Called to go, Willing to stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (10)

Marital blessing (b) “if you seek it like silver    and search for it as for hidden treasures, then you will understand the fear of the Lord    and find the knowledge of God.” Proverbs 2:4-5 Marital blessing counting continued (Read previous post here)– Here are some more highlights from the digging : With our totally different backgroundsContinue reading “Called to go, Willing to stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (10)”

Called to go, Willing to stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (9)

8. Marital blessing (a) “and the two shall become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two but one flesh.” Mark 10:8 Married or single, it is all for the glory of God! He sanctifies in singleness and in marriage. I am so thankful God has protected my heart for the one I am happily marriedContinue reading “Called to go, Willing to stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (9)”

Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (8)

7.  Practical blessing “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.” James 1:5 My four-year old son was not the only one with many questions throughout various house-fixing jobs. He actually learned house-building related vocabulary faster than I did. IContinue reading “Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (8)”

Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (7)

Social blessing “…You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Matt 22:39 With no flooring but lots of sawdust around, it was hard to have guests over for a comfortable gathering, not to mention entertainment. We were blessed to have wonderful in-laws,. and friends, who were more like angels in our eyes, simply show up toContinue reading “Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (7)”

Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (6)

5. Financial blessing “You shall remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth,…” Deuteronomy 8:18 As much hard work as it has been, it is such a joy to know that God blessed us with a house debt free. He has enabled us to honor the no-debtContinue reading “Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (6)”

Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (3)

2. Emotional blessing “… God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.” 1 Corinthians 10:13 Cleaning up and repairing a house is one major project! How about living inContinue reading “Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (3)”

Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (2)

In celebrating the one year anniversary of 10/10 moving day, I will count just 10 blessings in different categories. We believe many more are still to be unfolded as God always has a bigger plan for His children. Before I start counting the blessings, here is the house-before according to the real estate description: “HomeContinue reading “Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (2)”

Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (1)

For we know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. —2 Cor. 5:1 One year ago, Oct. 10th, 2014, we moved out of our rental house after four months of waiting. The reason why IContinue reading “Called to Go, Willing to Stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (1)”