I can do everything through Him who gives me strength! --Philippians 4:13
Wow! What a great night we had last night. The above is our memory verse for the next two weeks. I have put our Bible Reading below too! Remember to take time to "Meditate" as you go through your day!
Thursday, 12/3 Psalm 19:14
Meditate on desiring to meditate. Meditate on Whom you are talking to - your Rock and your Redeemer!
Friday, 12/4 Psalm 139:1-18
Meditate on verse 14 - praising Him and truly receiving deep in your soul that you are a precious work of God.
Saturday, 12/5 Psalm 1:1-3
Meditate on wanting to be a Christian that people want to be like. This Psalm shows us the benefit of meditating - we prosper.
Sunday, 12/6 Psalm 104:33-35
On this Sunday, celebrate God by meditating on the joy you feel when you are in His house. Meditate on praying for the lost and asking God how He can use you to reach them.
Monday, 12/7 Psalm 73:21-26
Meditate on what you are like when you are not walking closely with God (vs. 21-22) Then meditate on the amazing truth that God is always with you!! (vs. 23-26)
Tuesday, 12/8 Psalm 139:23-24
Meditate on coming clean before God. What is bothering you? What do you need to confess to God? Allow yourself to be completely honest with Him and then just listen...just listen.
Wednesday, 12/9 Psalm 143:5-6
Meditate on what God has already done for you in your life. Think about how He has already been there for you. Open your hands upward and receive His strength in your soul.
Thursday, 12/10 Psalm 119:105-112
Meditate on how amazing the Bible - God's Word - is.
Friday, 12/11 Psalm 119:41-48
Meditate on God's unfailing love and the fact that you have salvation!! Out of gratitude, we want to follow His laws and precepts.
Saturday, 12/12 Psalm 119:73-80
Look again at vs. 78. Meditate on God's justice. We need to focus on living the way God wants us to - and let Him handle justice for those who will not follow Him.
Sunday, 12/13 Joshua 1:7-9
Look at how important God thinks His Word is through the words He speaks to His leader, Joshua. Meditate on the power of the words in the Bible and asking God to let them transform you.
Monday, 12/14 Psalm 4
Meditate about allowing speaking to God to replace speaking to others in anger.
Tuesday, 12/15 John 14:27
Meditate on this peace that Jesus wants to give you. Make room in your spirit and soul to receive this peace by meditating on Him.
Wednesday, 12/16 Philippians 4:8
This is a great list of things to meditate on. Nothing on this list would lead to stressful thinking!
See you tonight at GEMS!!
Love y'all!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
A "special" Advent Calendar.....
Hey Fellow GEMS!
Lisa sent me a note today and had a suggestion for an Advent Calendar. I have seen many different styles, but I like the idea of this one that Lisa designed. She went back to the prophesy of Isaiah and Malachi and started with the prediction of John and Jesus. You could use it in different ways:
* make a copy for each child, cut up the days and make your own calendar
* use the sheet or readings as a daily family devotional
* use the devotional as a dinner time conversation
We will explain a little more tomorrow night. I haven't decided how we are going to use it, but we are going to in some way.
I haven't been able to attach the document link and so I will do some research and see what I can do. Hopefully I will have it solved by tomorrow.
Have a great evening and I will see you tomorrow night!
Love y'all!
Cheri Lynn
Lisa sent me a note today and had a suggestion for an Advent Calendar. I have seen many different styles, but I like the idea of this one that Lisa designed. She went back to the prophesy of Isaiah and Malachi and started with the prediction of John and Jesus. You could use it in different ways:
* make a copy for each child, cut up the days and make your own calendar
* use the sheet or readings as a daily family devotional
* use the devotional as a dinner time conversation
We will explain a little more tomorrow night. I haven't decided how we are going to use it, but we are going to in some way.
I haven't been able to attach the document link and so I will do some research and see what I can do. Hopefully I will have it solved by tomorrow.
Have a great evening and I will see you tomorrow night!
Love y'all!
Cheri Lynn
Monday, November 23, 2009
Drinking from my Saucer!
May you be blessed:
DRINKING FROM MY SAUCER
I've never made a fortune
And its probably to late now,
But I don't worry about that much
I'm happy anyhow.
And as I go along life's way
I'm reaping better than I sow.
I'm drinking from my saucer
'Cause my cup has overflowed!
Haven't got a lot of riches
And sometimes the going's tough,
But I've got loving ones around me
And that makes me rich enough.
I thank God for His blessings
And the mercies He's bestowed.
I'm drinking from my saucer
'Cause my cup has overflowed!
Oh, I remember times when things went wrong
And my faith wore somewhat thin.
But all at once the dark clouds broke
And sun peeped through again.
