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May the God of Hope fill you and I with much Joy and Peace and He will as we truly TRUST in Him from Romans 15.13
This is my favorite and life verse and I continue to learn about how trusting GOD and all the circumstances He puts me in is the Key to real Joy and Peace. I am also learning how to more fully " cast ALL my cares on Him for He truly does CARE for me," more than I will ever know....just like my children...and grandchildren will never know the depth of my love and care for them...at least until they are parents also.
The other thing that I have been pondering in my heart these days is the first Christmas...the simplicity and holiness...angels singing...shepherds kneeling and praising God ...away from crowds...noise...busy-ness....
Simple and Holy....
That's the spirit I want to strive to embrace and celebrate this year...and ALL year....Happy Birthday DEAR JESUS!!!
Wishing and praying for a simple and holy life for you and me...and all those we love....
lovinly and prayerfully yours,
ruthe elizabeth