satan's Hits Become God's Blessings

[Saintscruiser]

Cross my heart ..... I've been hit a lot for over a month. It's been hit, hit, hit, hit, hit, hit! My husband has had 2 bouts of sleep deprivation episodes which takes 3-5 days to get him back stable, this is when his O2 is okay. When his O2 isn't okay, it's off to the hospital for 2-4 days, then he has to get his strength back after he comes home. I'm disabled and can only do so much before my body goes into a complete meltdown from pain. So altogether, he's had 3 episodes. Then I get sick for a week from somekind of germ I picked up at the hospital, AND THEN, my son and his sweetheart are coming to visit for a 24 hour period. I haven't seen him in 1 year and 7 months. He lives in Colorado. He is making a swing through to go to his alma mater Mississippi State's Homecoming game. Last week, for the first time in the history of MSU, they were ranked #1 in the NCAA. Well, some work needed to be done in our home anyway, and it took the guy 3 or 4 days to complete it ..... and it looks greats ..... don't get me wrong, but it disrupted my routine, which deals with my pain levels. THEN, my 1st cousin came to visit last weekend and my sister and I had a great time, but my body went haywire. Odd enough, I still have my hair ..... I haven't pulled it out yet.

Now..........let's look at this another way. My husband had 3 episodes and he's okay. The Lord gave me the strength to take care of my husband, plus myself (with his mom's help, thank You, Jesus) and we had a painter, handyman.....my medicine cabinet door is attached once again and he fixed my shower ...... we've had food to eat ..... and we have been so BLESSED without even knowing it.

The interesting thing in my life, Jesus allows me to fuss and grumble. I know Him well enough to not cross the line. He lets me blow off steam because from time to time we just feel like screaming! And yes, I've done it, and I did feel better ..... even giggle a little afterwards.

I cannot find the exact parable but I think Jesus was talking to children about a father who asked one of his sons to go and work their field and his son said....."Sure, Dad! I'll do it!" And then he didn't do it. So, the father asked his 2nd son to go to the field and work it, and he was planning to go to the mall with his friends, but he gripped all the way to the field and worked it. Which son did the will of the father? The 2nd son. So, it's okay to be frustrated. It's okay to fuss. It's okay to grieve. Life isn't all Hallelujahs! Yes, we have a happy ending, but life can be difficult at times. Life can be messy. That is why we share our troubles and woes ..... asking people to pray for you, to hold you up like an Aaron and Hur. Sometimes we need a physical being in our lives from friendship, soulmate, church members and our children, whether they have 2 legs or 4 legs. I'm going to shut up now.

Isaiah 40:31 (KJV)

31 But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

 

[blondeambition3]

Cross my heart ..... I've been hit a lot for over a month. It's been hit, hit, hit, hit, hit, hit! My husband has had 2 bouts of sleep deprivation episodes which takes 3-5 days to get him back stable, this is when his O2 is okay. When his O2 isn't okay, it's off to the hospital for 2-4 days, then he has to get his strength back after he comes home. I'm disabled and can only do so much before my body goes into a complete meltdown from pain. So altogether, he's had 3 episodes. Then I get sick for a week from somekind of germ I picked up at the hospital, AND THEN, my son and his sweetheart are coming to visit for a 24 hour period. I haven't seen him in 1 year and 7 months. He lives in Colorado. He is making a swing through to go to his alma mater Mississippi State's Homecoming game. Last week, for the first time in the history of MSU, they were ranked #1 in the NCAA. Well, some work needed to be done in our home anyway, and it took the guy 3 or 4 days to complete it ..... and it looks greats ..... don't get me wrong, but it disrupted my routine, which deals with my pain levels. THEN, my 1st cousin came to visit last weekend and my sister and I had a great time, but my body went haywire. Odd enough, I still have my hair ..... I haven't pulled it out yet.

Now..........let's look at this another way. My husband had 3 episodes and he's okay. The Lord gave me the strength to take care of my husband, plus myself (with his mom's help, thank You, Jesus) and we had a painter, handyman.....my medicine cabinet door is attached once again and he fixed my shower ...... we've had food to eat ..... and we have been so BLESSED without even knowing it.

