Job exclaims that God does “great things past finding out; yea, and wonders without number” (Job 9:10 and 5:9). How true this is. We see God’s wonders every day—in creation, in His workings in our lives, and in our children (the beautiful miracles He has given us.) Every new baby is a miracle from God, a unique new person who has never lived on the earth before and there will never be another one like him or her. How amazing.Take time to look at your children and appreciate the miracles they are. Thank God for them. Embrace them as miracles and joy in them.
The word “wonders” is the Hebrew word “pala” and means “astonishing, extraordinary, marvelous, miraculous, wondrous, to accomplish.” It reveals God doing things beyond the powers of human powers or expectations.
It is used in Genesis 18:14 about the miraculous conception of Isaac: “Is (pala) any thing too hard (pala) for the Lord? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life and Sarah shall have a son.” God miraculously restored Sarah’s womanly cycle and she conceived during the “time of life,” the time of the month when the womb is ready for conception and a miracle of God.
Although this was a very special miracle to an older woman, every married woman has this opportunity for a miracle during her “time of life.”
This word is used of God creating each new life in the womb (Psalm 139:13-16). The psalmist exclaims: “I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvelous (pala) are thy works.”
God uses this word when describing a couple falling in love (Proverbs 30:18, 19). God calls it marvelous and wonderful. I’m sure it makes His heart smile for it is His plan and design.
Each night as I am going off to sleep, I like to think of all the wonders around me for which I can thank God and then I like to do it again as I wake in the morning.
We can easily get bogged down with all the pressures and complexities of life. But look up today, dear mother. Rejoice in the miracles all around you. You have wonders without number if you will only open your eyes.
Be filled with thanksgiving today,
Nancy Campbell
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MORE SCRIPTURES ABOUT GOD’S WONDERFUL WORKS
We are to show to our children, and all people, God’s marvelous works. We must not keep them hidden: 1 Chronicles 16:9, 12, 24; Psalm 9:1; 26:7; 71:17; 78:4 (specifically); 96:3; 105:2, 5; 107:8, 15, 21, 31; 119:27; and 145:5.
God loves to do wonderful and marvelous things: Exodus 3:20; 34:10; Job 5:9; 37:5, 14; Joshua 3:5; Psalm 31:21; 40:5; 72:18; 75:1; 78:32; 86:10; 98:1; 106:7, 21, 22; 111:4; 118:23; 119:18; 136:4; Isaiah 28:19; 29:14; Jeremiah 32:17, 27; Joel 2:26; and Zechariah 8:6-8.
~ Nancy
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Did you know that your home is meant to be a treasure house, filled with the good things of God? Proverbs 15:6 says: “In the house of the righteous is MUCH treasure.” The word “treasure” in this Scripture also means “riches, strength.”
I received these encouraging words from Patricia this morning. She used to be a neighbor to us but is now a missionary to the native people of Panama. May you be encouraged.
In understanding Scripture, the “law of the first mention” is critical. When God states something the first time, He lays down a foundation for that particular truth. He adds to it and develops it throughout the rest of His Word, but He does not change from the establishing of the “first mention.”
It is so true that you can save so much money when you buy in bulk, prepare foods from scratch, and from the garden. It takes time and effort to be a good homemaker but it saves a lot of money. You can quit your job and “do good to your husband all the days of your life” (Proverbs 31:12).
“I’m pregnant!” No, not me, although that would be amazing! But these are usually the words a mother will say when she sees the pink line! Actually, It’s not such a nice-sounding word, is it? For something so wonderful I am sure we could think of a better word.
How do you feel about your home? Do you feel like a prisoner? Are you longing for the day when you can get on to something different?
Your home is what you make it to be! Build good and lovely things into your home today.
The devil is afraid of mothers who know who they are and God’s purpose for their lives. The devil wants to destroy the family but he can’t do much damage when there is a praying, God-fearing, home-loving, motherhood-embracing, nation-changing mother in the home! As a mother, you are a powerful force for the kingdom of God.
I am encouraged by this Scripture in Proverbs 24:25-27 TPT: “Set your gaze on the path before you. With fixed purpose looking straight ahead, IGNORE LIFE’S DISTRACTIONS. Stick to the path of truth . . . DON’T ALLOW YOURSELF TO BE SIDETRACKED FOR EVEN A MOMENT.”
Today I would love to bless you with a song from my daughters, Serene and Pearl. I'll give you the words too, so you won't miss the blessing as they sing. Be thankful for your husband and children today. Don't ever take them for granted. Click on the link to enjoy the song.
Dearest mothers, you have such a high calming and such a beautiful role in society. And so needed. Embrace it. Never look down upon it.
If I decorate my house perfectly with plaid bows, strands of twinkling lights and shiny balls, but do not show love to my family, I'm just another decorator.
Do you feel overwhelmed at all you have to do? Don’t give up in Despair. Keep plodding on. Do a little bit at a time and soon you will have the job completed the job.
A few days ago, I shared the picture of two of my granddaughters helping me make my annual Christmas cake. I notice that a number of folks are asking for the recipe. Sorry for the delay, but here it is for you.
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