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Little D ~ A Light For Hope in Christ

There is Peace in Christ alone - He is the Balm of Gilead that brings true Healing!

About Me

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How can someone really define their individuality on a page like this when we are all as multifaceted as a diamond?
There is way too much violence and hate in this world ~
~ and what it needs is for true followers of Christ to have His love in their hearts to share with others.
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"A Candle's but a simple thing, it starts with just a bit of string. Yet dipped and dipped with patient hand, it gathers wax upon the strand ~ until, complete and snowy white, it gives at last a lovely light. Life is so like that bit of string, ~ each deed we do a simple thing, ~ yet day by day if on life's strand ~ we work with patient heart and hand ~ it gathers joy, makes dark days bright, ~ and gives at last a lovely light." (by: Clara B. Thurston)
(Click on Link) The Flame of Hope
We can't give what we don't have, so we must receive God's love for us in Jesus Christ in order to have it to share with others.
Only then will we truly be "lights" in this darkened world; and I believe that even one life can make a difference. This is what my heart longs for.Although my light may be small ~ "I'm gonna let it shine!"
"There are those who believe, so the story is told ~ That at birth you receive your own Angel to hold. You come into this world on a wing and a prayer ~ And throughout your lifetime, she'll always be there.
A Guardian Angel who will guide what you do ~ Her pure essence of love sent to watch over you." ~ (Author Unknown to me)
"For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. They shall lift you up in their hands,..." (Psalm 91:11-12)
"See that you do not look down on one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of My Father in heaven." (Matt. 18:10)
"Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?" (Hebrews 1:14)
"Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it." (Hebrews 13:2)
{Even angels long to look into these things ~ 1 Peter 1:12}
I am learning that sometimes we must release our grasp on people and things in order to be open to receive and grow beyond our present circumstances.
It is true in my case (and may be in your own as well), that "all the significant battles are waged within the self."
I believe that, "Well done, is better than well said." In other words my actions always speak much louder than my words, so I try my best to make sure I do everything in love.
Yet who is always perfect and never fails in this? Alas, to err is human and to forgive, Divine.... Thankfully there is such a thing as compassion!
"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!" (2 Cor. 5:17, NIV)
(See: John 13:1-17)~ I believe in living the words and following the example of our Great Shepherd and Savior Jesus Christ who said that mercy triumphs over judgment ~
~ and that we are to love our neighbor as ourselves.
~ He came to seek and to save that which was lost ...(and that was definitely me among the many).
He also said, "Do unto others as you'd have them do unto you ~ and judge not, unless you also want to be judged as well ~

My Interests



My interests are so diverse that it is hard to sum them up but mostly I appreciate everything creative and beautiful (whether people, places or objects)~ but by beauty I mean it's inherent beauty and that is often not seen by the casual observer. ~

~ Everyone I have ever seen is beautiful in one way or another and more precious than gold, because they are wonderously created by the One True God and may be redeemed by the precious blood of our Savior Jesus Christ.

Also I absolutely love our wonderful planet ~

~ and all its inhabitants ~

~ I just may not like all of their personalities or agree with all of their actions ~

~ Especially mean, nasty, and/or hatefully destructive actions of prejudice or abuse toward those who are different or weaker than one's self ~

~ Also I despise destruction toward (or misuse of) our beautiful planet and its wildlife and natural resources (the greatest of which is our children) ~

"The earth is the LORD's and everything it in; the people and all who live in it." ~ Psalm 24:1 (NKJV)~

I love being with people but I also enjoy times of solitude and tranquility in nature, appreciating the beauty of God's creation.

The best way to view nature (and enjoy the solitude at the same time) is to do so from the back of a horse.

Horses are such majestic creatures, with so much power under control that they are fearless in battle ~

~ yet they are gentle enough for even children to love and handle.

One day soon ~ Justice will be done for the Children!

Then they will be welcomed into God's Kingdom of Light and Love and will hurt no more. Their reward will be great...

Angel of the morning light.

The Crown of Thorns in reflection.

This is Laura Ann's Angel ~ She looks just like my oldest daughter.

I am also an artist of sorts, thus the reason for so many pictures on my page. I not only delight in creating art of all kinds, but in viewing and appreciating all works of art from others.

I'd like to meet:



~ I would like to meet my Creator face to face ~

~ Who is our Savior known as Jesus the Christ ~ the One to whom every knee shall bow and every tongue will confess one day soon - (Philippians 2:8-11)

~ My Redeemer who is my Lord ~

~ and the Guardian Angels who've kept me alive and encouraged me countless times when death was close for me.