The interesting thing in my life, Jesus allows me to fuss and grumble. I know Him well enough to not cross the line. He lets me blow off steam because from time to time we just feel like screaming! And yes, I've done it, and I did feel better ..... even giggle a little afterwards.

I cannot find the exact parable but I think Jesus was talking to children about a father who asked one of his sons to go and work their field and his son said....."Sure, Dad! I'll do it!" And then he didn't do it. So, the father asked his 2nd son to go to the field and work it, and he was planning to go to the mall with his friends, but he gripped all the way to the field and worked it. Which son did the will of the father? The 2nd son. So, it's okay to be frustrated. It's okay to fuss. It's okay to grieve. Life isn't all Hallelujahs! Yes, we have a happy ending, but life can be difficult at times. Life can be messy. That is why we share our troubles and woes ..... asking people to pray for you, to hold you up like an Aaron and Hur. Sometimes we need a physical being in our lives from friendship, soulmate, church members and our children, whether they have 2 legs or 4 legs. I'm going to shut up now.

Isaiah 40:31 (KJV)

31 But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

You speak the TRUTH Cuz! (And I you for it).

 

[Saintscruiser]

CUZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Where have you been??? I've missed you! How is your mom?

Today was the icing on the cake! Husband started with symptoms yesterday and today????????? Again so soon?????? His c-pap mask had a split in it!! He wasn't getting enough O2 for his body with it. So I tried tape. That didn't work. I put together the old type that he had a ton of, and hated, and put him under it. Now the frustration level of going through all of these boxes and couldn't find what I needed ...... I did say some wirty dords. I'm saved, not perfect. But, as always, the Lord helped me. Of course I've asked for forgiveness for those 'dords.' But maybe ...... just maybe He showed me what the problem is. He over used the one he got last spring without changing it. Bacteria can build up in the hoses plus the mask itself. Could it be that simple? And I did lay hands on him and pray. Yes, I definitely believe in that! His O2 is fine, but he still needs sleep. He has an appt. with his sleep clinic doctor this Wed. I am going whether he likes it or not because I am the one who sees him 24/7.

Please pray for us. The Lord kept Chad out of the ER today. Thank You, Jesus! Thank You for being so patient with me, even when I don't deserve it. Thank You for loving us all first. Thank You for Your sacrifice and taking God's wrath for all of the sin upon Your shoulders. I don't know and understand how You did it, but I am very humble and thankful for You. For it's in Your Name I Praise You. Amein.

MM keeps telling me that it's ALL about JESUS! You are so right, my friend. Thank you for reminding me from time to time.

 

[mightymen]

MM keeps telling me that it's ALL about JESUS! You are so right, my friend. Thank you for reminding me from time to time.

It's not my idea, Jesus said it I'm only repeating it in a way we can understand. "It's all about Jesus" It took a long time for me to understand the simple meaning of PRIDE and how it separated me from Jesus. That PRIDE kept me from seeing all that Jesus did for me(everything) and it was preventing me from giving the Glory to Jesus and if I don't give the Glory to Jesus how can I receive what he has for me. It's TRUST IN THE LORD.

It's a win win for me.

John 14:6 King James Version (KJV)

6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.

Trust God; He is the Stronghold

Psalm 18:2 “The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.”

Psalm 91:2 “I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.”

Nahum 1:7 “The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him. ”

Trust God; He will Deliver as Promised
Psalm 9:10 “And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee: for thou, LORD, hast not forsaken them that seek thee.”

Psalm 22:4 “Our fathers trusted in thee: they trusted, and thou didst deliver them.”


Psalm 37:5 “Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.”

Psalm 56:3 , 4 “What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee. In God I will praise his word, in God I have put my trust; I will not fear what flesh can do unto me.”

Psalm 71:5 “For thou art my hope, O Lord GOD: thou art my trust from my youth.”

Isaiah 26:3 “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.”

1 Timothy 4:10 “For therefore we both labour and suffer reproach, because we trust in the living God, who is the Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe.”

Psalm 20:7 “Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.”

