tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-122665202011-04-21T19:07:50.779-07:00Titus 2:3-5. NKJV. ..."the older women likewise, that they be not slanderers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things--that they admonish the young women to love their husbands, to love their children, to be discreet, chaste, homemakers (keepers at home, KJV), good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be blasphemed."L Ruthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14315587527888033954noreply@blogger.comBlogger431100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12266520.post-1122331234541884662005-07-25T15:34:00.000-07:002005-07-25T17:10:03.023-07:00

A sign in a yard that reads 'HOME FOR SALE' makes my heart beat a little faster. Homes are not for sale, but houses are. A house is merely a dwelling place. A house becomes a home when it is occupied by residents whose associations share special sentiments and unique feelings known as family.-Our transient society too often bypasses the traditional values of a family. We hardly have time to share

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I appreciate all my readers. I fell and broke four ribs, so I won't be blogging for a while. LRuth

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A message every adult should read, because your children are watching you and doing as you do, not as you say.WHEN YOU THOUGHT I WASN’T LOOKING(Written by a former Child)When you thought I wasn’t looking, I saw you hang my first painting on the refrigerator, And I immediately wanted to paint another one.When you thought I wasn’t looking, I saw you feed a stray cat, And I learned that it was good

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I believe there has not been strong enough emphasis placed on lies and deceit in our contemporary society, nor in the home nor in the church as we have placed on other immoral acts. . .murder, rape, stealing, etc.Revelation 21:8. NKJV. “But the cowardly, unbelieving, abominable, murderers, sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars shall have their part in the lake which burns with

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Gentle Heart Whispers is a wonderful site that I can recommend.

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Today has been an exceptional day.My DH is an early riser. However, he likes to take his time getting ready for the day. Our DYS arrived from Texas last night and we had decided to go fishing early today. My husband still moved very slow regardless of how we encouraged him to ‘get a move on’. We finally arrived at the fishing hole about 7:30 a.m. Not early, but not late either.My DH at 72 only

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So what can be done? First, admit that the problem exists. For a parent to proclaim their child is immune is to declare self-destruction. All parents have had to 'eat their words' while raising their children. "My kid won't. . .," but he/she did. For teachers to deny the existence in their classroom is to declare ignorance. Many have been heard to say or imply, "That is a sticky situation and I

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"WAR DECLARED." What a gruesome declaration!In the 1987 United States presidential "State of the Union" address, President Ronald Reagan declared war. . .WAR AGAINST DRUGS.What better way to destroy a nation, any nation, than internally? How long shall it be before we realize the United States is balancing on the brink of an incalculable internal disaster?The majority of the American adult

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Tears for the lonely, heartbroken, in pain or loss,Takes one near to the crucified Christ on the cross,But the dignified tears which I'm about to express,Sends one past the cruel cross into heaven's caress.Birth, first steps, first words, first day of school,My eyes grow misty, cloudy--make me feel like a fool.Fool you are indeed! Cry out--override the jeers,God in his infinite Goodness allows

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As a youngster I recall participating in 'fire drills' at our elementary school. These were no laughing matter. We were taught how to get out of the building in an orderly fashion and as quickly as possible.After the second or third drill, only the teachers and principal knew whether the drill was for real or not. No one questioned it.No Smokey the Bear nor puppets were used to make the fire

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A charge to keep I have...and so does every Christian wife and mother...to be a keeper at home.For too long, I fear, women in the church have listened to men rather than God. The women's liberation and feminist movements would have us believe that women who stay in the home are second class citizens compared to women with a career, a husband and children. And the only way to use all our talents,

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The Husband's CrownWhen a Christian man and a Christian woman repeat their marriage vows, they become one flesh. Matthew 19:4-6. At this time the husband becomes the dominating earthly power to his wife. It is here that the meshing of two abilities, two personalities, two temperaments and two cultures become one. When couples agree upon the terms of their marriage vows, peace and harmony can be

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Wash-Day BeansA special woman came into my life almost 40 years ago. She was a stay-at-home mom in the truest sense. She was my mother-in-law. In this writing I will refer to her as Mom and to her husband (my father-in-law) as Dad.Mom gave birth to six children. All but one was born at home. And this was before electricity was brought to the small town in which they lived. Also in the days before

