Looking Ahead..........Welcome 2009

What a year this has been ..........As a student of prophecy for 20 + years , it has been exciting . On a personal level, I seen God's hand of provision and protection . He is Mighty to keep us in every circumstance and situation.

On a human level, the things we have witnessed in this world in the last year have been staggering.

I am choosing to do what the Apostle Paul states in Phillipians.....................

Ph'p:3:13: Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before,

Good-bye 2008 .................Hello 2009. Thank you Lord Jesus for your Faithfulness!!!!!

Hugs, GG

The Word of God

If you have ever wanted to read through God's Word in a year this is a great program to use. Bible in a Year - Read the Bible in a Year through E-mail Program

Every day you get an email with your passages to read for the day.

You can select the order you would like to read in ie; chronological, start to finish , alternating

You can select they version of the Bible you would live to read. It is awesome and a great reminder one busy days to do your daily reading. I have read through the bible for years and since I have found this program, I use this one every year and it is awesome.

Hugs, GG

1Pe:1:23: Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever.

Merry Christmas

Wishing all of you a Very Blessed , Joyous Christmas . May it be filled with the Peace , Love and Comfort of Christ!

Hugs, GG

He is near...........

Thank you Jesus!!!!!!!!!!!
Hugs, GG

They really do taste

Just as good as they look!!!!

I am not sure that they will make it to their destination as my husband as been "sampling" . These are Chocolate PeanutButter Chip.

Very Yummy and seeing as it is STILL snowing...........Nope, it never stopped today.

Another 8 inches is expected tomorrow, I think that they need to adjust their totals. I figured I would bake.

But it has been a very productive Cooking/Baking/Wrapping day !!!!!!!!!! On to Sugar Cookies, Almond Biscotti, Canoli's, ..............And that will be it for today.

Hugs, GG

The First Storm Arrived

And it packed a pretty good punch . Just about 12 inches of snow where we are which is about 40-50 miles West of Boston.

The 2nd storm should be arriving tomorrow morning and they are predicting it to be worse than this one.

Unfortunately there are still people in our county that are with Heat, Electric and Water.

Many, many shelters have been set up and the local government and linesmen are doing all they can to help restore people's services. But these storms are not helping.

We saw a convoy of Linesmen from Pa, coming into the City yesterday to help and we sure do appreciate it . Pretty as it is , this severe weather can be so devastating.

Praying for those that are without services that they can get back into their homes as soon as possible.

Blessings, GG

What a Mighty God We Serve!!!!!!!!

Are you in the thick of the Battle, Has the enemy has gripped you with fear, are you sick with no good report, losing your job, home, marriage. Worried for your kids, your family, yourself ........................

Snow, Snow, Snow.........

Well the schools are closed until sometime in January due to the severe Ice Storm that we had last week and now it is snowing. The first of 3 storms to blanket us with snow through Monday.

It is snowing now, with a significant Snow expected on Friday and then again Sunday afternoon.

Our Family Christmas Party is Sunday. Yikes. Now if we could build a little snow mountain in the back yard for the kids to go sledding that would be fun ............lol.

It does look beautiful though.

Blessings, GG

Ice, Ice , Ice ....................

We are in the middle of a MAJOR ice Storm.......... It is really nasty weather. Everything is basically at a stand-still in the city for now . The Major News Networks are here reporting up the street from us on Bell Hill.

There is literally about an inch of ice encasing everything. The trees, the cars, the rooftops. It really is very pretty like crystal droppings from a chandelier . I really do believe the Lord is the most awesome designer.

Psalms:8:3: When I consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers, the moon and the stars, which thou hast ordained;

Hugs, GG

Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday Dear Sis,

Happy Birthday Dear Sis,

Happy Birthday Dear Sister,

Happy Birthday Dear Sis.

I love you little sister, (She's the one in the pink)

Hugs, Big Sister.

For unto us .............

Lu:2:1: And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.

Lu:2:2: (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)Lu:2:3: And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.

Lu:2:4: And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)

Lu:2:5: To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.

Lu:2:6: And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

Lu:2:7: And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

Lu:2:8: And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

Lu:2:9: And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.

Lu:2:10: And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

Lu:2:11: For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

Lu:2:12: And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

Lu:2:13: And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

Lu:2:14: Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

Lu:2:15: And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.

Lu:2:16: And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.