{"Then an Angel appeared to Him from heaven, strengthening Him."} ~ Luke 22:43 ~

"My Father, who has given them to Me, is greater than all; and no one is able to snatch them out of My Father's hand." ~ John 10:29

"No one can snatch them out of My hand..." (John 10:29a)

Also, I'd like to meet all of my Internet friends from around the world ~

~ to look them in the eyes and really see their soul...and to thank them for their friendship to me here on MySpace...

I would also very much like to meet all true Christians who share the hope of glory which is Christ in us - living His life in us each day - so that we may have the joy of the Lord as our strength.

Jesus the Christ died for us, therefore, we should no longer live our lives for ourselves, but for the One who died for us, so that we may be reconciled to God ~ and afterwards He rose to the Father's right hand and now lives to intercede (pray) for us, and to give us the strength we need and new life in Him ~

I am searching for inner peace and growth on a spiritual journey that has lasted since childhood ~

"Unless you change your whole outlook and become like little children you will never enter the kingdom of Heaven.

It is the (one) who can be as humble as this little child who is greatest in the kingdom of Heaven." [Phillips, Matthew 18:3-4]

~ "All that the Father gives Me shall come to Me; and the (one) that comes to Me I will not refuse." [John 6:37; paraphrased]~

~ and I'm seeking and receiving the love of a Father that I have never experienced before now ~

~ and it is amazing to be beloved by God in Christ, and to receive His grace and His power and strength to face each day ~

In general, I like to meet all genuine people (in person and online), but don't like to stay around gossips, backbiters, critical, or judgmental people and hypocrites, (fakes, phoneys), and the sort - a little redundant I know but please be patient I am a work in progress ~

I'm not where I need to be in spiritual growth, but thank God, I'm not where I used to be either.Sometimes the process of God changing and molding us is a very painful process - and "hurting people, hurt people" without realizing it at times ~

~ and in knowing that, I extend great forebearance to others who err as we all have our own uniqueness and such ~

~ I will just quietly excuse myself and go my own way so as not to receive the negativity or add to it - Lord knows I have had enough of that in my life...and sometimes it is difficult to overcome.

I desire only to have and express love toward all people (of all races)~

~ and enjoy learning about different faiths, religions, and beliefs ~

~ and learning about them without judgment or condemnation because of differences in point of views. I just can't stand when people do that and set themselves up to judge and look down on others.

"Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved." "For there is no difference between the Jew and the (Gentile): for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon Him." (Romans 10:1, 12)

Judgment and condemnation is not love! And I don't want to be like that. I've been around enough people who do that in my life, and so now I choose a more peaceful and loving path of life...

Seeking the love and blessings that may follow that choice...

"Come, follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men." ~ Jesus ~ (Mark 1:17)

Music:



Movies:



No one took Jesus' life. As the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, He willingly laid down His life as our Ransom and Sacrifice to pay our death penalty so we may have eternal life in Him who loves us so much.

"To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His steps." (1 Peter 2:21)

"The price of greatness is responsibility!"

"The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little EXTRA."

"My dear child I never left you.... It was when you saw one set of footprints that I was carrying you..."

Television:



I believe that we should control the TV and not the other way around, and life is so much more to be lived than watched, don't you think? (It has its place for entertainment and relaxation, I agree, if the content is good).

Books:

Too many books to list at this time but the most important book ever written is the holy Word of God ~ the Bible.


I firmly believe that the Word of God is living and active and more powerful than any two-edged sword. (Hebrews 4:12)You know the Bible 100%! Wow! You are awesome! You are a true Biblical scholar, not just a hearer but a personal reader! The books, the characters, the events, the verses - you know it all! You are fantastic!
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~ God's Word is Truth. (John 17:17)
"As the deer longs (pants) for the water brooks, so pants my soul for You, O God. My soul thirts for God, for the living God. When shall I come and appear before God?" ~ Psalm 42:1-2
I'm an avid reader of Christian authors and somewhat of a writer and I've dabbled in poetry in times past, but not much at this time; I presently focus only on what is important and necessary for the day at hand and the future.
"And this gospel [good news] of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come." - (Matthew 24:14, NIV)
"Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned." ~ (Mark 16:15-16, NIV)
I have read the Bible through in at least 12 versions for the past 12 years, and have studied it in-depth for longer than that ~ and I have proven its truth in my life - over and over again.
"Many use the Bible only for debate, and it seems others twist its words and use it for hate;~
~ still some choose to use it to tell others "their" fate; while many look within its pages and choose to negate;
I try to read it only to appreciate and relate."
[What I mean by my last statement is that I choose to appreciate all the timeless truths within God's Word, the wisdom in all the Creator's design and plan, and to relate to God's point of view and the human condition]
~ "I strive only to live and to learn; to apply the love I see within its pages and share that love with others before its too late for this world." ~ Little Dee
Books on Spirituality and many Christian books interest me and are in my library, including educational, health and natural healing books, Time-Life nature series,and those on Astronomy, and the Universe, etc.
"The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament (the expanse of heaven) shows His handiwork (the work of His hands).
Day unto day utters speech, and night unto night reveals knowledge. There is no speech nor language where their voice is not heard." ~ Psalm 19:1-3 ~
" Up to a point a man's life is shaped by environment, heredity, and movements and changes in the world about him. Then there comes a time when it lies within his grasp to shape the clay of his life into the sort of thing he wishes to be. Only the weak blame parents, their race, their times, lack of good fortune, or the quirks of fate. Everyone has it within his power to say, 'This I am today; that I will be tomorrow.'" Louis L'Amour
"But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." (Romans 5:8, NIV)
"Behold, I (Jesus) stand at the door and knock: if any (one) hears My voice, and opens the door to Me, I will come in to him, and will dine with him, and he with Me." ~ Revelation 3:20 , KJV - paraphrased.

