 Jul 2012 11:54:35 EST

Having fun this morning spending much time with the LORD!!!!!! : )

Wisdom is.......

Words of
Insight
Sovereignly
Divine and
Of
Much treasure !!!

A little prayer for Wisdom for us.........

We implore You that we
Incline our ears to Wisdom.
Saturate our hearts with Your Knowledge,
Discernment, and Understanding.
Open the eyes and ears of our hearts.
May we bring You the glory due Your Name, Amen!!!! ...