A peaceful present. Dad launched this tradition years ago. The peace sign is given to one another when we leave a family get-together or outing. Some of us yell, “I love you” until we’re out of sight from one another. Now, my little grands even give the peace and I-love-you signs. What peaceful presents (presence)! Do you have peace in YOUR heart? Is it reliant on the circumstances of the world? Why was my peace feeling challenged for several days?
“If we have no peace, it’s because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.”- Mother Teresa
Peace. If only it were as easy as giving the peace sign.
My heart raced with every “ding” of my phone. The T.V. left me “braindead” and dull. Purposefully, I’d try and read, but my head hurt. I’d try to write and my brain felt bamboozled. My washer began making these terrible sounds; water leaked underneath it. Ding! Another text. I opened two unexpected bills after I unplugged my washer. Ding! PAUSE. PRAY. PRAISE. Two more dings of my phone. The hospital needed more information. My stomach was aching. I hadn’t eaten so my glucose monitor was beeping at me. My neck and back pain forced me to take more Tylenol. PAUSE. PRAY. PRAISE. Ding! Ding! Everything seemed to be too much. If it costs me my peace, is it worth it?
“God cannot give us a happiness and peace apart from Himself, because it is not there. There is no such thing.”
C.S. Lewis
I’m on year 3 of my cancer journey. Like diabetes, it’s not going to go “away”, but I can do things to help myself when the things I have NO control over start to pull me down (unexpected pain, aches, infection, new thyroid issues, etc…). Why does it seem that I’m on overload? DING! Do you feel that way?
As a visual learner I decided to make a list of the things that make up my LIFE. Creating this form made me happy (the teacher in me ;-).
Karla’s Life Chart by K.L.Hale
The four categories I chose were the best ways for me to visualize my “life”. All of these are important. However, many are non-negotiables! My life is not the same as it was before cancer, the surgery, and treatments. It is…life.
What things make your life? What are the most important? Do you feel bombarded or on information overload? Do you struggle keeping up with what matters most?
My precious parents share their struggles of aging. I’ve witnessed it just as they’ve witnessed my difficulties. My grandchildren are growing like weeds. My adult “kids” will experience new stages. Ah, the circle of life. There’s no need for me to overthink things! It took me years to cure my thinking disease! For my thoughts do not make me.
What does all of this have to do with peace?
“Lord, make me an instrument of thy peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love.”
Francis of Assisi
When the things of life are not honoring God or giving him credit, I fall out of peace. It’s not easy to praise him when the washer and health are both breaking. How can I have peace if communication (aside from talking to my Heavenly Father) takes up every part of my day and other things aren’t addressed? If one area MUST be addressed, will the other areas just…wait? Be discarded? Move down the list?
It’s a ME problem. 🙏🏻
“God, you own it ALL. I’m sorry if I make it about me. Without you, there’s no true peace. You’ve told us to prepare for suffering if we follow you. These are the things that grow our faith. I’m ONLY saved by YOUR grace. It’s not from striving, being, or doing. It’s a gift. I heard the call and I accepted it. I was blind and now I see. It was a “me” problem. Thank you for saving me despite ME and my sin.”🙏🏻
All of us have the opportunity to accept this free gift. But I fear many won’t hear. The “dings” of this country and it’s continuous focus on materialism and “me” will drown the sound. I’m silencing all the “dings” of this world, Heavenly Father.
Have faith 💚 Do you know how loved you are?
Friends, thank you for reading and supporting me! My peace restores quicker than my body does at times–but still, I can laugh and find joy! I hope and pray you can find joy and laughter in the things that matter most. Keep on keeping on and don’t lose faith and hope! 💚🙏🏻🤗
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:7
My faith and peace are firmly planted in God’s promises. People, possessions, and passions will fail. The peace of God remains.
K.L. Hale
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Lovely to see you Karla, and witness your unconquerable spirit, you always inspire me to be deeply grateful for my life. Love to you 💕
It’s always so wonderful to see you, dear Kate. I often think of you, my friend. It touches my heart that we can impact one another in the ways we do.
Love to you too, my friend. ❤️❤️
I’m sharing your post with Tania this morning…she is inbetween some pain bouts. There is a sadness on our part as caregivers that crowds out our peace if we don’t watch out. Praying for you so often Karla…our peace is a person, yes, and such a gift in all times good or bad.
