{Women as Gospel Workers}

{Isn’t this a quaint photograph?}

My friends and I did a reading together this afternoon, from Testimonies Volume 6.  The chapter was entitled “Women to be Gospel Workers”.  My friends and I found it to be greatly inspiration, especially since we are ever looking for ways to share our faith with others, and be a blessing to our colleagues and coworkers.

“Many youth as well as older sisters appear shy of religious conversation.  They do not appreciate their opportunities.  They close the windows of the soul that should be open heavenward, and open their windows wide earthward.  But when they see the excellence of the human soul they will close the windows earthward, which depend on worldly amusements and associations in folly and sin, and will open the windows heavenward to behold spiritual things.  The Word of God must be their assurance, their hope, their peace.  Then they can say: ‘I will receive the Sun of Righteousness, that it may shine forth to others”

I though that illustration of opening and closing the windows of the soul to earth and heaven was a beautiful illustration of our our hearts must be consecrated.  I often as myself questions such as “How do I spend my free time?”  “How does the time that I spend in God’s Word amount to that which I spend chatting to friends ect.?” for examples.

“The wails of the world’s sorrow are heard all around us.  Sin is pressing its shadow upon us, and our minds must be ready for every good word and work.  We know that we have the presence of Jesus.  The sweet influence of His Holy Spirit is teaching and guiding our thoughts, leading us to speak words that will cheer and brighten the pathway of others.”

One of the subjects which often pervades our conversation as friends is how to make opportunities to share Christ.  To make our mind susceptible to opportunities to witness for Christ.  As we closed our little meeting we prayer that the Lord would lead us this coming week, that he would show us the way, that he would show us the opportunities in which we can radiate the happiness that comes from serving the Lord.

Each quotation taken from Testimonies Vol. 6 pg. 114-118 Women to be Gospel Workers

{Old Stirring Hymns}

In our church service today, we sang two old  hymns which I found very inspirational.  Below are the two stirring hymns that remind me of our true purpose.

Dare to be a Daniel
(Words & Music by Philip P. Bliss in 1873)

Standing by a purpose true,
Heeding God’s command,
Honor them, the faithful few!
All hail to Daniel’s band!
Refrain
Dare to be a Daniel,
Dare to stand alone!
Dare to have a purpose firm!
Dare to make it known.

Many mighty men are lost
Daring not to stand,
Who for God had been a host
By joining Daniel’s band.

Dare to be a Daniel,
Dare to stand alone!
Dare to have a purpose firm!
Dare to make it known.

Many giants, great and tall,
Stalking through the land,
Headlong to the earth would fall,
If met by Daniel’s band.

Dare to be a Daniel,
Dare to stand alone!
Dare to have a purpose firm!
Dare to make it known.

Hold the Gospel banner high!
On to vict’ry grand!
Satan and his hosts defy,
And shout for Daniel’s band.

Dare to be a Daniel,
Dare to stand alone!
Dare to have a purpose firm!
Dare to make it known.
—o0o—
Yield Not to Temptation
(Words & Music by Horatio R. Palmer in 1868)

Yield not to temptation, for yielding is sin;
Each victory will help you some other to win;
Fight manfully onward, dark passions subdue,
Look ever to Jesus, He’ll carry you through.

Refrain

Ask the Savior to help you,
Comfort, strengthen and keep you;
He is willing to aid you,
He will carry you through.

Shun evil companions, bad language disdain,
God’s Name hold in reverence, nor take it in vain;
Be thoughtful and earnest, kindhearted and true,
Look ever to Jesus, He’ll carry you through.

Ask the Savior to help you,
Comfort, strengthen and keep you;
He is willing to aid you,
He will carry you through.

To him that o’ercometh, God giveth a crown;
Through faith we shall conquer, though often cast down;
He Who is our Savior our strength will renew;
Look ever to Jesus, He’ll carry you through.

Ask the Savior to help you,
Comfort, strengthen and keep you;
He is willing to aid you,
He will carry you through.

{Update and some great news!}

Friends are a true blessing

Ah, yes! We are in need of a little update

Life has been busy as usual. I have been blessed to have a job as a Kindergarten Teacher in my local town, which I consider a great blessing. I hope that it will be a stepping stone to becoming a Nanny/Governess in the coming year or so. The children are just adorable! Truly, gorgeous! So teachable and loving – always learning, or shall I say willing to learn. I’m certainly in my element.

I have a special friend arriving tomorrow, which is so exciting! We only see each other once or twice a year, so I have been conjuring up ideas of what we shall do together…

I still have a few things to do, so I’d better sign off now.

Have a delighful week everyone!

Photo Courtesy: Millie Motts