So Lord, help me not to gripe
About the tough rows that I've hoed.
I'm drinking from my saucer
'Cause my cup has overflowed!
If God gives me strength and courage
When the way grows steep and rough,
I'll not ask for other blessings
I'm already blessed enough.
And may I never be too busy
To help others bear their loads,
Them I'll keep drinking from my saucer
'Cause my cup has overflowed!
From a song written by: Michael Combs
DRINKING FROM MY SAUCER
I've never made a fortune
And its probably to late now,
But I don't worry about that much
I'm happy anyhow.
And as I go along life's way
I'm reaping better than I sow.
I'm drinking from my saucer
'Cause my cup has overflowed!
Haven't got a lot of riches
And sometimes the going's tough,
But I've got loving ones around me
And that makes me rich enough.
I thank God for His blessings
And the mercies He's bestowed.
I'm drinking from my saucer
'Cause my cup has overflowed!
Oh, I remember times when things went wrong
And my faith wore somewhat thin.
But all at once the dark clouds broke
And sun peeped through again.
So Lord, help me not to gripe
About the tough rows that I've hoed.
I'm drinking from my saucer
'Cause my cup has overflowed!
If God gives me strength and courage
When the way grows steep and rough,
I'll not ask for other blessings
I'm already blessed enough.
And may I never be too busy
To help others bear their loads,
Them I'll keep drinking from my saucer
'Cause my cup has overflowed!
From a song written by: Michael Combs
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Bible Readings for 11/19 - 12/2/09
Hey Beautiful GEMS!
Here are the Bible passages Lisa gave us last night. For your reading pleasure and spiritual growth....
Thursday, 11/19 Colossians 3:15-17
Several keys to strong Christian living are outlined here: Peace, be thankful, let the WORD dwell in your heart! (remind you of our memory verse?)
Friday, 11/20 Colossians 1:9-14
Vs. 12 - Did you know that as a follower of God, you are a saint? That doesn't mean you're perfect - it means you are saved and set apart to live according to God's ways. That should make you walk taller today - you are a saint of God!
Saturday, 11/21 Colossians 2:6-7
The more you "live in Christ" - the more you think about Him and His ways, the less time you have to make bad choices that lead you away from the strength He wants to give you.
Sunday, 11/22 Psalm 100
We are HIS! That is a really awesome way to live life. We're strong and joyful because God knows us and cares what happens in our lives! That's something to be thankful for!
Monday, 11/23 Psalm 116
This psalm is FULL of amazing characteristics about God - He listens, He helps, He saves, He protects...on and on! Vs 17 tells us that because He is so great - we stop in our day and offer up our thanks to Him.
Tuesday, 11/24 Jonah 2:1-10
In the famous story of Jonah (if you do not know it yet, read the whole book of Jonah) Jonah is in the belly of the whale. Look at the end of vs. 6 - can you relate to God bringing you out of the pit? Be thankful that He's calling you to "what's next" in your life!
Wednesday, 11/25 Romans 1:18-32
This is an interesting look at what the lives of people who do not love God and follow Him look like. Don't be fooled by thinking God doesn't know what's going on. They are not thankful to God - and He lets them live in their misery.
Thursday, 11/26 2 Corinthians 4:13-18 Happy Thanksgiving!
Today as you are with your families, think about these words, "I believed; therefore, I have spoken." Look for opportunities today to influence your family for Christ - to show them what He means in your life.
Friday, 11/27 Ephesians 5:15-20
Choosing to live in God-honoring ways leaves room in our lives for us to be joyful and "make music in your heart" - you literally feel like thanking God because you are feeling good about life.
Saturday, 11/28 Philippians 4:4-8
Get your focus off of yourself and your problems. Spend some time praying and laying it out to God - and start by focusing on good things. Talk to God about how amazing He is, how you are curious about Him...get focused on Him first - then lay your problems on Him.
Sunday, 11/29 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Short and sweet. These are some keys to Christian living!
Monday, 11/30 1 Timothy 2:1-6
This is a good reminder to pray for others - especially the leaders of our country. Offer thanks for the good things they do - pray for God to lead them when they fall short.
Tuesday, 12/1 Psalm 106:1-6
These verses remind me of how big God is. He is good - and He deserves our thanks for all that He is and that He counts us in His "inheritance".
Wednesday, 12/2 Psalm 136 GEMS tonight!!!!
Give thanks to the Lord - for He is good. This Psalm lets us remember that God is the creator of everything! And He still cares about each of us. That's amazing and worthy of our thanks! See you tonight!!!
Enjoy the next two weeks as you read, pray and thank God for His love, His care, and His grace!!! God is good all the time - All the time God is good!!!
