The Blessing of Being a Daughter

There is one thing that all girls have in common. We all come from different backgrounds and live in different situations, but we have one unalterable bond. We are all daughters. We are daughters not only to our earthly parents, but more importantly we are daughters of our Heavenly Father. Being a daughter is not a commonplace or ordinary thing, it is special and it is a blessing.

 Daughters have the ability to bring beauty, joy, and stability to their homes. “Let our sons in their youth be as grown up plants, and our daughters as corner pillars fashioned as for a palace.” (Psalm 144:12 NASB) One definition of a corner stone (or corner pillar according to my translation) is “something that is essential, indispensable, or basic.” How cool is that! However, the Lord does not just call daughters cornerstones or corner pillars but “corner pillars fashioned as for a palace”. He clearly desires daughters to bring not only stability but also honorable beauty to their families. As each family is different, each daughter’s role in her family will be different. In my family I have been called to be a “Stay at Home Daughter”. I have three brothers and have the privilege of being my parents’ only daughter. As an only daughter in a male dominated household there is a lot around our home that keeps me busy. I have ventured out and tried the “go to school, get a degree, and then work in the world”, but have found that God has not called me to that. He has given me unspeakable joy and pleasure in being an irreplaceable foundation piece in my family. As I said before, each family is different and each daughter’s role will be different. I challenge you to ask the Lord what He would have your role be in your family. He will be faithful, and He will answer you.

 You are not only a daughter and sister to your earthly family but you are also an indispensable part of the Family of God. Each member is as important as all the others, but each has a different role. I would encourage you to read I Corinthians 12 as it clearly states the diversity of the Body of Christ. Once again, I would urge you to ask the Lord what your role is in the Family of God. He has blessed you with talents that are unique to you, and He wishes you to use them for His glory. I have been blessed with a love of children and domestic work, so I find great joy in serving young mothers by helping them with their little ones and cleaning their homes. What talents has the Lord blessed you with? How can you use them to further His Kingdom? “The King will answer and say to them, ‘Truly I say to you, to the extent that you did it to one of these brothers of Mine, even the least of them, you did it to Me.’ (Matthew 25:40 NASB)

Dear sisters, being a daughter is one of the best things that could have happened to you! Don’t take the role lightly. Be encouraged, He has a purpose and a plan for you. He has created you to be a beautiful pillar that is fit for His palace; an irreplaceable support. You are needed beyond what you can comprehend. Daughters are blessings, so go forth and bless your families.

 

“A son is a son till he takes a wife; a daughter is a daughter all her life.”

~Irish Saying

“If you would have a good wife, marry one who has been a good daughter.”

~Thomas Fuller

Blessings,

Miss Morgan

In the Valleys and Surrounded by Mist

The Christian walk is full of hilltops and valleys. The hilltop experiences are what we feel should always be. Due to the clear views, the absolute reassurance of our Living Hope, and the joy of comfortable circumstances we think that THIS is what life is meant to be like. However, in order to follow our Shepherd, we are required to descend the hilltops and enter the valleys. The valleys are often damp, uncomfortable, misty places. It is hard to see a clear view of anything, and more often than not we lose sight of our guide, the Shepherd Himself. It is easy to forget the surety of the hilltop view in the mire and mist of the lowlands. The Shepherd guides us all the way and He gives two special companions to help us. Sorrow and suffering. Sorrow and Suffering? Why not joy and peace? The answer is a sad but true one. If we were given joy and peace to help us through our life on this earth than we would too easily forget out need for the Shepherd. Sorrow and Suffering literally force us to rely solely on our guide and what He has promised. How often have you turned to the Lord and wanted to know Him more when all was going right in your world? How often were you full of thanksgiving and praise to your Creator when life handed you nothing but roses? I honestly admit that more often than not, when things are easy in my life I too quickly forget my First Love. Our Shepherd knows the fickleness of the human heart and He knows best how to handle it. The valleys are such hard places to be in, but are ultimately the sweetest places to be in. When your strength is gone and your mind is hurling bitterness, resentment, and worry at you, how sweet it is to call to the Shepherd for help. "Shepherd, Shepherd, Shepherd! Where are you?! Please don't leave me!" This should be our heart's cry when we face our darkest moments. He is all too willing to come to us if we but call Him. He loves nothing more than to run to His frightened lamb and scoop it up in His arms and carry it safely through the valley. If you are in a valley, confused by a misty mind, than call for your Shepherd. He will come.

