There are days when I want to open my door and ask strangers to come in and take my stuff (however, that was not an invitation <smile>). We don’t need many of the things we have in our house. We might like them, but we don't need them; and, after several Christmases, birthdays, plus all the things we both owned when we got married, we are swimming in a sea of clutter. We have plenty of books, media, and, thanks to my husband's computer skills, we also have old computer parts lying around. Early on in our marriage, gifts seemed so important to me. I'm not talking about the random … [Read more...]
Gentleness
"Gentleness (meekness) is strength under control." This quote came from the book The Excellent Wife by Martha Peace, and I strongly recommend it for you ladies. Eric loves this book too… though, he's never read it; however, he loves the effect it's had on me… and, in turn, our relationship! One huge issue in the church, especially the American church, is the issue of wives submitting to their husbands. Submission is a four letter word for a lot of ladies. And this is not surprising for in Genesis 3:16, after Adam and Eve had fallen into sin, it says, "To the woman He said, ‘I will greatly … [Read more...]
Only What’s Done for Christ Will Last
Earlier today, I heard a statement about Pontius Pilate that really made me think. For as powerful as he was and for all that he did in his life, all he's typically remembered for today is that he allowed Christ to be put to death when he believed that Jesus was not guilty. As we look at our own lives, we may think we'll be remembered for being a good student, a good friend, or perhaps a model parent; but truth be told, when it comes to the end of your life – and, more importantly, for eternity – what you do for Christ is all that will last. You may be remembered for a generation or three for … [Read more...]
Guard Against Discontentment
Early in a relationship, there is often very little discontentment. That “in love” feeling can get us through horrible work days, killer tests, financial woes, and even the flu. Regardless of our trials, we mentally focus on that flutter of excitement and suddenly all is right with the world. This feeling is not wrong; however, it just does not last. It's not that love gets boring after the initial butterflies leave; rather, love matures, deepens, and takes on new forms. Before I got married, my mom told me that the way I feel about Eric would change, but it would be a deepening of love. Eric … [Read more...]
“I Want to be your Helpmate, not your Helpweight!”
Yesterday, I was talking to my husband about some decisions we need to make. My concern was that I was allowing my fears to hinder Eric from following the path Christ would have for us. I leaned over to him and said, "I want to be your helpmate, not your helpweight!" After I said it, I laughed hysterically at how silly it sounded; but, after thinking it through, I wondered how many times I've acted more as a weight for him to carry than as a suitable helper propelling him forward in his calling. When I was single, I remember asking the Lord for a husband that knew his calling and would not … [Read more...]
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