HANNAH - PROMISES

Hannh's story reminds us of God's PROMISES to us

She put her confidence in the Lord, believing that he would be here in her time of need.  She understood that all she had to do was ask.  That does not mean that she would be granted her wish, but that she knew he would listen and provide comfort.  The Lord promises us the same thing today. Here are some verses regarding this subject.

Galatians 3:22

But the scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the promise by faith of Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe.

 

Galations 3:28-29

There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.

James 1:12

Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.

 

1 John 2:25

And this is the promise that he hath promised us, even eternal life.

 

The Lord promised Abraham that through him all nations would be best.  The children of Israel inherited the Promised Land.   Today the Lord has promised us eteral life and a home in heaven to those who believe, are baptized, and follow his word.

 

In the same manner the Lord tells us to be not worried, but know that our needs will be provided.

Matthew 6:30-32

Wherefore, if God so clothe the grass of the field, which to day is, and
to morrow is cast into the oven, shall he not much more clothe you, O ye of little faith?
Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?
(For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things.

May you remember to count your blessings and hold fast to God's promises for your life here on earth and your eternal life in heaven.

Blessings,
Shannon

 

 

 

WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY!!!

Sorry I missed a post.......it is going to happen. Yesterday was spent getting ready for our snowstorm today!!!  We are supposed to have record snowfall - up to a foot.  The kids are so excited. It is absolutely gorgeous outside.  I love the look of new-fallen, pure, white snow.  It reminds me of the Bible verse,

Isaiah 1:18 (KJV)

Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.

The kids are out of school and my hubby is working from home, so we are blessed to all be here together safe and sound.  Our prayers for safe travel for those who are out and about.

I am going to finish this blog entry, and then enjoy my day with the family.  Time to put the Weight Watchers chowder in the crockpot. See the link "Soups and Stews"  on the right side of the blog.

Since I missed yesterday I am going to combine the daily ideas.

          WORDS OF WISDOM WEDNESDAY                          THAT'S NEAT! THURSDAY

 

 I really like this one, and thought it was very fitting             One of my goals is to be more

as the kids will be climbing the walls. I need to                   more organized this year.  I am

appreciate each and every minute.                                     referring to it often.

 

Source :  www.time-warpwife.com                                  Source : www.lifeyourway.net

 

 

The next entry (tonight or tomorrow), will be about Promises and Prayer.

 

*** What are your favorite Bible verses about God's promises to us, or your favorite one about prayer???  Enter them in the comment section below.  I want to involve my readers, as they are my support.  Thanks for reading.......please remember to like the blog on Facebook.

 

Blessings,

 

Shannon

                             

TASTY TREAT TUESDAY!!!

 

BISQUICK CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

 

I had no idea that you could make cookies with baking mix. I am going to give it a try sometime soon......will take pictures and post with  my reaction

 

http://www.plainchicken.com/2010/03/bisquick-chocolate-chip-cookies.html

HANNAH - DAY TWO

I had a really busy day today, so this is going to be short.  I will expand more tomorrow.

Questions to consider :

Why is Hannah described as a woman of faith by people today?
How was she rewarded?
What reaction have you had to any difficulties you have faced lately?
How did you handle the way others reacted to the situation?
Has the Lord answered any of your prayers lately?   Have any of your prayers gone unanswered?

What do you think Hannah's life was like after she gave Samuel to the Lord?  She kept her vow to God. What types of vows have you made to God and others?  Are you trying your best to keep these vows?

If you have children, are you preparing them for a life dedicated to God?  Do you read to them and teach them the stories in the Bible?   Do you pray with them - at times other than meals?  Do they see you reading and studying?

Tomorrow....the power of God's promises and the power of prayer.

Blessings,
Shannon

MAIN DISH MONDAY

*** I have decided to break up the posts into 2 parts......the study and then the daily ideas. Today's study is in the entry below.  Thanks!

MAIN DISH MONDAY

 

Chicken Fried Steak- Skinny Style

This is one of my hubby's favorites, but definitely not on Weight Watchers. I am anxious to surprise him with it one night. I found this recipe on Pinterest. It is from Mens Fitness.
The original link for the photo and recipe is:

http://www.mensfitness.com/nutrition/what-to-eat/chicken-fried-steak-recipe

Once I make it myself I will add a photo of my own..........don't want to risk copyright issues.  My mouth is watering right now!!!




DAY ONE - HANNAH

Scripture :   I Samuel  1:1-2:19
 
Hannah -  Name means "Graciousness or  Favor"

Hannah was a wife of Elkanah. She shared this position with another woman, Penninah. Hannah was barren and unable to  bare a child for him.  As is today, this was a very emotional circumstance.  It was difficult to know that she could not provide him a son, and that society then saw this as not being a "whole woman".  Even when Elkanah tried to assure her that he loved her, it was of little comfort.  On their journey to the tabernacle, Elkannah gave his portions to Penninah and his sons, but a  greater portion to Hannah.  Penninah provoked Hannah since she could not have a child, and this gave her great sorrow.

At their journey to the tabernacle in Shiloh, Hannah wept and prayed earnestly at the door.  Her lips moved without making a sound. She cried out from her heart "O Lord of hosts, if thou wilt indeed look on the affliction of thine handmaid, and remember me, and not forget thine handmaid, but wilt give unto thine handmaid a man child, then I will give him unto the Lord all the days of his life, and there shall no razor come upon his head."  Eli, the high priest saw this and though that she had been drinking.  Hannah replied that this was not true. She was a woman full of sorrow speaking to the Lord.  Eli replied, "Go in peace: and the God of Israel grant thee thy petition that thou hast asked of him."   Elkanah and Hannah returned home and she did conceive a son. They named him Samuel.

Since she had dedicated Samuel to the Lord, she took him to live with Eli at the temple when he was weened.  Her son would later become Israel's first judge and prophet and priest.  He would later annoint Saul and David as kings.  Each year Hannah visited Samuel and brought him a robe.  Eli prayed blessings for Elkanah. Hannah was later blessed with three sons and two daughters, as she had kept her promise to the Lord.

Tomorrow.......how this story relates to us in prayer and our relationship with our children.

Blessings,
Shannon

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