Oh, Gary, I’m so sad to hear this. Yes, my sister and parents can relate to that. Tania is so dear to all of our hearts and to see our loved ones in pain can disrupt peace.
I pray for Tania, Cheryl, You, and the entire crew daily, Gary. You’re blessings.
I say, “Hooray for blenders!” as it seems we’re finally on the verge of whirled peas.
But I do believe there is a peace that surpasses all understanding. I think sometimes I catch a glimpse of it. Either that or I’m just slipping into a fog, from watching too much TV.
I get the sense you’re well aware of this peace, though. And I believe that no matter what your state of health is, or no matter where you live, whether it be Nigeria or a first-world country, this kind of peace makes you one of the luckiest people on earth.
Thank you, Tippy! “whirled peas it is! Oh my!
I do feel lucky, blessed, and extremely joyful. It’s not an easy road; but one of great learning and experience, my friend.
Along with the challenges, I’ve had some silly fun recently. I told C yesterday that you’d enjoy it, too! I’ll have to email though for you to fully partake in the silliness!
Thank you for being part of my nut gallery. I mean peanut gallery. You’re a great friend and support, Tippy! Many blessings and much peas!
You can email me anytime you want, at tippygnu-mail@yahoo.com. And the sillier, the better.
Yippee!! Thank you! 😊
Our silly chain , C
Hi, Tippy! I’m not able to send to your email address at tippygnumail@yahoo.com I’m sure I’m doing something wrong?
You have to put a dash between tippygnu and mail: tippygnu-mail@yahoo.com.
Ah, got it, Tippy!
I love your chart. 🩷 And I needed this today. Thank you, Karla.
Thank you, Kelley. I’m so happy this resonates with you, dear friend. It’s been quite a challenge to publish it and am still working with the “Happy engineers” on it. Ah, peace,… It’s within us and in God. It’s my blessing to be here and support you. Sending love and prayers. 🙏🏻❤️
I love your peace!!! The one that passes all understanding. Hours, a day, or weeks full of dings never takes that away! Love your Life Chart. I work well with flow charts, so you are teaching me to go back to basics. I love you.
Bunny
I love you dearly, wombmate. Thank you for being you and taking time yesterday to laugh and enjoy life. It was so needed! You’re a one-of-a-kind even though we’re a pair! I’m so happy you enjoyed the flow chart. I’m still working with the “engineers” on some content that has been taken down. I’ll keep you informed. Thank you for being my rock. I love you!
I find your strong spirit very inspiring, Karla. You have been through it all and still you rise! Good for you!! I love your life chart. You are a very busy woman. I don’t know how you keep up with it all.
Your faith sharing took me to my favorite benediction that I am sharing with you:
Jude 24-25
Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, And to present you faultless Before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy, To God our Savior, Who alone is wise, Be glory and majesty, Dominion and power, Both now and forever. Amen.
Dwight, I appreciate you much. You’re dear to me!
My mom says the same thing about my schedule. I’m still learning!
It’s easier when I let God “arrange” all those blessings according to his schedule for me! I mess it up~ and he gives such grace and love!
There are times I cry and think, “I can’t do this!” And HE says, “You can WITH me!”
It’s funny what doesn’t have to be done when Christ leads it~ because the things he’d rather me do remind me of using my childlike faith~ that grew deeper into my faith now~to just simply show his love and help make other disciples!
And I could still give up more, Dwight. Us humans love clinging to comfort don’t we?
I love the benediction from Jude. Amen 🙏 all glory to God!
God bless you, dear Friend!! 💚🙏❤️
You take care of yourself, my friend!
♥️🤗
“There’s no need for me to overthink things! It took me years to cure my thinking disease! For my thoughts do not make me.”
My thoughts do not make me. That’s a powerful statement!
It’s frustrating how the “Dings” of life keep coming, overwhelming us with the urgent. But what’s really important still remains.
You are a brave and a beautiful soul, Karla, and I am inspired by your continued trust in the God who holds everything in His capable hands.
🙏❤️ blessings!
David, thank you, brother!
Your precious message and encouragement lift my morning!
Isn’t God grand?!?!
