Here it is-my very first 5 minute Friday. I have been seeing this, and have seen some wonderful writing. I thought today wouldn’t be the day to jump in, but the words came anyway. Here we go.
Grit.
It’s something that I thought I had. I’m tough perhaps, but sometimes life throws you for a curve when you least expect it.
It has happened before, and it happened again.
This girl who self-proclaims grit has been scared for the past few weeks.
Health nags.
Why not me? I am not promised a long life, a life without troubles, or cares. I am promised a home in the future without these things, but that day doesn’t seem to be today. I don’t suppose the Lord would return without my knowledge. I’m sure I will get some sort of talking to when the time does come.
Today however, I mustered up as much grit as I could, prayed, and walked into the unknown. I hate peering inside my body-you never know what will be found.
Today, however, all was fine.
And I am so grateful for that.
Thank you Lord, for more time to learn your Word, my husband, and my children.
Thank you for more time to improve me.
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“Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven”… Matthew 5:12a
Wow! I have been going through something similar this past month. Kinda scary. Shook me up and made me realize how my every heartbeat is in God’s hand. Thankfully I got good news on my heart yesterday but still more tests to run. I thought I was healthy as a horse!
Praying your further tests are fine as well. Health matters are very scary.
Sam Kelley recently posted..Grit
Sam! So fun to see you here joining in! I’m so sorry the health nags, and I can relate to wondering if I have the grit I need to. I’m so glad everything looks good, and like you, I’m so thankful for God’s Word and my family. Have a blessed day!
Jacque @ Mercy Found Me recently posted..Perseverance and Grit
I figured it was time. :) I forgot to mention that I love your photo today! Have a blessed weekend!
Sam Kelley recently posted..Grit
Thanks! I took that at our recent visit to San Juan, Puerto Rico…a staircase inside the El Morro Fort. It was an amazing place. Blessings to you too!
Jacque @ Mercy Found Me recently posted..Perseverance and Grit
Puerto Rico? You are so traveled! I’ve never even seen the ocean!
Sam Kelley recently posted..Grit
Well, goodness, you must! We got an amazing deal to take the kids on a cruise…buy two adults and two kids go free. We went with my parents and had a wonderful time making memories. If you ever come to California you can stay with us for free! We are only 45 minutes from Disneyland and the beach. You’d love it!
Jacque @ Mercy Found Me recently posted..Perseverance and Grit
Oh my friend –
I am so relieved for the good report.
And YAY that you finally joined up!! So excited!!!
I’m going to have to do some post rearranging. 4 in a day would be too much. ;) Glad to join in!
Sam Kelley recently posted..Grit
I might have clapped when I saw you linked up? :)
and I’m so relieved to hear today was fine!
and yes–I think time is only on our side when it comes to improvement. what grace!
Have a delightful weekend, friend!
Nikki recently posted..From Grit to Glory ~ Five Minute Friday
I might have chuckled when I read your comment… I am so over the top relieved!
Blessings to your weekend.
Sam Kelley recently posted..Grit
It’s really nice to know that someone is very grateful for the everyday life that God has given to him/her. Let’s just leave it all up to Him because he had plans…
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Thank you, Nicole. I agree.
Sam Kelley recently posted..Grit
Glad to know all it well. God is good and faithful to care for our needs. He loves you Sam, and I’m grateful that I have found you dear sister, even if it is in blog form! :)
Thank you so much Renee. If it weren’t for my blog friends…I’d go crazy!
Sam Kelley recently posted..Grit
I totally can relate on the health front.
Love the 5 minute friday! I need to link up sometime!!!
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I’m not even doing 3in30 this week-I do have my goals set for March though. Too many memes!
Sam Kelley recently posted..Grit
Hey Sam!! How awesome that you jumped on this :) It’s been fun for me!
So glad that all is well – will continue to pray :)
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Thank you Aurie. :)
Sam Kelley recently posted..Grit
So glad that you are well. Just remember, underneath it all are His everlasting arms.
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