Lydia's Cooking

Christmas Dinner& Snack Counter

2010-01-22T19:42:00.002-06:00

Simple Breakfast

2009-11-14T20:54:00.000-06:00

Apple, eggs and waffles.... can't get easier! ;)
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Isa 56:2
"How blessed is the man who does this, And the son of man who takes hold of it; Who keeps from profaning the sabbath, And keeps his hand from doing any evil."

There's a Time to Bake and a Time to Can....

2009-11-11T14:15:00.001-06:00

Blessed!!!!

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Psalm 63:1-11

... I love hot-air balloons!

2009-10-22T09:57:00.000-05:00

The hot-air-balloon we saw the other day...it went right over our car. :)

Southern and Lite

2009-10-05T20:17:00.001-05:00

Who wouldn't like some fresh, hot corn bread, crunchy ceasar salad, and cold fresh-from-the-deli ham slices?! mmmm.... :)

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"We know the law of human nature: Acts produce habits, habits breed dispositions, dispositions form the will, and the rightly-formed will is character." ~Andrew Murray

Burrito Night = Yummy!

2009-10-03T19:50:00.000-05:00

This would be one of my family's favorite meals...ever.... and the nice part is, everyone here loves it. :)
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"The highest lesson a believer has to learn is humility. Oh that every Christian who seeks to advance in holiness may remember this well!.... Let us learn the lesson: the highest holiness is the deepest humility: and let us remember that is comes... not of itself but only as it is made a matter of special dealing on the part of our faithful Lord and His faithful servant..." Andrew Murray

Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup

2009-10-02T11:44:00.000-05:00

Phi 2:5-11

Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus, who, although He existed in the form of God, did not regard equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied Himself, taking the form of a bond-servant, [and] being made in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. Therefore also God highly exalted Him, and bestowed on Him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those who are in heaven, and on earth, and under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Cookies, Cookies, Cookies!

2009-09-23T15:27:00.000-05:00

Jam 5:11

Behold, we count those blessed who endured. You have heard of the endurance of Job and have seen the outcome of the Lord's dealings, that the Lord is full of compassion and [is] merciful.

Fudge-Cheese Cake!!!!!

2009-09-18T20:24:00.000-05:00

The "Grand Canyon" happened on my cheese cake! :( But.....at least it smells fabulous!!!

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Phi 4:8

Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, let your mind dwell on these things.

Homemade Pizza

2009-09-16T12:25:00.001-05:00

This was SO good! Yumm!!!

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Hell itself would be Heaven--if Christ was in it!

Heaven would be Hell--if Christ was out of it!

That which makes Heaven so full of joy--is that it is above all fear!

That which makes Hell so full of horror--is that it is beyond all hope!

- William Dyer

Just Too Pretty...

2009-09-11T14:56:00.001-05:00

It was too pretty not to post a few more pics of..... :)

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Lam 3:25 The LORD is good to those who wait for Him, To the person who seeks Him.

Mat 7:7 "Ask, and it shall be given to you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and it shall be opened to you."

Breakfast Burritoes

2009-09-09T12:00:00.000-05:00

Eph 2:8-10 For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, that no one should boast. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

From Dress to Skirt

2009-08-07T17:51:00.000-05:00

From a dress to a skirt! And that's just what I did to it. :)

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Pro 31:13

She looks for wool and flax, And works with her hands in delight.

Party for the 4th!!!

2009-08-06T11:20:00.000-05:00

This was our Fourth of July family "grill part". We love to grill (and have a party) ;) and spend time together as a family. And, we usually do have different families over, only this year we didn't. But it was very nice.

(Abby took the family picture)

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Job 31:4

"Does He not see my ways, And number all my steps?"

Oatmeal Bread and Home-made Jam

2009-07-30T19:09:00.000-05:00

Why eat more oats and oatmeal?

-Oats, oat bran, and oatmeal contain a specific type of fiber known as beta-glucan. Individuals with high cholesterol (above 220 mg/dl), consuming just 3 grams of soluble oat fiber per day (an amount found in one bowl of oatmeal) typically lowers total cholesterol by 8-23%. Lowering high cholesterol levels can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke.-

The Lord made some amazing foods out there!

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Lev 26:3-5

'If you walk in My statutes and keep My commandments so as to carry them out, then I shall give you rains in their season, so that the land will yield its produce and the trees of the field will bear their fruit. 'Indeed, your threshing will last for you until grape gathering, and grape gathering will last until sowing time. You will thus eat your food to the full and live securely in your land..."

Jellies and Jams

2009-07-26T14:00:00.000-05:00

Deu 6:5

"And you shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might."

Deu 10:12

"And now, Israel, what does the LORD your God require from you, but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all His ways and love Him, and to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul..."

An After-Church Picnic

2009-07-18T15:43:00.000-05:00

Heb 10:24

...and let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds....

Back In the Groove

2009-07-13T20:41:00.001-05:00

FINALLY I'm back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And baking bread again. :)

Garlic-herd pull-apart, dinner rolls, and mixed seed bread.

Mmm!

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2Co 4:16

Therefore we do not lose heart, but though our outer man is decaying, yet our inner man is being renewed day by day.

Party Time!!!

2009-05-19T20:36:00.000-05:00

2Ti 4:17-18

But the Lord stood with me, and strengthened me, in order that through me the proclamation might be fully accomplished, and that all the Gentiles might hear; and I was delivered out of the lion's mouth. The Lord will deliver me from every evil deed, and will bring me safely to His heavenly kingdom; to Him [be] the glory forever and ever. Amen.

Yay! Spring is here!

2009-04-08T09:24:00.000-05:00

The skirt on. :) And, no, it's not crooked, it was just windy outside.

Sewing Skirts

2009-04-07T12:28:00.000-05:00

I sewed this skirt this past month for a friend of mine, and I gave her some matching ribbon like is on the fringe of it for her hair. It was really cute, if I do say so myself. ;)

1Pe 3:8-9

To sum up, let all be harmonious, sympathetic, brotherly, kindhearted, and humble in spirit; not returning evil for evil, or insult for insult, but giving a blessing instead; for you were called for the very purpose that you might inherit a blessing.

