August 31

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Remember: You can't fix everything
In this life.
You can't shield your loved ones
From sorrow and strife.
(First verse of today's poem)
From August 25, 2011

SCRIPTURE:
Unless the Lord builds the house, its builders labor in vain.
Psalm 127:1

We sometimes try and do God's job, and we labor in vain!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 30

Greetings; God bless you this Lords Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Breaking point...
When your burden is too much to bear.
Breaking point...
Remember God will always care!
(Last verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
From everlasting to everlasting, thou art God.
Psalm 90:2

When we come to a "breaking point," we need to remember, God
is an everlasting God and He will always care!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 29

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The eyes of understanding
Are the eyes of Jesus, you see.
He lived in human flesh,
Just like you and me.
(First verse of today's poem)
From August 24, 2012

SCRIPTURE:
We know the Son of God has come  and has given us
understanding, so we may know him who is true.
1 John 5:20

Jesus understands, because he has been tired, lonely, hungry, poor,
betrayed and has suffered loss. He has cried, smiled and been angry,
But most of all, He has loved, loved enough to die on a cross for each
of us!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 28

Greetings; God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Get a glimpse of God's glory,
In the mountains majesty.
Get a glimpse of God's glory,
As the sun sets in the sea.
(A verse of today's poem)
First sent out August 27, 2013

SCRIPTURE:
The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the
work of his hands. Psalm 19:1

Today, stop, look and listen for a glimpse of God's glory!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 27

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
BE A FRIEND:
Desolation and loneliness,
We could surely end...
For no one in this life
Should be without a friend!
(Last verse of today's poem)
First sent out August 24, 2011

SCRIPTURE:
A friend loves at all times. Proverbs 17:17

A true friend loves you when you're not so loving!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 26

Greetings;God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Jesus came to give light to a dark world.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
The Lord will be your everlasting light, and your God
will be your glory.
Isaiah 60:19

We sometimes think our small light in this dark world doesn't
count, but think how one small match can light a darkened room!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 25

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The storms of life prove the strength of our anchor.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
We have this hope as an anchor, firm and secure.
Hebrews 6:19

We need to be close to God when the storms come and then our
anchor will hold!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 24

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
FLAWED:
"I sent my Son,
Not for perfection, you see,
But for all the flawed souls
That desperately need Me!"
(Last verse of today's poem)
From August 30, 2012

SCRIPTURE:
Though your sins be like scarlet, they shall be white as snow.
Isaiah 1:18

When we find it hard to forgive ourselves, the above concept is hard
for us to believe!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 23

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!
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THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Worthwhile...
When it comes to the end.
Worthwhile...
Time spent, with family and friend!
(Last verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
(God's Commandments)
Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home
and when you walk along the road. Deuteronomy 6:7

It has been said that no one on their death-bed ever said, "I wish I had
spent more time at the office!" Time spent with our children is certainly
worthwhile.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 22

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
I'm not forgotten...
With all who has lived, you see.
I'm not forgotten...
On the cross, He thought of me!
(Last verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
We love because he first loved us. 1 John 4:19

It is very easy in the mass of humanity to feel lost, forgotten,
but as the song says, "Jesus loves me this I know... for the Bible
tells me so!"

Know I prayed for you today.  Blessings-Freda

August 21

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Spiritual growth occurs when faith is cultivated.
(our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
I am the vine  and my Father is the gardener, he cuts off every
branch that bears no fruit, John 15:1

It is not always pleasant to be pruned by the Master Gardener,
but necessary for our spiritual growth!

Know I prayed you today. Blessings-Freda

August 20

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
A FRESH START:
A fresh start...
God gives us each day.
A fresh start...
To know His will and His way.
(First verse of today's poem)


SCRIPTURE:
His compassion never fail. They are new every morning.
Lamentations 3:23-24

Yesterday has gone, tomorrow is out of sight, but God has given
us today!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 19

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Our new life in Jesus may mean we have to leave some things
behind. Christ showed His love by dying for us; we need to
show ours by living for Him. (Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Jesus said, "Come follow me and I will make you fishers of men."
At once they left their nets and followed him. Matthew 4:19-20

As we get older, we have more to leave behind and it is harder
to\make changes in our lives!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 18

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
How many of us need to return to His nest? Do you need
to find a place of rest and counsel and comfort of His Spirit?
He never leaves you. Rest in His nest, seek His wisdom. He
will provide protection.  (Daily Disciples Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
He shall cover you with His feathers. And under His wings
you will find refuge; His truth shall be your shield and
buckler. Psalm 91:4

The safest place to be in times of trouble or joy, is beneath His wings!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 17

Greetings: God bless yo this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Feeling insignificant? Remember, the God who created the
universe is the God who loves you! (Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
I will praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.
Psalm 139:14

If Jesus thought we were, worth dying for... we have no reason
to feel insignificant!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 16

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
It is cold comfort to know God is in control when pain
comes into your life, but we must trust that His plans
are best. God is faithful. (Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
I know the plans I have for you declares  the Lord, plans
to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope
and a future. Jeremiah 29:11

