Washing feet....

The Act of Foot-washing (vv. 3-5)
Jesus, knowing that the Father had given all things into his hands, and that he had come from God and was going to God, got up from the table, took off his outer robe, and tied a towel around himself. Then he poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples' feet and to wipe them with the towel that was tied around him.
John’s rendition of the foot-washing story begins with a disclosure of Jesus’ identity as a prelude to the dramatic events that follow. Jesus is described as being conscious of his divine origin and destiny, and aware of divine plan of salvation entrusted to him by his Father. The giving of "all things into his hands" is not so much a question of universal authority as one of salvific mission, one that "could only be fulfilled through the agony, shame, and humiliation of the cross."1 John’s disclosure in v. 3 therefore indicates that Jesus knew who he was, what he had to do, and why he had to do it.

I was told one time by the Lord -

or

let me restate that the Lord impressed on me one time to wash feet at a caregroup that I attended.

I knew I had to do, I knew why and I knew that I was his daughter that was to be obeident in this assignment given.

Have you ever been to a foot washing?

It is a very powerful thing,

I love it!

I think that it is time for another foot washing with the body of Christ!

There is so much to it, and it is not the jester of just washing ones feet, but there is something to the care of taking ones foot into your hands, as you gently allow the warm water to flow over the foot, and as you massage the foot with loving hands it releases something.

I was told one time, as I was the one washing feet, that it was the most anointed, powerful act that this one person had ever experience. and the PRESENCE of the Lord was so strong that she wept the whole time. I understand, as I was weeping too, as I took her foot into my hands that started to shake from the presence and preceed to washing her foot...all with my expressing the great love that I had for her and had for each and every person in the room. It was a POWERFUL night.

YET...

There were some that couldn't recieve the love that was given,

and express how they were uncomfortable in allowing me to wash their feet.

However as the process began, there was a peaceful calm that came on them, and they enjoyed what God was doing inside of them, and later told of the healing they felt with each and every soothing touch of my hand on their foot. Gently washing, with great detail being givin' to wash with extra care this child of great value...this treasure...this anointed one that God was preparing.

it may be time to wash some feet!

THRESHOLD

I have been so angry this morning over some little things or conversations. As I feel that it puts me in a place, or reminds me of a time, that I have had great fear about ever having to endure that shame, humiliation, fear, hard work, and loneliness again. I become a lioness...fighting for the rights to her cubs or with that passion, as I state my case of memories and great hardship.

I had to think about all of this after a conversation with a dear friend. Well.. two friends actually, one on FB and the other via la phone....Then the thought came after I looked up a word that was suggested, that this is for your future not your past! It is going to be okay ...calm down! Just remember your on the cusp of this situation/circumstance, walk...!

By Lloyd J. Thomas, Ph.D.
The emotion we call "anger" is a natural response to frustration, pain, loss or neediness. It may also occur out of "old habit" or imitation of an angry parent. Anger is what we label the biochemical/physiological response we experience when our wants and needs are not met, when we are blocked from pursuing our goals, when we are hurting either physically or emotionally, or when we have experienced a loss of some kind. Anger is a natural emotion and a powerful energizer.


cusp
a : a point of transition (as from one historical period to the next) : turning point; also : edge, verge

I like the though "on the cusp of stardom".... Awe! You mean that even my fleshy nature when backed in a corner that surface could mean that I am actually on the cusp or threshold of change! REAL change? AND this could be historical? Wow!

Well thanks...for my reactions and for the word! NOW God you move and guide and lead! :D

There is no place like HOME..

There is no place like HOME...

Where ever your home may be- there is no place like it!

Really!

It is a place that is safe...
A place where you can run around naked...
(REAL transparent)

A place where you let you hair down and
Are just you!

That is what I think home is...

A place where you spend time with yourself, you eat, drink, sleep, and hopefully entertain others with the love that you have created within the walls.

It is a place that you rest and rejuvenate....

Where you spend time with God...

A place in your heart that you dream of...

Homes come in different shapes and sizes...

And it is said that a home is where your heart is...

I believe it is a place that you love, laugh, cry, meditate, and reflect, grow, entertain, and love to come to!