Lu:2:17: And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.

Lu:2:18: And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.

Lu:2:19: But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.

Lu:2:20: And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.

The Finished Product

Ta Da!!!!!!!! It is decorated. Now I just have to get the entire room in order for the holidays.

One of the very lovely features of this room is the " Tin Ceiling" I think that this room will be warm and inviting once I finish cleaning and decorating.

Hugs, GG

Our Living Room Tree 2008

This is the tree that my husband and I picked yesterday. It is really beautiful and smells so wonderful in the house.

It has to be 8-9 feet tall as that is the height of the ceiling.

We got it for the sum of $ 26.00 & $2.00 to wrap it. total $28.00.You cannot even get a wreath for that price in the city. I cant wait to decorate it Whoo Hoo!!!

This one will be Victorian Themed.

Hugs, GG

She is adorable

And she is so very easy to make. Same pattern as a Rag Doll , except add the ears. She matches purrfectly with the Hydrangea I picked and dried earlier in the year.

I do not think I will have the time to make any of these for this years Christmas Giving, but for sure next year God-willing.

I think I will add a little canvas prim tag with the scripture :M't:4:19: And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.

Hugs & Prayers, GG

We've Started

Well, it has begun..............The transforming of the house into the beauty of the "Christmas Season" . We started with the Dining Room table which is usually where I start with every change of the season. My Husband did the entire front of the house late yesterday evening , in the rain, sleet and snow.

The Teddy Bears and Snowmen have burst out of the "Christmas Closet" as well as vintage items. Beautiful Nativity Sets of all types............ I love this season.

We so enjoy lifting up the Name of of Jesus and to try bring Glory to the Lord in all that we do. And it is so awsome to share and practice hospitality as God's Word tells us.

Ro:12:13: Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.

Hugs, GG

I Believe We Met the Challenge

Our "Official" 2008 Thanksgiving Day Turkey. Complete with Stuffing and all the trimmings.
I utlized many of your ideas ladies and am no longer intimidated for our " Christmas Open House" the Sunday before Christmas. This Turkey was Yummy !!!!!!!!

Hugs, GG

Happy Thanksgiving!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Happy Thanksgiving Dear Friends!

Thanking the Lord for His goodness to me , for meeting my needs every day-for food, shelter and clothing.........and the many extras.

For Family and Dear Friends and most of all I thank you Dear God for you Son, Jesus Christ .

Hugs, GG

Psalms:100:4: Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.Psalms:100:5: For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.

It is going to be a challenge

This is my Galley Kitchen ................ This is our first Thanksgiving here and my first time preparing "the meal" with in the confinement of this small space. It will be a challenge .........Stay tuned .................



Hugs, GG

Busy, Busy, Busy

And I love it ............

I love this season, I love the gentleness of it. I love the colors,

the food, the smells. I love seing my friends and family.

I love going outside to get the mail and having a pile of Christmas Cards. I love the first snow!!!!

I love that this time more than others it seems as if people are more open to Christ!!!! A King has come !!!!!!!!!! And He is coming again!!!!!!!!!

Hugs, GG

My Grams Thanksgiving Turkey Platter

My Grandmother's Thanksgiving Turkey Platters is one of my most treasured items. There are so few things left that I have that were hers.

This is one that I really love. It has taken its bumps and bruises over the years.

Last year when we moved it broke, into several pieces. I have been able to repair it but their is a piece missing in the lower right hand corner. It is noticeable .

But I will still display this wonderful "piece" I have left of my Gram, I will put something over the missing portion and it will be on my buffet this year instead of the table.

With all of it's prestige and honor for all of the lovely , warm , beautiful Thanksgiving memories I have when I look at it.

Blessings, GG

Double Layer Pumpkin Pie

Double layer Pumpkin Pie

4 oz. of Cream Cheese softened

1 cup +1tbsp of Milk divided

1 tbsp sugar

1 8 oz tub of Cool whip thawed , divided

1 graham cracker crust pie crust

1 15oz can of pumpkin

2 pkg Instant Vanilla Pudding and Pie Filling

1tsp Ground Cinnamon

1/2 tsp ground ginger

1/4 tsp Ground cloves

Mix Cream Cheese , 1tbsp milk and sugar in a large bowl, unitl well blended . Gently stir in half of the cool whip . Spread on bottom of pie crust.Pour 1 Cup of Milk into large bowl. Add Pumpkin, dry pudding mixes and spices. Beat with wire whisk 2 minutes or until blended.Mixture will be thick .Spread over cream cheese layer. Refridgerate 4 hours or until set. Dollup with remaining whipped cream .Pretty and Yummy !!!!!!! Enjoy

56 Days till Christmas

They are all making their way out of the Christmas closet to be inspected for any breakage that may have occured during the big move last year. These are fine, some of my favorites . They just make me smile. Watch out for the Teddy's that will soon be making their appearance.

