Bloom Where Your Planted~

Bloom Wherever God Plants You

A few years ago, a tiny sunflower bloomed in among corn stalks, grass clippings, and weeds I had heaped in an unsightly pile behind my garage. Soon, a larger sunflower and several gladiolas grew up from discarded seeds and bulbs I had considered too small to amount to anything.
What a wonderful example for Christians to bloom wherever God plants them! Too many excuse themselves from serving God by saying, "If only...
"I had a better-paying job," I had a kinder husband," "My wife was more loving," "My kids behaved better," "Our church had a better pastor," "I had more education."
What it the discarded seeds on the trash heap felt that way? If only....
"I had been planted in a weed-free garden," "I had been planted where everyone could see my beauty."
"I refuse to grow in this pile of discards from last year's garden."
The truth of the matter is that the flowers are brighter and more noticeable when contrasted with the dull, decaying refuse. The Bible says, "Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven."
A light shines brightest in darkness. Someone whose life is dark with sin needs to see the beauty of Jesus in you.

My pastor recently preached about Blooming where you are. My prayer is to do just that. I hope that God will use me wherever I am to help someone. Thank you to all my faithful blogger friends. I have not posted in a long time. My mind has been busy for sure and yes, the Face book bug has bitten me. I try to keep that to a minimum. I hope you all are well and happy. Life is good here at the Peeler house. Holly passed all her midterms and is adjusting well to college life. Katie is studying hard and enjoying youth activities at church. Wade is working hard and I am always busy doing something. God never ceases to amaze me with His boundless love. He supplies me with so much Grace I just have to share some with you. For every trial, I have had God hands me a Blessing! I have many prayer requests. Praying for all my lost friends and loved ones.
A dear child from my former church Mari Grace needs your prayers and my friend Lolly stands in need of prayer as well. Please pray for my dear aunt Cheryl and two sweet friends who need a fresh touch from God. Pray for a sweet couple The Birt's they have been struggling with health issues. Please pray for West Gate Baptist Church and Christian school as well as the the staff and teachers there. Pray for my sweet friend Heather who has been such an angel to my daughter. I pray that her broken heart will be mended and she will find the happiness she so deserves. I love you Miss Heather D. Please pray for safe travels for my daughter Holly as she travels to college and back each day. My neighbor who lost his job and needs the Lord in his life. I pray for my pastor and former pastor and all missionaries who are helping to spread the word of God throughout the world such as Brother John and Mrs. Kim O’Malley. My heart goes out to my sweet friend Heather whose husband is a marine and is serving overseas. She is at home with the children and I know how hard that must be for her but she is faithful to her God and he supplies all her needs. I think of my friend Karen who has many health problems but always finds the time to send me a note of encouragement. Dear Gena I pray that God will Bless your home and heal the hurts there. Sweet Anna my heart hurts for you as you struggle with your son. To me the hurt caused by a child is so great my heart goes out to you. I am in no way trying to play God here I am just trying to use my Blog for God's glory! Thank you Jennifer for asking me to get back to my Blog. I have missed all my friends here. If you were not mentioned in my prayer request list I have not forgotten you but felt, these that were mentioned had greater needs. I hope everyone is enjoying the beautiful handy work of God all around you this time of year. These pictures are from my gardens. Love to all. Lisa

Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. Deut 31:6

A Prayer for Mothers~

A Prayer for Mothers

Heavenly Father,

You have given each person the precious gift of having a mother.Throughout the ages, mothers have been the unsung heroes of our lives, content with little things: a smile,a thank you, a token remembrance.May all mothers learn from the example set by Jesus’ mother, Mary,our Mother in Heaven.Let us always remember our mothers as a treasure which You have given us,whether she is still here or in heaven.Pour down Your grace on all mothers today and every day, and help each one of us to live our lives based on the good example, love and devotion which we have learned from them. Amen.

I found this prayer in a guide post!

I want to wish everyone a very Happy Mothers Day! Love & Hugs. Lisa

The Little Things~

Thank you for the little things
That fill my heart with hope.
For thinking of these little things
Sure seems to change the scope...

Budding flowers, seedling trees,
A warm afternoon and a cool summer breeze;

The lady bug, the butterfly
Big puffy clouds in a baby blue sky;

The clover patch, the honey bee,
A Sunday brunch or afternoon tea;

The sparkle of a midnight star,
And wishing on it from afar;

The calming effect of an evening rain,
As it taps against the window pane.

For all these things I can't complain!

So, when my life seems rough to me
I think of all your kindness brings,
And I find my spirits lifted up,
For you truly give my soul it's wings.

I hope everyone is having this lovely weather like we are here in the Carolina's. It feels like Summer here. It is supposed to be in the eighty's today. We have the Ac on and it feels nice. Thanks for coming by. God Bless.Lisa

Have A Great Weekend~

Can't remember if I told you that: I have moved out from Beggars Alley, located at 2 Poverty Lane at the corner of Down and Out Circle. As of today, I have a brand new home. My new address is Living Well on 231 Abundance Terrace, located at the corner of Blessings Drive and Prosperity Peak . It's in the God Can neighborhood. No longer will I allow myself to travel to the other side of town on Begging Peter to Pay Paul Route, located at a dead end intersection called I Don't Have, which connects with Borrowers Junction! . I no longer hang out at Failure's Place, near Excuses Avenue , next to Procrastination Point. I've moved to an upscale community called Higher Heights with unlimited potential and opportunities for me to succeed. I can do ALL things through CHRIST who strengthens me!Life is good because God is good! Care to change your address? There are many vacancies!
May God Richly Bless Each and Everyone That Reads This -Please Keep it going!
AMEN.

My sister sent this to me today and I wanted to share it with you. I hope you enjoy it as I did. Thank you for those that prayed for my Aunt. Her condition is the same. Thanks for dropping by. Please remember Patti from Nonna's News. my dear blogger and Face book friend. Well she is my friend anywhere :) Friday she is having surgery. Wade's sister's daughter our niece is getting married Sunday, so we have a wedding to attend after church and it is outdoors. I hope it does not rain.

Have a beautiful weekend.

Love and Hugs.