Daddy's are Special

2009-04-04T14:52:00.000-05:00

I made the top goody for my Daddy the other evening after his supper and the friut bowl as part of his breakfast in the morning.

And, Yes, I do believe one should spoil those wonderful Daddy's every-so-often! It makes them feel special, which is just what they are to us, right? :)

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Isa 38:19

"It is the living who give thanks to Thee, as I do today; A father tells his sons about Thy faithfulness."

Yumy-yumy 7-layer Taco-dip

2009-04-03T12:35:00.001-05:00

I think I need to fix the flash on my camera, because these pics are very "foggy" and so have a lot of others pics I've taken been.... oh well.... the food is what matters, right? ;)

So, this is my own version of a "Seven Layer Taco Dip", specifically made to satisfy all the different taste-buds in our family! It is really good, and one of our favorites for spring and summer get-togethers.

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Mat 16:25

"For whoever wishes to save his life shall lose it; but whoever loses his life for My sake shall find it."

(Out of focus)-Treat Time!

2009-04-02T13:04:00.000-05:00

Mama and Oliver had been doing homework all day long, so Jenny and I decided to make them a little treat. :) Not too bad.... (except for the pics not being in focus!)

Psa 54:4, 6

Behold, God is my helper; The Lord is the sustainer of my soul......Willingly I will sacrifice to Thee; I will give thanks to Thy name, O LORD, for it is good.

Stuffed Peppers

2009-03-17T15:10:00.001-05:00

These were Stuffed Italian Peppers I made the other night. They were really good too!

Psa 36:9 - For with Thee is the fountain of life; In Thy light we see light.

Organic Fresh Beef Burgers

2009-03-12T19:50:00.000-05:00

I would otherwise grill burgers for us instead of using a frying pan, but since it wasn't the right weather, it happened to be the pan this time.

These were amazing, though! I got fresh, organic, farm-raised-grass-fed beef and the price was increadible! (for what I paide for 27 lbs. you couldn't beat!)

Psa 91:1-2, 4

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High Will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the LORD, "My refuge and my fortress, My God, in whom I trust!" .... He will cover you with His pinions, And under His wings you may seek refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and bulwark.

Garlic-Herb Pull-apart Loaf

2009-03-10T19:56:00.000-05:00

This was a new bread recipe I tried the other day; not the healthiest but definitely very tasty! I served it with Hungarian Goulash I made and the the strawberry cake on my previous post was dessert.

It all seamed to go very well "together", and I was pleased with the way the stew and bread turned out. I think I could have done better on the dessert end of things, but there is always a second chance.

2Th 1:3

We ought always to give thanks to God for you, brethren, as is [only] fitting, because your faith is greatly enlarged, and the love of each one of you toward one another grows [ever] greater....

Strawberry Cake!

2009-03-09T18:51:00.001-05:00

This is my specialty for the week (I don't make things like this every week, actually) - Strawberry cake. You can find the recipe on TasteSpotting.com.

Thanks again for that sight, Hannah! I love it! :)

Psa 54:6

Willingly I will sacrifice to Thee; I will give thanks to Thy name, O LORD, for it is good.

Isa 26:12

LORD, Thou wilt establish peace for us, Since Thou hast also performed for us all our works.

Pie Anyone?

2009-03-07T14:26:00.000-06:00

We made an apple pie the other Sunday for our dessert, served of-course, with vanilla icecream! Mmm!

Psa 30:5, 10-11

For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for a lifetime; Weeping may last for the night, But a shout of joy [comes] in the morning.....

"Hear, O LORD, and be gracious to me; O LORD, be Thou my helper. Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing; Thou hast loosed my sackcloth and girded me with gladness..."

Quiche Recipies

2009-03-05T15:47:00.000-06:00

Spinach Quiche:

I deep dish pie shell (I forgot, but you might need 2...)
2 pkgs. chopped leaf spinach (larger bag, in the frozen section)
1 large container cottage cheese
1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
2 eggs (beaten)
salt/pepper to taste
1/4 large yellow onion, chopped small
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese to top (if you do end up having 2 pies, just double the cheese for topping)

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Thaw the frozen spinach completely and squeeze/strain till all access liquid is out. Dump in a large mixing bowl along with the cheeses, onions, salt, pepper, and beaten eggs. Miz well and scoop into pie shell(s). Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over; bake for 45~ or so minutes, until crispy and light brown on top.
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Sausage-Egg Quiche:

3/4 pound Italian sausage
1/2 cup onion, thinly sliced or diced
1/3 cup green pepper (optional)
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 tablespoon flour
1 deep-dish pie crust
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup evaporated milk
1 tbs parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon seasoned or plain salt
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Remove sausage from casing and brown in skillet. Drain sausage, reserving 2 tbs fat. Sauté onion and pepper in 2 tbs fat reserved from the sausage. Combine cheese and flour. Stir in sausage, pepper, and onion. Spread evenly in pie crust. Thoroughly combine remaining ingredients and pour into pie shell over sausage mixture.
Place on a cookie sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 35-40 minutes, until brown and set.

Note to Christina:
The top recipe is my own.
This bottom recipe is one that I got from someone lese, that I just revised to fit our family. Hope you like them both. We sure do! :)

Bread Recipe!

2009-02-28T18:15:00.000-06:00

To make one larger braded loaf, like the one I pictured, double the recipe.

1-1/4 cups water (70-80 degrees)

2 tablespoos honey

2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened

1-1/4 teaspoons salt

2 tablespoons nonfat dry milk powder

1-3/4 cups all purpose flour (you can use all whole wheet, I've done it, it's just a bit more dence)

1 cup whole wheat flour

1/3 cup quick-cooking oats

1-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast

1/8 cup flax seeds (dry)

Mix together warm water, honey and yeast and set aside for about 5 to 10 minutes. Pour into a bread mixer and add the butter, milk powder, flours (gradually), and oats (those last). Turn timer on mixer for 15 minutes on medium speed. Add flax seeds at the last 5 minutes and the salt. Let sit covered with a light cloth for 15-20 minutes, until doubled. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Pour dough onto a floured surface and knead for a minute or two. Divide into three balls and roll out to be long "stips. Attatch the end and tuck under; braid well. ;) Carefully place on a lightly greesed and "oated" pan (use quick-cooking oats on pan instead of flour), and sprinkle braid with oats. Bake on 350 for 60 minutes (if doubled, the 70+ minutes).

