I`m in a wonderful Bible Study with some Homeschool Mom`s.We were discussing what is God`s love verses Peter`s love.But also what about our own love relationship?The way we love each other can distort how we perceive God`s love.As imperfect people, we exhibit imperfect love.Conditional responses,wrong motives,and emotional hi`s and lo`s taint our understanding of God`s pure love.We feel unworthy of God`s love.This is the devil`s trap.We have assurance of scripture that the Father love`s us completely, regardless of our actions.What I learned is that God gave us His Word for instruction and inspiration, not as a measuring stick by which He distributes love.I still have a long way to learn about His love.

As I study the bible I realized am I setting a good example to my children when I am so inconsistent.God designed the family to be the spiritual training.(Deut.6.7)but maybe we should also read in (Psalm78.1-7)that the home is a ongoingspiritual training place.we have alot of responsibility.Pray that I can be consistent

It,s been along time blogging, but I get so much work done.Last week it was turn off your TV, so guess what I turned off TV and computer.We had great school days and lo and behold I have a clean house.Oh and I finally got to start the latest  Beverly Lewis book.

Thanks AmyBeth for instructions on how to login again after updates..........

A Valentine’s Day Prayer

“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.” – I CORINTHIANS 13:4-7 NIV

Lord,
Because love is patient…
Help me to be slow to judge, but quick to listen.
Hesitant to criticize, but eager to encourage,
remembering your endless patience with me.

Because love is kind…
Help my words to be gentle and my actions to be thoughtful. Remind me to smile and to say “Please” and “Thank You”
because those little things still mean so much.

Because love does not envy or boast, and it is not proud…
Help me have a heart that is humble and sees the good in others. May I celebrate and appreciate all that I have and all that I am, as well as doing the same for those around me.

Because love is not rude or self-seeking…
Help me to speak words that are easy on the ear and on the heart. When I’m tempted to get wrapped up in my own little world, remind me there’s a great big world out there full of needs and hurts.

Because love is not easily angered and keeps no record of wrongs…
Help me to forgive others as you have forgiven me. When I want to hold onto a grudge, gently help me release it so I can reach out with a hand of love instead.

Because love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth…
Help me stand up for what is right and good. May I defend the defenseless, and help the helpless. Show me how I can make a difference.

Because love always protects and always trusts…
Help me to be a refuge for those around me. When the world outside is harsh and cold, may my heart be a place of acceptance and warmth.

Finally, because love always perseveres…
Help my heart continually beat with love for You and others. Thank you for this day when we celebrate love, and for showing us what that word really means. Amen.

Holley Gerth

I have tried to write on my blog twice today, and my kids interupt  me with endless questions. As I was seeking to be a biblical wife and mother I find on Revive Our Hearts a 30 day Husband Encouragement Challenge for wives.Hope you find this web sight as interesting as I have.God Bless.......

I`m back from a very long trip. I went to Utah to see my eldest Bree she was in need of her Mother, because she was going to be a First time MOM.And she has blessed me with a wonderful granddaughter,Liberty Lynn....Born on Nov 10.Me and my children stayed with Bree until Dec18th.My wonderful Husband drove us back home to my beloved Tennessee.It`s been none stop since we have been home.Thanks to Amy Beth for helping me out.

Amy Beth is sitting next to me.Making me learn how to make a entry.Hope she,ll let  me go home for dinner.