Love y'all!
Cheri Lynn
Here are the Bible passages Lisa gave us last night. For your reading pleasure and spiritual growth....
Thursday, 11/19 Colossians 3:15-17
Several keys to strong Christian living are outlined here: Peace, be thankful, let the WORD dwell in your heart! (remind you of our memory verse?)
Friday, 11/20 Colossians 1:9-14
Vs. 12 - Did you know that as a follower of God, you are a saint? That doesn't mean you're perfect - it means you are saved and set apart to live according to God's ways. That should make you walk taller today - you are a saint of God!
Saturday, 11/21 Colossians 2:6-7
The more you "live in Christ" - the more you think about Him and His ways, the less time you have to make bad choices that lead you away from the strength He wants to give you.
Sunday, 11/22 Psalm 100
We are HIS! That is a really awesome way to live life. We're strong and joyful because God knows us and cares what happens in our lives! That's something to be thankful for!
Monday, 11/23 Psalm 116
This psalm is FULL of amazing characteristics about God - He listens, He helps, He saves, He protects...on and on! Vs 17 tells us that because He is so great - we stop in our day and offer up our thanks to Him.
Tuesday, 11/24 Jonah 2:1-10
In the famous story of Jonah (if you do not know it yet, read the whole book of Jonah) Jonah is in the belly of the whale. Look at the end of vs. 6 - can you relate to God bringing you out of the pit? Be thankful that He's calling you to "what's next" in your life!
Wednesday, 11/25 Romans 1:18-32
This is an interesting look at what the lives of people who do not love God and follow Him look like. Don't be fooled by thinking God doesn't know what's going on. They are not thankful to God - and He lets them live in their misery.
Thursday, 11/26 2 Corinthians 4:13-18 Happy Thanksgiving!
Today as you are with your families, think about these words, "I believed; therefore, I have spoken." Look for opportunities today to influence your family for Christ - to show them what He means in your life.
Friday, 11/27 Ephesians 5:15-20
Choosing to live in God-honoring ways leaves room in our lives for us to be joyful and "make music in your heart" - you literally feel like thanking God because you are feeling good about life.
Saturday, 11/28 Philippians 4:4-8
Get your focus off of yourself and your problems. Spend some time praying and laying it out to God - and start by focusing on good things. Talk to God about how amazing He is, how you are curious about Him...get focused on Him first - then lay your problems on Him.
Sunday, 11/29 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Short and sweet. These are some keys to Christian living!
Monday, 11/30 1 Timothy 2:1-6
This is a good reminder to pray for others - especially the leaders of our country. Offer thanks for the good things they do - pray for God to lead them when they fall short.
Tuesday, 12/1 Psalm 106:1-6
These verses remind me of how big God is. He is good - and He deserves our thanks for all that He is and that He counts us in His "inheritance".
Wednesday, 12/2 Psalm 136 GEMS tonight!!!!
Give thanks to the Lord - for He is good. This Psalm lets us remember that God is the creator of everything! And He still cares about each of us. That's amazing and worthy of our thanks! See you tonight!!!
Enjoy the next two weeks as you read, pray and thank God for His love, His care, and His grace!!! God is good all the time - All the time God is good!!!
Love y'all!
Cheri Lynn
Psalm 119:11
"I have hidden Your Word in my heart that I might not sin against You." -Psalm 119:11
Hey Fellow Gems:
What a great night of Fellowship and Thanksgiving we enjoyed last evening. We learned more about each other and even some fun stuff of our Leadership Team. :o)
As Lisa stated in her email, we are going to start memorizing scripture as a group. The verse above is our first one! Let's ALL do this and keep His Word in our hearts and available at all times! We may not always have our Bibles, but we can ALWAYS have His Word in our hearts!
Lisa also shared a video with us last night and I have provided the link for that. Enjoy!
http://www.vimeo.com/1371841?pg=embed&sec=1371841
I will post the scripture reading soon. Everybody take care and know that we are special in His sight and that we are loved!
Have a great Thanksgiving!!
Love and prayers,
Cheri Lynn
Hey Fellow Gems:
What a great night of Fellowship and Thanksgiving we enjoyed last evening. We learned more about each other and even some fun stuff of our Leadership Team. :o)
As Lisa stated in her email, we are going to start memorizing scripture as a group. The verse above is our first one! Let's ALL do this and keep His Word in our hearts and available at all times! We may not always have our Bibles, but we can ALWAYS have His Word in our hearts!
Lisa also shared a video with us last night and I have provided the link for that. Enjoy!
http://www.vimeo.com/1371841?pg=embed&sec=1371841
I will post the scripture reading soon. Everybody take care and know that we are special in His sight and that we are loved!