(P.S. I mix in more seeds, such as sunflower, flax -brown and white, poppy, pumpkin, and whatever I might have on hand that sounds good. :) )

To A Friend

2009-02-28T11:22:00.000-06:00

Ok, Hannah, this post is for you! :)

The first pic is of an Italian Turkey and Veggie "stir-fry" dish, second and third of whole-wheet, oatmeal-flax seed rolls, fourth 6 grain and seed bread (amazing!), fifth of a fudge-brownie-white-chocolate-chip desert, and sixth is, umm...I forgot the name, but it was some cheese-filled something-or-others with tomatoes and lotts of chopped red and green peppers in it! (yuuumm!!!).

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Three lovely sisters
(Excerpt from a letter of Legh Richmond)
I assure you that "knowing the terrors of the Lord," I would "persuade men" with all truth, earnestness, and sincerity--to flee from the wrath to come, and throw themselves and their sins at the foot of the cross--with true repentance and faith.
Faith is the hand which stretches forth to receive the benefits of Christ's blood! Faith is the soul of the spiritual life, and the grand distinguishing characteristic of the true Christian from the false. Faith is the touchstone of Christianity; and the burning coal which sets fire to the sacrifice on the altar. Faith is the sun which enlightens the wilderness of the world; and the lantern which guides our feet through the valley of the shadow of death.
True faith never can be separated from hope and love. They are three lovely sisters which take up their dwelling in the heart--when it becomes the temple of the Holy Spirit. Their parent is God; and their offspring are righteous works. How do these three lovely sisters shine forth in the midst of a vain and wicked world--like a candle set upon a hill in a dark and gloomy night!

Little Boys Grow Up To Be Men

2009-02-14T12:24:00.001-06:00

Oliver hits the 'age of Manhood'! Twelve.

Luk 2:42-52

And when He (Jesus) became twelve, they went up [there] according to the custom of the Feast; and as they were returning, after spending the full number of days, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. And His parents were unaware of it, but supposed Him to be in the caravan, and went a day's journey; and they [began] looking for Him among their relatives and acquaintances. And when they did not find Him, they returned to Jerusalem, looking for Him. And it came about that after three days they found Him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the teachers, both listening to them, and asking them questions. And all who heard Him were amazed at His understanding and His answers. And when they saw Him, they were astonished; and His mother said to Him, "Son, why have You treated us this way? Behold, Your father and I have been anxiously looking for You." And He said to them, "Why is it that you were looking for Me? Did you not know that I had to be in My Father's [house?]" And they did not understand the statement which He had made to them. And He went down with them, and came to Nazareth; and He continued in subjection to them; and His mother treasured all [these] things in her heart. And Jesus kept increasing in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.

Snackables

2009-02-07T15:01:00.000-06:00

My favorite "snack tray". :)

Rom 12:9-13

Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor; not lagging behind in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope, persevering in tribulation, devoted to prayer, contributing to the needs of the saints, practicing hospitality.

Sunday's Treats

2009-02-05T11:32:00.000-06:00

This was a chocolate cheesecake with white chocolate drizzled over it, and chocolate covered strawberries, which we had a few Sunday's ago. Yummy. :)

1Pe 2:1-3

Therefore, putting aside all malice and all guile and hypocrisy and envy and all slander, like newborn babes, long for the pure milk of the word, that by it you may grow in respect to salvation, if you have tasted the kindness of the Lord.

Recipes

2009-02-03T12:54:00.000-06:00

Recipe # 1:
Southern Style Corn Bread

1/3 cup sifted flour
1 1/2 cups cornmeal, sifted before measuring
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt, if desired
2 eggs, well beaten
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
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Preheat oven to 350°.
Sift the flour, cornmeal, baking soda, baking powder, and salt into a mixing bowl. Stir beaten eggs into the dry ingredients. Stir in the buttermilk and 1 cup whole milk.
Heat the butter in a 9 X 2-inch iron skillet. When skillet is very hot but butter has not browned, pour in the batter. Carefully pour the remaining 1 cup whole milk on top of the batter; do not stir. Place the skillet in the oven and bake 50 minutes, or until cornbread is set and baked through. Slice into wedges.
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Recipe #2:
Buttermilk Cornbread

1/2 stick butter
3/4 c. unsifted flour
1 c. yellow corn meal
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. sugar
3/4 tsp. salt
1 c. buttermilk
2 eggs, beaten
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Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Melt butter and set aside to cool. Combine all dry ingredients in mixing bowl.
In separate bowl beat eggs; add buttermilk and melted butter. Mix and add to dry ingredients. Stir until dry ingredients are moistened.
Bake until golden brown.

Southern Style Corn Bread

2009-02-03T11:31:00.000-06:00

The corn bread Jenny and I made the other evening (and I think we finished the whole pan that evening, too!).

1Pe 2:2

....like newborn babes, long for the pure milk of the word, that by it you may grow in respect to salvation....

A Sample of the Simple

2009-02-02T20:39:00.001-06:00

So, the other night was "simple supper" night. :) Which, I didn't think, turned out too bad! We had freshly cooked broccoli with cheese sprinkles, organic wild rice, fresh-from-the-oven corn bread, and fresh-from-the-blender apple sauce. :)

Zec 8:16-17

'These are the things which you should do: speak the truth to one another; judge with truth and judgment for peace in your gates. 'Also let none of you devise evil in your heart against another, and do not love perjury; for all these are what I hate,' declares the LORD."

Italian Sausage and Pasta Bake

2009-01-31T13:18:00.000-06:00

This is a favorite when it comes to casseroles with our family. Lynzi made it for us first and then drew my attention to the recipes on the back of Sargento Cheese bags! ;)

Psa 27:4

One thing I have asked from the LORD, that I shall seek: That I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, To behold the beauty of the LORD, And to meditate in His temple.

What To Do With Little

2009-01-30T07:42:00.001-06:00

Ok, I had 2 orenges, 1 apple, 1 kiwi, and one little jar of cherries...... And a little creativity.

