tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post5044707122981107277..comments2023-11-02T05:39:49.632-07:00Comments on Heart Choices: Unwrapping JesusDebbie Petrashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08235978883396499354noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-77537978579982075162010-12-23T12:44:41.530-07:002010-12-23T12:44:41.530-07:00This is so much like our Christmas this year, and ...This is so much like our Christmas this year, and me in the past too... But it will be a special Christmas for both of our families because it's been God-designed this year - instead of perfectly planned and executed by us. Right? :-)<br /><br />Love you~<br />JenniferSmelling Coffeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04011943170704349883noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-84192118222903190772010-12-16T13:12:45.852-07:002010-12-16T13:12:45.852-07:00Dear Debbie...this was a special post to me today....Dear Debbie...this was a special post to me today. I can totally relate to what you're saying here. More than you can ever know.<br />Hope that the Lord will continue to strengthen and encourage you as you in turn encourage others out here. Lots of love,<br />TammiTammihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11625966252985649159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-32384501021265478842010-12-14T15:28:43.364-07:002010-12-14T15:28:43.364-07:00There is not much more I can add to the encouragin...There is not much more I can add to the encouraging comments already shared, Debbie, but if I could, I would reach out and give you a hug and say "Thank you" again for sharing so honestly. Celebrating Jesus does help us all keep this "home" in perspective. He is my focus this year. also, and I find great joy sharing about Him with our grandchildren. Such a blessing!Lauriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11818912037373656469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-45011697644583110762010-12-12T19:21:00.590-07:002010-12-12T19:21:00.590-07:00Sometimes our circumstances help us see and hear ...Sometimes our circumstances help us see and hear what may have been there all the time. It's almost like when someone looses one of their senses, they experience things more vividly and clearly than those who can see or hear. Perhaps your circumstances are giving you new perspectives. You've always been a sweetheart, but God has given you new insights, deeper understanding. You are already using it to touch others, it will be interesting where He takes you next year. Love you.hknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-49903074173380844982010-12-12T16:00:01.001-07:002010-12-12T16:00:01.001-07:00I'm glad I stopped in today. You really know h...I'm glad I stopped in today. You really know how to put things in perspective. Thank you, Debbie.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09505661913107994459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-42088136196600600912010-12-11T23:34:50.182-07:002010-12-11T23:34:50.182-07:00Debbie,
You have so many comments that you surely ...Debbie,<br />You have so many comments that you surely do not need mine. But I wanted to add my heartfelt appreciation for your "attitude of gratitude".<br /><br />As someone who knows what it is to lose everything, I can sense your true heart in this. God bless you - MarshaMarsha Younghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05880659808422182525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-82232694057151813862010-12-10T20:13:13.801-07:002010-12-10T20:13:13.801-07:00You continually bless my soul with your heartfelt ...You continually bless my soul with your heartfelt entries. <br /><br />Oh, so glad this isn't my permanent home! Love your Unwrapping Jesus is: Yes, we can celebrate Jesus. And, really nothing else matters but this world would sure have us think that there is more that matters. <br /><br />Heavenly blessings to you Debbie!Lea @ CiCis Cornerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09252011706208068724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-45464128378310626992010-12-10T19:07:53.382-07:002010-12-10T19:07:53.382-07:00Debbie, thank you for this timely post, it was suc...Debbie, thank you for this timely post, it was such a comfort to me as I too have had such a change in my family environment since last Christmas.<br /> <br />Looking at your tranquil pictures of your home on your previous Christmas, reminded me of how I felt this evening, as I dressed the Christmas tree with my two beautiful blessed granddaughters.<br /><br />My married daughter and her family had problems with rented accommodation in July of this year and the Lord led me to open up my house to the whole family. It has been a very tight squeeze and has been challenging at times.<br /><br />However, I continually ask my Heavenly Father for more grace, wisdom and faith for each situation, knowing that He is with me every step of the way. <br />I am so glad that I serve a God that never changes and I am looking forward to celebrating the birth of our precious Lord.<br /><br />God Bless you moreCarole in the UKhttp://www.thefaithlounge.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-78252960404204099482010-12-10T13:39:55.955-07:002010-12-10T13:39:55.955-07:00God is so faithful. This is a post that really spo...God is so faithful. This is a post that really spoke to my heart.Stephanie M. Pagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18438738111102654614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-4886570507972036992010-12-10T00:51:26.058-07:002010-12-10T00:51:26.058-07:00What a perfect post Debbie. I too have had so many...What a perfect post Debbie. I too have had so many changes in my life this past year & I can say I have grown so much in my faith and trust in the Lord in ALL things. I've been able to have complete peace even with no money & barely any groceries sometimes.<br /><br />But He always provides. He has stretched me to the point of breaking sometimes but when I turn to Him, I am full of His comfort and then can comfort others.<br /><br />My new motto is:<br /><br />Shine His light within you on those around you.<br /><br />Have a Blessed weekend!<br /><br />http://bowlofinspiration.blogspot.comLisa Petrarcahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14039206434167948116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-81722361050388953452010-12-10T00:22:38.777-07:002010-12-10T00:22:38.777-07:00I've experienced many changes this past year a...I've experienced many changes this past year as well. Yet even despite my losses, God has been faithful and has given me so much. I am truly celebrating with you in the JOY of our Savior's birth this Christmas!BARBIEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02537827307867912139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-89901372281322924582010-12-09T22:04:10.151-07:002010-12-09T22:04:10.151-07:00I love when God interrupts our lives and poses a q...I love when God interrupts our lives and poses a question to our hearts. I totally agree with this "this isn't my permanent home. I'm just passing through on my way to my home in heaven." We put so much effort in making our lives here on earth so comfortable when we should be thinking about where we will be spending eternity.We are only a vapor-only here for a short time. Nice post!;)Kellihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10062849571258294422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-60192898053664825212010-12-09T22:03:44.033-07:002010-12-09T22:03:44.033-07:00The "perfect" Christmas comes in differe...The "perfect" Christmas comes in different forms at different times in our lives. I love the way you've embraced your new version.Sherylhttp://www.sherylobryan.