Hugs, GG

Friday Evening Bible Study

Most every Friday evening, for almost 12 years now, my husband and I have opened our home for Bible Study and Fellowship.

We as a group of believers sometimes large , often times small, come together in Jesus' Name for prayer, fellowship, praise and to hear the Word of God.

We share a meal together, participate in the Lord's Supper and pray for whoever is sick among us anointing them with oil.

There is a "core" group , who have been here since the beginning . So many have come and gone through the years.

We are thankful to the Lord that we can meet together in His Name and seek His wisdom, direction and strength in this prophetic season that we are in .

Many of our brothers and sisters in the Lord cannot freely come together. We pray for them.

Heb:10:25: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.

It is good to be together with our brothers and sisters in Christ. Not just on Sundays , but "so much the more" whenever the Lord opens the door.

If you have a prayer request or need that we can pray about this evening , please feel free to leave a comment and we will take it to the Lord in prayer on your behalf this evening at Bible Study.

In His Love,

GG

The Road Home

This is the road that leads to our new home. It would be the road home. We took my Sister-in-Law and her husband to see our new home yesterday. One of her comments to me was that she loved the road to the home.

It is very country , very picturesque, very Fall in New England................ It got me thinking about our Road home.

Not the road that leads to our homes here. But the Road that leads to heaven. Our Home as believers.

I don't believe that there are many roads. I believe that there is one road. I believe it begins when we encounter the Lord Jesus Christ and he becomes our Personal Lord and Saviour. We begin our walk home with Him.

Sometimes there are bumps in the road, sometimes there are forks in the road, ditches, potholes, tree limbs, road-kill. All designed to cause us to seek an alternate route.

M'r:4:15: And these are they by the way side, where the word is sown; but when they have heard, satan cometh immediately, and taketh away the word that was sown in their hearts.

But the road that leads to Eternal life is one-way. God's Word tells us :

M't:7:13: Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat:M't:7:14: Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.

Jesus is the way . He is the only way.

Joh:14:6: Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.

No Better Place

Lyrics
Stephen Curtis Chapman

was eight years old when I decided to follow Jesus I started down that road, Somebody told me that this path that leads to heaven Will not be the easy way Well I found that to be true, But I also found, I found out there's No better place on earth than the road that leads to heaven No other place I'd rather be!

No better place on earth than the road that leads to heaven No better place to be!

Well, I know this road has a final destination But I also know that if we're only looking for the prize that's waiting We'll miss so much along the way 'Cause Jesus came to give us life in the here and now and to show us that there's No better place on earth than the road that leads to heaven No other place I'd rather be!

No better place on earth than the road that leads to heaven No better place to be!

I know this path we travel on Is very straight and narrow But I've looked down other roads along the way And from all I've seen I can say without a doubt there's No better place on earth than the road that leads to heaven No other place I'd rather be! No better place on earth than the road that leads to heaven No better place to be!

A Gift

My Husband and I were out yesterday in the country to take pictures of a country home we are praying about buying. And one of our "potential" new neighbors gifted us with these.

They are just lovely and will be on our table this Thanksgiving.

I was reading a past issue of Country Living about 2 months ago and saw very similar ones in the magazine. I had a thought go through my head that they were just beautiful and would be part of my "Dream" Kitchen.

Ph'p:4:8: Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

I have a little scrapbook that I have made with lovely things. Things I find pretty , little pictures and recipes, scriptures, flowers my kids, grands or husband has given me and things maybe someday I would like to have. These tureens are in the scrapbook.

I thought to myself driving home yesterday. God is so intricately involved in my daily life that he knows the things that delight my heart, that brings me joy, that calms my spirit, that reassures me of His love, and His peace and presence in my life.

I am so thankful for my relationship with God through my Wonderful Saviour Jesus Christ my Lord.