Phi 2:5-7

English Muffin Breakfast

2009-01-29T06:54:00.000-06:00

Yes, it's just what the tital says it is. :) English muffins, ham, cheese, egg(s) and a little bit of Paprika to taste. :)

1Pe 4:9

Be hospitable to one another without complaint.

Cheesecake & Homemade Bread

2009-01-26T19:51:00.000-06:00

Cheesecake and homemade bread for our little New Year's day party.

1Pe 1:3-5

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to [obtain] an inheritance [which is] imperishable and undefiled and will not fade away, reserved in heaven for you, who are protected by the power of God through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.

Sunday's Reading

2009-01-25T20:44:00.000-06:00

2 Cor. 4:6-5:10

For God, who said, "Light shall shine out of darkness," is the One who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ. But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the surpassing greatness of the power may be of God and not from ourselves; [we are] afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not despairing; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying about in the body the dying of Jesus, that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our body. For we who live are constantly being delivered over to death for Jesus' sake, that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our mortal flesh. So death works in us, but life in you. But having the same spirit of faith, according to what is written, "I believed, therefore I spoke," we also believe, therefore also we speak; knowing that He who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus and will present us with you. For all things [are] for your sakes, that the grace which is spreading to more and more people may cause the giving of thanks to abound to the glory of God. Therefore we do not lose heart, but though our outer man is decaying, yet our inner man is being renewed day by day. For momentary, light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison, while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen are eternal.
For we know that if the earthly tent which is our house is torn down, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. For indeed in this [house] we groan, longing to be clothed with our dwelling from heaven; inasmuch as we, having put it on, shall not be found naked. For indeed while we are in this tent, we groan, being burdened, because we do not want to be unclothed, but to be clothed, in order that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life. Now He who prepared us for this very purpose is God, who gave to us the Spirit as a pledge. Therefore, being always of good courage, and knowing that while we are at home in the body we are absent from the Lord-- for we walk by faith, not by sight-- we are of good courage, I say, and prefer rather to be absent from the body and to be at home with the Lord. Therefore also we have as our ambition, whether at home or absent, to be pleasing to Him. For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may be recompensed for his deeds in the body, according to what he has done, whether good or bad.

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(sermon from these verses can be found on this web-site):
http://www.sermonaudio.com/source_detail.asp?sourceid=genevajmd

Spinach & Sausage, Egg & Cottage Cheese Quiches

2009-01-24T12:18:00.000-06:00

You could probably guess which one was our favorite, between the Spinach/Cottage cheese, and Sausage, Egg and Cottage cheese. :)
We are spinach lovers!!!!!! mmmm!!!!!!

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Eph 1:18-23

[I pray that] the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe. [These are] in accordance with the working of the strength of His might which He brought about in Christ, when He raised Him from the dead, and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly [places], far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age, but also in the one to come. And He put all things in subjection under His feet, and gave Him as head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fulness of Him who fills all in all.

More For the Ministerial Students

2009-01-21T19:32:00.000-06:00

Just some more of what I brought to the conference at our church a few weeks ago - Banana pudding.

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Psa 66:10

For Thou hast tried us, O God; Thou hast refined us as silver is refined.

Don't Remember...

2009-01-20T18:56:00.000-06:00

I don't remember what this dish was called, all I remember was it was amazingly delicious. It had the best roasted tomatoes and peppers in it! mmmm!!!

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Psa 100:3

Know that the LORD Himself is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; [We are] His people and the sheep of His pasture.

Gal 6:10

So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith.

Time To ...... BAKE!

2009-01-15T20:15:00.000-06:00

Baking bread again. :)

Mat 7:7-8

"Ask, and it shall be given to you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and it shall be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it shall be opened."

Fruit Salads For the Ministerial Students

2009-01-12T20:52:00.000-06:00

MMMMM!!!!!! That's about all I can say about fruit salad!

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Psa 27:8

When Thou didst say, "Seek My face," my heart said to Thee, "Thy face, O LORD, I shall seek."

Psa 63:1

O God, Thou art my God; I shall seek Thee earnestly; My soul thirsts for Thee, my flesh yearns for Thee, In a dry and weary land where there is no water...

Isa 55:6

Seek the LORD while He may be found; Call upon Him while He is near.

Christmas At A Glance - Wham!!!

2009-01-08T21:42:00.000-06:00

Ok, since I know it will take me forever to post these pictures all separately, I will put them all up for you guys now, and if you'd like to know what one or two of them are just feel free to ask.

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Heb. 8:10-11

....I will put My laws into their minds, And I will write them upon their hearts. And I will be their God, And they shall be My people. And they shall not teach everyone his fellow citizen, And everyone his brother, saying, 'Know the LORD,' For all shall know Me, From the least to the greatest of them.

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Great is Thy faithfulness, O God my Father;

There is no shadow of turning with Thee;

Thou changest not, Thy compassions, they fail not;

As Thou hast been, Thou forever will be.

Refrain

Great is Thy faithfulness! Great is Thy faithfulness!

Morning by morning new mercies I see.

All I have needed Thy hand hath provided;

Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me!

Summer and winter and springtime and harvest,

Sun, moon and stars in their courses above

Join with all nature in manifold witness

To Thy great faithfulness, mercy and love.

Refrain

Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth

Thine own dear presence to cheer and to guide;

Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow,

Blessings all mine, with ten thousand beside!

Refrain

Cookie Baking Time

2008-12-31T09:49:00.000-06:00

Christmas cookie baking time with Jenny.

Psa 91:1

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High Will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.

Psa 141:3

Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; Keep watch over the door of my lips.

Beans and Turkey

2008-12-29T19:20:00.000-06:00

Green bean casserole and turkey with pepper gravy.

Mat 5:3

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

A Cup of Christmas Cheer

2008-12-26T20:13:00.001-06:00

Just a little Christmas smoothie.

Luk 2:1-5

Now it came about in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus, that a census be taken of all the inhabited earth. This was the first census taken while Quirinius was governor of Syria. And all were proceeding to register for the census, everyone to his own city. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the city of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and family of David, in order to register, along with Mary, who was engaged to him, and was with child......

One A-Mazing Machine!