 















Blessings,

Miss Morgan


(Inspiration for this post comes from the book 'Hinds Feet On High Places' by Hannah Hurnard)

Where He leads, I will follow

I will start off first by saying, sorry for such a long absence from my blog. I will be honest and say that I am not one of those people who posts daily on their blog. I don't have the time really. However, I would like to do a couple of meaningful posts per month, which shamefully I haven't done the past month. :(

The purpose of today's post is to tell the story of God's recent leading in my life. Many of my friends and family know of my decision, but most of them don't know the details, and since I don't have time to individually tell everyone the story, I'm just going to post it here.

For those who don't know, I am going to be going to Zimbabwe and South Africa for a month this coming August.What lead to this somewhat spontaneous decision? Well here's the story:

Most of you know that 2 years ago I went for a month to Cambodia with my Pastor's wife to be an encouragement to a missionary that our church supports. It was a completely God-orchestrated event down to the very last detail. I felt called to go, but to be quite honest I wasn't too enthusiastic about going. I was afraid to be leaving my family for the first time for such an extended period of time, not to mention leaving for a third world country. It was a huge growing experience for me, and one that I look back on with thankfulness.

What does Cambodia have to do with Zimbabwe? Well, last week Sunday my Pastor's wife was talking with my parents, so I decided to mosey over and enter the conversation. A couple minutes into the conversation Char (our Pastor's wife, who will be referred to by her name for the rest of the story) mentions that she was feeling called to go to Zimbabwe to visit a life long friend and possibly to South Africa as well. After she mentioned a few more things about her reasons to go, she looked at me and said "Do you want to come?" I kind of laughed thinking she was just teasing, but then she said "No, I'm serious, would you like to come?" I quit laughing and started thinking. I told her that I would prayerfully consider it and let her know. Later the same day, I decided to Facebook message her and ask for some more details, like dates, air fare, etc. I knew that my decision may be decided for me due to those questions. For example, I am doing a friend's hair for her wedding on August 20th, and if Char wanted to leave before then, I would automatically know that it wouldn't work for me to go. 

Upon receiving her reply, I found out that the dates she had in her head wouldn't be an obstacle for me... however, upon hearing air fare costs, I made a double take. It isn't cheap flying all over the world you know. Looking at the figure she sent and my bank account made me feel some trepidation. However, I knew that if God wanted me to go, He would provide, so I didn't count Africa out of my future completely. I did know though that I needed to be really sure that He wanted me to go before I could expect Him to provide for me.

A day or so later, I received another message from Char saying that she would like to book air fare the beginning of the following week to get the best rates possible....so in short, I had a week to make my decision. I have never had to ask for God's direction in such a short time frame before, so it kind of freaked me out a little. The next few days were filled with back and forth thinking, praying, and searching The Word. It is really hard to decipher sometimes if it is "you" or God speaking. Especially when you are "thinking" about something. As I searched the Bible, a common theme seemed to come into play "Trust Me", "Wait for Me", and "Give Me everything". After a while, I realized that money was really the only thing that made me feel hesitant about going. I finally came to realize that my money, isn't really "my" money. It is His money that He has entrusted to me. It was then that I said "Okay God, take it. I will trust that You will somehow provide for me." After much prayer, searching of The Word, and talking it out with my parents, I decided that I needed to go.

So now, 2 days after making the decision to go I am still trusting, and it is starting to sink in that I am actually going to AFRICA!!!

