10990 cat legs on the bus Friday, Feb 29 2008

The answer to the riddle is 10990 cat legs.

I’m posting the answer because I get loads of comments / queries about this riddle. I applaud all who took time to work it out!  Bravo!

My friend Moses    and Tiffany  

and dear old Caleb   almost 24.

Kits Marmalady and Pumpkin    

 
friends of our English Springer Spaniel pups.

Betsey’s Blue          named Shadow.

Glad you’re having fun with it!

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The Deborah Company Meeting with Cindy Jacobs and more! Tuesday, Feb 26 2008

Are you in the southeastern USA? You got to get yourself to this!

Empowered Women of Destiny Meeting with Dr. Cindy Jacobs. 

It’s hosted by our friend, Tammy Alsup, whom we met while we lived in N. Alabama. 

MARCH 14TH  from 9 – 11:30 in Huntsville, AL.
See below for all the details.

http://www.deborahcompanysouth.com/

The Deborah Company South believes that Deborahs are found in all sectors of society including ministry, business, administration, government, education, the arts, in the home and so much more! Regardless of our place in society, we are all leaders. As such, we use our influence to bring righteousness and justice to those places and things that grieve the heart of God.  The qualities of a Deborah include leadership, integrity, compassion, generosity and humility. While each Deborah has their own family, career and ministry, we are committed to helping each other.
The strength of Deborah Company South is in the relationships we have with one another.

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The good, bad and the ugly – politics is keeping me up at night! Tuesday, Feb 26 2008

It’s the middle of the night again.  For some reason I slept practically all day ~ and didn’t feel sick or depressed, it was just I couldn’t keep my eyes open.

I think I wore myself out talking politics last night.  I get so frustrated by the people who are so easily swayed by charisma. I lived through fainting, screaming women with Elvis and the Beattles – and it’s no mark of anything.  Even if good people are elected, soon they have made so many compromises in order to get good bills passed and actual work done – soon they are unrecognizable.  Pork belly bills added on top of things we’d actually benefit from – filibustering, and making promises they have no intention of keeping.  I can chant “CHANGE” all day long – but it takes more than one elected politician to carry it off.  And besides that – just change is not good unless it is going to change to something good. 

What are we thinking?  The President is elected for four years.  No one gets much done in that time.  What are we expecting?  Is it even reasonable to think one man can make everything okay for everyone??  Obama is one man.  One man with little or no experience, and a track record of personal ties to folks I would never agree with, and a voting record of compromise and hatred for Israel.  Some of these other folks running drive me to prayer.

Wake up Christians!  Wake up. Don’t believe everything you hear.  Don’t believe campaign rhetoric.  Do your due diligence and check out voting records.  Check out who they call mentors before they were in the public eye.  Check out who they associate with.  Charisma means nothing.  Aren’t you tired of potential?  Don’t you want substantial?  Can’t you tell the difference between campaign speeches and truth, strategy and plans?

Doesn’t anyone realize to accomplish lofty goals you have to have someone willing to push it through.  Both parties voting records sicken me.  Rare is the elected one whose voting record is spotless.  I mean spotless – from his campaign promises to the end! 

 Oh there I go again – getting all adrenalized for nothing.  I mean there’s little I can do at 2 a.m., except pray.

And pray I will ~ 2 Chronicles 7:14; Psalm 55:17; Matthew 6:8-10; 18:19; 21:22; John 16:23-24.

I know that the Lord has not given up on the USA.  I know that the destiny of this nation has never been accomplished and God remains faithful to bring it to pass IF we will pray.  So dear reader – pray.  1 Timothy 2:1-2 First of all I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, for kings and all who are in autority, in order that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.  NAS

I determined I would spend at least as much time praying as I do talking or worrying (yes I know worry is sin) about the election.  That way I can get God’s opinion, find out the strategies He has for me to use in prayer, and align with His concepts.  That way I can have peace – having placed each candidate in His hands.  That way I can trust that He will marshall angelic forces to bring about His purposes.  That way I can sleep.

Father I ask you in Jesus’ Name to guide our country in choosing our next President. 