2008-12-16T21:18:00.001-06:00

1Jo 2:21

I have not written to you because you do not know the truth, but because you do know it, and because no lie is of the truth.

1Jo 3:18

Little children, let us not love with word or with tongue, but in deed and truth.

3Jo 1:4

I have no greater joy than this, to hear of my children walking in the truth.

Finnishing Touches

2008-12-10T15:24:00.000-06:00

Gravy and stuffing.....from Thanksgiving.

Psa 37:5

Commit your way to the LORD, Trust also in Him, and He will do it.

My Turkey...and Oliver's Dove

2008-12-08T09:27:00.001-06:00

Yes, sorry for the delay in getting a picture of the Thanksgiving bird up, but here it is. Unfortunately this was the only picture we got of it. Also, that is a "yard dove" Oliver caught, so he got to eat his bird while we ate our turkey... haha, he did get turkey, too; that bird wasn't very "filling". ;)

Mal 2:6

"True instruction was in his mouth, and unrighteousness was not found on his lips; he walked with Me in peace and uprightness, and he turned many back from iniquity."

Veggies and Some Preparations

2008-12-02T19:13:00.000-06:00

Here I have a homemade Herb-broth which I took and mixed with a gallon of buttermilk and soaked the turkey in for 36 hours... and then our veggie "tray", the "dry" stuffing, and the beginnings of giblet gravy.

2Cor 4:7

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the surpassing greatness of the power may be of God and not from ourselves...

Cheesecake Brownies

2008-11-29T20:26:00.001-06:00

This was the desert I made, cheesecake brownies, since the choice was unanimous. The cheesecake will therefore be for Christmas. :)

Deu 7:9

"Know therefore that the LORD your God, He is God, the faithful God, who keeps His covenant and His lovingkindness to a thousandth generation with those who love Him and keep His commandments..."

Psa 105:8

He has remembered His covenant forever, The word which He commanded to a thousand generations...

Pictures Are On Their Way!

2008-11-28T15:34:00.000-06:00

"Thus out of small beginnings greater things have been produced by His hand that made all things of nothing, and gives being to all things that are; and, as one small candle may light a thousand, so the light here kindled hath shone unto many, yea in some sort to our whole nation; let the glorious name of Jehovah have all the praise."

-William Bradford,Governor of Plymoth

Happy Thanksgiving!

2008-11-26T19:46:00.000-06:00

1Timothy 4:4
For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected, if it is received with gratitude...
Psalm 54:6
Willingly I will sacrifice to Thee; I will give thanks to Thy name, O LORD, for it is good.
Isaiah 26:12
LORD, Thou wilt establish peace for us, Since Thou hast also performed for us all our works.
Ephesians 5:20
...always giving thanks for all things in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to God, even the Father..
Collosians 3:15
And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful.

Feed Me O' Lord!

2008-11-12T15:43:00.000-06:00

Mat 5:3-10
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Blessed are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.
Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

2Co 12:9-10
And He has said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness." Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may dwell in me. Therefore I am well content with weaknesses, with insults, with distresses, with persecutions, with difficulties, for Christ's sake; for when I am weak, then I am strong.

Bread of Life

2008-11-11T12:21:00.000-06:00

2 Peter 1:3-12
.....seeing that His divine power has granted to us everything pertaining to life and godliness, through the true knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence.
For by these He has granted to us His precious and magnificent promises, in order that by them you might become partakers of [the] divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world by lust.
Now for this very reason also, applying all diligence, in your faith supply moral excellence, and in [your] moral excellence, knowledge; and in [your] knowledge, self-control, and in [your] self-control, perseverance, and in [your] perseverance, godliness; and in [your] godliness, brotherly kindness, and in [your] brotherly kindness, love.
For if these [qualities] are yours and are increasing, they render you neither useless nor unfruitful in the true knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
For he who lacks these [qualities] is blind [or] short-sighted, having forgotten [his] purification from his former sins.
Therefore, brethren, be all the more diligent to make certain about His calling and choosing you; for as long as you practice these things, you will never stumble; for in this way the entrance into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ will be abundantly supplied to you.
Therefore, I shall always be ready to remind you of these things, even though you [already] know [them], and have been established in the truth which is present with [you].

Yet Another "Verse Post"

2008-11-04T15:39:00.000-06:00

1Pe 2:18-25
Servants, be submissive to your masters with all respect, not only to those who are good and gentle, but also to those who are unreasonable.
For this [finds] favor, if for the sake of conscience toward God a man bears up under sorrows when suffering unjustly.
For what credit is there if, when you sin and are harshly treated, you endure it with patience? But if when you do what is right and suffer [for it] you patiently endure it, this [finds] favor with God.
For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps, who committed no sin, nor was any deceit found in His mouth; and while being reviled, He did not revile in return; while suffering, He uttered no threats, but kept entrusting [Himself] to Him who judges righteously; and He Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness; for by His wounds you were healed.
For you were continually straying like sheep, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Guardian of your souls.

Food For the Soul

2008-10-28T20:48:00.001-05:00

I really need to get my camera out of my beach bag and put it back into the kitchen where it belongs! I don't have any pictures to post, and I feel as if it's been forever since I last put some up!.... oh well, so today food for the soul will take the place of food pics then! :)

Isa 40:21-31
Do you not know? Have you not heard? Has it not been declared to you from the beginning? Have you not understood from the foundations of the earth?
It is He who sits above the vault of the earth, And its inhabitants are like grasshoppers,
Who stretches out the heavens like a curtain And spreads them out like a tent to dwell in.
He [it is] who reduces rulers to nothing, Who makes the judges of the earth meaningless. Scarcely have they been planted, Scarcely have they been sown, Scarcely has their stock taken root in the earth, But He merely blows on them, and they wither, And the storm carries them away like stubble.
"To whom then will you liken Me That I should be [his] equal?" says the Holy One.
Lift up your eyes on high And see who has created these [stars], The One who leads forth their host by number, He calls them all by name; Because of the greatness of His might and the strength of [His] power Not one [of them] is missing.
Why do you say, O Jacob, and assert, O Israel, "My way is hidden from the LORD, And the justice due me escapes the notice of my God "?
Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Everlasting God, the LORD, the Creator of the ends of the earth Does not become weary or tired. His understanding is inscrutable. He gives strength to the weary, And to [him who] lacks might He increases power.
Though youths grow weary and tired, And vigorous young men stumble badly,
Yet those who wait for the LORD Will gain new strength; They will mount up [with] wings like eagles, They will run and not get tired, They will walk and not become weary.

