PEACE

While listening to the radio the other day, a topic came up that intruigued me and made me want to blog...

What's your definition of 'PEACE'? Many people would say "it's the opposite of war...or a lack of conflict". I want to challenge you to look at it through "spiritual eyes" and see how Jesus talked of it.

John 14:27 says: 27Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

I believe His definition of peace would be something more like this: a steadiness of mind and heart, a resolve of spirit amidst conflict, trial, and temptation.

Many a beauty queen, Sunday school room, pastor, etc has wished for world peace. Frankly, I don't see that happening while the Lord tarries, but we can have His peace that passes all understanding even now, today!, accompanied by the presence of the Holy Spirit, when we put our faith in Him.


Anyway, I found that interesting... :-)

Titus 2:1-5

1But as for you, speak the things which are proper for sound doctrine: 2that the older men be sober, reverent, temperate, sound in faith, in love, in patience; 3the older women likewise, that they be reverent in behavior, not slanderers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things—4that they admonish the young women to love their husbands, to love their children, 5to be discreet, chaste, homemakers, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be blasphemed.

Happy Birthday Big-E!

Happy Birthday to my 7 yr. old guy! You are so special and such a blessing sweetheart! We love you VERY VERY much! Hope your day is special.

Legislation

Ever wonder where you can find out what's all being discussed on Capitol Hill? My husband came across this site recently as is finding it helpful for political information. It is rather disturbing to see the enormous amount of legislation that our Congress-people are supposed to be voting on, but at least there is somewhere to find out what it is all about. I hope you find it helpful.


it is - http://www.opencongress.org (or click on the link above if it works)

Are you ready to DO something about it?

Pause the player down below and watch this... then it's up to you to go to www.youtube.com to watch the other clips. It is one of those things that is just plain worth it. I have talked with a lot of people, it seems, who feel like they are just waiting for someone to shout "Tea Party!" (Boston...that is). It is almost as if we are on the brink of a mixture between the Revolutionary and Civil Wars; Revolutionary because we are convinced our government is corrupt and leading us astray and we are ready to rid ourselves of its control and Civil because it seems we are so distinctly divided Left & Right on which way to go: conservative or liberal, that I fear we will pack up to our own sides of this country and not coexist anylonger. At least this clip gives an idea of a way to foster hope in these wearying times... the only TRUE hope of course is found in Scripture. And we all know from Scripture how this will all end...but in the meantime it sure is refreshing to hear Americans talking like Mr. Beck below.

When the goin' gets tough....

...the tough get READY. No one needs to be reminded that "things" are getting tighter, tougher, and a little uncertain economically and politically. I DO think it's important to remember though that we can be as prepared as possible in the midst of these things. There are a lot of very useful online resources (as well as at the library) to help with this. I will include some of my favorites at the end of this post. Here at home we are making a kind of check list to help ourselves feel more prepared for whatever turn this country is making. Take a look at it and let it encourage you to begin one with our family's needs, talents, and priorities in consideration.

-Make a larger, more productive garden this year. (and be prepared to freeze and can what we get).
-Stock up on the basics (bread-making materials, dry goods, etc).
-Revisit the old financial budget and make as many adjustments as possible allowing for vast cut-backs where possible. (starting a budget if you don't already have one is darn near mandatory).
-reducing any and all debt (eliminating it is best!).
-learning skills you might need in the near future (fishing, sewing, gardening, canning, home remedies, etc.).
-keep an eye on local and federal political climates - and respond accordingly. This government IS movable by the people. (for better or worse)

Here are some of my favorite websites on all these topics:

Frugal/Homemade cooking and shopping:
http://www.hillbillyhousewife.com/index.htm

http://www.menus4moms.com/frugal/meals_for_hard_times_2.php

http://oldfashionedcooking.com/

Outdoorsmen resourses:

http://www.pearloutdoors.com/

http://www.urbanexod.us/discuss/index.php?PHPSESSID=l4hr6lm5gh2imdkhq1bni6oo07

Natural Health/ Healing:

http://www.bulkherbstore.com/

http://www.welltellme.com/discuss/

http://www.morethanalive.com/Beeyoutiful?gclid=CNOklPyCnpkCFSEgDQodA0hcDg

conservative, good speech

This is worth watching. Pause the player below and enjoy. The rest of them are available on either Huc Pac website or youtube.