As for what I will be doing in Zimbabwe and South Africa, I really don't know for sure. All I know is that Char is going to be speaking at quite a few conferences  for Pastor's Wives, and that orphanages will be part of our trip as well. I have been told that I will get as much "Baby Time" as I want, so that excites me to no end. One of my dreams has always been to go to Africa and hold those precious orphaned babies and children. There has just always been something in me that is never satisfied with seeing those babies on TV and not be able to go and hold them, kiss them, tell them they are loved, and pray over them. God is making this possible for me, and I am so excited and thankful!!!

I covet your prayers. Please pray for safety, health, finances, and most importantly that we can be a blessing and that this trip will not be for "us" but for "Him".

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge HIM, and He will make your paths straight."
                                                                     Proverbs 3:5-6
May the Lord bless and keep you all,
Miss Morgan

Feelin' Feminine Modest Fashion Week Day 5

Okay, so yeah I know I didn't document day 2 or 4, but life is life and so I'm basically just shooting for 7 days (however they happen to fall). So here's day 5!!

What I'm Wearing:

Top: Pink ruffled boat neck from Talbots (hand-me-down from Mama)

Cardigan: White classic cardigan from Talbots

Skirt: Fun pink gingham skirt made by me :)

Earrings: Precious Pearl cluster earrings (my bridesmaid gift) purchased from "Women at Risk" http://www.warinternational.org/store/

Shoes: None..... :)

And now for some fun, crazy pics :)!!!

Who says you can't jump on a trampoline in a skirt? :)

Blessings,

Miss Morgan

Feelin' Feminine Modest Fashion Week Day 3

Hello All! I wasn't able to do day 2 because it was my brother's wedding yesterday, and there wasn't a spare moment of time to get a picture of what I was wearing, so I'm skipping to day 3 :)

So here is day 3!!

What I'm Wearing:

Top: Orange macrame shirt from Dressbarn

Skirt: Multi fabric paneled skirt I purchased while I was in Cambodia

Shoes: Bronze T-strap flip flops from Payless (I love these shoes!!)

Earrings: Beautiful beaded earrings that a dear friend made for me :)

Feelin' Feminine Modest Fashion Week Day 1

Hello all! I am participating in "Feelin' Feminine's Modest Fashion Week Challenge" http://feelinfeminine.com/?p=8268  that is being hosted by Bramblewood Fashion. http://www.bramblewoodfashion.blogspot.com/ from May 12-19. The purpose of this challenge is to wear only skirts or dresses for a week. There are guidelines such as skirts cannot be above the knee, no sleeveless tops, wearing different hairstyles everyday, etc. but the overall idea is to see what wearing distinctively modest and feminine clothing on a daily basis does for you. Does it make you desperately miss pants, or does it make you carry yourself in a new positive way. Feel free to join me in this challenge if it sounds like fun to you!

Without further ado, here is my outfit for day 1! It is not the dressiest, but today is the day of my brother's rehearsal dinner for his wedding, so I wanted to be more on the casual side for at least half of the day because tonight I am going to be quite dressed up :)

So here's my outfit!

What I'm wearing:

Top: navy blue v-neck from Land's End

Skirt: Made by yours truly from some pretty quilted fabric

Shoes: LOL! This time of year, I don't usually wear shoes around the house :)

Blessings,

Miss Morgan

Something Wonderful

I write this post as my family is exactly 1 week away from my older brother's wedding. Truly it is bittersweet. He will be leaving us to cling to his future wife, and what a wonderful, godly young woman she is! For this we are truly thankful to God. Recently I was watching the movie "The King and I". I really enjoy watching this musical every once and awhile, and one of those times was last night. One of my favorite songs in the movie is "Something Wonderful". This song beautifully portrays the role of a wife to her husband or a daughter to her father. It shows the reality and beautiful depth of being a supporter, encourager, and lover to a man. Ladies, we need to realize that men need support, encouragement, and love. They have a large load to carry on this earth, especially in this present age. They do not need our nagging, belittlement, or disrespect. It is true, that they will fail and they will make bad choices, but through it all we must stand by them. I don't mean we need to agree with their choices or make excuses for their mistakes, but we do need to stand by "them". Remember love is not a feeling, it is an action and a choice. It is a laying down of one's own needs for the needs of others. It is my prayer that my brother and my future sister-in-love will be able to actively choose each other over themselves and choose God over each other.