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As Christian women we often disguise our inner character. Fearful we may expose ourselves as ones whose lack of peace and hope and faith may be uncovered, our outward appearance through pious acts depict a false impression, a facade. We are extremely clever and we are very good at it.The subject is depression. Several of the blogs I've read lately have mentioned a "feeling of depression", or "I'm

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Readiness "What if" peals out a totallygruesome pessimistic ring,Yet claims no majestic power for transforming anything. For whatever the infiniteunknown future holds in store,"What if" conveys an empty, triteexpression and nothing more. Before you say "what if" againexamine the conclusion,I think you'll see how "prepare now"can conquer self-delusion. "What if" I fail to pass the test"prepare now

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Can a person learn to be content? What does it mean to be content? How does it feel to be content? Do you know a person that is content? Yes, I know a person that is contented. He is very dear to me. For the past few months he has taught me how a meek, generous and gentle spirit acts toward others and himself. I believe he has learned the very essence of contentment of which Paul spoke in

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If Only for a Little WhileChristian women are more than female bodies and hormone systems. Our bodies house the temple of the Holy Spirit. We are not only physical beings, but spiritual beings.Wives, mothers, let us not become so preoccupied with the needs and demands of our husband and children that we fail to take time for self-renewal. If we allow our souls to become emotionally, physically

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As a Keeper/MotherShe must teach her children to understand who they are and what they can contribute. SELF-ESTEEM.She must teach her children where and how to obtain knowledge and that knowledge fine-tuned becomes wisdom. SELF-KNOWLEDGE.She must teach her children how to make decisions which affect their morals, standards and values...how to uphold them and the end result. SELF-CONTROL.She must

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Even Roses Have Thorns

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There are times in our lives when things don't go our way no matter what. These enter our lives at inopportune times and become our 'thorn or thorns in the flesh'. In II Corinthians 12:7, we learn that the apostle Paul had a 'thorn in the flesh'. Throughout Paul's life he had to deal with it, but he never let it get him down and neither should we let our 'thorn' get us down either.-It may be a

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GIVE THE HEART A LIFTThe face of a young son pressed to the windowpane becomes a shining light,When after long business hourshis Daddy appears in sight,And "I love you, Daddy" while beingtucked in for the night,A please, thank you, and you're welcome,These give the heart a lift.-When Mommy hears her being pagedafter nap time has ceased,With arms outstretched to be picked up--smiles triumphantly

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Beauty Only Lasts a Little While

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Who can find Christian parents? For their price is far above the rarest jewel. Their hearts safely trust in their children so their children also learn to trust. They do their children good and not evil all the days of their lives. They seek not earthly gain for gain's sake; rather the eternal home prepared by their SAVIOR. They are like the harbor's beacon; they seek ways to 'lend a helping

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The number one purpose and goal of each Christian Mother as an apprentice architect and builder is to construct a temple to house the SPIRIT of GOD. This building or temple must be built according to the blue print supplied by JESUS CHRIST our ARCHITECT.-I Corinthians 3:9-17. NKJV. "For we are GOD's fellow workers; you are GOD's field, you are GOD's building. According to the grace of GOD which

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One of God's Treasures

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A question has been asked of me to share my opinion regarding modesty in the church. So here goes.-Modesty must be taught while the child is young. Our older son requires his two daughters ages 6 and 8 years old to stretch their arms over their head, if any skin shows in the midriff they must change their blouse or shirt. Good idea.-The older women in Titus 2:3-5 are admonished to teach the

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When CHRIST returns, FAITH and HOPE are mastered only LOVE endures throughout the endless age. For GOD is LOVE. I John 4:8b-LOVEtreasured attentionpraised, prized, preciousheld in elevated estimationADORE-LOVEservile attractionesteemed, extolled, exaltedbowed with extravagant admirationWORSHIP-LOVEgenuine affectionrespected, regarded, reveredworthy of enthusiastic appreciationCHERISHby L. Ruth

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Let us hold fast the confession of our HOPE without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. Hebrews 10:23-HOPEwishes desiredhungering, longing, yearningassurance of quenching thirstSATISFIES-HOPEaims aspiredrelying, depending, trustingconfidence in attaining goalGRATIFIES-HOPEwants inspiredexpecting, awaiting, strivingacceptance of things unknownEDIFIESby L. Ruth

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Now FAITH is the substance of things of things hoped for , the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1-FAITHunquestioning relianceconstant, creditable, credencebelief in favorable outcomeTRUST-FAITHintellectual accordanceaspire, anticipate, aquiescenceevidence of things unseenHOPE-FAITHmental acceptancecertitude, conviction, confidencemind free from doubtASSURANCEby L. Ruth

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Our Flower Garden

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We never get a second chance to make a first impression. Do people know we are spiritual by the way we dress, by the words we speak, by our actions and reactions, by our steadfast righteousness, by our faith, by our knowledge of scripture? We have all known 'counterfeit' Christians and we have all known 'genuine' Christians. And now the eternal question, who do we most emulate?-I John 2: 15-17.