Eph 5:1-2
Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children; and walk in love, just as Christ also loved you, and gave Himself up for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God as a fragrant aroma.

1Th 4:7
For God has not called us for the purpose of impurity, but in sanctification.

1Jo 2:5-6
but whoever keeps His word, in him the love of God has truly been perfected. By this we know that we are in Him: the one who says he abides in Him ought himself to walk in the same manner as He walked.

Bring Out the Griddle!

2008-10-24T20:04:00.001-05:00

Blueberry pancakes fresh off the griddle (boy, do I love that machine!!!).

Ecc 12:9-11

In addition to being a wise man, the Preacher also taught the people knowledge; and he pondered, searched out and arranged many proverbs. The Preacher sought to find delightful words and to write words of truth correctly. The words of wise men are like goads, and masters of [these] collections are like well-driven nails; they are given by one Shepherd.

Homemade Raspberry Frozen Yogurt

2008-10-11T20:16:00.000-05:00

Homemade Raspberry Frozen Yogurt, yup, that what it is!

2Co 4:7

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the surpassing greatness of the power may be of God and not from ourselves...

Mic 6:8

He has told you, O man, what is good; And what does the LORD require of you But to do justice, to love kindness, And to walk humbly with your God?

Baking For Vacation

2008-10-10T10:59:00.000-05:00

I baked three of these monsters the other day to bring along on our vacation! (oatmeal and flax seed bread) :) .... And saying that, there may not be a whole lot posted the next two weeks because we'll be out of town.

Jos 1:8-9

"This book of the law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it; for then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have success. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go."

Spaghetti's and Meatballs

2008-10-08T20:02:00.000-05:00

Spaghetti's and Meatballs from the other evening. (The meatballs were the best! Yummy!)

Psa 33:10

The LORD nullifies the counsel of the nations; He frustrates the plans of the peoples.

Psa 33:11

The counsel of the LORD stands forever, The plans of His heart from generation to generation.

Supper's Ready!

2008-10-03T19:35:00.001-05:00

Caesar saled, Organic Beef Stroganoff, and fresh apple sause. Simple yet tasty. :)

Psa 68:19

Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears our burden, The God who is our salvation.

Jam 1:17

Every good thing bestowed and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation, or shifting shadow.

Cinnamon Rolls

2008-10-01T16:47:00.000-05:00

From the Kashi web-site.

Cinnamon Rolls

1 (0.25-ounce) packet active dry yeast
1 cup warm milk, (105°f-115°f)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
4 cups all-purpose or bread flour
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1/3 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups sifted powdered sugar
1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt

Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Add 1/2 cup sugar, melted butter, 1 teaspoon salt, eggs and flour; mix well. Dust a flat surface with a small amount of flour and knead dough into a large ball. Return to bowl and cover. Let rise for 1 hour or until dough has doubled in size.
Remove dough from bowl and roll out on a lightly floured surface until dough is 21-inches long by 16-inches wide and 1/4-inch thick.
In a small separate bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon. Spread 1/3 cup of butter evenly over surface of the dough and cover with cinnamon/brown sugar mixture. Roll dough from the top (21-inch side) to bottom edge. Cut rolled dough into 1 3/4-inch slices and place 6 at a time on a lightly greased baking sheet.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Bake for about 20 minutes or until light brown.
While rolls are baking, combine remaining butter, powdered sugar, cream cheese, vanilla and salt. Beat with an electric mixer until fluffy. Drizzle on hot rolls and serve.
Makes 12 rolls.

Our Sunday's Breakfast

2008-09-30T20:35:00.001-05:00

This is what every Sunday breakfast consists of in our house...it's almost like "tradition" to have cinnamon rolls for every breakfast, because we've done it for as long as I can remember....!

Isa 45:8

"Drip down, O heavens, from above, And let the clouds pour down righteousness; Let the earth open up and salvation bear fruit, And righteousness spring up with it. I, the LORD, have created it."

Sunday Picnic!

2008-09-29T20:27:00.000-05:00

We had the best Sunday picnic after church that I think I've ever had! (well, considdering I can't even remember the last time I'd ever been on a picnic, it's been that long...) :)

It was beautiful weather, great fellowship, and of-course good food as well.... unfortunately I didn't get pictures of everything.... But, Lord willing there will be a next time!

Mal 2:5-7

"My covenant with him was one of life and peace, and I gave them to him as an object of reverence; so he revered Me, and stood in awe of My name. True instruction was in his mouth, and unrighteousness was not found on his lips; he walked with Me in peace and uprightness, and he turned many back from iniquity. For the lips of a priest should preserve knowledge, and men should seek instruction from his mouth; for he is the messenger of the LORD of hosts."

Homemade Blackberry Frozen Yogurt

2008-09-27T20:29:00.000-05:00

Next time you crave some ice cream, try some fresh homemade frozen yogurt instead! My dad loves it and it's quick, easy, inexpensive as ever, and is much healthier than the stuff you buy at Publix in the ice cream section! (p.s. course, having a Vita-Mix is the key to it!)

Joh 16:30-31

"Now we know that You know all things, and have no need for anyone to question You; by this we believe that You came from God."

Jesus answered them, "Do you now believe?"

Time For Mexican

2008-09-26T18:20:00.000-05:00

These are my home-made enchiladas. I created the recipe myself and everyone at our table really liked it.... now all I have to do is remember what I put in it so I can make it again!... ooh! ;)

1Pet 3:3-4

And let not your adornment be merely external-- braiding the hair, and wearing gold jewelry, or putting on dresses; but let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the imperishable quality of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in the sight of God.

My Favorite Bread Recipe :)

2008-09-25T19:53:00.000-05:00

Yup, same-old, same-old! But everyone's favorite, so I never mind making it again and again. :)

Besides, it so much fun!

Psa 32:11

Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, you righteous ones, And shout for joy, all you who are upright in heart.

