An Asthmatics Miracle

The weather changes and the air becomes heavy in Kansas. For an asthmatic that can be devastating. When your neighbor uses a spray on the lawn it makes an added concern. For many years my cousins asthma has created severe breathing problems. Her air passages close and she feel like she is being sufficated. Monday night the combination of things put Pam into an ANAPHYLACTIC SHOCK. She felt she was dying. For the first time instead of panicking, she felt quiet. She just asked God to hold her. For some reason, she heard my voice saying to her HE LOVES YOU. I had been praying for her as she has been my Christian partner. Her lips got blisters and puffy, her throat closed. After two hours of quiet, the reaction eased. The next day she went into the doctor who told her ANAPHYLACTIC SHOCK doesn't reverse without medication. It couldn't have been that. It started again in the doctor's office. She was immediately put on medication. The doctor said she didn't understand how she could have made it though the night without any treatment.I don't either but we both believe that she had a special angel at her side. Her co-workers have now been trained to medicate her.

God says ASK because I am great

My Pastor-----My Friend

I have waited some time to tell you of my story of a gift and friendship so absolutely amazing to me. God has blessed me to the highest heights by putting an extrodinary person in my life, my Pastor and my friend. When God created Mary, He knew exactly what he was doing. He granted her wisdom, He gave her challenges, He granted her understanding and caring with kindness beyond compare. He gave her a strong attitude and a lovely sense of humor. God has used her to impact my life so amazingly. Pastor Mary reconnected me to God. Mary connected me to an outstanding friend. I have watched her as she handled many difficult situations, sometimes a little amazed at the outcomes. I have learned so very much. I have seen the contentment, the hurt, exhaustion and absolute joy in her. I have seen your outstanding gifts given to this beautiful woman. God keep your arms around her and keep her humble. Bless her with ALL your gifts. You have totally cherished our church with this beautiful Pastor and me with a beautiful friend. clc

Message from a Monarch

Has God ever sent you a special messenger? Thursday as I finished walking around the Court House square, I had received a visit from a beautiful yellow Monarch. I have not seen a Monarch for a very very long time. This wonderful butterfly was nestled in the street right by my left tire of my car. As I looked closer, the butterfly continued to flap it's wings and stay put. Then all of a sudden, instead of flying off, it flew around me, 3 times and then it settled back down to where it originally sat. What a special reminder of God's love for us. I had asked God to please show me where I could give my service to him. He led me down the street to Open Door. There was a line of people waiting to get food and to eat. With the economy the way it is, they are just overwhelmed. A dear friend of mine, Diane I. had returned as the coordinator after taking 3 years off. I just had to stop in to ask her.....what do you need? I was greeted not only by Diane but one of the adult children of the Come Alive service at my church. I dearly love this young lady. Diane took time with me and said they needed canned fruit, canned protein, diapers and school supplies for the fall. I CAN DO THAT. I CAN HELP GATHER THE ITEMS AND GET THEM TO HER. Dear God you have helped me serve you and I thank you. clc

Fathers Day

Fathers Day Celebrations.....I was given the opportunity to celebrate Fathers Day with my family today. We gathered at Sean's for a wonderful BBQ with Alicia's Family. After we went home, I had received an invitation to go to the "gang" church called the Bethel Church and see a beautiful play the young children had put together for their fathers. It was such a strong meaning. I still had time to get to the Heights church and observe the Christian Rock group "Downhere"
They were very wonderful. IT WAS A BEAUTIFUL DAY and I THANK YOU.

Galatians 2:20

Galatians 2:20
"I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God who loved me and gave himself for me."

As I watched the youth from the church receive their confirmation, I was so impressed that they each had a Biblical verse. I had never chosen one. As I searched through the Bible, I asked for help, to choose one that hit my heart. A number of people suggested I choose one about joy since I seemed to be so happy. I felt I needed one on the importance of the crucifixion. Galatians 2:20 just jumped out of the Bible for me. Yes, this was it! Thank you God. I made a promise that within a week of my special gift being presented to me, I would honor God. In every way, God was included in this process. I love you God and thank you for being with me.