Psalm 32:10 “Many sorrows shall be to the wicked: but he that trusteth in the LORD, mercy shall compass him about.”

Psalm 118:8 “It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.”

Proverbs 3:5 “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.”

 

[blondeambition3]

CUZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Where have you been??? I've missed you! How is your mom?

Today was the icing on the cake! Husband started with symptoms yesterday and today????????? Again so soon?????? His c-pap mask had a split in it!! He wasn't getting enough O2 for his body with it. So I tried tape. That didn't work. I put together the old type that he had a ton of, and hated, and put him under it. Now the frustration level of going through all of these boxes and couldn't find what I needed ...... I did say some wirty dords. I'm saved, not perfect. But, as always, the Lord helped me. Of course I've asked for forgiveness for those 'dords.' But maybe ...... just maybe He showed me what the problem is. He over used the one he got last spring without changing it. Bacteria can build up in the hoses plus the mask itself. Could it be that simple? And I did lay hands on him and pray. Yes, I definitely believe in that! His O2 is fine, but he still needs sleep. He has an appt. with his sleep clinic doctor this Wed. I am going whether he likes it or not because I am the one who sees him 24/7.

Please pray for us. The Lord kept Chad out of the ER today. Thank You, Jesus! Thank You for being so patient with me, even when I don't deserve it. Thank You for loving us all first. Thank You for Your sacrifice and taking God's wrath for all of the sin upon Your shoulders. I don't know and understand how You did it, but I am very humble and thankful for You. For it's in Your Name I Praise You. Amein.

MM keeps telling me that it's ALL about JESUS! You are so right, my friend. Thank you for reminding me from time to time.

I will definitely be holding You & Chad up in Prayer continually...... and my Mom is doing "OK".... She's still running consistent low grade (nightly) Fevers as her latest Cat Scan revealed a 'pocket' of infection in her lungs, as well as Thrush in her throat, among ALL of her other 'little' (and Big!) physical issues she has to deal with on a daily basis. I think I mentioned earlier she deals with Chronic Pain because her hips are now bad, She's told me if it wasn't for her 'pain pills' she couldn't even get out of the bed, and her biggest fear is to be bedridden, so THAT depresses me.... She has a dislocated Shoulder due to no reason whatsoever (breathing perhaps? Who knows?).... She consistently sounds 'weak' when we speak by Phone and I'd really like to fly to OHIO next month to see her before the Holidays..... Pray I'm able to do that. I don't like 'hearing' my Mother this way and knowing that her Health is a daily, continual battle.

 

[Saintscruiser]

MM, you listed Promises of God that we can stand on and claim. Many people don't know that Scripture contains all of these many many promises, but we'd sing the following hymn in church all the time:

Standing on the Promises of God

Standing on the promises of Christ my King
Through eternal ages let His praises ring
Glory in the Highest, I will shout and sing
Standing on the promises of God

Standing, standing
Standing on the promises of God, my Savior
Standing, standing
I'm standing on the promises of God

Standing on the promises I cannot fall
Listenin' every moment to the Spirit's call
Restin' in my Savior as my all in all
Standing on the promises of God

Standing, standing
Standing on the promises of Christ, my Savior
Standing, standing
I'm standing on the promises of God.

Good Ol' Peter took his eyes off of Jesus while he was standing on top of the angry sea in the midst of a storm. Doesn't life re-direct our attention like that to us ALL THE TIME??? Even things in my household is enough to knock you into the middle of next week! It's difficult, not impossible, but difficult to see through spiritual eyes only. James said to be joyful with trials and tribulations in the very first chapter. Is he kidding me????!!! I mean, you should have seen me today! I was about to come unglued, going through all of those c-pap supplies looking for the right equipment!!!! The Lord guided me through it, but getting around a female's frantic breakdown is difficult! BUT, He did it.....and I'm very thankful! It's like: "Uh oh....there she goes again."

I think I'm going to take myself to bed. I need to check to see if husband is wearing his mask. Men and details go together like oil and water. Thank you all for your kind words. Cuz, I want to address your mom's condition tomorrow. I just can't type anymore.....I've reached my limit today.

