NEW BEGINNINGS...

I've said it before, and I'll say it again. Moms need a life outside of their kids! An organized Bible study is one way I have found to keep me studying the Word, with side benefits of making new friends. I mentioned a week or so ago, about a former prisoner who has been coming to our study with the woman she is living with right now.

WHAT A BLESSING SHE HAS BEEN TO ALL OF US!

Totally out of her comfort zone, I'm sure. She came to church and Bible study with the family she has been with for several months. She talked of "holy boldness" last week, as she recanted a story from prison. She is a Christian because this woman made contact with her in prison and studied with her years ago. Now, she is ready for a new beginning. Her host family mentioned she needed any good used household items for her new apartment, and our group responded by showering her with new and used household things. Others in the church responded as well. She cherished everything (even the used items)! She was extremely thankful. Kinda gives you warm fuzzies and makes you want to give some more, doesn't it?



I have to tell you a story about the Christmas cactus she is receiving in this photo. A while back, a member of our group told how long ago they were given a start off of a family member's plant. When they went overseas for a time to work, the Christmas cactus dwindled to a stub from lack of care. She gave it to her mother to revive. Her mother was able to bring it back to life, so to speak, so it has special meaning for her. The plant is now several feet wide, and takes up a large space in her kitchen. She occasionaly prunes it and re-roots it to give away. She gave a start of this to our new friend, and retold the story, as she starts her new life. What an awesome symbol for this sweet sister in Christ!


And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus! Phil. 4:19