I ask that you open doors for Your choice, reveal hidden agendas, expose faulty judgment and sin, give honor to Your choice and that you close doors for those who would bring anti-christ government one step closer. 

I declare that a spirit of sweet reason will come to the thousands and thousands who are enchanted by charisma and rhetoric. I decreee a spirit of truth and wisdom will guide men and women to do their due diligence in investigation of candidates, and that you will slam the door shut on those whose goals align with the enemy.

Father I agree with you – Your word says in Provebs 11:9-10 that through knowledge the righteous will be delivered.
When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices. And in Proverbs 14:34 You say, “Righteousness exalts a nation,
But sin is a disgrace to any people.” Lord – I know that is Your intent for the USA - You want us to be known for righteousness.  I agree with You and I pronounce waves of righteousness to overflow every heart and every mind who sits in authority in our nation.  I say to the heavenlies – send forth wave after wave of conviction for compromise, a sentence of guilt for those who serve themselves, and a longing for righteousness.  Have Your way, Lord, let Your Kingdom come – on earth as it is in heaven!

Let Hilary Clinton, Barak Obama, Ralph Nader, Ron Paul, Mike Huckabee, John McCain and all other political candidates be driven to Godliness, Holiness, Righteousness and obey Your voice to them.  In the armies of people who surround them day by day place Your ambassadors  and Your emissaries and Your intercesors and barage them with prayer.  Protect Your choice Lord.  Lead and guide them into all righteousness.  Bless them and keep them.  Bless their families, their loved ones, and their friends.

 God Bless the USA.  God Bless America.

Night night friends

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Separation of Church & State – I don’t think so! Tuesday, Feb 19 2008

Have you ever wondered if there was a separation of church and state when our nation/states were founded? Take a look at the state by state listing below.  It appears the ACLU and liberal courts and judges have erred in their judgment. 

TEXANS - take time to vote today February 19th in the primaries. 
Let Washington DC know Texans are not swayed by promises, we prefer substantial!

 Alabama 1901, Preamble. We the people of the State of Alabama, invoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God, do ordain and establish the following Constitution.

Alaska 1956, Preamble. We, the people of Alaska, grateful to God and to those who founded our nation and pioneered this great land.

Arizona 1911, Preamble. We, the people of the State of Arizona, grateful to Almighty God for our liberties, do ordain this Constitution…

Arkansas 1874, Preamble. We, the people of the State of Arkansas, grateful to Almighty God for the privilege of choosing our own form of government…

California 1879, Preamble. We, the People of the State of California, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom.

Colorado 1876, Preamble. We, the people of Colorado, with profound reverence for the Supreme Ruler of Universe.

Connecticut 1818. Preamble. The People of Connecticut, acknowledging with gratitude the good Providence of God in permitting them to enjoy.

Delaware 1897, Preamble. Through Divine Goodness all men have, by nature, the rights of worshiping and serving their Creator according to the dictates of their consciences.

Florida 1885, Preamble. We, the people of the State of Florida, grateful to Almighty God for our constitutional liberty, establish this Constitution…

Georgia 1777, Preamble. We, the people of Georgia, relying upon protection and guidance of Almighty God, do ordain and establish this Constitution…

Hawaii 1959, Preamble. We, the people of Hawaii, Grateful for Divine Guidance. Establish this Constitution.

Idaho 1889, Preamble. We, the people of the State of Idaho, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings.

Illinois 1870, Preamble. We, the people of the State of Illinois, grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious liberty which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy and looking to Him for a blessing on our endeavors.

Indiana 1851, Preamble. We, the People of the State of Indiana, grateful to Almighty God for the free exercise of the right to choose our form of government.

Iowa 1857, Preamble We, the People of the State of Iowa, grateful to the Supreme Being for the blessings hitherto enjoyed, and feeling our dependence on Him for a continuation of these blessings establish this Constitution.

Kansas 1859, Preamble. We, the people of Kansas, grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious privileges establish this Constitution.

Kentucky 1891, Preamble. We, the people of the Commonwealth are grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious liberties.

Louisiana 1921, Preamble We, the people of the State of Louisiana, grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious liberties we enjoy.