God bless you and yours, dear friend. Keep being you and a light for all those kids and teachers! 💕🙏🙌🏻
Thank you, Karla. We are on Fall break this week. Last week was a doozy, with lots of student discipline and also adulting adults. I know you understand. Please pray that God will continue to help me do this job, because some days I wonder how to keep going. However, I know God called me to do this!
My heart, head, and soul are all nodding!! Dear friend, I understand. I JUST prayed for you! It’s not easy,…I’m sending support and love as you continue walking out HIS will, David!🙏🙏🙏💚
Great post, Karla. Indeed, the peace of God surpasses all understanding. And Clive Staples was right – “God cannot give us a happiness and peace apart from Himself, because it is not there. There is no such thing.” All of the peace and other gifts, the promises, the power and authority, and the rest of the spiritual fruit of our God come to us by the one single grace He gives – the life of His Son, Jesus, living in us. True peace comes only through Christ’s Spirit and life in us.
What a joy it is to see the life of Christ growing deeper into your living, Karla. All who are connected to you are enjoying the springs of living water that flow from your innermost being. Of course. This is the promise of Jesus in John 7, after all.
Will be like John Denver in a few days. Not dead, but
“Back Home Again.” Until such time, may our God bless and keep you both, and your entire tribe as well.
Tim
Thank you, dear friend. It’s such a relief, as you know well, that this Christ life in us provides peace and a power! When I think of my rebirth in him and this life I still have, I’m overwhelmed by gratitude.🙏
I’m thankful for you, Tim, and the mentorship and example of walking in the Way you’ve been in my life.
I’ve been praying for you and your travels/lifegiving work/and adventures in the Great Outdoors ~ my favorite church gathering!
I’m singing John Denver now (which I love!)
I bet Rascal will soon be a very happy boy too!
Finn and I send Christ’s love and look forward to catching up soon!
Karla…I love the departure signal ‘I love you’ and a peace sign for all your family when leaving home after a get together. That is so beautiful. I can imagine the neighbors hearing it and just smiling because you dare to speak from the heart 🤣❤️
And definitely PAUSE. PRAY. PRAISE. to keep your heart strong in His love. I found something very powerful in my journey, that I can keep helping others with what I found…that love. The strength it gives when you stand within it is something beyond words, beyond even full understanding. It just knows us in that giving, and you do it well kind lady ❤️🙏
Oh, and I must apologize…is Fin (even though it is Finley), spelt with one ‘n’. I’ve been plastering a double ‘nn’ everywhere. Please forgive me Fin, and Karla. Double hugs and love coming over to you both for that. And a Swan just landed and started beautifully calling out to you from my side the lake. A sign, the call of love’s Grace is with you both ❤️🙏
Sending much love to you, for you just being you dear lady. That love ‘because’ of exactly what you are, found, and becoming. Take care 🤗🥰🤣😎🛵🥾🐾🦓🎶🦢🦋🕊️🐬🐳❤️🙏
I’m picturing the swan landing as I watch few leaves fall outside with the sun shine so brightly. I can sit outside without sweating right now. Mark, you’re such a dear heart full soul and friend! Thank you for always affirming the love that should be flowing out of all of us that have Christ in our heart!
For how will they know us?
Not by a smile or deed…mistakes (although some don’t forget them)…the “goodness” or kind manners…our homes, finances, or lack thereof…
They will know us by our LOVE. Otherwise we’re just clanging noisy dinging creations just grabbing things as we go and at the end…what is there?
Love!
You know!
‘Because’ you found and accepted the call too!
Thank you for sharing love like chocolate, laughter, and dolphin notes across the BIG (but small) ocean! 🌊
You should know that I added the extra “N” in Finn although her name is spelled with one N (Finley) I call her Finn!
And my little 3.0, sugar sugar lump lump, sweetie pie, and sometimes a little pesty.
We lovveee you!! 🥰🐾❤️🙏🙏💕♥️🤟🏻🤟🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🍁🍂 ✌🏻 ✌🏻
This is such a beautiful message of peace spreading deep and sweet , numbing the dings in the wide reality of God’s love. Thank you for sharing your words in this way.