Many blessings on you Robert and Rebecca!! We are joyfully anticipating your union on Friday, the thirteenth of May.

Blessings to you dear readers,
Miss Morgan

Lovely Giveaway

A dear friend is having a wonderful giveaway. Click the link below to enter for a chance to win some beautiful earrings!

http://god-sdaughter.blogspot.com/2011/05/may-kick-off-giveaway-day-4.html


Blessings,
Miss Morgan

Wonderful Thoughts to Ponder

I was looking through my Bible today and came across a sheet of paper that my Pastor had given out to our congregation quite awhile ago, and was blessed by the words that were written on it.

You are strong...when you take your grief and teach it to smile.


You are brave...when you overcome your fear and help others to do the same.


You are happy...when you see a flower and are thankful for the blessing


You are loving...when your own pain does not blind you to the pain of others.


You are wise...when you know the limits of your wisdom.


You are true...when you admit there are times you fool yourself.


You are alive...when tomorrows' hope means more to you than yesterday's mistake.


You are growing...when you know what you are but not what you will become


You are free...when you are in control of yourself and do not wish to control others.


You are honorable...when you find honor is to honor others.


You are generous...when you can take as sweetly as you can give.


You are humble... when you do not know how humble you are.


You are thoughtful...when you see me just as I am and treat me just as you are.


You are merciful...when you forgive in others the faults you condemn in yourself.


You are beautiful...when you don't need a mirror to tell you.


You are rich...when you never need more than what you have.


You are you... when you are at peace with who you are not.


Blessings,
Miss Morgan

Men: "To Pursue or Not to Pursue?"

Men: "To pursue or not to pursue?"...that is the question. How many of you young ladies have asked or continually ask this question? If you have answered in your head "I have" than GOOD for you!! Asking the question is definitely better than never even thinking of it. Sadly, there are many girls who do not even know that not pursuing is an option. Pursuing seems to be a huge mindset of women these days especially in regards to men. However, just because the culture does it, does not mean it is right. In fact, you can pretty much bet that most anything this culture deems "right" or "worthwhile" is going to be just the opposite of what the Word of God says. We live in an extremely immoral age and society.

However, focusing on the downfall of this world is not the purpose of this post, so I'll get back to the point. How many of you young ladies know a young man whom you admire and would greatly enjoy getting to know better? If you know someone or even if you don't, you may be plagued with the ever present thoughts of "He's so nice. I notice him, does he notice me?" "What if I say this____,(you fill in the blank) will that make him think I'm forward or will he be grateful that I broke the ice so that he didn't have to?" "Would it really be so bad if I just sent him an email or asked to be friends on facebook? I mean, I really think he might like me or feel more open to pursuing me if I just get things going."

Does this sound at all familiar? If you feel shy about answering yes, don't be because I wholeheartedly will say right now that all of those thoughts if not more have gone through my head! It is not wrong to notice a guy and discover that he has traits that you are looking for in a future husband, but it is not worthwhile for you to do the pursuing. Even if your pursuit is as small as saying something like "____ (insert name)you did such a good job with that!" Don't get me wrong, if you are praising and encouraging him sincerely with no thought for your own gain, then by all means go right ahead, but if you’re saying something like that to get his attention on you and how nice and considerate you are, then it needs to be left unsaid. I may seem really nit-picky right now, but all in all anything that seems innocent can easily be turned into something conniving depending on where  the heart is at. GIRLS SHOULD NOT PURSUE GUYS. GUYS SHOULD PURSUE GIRLS. 

