embracethecross
John 8:12 "I am the light of the world."
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
"Army of Prayer & Rosary"
Today is Tues. "Army of Prayer & Rosary." May you go to
Days of the Week Music ; you will find Tues. between the
Crosses +++
Blessings in Christ Love,
Lori Foster
What Are You Painting Today ; 4-20-2021
Revelation , by Newsboys one of my favorite !
What Are You Painting Today ?
What are you painting today ' says the Lord !
What ? I am not a painter , what
do you mean ?
Do you love color ?
Do you enjoy fresh clean sheets ?
Yes , Lord , but that is not painting !
Think again , my child
Your home is like a painting to me
Your home is like a painting to your
family !
So I ask you again !
What are you painting today ?
But , My Lord , I am really
not a painter !
Every time you straighten up your
bedrooms ; you are beginning to
paint your home.
Every time you begin to do the
dishes ; you are painting a
beautiful painting for me and
those around you !
Lord ' you mean when I am
sweeping my floor ,
I am painting ?
Yes ! very much so !
I am the first one that
will see how you make
your first stroke of paint
on your page.
Lord , what about doing my
laundry ? Do you consider that
art work ?
Yes ! Look around !
A good painter will
vision his scenery ;
he will begin to place
his paint brush , ever
so gently on the page.
The painter always
loves to think of colors
and how to mix the colors
together !
But , my Lord ! What does
that have to do with my
house and daily chores ?
Your home is a place where
the most important people ,
whom you will ever meet , are in
your presence. Your family are the
most important people , whom
you should always hold on ,
and give your attention to.
Lord ! Are you telling me ,
that I am painting my home
for my family ?
Yes , my child ! But much
more ! You are painting
your home for me !
I see your home daily and
many things draw my attention
to . It's not only your physical
work , but your emotional and
spiritual well being as well !
What are you saying , my Lord ?
What you place your
ears to hear , and your eyes
to see , are instruments
that must be taken care of on a
daily basis.
Your ears are the color of
"yellow" It's being aware and
listening to those around you ;
such as a caution light.
Try not to be lacking in
your "attentiveness "of
your families needs and
those around you.
When you listen to sound
and music ; what kind of
signals are they producing?
Are the sounds soft and calming
or loud and scattered ?
But ' Lord ! Sometimes I need
energized !
Yes that is fine , however be
careful of what you choose for
your setting .
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Your eyes are the color of
"blue , green or brown"
It's seeing the great
beauty all around you ;
such as the ocean , trees,
and the sky !
Who is that beauty , my Lord ?
You are ! " Yourself and your
family !" They are the greatest
beauty of them all !
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But one of the greatest
instrument's of all is your
Voice . the color of "white."
Your voice is like the
background of the artist
page. It's the important
piece that keeps your
painting all together !
It's the platform that
your eyes , and ears ,
depend upon.
What do you mean , my Lord ?
Your voice sets the tone for
the rest of the body to receive.
A good artist knows that his
background is the important
piece that balances his artwork.
What does that have to do with
my voice , my Lord ?
Your voice and how you choose
to speak ; carries out the
rest of your body !
The tone in our voice can bring
forth fear and pain or on the
other hand ; happiness and joy !
Maybe it's the way people speak
to their spouses , or discipline
their children. Our voices helps
to keep our ears, and eyes in
balance of our everyday living !
Please , explain that Lord , to me
better !
A good artist always knows how
to capture his art piece.
The scenery will be placed in
given order. The artist has to
know his colors to mix and the
brushes to use . An art piece often tells
a story and there will be something
unique about his or her style.
The people looking at the art piece, will
be astonished or amazed ! Maybe the
artist doesn't always paint beauty , but
always shows character of something or
someone.
The artist tries to tell a story to his
audience through his or her painting.
Lord ! Are you telling me , that
my house tells a story ?
Yes ' my child !
Your house is part of your
soul ; so to speak.
It's our actions we give towards
others , and it's our voice that
sets the stage.
If we appear to be standoffish or
disengaged of those around us , it
can cause pain , loneliness, and a
sense of feeling unimportant. If
neglected , our house becomes
uncared for and broken.
Our ears, eyes, and voices are what
sets the tone for a successful and
prosperous home. They also bring
forth concern for others needs
and wants.
If a person is always feeding their
soul into grim , sad, and darkness,
their home will become dull and
non-vibrant.
So , I ask you my dear child of mine
"What are you painting today !"
