Wanna Be a Steader!

Getting Old

Two elderly gentlemen from a retirement center were sitting on a bench under a tree when one turns to the other and says: 'Slim, I'm 83 years old now and I'm just full of aches and pains. I know you're about my age. How do you feel?'
Slim says, 'I feel just like a newborn baby.'
'Really!? Like a newborn baby!?'
'Yep. No hair, no teeth, and I think I just wet myself.'

*****

Hospital regulations require a wheel chair for patients being discharged. However, a student nurse found one elderly gentleman already dressed and sitting on the bed with a suitcase at his feet, who insisted he! Didn't need her help to leave the hospital.
After a chat about rules being rules, he reluctantly let the nurse wheel him to the elevator.
On the way down she asked him if his wife was meeting him.
'I don't know,' he said. 'She's still upstairs in the bathroom changing out of her hospital gown.'

*****

Couple in their nineties are both having problems remembering things. During a checkup, the doctor tells them that they're physically okay, but they might want to start writing things down to help them remember.
Later that night, while watching TV, the old man gets up from his chair. 'Want anything while I'm in the kitchen?' he asks.
'Will you get me a bowl of ice cream?'
'Sure.'
'Don't you think you should write it down so you can remember it?' she asks.
'No, I can remember it.'
'Well, I'd like some strawberries on top, too. Maybe you should write it down, so's not to forget it?'
He says, 'I can remember that. You want a bowl of ice cream with strawberries.'
'I'd also like whipped cream. I'm certain you'll forget that, write it down?' she asks..
Irritated, he says, 'I don't need to write it down, I can remember it! Ice cream with strawberries and whipped cream - I got it, for goodness sake!'
Then he toddles into the kitchen. After about 20 minutes,
The old man returns from the kitchen and hands his wife a plate of bacon and eggs. She stares at the plate for a moment.
'Where's my toast ?'

*****

A senior citizen said to his eighty-year old buddy:
'So I hear you're getting married?'
'Yep!'
'Do I know her?'
'Nope!'
'This woman, is she good looking?'
'Not really.'
'Is she a good cook?'
'Naw, she can't cook too well.'
'Does she have lots of money?'
'Nope! Poor as a church mouse.'
'Well, then, is she a good lover?'
'I don't know.'
'Why in the world do you want to marry her then?'
'Because she can still drive!'

*****

Morris, an 82 year-old man, went to the doctor to get a physical.
A few days later, the doctor saw Morris walking down the street with a gorgeous middle-aged woman on his arm.
A couple of days later, the doctor spoke to Morris and said, 'You're really doing great, aren't you?'
Morris replied, 'Just doing what you said, Doc: 'Get a hot mamma and be cheerful.''
The doctor said, 'I didn't say that. I said, 'You've got a heart murmur; be careful.' 

*****

My husband has a job! :0)

My husband accepted a position at a local company for a job beginning on July 7, Lord willing!  This should give him time to wrap up all the loose ends and hopefully sell what he needs to on our business. 

We are thankful - to have something concrete and definite and hopefully more will fall in place soon!!!

:0) yeah

ws

A Hot Day . . . A Busy Morning

Daily Devotional - Just Give Me the Truth

by Lysa TerKeurst 

 “But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.”

I Peter 3:15 (NIV)         

Devotion:

Do you know anyone who is trying out the latest New Age teachings entitled “A New Earth” by Eckhart Tolle?  Beware.  This teaching stands in stark contrast to the truths of the Bible.  As Christians it is vitally important for us to be grounded in truth so we don't inadvertently get swept up in the lies, and so that we can talk intelligently to those who are trying this stuff out.

The most dangerous theme I've discovered in this book so far is this notion that you don't have to weigh your current religious beliefs against this new age awakening. Let’s look at what it teaches.

 The Lie:  Tolle teaches you can keep all your current religious beliefs but this will help you put them into proper perspective. Those elementary ideas are a step toward spiritual progress. But if you want real success in your spirituality's effectiveness, you have to make a leap into "true enlightenment.”

In true enlightenment you will discover that "the light of consciousness is all that is necessary" for a more fulfilling existence.  Therefore, if Buddha works for you - great. If Hinduism works for you - great. If Jesus works for you - great. Tolle believes all these different avenues simply lead you to that first step toward awakening your consciousness.

According to Tolle, Jesus is basic. He was the light of your basic beliefs. But ultimately you, yourself, are the way... the truth and the life. No one comes to spiritual awakening but by reaching inside themselves and leaping to a higher consciousness of being.

 The Truth:  In John 14:6 Jesus gives us the truth which clearly refutes the notion that one can get to God through many avenues, “I am the way and the truth and the life.  No one comes to the Father except through me.”

 The Lie: Throughout the book, Tolle walks right beside Christian beliefs and uses just enough Christian lingo to make his writing appear, especially to the ungrounded Christian, truthful. For example, look at how he talks about sin:

"Sin means to miss the mark, as an archer who misses the target"... Yes! yes! I've heard this preached about at my church, a person might excitedly think. But wait, look at how he finishes this sentence:

"Sin means to miss the mark, as an archer who misses the target, so to sin means to miss the point of human existence."