J. K., thank you for this beautiful affirmation. Deep and sweet! I prayed for days for the words to come out through my heart. I’m so glad they hit your heart this way, my friend. God bless you and keep you! ❤️🙏💕
Oh I hope you feel better soon dear friend. Praying for you
You’re so sweet, Sadje. I’m so thankful for you and the prayers. I’ve been praying for you and your family, my friend.
I am feeling better! These ups and downs are part of my journey. I’m blessed, Sadje.😭❤️♥️💕🙏🙏🙏
Love your positivity my dear friend
Thank you precious Sadje♥️🥰
You’re very welcome dear friend
❤️❤️❤️
Good morning, dear friend! I hope you have been enjoying the beautiful fall weather. I’m praying that God will give you strength and comfort each day. Thank you for your encouraging post, today. I love your photos. May the Lord bless you and keep you, Karla! Henry and I send our love and prayers to you and Finley! 🙏💕🤗🐾
Good morning precious Cindy! Thank you for your precious friendship and support!
The sun is shine so beautifully today. It still feels like summer; yet, I notice the lower humidity and soon, the temps will begin dropping. It’s been so gorgeous outside!
I’m so happy you feel encouragement!
Im excited about the possibility of seeing you and Henry! Finn and I love you two! God bless you!! 💕❤️🙏🐾♥️🥰
Why does it seem you are on overload? Hmmm, let me think about that for a minute. Oh! I know….because you ARE on overload you silly goose. Going into three years of unrelenting cancer, pain and treatments will do that to you!
Somehow you manage to keep on keeping on. Shows how deep your faith is and how determined you are to live your life as best you can for as long as you can. Kudos to you dear friend.
Unconditional love from your family and friends, and of course sweet Miss Finley, plus all your loyal followers hopefully gives you the boost you need every so often.
Praying your medical team can remedy all these “pesky” problems that keep popping up and can find a course of treatment to at least manage the pain.
As always, prayers, gentle hugs and love to you and Fin.
Ginger🦋💓🙏🏻💓🙏🏻💓🙏🏻
Ginger is in the house! Yay yay! Of course I’m a silly goose on the loose!
I love and appreciate you ~ you inspire me so much!
I’m not going to waste my pain and I’ll use every good moment to keep gaining strength from the Holy Spirit living in me. A never ending supply of living water! And I’ll use common sense too. ☺️ or try try try.
Those that live with this cancer all have these pesky Pop up things! I meet with nearly 45-50 of them each Weds when I’m able to attend our ZOOM support meetings. THEY are heroes, Ginger. To know them all is to have great respect for their walks in hardship.
That’s how I feel of you!
Finn is cuddled up right now and I can’t believe how much that tiny furry thing gives me such joy. It’s not quite like what kids and grandkids give…but oh, how special too!
You are a special lady, Ginger! We love you! ❤️💕🙏♥️💚🐾🥰🥰
Karla, I hope you can feel the prayers. Once again a prayer warrior has traveled to Lourdes to ask for healing for all those in the prayer box ( you are included!). My mother would always admonish us to “drive safely and watch out for the crazies” and now my children do too … That’s how traditions begin! Your family tradition is beautiful! I love you and pray you are feeling better…
Val, I can’t adequately share how touched I am to have my name in that prayer box. You and the warriors mean so much to me!
I smiled reading what your mother said~ as I left my sweet parent’s house, Dad, aside from us giving peace sign, said, “there are a lot of crazy people so be safe!” (Lol) *me pondering my own craziness but great attention at driving!!* ☺️😂
I love you, my friend. And Finn and I love Mochi too. I AM feeling better. It was hard to let go of going to classrooms. But with my nighttime issues, slower moving mornings, some increased bone pain, I needed to listen…to God speaking through the Spirit, my body, and wisdom/common sense HE expects me to use, too.
Please take care too, Val! I hope you, Sparky, Mochi, and family all keep enjoying the blessings God provides! 💕🐾🙏♥️❤️💕💚
Very good column Karla. I appreciated reading it. Good luck and hang in there!
Peace be with you, Reid
Thank you, Reid! I appreciate you reading and supporting! Peace be with you too!
Reid, when I get to my PC, I’ll type more~ I’ll share why I enjoy your site name and background! Take care!
Great post. My long time career as a healer and teacher of holistic tools has provided me great self help tools. My near death and enlightenment like experiences have reminded me there is much more to my soul. And in addition to that, music and nature have always saved me.