Oh ' My Lord ! My answer will be
"My Love."
I will begin to paint my home
today !
May you hold on to your
paintbrush and gently
paint your picture ,
my child ' I will be
your guide +++
Note: please be patient with yourself. Take small
steps each and every day! God is with you💞
_Diamonds from Heaven /4-2021_
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Audrey Assad Song by Song / 8-2017
Top Christian Songs Mix / 9-2017
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Isaiah 64: Verse 8 : And yet , O Lord, you are Our Father. We are the
clay , and you are the potter... God you are the potter , I am the clay.
Jeremiah Ch:18 Verse 22 Like the clay in the potters hand so
are you in my hand O house of Israel
Sunday, April 18, 2021
Oh ' No ' I Lost It !
I wanted to tell you about a time in 2015, during my early writings of
"Embrace The Cross." A few years before 2015, I had been wanting
to build a website called "Embrace the Cross." I knew my son, Seth
being in Computer Science, and knowing how to build websites, could
probably build me one. Because. he had a full-time job at a university and he
was such a busy person, I didn't know if he would have the time. Throughout
the years I had cancelled it twice and told my son," I am still in prayer about it."
He would always answer me in a caring way "O-K Mom, I will hold on to all your
writings.
Finally, in July of 2014, I asked my son if he could still build me
a website and he replied, " Yes ' Mom, perfect timing! I had just built one
for my professor!" I was so excited of his response and a lot surer of myself.
I remember being at a family gathering and he showed me the "Embrace the Cross"
image on his phone.
Well, as time evolved, he kept working on my website and I was
continuing on writing short stories on paper. He said it would be a lot easier
if I could type all my stories, that I had so far, and email them to him.
I said, "Yes ' I know how to type.
I hadn't typed since the early 1980's, but I was eager to help! My daughter
at that time was 15 and she helped me with the computer.
I didn't know anything about the computer; however, my typing skills did kick in!
One day I had been working on "Embrace the Cross " website and I had been
at my computer for hours. Seth had already had much of my writings on my
website, but I accidently deleted all my writings! I was so sad and didn't know
what to do! Immediately, I called my son, and he told me that I didn't lose it
completely, furthermore, He said he could get it back. I was forever grateful!
My husband saw me sitting at my computer in distress and I sadly said to him, " Oh ' no ' I lost it!" then
he said, "If I was you, I would be crying!" I replied back in saying," Seth said
he could get it back!" It's somewhere out there in outer space!" It took my son
at least 2 hrs. to get the "Embrace the Cross" website back. (Note: my son
lives several hours away.)
So, a year passes by, and I am still sending Seth, my writings by email.
April of 2016, He mentions to me about having a blog. I said, "A blog! What's a blog?"
My blog began in April of 2016, and I have been writing ever since.
Army of Prayer & Rosary, began on March 1, 1994, and everything was sent
out by paper form; for many years. "Embrace The Cross" began Feb. 5, 2008, and was
given on paper form as well. They both were sent out together where God placed my
heart upon.
I ask God to keep blessing "Embrace the Cross" and all who are
"Embracing The Cross of Jesus." My prayer is
" Dear Lord, take "Embrace the Cross" where it needs to go and where you want it to go."
How Embrace the Cross began; posted May 2, 2016
The Boys On The Church Steps ; May 12 2016
My Signature is Written On Your Heart ; 4-5-2017
embraceholycross.com (My first website ; Embrace The Cross.) If you use a computer you can
view the links on the left side .)
Saturday, April 17, 2021
Listen To Him
Matthew Ch. 17 Verse 5 :While he was still speaking, a bright
cloud overshadowed them, and behold , a voice
out of the cloud said, "This is my beloved Son, with whom
I am will-pleased; Listen to Him !"
Matthew Ch: 28 Verse 3: And his appearance was like lightning,
and his clothing as white as snow.
Revelation Ch. 18 Verse 1: After these things I saw another angel
coming down from heaven, having great authority , and the earth
was illumined with his glory.
Overwhelmed (you will love this song & video)
Friday, April 16, 2021
In You O Lord I Take Refuge
Psalm 31 of David . In you, O Lord , I have
taken refuge ; let me never be put to shame ;
deliver me in your righteousness. Turn your
ear to me, come quickly to my rescue ; be my
rock of refuge , a strong fortress to save me.
Since you are my rock and my fortress, for
sake of your name lead and guide me. +++
The Storm is Near ; short story
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