Psalm 1:3 "He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers."
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Paper: Blushing Bride, Poppy Parade, Whisper White, Wild Wasabi, Just Add Cake DSP
Accessories: Scallop Border Punch, Decorative Label Punch, Oval Punch, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch, Square Lattice EF, Poppy Parade Stitched Poly Ribbon, Red Corduroy Button (retired), Espresso Bakers Twine
Sketch Challenge: Card Postioning Systems #249
Sketch Challenge: Card Postioning Systems #249
I joined an online Bible study with Wendy Pope. It is a year long study of the Psalms. We study one Psalm every week. Each day you are to read the Psalm aloud (the hardest part!) and pray for understanding and application. On Mondays she has a short video teaching. On Tuesdays and Thursdays she provides study questions. I figured it was a nice slow study that won't overwhelm me, so I signed up for the emails.
After re-reading Psalm 1 a few times, I had a desire to create a card that represents something from the passage. This is the card I made. I love the word picture of a beautiful, healthy tree filled with glorious green leaves. And when we "delight" in God's Word by making it a part of our everyday life, (when we walk and when we stand and when we sit) then we too will thrive. Rooted and water by our faithful God.
I love the notes in my Life Application Bible concerning verse 3... "When Scripture says, "Whatever he does prospers," it does not mean immunity from failure or difficulties. Nor is it a guarantee of health, wealth, and happiness. What the Bible means by prosperity is this: when we apply God's wisdom, the fruit (results or by-products) we bear will be good and receive God's approval. Just as a tree soaks up water and bears luscious fruit, we also are to soak up God's Word, producing actions and attitudes that honor God. To achieve anything worthwhile, we must have God's Word in our hearts."
I love the notes in my Life Application Bible concerning verse 3... "When Scripture says, "Whatever he does prospers," it does not mean immunity from failure or difficulties. Nor is it a guarantee of health, wealth, and happiness. What the Bible means by prosperity is this: when we apply God's wisdom, the fruit (results or by-products) we bear will be good and receive God's approval. Just as a tree soaks up water and bears luscious fruit, we also are to soak up God's Word, producing actions and attitudes that honor God. To achieve anything worthwhile, we must have God's Word in our hearts."
I've been having a little "spiritual battle" within myself about stamping and being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator. I don't want my "hobby" to be a burden to our family, monetarily and/or time-wise. But God is so good to me. He showed me this week how important He thinks creativity is. After all, he is the most creative being I know! And he gets pleasure out of creating. In Genesis, after God created the world, it says, "And God saw that it was good." God knows what it feels like to look at something you have made and smile. Just because it makes you happy. Isn't that why He created us? To give Him pleasure? So why do I constantly feel guilty for taking time to be creative? Because the world looks at "crafting" as a silly money/time waster. A diversion from the really "important" things. But if God has given me this gift of creativity, shouldn't I use it? What is wrong with doing something you really enjoy? So I've decided to incorporate my creativity with my Bible study of the Psalms. Not sure if I will accomplish this each week, but when I am inspired, I will not stop myself from creating.
And I plan on being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator until Jesus comes back. Or at least as long as the Lord lets me. :)
If you are interested in finding out more about my local clubs and classes or my February Prize Spectacular, check out this post: New Stampin' News
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And I plan on being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator until Jesus comes back. Or at least as long as the Lord lets me. :)
If you are interested in finding out more about my local clubs and classes or my February Prize Spectacular, check out this post: New Stampin' News
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Happy Stamping!