Isa 65:18

"But be glad and rejoice forever in what I create; For behold, I create Jerusalem for rejoicing, And her people for gladness."

Breakfast's On the Table

2008-09-24T20:38:00.001-05:00

Fresh cantaloupe and hot, sweet rice pudding! Yummy!

2Ch 20:12

"O our God, wilt Thou not judge them? For we are powerless before this great multitude who are coming against us; nor do we know what to do, but our eyes are on Thee."

It's Casserole Time!

2008-09-20T16:35:00.001-05:00

This is a tasty Italian Sausage and Pasta Bake, full of many goodies and veggies along with the pasta and sausage! Yum!

Pro 17:17

A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity.

Luk 6:38

"Give, and it will be given to you; good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, they will pour into your lap. For by your standard of measure it will be measured to you in return."

APPLE CRUMBLE

2008-09-18T20:32:00.000-05:00

1 cup flour
1/3 cup butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
6-8 Apples, pealed, cored and thinly sliced
Lemon juice
Nutmeg
White sugar

Preheat your oven to 350 degreas. Mix flour, butter, and brown sugar as you would for pie crust. Mix until crumbly. Butter a casserole dish. Slice apples into dish; drizzle with some lemon juice and sprinkle with nutmeg and sugar or cinnamon sugar, whatever desired. I generally go for cinnamon sugar or apple pie spice and sugar. Spread flour mixture over the top and bake until the apples are cooked and the top is well browned. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Isa 65:24
"It will also come to pass that before they call, I will answer; and while they are still speaking, I will hear."

Fresh Apples

2008-09-17T18:21:00.001-05:00

Now what do we do with a bunch of fresh apples from the apple farm?.... apple pie? or apple sauce, apple strudel, apple cinnamon muffins, apples plain?

Job 42:2

"I know that Thou canst do all things, And that no purpose of Thine can be thwarted."

Put On the Cherry

2008-09-13T21:12:00.000-05:00

"Pretty please!.... and put a cherry on top!"

2Th 3:5, 16

And may the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God and into the steadfastness of Christ.

Now may the Lord of peace Himself continually grant you peace in every circumstance. The Lord be with you all!

Startin' Up the Party!... Or Just Our Labor Day Get-To-Gether

2008-09-09T21:14:00.000-05:00

Yes, we had a little Labor Day get-to-gether, like we do each year, and it was a bunch of fun! We had all that good ol' grill-party food, you know, and then some fruit salad, regular salad, mixed veggies tray, dips, slaw, chips, cake/brownies, and all that sorta' stuff! - God provided a bountiful feast for us!

Eph 3:20-21

Now to Him who is able to do exceeding abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen.

"B" for Banana Bread!

2008-09-08T08:31:00.000-05:00

Bear with me as I am being rather slow in my posting pictures. I've been really busy lately, so, ya know how that goes! ;)

This is just banana bread with chocolate chips I made a few days ago. Our family loves this recipe!

Psa 143:8

Let me hear Thy lovingkindness in the morning; For I trust in Thee; Teach me the way in which I should walk; For to Thee I lift up my soul.

Feed Them Well Part 2

2008-08-29T21:34:00.001-05:00

..... And, this would be the banana pudding I brought to the Modular Class.... As you can see, it was even bigger and deeper than Oliver's head, haha! :D

2Co 5:15

...and He died for all, that they who live should no longer live for themselves, but for Him who died and rose again on their behalf.

2Co 7:1

Therefore, having these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all defilement of flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.

Feed Them Well

2008-08-26T21:34:00.000-05:00

This was one of the bowls of fruit salad that I made for our 6-month Modular Class at our church. I brought one of these every day, for 3 days, and it seemed pretty popular. :)

Pro 18:10

The name of the LORD is a strong tower; The righteous runs into it and is safe.

Psa 119:54

Thy statutes are my songs In the house of my pilgrimage.

Take It Easy

2008-08-25T21:01:00.000-05:00

You can always make the plainest, and "poorest" table look like a feast of beauty to the eyes of the beholders with just a little creativity...and a LOT OF LOVE!

Psa 107:1

Oh give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; For His lovingkindness is everlasting.

Rom 12:9-10

Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good.

Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor...

....Smiling.....

2008-08-20T20:28:00.000-05:00

Psa 119:32-49

I shall run the way of Thy commandments, For Thou wilt enlarge my heart.

Teach me, O LORD, the way of Thy statutes, And I shall observe it to the end.

Give me understanding, that I may observe Thy law, And keep it with all my heart.

Make me walk in the path of Thy commandments, For I delight in it.

Incline my heart to Thy testimonies, And not to dishonest gain.

Turn away my eyes from looking at vanity, And revive me in Thy ways.

Establish Thy word to Thy servant, As that which produces reverence for Thee.

Turn away my reproach which I dread, For Thine ordinances are good.

Behold, I long for Thy precepts; Revive me through Thy righteousness.

May Thy lovingkindnesses also come to me, O LORD, Thy salvation according to Thy word;

So I shall have an answer for him who reproaches me, For I trust in Thy word.

And do not take the word of truth utterly out of my mouth, For I wait for Thine ordinances.

So I will keep Thy law continually, Forever and ever.

And I will walk at liberty, For I seek Thy precepts.

I will also speak of Thy testimonies before kings, And shall not be ashamed.

And I shall delight in Thy commandments, Which I love.

And I shall lift up my hands to Thy commandments, Which I love; And I will meditate on Thy statutes.

Remember the word to Thy servant, In which Thou hast made me hope.

Berries Galore

2008-08-19T20:56:00.000-05:00

This was my Tripple Berry Smoothy I made last week for us. For all those berry-lovers out there, it had blackberries, blueberries, strawberries and raspberries in it! (I'm a berry-lover ;) )

1Jo 3:16-18

We know love by this, that He laid down His life for us; and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren. But whoever has the world's goods, and beholds his brother in need and closes his heart against him, how does the love of God abide in him? Little children, let us not love with word or with tongue, but in deed and truth.

Blue Cheese, Tomato & Bacon

2008-08-15T19:29:00.000-05:00

Blue Cheese dressing, tomatoes, fresh and crispy bacon, blue (or fetta) cheese sprinkled on top of a nice piece or cold, crunchy lettuce..... who can resist? :)

1Sa 2:2

"There is no one holy like the LORD, Indeed, there is no one besides Thee, Nor is there any rock like our God."

