God is in Control...

Good morning dear hearts!  Peace be with you.  I have been very downhearted since my hubby fell and bruised his face terribly but am thankful that he did not sustain any broken bones.  His journey fighting Multiple Myeloma is painful enough and causes us to question our faith at times.  As humans we all go through times when we wonder "What is God thinking to let this happen?)  But we are not able to see the whole picture as only God can.  Today, I want to share Dr. Stanley's message as it was so appropriate for how I was feeling.   For updates on my hubby's condition, you can go to http://caringbridge.org/visit/billmarquart  
The photo of hubby on Christmas Eve (HAPPY BIRTHDAY JESUS!) opening presents.

December 28 How to Experience Christ's Peace John 14:27-31 "My peace I give to you” (John 14:27). Jesus spoke these amazing words just hours before   His crucifixion. His peace isn’t dependent upon external circumstances, but rather, it transcends them.  Although He gives His peace to every believer as a gift, our experience of it is related to our  faith in the following truths: God is in control of everything. Without this assurance, the world is a scary place. He loves me and will see me through every circumstance, no matter how difficult    or painful it may be. To have Christ’s peace, I must surrender my life to Him. When I hold onto my ways    and plans, I’ll experience turmoil. I have a limited perspective and understanding of my circumstances and God’s  purposes for allowing them. His goals for me are greater than my immediate comfort. The Lord promises to work all things out for my good. He is continually working to    transform my character into Christ’s image. I must live in sync with God, walking in the Spirit and promptly confessing and     repenting of sin. Scripture is my foundation for peace. It increases my trust in the Lord’s goodness,     assures me  that He keeps His promises, and reminds me of His sovereignty over     every situation. Sadly, many Christians live their whole lives without consistently experiencing this    incomprehensible peace. Perhaps faith and submission are the most challenging issues. But only as we surrender  control of our lives to Christ and trust in His plans for us will we discover tranquil rest for our   souls. For more biblical teaching and resources from Dr. Charles Stanley,  please visit www.intouch.org. Used with permission from In Touch Ministries, Inc. © 2009 All Rights Reserved. If you or a loved one is going through a most difficult time, I pray that  your faith in God's  wisdom will sustain you and uphold you in your difficult  journey.  Ultimately, God is in control. Have faith as the woman did who felt if she could just touch the hem of  Jesus' garment, she would be cured of her illness and she was....Matthew 9:20 My Christian Heart to Yours...

Ain't it funny how time slips away?♫♫

  I don't think any of us are ever totally prepared for Christmas in our earthly world.  We scurry here and there buying presents, food, greeting cards and the reason for the celebration is pushed to the back of our minds.  We are all wanting to put CHRIST back in Christmas so start with yourself.
   Take time each day to focus on the wonderful blessed birth of our savior JESUS.  What a miracle he was....and still is.  In my journey with my Husband's Multiple Myeloma cancer, I turn to God for strength every day.  This February will be seven years since he was diagnosed and on chemo.  The chemo is no longer working and there is no cure.  He was given 5-10 yrs. so we are very happy to have another Christmas together.  He has started radiation treatments on his lower back however, to try to help the horrendous pain he suffers. 4 down and 9 to go daily except for weekends.  So I have been very busy driving to the radiation center.  He also had to have 2 more pints of blood after falling last Thursday in the night and losing much blood.  He is black and blue on half of his face and his eye is just now open again.
   So I feel badly when I do not have time to write here on my Christian blog but I am thinking of you all and praying for all those in need in the side bar.  Little Rylan is doing well, he is a little miracle.  I also met 2 people at the radiation center this week, one with lung cancer and one with a brain tumor so I am praying for them as well.
  Just remember that God is there for you through the storms of life, no matter how severe they may be.  So look up instead of down and thank the Father for being there in our times of need...

This is my granddaughter Kelsey on the right
Distributing toys for tots, a college project.

  Merry CHRISTmas to all and to all-walk in the Light of Jesus.  Unto us a child is born...

My Christian heart to yours...