"Fearless" by Max Lucado

Having never read a Max Lucado book before, this was the perfect one for me to start out with.

Sadly, currently two family members are going through depression and anxiety. I hope to turn to this book and offer them support from it. It is a book that everyone should have in their house!

Fear of not mattering, fear of what's next, fear of disappointing God, fear of running out, our kids in danger, overwhelming challenges, violence, fear of the coming winter, life's final moments, fear that God is not real. Max talks about all of these familar fears.

Max talks of "Eight Worry-Stoppers."

Pray first, Easy now, Act on it, Compile a worry list, Evaluate your worry categories, Focus on today, Unleash a worry army, and Let God be enough. The first letter of each word in the list equals = P-E-A-C-E-F-U-L.

All that Jesus suffered! (ropes, whips, thorns, and nails). Do you hear the whip slapping against his back? Fight your dragons in Gethsemane's garden. Talk to God about your troubles.

"I am leaving you with a gift-peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don't be troubled or afraid." - John 14:27

He distributes pieces of the jigsaw puzzle to many. When you unlock your understanding with mine, and we share our discoveries. When we mix, mingle, confess, and pray, Christ speaks.

"I tell you not to worry about everyday life--whether you have enough." - Matt. 6:25

"Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kindom." - Luke 12:32

I pray for all those who suffer from depression and anxiety. May this book help you to overcome it.

Blog Candy Giveaway

Go to this blog:

http://craftymakes.blogspot.com

to win the following:



In the candy:

Whiff of Joy Festive Winter Willow EZ Mounted rubber stamp
A mixed bundle of 6x6 inch sheets of designer paper 60 in total (Two each of some and some are double sided. Including Basic Grey, DCWV, K&Co, Papermania, GCD Studios)
Two pots of Shimmerz paints - Burgandy and Opal
Prima Say It With Pearls Corner (One packet)
Frances Meyer Rub-On-Art Travel (One packet)
Paper Cellar House shaped Cards with envelopes (One packet)
Jenni Bowlin Studio Chipboard Banner (one packet)
Mixed charms (Approx 20)
Mixed Flowers (Approx 20)
Prima Gem centres (5)
Metal clips (2)
Mixed Brads (Approx 20; Shaped; Epoxy; Gem)
Kaiser Droplets (one packet)
Dovecraft Bottle Caps Teens (One packet)
Papermania Present toppers (One packet)

Merry Christmas

Wishing you a very Merry CHRISTmas to you and yours! Hope you have a nice celebration with your family and or friends. Best of health and happiness to you and yours. Safe travels for everyone!

Scripture ATCs

Here is my finished ATC for the Fiskateers scripture swap. It was fun! I enjoyed it!

Galena, IL Stamp Store

I had the pleasure of visiting "Ink & Stamp with Sue" store yesterday. WOW, I could have spent the whole day in there. They have everything from rubber stamps, idea books, ink, Sizzix embossing folders, Fiskars punches and trimmers, Tim Holtz, scrapbook paper, etc. Can't begin to name all that I saw. So, if you are in Galena, IL. Stop by and check it out.

242 N. Main St.
Galena, IL 61036
(815) 777-8267

"The Missing" by Beverly Lewis

Book two in the Seasons of Grace series. "The Secret" was book one. I found that book a really good easy read. This second book didn't go as fast when I read it. I got more interesting towards the end. Then it leaves you hanging on the edge of your seat waiting for the third book.
Grace Byler longs to discover the truth about her missing mother. She takes up the slack of the work her mother did. A nice young Amish man is helping her dad out with the lambs and is looking after Grace's horse. What other interests does he have? Grace makes friends with a modern girl named Heather. Heather's father is building a house across the road from Grace's family. Heather is sick and seeking natural ways to heal her body of cancer. Heather was adopted and finds out that her real family is Amish. Could this be a connection to the secret Lettie Byler is hiding?

Serving the Lord & Having Fun!

Today was a good day. Breakfast with Ray and Kyle. Raymond is on a scout campout. Worked at the church bazaar with my good friend Betsy. Then on to Page by Page to scrapbook with friends. Then on to the school musical "Oklahoma." What a fun filled day!