My Humble Obedience-----

Dear God, I pray to you my humble obedience. You are such a great GOD. I will listen and obey. Holy Spirit, I am so very thrilled that you chose to come to me. I called out for two weeks, not knowing you were there. The two weeks following, I knew you were with me but did not understand how to access your gifts. I knew I could speak different words but was not sure if I was making them up. I was given that gift on May 31st. Two weeks later I was able to meet with Pastor Mary of the church and Becky. They confirmed that I had been speaking tongues for two weeks. Bless You Holy Spirit. I was told to continue speaking and practicing. As I went home, I was excited and confused. On June 14th that night, I was given a second tongue. I do not understand any of this. Now I can speak two. The second one is so much faster. How blessed can I be. I may not receive it but I am asking for interpretation. I want it all!!!! This is not a selfish request, it is an honest request. I will never misuse the skill. I will always keep it humble. My life is dedicated to you. clc

Pam, A Child of Christ

Pammy and I were born six months apart and grew up a few blocks from each other. We were always like sisters but Pam was older and very independent. I was the very shy girl that hid behind my mother's skirt. Pam had beautiful, almost white hair and I had dark curly hair. She was definately gorgeous. Over the years we drifted apart in our communication. The last couple of months we have become sisters again. We needed each other. Pam said she has prayed for me every night. I never knew that. Tonight she said she thought GOD had put me in her life. Can you imagine? Me? She is so excited when I call. She has stopped by the Christian Book Store and is buying books. She is going to visit churches including the Lutheran Church down the street. They also have a contemporary service. She has such good things going on in her life right now. I am so excited for her. I just love Pam and I am so very proud of her. She would like to get a necklace that says "A Child of Christ" on it. I think she should, she has definately accepted that role. I will grant you the gift of the necklace no later than your birthday cousin. Love ya Pammy

Friday, June 12th The Faith

Today I had asked God to speak to me.....here's what happened, small but mighty

1. I took my morning walk downtown by the square today before I went to the library. I was by myself. As I got to Cortez street I asked God to show me any sign that he was real, something unusual, I normally look ahead when walking, today I had just looked up at the beautiful trees and there it was. I stopped and then started snickering. There it was. One lady walked right into the park bench and then shortly after that, another lady walked right into the curb. High up, very high up in the bend of the tree was a pair of beautiful multicolored sneakers, just laying there. They had not been flung up there, they were just laying gently side by side.

2. On Thursday afternoon, I started searching for the book The Faith as I realized I really did need it for my Bible Study. No one had the book, no book store, no library, no used book store.
The library said they would hold it if it came in which is normally a week. I said ok but there was no message on the computer late Thursday night. For some reason, I got up in the middle of the night. I never check my email but I did and it downloaded an email saying the book was in and would be on hold for me to pick up. No book Thursday night, notice in the middle of the night?

3. As I was leaving the library, there were 2 glass doors, one younger man held the door open and said to me "I just felt like holding doors today" then as I exited the other door and middle age man held that door and said "I guess it is just your day."

4. The postman met me at my neighbor's house. I had an important letter that needed to get in the mail today, as I was returning from the square, I prayed that the postman would be timed to meet me to get the letter, I had forgotten to put in the box. At 12:45, I was pulling down the street and there he was. He was right on time, I held the letter up and he was delighted to take it with him. Timing: perfect, 2 minutes later he would not have been there.

Four simple messages to me, all in one day. All perfect timing. All pre-arranged. Thank You!!!

Renewing Friendships

I suddenly realize that I had almost lost one of the most beautiful friendships that I had ever known. I am renewing that relationship now. I have started walking with a very dear friend whose companionship had been lost for some time. We had greeted each other when we saw each other and that was it. The gentle walks, not worried about time or distractions have come back to us. As we walk, we are renewing something very dear for both of us, a special friendship. I miss her tremendously when we can't be together. We are both learning to appreciate our gentle strolls and GOD's beautiful world. My 80 year old friend challenges me in every way.

Come To Me

The other night, I decided to spend 20 minutes on my knees in wait. I thought if I asked God for his word, I would hear it. I talk to him all the time but I do not wait or listen for answers. I decided it was time. So, I knelt and I knelt and I knelt and I knelt....NOTHING. I finally decided well ok then, I'll keep trying on another night and started to get up. Suddenly I heard the same phrase 3 times. Come To Me Come To Me Come To Me and that is it. I have not heard it since. I have dedicated my life to Him but I am not sure what He actually has in mind for me. When will I get the rest of the answers? When will I quit feeling so very silly and be so very glad that I am having these experiences? I trust you Lord but I need more.....I don't understand. clc

Cloud C

What a beautiful day it is. The sun is out, the sky is clear, I am returning from Bible Study
and as I look up into the sky there is a C. A beautiful white fluffy C. I don't know how long it has been there. Have you ever just looked at the clouds? Oh my goodness, there are so many pictures and letters to be seen. When I was a kid, I used to lay on the ground and find the pictures but my goodness, I have not seen them for years. Life is too rushed, too many things to do and get accomplished. God asks us to take time. I know you can take 5 minutes to go outside, and just study those beautiful beautiful clouds that he has created. Let your mind just take a break.....................run....................you are missing such a beautiful blessing. Do you see my C?