I love that ritual of the peace sign your Father started. Stay strong Karla. You’re remarkable.
Katelon, you’re so kind and thoughtful. Thank you, dear friend.
I knew through your heart words that your experiences have brought much wisdom, empathy, and appreciation. Music and nature are so healing for me too, Katelon. God wants us to use his creations and our gifts to make this world more beautiful! Thank you for doing that!
Peace ✌🏻 and love, Katelon. Keep staying strong too!♥️🙏
Peace, peace wonderful peace that only comes from our Heavenly Father! The world cannot deliver peace, but He gives us the peace that passes all understanding!
Thank you for these beautiful reminders, my dearest Karla. I love your life chart!
“My faith and peace are firmly planted in God’s promises. People, possessions, and passions will fail. The peace of God remains.”
I love your quote!
Always praying for you and sending love 🙏🏻💕💛🍁🧡☕️🙏🏻
I love you, Pam. I have a song in my heart that constantly sings of peace~ even when tears flow from any emotion. For truth remains despite how anything in the world tries to gobsmack! Victory!
Those hours “creating” my life in tiny pics on my chart gave me comfort when my mind couldn’t write, my eyes couldn’t read well, but I had a song in my soul. Once I hugged my Momma on Sunday and had silliness, I realized that the massive things that come with life are really…minimal in the big picture. This isn’t our home forever and we know the best is always yet to come.
You and Butch work tirelessly to bring heaven to Earth~ as God loves! It brings me joy too. Your support and prayers bring me comfort too!
Thank you both for being family to me. Love, hugs, and prayers dear Pam.🥰🥹🎃♥️💕🙏🙏🍂🍁☀️
I’m focused on peace this month too! It must be something the Holy Spirit is doing in God’s kids for a reason, because other bloggers have been writing about aspects of it as well. For me, the message is “be still and know” and take time to sit at the feet of Jesus like Mary, even when there are ‘good’ things to do for Him. Jesus didn’t commend Martha for getting stuff done- and that reiterates for me that there is “a time for every activity under Heaven” and when it is time to pause, worship, and learn, doing is the wrong thing to do. Peace. Sometimes it requires arranging the outside circumstances – saying no to even ‘good’ things, to make time for focus on the Prince of Peace. Hugs, my friend. May you be embraced by the One “who is our peace”!
How beautiful, M, my sister! Be still and know.
A dear friend and I laugh at a saying, “Look busy, Jesus is coming!” Sadly, it’s a reality for some.
I want to sit at his feet, listen, be held, and STILL.
This world is filled with distractions.
Saying “no” to good things~ I understand this.
You’re a precious and wise woman and friend! Thank you for walking alongside with all us that have chosen The Way. Our Prince of Peace gets all the glory!
God bless you, dear friend. I’m sending love and hugs. Each morning I “see” you through the light in my window. This week it has been even more colorful!
I am reading your comment as I also look at an array of rainbows on my wall and am reminded that God keeps His promises! It’s been said that two people standing outside, looking into the night sky and seeing the same moon, maintain a connection. For us, it is the sun through our prism. 🙂 Have a wonderful sunny autumn day, my precious sister.
🥹🥹🫶🏻🙏🙏☀️☀️☀️🍁🍂 you too. How beautiful, sister ☀️💚
“The disease of the mind as overthinking” — ah, how true. I. have learned alot from reading the teacher Thich Nhat Hahn but one thing your post made me think of is his teaching on dealing with pain — whether of body or mind or emotions. My paraphrase of his teaching: Think of our pain like a little baby — our only beloved child. And rather than punish it or feel guilt or try to get rid of it — hold and embrace the (“baby”) pain and love it, speak to. it with love, and it will quiet and be at peace. This made me think so much of how Jesus met other people in their pain — physical and emotional and mental. This is what I also see you doing in this post, bless you! Love and care to you today, Karla, Shalom — Jane
Jane, this is beautiful, dear friend.💕
I will check out that teacher.
This (treating pain as a baby) reminded me of something I’ve been wanting to share.
After two moments in spring and summer where I felt as if I could be called home, I had a HUGE shift in how I see my cancer.
For some time I called it Sauron (Lord of the Rings fan ;). Nope! Not anymore!
