An earry lesson

Does Anybody Hear Me?

Listening. There are so many people talking, but so few people are listening. How did you feel the last time someone really listened to you? When was it? Can you even remember? Listening takes time which so few of us have. A willing heart to understand how someone feels. A minute for a hug, or a second for a smile are becoming more and more valuable. We are more lonely because we do not take the time to really listen to someone. Listening fosters acceptance, and being valued. We too often are proclaiming how important we are, instead of listening for how important someone else has become.

Good listening is about them, not about us. Listening is loving and loving is listening. How many good ideas have we missed, or relationships have we lost because of not listening? We are so alone yet so busy. Those who do not listen will have an empty heart, and an empty life.

You listened to me. It made me feel alive again. Thank you.

A New Identity

God created us for His pleasure and delight. We are loved perfectly by being just who we are, just because we were created by God. The greatest accomplishment that we achieve will come from choosing to have a relationship with Jesus Christ. All our other accomplishments are good but are paled by our decision to choose Christ as our Savior. God loves us each one, as the only creation that He ever made. Each one of us are regarded as infinitely precious and valuable. We as individuals are the apple of God's eye. Only God can love each one of us this perfectly and intensely. His eye is always upon us and His heart is always captured for the love of each one of us. Each one of us is uniquely cherished, treasured, and passionately loved as a priceless creation.

We have been created to fulfil our particular purpose. This purpose is no greater or less than others in the eyes of God. We so often view our importance and significance as judged by our fellow man rather than by God. How we fulfill the purpose that God has for us is the only one that will have eternal significance. If we could only ponder more often on how God views us rather than our how man views us. God' s purpose is to build His kingdom and to be with us forever. Thank you God.

Prayer before action is the beginning of wisdom. Prayer builds a foundation for wise actions and brings us closer to an ever listening and ever loving Father who controls the universe. Stay close to your Father and He will guide you safely through the morass of dangerous distractions and temptations. He wants to give you His wisdom every time you ask Him. Take a moment to tell God that you love Him during your day. Why not have a little more love to help you?

Our Dad

Magnificent. Unbelievable. Fantastic. Holy. Incredible. Awesome. Faithful. Steadfast. Unchanging. Tender. Gentle. Creator. Wise. All Knowing. Loving. Passionate. Generous. Caring. Truthful. Sacrificing. Omnipotent. Inscrutable. Kind. Mighty. Victorious. Glorious. Eternal. Beautiful. Amazing. Priceless. Merciful. Gratious. Adored.

What names can you think for Him?

For Someone You Love

Someone like you does not come around often.

Your insight and compassion are a fresh breath of air. Your gentle face and tender touch give me strength to get up another day. I'd love to hear your voice, which encourages and inspires me. Your thoughts challenge me to view my problems in a different mind.

Your love has captured me and shaken my world. No one has ever loved me like this before. How could I ever believe that someone as wonderful as you could come into my life. I want to love you back as you have loved me. Your love has shown me that there is much more to life than I have ever dreamed of before.

My heart is open and longing for more of who you are.

M Carr

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