Maine 1820, Preamble. We the People of Maine acknowledging with grateful hearts the goodness of the Sovereign Ruler of the Universe in affording us an opportunity. And imploring His aid and direction.

Maryland 1776, Preamble We, the people of the state of Maryland, grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious liberty…

Massachusetts 1780, Preamble. We…the people of Massachusetts, acknowledging with grateful hearts, the goodness of the Great Legislator of the Universe. In the course of His Providence, an opportunity and devoutly imploring His direction.

Michigan 1908, Preamble. We, the people of the State of Michigan, grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of freedom establish this Constitution.

Minnesota, 1857, Preamble. We, the people of the State of Minnesota, grateful to God for our civil and religious liberty, and desiring to perpetuate its blessings:

Mississippi 1890, Preamble. We, the people of Mississippi in convention assembled, grateful to Al mighty God, and invoking His blessing on our work.

Missouri 1845, Preamble. We, the people of Missouri, with profound reverence for the Supreme Ruler of the Universe, and grateful for His goodness. Establish this Constitution.

Montana 1889, Preamble. We, the people of Montana, grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of liberty establish this Constitution.

Nebraska 1875, Preamble. We, the people, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom Establish this Constitution.

Nevada 1864, Preamble. We the people of the State of Nevada, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom establish this Constitution.

New Hampshire 1792, Part I. Art. I. Sec. V Every individual has a natural and unalienable right to worship God according to the dictates of his own conscience.

New Jersey 1844, Preamble. We, the people of the State of New Jersey, grateful to Almighty God for civil and religious liberty which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy, and looking to Him for a blessing on our endeavors.

New Mexico 1911, Preamble. We, the People of New Mexico, grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of liberty.

New York 1846, Preamble. We, the people of the State of New York, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, in order to secure its blessings.

North Carolina 1868, Preamble. We the people of the State of North Carolina, grateful to Almighty God, the Sovereign Ruler of Nations, for our civil, political, and religious liberties, and acknowledging our dependence upon Him for the continuance of those ….

North Dakota 1889, Preamble. We, the people of North Dakota, grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of civil and religious liberty, do ordain.

Ohio 1852, Preamble. We the people of the state of Ohio, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings and to promote our common…

Oklahoma 1907, Preamble. Invoking the guidance of Almighty God, in order to secure and perpetuate the blessings of liberty … establish this

Oregon 1857, Bill of Rights, Article I. Section 2. All men shall be secure in the Natural right, to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of their consciences…

Pennsylvania 1776, Preamble We, the people of Pennsylvania, grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of civil and religious liberty, and humbly invoking His guidance

 Rhode Island 1842, Preamble. We the People of the State of Rhode Island grateful to Almighty God for the civil and religious liberty which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy, and looking to Him for a blessing.

South Carolina, 1778, Preamble. We, the people of he State of South Carolina grateful to God for our liberties, do ordain and establish this Constitution.

South Dakota 1889, Preamble. We, the people of South Dakota, grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious liberties.

Tennessee 1796, Art. XI.III. That all men have a natural and indefeasible right to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of their conscience…

Texas 1845, Preamble. We the People of the Republic of Texas, acknowledging, with gratitude, the grace and beneficence of God.

Utah 1896, Preamble. Grateful to Almighty God for life and liberty, we establish this Constitution.

Vermont 1777, Preamble. Whereas all government ought to enable the individuals who compose it to enjoy their natural rights, and other blessings which the Author of Existence has bestowed on man.

Virginia 1776, Bill of Rights, XVI Religion, or the Duty which we owe our Creator can be directed only by Reason and that it is the mutual duty of all to practice Christian Forbearance, Love and Charity towards each other.

Washington 1889, Preamble. We the People of the State of Washington, grateful to the Supreme Ruler of the Universe for our liberties, do ordain this Constitution.

West Virginia 1872, Preamble. Since through Divine Providence we enjoy the blessings of civil, political and religious liberty, we, the people of West Virginia reaffirm our faith in and constant reliance upon God.

Wisconsin 1848, Preamble We, the people of Wisconsin, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, domestic tranquility

Wyoming 1890, Preamble. We, the people of the State of Wyoming, grateful to God for our civil, political, and religious liberties. establish this Constitution.