As I said it is safe,

it is about you,

it is what you are or are becoming.

It is in your HEART!

Surprises.....

Surprised by the fun way God gently does amazing healing....deep within?

AWE ...yes!

Funny how even the little things that you least expect,
would bring such wonderful freedom,

and

PEACE!

I love it!

Amazing things have happened this trip to Oklahoma...
all I can share is it could be a picture given,
or a hug when you least expect,
or the heart of another sharing to forgive them.
God you are so amazing
and never in a million
would I have thought
I would ever hear those words....
from-ah....

Surprised by the Power of God
to heal gently the heart that was so wounded
....years, and years
of the pain of it
and

now

TOTAL FREEDOM!
AWE!

Just like God....
Right?

Girl Time....Sweet!

One of my favorite things to do is to curl up in my bed with the blinds closed...under my pink satin trimmed blanket and watch a chic flick!

AWE ....yes!

The good life of dreams made into a movie

Where there is a woman -cute as a button, figure to die for, and personality we wish we could all have. Then the man is a dream, with a smile to swoon over and eyes that would make any woman fall deeply into!

The game of the hunt or foreplay of exciting conversation, dates, and laughs as they get to know each other. Now listen that isn't even the plot that is just the given with all chic flicks!

Not saying that the first touch of the hand doesn't make any woman have chills go up her back, as she is intrigue with the progression of the conversation or the date. Then the first kiss....you can feel the heart beating fast, the anticipation of the warmth of his touch as he kisses your cheek or mouth. then the hug that never lets you go....hmmmm!

Awe...I love chick flicks! Have you ever pretended that you are the one playing the main part? As that is what every girl has dreamed at one time. We place ourselves in that time of space in the movie as we watch and dream of another time. Hoping for the outcome to be the best ever….

Today was that day…of me dreaming! Maybe tomorrow I will wake up and all will be okay and much better. BUT today I am allowing myself to dream, as I watch the movies and all the chic flicks I can find …

And they lived happy ever after….or so they say! I will let you know..:D

Moving Mountains...

Do you ever just love the sound of God's voice?

Have you heard it? Do you hear it inside you?

It is soft, gentle, yet with GREAT AUTHORITY.

It moves Mountains,

and

how many of us need some MOUNTAINS to be MOVED?

I do! And let me tell you,

daily!

Not just a few...

we all have them

Mountains that is...

come on!

So today I need to hear God's voice

and gently

as he moves

and

speaks to those mountains in my life that need to be moved!

Oh and guess what I get to

speak to them too,

as HE tell me to speak to those mountains!

To be moved!

Amen!

So today Lord I say to that mountain and/or Mountains to be moved in my life....

Thank you! Lord, for your Freedom,

to be me...

thank you that your arms are always opened wide,

you are my truth,

power,

my love

I love being right here with you at this moment.

Thank you! Lord,

that the mountain is gone and will never come back from this day forth...

You are love,

you are life

and

you are my joy,

and

my peace

I love you so!

There is truly no where that I would rather be than right here with you.

What a great memory we have just made...

Moving those mountains!!!

The LION-HEART

After talking to a friend I was left with an assignment...



Don't you just love those type of friends? No seriously.....

Those that truly have your back, and know that maybe,

just maybe, there is a lesson to be learned here!

For those of you that know

or

don't know,

I am praying for a mate

and

in praying for that mate,

you pray that your mate would have certain desired traits....RIGHT?

BELOW are a few...

Unconditional, records no wrongs, forgives, gives, loves with passion, tender, merciful, grateful, hopeful, courageous, brave, forthright, honest, trustworthy, helpful, insightful, intuitive, peaceful. One that can give his whole heart and just live with passion...one that can love my children and grandchildren, as well as me! One that can make wonderful memories everyday, and even for the holidays, and one that I can grow old with as we hold each others hand, along this next journey of my life.

I know my heart is fixable,

from the past and hurts

I have had along the way.

I know that I have so much to give someone,

I am willing to learn and continue to grow.

So with that stated...

I hope everything is out there on the table,

the real, live me,

with a few bruises but huge heart

ready to do it again

only different

with a different

heart and focus...

desiring that...

Lion-Heart!