Instead I know view it as my teacher and friend. I’ve partnered with it in a positive way. We co-exist. It’s part of me. God made me so C HAS to be good for he made me good. I know some would call it crazy , but it reminds me of the thorn Paul had. This cancer partner of mine has taught me so much. I’ve learned to live with its painful side and also, to love and cherish it as it teaches me and has really gentle days too. I do speak at it and I speak the name of Jesus over it and all those who “have” it.
God made us in amazing ways! I can’t comprehend his ways as they are much higher than mine! But I can grasp that HE still loves me and expects me to accept pain as part of his beautiful suffering. A gift to feel ad he did, humanly, and to use the gift of the Holy Spirit to grow in faith~ which pleases him the most!
When you wrote that Jesus met other people in their pain this way, tears formed in my eyes! Yes, Jane! Exactly how I see him.
You’re a beautiful and wise soul. Peace and love to you. Praying for you! 💕❤️💚🙏
“If we have no peace, it’s because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.”- Mother Teresa
Much much love, MAK.♥️♥️♥️ you get it.
God bless you in your focus on carving out a peaceful, God-focused corner in what sounds like a bit of a helter-skelter world, Karla. I am glad to hear you are still well enough to bless us with these blog posts regularly. You caused me to wonder if we – OK, I’ll be honest and say I – ever undermine our/my own peace because we/I like the sense of importance that comes with non-stop busyness? I think I may have answered my own question there. Blessings to you on your adventures in being human! Thanks for sharing yourself with us.
Yes, “carving out” that piece of peace! It’s the entire product!
We all have these life circumstances that creep in…I have to keep them in their “place” in my true level of concern and what impacts my life! I even giggled about the washer as for nearly 4 years I used a laundromat when I had my RV life. The experiences at the laundromat taught me! And here I was complaining about my washer! (And with the weather we had, wishing I just had some hooks and a line like at my first little home).
When I reframe things, with God’s perspective, these truly are workable and no biggie in HIS plans. Inconvenient? Maybe because of how I feel, but I still know the truth!
I can definitely sabotage my own peace and I’m so happy we have a loving Prince of Peace!
It’s my blessing to share. Thank YOU for your support and reading this!! God bless you!❤️🙏❤️
I’ll admit I’ve had a hard time finding peace these days. Sometimes, I have to shut out the world around me and look inward, that’s for sure. Wishing you lots of peace, and sending hugs.
M.B., I just prayed for you and will continue. You have an exciting (and understatement) author’s life going on!! I can’t imaging all you’re going through.
It’s easy to lose peace in this world. I can’t obtain it from the world or circumstances!
I’m sending love, hugs, and prayers. I pray a pace of peace as you complete the launches, dear friend.❤️🙏♥️ I’m so proud of you ♥️
<3 Thank you for the prayers. I need them. I feel them! 🙂 🙂 It's always an honor that someone would pray for me. Sending prayers right back to you – along with hugs!
Thank you, dear MB!! It’s my blessing! I feel your prayers and hugs. I’m so darn proud of you!!❤️❤️❤️
What a wonderful blessing to have a father like yours. I have never heard of anything so sweet from any father I have heard of. That is one place where Karla gets her sweetness!💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️
That’s so sweet, Mama Wenda! It’s a beautiful and fun tradition! I love you and pray you have an amazing day!♥️💕🙏💚❤️🥰🍁🍂❤️🩹🤗🤗
You are too sweet for words! 🍭🍨🧁🍧🍦
AWWW
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Thank you, precious friend. Much love and blessings, Eileen. ❤️❣️
Peace, we need it always, Karla. Here’s to you and your family.
Thank you, dear friend! I appreciate you Mark and wish the same for you and your family!
Karla, your strength, faith, and peace through such a difficult journey show the true power of God’s love and grace. You remind us all that peace doesn’t come from the world but from the Lord who walks beside us through every trial. Your words are not just testimony, they are ministry.
You continue to inspire and show that no matter the pain or hardship, faith and hope in Christ can overcome it all.
Thank you for sharing your light, Sister.
God Continue to Bless You, Heal You and Continue to show you Mercy and Grace …
You Are Loved…. 🙏🏻
Willie, thank you, brother. I’m so blessed to be able to share. I appreciate your words, wisdom, and Christ love as we go through this journey, this side of heaven, together.