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Wounded Warrior??? Monday, Feb 11 2008

I see many intercessors who are no longer able to fight out there.  These are folks of integrity, purpose, grit, and they love the Lord and His people.  But they are wounded so as to keep them off the wall, out of the battles, and barely making it in their own lives and families at times.

Why does this happen?

How do the attacks of the enemy wound and paralyze one who loves to be in God’s presence for others?

A revelation the Lord gave me once had to do with the scripture in Ephesians 6:16 which says “In addition to all, taking up the shield of faith with which you will be able to extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.”

I found it interesting that with the shield of faith you will be able to extinguish ALL the enemy’s arrow.  And ALL in that verse means ALL.  Every one of them, all of them.

So – knowing this, I asked of the Lord, “Why do so many with such great faith get sidelined by wounds? Why are there so many walking wounded? Why am I decimated so easily when I trust You so much?”

John P. Kelly says, “New levels, new devils”, and I can’t agree more.  Every time you are rewarded for being faithful with more to be faithful over there is a new level of attack.

The most grievous and hurtful of these attacks are betrayals by friends and family, mentors and leaders.  They are the ones you pray for most and those you love the most.  They are also ones who love you the most.  These are the most painful wounds the warriors have and the wounds most difficult to recover from. 

These woundings are an open door to fears.  Fear of being hurt again.  Fears that you are not the faith-filled Christian you think you are.  Fear that God will not use you again.  On and on.

Most warriors excel in quick repentance, quick forgiveness, and moving on.  Most warriors know more scripture than the Christian in the pew.  Thus it makes sense that they would be targeted. And because of their great faith and their desire to see the Kingdom come, the enemy has to knock them out.  He has 6000 years experience doing so.

BUT if ALL means ALL – then what has happened?

I believe the Lord gave me an incredible understanding on this topic when I went through a betrayal of the deepest degree.  He spoke to my heart and said, “You must put your shield of faith up!  It’s down, put it up!” 

As I began to intercede for myself and began to visualize my shield being raised, He spoke again.  He said, “Put it up and to keep it up, you must forgive as I forgive, and say ‘Father, they don’t know what they are doing, forgive them”’.

Instantly I understood.  It would be extremely rare that anyone of the wounded warriors would have in their circle of trust a person meanhearted enough to desire to wound them.  We don’t have such demonized folks that they know what they are doing aligning with Satan, even if they think they do, they don’t.  Most of the people who are able to get under our shield with fiery darts to the heart are simply fleshing out.  And most repent sooner or later, excusing themselves. I have done the same thing with my mouth and been instantly convicted. 

To actively participate with Satan using full knowledge of these pain causing wickedeness, it’s extremely rare in most circles.

So – we are to put our shield up and say in our hearts at the moment of attack saying, ”Father, forgive them they don’t know what they’re doing” – as Jesus did at Calvary.  Few of us have yet  resisted to the point of shedding blood in striving against sin (Hebrews 12:4).

We can lift up our shield.  We can by simply doing it, for we have a shield that wants to be lifted up, and wants to protect us.  For is not Jesus Himself our shield?? Psalm 28:7 tells us, “The LORD is my strength and my shield”.

Moreover, with our shield up, it is impossible to hold grudges, forever reminding ourselves of the wounding!  It is afterall, the shield of FAITH!  We walk by faith, not by sight! (2 Corinthians 5:7) We fight the good fight of FAITH (1 Timothy 6:12). Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1).
 

We must remember that our enemy is not the person, but the rulers, against the powers,  the world forces of this darkness, the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places. This is who we fight against.  Ephesians 6:12
To be honest – this is one scripture all warriors know inside and out.  They are skilled and seasoned fighting against these spiritual forces.

Which brings me to the 2nd thing the Lord said, “Be vigilant.  Do not be surprised when My enemy uses those closest to you to bring hurt.  Do not receive the hurt.  Do not hold grudges.  Do not fear being rewounded. Turn it on the enemy and cry war!”

Cry WAR my friends.  Take this revelation God gave me when I needed it and cry WAR!