 

[Saintscruiser]

I will definitely be holding You & Chad up in Prayer continually...... and my Mom is doing "OK".... She's still running consistent low grade (nightly) Fevers as her latest Cat Scan revealed a 'pocket' of infection in her lungs, as well as Thrush in her throat, among ALL of her other 'little' (and Big!) physical issues she has to deal with on a daily basis. I think I mentioned earlier she deals with Chronic Pain because her hips are now bad, She's told me if it wasn't for her 'pain pills' she couldn't even get out of the bed, and her biggest fear is to be bedridden, so THAT depresses me.... She has a dislocated Shoulder due to no reason whatsoever (breathing perhaps? Who knows?).... She consistently sounds 'weak' when we speak by Phone and I'd really like to fly to OHIO next month to see her before the Holidays..... Pray I'm able to do that. I don't like 'hearing' my Mother this way and knowing that her Health is a daily, continual battle.

Chronic pain without medication? I can relate. Oh boy can I relate. It's got to be terrible for you being states away. Go if you can when you can. You can only do what you can do and it's not your fault. Prayer makes you a WARRIOR for her. Standing in the gap is so very important. I can see you in warrior dress....with your helment of salvation, your breast plate of righteous, your loins are girded with His truth, you wear shoes of peace to carry the Gospel of Jesus Christ, you holding your sword pointed to heaven with a lightning bolt connecting to God's Holy Word, while you stand behind your shield of faith. Hey, Cuz, the armor of God looks good on you and you wear it like a glove!

 

[blondeambition3]

Chronic pain without medication? I can relate. Oh boy can I relate. It's got to be terrible for you being states away. Go if you can when you can. You can only do what you can do and it's not your fault. Prayer makes you a WARRIOR for her. Standing in the gap is so very important. I can see you in warrior dress....with your helment of salvation, your breast plate of righteous, your loins are girded with His truth, you wear shoes of peace to carry the Gospel of Jesus Christ, you holding your sword pointed to heaven with a lightning bolt connecting to God's Holy Word, while you stand behind your shield of faith. Hey, Cuz, the armor of God looks good on you and you wear it like a glove!

Thank you Cuz.

This Warrior is a Child ....

 

[Saintscruiser]

As I have already stated, husband had a bad attack last week going into the weekend. It's back and his O2 is starting to drop. I have his mask on him.....he pulls it off and doesn't know it, but today he is acting like a drunk. He doesn't drink. This happens all the time, now. It used to only happen every couple of months. Now this is the 3rd time in a month. He just isn't sleeping and dr.'s won't give him anything to help it. He had 2 fairly good days in the last week. Now yesterday, I was in the bed all day. My body gave out. But, I'm better today, thank You, Jesus.

We went to the sleep clinic and they upgraded his c-pap to be automatic to his needs as it may fluctuate. Why didn't they do that in the beginning. I was nice. We went to the medical equipment folks and ordered the new size mask. Now he tells me that he's getting used to the one who that he hated. I CAN'T WIN!!! Well, I don't have to win, as God will win this. I just have to keep a head full of wisdom to deal with this while God is taking care of it. I had thought about going out to see my son in late Spring, but I can't go off and leave husband. He has to be watched all the time....24/7. Now the wheezing in his chest might be from allergies. Doesn't matter. He has it. I need prayer for him and strength for me. Today is going to be 'iffy' at the least. I've been to this rodeo too many times.

Thank you all!

 

[mightymen]

Done...


Healing for your hubby and strength for you.

 

[blondeambition3]

Done...


Healing for your hubby and strength for you.

Done & Done! Praying in agreement for Healing your Hubby and strength for you!!!!

 

[Saintscruiser]

I woke up with a sore throat. I am not feeling well. We had to go to the hospital for his sleep clinic doctor's appointment last Wednesday. I have an appointment this coming Wednesday with my doctor to get refills. Boy, that worked out!

 

[blondeambition3]

I woke up with a sore throat. I am not feeling well. We had to go to the hospital for his sleep clinic doctor's appointment last Wednesday. I have an appointment this coming Wednesday with my doctor to get refills. Boy, that worked out!