Heroes:


My heroes are my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ ~
~ and those pioneers of the faith who've left such an excellent example for us to follow as well ~
~ and my family (my three lovely daughters and handsome son) also inspire me to do my best for the short time I'm in this life ~
Although I do not agree with the concept behind most wars and do not personally agree with taking the lives of others (especially the innocent children and women who often suffer from wars)~
~ yet I do respect those who are willing to lay down their own lives on behalf of others to fight for what they believe in and for the protection of their loved ones.
(Therefore, I appreciate those in our nation's service and all rescue workers)
[Of course even a precious little child's prayers will be heard]
~ and I'm grateful for all those who are true to their inner calling to serve others with love ~
~ and those who delight in sharing their unique gifts to bring about love and change in the world ~
God bless each of you, light-workers, I truly love you! ~
I believe we are all here to help each other on our spiritual life journey and to share in what each of us may become in this life and eventually into the next through death...
I hope that I can help others along the way as I have been helped by many in my lifetime ~
~ may you be blessed with love from above.
I appreciate you visiting my page and hope you've been blessed by your visit to my world.

My Blog

Bring the Rain -

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Posted by Little D ~ A Light For Hope in Christ on Thu, 20 Sep 2007 10:02:00 PST

Instrument of Peace Prayer - sung by Sarah McLachlan

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Posted by Little D ~ A Light For Hope in Christ on Sat, 14 Jul 2007 10:27:00 PST

"I am NOT Who I Was" video sung by Brandon Heath

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Posted by Little D ~ A Light For Hope in Christ on Sat, 14 Jul 2007 10:32:00 PST

Loneliness :(

LONELINESS Loneliness hits everyone at some time or another.So when loneliness hits what do we do?We have two choices:We can either sit in our misery or we can turn and see what the word of God has ...
Posted by Little D ~ A Light For Hope in Christ on Mon, 18 Jun 2007 02:18:00 PST

Optical Illusions

Leonardo Da Vinci or man on a donkey? Does it roll for you?  How stressed are you? Where's the beginning? How many other things can you see here?...
Posted by Little D ~ A Light For Hope in Christ on Thu, 07 Jun 2007 10:20:00 PST

Favorite Sand-Art of Jesus

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Posted by Little D ~ A Light For Hope in Christ on Thu, 07 Jun 2007 10:10:00 PST

Punching Bag Relic (warning - graphic & may trigger memories)

Used by permission from my dear friend who not only wrote this but lived it as written - Praise God she is not a victim anymore! Here is her testimony: "I wrote this years ago about an incident that...
Posted by Little D ~ A Light For Hope in Christ on Tue, 17 Apr 2007 03:35:00 PST

May God Bless YOU!

May God bless you this day&to know your worth! "I am of no use to anyone or anything.  I'm a failure&in my marriage&at my job&with my children&with making friends&in my ministry&with God."At some...
Posted by Little D ~ A Light For Hope in Christ on Fri, 12 Jan 2007 12:32:00 PST

Choice

  I welcome each new day, mine to use, to fill, to live as I see fit.  How it unfolds is up to me. THE CHOICE IS MINE I can be miserable, or I can have a great day. I can doubt, or I can...
Posted by Little D ~ A Light For Hope in Christ on Fri, 12 Jan 2007 12:31:00 PST

Abortion is NOT your only OPTION (here's help)

" Abortion is my only option&"  This is NOT TRUE! "I never, never intended for this to happen.  I ran into an old boyfriend at a particularly vulnerable time in my life, and we talked late...
Posted by Little D ~ A Light For Hope in Christ on Wed, 04 Oct 2006 12:13:00 PST