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-45801215941918457992010-12-09T20:41:39.431-07:002010-12-09T20:41:39.431-07:00Thank you Debbie for sharing your heart with us. ...Thank you Debbie for sharing your heart with us. I praise GOD for how you seek JESUS and how faithful HE is! <br />This has been a difficult year for so many, reminding me that life is hard but GOD is good...all the time.<br /><br />True Christmas blessings to you and yours. ((HUGS))Jesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13742425014656556927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-34184033406879704812010-12-09T20:37:47.357-07:002010-12-09T20:37:47.357-07:00What a lovely post. You are truly Blessed with Hi...What a lovely post. You are truly Blessed with Him.Brianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05710824133055569026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-27953406657622142522010-12-09T19:01:10.587-07:002010-12-09T19:01:10.587-07:00I'm a fairly new reader here, so I am not fami...I'm a fairly new reader here, so I am not familiar with all the changes that have taken place in your life this year. But it sounds like you've made good choices - to be thankful, and to focus on the good. God has been so faithful to me, and I know He will continue to be in the future - and to you, too! <br /><br />Blessings to you and yours this season as you remember the real reason we celebrate!<br /><br />Merry Christmas!Leah https://www.blogger.com/profile/06195153552536094357noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-13976040249480895132010-12-09T17:37:42.592-07:002010-12-09T17:37:42.592-07:00Rejoicing with you in our temporary home of Arizon...Rejoicing with you in our temporary home of Arizona and for eternity in our permanent home!<br /><br />Hugs to you sweet friend,<br />SarahSarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17295906251145450659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-14356582291078348112010-12-09T16:14:02.179-07:002010-12-09T16:14:02.179-07:00I hear the echo of Apostle Paul's words in you...I hear the echo of Apostle Paul's words in your post -- "I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances..." Phil. 4:11<br /><br />Amazing you can put these two pictures of celebration and give encouragement with a a faith-filled heart. My Christmas wish for you is a very special Christmas touche with a memorable joy-filled moments with those you love around you. <br />You are rich beyond measure.Bonnie Grayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10331275947237285245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-80407068016723189862010-12-09T13:58:42.304-07:002010-12-09T13:58:42.304-07:00I'm choosing to be content with less this year...I'm choosing to be content with less this year too. In fact, this year we've decided to not send out Christmas cards and it surprises me that I'm ok with that, being the real mail person I am. But we decided the money spent on cards and postage could go toward the things we support at church.<br /><br />We'll put up a tree this weekend and that's the extent of my decorating. Gifts are also being kept at a minimum.<br /><br />Without distractions we are able to see more of Jesus.Cindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15583817947078375493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-22590165921400029552010-12-09T13:05:07.156-07:002010-12-09T13:05:07.156-07:00This is a great reminder to us, Debbie, that it...This is a great reminder to us, Debbie, that it's not about being organized, it's about Jesus and the freedom He brings if only we have eyes to see in those hard times.<br /><br />Hugs,<br />MarySaleslady371https://www.blogger.com/profile/15962608799409882219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-14078400101508110172010-12-09T11:13:20.392-07:002010-12-09T11:13:20.392-07:00You are so beautiful, Debbie, inside and out. I...You are so beautiful, Debbie, inside and out. I'm always so blessed reading all your posts. I'm thankful that 2011 is right around the corner for both of us, and even though 2010 has been difficult, it has been full of God's love. May your Christmas be a blessing to you and all those children you are with.Lisa notes...https://www.blogger.com/profile/07103364395238899215noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-75465088181359825062010-12-09T10:38:48.057-07:002010-12-09T10:38:48.057-07:00Ah, there is nothing quite like seeing the beauty ...Ah, there is nothing quite like seeing the beauty of Christmas the eyes and voice of children and finding Jesus in the simple truths of life. Beautiful post!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05174940277873300125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-75489783519976851342010-12-09T09:13:49.063-07:002010-12-09T09:13:49.063-07:00You have a great attitude, Debbie! I know that ch...You have a great attitude, Debbie! I know that changes like the ones you have been through are difficult, but as you have said, your focus is on Jesus...and what a blessing that is! I pray that your Christmas this year is full of joy and Christ's love as you celebrate His birth.<br /><br />Living for Him, JoanJoan Davis (Jo)https://www.blogger.com/profile/02305888520649862063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-33372933489181414432010-12-09T08:48:10.793-07:002010-12-09T08:48:10.793-07:00Debbie,
You so beautifully illustrated the unchang...Debbie,<br />You so beautifully illustrated the unchanging rock-solidity of Christmas that transcends the constant changeability of this earth life. Your expression of contentment and joy despite your personal changes is such an inspiring example to follow. Thank you!Shaunie @ Up the Sunbeamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01241965070501761816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1282814980296803369.post-32985247147783872322010-12-09T08:07:56.790-07:002010-12-09T08:07:56.790-07:00DITTO
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I love this Debbie, and I lo...DITTO<br />DITTO <br />DITTO...<br />I love this Debbie, and I love where you are finding joy and the growth that has come to you 'in the midst of'...<br /><br />You said this beautifully!<br /><br />Love you!http://bitsandpieces-sonja.blogspot.com/https://www.blogger.com/profile/09254831447887637714noreply@blogger.com