The first chapter of Genesis, the first verse reads: “In the beginning God (prepared, formed, fashioned and) created the heavens and earth.” There is a progression of the world’s creation which leads to mankind. “God said, Let Us [Father, Son, and Holy Spirit] makes mankind in our image, after Our likeness…” (Amplified Bible) …
My oldest step-daughter, “Lacy Chantilley” married “Mr Biz” on 14th July 2007. Of course, there is a lot to organise for a wedding. She looked and looked for ring bearer pillows. She found something, but it was beyond the budget. Since I can sew, I told her that I’d make some for her–as she wanted …
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for Your great love for us. Reply: Great is your loving kindness, Oh Lord. Jesus, we thank You, for dying on the cross; and then raising up from the dead to become our Saviour. Thank you for sending us the Holy Spirit to live in our hearts. Reply: Great is …
Yes, I have a sewing machine. Actually, I have two. If it seems extravagant to have two when I rarely use either one of them, then I must explain as to why I have two. Sewing is a part of my family heritage. Grandma Cox learned to sew from her Grandmother Fisher, who …
Circles within circles, rather like a drop of rain falling into a pond, the Holy Spirit knows how to create movement and yet maintain continuity within the Body of Christ. Specifically for the purpose of this post, I am referring to the New Wine Ministry within the Church of England (Anglican-Episcopalian church). New Wine …
The congregation where My Midnight Man and I are involved, the local St. Mary’s Church, Langley , is a Church of England. http://langleymarish.com/stm.htm It is not high church; there are no incenses, no canter, no chanting. But the weekly service is traditional. Returning to a set liturgy with scripture readings, responsive readings, recitation of …
I want to thank everyone who has been praying for me. The results from the cystoscopy showed a healthy bladder. I will keep you posted as the other tests are completed and the results in—But enough on that topic! For clarity’s sake, I must explain that I am called “Nana Reed” by the grandchildren; My …
Life has many ironic moments. Last Friday evening presented one for me. Just that day I had finished reading: Don’t Try This at Home edited by Kimberly Witherspoon and Andrew Friedman. Each of the thirty-three chapters is written by one of world’s various and finest chefs about the times with things did NOT go according …
Hello! Since 2008 I have struggled with fatigue, mood swings, times of cloudy thinking, muscle weakness and even depression. I have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid levels) and given appropriate medication. Even with the medication I have continue to be tired, weary, and lethargic. I have also suffered from essential tremors. My doctor has …
Do you smell it? NO? Let me help you…coffee… chocolate… chicken and lemon with garlic…now do you smell those scents wafting from my kitchen? Okay, I confess. Yesterday I baked a batch of mocha brownies simply to have a reason to turn on the oven. It was cold and damp in the flat. This IS …