I would like to think of myself as perfect but alas
this is not being truthful. We all strive for perfection
but it is not to be, this side of heaven.
Jesus was and is the only perfect One! We are to
strive to be like Him but our carnal nature resists this
so we are always within a challenge to rise above
our earthly vessels and be more like Him as we are
so directed in the Word, our Bibles.
I have found that living in a facility (nursing home)as
is my lot in life can try my patience so I am always
going to the Throne of Grace for redemption and re-
assessing my faith. Instead of moaning the blues I
have found it very possible with His Hand in mine to
look for the positive affects of my lifestyle.
In retrospect, I encountered two individual at different
times when I was roaming the halls and giving my time
and respect to other residents when the husband of a
resident asked me if I was out spreading joy and the very
next hour, another person in another area asked me the
same thing. I only tell you this as I feel that is my mission
in life is to spread joy and the power of the Gospel and
His redeeming qualities.
It is with a humble heart that I share my feelings on being
a remnant or one of perfection as I am only a remnant at
this time who is looking forward to the day that I meet Jesus
in the air or if He calls me to be at Home with Him for my
eternal abode. A remnant is not perfect so I look forward to
the day that I am finally at Home and am perfect in Him.
I remain happy with my friends/family and loved ones so with
that in mind, I cherish each day of blessings that come my way!
May Jesus Christ be praised!
"Fear not for I have redeemed you. I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters they shall not overhelm you, when you walk through the fire you shall not be burned and the flame shall not consume you for I am the Lord your God! " Isaiah 43:1-3
Note from Normie: I would like to tell you what prompted me to write this. Sometimes, some of the staff aside from the aides here at the manor will deliver our meals to our rooms if we prefer to eat here opposed to the dining room and I am one of them. It so happened that the social director, a lovely lady who is very devout, had shared a thought with me about our faith when she delivered my breakfast and how we were remnants like a gold thread among a black cloth. I feel God placed me here to inspire others as I am considered mentally alert but my digestive system is not which needs to be closely monitored. With utmost respect, your friend from Ohio's Echo Manor.
In honor and respect for the deity!
Normie