Why does it have to be this way? Because God says so. God clearly states in His Word that women are to  submit to their husbands. What makes us think that we can start out a relationship with us women leading it and men following and then when marriage happens all of the sudden switch roles? It just doesn't work that way. If you start a relationship the wrong way, it won't automatically go the right way after you say "I do". Wanting to be the leader and initiator is a very natural tendency in women. Just because it is natural doesn't mean it is God's design. In fact, most of our tendencies are going to be fleshly and not of the Spirit. Battling our flesh and its desires is an ongoing struggle, one that we need to daily contend with.

Now some of you may be thinking “Well Morgan, I want a man to pursue me, but guys just don’t do that anymore. Sure men pursued women in the 1800’s, but what about the 2000’s? Society has changed, are there any men out there who still hold the mindset of being the leader and pursuer?” The answer to that question is a bold YES! It may not seem like there are any men out there who hold fast to God and His way of doing things, and it is true that there aren’t as many as there used to be, but the Lord will provide. If He has created you and filled you with His Word and His design, than He has surely created a “man after God’s own heart” for you. He doesn’t just create women who follow Him you know!  He has given you convictions for a reason. “I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah 29:11 In giving us His Biblical design, He is protecting us from the immorality of this world, and drawing us closer to Him. In fact, I think that living in an immoral culture is a blessing in some ways. I mean, if godly men were in abundance, we would not need to trust God and His timing as we have to in this fallen age.

Ladies, He knows you. He loves you. He will provide what you need at just the right time.

I know it is hard to wait. I know what it feels like to want to pursue a guy. In fact, I will be honest and say outright that I have failed at this. I pursued someone and it was not a wise choice. Thankfully, the Lord stopped things before irreparable damage could be done. He changed my heart. Take it from someone who has tried the method of being a “pursuer”, it is not worth it. It only leaves you longing more for him to pursue you. It doesn’t bring about the relationship you desire, and it really only belittles the young man that you are pursuing. Give men their rightful place ladies. Don’t deny them the privilege of winning your heart. If he is God’s choice for you, God will move in his heart to pursue you. Our Lord has raised the dead to life, so of course He can be trusted to orchestrate our love lives.

Stay strong dear sisters! It will be worth it in the end!

Blessings,

Miss Morgan

Book Giveaway

A fellow blogging friend of mine is having a giveaway for a lovely book called "31 days to clean having a Martha house the Mary way". Here is the link if you would like to read more about it! It sounds absolutely splendid!

http://www.blessedfemina.blogspot.com/

Blessings,

Miss Morgan

Temptation: If we are actively trusting and desiring God, why is it still a problem?

 I was reading from my favorite devotional "Streams in the Desert" today (if you don't have a copy, go and buy one, you won't regret it!) and this was today's entry:

 April 12

“And Jesus being full of the Holy Ghost returned from Jordan, and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, being forty days tempted of the devil” (Luke 4:1-2).

Jesus was full of the Holy Ghost, and yet He was tempted. Temptation often comes upon a man with its strongest power when he is nearest to God. As someone has said,”The devil aims high.” He got one apostle to say he did not even know Christ.

Very few men have such conflicts with the devil as Martin Luther had. Why? Because Martin Luther was going to shake the very kingdom of hell. Oh, what conflicts John Bunyan had!

If a man has much of the Spirit of God, he will have great conflicts with the tempter. God permits temptation because it does for us what the storms do for the oaks–it roots us; and what the fire does for the paintings on the porcelain–it makes them permanent.