God is Faithful

1Co:1:9: God is faithful, by whom ye were called unto the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.


It is comforting to my Spirit to know .......God is Faithful.

God is in Control!!!!!

I believe that God is calling His people to pray.
The voice of the Spirit of God is beginning to be heard over and over again..........

Pray.Pray.Pray

God has the answers that we are seeking, God has the Blessing, Provision and direction He would have us to go.

If there was ever a time in our history, if there was ever a time to pray , it is now.

God does not change.

Heb:13:8: Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.

God's Word speaks to us and tells us :

2Ch:7:14: If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.

2Ch:7:15: Now mine eyes shall be open, and mine ears attent unto the prayer that is made in this place.

My prayer is that as God's Spirit continues to awaken us to prayer that we would be attentive to His prodding and we would submit and surrender to His leading.

In His Love,
GG

The Weapons of our Warfare

The Weapons of our Warfare

The season that we are in , is a season of uncertainty, trials and tribulations. I believe we are in the season of the beginnings of birth pains. The Lord told us that He has not left us alone, nor has He left us unequipped or without weapons for these battles. God’s Word tells us that we have weapons and we have Armour!

2Co:10:4-5 For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds; Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;
Our Weapons and our Armour ………..
What is it?
and
How do we use it?
We are given some insight and exhortation in Ephesians and II Corinthians ………….

Eph:6:10: Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.

Eph:6:11: Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
Eph:6:12: For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
Eph:6:13: Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
Eph:6:14: Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;
Eph:6:15: And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;
Eph:6:16: Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.
Eph:6:17: And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:
Eph:6:18: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;

Interestingly , there are Seven pieces of Armour and Weapons in this passage of scripture.
Armour is used defensively , ( to protect yourself , to stand against, to deflect an incoming attack.)
Weapons are used offensively ( to charge, to attack, to pull down, to cast down , to take captive )
you need both to have the
“Whole Armour of God”

Ro:13:12: The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light.



What is the purpose of the Armour of God

1) Eph:6:11: Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.

2) Eph:6:13: Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.

A)To stand against the wiles of the devil
B) Withstand in the evil day


Armour of God

1) Loins girt about with truth. = defensive

2) Breastplate of righteousness = defensive

3) feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace = offensive

4) Shield of Faith =offensive & defensive

5) Helmet of salvation = defensive

6) Sword of the Spirit /Word of God =offensive

7) Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; =offensive

a) Prayer and supplication always in the Spirit
b) Watching with perseverance and supplication


2Co:6:7: By the word of truth, by the power of God, by the armour of righteousness on the right hand and on the left,

I am having an awesome time in studying this topic, and look forward to sharing with you what the Lord has shared and is sharing with me in His word…………………

In His Love,
GG

They just make me smile

Italian vintage ornies
Originally uploaded by shakanik

These lovely little ornaments are really some of my very favorite.
They are Italian from the 40's I think . I really love them, the remind
me of a more gentle time.

Fear Not.................

Lu:12:32: Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom.

1Jo:4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

It is so comforting to know that God's is in control. So reassuring to me to know that God loves me and he has a plan for my life . God's hand is always in the storms of my life, He is always ever present with me.

I know in my heart that he will never leave me nor will he forsake me. Be encouraged today if you are frightened. God is on the Throne !!!!

The world is in a season of trial and tribulation , birth pains like Jesus describes to us in His word. The word of God describes it as a time unlike any other .

But for those of us that love Him and are called according to His purpose. His word states:

Ro:8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.

So in these difficult seasons, in these trials and tribulations, in these days of uncertainty and fear.

We can trust that God is with us :

Psalms:37:19: They shall not be ashamed in the evil time: and in the days of famine they shall be satisfied.

Psalms:118:17: I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD.

De:7:21: Thou shalt not be affrighted at them: for the LORD thy God is among you, a mighty God and terrible.

Heb:13:5: Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.

2Th:3:3: But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil.


God is Faithful.

Having a Voice....................

Having a voice........... After much prayer and thoughtful consideration I have decided to return to blogging and to add my voice to the millions of others that are out there, while this avenue is available. I will utilize it.

I was speaking with a Dear Friend in the past couple of weeks and we talked about having a "Voice" .

In ministering to her, God was ministering to me as well. And so that has actually prompted me to return to this venue and utilize it as a piece of the web that I hope will Glorify God, and lift up the Name of my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ!