Dear PW,
I have been going through a transition of sorts these last few months and I just wanted to let you know that I feel blessed that you are my cousin. I hate that as we grew up we did not get to spent more time with each other but I wanted to let you know that I feel lucky to know you.
I've been going through some horrible things recently... husband troubles mostly. Through reading about your life through your family blog and the stories of your friend Sarabeth it has helped me renew a faith that had long ago been lost. And out of all my so called friends, Sarabeth is the one that reached out to me. A person that does not even know me and really shouldn't care- but does.
Much love!
Cousin in Crisis
Dear Cousin in Crisis,
Thank you so much for this sweet note! I love you and I wish that we had spent more time together when we were closer too. It is funny how things work out and if it was not for my move that took me over 700 mile away from my family I would have never made that family blog and then we might not be having this conversation right now.
It just goes to prove that we know nothing about the plans of God. In so many ways I can look back on my life and see times when I had little faith in how God could really be working things out for the good in my life, but when I chose to continue to trust in Him, He worked things out in a miraculous way.
I had no idea about your failing marriage and I would love to help in any way. If you ever need to talk I am always here for you. Like I said I have really no clue what all is going on, but I am sure that all of this started about the time that you decided to let the Lord make a change in your life.
That is how Satan works. In my short years as a pastor's wife I have run out of fingers to count the times that I see this same thing happen to new members in our church. Satan's stratagy always seems to be one of division. It is so much easier to bring down a family from serving the Lord by stirring up trouble between the husband and the wife.
I know that it is hard to keep the faith through all this, but I strongly encourage you that if you stay on the path the Lord has for you HE WILL WORK ALL THINGS FOR YOUR GOOD! Read this verse daily and remind yourself that God has got it all under control: "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28
A few facts that I have learned in times like you are facing:
-God does not always, actually rarely ever does He reveal His "plans" to us until after they come to pass.
-and that He is on His own time schedule not ours, He will show up and show off at just the right time:)
I love you and I think that when you are weighing whether or not following the Lord is worth losing the life you have known, remind yourself of your childern's recent decission to turn their own life over to the Lord and become a Child of God. I promise that it will make all the difference.
-PW
About Me
- The Preacher's Wife
- A good girl, but not good enough. Striving for greatness in the sight of my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I am here to learn and grow with you as we seek out knowledge from the REAl "Know it all". Please submit letters, questions or topics to DearPW@ymail.com .
Monday, December 5, 2011
Friday, November 18, 2011
Blessed
Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matt 5:10
I have quoted this verse, claimed it and owned it, more times than I would like to say. I has been my promise that better things await me and in the midst of my trial I am still a heir to The Thrown. However, the Lord has revealed this verse to me in a whole new way. Have you ever heard it said that you can read a verse and receive a message through it, but then read it again at another time a God will speak to you in a different way. Now some would say "Oh yes, it is all in the interpreting.", well I don't think that there is multiple interpretations in the Word. I think that Jesus spoke or inspired the penman just the way He wanted it to be received, but I do believe that there are pieces and truths in His word that are hid from us until just the perfect time. My example is this verse from Matthew 5. As I read it in the middle of my trial I claim it as a promise that in the end we, as Christians, have the victory. And this is a true statement. But there is another promise. Do you see it? If you are a born again believer in Jesus Christ-a Christian, than the Kingdom of Heaven is already yours. So if you read this in reverse the promise is that those who are heirs to the Kingdom of Heaven will be persecuted for righteousness sake. Now I know that doesn't seem like something you want printed on a magnet and posted on the fridge as a daily reminder, but I am leaving out the best part: Blessed. This Christian life is not an easy walk and He promises (in many verses) that there will tribulation, but "blessed" are we that that can claim many verses that also state we will never have to walk it alone.
Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen. Matt 28:19-20
-PW
I have quoted this verse, claimed it and owned it, more times than I would like to say. I has been my promise that better things await me and in the midst of my trial I am still a heir to The Thrown. However, the Lord has revealed this verse to me in a whole new way. Have you ever heard it said that you can read a verse and receive a message through it, but then read it again at another time a God will speak to you in a different way. Now some would say "Oh yes, it is all in the interpreting.", well I don't think that there is multiple interpretations in the Word. I think that Jesus spoke or inspired the penman just the way He wanted it to be received, but I do believe that there are pieces and truths in His word that are hid from us until just the perfect time. My example is this verse from Matthew 5. As I read it in the middle of my trial I claim it as a promise that in the end we, as Christians, have the victory. And this is a true statement. But there is another promise. Do you see it? If you are a born again believer in Jesus Christ-a Christian, than the Kingdom of Heaven is already yours. So if you read this in reverse the promise is that those who are heirs to the Kingdom of Heaven will be persecuted for righteousness sake. Now I know that doesn't seem like something you want printed on a magnet and posted on the fridge as a daily reminder, but I am leaving out the best part: Blessed. This Christian life is not an easy walk and He promises (in many verses) that there will tribulation, but "blessed" are we that that can claim many verses that also state we will never have to walk it alone.
Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen. Matt 28:19-20
-PW
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
November 8th, 2011
Word of the day: Election
2 Peter 1:10: Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall:
God has a plan for you to prosper. Make sure you are living the life He elected you for. In God's Will, "your calling", you shall never fail.
-PW
2 Peter 1:10: Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall:
God has a plan for you to prosper. Make sure you are living the life He elected you for. In God's Will, "your calling", you shall never fail.
-PW
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Through the Fire
1 Peter 1:6-7
Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:
Earthly trials constitute a problem of our salvation, but they are only for a season. "Manifold temptations" means diversified trials. Hold strong to the fact that your salvation cannot be destroyed and be encouraged that God is using this "season" to refine your faith.
-PW
Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:
Earthly trials constitute a problem of our salvation, but they are only for a season. "Manifold temptations" means diversified trials. Hold strong to the fact that your salvation cannot be destroyed and be encouraged that God is using this "season" to refine your faith.
-PW
Friday, October 21, 2011
Fruit of Your Hands
Proverbs 31:10-31
(*Traits of a virtuous woman)
Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. (*Rare) The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil. She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life. (*Trustworthy and constant in her love) She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands. (*Industrious) She is like the merchants' ships; she bringeth her food from afar. (*Thrifty) She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens. (*Self-motivated) She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard. (*Enterprising) She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms. She perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her candle goeth not out by night. (*Willing to do hard work and work long hours) She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff. (* Willing to do monotonous work) She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy. (*Compassionate) She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet. (*Prepared) She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple. (*Clothed as a princess) Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land. (*Her husband is seen as a leader, if even it is only as the leader of is household) She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant. (*Entrepreneur) Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. (*Not swayed by circumstances) She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness. (*Wise and kind) She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness. (*Duty-conscious) Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her. (*Blessed by her family) Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all. (*Not satisfied with mediocre) Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised. (*Woman of God) Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates. (*Praiseworthy)
-PW
(*Traits of a virtuous woman)
Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. (*Rare) The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil. She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life. (*Trustworthy and constant in her love) She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands. (*Industrious) She is like the merchants' ships; she bringeth her food from afar. (*Thrifty) She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens. (*Self-motivated) She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard. (*Enterprising) She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms. She perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her candle goeth not out by night. (*Willing to do hard work and work long hours) She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff. (* Willing to do monotonous work) She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy. (*Compassionate) She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet. (*Prepared) She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple. (*Clothed as a princess) Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land. (*Her husband is seen as a leader, if even it is only as the leader of is household) She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant. (*Entrepreneur) Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. (*Not swayed by circumstances) She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness. (*Wise and kind) She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness. (*Duty-conscious) Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her. (*Blessed by her family) Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all. (*Not satisfied with mediocre) Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised. (*Woman of God) Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates. (*Praiseworthy)
-PW
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Clinging to the Promises of God
Dear PW,
We ALL get that alone feeling, the distant feeling,the yuck of this world will do that to us. I know that by staying in God's Word and prayer and fellowship with fellow believer we can overcome this feeling. Can you show us thru Biblical advice how to shed those feelings and feel victorious over this world?
Sincerely,
Sister-in-Christ :)
Thank you for the encouragement. I feel like the rolls are reversed and I am the one seeking advise. Sweet "Sister-in-Christ" you reminded me of my own proclamation to seek answers from God. Well He has been speaking and here is what I heard:
-Phil 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
-Heb 13:5: Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
-Rom 8:37: Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him that loved us.
-Matt 28:19-20: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.
-PW
Why?
Why do I feel like I am barely keeping my head above water?
Why do I feel so alone?
Why do I feel so distance from God right now?
Why don't you write?
Why do find it so hard to blog this week?
...Why am I so scared to post this?
--PW
Why do I feel so alone?
Why do I feel so distance from God right now?
Why don't you write?
Why do find it so hard to blog this week?
...Why am I so scared to post this?
--PW
Monday, October 3, 2011
What's love got to do with it...
...everything.
Matt 22:37-39: Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt LOVE the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt LOVE thy neighbour as thyself.
John 3:16: For God so LOVED the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
John 14:15: If ye LOVE me, keep my commandments.
John 14:28: Ye have heard how I said unto you, I go away, and come again unto you. If ye LOVED me, ye would rejoice, because I said, I go unto the Father: for my Father is greater than I.
John 15:9: As the Father hath LOVED me, so have I LOVED you: continue ye in my LOVE.
John 15:13: Greater LOVE hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
Romans 5:8: But God commendeth his LOVE toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
Romans 8:38-39: For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the LOVE of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
-PW
Matt 22:37-39: Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt LOVE the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt LOVE thy neighbour as thyself.
John 3:16: For God so LOVED the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
John 14:15: If ye LOVE me, keep my commandments.
John 14:28: Ye have heard how I said unto you, I go away, and come again unto you. If ye LOVED me, ye would rejoice, because I said, I go unto the Father: for my Father is greater than I.
John 15:9: As the Father hath LOVED me, so have I LOVED you: continue ye in my LOVE.
John 15:13: Greater LOVE hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
Romans 5:8: But God commendeth his LOVE toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
Romans 8:38-39: For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the LOVE of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
-PW
Thursday, September 29, 2011
The narrow road.
I shared that the final words from God that pushed me to do this blog were: Are you publishing the Gospel? Well I followed in obedience to start the blog but let's make sure that I am publishing the Gospel.
So what is the Gospel? Well, as I have proclaimed all questions here will be answered with the Bible. In Romans 1:16 it is written: For I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
Have you received the gift of Salvation? Do you know how? Again we look to the "Answer Key".
John 3:16-17: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Romans 6:23: For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Romans 5:8: But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
Romans 10:9: That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
Romans 10:13: For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
This week I have seen the example of how much the traditions of men and "church" can confuse people and there thoughts of how to receive Salvation. God makes the instructions plain to see and simple to do. He is not the Author of confusion (1 Cor 14:33). It is His will that ALL hear the message, understand it, and believe upon Him.
If you have not done so already, please call on the name of the Lord today. There are no special words to pray. Just speak from your heart. Admit the sin that is in your life and recognize that you are in need of a Savior. Believe that Jesus Christ was sent to Earth and lived a sinless life, but was crucified as payment for the sin of ALL men. And graciously ask to receive the gift of that precious blood that was shed...and you WILL BE SAVED!
When you pray and receive Christ please e-mail me at DearPW@ymail.com . I won't embarrass you, I just want to rejoice with you.
If you are already a Christian please take the opportunity of this blog to share the Gospel with your lost friends and family members.
These words are written in love and compassion for ALL of God's children. God bless you.
--PW
So what is the Gospel? Well, as I have proclaimed all questions here will be answered with the Bible. In Romans 1:16 it is written: For I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
Have you received the gift of Salvation? Do you know how? Again we look to the "Answer Key".
John 3:16-17: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Romans 6:23: For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Romans 5:8: But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
Romans 10:9: That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
Romans 10:13: For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
This week I have seen the example of how much the traditions of men and "church" can confuse people and there thoughts of how to receive Salvation. God makes the instructions plain to see and simple to do. He is not the Author of confusion (1 Cor 14:33). It is His will that ALL hear the message, understand it, and believe upon Him.
If you have not done so already, please call on the name of the Lord today. There are no special words to pray. Just speak from your heart. Admit the sin that is in your life and recognize that you are in need of a Savior. Believe that Jesus Christ was sent to Earth and lived a sinless life, but was crucified as payment for the sin of ALL men. And graciously ask to receive the gift of that precious blood that was shed...and you WILL BE SAVED!
When you pray and receive Christ please e-mail me at DearPW@ymail.com . I won't embarrass you, I just want to rejoice with you.
If you are already a Christian please take the opportunity of this blog to share the Gospel with your lost friends and family members.
These words are written in love and compassion for ALL of God's children. God bless you.
--PW
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Satan is a lier and a loser...
Woke up to my first PW letter. This is more a letter of encouragement not one seeking advice. I forgot to mention those are always welcome!!!