Well we'll just have to UP the ante a bit by BINDING the FORCES that want to keep us out of the Throne Room! Let's all BIND the spirits of Physical Infirmity in the name of JESUS!!!!!!! We pray in agreement that whatever forces are separating Cuz and her Hubby from Victory are now CAST into the depths of Sheol! We agree in prayer, and we claim the VICTORY done! in the power that is given to us through Christ JESUS!!!!!!! AMEN and Hallelujah!!!!!

 

[mightymen]

Saintscruiser called me and asked that we all pray for her because she fell down her front steps and is banged up and bruised no broken bones but she won't be on the board for a few days until she feels better.

 

[blondeambition3]

Saintscruiser called me and asked that we all pray for her because she fell down her front steps and is banged and bruised no broken bones but she won't be on the board for a few days until she feels better.[/QUOTE

(((((((((((((Praying)))))))))))))))))))))))))

 

[Saintscruiser]

Okay.....if that wasn't bad enough (I am moving easier now) husband comes down with full blown symptoms once again! I am barely taking care of self, my son and his special lady will be getting here tomorrow night (they're not staying here and will only be here 24 hours) and I am close to what my mom always used to say......"I'm going to jump in the toilet and pull the chain!"

My fall was a 'header' down 4 steps landing on ceramic tile. If it hadn't been for the backdoor and wall, I would have rolled out onto the carport under my 9 year old Explorer. I hit the left side.....left side of my face, left arm and shoulder, my left hip and left knee. Now congeal that with fibromyalgia, well, I haven't had a day that I couldn't get around the house without my cane. It's a good thing I had some.....uh.......fat to cushion my fall or I squashed my guardian angel, or both. My legs were up the left side of the entry my back was against the door and the rest of me was up against and the right wall. Boy that was not what I had in mind when I started to head out to go to a grand opening of my vapor store.....FREE HOTDOGS! I didn't get one....sadly. Poo.

 

[blondeambition3]

Okay.....if that wasn't bad enough (I am moving easier now) husband comes down with full blown symptoms once again! I am barely taking care of self, my son and his special lady will be getting here tomorrow night (they're not staying here and will only be here 24 hours) and I am close to what my mom always used to say......"I'm going to jump in the toilet and pull the chain!"

My fall was a 'header' down 4 steps landing on ceramic tile. If it hadn't been for the backdoor and wall, I would have rolled out onto the carport under my 9 year old Explorer. I hit the left side.....left side of my face, left arm and shoulder, my left hip and left knee. Now congeal that with fibromyalgia, well, I haven't had a day that I couldn't get around the house without my cane. It's a good thing I had some.....uh.......fat to cushion my fall or I squashed my guardian angel, or both. My legs were up the left side of the entry my back was against the door and the rest of me was up against and the right wall. Boy that was not what I had in mind when I started to head out to go to a grand opening of my vapor store.....FREE HOTDOGS! I didn't get one....sadly. Poo.

Cuz! WHY did you make me laugh!!!!?????? This isn't supposed to be a funny post!!!!!!!!

I LOVE YOU! Even in the midst of your Chaos, Pain and Confusion, you'll pile on the Humor. Now if that ain't GOD'S Grace at work, nothing is!!!!!!!

* You stop jackin' yourself up now, y'hear?

 

[Saintscruiser]

Cuz! WHY did you make me laugh!!!!?????? This isn't supposed to be a funny post!!!!!!!!

I LOVE YOU! Even in the midst of your Chaos, Pain and Confusion, you'll pile on the Humor. Now if that ain't GOD'S Grace at work, nothing is!!!!!!!

* You stop jackin' yourself up now, y'hear?

Yeah, I always wanted to do a header down the steps.....hey, I got to do one and live to tell the tale. I never get to see these falls and I'd imagine this one was a doosey! I was hurting too much for there not to be bruises. Got'em now. They are in the green yellow stage. I'm healing nicely, Thank You, Jesus! I look part martian and part jaundice. Do I get in the sun or fly home? Is it considered long distance calling Mars? I'm confruwzed!