It wasn’t always this way for me, Willie. I always tried to stay positive. Even when it seemed my world just fell apart–over and over. Yet, everytime, God always put me in a better place than before. HE needed me alone to remind me that HE is all I need. But to experience the peace and joy, I have to surrender daily. I can’t waste his death.
YOU inspire me too, Willie. God bless you, dear brother and friend. Give my best to your precious wife, too.
Let’s keep healing and sharing light together! You are loved!!
❤️💚🙏🏻❣️🤗
Lovely post, Karla! We have a Peace Pole at school! Each side says ‘May Peace Prevail on Earth’ in a different language. Every year we have a peace event at school around the Peace Pole. Some days it is hard to find peace, though. A reminder – like this post – is all I need. 😍
Thank you, dear Jennie! I absolutely love the peace pole! What a wonderful thing to have at school.
Like you, reminders help me so much. When I start to twist and turn I remember to stop and breathe. And focus on the true deliverer of Peace and how I can achieve it. It’s not easy in this world–but once you find it, you know how much better it is with it.
You’re such a dear friend to me. I hope you’re well! Love, me, Finn, Zeb, and Heart! ❤️❣️🙏🏻😊🦓🤗
You are welcome, dear Karla! How cool that we both have that Peace Pole. Another connection. Reminders really work. Stop and breathe. Thank you for being such a good friend. Hugs and love to you, Finn, Zeb, and Heart! 🥰
Karla! I wanted to answer your questions, but find they have slid past, and what really matters is simply letting you know that I heard you and I “get it.” Peace of God isn’t found any where or in any thing besides through the salvation of Christ Jesus and His enduring love. Yes, the world tries hard to overwhelm and overshadow it, but He is faithful, and His promises are true. He is truly all we need. Thank you for sharing a piece of your life with us. May the Lord bless and encourage you for it.
You are precious, my friend. Amen! Do not worry about the questions as I know you get it!
I worry about those who don’t. For there is no quality of life without the peace of God. Oh, it might fool someone for a great period in their life. But when all “hits” bottom, what gives one peace? It won’t be of the world, as HE said.
I’m so happy you know this peace and cling to it, too.
Thank YOU for sharing such kindness and encouragement. I’m so happy you’re here! God bless you!💚🤗❣️❤️🙏🏻
I’m excited to be here as well. Looking forward to continually sharing our journeys with one another as we follow our Savior!
yes, peace is so precious, but o how easily we give it away 🙁 we must stay our ground; detach ! detach! do not get caught up in the troubles and machinations of the world; simplify, simplify; do not get caught up in other people’s storms; allow time for self; lean on those everlasting arms —- memo to self 🙂 and silence those dings, Karla ; your ebullience shines through 🙂
Detach detach! Oh, John, how I’ve used this word over and over!! Simplify—yes!
You are a treasure! So much wisdom, my friend.
Memo to self–listen to Jesus and John lol!
I have silenced the dings, John. Some I’ve ignored when/if they don’t matter.
I love peace and try to keep the ebullience! So funny, a friend and I were emailing and using “e” descriptive words (brought to you by the letter, E, of course! lol).
I appreciate you, dear friend. Keep taking care, dear John! 🙏🏻💚
ahh that’s lovely; we bounce off each other 🙂 just had a cancer removed from my neck. It’s funny and graphic. May post it tomorrow, Fellowship coming up. Better make some moves. Cheers, Karla 🙂
Oh, John. I hope they got it all! I look forward to reading, but I’m sorry. Fellowship is a good thing, dear friend.
Keep moving and leaning on the everlasting arms. Blessings! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🤗
“Peace I leave with you; My [perfect] peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be afraid. [Let My perfect peace calm you in every circumstance and give you courage and strength for every challenge.]”
John 14:27 AMP
https://bible.com/bible/1588/jhn.14.27.AMP
My 2nd favorite verse in the Word, sweet sister. I love you! ❤️
Karla, I feel blessed to experience the goodness of God’s light in your faithful steps. He reminds me daily to trust in His Word. Peace be with you.
What an appropriate message for these current times, even this day! Thanks for posting! 🛵