Sometimes when life is hard and I get a bit discouraged, I take out my old journals and read the words,
I am reminded, whispers of promise peek through the praise,
I think of all the times that the Lord has blessed my life,
When I look around, and see the beauty,
Then I want to delight in Him.
Suddenly I am reminded of the hope in tomorrow,
And for blessings on the way.
Psalm 37:4 NIV
" Delight yourself in the LORD
and he will give you the desires of your heart."
The song for this post is I Delight In You.
Later this afternoon, I picked up a favorite book which I had bookmarked with a card with my Grandmother's name, Helen written on it. I read the page I had bookmarked. There was the same verse about Delighting yourself in the Lord. I knew that it was surely the message for today. I sat with my cup of tea, and spent a bit longer reading my devotional.
Hello Karen,
Love your post and photos!
~ Gabriela ~
Ahhhhhh . . . just the words I needed to hear on a Monday of "slumping" proportions. I delight in Him -- thanks for the reminder. : )
p.s.
GORGEOUS photos!
Beautiful. This was my first visit to your blog. Nice. You really know how to lift spirits. Blessings, Lilli
Hi Karen thank you for your prayers for my Dad. We are waiting on more tests to be done to know what we are really dealing with.
Alison
You first photo is fantastic. It looks like past years in Michigan in the fall but this year so far has been a dud. Not exceptional for fall colors.
Thanks for reminding me to take a look around at all of God's beauty.
A lovely post and timely for me. I woke up just feeling inexplicably 'blah'. I had been speaking sternly to my soul all day! But visiting your blog just lifted me up and out! Thanks, dear friend and also for the visits to the Cottage. You are always an honoured guest.
I have found that counting my blessings always makes me forget about my discouragements. A lttle extra time with our heavenly father is just the thing to pick us up:>) Blessings and prayers for you Karen.
This is such a lovely Psalm, and I really love the painting. The message you are sharing is such an inspiration. We need but focus on our blessings in order to know faith.
Beautiful pics and inspiration,
Susannah
Good morning Karen... I love this inspirational post and I thank YOU for reminding me this early in the morning that I have a wonderful and ever omnipotent Father, who I can come to when ever I want..... Your photos are lovely; I particularly liked the two first one. I love the woods! Is that lovely woody area close to your house? Oh, and by the way, your new blog banner is lovely; and very creative.
Wishing you a happy Tuesday and rest of the week my sweet lady...
cielo
Thanks for posting that reminder that blessings are on the way. Yesterday was a day for that reminder. Bless you and hugs, Susan
Beautiful photos and a very inspirational post....
Your photo's blow me away. And your blog is such a delight!
This is so beautiful. You are my inspiration....m....
Hello Karen,
Peace and love and smiles and hugs! Happy T-Th.
j
Wonderful photography and insight.
Elizabeth
Hello Karen!
What a lovely post, such beautiful and encouraging words. Thank you so much for sharing them.
Smiles...
Beverly
How wonderful to focus on God's beautiful blessings!
:)
~Becca~
What gorgeous pictures. Loved your Halloween party.. Mimi
Beautiful photos! I especially love the one with the red tint. That is the most beautifully wrapped package!
Kady
Hi Karen
I've having a giveaway. Make sure you stop by.
Hugs, Rhondi
woow, amazing.
I discovered your blog today. Thank you. Blessings to you. Your blog is a place of peace and reflection.
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