I once was inspired, hence my user name In_spired. I used this name to blog about my hometown, of which I’m so proud. After several hundred entries I became un-inspired and changed my user name to Jackie.
Of late, there have been so many trying circumstances that have shrouded this little town, it’s homes and families. It just knocks the inspiration out of a person and grieves hearts. Maybe I should change my blogging name again. Any suggestions?
I haven’t even bothered about being concerned about the state of our nation, though I believe the problems we have on a national level have infiltrated our homes and communities.
It has been a challenge to maintain a positive attitude. But thank the Goodness of the One in control that I have His word to strengthen and re-inspire me.
I am a subscriber to http://www.heartlight.org/ a website of inspirational thoughts and devotionals. This morning, the scripture particularly had a “word” for me:
If the LORD delights in a man's way, he makes his steps firm; though he stumble, he will not fall, for the LORD upholds him with his hand.
-- Psalm 37:23-24
The administrator of this site had this to say which is descriptive of my own life.
“ I don't know about you, but I've stumbled my way through much of life. I've tripped at some of the most embarrassing moments. I've stumbled over my own feet, shoelaces, curbs, and just pure air -- both spiritually and physically. However, I am confident that in my spiritual life, even though I have stumbled from time to time, God has not let me completely fall.
When I think I'm going to plunge into the depths of the abyss, the Father's love, care, concern, Scriptures, Holy Spirit, servants, and helpers have kept me from destruction. God's hand does uphold me. He is there in times of trial. He has been mighty to save. I do believe that he delights in my journey.”
How about you?
6 comments:
i had to laugh at what you wrote, that you have changed your name to Jackie. whether you are in_spired or Jackie or Both_ered (lol) i love to hear what you have to say. thanks for sharing, always.
Darla
I always love to hear what you have to say. I don't mind who you are when you say it, but if you do feel the need for a name change, maybe something uplifting and hopeful is the way to go. Maybe if you choose a name that matches the way you want to be, it will help you get there again.
Ive had to stumble through life to...... and so much of it alone, but as stumbling an oath as I am, I refuse to let it beat me.....
know you are loved........ you have always been an inspiration to me..
x
Just remember God & I love U. We must start in the Valley to reach the mountain
Jackie, As always inspirational....As I read about the stumbling and I've had my share, I was reminded of something that happened this weekend as a store when I was checking out....the checkerouter asked if I wanted to make a $1.00 contribution for a charity. I advised that perhaps if someone would put a sign up wishing people a Merry Christmas perhaps he would get more takers for his cause...He leaned over and said He'd like to put one up himself, but that wouldn't be politically correct....Sad but true....I don't know why your remarks triggered this memory in me....I ramble...stay well....
Isaiah 58:11
The LORD will guide you always;
he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land
and will strengthen your frame.
You will be like a well-watered garden,
like a spring whose waters never fail.
dirt farm
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