Jesus came to earth to show us the Father and whatever we
are going through, He's been there too!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 15

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
A willing spirit changes the drudgery of duty into a labor of love.
(Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord.
Colossians 3:23

Whether it is a drudgery-duty or an act of love depends on our attitude!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 14

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
We are never alone. Thank God for His wonderful provision of
the Spirit of Christ that is with us and in us.
(Our Daily Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
I will ask the father, and he will give you another advocate to
help you and be with you forever. John 14:16

God is with us-in us-for us-loves-us... you can't beat a deal like that!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 13

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Jesus longs to turn our mistakes into amazing examples
of grace. (Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Jesus touched his ear and healed it. Luke 22:51

Did you ever wonder about this servant of the high priest?
Did he believe after Jesus touched him and restored his ear?
I like to think so... This is certainly a mistake made beautiful!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 12

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Always...
Pray before you sleep.
Always...
Promises you keep.
(First line of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
In my prayers for you, I always pray for joy.
Philippians 1:4

Always count your blessings when you go to sleep, instead
of counting sheep!

know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 11

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Here are some "S" words to consider:
Be STRONG in your faith. SEEK God in times of trouble
He will SAVE you from all harm and keep you SECURE!
(Vantage Point Devotional)

SCRIPTURE:
Ask and it will be given unto you; SEEK and you will find;
knock and the door will be opened to you.
Matthew 7:7

But we need to remember: We must SEEK and knock. He waits
for an invitation to come in!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda.

August 10

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Value God's view...
For He will see you through.
Values God's view...
He will NEVER leave you!
(Last verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
I am with you always, to the very end of the age.
Matthew 28:20

This is a promise you can count on!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 9

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
"I am redeemed!" God will use our own personalities  and His
light in us to spread His love. (Dave Branon-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Sing to the Lord, bless His name; proclaim the good news of
salvation from day to day. Psalm 96;2

If you have been redeemed, you have something to sing about!

Know I prayed for you today- Blessings-Freda

August 8

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Do not lose your child's heart,
So trusting and so true,
Believing God will be your Guide
And that He will take care of you.
(Last verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
Let the little children come to me.
Matthew 19:14

We are all children to God, whatever our age!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 7

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Age is not a factor... God cares when people suffer.
(Mart Dehaan-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
If one part suffers, every part suffers with it.
1 Corinthians 12:26

When it comes to pain, all too often people will say (even doctors)
"What do you expect at your age?" Age should not be a factor in
wanting relief from pain!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 6

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
Where is my focus? When we focus on the Lord and all we
have in Him, even our most precious possessions can be held
lightly. (David Mccasland-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Where your treasure is there your heart will be also.
Matthew  6:21

There is so much in this busy world that clammers for our focus,
we have to keep reprograming ourselves to focus on God!

Know That I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 5

Greetings: God bless you thus day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
What I dream and what I do
In my poor days are always two,
Help me God, with things undone,
O Thou, whose dreams and deeds are one.
(John Hunter)

SCRIPTURE:
You answer us with awesome deeds of righteousness.
Psalm 65:5

Dreams and deeds were born twins! Dreams will never succeed
without deeds and deeds without dreams have no heart!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 4

Greetings: God bless you this day!
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THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
THE CROWN AND THE CROSS:
You can't have a crown,
Without the cross.
You can't feel joy,
Without experiencing loss.
(The first verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:
Jesus said, "Anyone who does not take up his cross and follow
me is not worthy of me." Matthew 10:38

Life is a balance the cross and the crown, the sunshine and the
rain, the darkness and light... we grow through the tough times!

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 3

Greetings: God bless you this day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
It is a privilege to love Jesus. It is the best experience in life'
Do we take the time to tell Him so, If we show the beauty of
Jesus, by the way we live our lives, people will say," No wonder,
you love Him!"  (Keila Ochoa-Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
We love him because he first loved us. 1 John 4:19

The first commandment is to love God, but we must love Jesus
too... you can't love one without loving the other!


Know I prayed for you today! Blessings-Freda

August 2

Greetings: God bless you this Lord's Day!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
The setbacks in life can teach us to wait upon the Lord
for His help and strength. (Our Daily Bread)

SCRIPTURE:
Wait on the Lord, be strong and take heart and wait on the
Lord. Psalm 27:14

Jim fell Thursday night and we had to go to ER. Waiting for test
results in ER is never easy, but the "upside of this setback," there
were no broken bones and he got to come home.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda

August 1

Greetings; God bless you this day!

Welcome to August!

THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

Yes, lazy days of summer,

When the heat is on the rise

And the days are long and peaceful,

You know that God's bounty has arrived.

(Last verse of today's poem)

SCRIPTURE:

I will send down showers of blessings; there will be showers

of blessings. The trees of the field will yield their fruit and 

the ground will yield its crops. Ezekiel 34: 26-27 

In the summer we certainly see the bounty of God's blessings.

Know I prayed for you today. Blessings-Freda