Have a great Thanksgiving!!
Love and prayers,
Cheri Lynn
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
There is a need .....
Good evening all you beautiful GEMS!
I received a note from Angela and she has a real need that possibly we can help fulfill. She has opened her home to a friend that is 6 months pregnant. They are in desperate need of a twin size bed! Presently the young lady is sleeping on a full size blow-up mattress in the guest room. The room is small and quickly filling up with items that have been obtained for the arrival of the "little one". A twin bed would be a good fit!
Does someone have a twin bed to give away? Please contact me (Cheri Lynn) with questions or any information.
I hope everyone is having a great week! Are you enjoying the Bible Study devotionals? I really have enjoyed reading them and knowing that everyone is reading the same thing sometime during the day!
God Bless! I love y'all!
Cheri Lynn
I received a note from Angela and she has a real need that possibly we can help fulfill. She has opened her home to a friend that is 6 months pregnant. They are in desperate need of a twin size bed! Presently the young lady is sleeping on a full size blow-up mattress in the guest room. The room is small and quickly filling up with items that have been obtained for the arrival of the "little one". A twin bed would be a good fit!
Does someone have a twin bed to give away? Please contact me (Cheri Lynn) with questions or any information.
I hope everyone is having a great week! Are you enjoying the Bible Study devotionals? I really have enjoyed reading them and knowing that everyone is reading the same thing sometime during the day!
God Bless! I love y'all!
Cheri Lynn
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
******* GEMS - September 9th - Kick-off!!!!!! *******
It's here!!! We're back!!!!! Wednesday night - 9/9/09!!!!! Yeah!
I can't wait to see everyone and see how God has been working in all of our lives! Wow! What a summer! We have had ups and downs, good times and bad times, sunshine and rain, laughter and tears, but always rejoicing as Women of the King - GEMS!!!!!
I hope to see everyone tomorrow night and get re-acquainted and caught up with everyone! I did receive a request for help today from Lisa. A family in our community lost their home and nearly everything to fire and they are trying to rebuild their lives. They need everything and so I have put the information below about sizes for clothes and some events that are happening next week. Most of all, I ask that you remember the Navarro family in your prayers!
The Navarro family has received a house to live in for the next six months - free of rent or mortgage. They need furniture as well as clothes and stuff. Their sizes are as follows:
Adult male: shirt - L, pants - 34w x 30l, and shoes - 9.5
Adult female: size 0, tops - S or XS, and shoes 7.5 medium
Child #1 - male: shirt - S juniors, pants - 30w x 32l; and shoes - 11
Child #2 - male: shirt - M juniors, pants - 29w x 30l, and shoes - 6
Child #3 - female: size 3 juniors, and shoes - 6.5 to 7
Child #4 - female: size 14 - 16, and shoes - 7
Child #5 - male: size 10 and shoes - 3
Child #6 - female: size 5T and shoes - children's 11
If you have furniture or clothes to give, please contact Christine at: cmdoman@ilstu.edu or Alauna at: asakins@ilstu.edu.
We will announce more tomorrow night, but this is the info we have to pass along.
See y'all tomorrow night!
Love y'all!
Cheri Lynn
I can't wait to see everyone and see how God has been working in all of our lives! Wow! What a summer! We have had ups and downs, good times and bad times, sunshine and rain, laughter and tears, but always rejoicing as Women of the King - GEMS!!!!!
I hope to see everyone tomorrow night and get re-acquainted and caught up with everyone! I did receive a request for help today from Lisa. A family in our community lost their home and nearly everything to fire and they are trying to rebuild their lives. They need everything and so I have put the information below about sizes for clothes and some events that are happening next week. Most of all, I ask that you remember the Navarro family in your prayers!
The Navarro family has received a house to live in for the next six months - free of rent or mortgage. They need furniture as well as clothes and stuff. Their sizes are as follows:
Adult male: shirt - L, pants - 34w x 30l, and shoes - 9.5
Adult female: size 0, tops - S or XS, and shoes 7.5 medium
Child #1 - male: shirt - S juniors, pants - 30w x 32l; and shoes - 11
Child #2 - male: shirt - M juniors, pants - 29w x 30l, and shoes - 6
Child #3 - female: size 3 juniors, and shoes - 6.5 to 7
Child #4 - female: size 14 - 16, and shoes - 7
Child #5 - male: size 10 and shoes - 3
Child #6 - female: size 5T and shoes - children's 11
If you have furniture or clothes to give, please contact Christine at: cmdoman@ilstu.edu or Alauna at: asakins@ilstu.edu.
We will announce more tomorrow night, but this is the info we have to pass along.
See y'all tomorrow night!
Love y'all!
Cheri Lynn
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