Jewel Of Inspiration: 7 Days Of Blessings For Mom

DAY 7:  Part 2

See previous blog post for part 1 of this series of blessings!
Enjoy the books, blogs, devotions, studies, facebook pages, and tweets from these amazing women!
Ladies of all ages & stages be inspired as you keep these great resources handy for daily Summer encouragement & strength!

* Ann Voskamp - Is your laundry basket never empty?  Are you desiring for a place where Peace, Grace and Joy reside.  Ann's warm welcome will guide you there...right there where Christ resides...right next to your mess.  You just may become grateful for that mess.  http://www.aholyexperience.com/

* Lisa Jo-Baker - This Supermom is a Cheerleader for tired moms and will sweeten your day with a side of chocolate and a mighty serving of motherhood encouragement! http://lisajobaker.com/

* Stacey Thacker - Stacey offers encouragement to all moms...but if you are a little weary she has something special to give you hope.  http://www.29lincolnavenue.com/

*  Angie Smith - Her testimony will inspire you in the midst of your hardest days...be strengthened to walk in faith not fear!  http://angiesmithonline.com/

*  Melanie Shankle - Need a chuckle - some fashion inspiration and to shed a mama tear here & there?  Read Big Mama's blog and be blessed by her Texas charm and beautiful & big mama heart! http://thebigmamablog.com/

*  Jennifer Hatmaker - Now don't say that I did not warn you about this one!  Her radical obedience and passionate personality is going to rock and inspire your world and make you laugh out loud!  http://jenhatmaker.com/


*  Angela Thomas -  You will be greatly encouraged with her beautiful and brave testimony of Gods redeeming love!   http://www.angelathomas.com/


*  Gwen Smith -  With her girlfriends - Sharon & Mary - share impactful messages through their Girlfriends In God Devotions.  Your trust in God will expand as you are inspired to delight yourself in His Word!  Through Word and Song, Gwen shines for Him! http://www.gwensmith.net/   
http://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/girlfriends/

Be Inspired!

Pinky Vern

Today for the first time I am stepping out and being brave and joining one of my blogging friends, Lisa-Jo Baker's  Five Minute Friday #FMF writing challenge.

This is where a brave and beautiful bunch gather every week to find out what comes out when we all spend five minutes writing on the same topic and then sharing them.

These are the guidelines.

1. Write for 5 minutes flat – no editing, no over thinking, no backtracking.
2. Link back here and invite others to join in.
3. And then absolutely, no ifs, ands or buts about it, you need to visit the person who linked up before you & encourage them in their comments. Seriously. That is, like, the rule. And the fun. And the heart of this community..

I encourage you to check out Lisa's blog here and also invite you to join us and give us your best five minutes on the topic -

BRAVE

Here I GO!!




This is what I know about being BRAVE...

I Am Not.

But He Is.

And He is with me and goes with me.

When I am faced with my own failures.
He is with me.

When I am faced with challenges of being a mom.
He is with me.

When I am faced with wounds from others.
He is with me.

When I am faced with loss.
He is with me.

When I am struggling to understand.
He is with me.

When I am faced with a diagnosis of cancer.
He is with me.

When all of this and more make me tremble and feel like I am frightfully stranded at the top of the broken Ferris Wheel - I open the Word or put on some Worship music and I am reminded.

He is hope.
He is strength.
He is peace.
He is wisdom.
He is healing.
He is courage.

And He is the source that is powerfully cheering & unbelievably providing these things so we can face and get through it all...somehow - someway.  
His Way.

Remembering His Word and His provisions from the past - helps me to be able to face what comes to my doorstep in the future.

Be strong and courageous.
Do not be afraid...
for it is the Lord your God who goes with you.
He will not leave you or forsake you.
Deuteronomy 31:6

STOP