 In other words, this book has been promoted as the guide by which you can find your purpose, therefore not missing the point of your existence. So, if you ascribe to this teaching and find the point of your existence, then you will not be a sinner. 

Dictionary.com has not caught up to this new definition of sin. It still defines sin this way:

1. transgression of divine law: the sin of Adam.
2. any act regarded as such a transgression, esp. a willful or deliberate violation of some religious or moral principle.

The Truth: A person who doesn’t consider themselves a sinner, is in no need of a Savior.  Do you see the slippery slope here?

 Romans 3:23 says, “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”

The truth is sin is that which separates us from God. But God has made a way for us to be forgiven of our sin through Jesus Christ... the one and only WAY.

Tolle's book is so popular right now because people want to find their way - they want to live a life that matters. They want to feel like they have a handle on their spirituality.  The problem is “A New Earth” is false teaching that will not stand the test of time. It will fall apart at the seams when life strains against it, and quite honestly, Tolle paves a quick road to eternal separation from God.
                                                                                                                                                                          

Dear Lord, open my eyes to your truth. You say if we ask for wisdom then you will give it to us.  Lord, I ask for Your wisdom and discernment to know the truth, so that I can stand firmly upon it.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

 Related Resources:

Do You Know Him?

 P31 Woman magazine

 Visit Lysa TerKeurst’s blog

 Application Steps: 

Is there anyone in my sphere of influence that I need to discuss this message with? Along with your personal testimony, this could create a wonderful opportunity for you to share God’s truth.

 Reflections: 

Am I committed to studying truth on a daily basis?

Do I know what I believe and why?

 Power Verses:

I Peter 3:15, “But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord…” (NIV) 

 Romans 3:23, “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”  (NIV)

© 2008 by Lysa TerKeurst. All rights reserved.

REprinted with permission by:  Proverbs 31 Ministries

Turkey Coop

We've just received a shipment of 15 turkeys chicks from McMurray's as part of a trial turkey coop.  Some friends of ours are trying to raise turkeys to see if poultry raising is for them.  We decided to go in on a shipment together because the local feed store is a little unreliable on when and how many turkeys they get in in the spring. 

Our friends have taken 5 live ones to raise themselves, and 4 will be purchased from us after they're grown and processed.  The other 6 will either be grown for our freezer or we may be able to give some of the chicks to some other friends of ours.  We bought the white kind as they look better when dressed.

Do you think He is serious?? The end of my BSF

16  Then the eleven disciples went away into Galilee, into a mountain where Jesus had appointed them.

17  And when they saw him, they worshipped him: but some doubted.

18  And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.

19  Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:

20  Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.

Jesus spoke and said:

Woe woe is me...........

Today I spent the afternoon (it was a beautiful warm day) in a classroom recertifying my CPR.  Oh sure, a dry warm day and that's the day I have class.  Oh well.

We also let Jackie and her kids into the barnyard/pasture this evening.  Those poor kids didn't know what to think.  Our shetlands were very curious and I was surprised at how close Jackie let them get to her kids.  She went after Wilbert when he came in for a sniff.  LOL 

Rich also set up a small pen for my turkeys.  The orginal 3 I got last month are keep flying out of their box so its time to move to the barn.  The other 7 young'ens are doing fine.  I will move the older ones tomorrow.

Tomorrow, Theresa is coming to pick up her rabbits.  I'll be very happy to have the extra cage space with those 24 little ones, I'm going to need it!  LOL

Time to get ready for bed.
Carol

Friday!

Good Morning!

Weather here is still a bit dreary, but is still quite nice.  We have been productive in the house and have tried to stay home to keep from using gas! With prices jumping 12 cents in one evening it is hard to justify going out for much of anything... but today I must.  We like our milk and I need milk so I can make bread, so we must venture out today.  That and it is our annual Antique Alley down our towns main strip and far beyond... it is always great fun and I am getting ready to head that way now.  I don't plan on buying anything unless there is something TOO delicious that I can't pass it up. I wish you all the greatest of days and that this weekend will be terrific for you as well. 

My Cup Runneth Over...Chas

Heavenly Desserts!

Blessings!

   I like desserts as well as the next person but boy do our daughters know how it's done:P

   Tonight our Miss Sarah made her delicious fresh strawberry shortcake! Yum! She makes her own homemade sweetbread shortcakes and makes a nice syrup on the strawberries with just a bit of sugar stirred in on them and serves it with a nice portion of whipped topping!

   Having that on a fresh, warm shortcake is so yummy! I always eat too much of it and always want more:P I'm also allergic to strawberries so I make sure I take my benedryl a half hour before she serves it:P Our Miss Mary-Ann is also allergic and she follows suit. No sense in letting that go to waste:P Some things are simply worth a few hives:)

   Here's her picture of her lovely creation.

   I love fruit season:) Can't wait for all those lovely pies and cobblers:)

God be with thee!

Sister Lori