I’ve been trying to get some things finished up and make time for stuff I’ve put off.
With all the changes of late, I’m needing to get some projects either done or gone.
Throughout my life, I’ve had “projects”.
Normally, some form of craft.
As a child my mother taught me to embroider, just simple stitches, but I would gladly run for my work to show grownups.
I also remember decorating all kinds of things with buttons.
Our elderly lady neighbor taught me to crochet.
Mom is left-handed so she couldn’t teach me as I’m right-handed.
I had mounds of paper crafts, everything from drawings to construction paper cut-outs.
As a teen I branched out into painting.
Watercolor was my favorite, but I did acrylic and oil.
I also dried flowers.
After I got married I started scrapbooking and did a little rubber stamping.
I also sewed.
My favorite craft is crocheting.
Anyone might guess this if they saw what I get for Christmas!
As of right now I have three sewing projects which have gotten pushed aside.
However, I have been able to finish up most of my crocheting.
The final project is making a replacement table runner for my dining room.
It’s nearly finished and I’m excited to see it in use.
As I prayerfully work through my projects, I’m so thankful for the opportunity.
Part of the reason I make things is my desire to “work with my hands”, but the main reason is the joy of doing something useful, to glorify God.
For life has taught me that things are always changing, but the possibility of using what I have for Him is constant.
Whether I’m piecing scraps of old jeans for a blanket or cooking a meal for our family, I’m blessed to be able to give my time to God.
I want all that I do to bring honor and glory to God.
Proverbs 31:30 NKJV — Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, But a woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised.
Dear Lord Jesus,
Thank You for Your Word. Thank You for the different gifts and abilities which You bless each of us with. Thank You that these things can be used for Your glory. Lord Jesus, unto You do I want all my efforts to be focused on. Lord, I don’t want to do anything from my own desires or my own ideas, but instead I want to be centered upon You in all things. Lord, it is easy to get caught up with the busy of life and to forget to check my heart and my schedule with You. Please do not allow me to stray into my own ways, but instead call me, that I might return quickly to You. Thank You, Jesus for Your patience. Thank You for Your faithfulness. Thank You for teaching me so much each and every day. May my life bring glory to Your name. Amen.
patientlyhopeful 