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Another of GOD's Masterpieces

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Mothers like neat rooms, filled ice trays, no elbows on the table, wrinkle-free beds, clean underwear, matching socks, chicken wings, and Brussels sprouts. Mothers dislike muddy shoes, sniffling noses, dirty fingernails and handprints on towels. God endows Mothers with many animal instincts. He gives them the keen sight of an eagle, like seeing her child snatch a cookie before supper; the

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A Matriarch Mentor represents the stage in the Christian woman’s life cycle where the older women avail themselves as teachers and worthy examples to the younger women. As Matriarch Mentors GOD has entrusted us with the express duty to instruct the younger women. How we execute this trust may affect eternity. What if we neglect to obey this imperative order? My sister…and me? Titus 2:3-5. NKJV. …

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The older faithful Christian woman has experienced intriguing challenges throughout her life, and most likely has garnered enormous returns. From that vast reservoir of knowledge and wisdom God gave her an awesome responsibility:Titus 2:3-5. NKJV. ....."the older women likewise, that they be reverent in behavior, not slanderers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things, that they admonish

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After reading many of your blogs regarding discipline in the home, I wanted to share the following poem with you. I wrote this poem several years ago and feel it is still pertinent today. May you be blessed by your reading.REFOCUSBy L RuthThe two saddest words in any languageI shall ever hearAre "If only" ruefully spokenechoing in my ear."If only" changes not one thingkeeps you facing the wrong

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After preaching a strong sermon on 'Personal Evangelism' and trying to diffuse any excuse one might give for failure to lead others to Christ, Joe Goodspeed recounts a gentle reprimand from a mother with small children.While sharing a meal with her husband and children the Mother asked Joe if he remembered the scripture in ISamuel 30:24. He confessed he was not familiar with it."For as his share

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Dear Expectant Mother,The day your child is conceived, you begin an incredible journey. GOD gives you about nine months to get your house in order to receive the most valuable gift bestowed on womankind. Then GOD allows you about seventeen to twenty-one years to build a temple acceptable to house the SPIRIT of GOD.How great the magnitude of the task given specifically to Mothers...the greatest

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In the beginning GOD created the finest social system in the world...the family. GOD also instituted the second finest social system...the church. If a breakdown to either unit occurs, all suffer the consequences.But where else than in the home can talents be better put to use as a teacher, counselor, business woman, artist, manager, efficiency expert, nutritionist, seamstress, economist, banker,

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The ultimate prescription for happiness and success in the home is harmonious living. All homes need to experience the 'triumph of spirit'. The 'triumph of spirit' is the sum of the little victories we experience each day. When we stop to reflect on the days events, don't forget to recall each success no matter how small or insignificant it may seem to be.Can you imagine how the brick layer views

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As a Keeper/MotherShe must teach her children to understand who they are and what they can contribute. SELF-ESTEEM.She must teach her children where and how to obtain knowledge and that knowledge fine-tuned becomes wisdom. SELF-KNOWLEDGE.She must teach her children how to make decisions which affect their morals, standards and values...how to uphold them and the end result. SELF-CONTROL.She must

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A country hemorrhaging withinfrom moral decay and blatant sin,Who puts its trust in lust and goldshall fall as the Roman Empire of old.To CURE the ills of internal decayTRAINING must first begin at HOME.To CURE the ills of deliquencyPARENTING must first begin at HOME.To CURE the ills of the churchREVERING must first begin at HOME.To CURE the ills of the schoolEDUCATING must first begin at HOME.To

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A charge to keep I have...and so does every Christian wife and mother...to be a keeper at home.For too long, I fear, women in the church have listened to men rather than God. The women's liberation movement would have us believe that women who stay in the home are second class citizens compared to women with a career, a husband and children. And the only way to use all our talents, we must also

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