Roller Coaster Rides

My cousin Pam knows how much I HATE roller coasters. I have been on a roller coaster for about 2 weeks now. I sit in my room reading a book, typing on the computer or doing something else and my entire body just feels the sensation of when the roller coaster as it starts down the steep hill. I have no idea when it will start or when it will end. It is a very weird sensation but for some reason I am not scared like when I was a kid. It is almost funny. I normally giggle and keep on working and then say a very big THANK YOU. Pam I love you, I know how much you support me and you are totally awesome. You will know my when I take my next BIG step. clc

My Totally Awesome Christian Daughter

I am so very very blessed. I have a beautiful daughter that has been a dedicated Christian much longer than I have. She never gave up on me. She was always there. Teri has been my inspiration for many years. While she was worshiping, I was watching TV with envy, While she was praying, I was with the teens on a project. I never even told her how much she meant to me. TERI YOU MEAN MORE TO ME THAN almost anything. GOD comes first and I know that is the same for you. I pray each day for the happiness and contentment of your family. You are a beautiful child of Christ.

Brenda and Charlie

I pour my heart out to Brenda and Charlie. Brenda just heard that her brother has cancer. A week ago, together we took the petition to the Cross. I don't know why, I just sobbed and sobbed. My prayers are that God will be with him and help his family and the doctors during his surgery. I pray that they may be conforted in knowing that God is there with them. Brenda and Charlie are my best friends. They are fairly new Christians also so we are learning and supporting each other. My heart is totally entwined with theirs.

My Christian Support

I am so excited today.........I will have lunch with my Christian friend Nancy.......When I joined the church Nancy and Gary were there for me and have been ever since. She has encouraged me, listened to me and supported me. I love her so very much. Yesterday Nancy finally held her hand up high as we were singing to the Lord. I hope we will always be there for each other. I need her so much. clc

The Cross

Last week God really surprised me. I had asked my husband many times if he was a Christian. I had always heard he was a agnostic? Today he said yes he was. I said do you know what that means? You have to invite Jesus into your heart and ask him to forgive your sins. He said he had. I just have to leave that up to Jesus and my husband. I do know however...........that when I asked him if he would like to go to the movies with me to see The Cross....he said he would go.

We have not seen many movies together over our married life. Certainly we have NOT seen movies like THE CROSS. I have always been told..........no, you go on. THE CROSS.....can you imagine, God worked a miracle last week.

Lunch with my Favorite Felon..

Last week I had lunch with a very dear friend. I have known her for a year and a half. She is a felon and should have served 5 years in prison for use of drugs. She received 3 months jail time. There was much more to her story but I will leave that for her to tell. My friend has become the most beautiful Christain I have ever known. She is such an inspiration to me. We both have the same Biblical passage GALATIANS 2:20. I feel so blessed that God has surrounded me by beautiful Christian friends. Thank you

A Day with My Lord

Today is the happiest day of my life. I am totally absorbed in studying the Bible and learning about Jesus. But more than anything..............you know what, last week...........He visited me.
I had asked him over and over to visit and talk with me. NOTHING.............Then suddenly one night, the lights over my bed went out. I had been reading yes ANOTHER book, I could not read....for 45 minutes, we spent time together, just together.

Now, I know you think this is very weird.............but it happened. It was followed by a dream. A beautiful dream. All of my Chrisitian Friends were in Heaven with me. It was beautiful. My Pastor was there also. I have had 2 dreams both beautiful.

My second dream.........It was just Jesus and I, we were dancing together. Just the two of us. Then when the dance was over, he was gone. I am just so filled with the Holy Spirit it is exciting. But I know right now this is a Beginning Chrisitian feeling. I can't wait for what comes and I will be ready for the ups and downs. clc