You never know that you have a grip on Christ, or that He has a grip on you, as well as when the devil is using all his force to attract you from Him; then you feel the pull of Christ’s right hand. –Selected

Extraordinary afflictions are not always the punishment of extraordinary sins, but sometimes the trial of extraordinary graces. God hath many sharp-cutting instruments, and rough files for the polishing of His jewels; and those He especially loves, and means to make the most resplendent, He hath oftenest His tools upon. –Archbishop Leighton

I bear my willing witness that I owe more to the fire, and the hammer, and the file, than to anything else in my Lord’s workshop. I sometimes question whether I have ever learned anything except through the rod. When my schoolroom is darkened, I see most. –C. H. Spurgeon

This truly spoke to my heart today because lately I have been struggling with being bombarded with impure thoughts. I don't understand why they come. I desire them in no way, and I find no delight in them only shame and fear. I keep asking the Lord to shield me, to guard me, and for His presence to consume me. For awhile I was very discouraged because nothing seemed to change, things were actually getting worse. When I read this entry today though, a light dawned. I realized that it is because I am clinging to my Savior and asking Him for help that the tumult of thoughts is worse. Satan is pulling out stronger ammunition because his other attempts aren't working. Basically, things are going to get worse before they get better. I know as sure as I know my Jesus that no harm will come to me if I cling to His hand. Your prayers dear friends would be appreciated. Being under attack is very hard and wearing. However, I know that "This battle is the Lord's". He will fight for me. Be encouraged if you are facing similar attacks. Cling to the truth. When you find your mental strength wavering, SING! Hymns especially will get your mind and heart in the right place.

If you have need of special prayer, please feel free to contact me. I would love to pray for you! You may be as specific or unspecific as you are comfortable with. No sin is greater than any other. Whether you struggle with sexual temptation or destructive speech, it doesn't matter. It is all the same in God's eyes. Your sinful tendencies are no worse than anyone else's. One reason I am sharing on this topic today is to show how human I am. I do not want people to think I am perfect or always make the best choices because I DO NOT. I am sure of only one thing "I am a great sinner, and Christ is a great Savior." (John Newton).

Give the battle to Jesus, say HIS NAME (I mean literally out loud!) Satan and his demons fall away at the sound of His name. There is power in HIS NAME!

Stay Strong! Fight!! 

Blessings,

Miss Morgan

A Hymn for the Lord's Day

Okay, so here is this week's hymn! A beautiful hymn especially for this beautiful 80 degree day in Michigan. Let us praise Him for He is SO worthy of it!

 

All Creatures Of Our God And King

All creatures of our God and King
Lift up your voice and with us sing,
Alleluia! Alleluia!
Thou burning sun with golden beam,
Thou silver moon with softer gleam!

Refrain

O praise Him! O praise Him!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Thou rushing wind that art so strong
Ye clouds that sail in Heaven along,
O praise Him! Alleluia!
Thou rising moon, in praise rejoice,
Ye lights of evening, find a voice!

Refrain

Thou flowing water, pure and clear,
Make music for thy Lord to hear,
O praise Him! Alleluia!
Thou fire so masterful and bright,
That givest man both warmth and light.

Refrain

Dear mother earth, who day by day
Unfoldest blessings on our way,
O praise Him! Alleluia!
The flowers and fruits that in thee grow,
Let them His glory also show.

Refrain

And all ye men of tender heart,
Forgiving others, take your part,
O sing ye! Alleluia!
Ye who long pain and sorrow bear,
Praise God and on Him cast your care!

Refrain

And thou most kind and gentle Death,
Waiting to hush our latest breath,
O praise Him! Alleluia!
Thou leadest home the child of God,
And Christ our Lord the way hath trod.

Refrain

Let all things their Creator bless,
And worship Him in humbleness,
O praise Him! Alleluia!
Praise, praise the Father, praise the Son,
And praise the Spirit, Three in One!

Refrain

May the Lord bless you and keep you this week! Remember "Bless and you will be Blessed!"

Blessings,

Miss Morgan

Modesty: What every girl should know

A dear friend of mine shared these powerful links with me, and after watching them I was convicted even more to devoting my heart and my body to Jesus. Please take a few minutes out of your day to watch these links. This is a message that needs to be voiced, and we young women need to be open to hearing it.