The bible instructs us to share our trials so that we may grow in unity:
Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. James 5:16
Satan's M.O. is always to convince us we know better than God. God gave us the armour to protect us and help us defeat the devil. Make sure you put it on this morning.
Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; Eph 6:13-18
Thank you Mother of Two for sharing and for tuning in on the blog. God bless you and your family.
--PW
Hello PW,
Thanks you so much for following what the Lord has commanded you to do. I am so excited to see this idea and journey with the rest of you. I went to the first ever .Mom conference in Birmingham Alabama this past weekend, my first ever. I like you-- tried to talk my way out of it with endless excuses to myself and to God. I prayed about it and came to the conclusion that it wasn’t my mothering instinct coming out but Satan possibly not wanting me to go somewhere where I might be spiritually strengthened and grow more on my spiritual journey. I followed what the Lord led me to do and went, and grew so much in my relationship with the Lord. I was convicted in many ways of stuff I was doing wrong and then confirmed of stuff I was doing right. I commend you too for doing what the Lord would have you do, I wish you well and look forward to learning and growing on this spiritual journey with you.
Sincerely,
A Mother of Two
The bible instructs us to share our trials so that we may grow in unity:
Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. James 5:16
Satan's M.O. is always to convince us we know better than God. God gave us the armour to protect us and help us defeat the devil. Make sure you put it on this morning.
Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; Eph 6:13-18
Thank you Mother of Two for sharing and for tuning in on the blog. God bless you and your family.
--PW
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
In the beginning...
Jesus laid a vision on my heart for this blog and I have spent almost a week trying to talk Him out of it. The title of our Sunday night message... "Are you publishing the Gospel?" Here's your sign :)
Why do we turn to self-help books and motivational speakers? We subscribe to magazines and spend hundreds of dollars on videos. Most of the time to gain a new perspective and a clear vision on what is the "right" way to handle a circumstance. The real answers flow from the Author of our circumstances and lives.
Like the title of the blog states I am a preacher's wife...but I am also a helpless sinner. Filthy rags, but for the blood Jesus shed for me (and you) on the cross at Calvary. I too need to get back to the basics. God promises we can do all (handle all) through Him...again I say: THROUGH HIM. Through prayer and scripture God will reveal an answer for us.
So here lies the purpose for this blog. The vision: a "Dear Abby" if you will, but for us to seek knowledge from God not my human and fallible mind. I encourage you to travel this journey of growth with me. Together we will learn the ways of life as our Heavenly Father intended it. He already gave us the "How to..." book. Let us seek out the answers together.
I have created an e-mail account at DearPW@ymail.com . I will read your letters and post them on the blog with the Biblical advice that the Lord shares with me. The comment section will be available to viewers to post their Biblical perspective as well. Emphasis on the word Biblical. Comments will first be approved by me to weed out "trash". Please provide scripture references with your comments. There will be no limit on the topics discussed. God provided the answers to "it all" in the Bible, therefore we discuss "it all".
All letter writers will remain anonymous as well as myself :)
-PW
Why do we turn to self-help books and motivational speakers? We subscribe to magazines and spend hundreds of dollars on videos. Most of the time to gain a new perspective and a clear vision on what is the "right" way to handle a circumstance. The real answers flow from the Author of our circumstances and lives.
Like the title of the blog states I am a preacher's wife...but I am also a helpless sinner. Filthy rags, but for the blood Jesus shed for me (and you) on the cross at Calvary. I too need to get back to the basics. God promises we can do all (handle all) through Him...again I say: THROUGH HIM. Through prayer and scripture God will reveal an answer for us.
So here lies the purpose for this blog. The vision: a "Dear Abby" if you will, but for us to seek knowledge from God not my human and fallible mind. I encourage you to travel this journey of growth with me. Together we will learn the ways of life as our Heavenly Father intended it. He already gave us the "How to..." book. Let us seek out the answers together.
I have created an e-mail account at DearPW@ymail.com . I will read your letters and post them on the blog with the Biblical advice that the Lord shares with me. The comment section will be available to viewers to post their Biblical perspective as well. Emphasis on the word Biblical. Comments will first be approved by me to weed out "trash". Please provide scripture references with your comments. There will be no limit on the topics discussed. God provided the answers to "it all" in the Bible, therefore we discuss "it all".
All letter writers will remain anonymous as well as myself :)
-PW
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