Wednesday, September 7, 2011

The “Nevertheless” Life

Im Moving over some of my writing from my another blog since I am going to revamp Blue Birds Nest.

Luke 5:5 And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.

I love this picture. I love this story. It’s new to me, fresh this day!

It’s funny how some stories you hear time and again, and then something sparks, peaks an interest, touches your heart. You get it.

I have lots of self-centered reasons to love this story and verse.

First it happens on the sea. I love the Ocean, and Lakes, and well pretty much anything having to do with Water.

Second it has to do with fish. My love of water has often led me to a wonderful longing to interact with the creatures of the Sea.

Thirdly it speaks of a wonderfully human man full of failures and disbelief, beloved by his lord, and cherished by his Maker, yet continuously tested as he follows a living, breathing, miracle working Jesus.

You can say I totally relate to the story.

You could probably go as far as saying I may have some genealogical connect to Sweet Peter.

His words, the tone I imagine him using, and the anxiety of his heart all speak to mine.

Yet, he has a moment of clarity, the heart of a believer, and a willing soul seeking faith…NEVERTHELESS

Nevertheless is defined as despite a situation.

Nevertheless is a beautiful representation of a living faith.

I came across this Website as I was searching for some information on Photography and Scrapbooking.

I came across this post , and it captured my thoughts.

I wanted a Soul Word. It’s Almost June of 2011 and I had an intense need to connect to a Word! I wanted the direction and loyalty to use the second half of this year living the value found in a soul word.

And then I heard this verse…and Nevertheless Captured me!

Over the first part of the year, this word was in my heart, and I didn’t even know it.

My husband lost his job, Nevertheless Lord, we trust you to provide.

My Department had a complete re-organization; Nevertheless Lord, I trust your plan.

Our plan to adopt a little boy from Ukraine was ripped out of our dreams when he was adopted by another couple, Nevertheless Lord, we will keep our hearts open for other opportunities to grow our family.

My plans to lose weight have been put on the back burner due to sickness, self sabotage, and emotional and hormonal warfare, Nevertheless Lord , I know if I put my faith in you , you will help me to be healthy and care for my Physical Self.

As the year proceeds, I know that I will always have choices on how I respond to what is put in my path; Nevertheless, I will follow my Lord, because like Peter I am beloved by my Creator.

With much excitement! I have a Soul Word for the rest of this year! NEVERTHELESS

It’s a Love Thing – Genesis

There are 21 Accounts of the word Love in Genesis – Sound Like a Great Place to Start!

Small Town Sports Celebrated with Big Time Fans - Northern California Trip Labor Day 2011

Sunday In Ceres - Labor Day 2011

Sunday Morning Spent Praising Jesus and Decisions to follow his word. James requesting to be Baptized. Lunch with my Family, Boys being Boys!!

Grandma's Roses - Northern California Labor Day Trip 2011

Garden Of Gold

I walk through the garden,
On this warm summer’s day,
To smell the flowers,
That grandma raised.

In the middle,
Of this garden of gold,
Stood this one,
Single red stem rose,
The rose means so many things,
From the ones you receive on your wedding day,
To the one you get on Valentine’s Day,
But this single rose standing here today,
Represents the love grandma gave.

From the love she gave,
When she planted it that day,
To the love she gave us,
Each and every day,
So when you pass this garden of gold,
Remember the love that this rose holds.

Source: Garden Of Gold, Garden Poem http://www.familyfriendpoems.com/poem/garden-of-gold#ixzz1XEg3o4tN
Family Friend Poems

Grandma and my Mom, stopping for smiles
around the roses!

My Mom and her Sweet Niece Janie Marie!

Traveling to Northern California - Labor Day 2011

My Mom and I have Brighton Charm Bracelets.
We now have matching plane charms.

Flying on Southwest!!!
At this point my mom was questioning if cameras were
part of the "electronics" that were not allowed during
take off...hmmmm...we didnt crash..I guess not.