September 11, 2012

Every American reminisced on this day of the tragedies so long ago now known simply as 911. Our hearts were broken as citizens of this great country. I read the verses in Isaiah 9:8-13 on Sept. 11, 2012. Verse 10 says, "The bricks are fallen, but we will build with hewn stones: the sycamores are cut down, but we will change them into cedars." A great prophet of our day, Dave Wilkerson, said we, as Americans, missed the message God wants us to see. We as a people mourned, built memorials, established memorials in our hearts. And that is good as a token of love and respect for all those whose lives were taken and for all those who gave their lives while rescuing others. They are truly heroes. My heart aches for the USA and for all those who are gone and their family members, friends and co workers left behind. I cannot keep the tears away when I think about or talk about that awful day. I cry for America and those who lost loved ones. I respect each one of these. But last night at church my pastor reiterated those verses to us, the congregation, and Brother Wilkerson's message about that day so long ago. Until then I didn't understand the full impact of those verses relating to the USA. The message we missed is simple, but profound. God wants His people to truly turn back to Him and be loyal and dedicated to Him with our whole hearts, not merely lip service saying we will serve Him, but with actions truly serving Him. The message pierced my heart in a way I cannot put into words. I pray that I will be loyal to God and obedient to all His ways. He is Lord and wants our leaders to be Godly men and women. People who are called Christians for a reason; that Christ truly lives in them and guides them by His Spirit. Our call is to pray that God will bring this to pass in the upcoming election. God wants us to build this great nation on His principles and the truth that Jesus is Lord. God wants Americans to rebuild our relationship with Him and let Him purify our hearts and live like it. "God, please help us!"

Surprising Melodies

Recently I asked God this: "God, I have always wanted to play a beautiful musical instrument or sing beautiful melodies to glorify and praise you. What instrument can I play now?" I waited and listened for a moment and God spoke by saying, "Your ink pen." Some of my writings are songs, some are poems that tell stories and they are all expressions of the heart inspired by God. My ink pen must write them as I get them from God and I am thankful for the gift of praise that He has given me. You may never hear my soul sing, but He does. I have always had music in me and it has always been to glorify the one who gave me this wonderful gift. Glory to my Lord and Savior, King Jesus!
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Sympathies

To all those in Aurora, CO, especially the victims and family members of victims, I express my sympathy. May the Lord help each of you to get through this awful tragedy. He is so faithful and understands our feelings and bore our griefs and sorrows. I will keep you in my prayers. May you feel the Lord's presence comforting you. Pat Rachal

SMASHWORDS SUMMER WINTER SALE

Smashwords.com has an annual Summer Winter Sale where authors can post all or some of their books on sale at various rates of 25, 50 or 75% off, or free. Please visit my page at Smashwords.com. Sale lasts until July 31. Good deals there!

When you click the link above it takes you to my page. As you scroll down the page and see the list of books, you will see regular prices listed. Click on a book that interests you and it will give you a description, the level of discount and the coupon code to use at checkout. Thanks for your support. Also, after you read my books reviews at Smashwords are very much appreciated.

God is Wonderful! I give Him glory!

Today is a beautiful day. Sunshine, blue skies, fluffy white clouds. Thank God for all His beautiful creations. Nature declares His glory. We should too.

Time

Wow! Cannot believe I haven't posted since March! I determined at first of 2012 I would not get so busy my head was spinning all the time. Needless to say it didn't happen. My head is spinning all the time. I intend to post much more often. Although my intentions are good, my actions sometimes do not follow. Sounds kinda like what Paul said. And, yes, I must confess sometimes it is much more serious than posting on a blog. One comforting thing though is that God is always in control all the time. Sometimes we just need to slow down and listen to Him. I, indeed, speak of myself in slowing down and listening. We, at my church, are currently studying about discerning the voice of God. It has been a very enlightening course of study by Priscilla Shirer. Joining together with other women to study God's Word is always a blessing in so many ways!

READ AN eBOOK WEEK

March 4-10 is Read an eBook Week. Use these coupon codes and get sale prices at Smashwords.com. Click the link below to see all my ebooks.

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Rhythms of Love
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Reflections of the Son
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GhiAna's Jewels
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Light in the Valley
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Halloween: Hallowed or Heinous?
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