If you want to really stir up your faith and receive even greater understanding and healing, read Chuck Pierce and Robert Heidler’s book, “Restoring Your Shield of Faith”.

My husband and I recently sold Chuck’s books at a conference held by our friend, Lora Allison, in Houston.  I quickly read through this book.  So when I perceived a wounded warrior in front of the table wanting to purchase a book, I simply asked “Are you a wounded warrior?”  All I asked said, “Yes.”  I told them what I’ve just told you and recommended this book. 

Now I recommend it to you.  It will increase your faith, eliminate fears of re-wounding, and get you back shouting, WAR!

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I hate mosquitos!! Sunday, Feb 3 2008

I hate mosquitos.

I can think of no good reason for them – except to provide food for the bats (which I love.)

They are sick little creatures! When the sick little demented mosquito stabs through the skin of her victim (me), she injects her saliva — teeming with gross and disgusting digestive enzymes and anticoagulants. With subsequent bites, the person (me) goes into a mad frenzy because of the foreign proteins, and itchy, fiery red bumps appear almost immediately.  Then the person (me) scratches.  Then she wishes she didn’t because she’s diabetic and it’s a problem.  Then she remembers to take an antihistamine and put preparation H on it.  (No comments!  My 13-year old niece told me about it 3 years ago and it works!)

It’s sick.  You try to live green, live organic, but Texas has SUCH mosquitos.  (I know stop whining – think of people in the Sudan, or China, or Mozambique and grow up!)

And I think I’m going to have to start praying about this – because I am totally at their mercy and that is NOT as it should be – because I am seated in heavenly places with Christ Jesus.  I will start by doing what I know is right – and claiming my promise -

Psalm 124:6 Blessed be the LORD, who has not given us to be torn by their teeth.

In the meantime, I still hate mosquitos!  And in case you think I was unprepared – I wasn’t.  I sprayed disgusting smelling insect repellent on before they appeared.  The little creeps just like my blood.  I hate them!!!

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No more excuses Friday, Feb 1 2008

Two things happened to me in the last 24 hours.

I read Sunday Adelaja’s book, “Church Shift”.  Get it.  Read it.

I watched this video on Godtube:
http://www.godtube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=9bc6025b51155e26f6ce 
It’s about a young man, Nick Vujicic, who gets along without arms or legs.

All my excuses for not being who God has made me are gone.
I am empowered, fired up, and challenging everyone I know to come up higher.
We must.

If God is hindered in our lives it is because we have not obeyed His command to “Go ..into highways and byways, compel them to come in” and “Go…disciple nations”.  We’ve been pretty good sitting in our pretty boxes and secret gardens, stuffing ourselves on worship and messages.  But can we say we have taken the challenge of the Spirit and taken back what the enemy has stolen from us?

Have we exercised our dominion and set captives free?  Have we changed our cities, our states, our nations? 

I fell short.

How about you?

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The evening of a stormy morn Friday, Feb 1 2008

It’s the evening of a stormy morn
When lightening, thunder and wind
Beat upon my windows to warn
So I got up and I just grinned.

I know who rules the world,
I know who rules the seas,
And HIS lovely banner unfurled
Is HIS tender care of me.

Storms come and storms go
And I can control none of them.
But HIS love HE will bestow
This native Son of Bethlehem.

Jesus is my light and my wonder.
He is my friend and my lover.
Tornadoes, hurricanes or thunder
No matter – I am under His cover.

The evening sky is gray and pink
And the storms have long gone.
I sit here beginning to think
to pray for the political echelons.

Oh, you say, it’s to no avail.
They are so very compromised.
Let’s their activities curtail,
We want change amplified.

Me too, I want real change.
Protect people and our earth!
Away with promises so strange,
Babies killed before their birth.

What’s one vote, one prayer?
One vote made states, passed laws
And elected politicans everywhere.
I will not my prayers withdraw!

Evenings come and go each day.
My life is my only opportunity.
My chance I’ll not give away
And give satan no amnesty!

Get up on your watchtower!
Saints – come alive and pray.
Call out to God to empower
Politicans to HIM obey!

More things are wrought by prayer than this world dreams of.
Alfred Lord Tennyson 1809 – 1892

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