Ladies, what do your clothes say about you? (Modesty Part 1)





http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhtjS7UIcUw



What guys think about modesty (Modesty Part II)








http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVMZoZoKT-o&feature=youtube_gdata_player

"Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own? For you have been bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body."
I Corinthians 6:19&20


"Likewise, I want women do adorn themselves with proper clothing, modestly and discreetly, not with braided hair and gold or pearls or costly garments, but rather by means of good works, as is proper for women making a claim to godliness."
I Timothy 2:9&10


Dear sisters, may we not be the reason that young men stumble. May it be our joy and privilege to help them battle sin and temptation by dressing and behaving modestly rather than to be the cause of their destruction. May we do ALL... even the simple act of pulling a shirt out of our closets... unto the glory of Christ!


Blessings,
Miss Morgan

Mondays = New Beginnings

Mondays, ah what do I say about them?? It is very easy to see Mondays in a negative light because the weekend is over and schedules and routines start up again. I know for me, I usually spend Mondays planning and thinking about the week ahead...and sometimes that just isn't so much fun...(LOL!) However, I was just thinking and realizing that Mondays are in fact quite special because they are the start to a brand new week. The week before is over and all its days have already been played out, but every Monday you have a whole new mysterious week before you. Sure you may have plans that outline what your week will look like, but you really have no idea what's truly in store for you. As I am writing this, I am realizing that Mondays sort of symbolize our walk as a Believer. Every day is a Monday for the Children of God. Every day is a beautiful mystery. We may have plans for our lives, but as time unfolds we realize that God is the only one who truly knows what is going to happen to us. Just like Mondays symbolize a fresh start, every day for the Believer is a fresh start. "His mercies are new every morning!" Mondays don't have to be the dreaded day that we make them out to be. Every Monday (or any day for that matter) we have the opportunity to lay down our worries, fears, cares, and plans before the Lord. When I look back on my life, I realize that the sweetest times were some of the most difficult times. The blessing of hardship is that it forces us to give our burdens and cares to the Lord because we realize that they are too big for us to carry alone. We are the most joyful when we realize that we can control NOTHING and that God is in control of EVERYTHING. He knows what we need, and He will supply it. No matter what you are facing, He will give you what you need to make it through. So if this Monday is one filled with dreads, give it and the rest of your week to Jesus, and just wait and see what He does!

"Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing; Thou hast loosed my sackcloth and girded me with gladness;" ~Psalm 30:11

Blessings,

Miss Morgan

A Hymn for the Lord's Day

A couple of weeks ago, I decided that I would like to start memorizing hymns so that I could sing them at any time and in any place. It has been such a blessing to be able to memorize these timeless words and sing them on a daily basis. My goal has been to memorize one hymn per week and here is this week's hymn. I hope you will be just as blessed by these words as I have been.

Abide With Me

Abide with me fast falls the eventide, the darkness 

deepens Lord, with me abide; When other helpers

fail and comforts flee, Help of the Helpless, O

abide with me!

Swift to its close ebbs out life's little day,

earth's joys grow dim, its glories pass away;

change and decay in all around I see

O Thou who changest not, abide with me!

I need Thy presence ev'ry passing hour what 

but Thy grace can foil the tempter's pow'r?

Who like Thyself my guide and stay can be? 

Thru cloud and sunshine, O abide with me!

Hold Thou Thy word before my closing eyes, 

shine thru the gloom and point me to the skies;

Heav'n's morning breaks and earth's vain shadows

flee in life, in death, O Lord abide with me! 

What beautiful timeless words! O, Lord abide with us!

Blessings,

Miss Morgan

Joining the blogging world

Well, I've taken the plunge and joined the blogging world! I am not computer savvy in the least, so we'll see how this goes : ) My desire for this blog is to encourage others and to meet other like-minded individuals. I have been so encouraged by the blogs of others that I felt compelled to start one of my own. So here goes!