Sane, Simple, Sacred: Anticipation

Anticipation

Usually our Bible study group meets in a coffee shop,

but this morning, they're bringing "the mountain to Mohammed".

My husband has been incredibly helpful in doing some basic cleaning

and moving the tables to accommodate our number.

I've arranged some of the lovely get well cards I've received

over the past almost-three weeks as centerpieces.

Coffee is measured. A push of the button will get it going.

Coffee cake will arrive with the ladies.

And Jesus is ALREADY here.

God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you." Hebrews 13:5

(I'm not sure WHERE that mountain/Mohammed saying comes from!

Will have to do a little research.)

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downsizersApril 4, 2014 at 8:19 AM
Please pray for me as I have been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation and have been having a difficult time getting all the medicines right. I feel bad most of the time and have no energy. I have had to stop going to my exercise classes and cannot do much around here until we get this resolved. My heart rate a while back was 156 bpm and I was having double vision. My bp is over in the 180's over around 100. I usually wake up with a headache due to high bp but then it goes down after I take my meds which make me sick for a while. I guess I have to get used to them. I only ask believers to pray for me and I know you are one. You have a great husband and great friends. Hope the Bible Study is uplifting.
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FlowerLady LorraineApril 4, 2014 at 8:32 AM
May your Bible study be an uplifting one. God is definitely already there in your home, as He is with each and every one of us.

Love, hugs and God's continued blessings ~ FlowerLady
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BeanApril 4, 2014 at 8:39 AM
Rebecca!! I can tell that you are now feeling on the mend. Praise Jesus! Good fellowship will your bible study group will be good medicine :)

Bean
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Nellie's Cozy PlaceApril 4, 2014 at 10:13 AM
Morning Rebecca,
How sweet of your group to come to you, I am sure that will perk up your spirits a lot.........
Glad to hear your are in a more tolerable place pain wise. Your table looks very pretty and
sweet of your hubby to set up things so you can have the ladies over. Hope you have a great
time, but don't overdue it...........lol
Blessings Hon,
Nellie
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Brenda Leyland @ Its A Beautiful LifeApril 4, 2014 at 11:39 AM
I so enjoyed this post of anticipation. And I just loved how you climaxed the preparation for your gathering as you say the coffee is measured out, the cake is on its way, and Jesus is ALREADY here.

Oh yes....lovely.

I hope you are feeling better today than yesterday, and that your time with your friends will add that layer of healing in the form of 'good medicine' laughter.

Blessings........
Brenda

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SandyApril 6, 2014 at 6:41 PM
Where two or more are gathered the Lord is among you. I know you and the other ladies will receive such blessing and encouragement through this time together. You are in my thoughts and prayers, dear friend.
Love you~
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