Bluuuuuuueberries!!!!!!!!!!

2008-08-13T08:42:00.001-05:00

We picked even MORE blueberries the other day, so why not make a pie out of some of them? Or at least with the few that were left over from the gallon.... ;)

Zec 13:9

"And I will bring the third part through the fire, Refine them as silver is refined, And test them as gold is tested. They will call on My name, And I will answer them; I will say, 'They are My people,' And they will say, 'The LORD is my God.'"

Taco Salad Anyone?

2008-08-06T20:35:00.000-05:00

Mama's taco salad; the others had burritoes.

Mexican food, mmmm!!!!

1Jo 3:22-24

...and whatever we ask we receive from Him, because we keep His commandments and do the things that are pleasing in His sight. And this is His commandment, that we believe in the name of His Son Jesus Christ, and love one another, just as He commanded us. And the one who keeps His commandments abides in Him, and He in him. And we know by this that He abides in us, by the Spirit whom He has given us.

What To Do With Fresh Apples....

2008-08-05T21:07:00.001-05:00

Fresh apples make the best apple pie!!!! I'm gonna bake some to take to next week's modular class at our church! :) I'm excited!

2Th 1:11-12

To this end also we pray for you always that our God may count you worthy of your calling, and fulfill every desire for goodness and the work of faith with power; in order that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you, and you in Him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Strawberries and Peaches

2008-08-02T21:48:00.000-05:00

I didn't have bananas that evening, so I put in a little vanilla ice cream to give it the creamyness that it needed.... haha, and everyone said it was their favorite so far as fruit smoothies go. :)

Mat 7:7-11

"Ask, and it shall be given to you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and it shall be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it shall be opened. Or what man is there among you, when his son shall ask him for a loaf, will give him a stone? Or if he shall ask for a fish, he will not give him a snake, will he? If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more shall your Father who is in heaven give what is good to those who ask Him!"

Recipe For Oatmeal & Flaxseed Bread

2008-07-31T20:34:00.000-05:00

To make one larger braded loaf, like the one I pictured, double the recipe.

1-1/4 cups water (70-80 degrees)
2 tablespoos honey
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons nonfat dry milk powder
1-3/4 cups all purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/3 cup quick-cooking oats
1-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/8 cup flax seeds (dry)

Mix together warm water, honey and yeast and set aside for about 5 to 10 minutes. Pour into a bread mixer and add the butter, milk powder, flours (gradually), and oats (those last). Turn timer on mixer for 15 minutes on medium speed. Add flax seeds at the last 5 minutes and the salt. Let sit covered with a light cloth for 15-20 minutes, until doubled.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Pour dough onto a floured surface and knead for a minute or two. Divide into three balls and roll out to be long "stips. Attatch the end and tuck under; braid well. ;) Carefully place on a lightly greesed and "oated" pan (use quick-cooking oats on pan instead of flour), and sprinkle braid with oats. Bake on 350 for 60 minutes (if doubled, the 70+ minutes).

Enjoy!!!! MMMMMMMMMM!!!!!!!

Oatmeal and Flaxseed Bread

2008-07-30T21:02:00.000-05:00

Yes, oatmeal and flaxseed bread once again! Yum! :)

2Sa 22:7-37 (or just go read the whole chapter; it's unbelievable!!!!)

........."In my distress I called upon the LORD, Yes, I cried to my God; And from His temple He heard my voice, And my cry for help [came] into His ears. Then the earth shook and quaked, The foundations of heaven were trembling And were shaken, because He was angry. Smoke went up out of His nostrils, And fire from His mouth devoured; Coals were kindled by it. He bowed the heavens also, and came down With thick darkness under His feet. And He rode on a cherub and flew; And He appeared on the wings of the wind. And He made darkness canopies around Him, A mass of waters, thick clouds of the sky. From the brightness before Him Coals of fire were kindled. The LORD thundered from heaven, And the Most High uttered His voice. And He sent out arrows, and scattered them, Lightning, and routed them. Then the channels of the sea appeared, The foundations of the world were laid bare, By the rebuke of the LORD, At the blast of the breath of His nostrils. He sent from on high, He took me; He drew me out of many waters. He delivered me from my strong enemy, From those who hated me, for they were too strong for me. They confronted me in the day of my calamity, But the LORD was my support. He also brought me forth into a broad place; He rescued me, because He delighted in me. The LORD has rewarded me according to my righteousness; According to the cleanness of my hands He has recompensed me. For I have kept the ways of the LORD, And have not acted wickedly against my God. For all His ordinances [were] before me; And [as for] His statutes, I did not depart from them. I was also blameless toward Him, And I kept myself from my iniquity. Therefore the LORD has recompensed me according to my righteousness, According to my cleanness before His eyes.With the kind Thou dost show Thyself kind, With the blameless Thou dost show Thyself blameless; With the pure Thou dost show Thyself pure, And with the perverted Thou dost show Thyself astute. And Thou dost save an afflicted people; But Thine eyes are on the haughty [whom] Thou dost abase. For Thou art my lamp, O LORD; And the LORD illumines my darkness. For by Thee I can run upon a troop; By my God I can leap over a wall. As for God, His way is blameless; The word of the LORD is tested; He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him. For who is God, besides the LORD? And who is a rock, besides our God? God is my strong fortress; And He sets the blameless in His way. He makes my feet like hinds' [feet], And sets me on my high places. He trains my hands for battle, So that my arms can bend a bow of bronze. Thou hast also given me the shield of Thy salvation, And Thy help makes me great. Thou dost enlarge my steps under me, And my feet have not slipped.............

Blueberries, Blueberries, and More Blueberries!

2008-07-29T10:57:00.000-05:00

Oliver, Jenny and I went blueberry picking!!!!! MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM!!!!!!

Now I can sing that "I'm so blue" song, huh?! haha, jk jk (It's ok, Abby, I won't) ;)

Heb 13:6

....so that we confidently say, "The Lord is my helper, I will not be afraid. What shall man do to me?"

Simply Delicious and Easy ;)

2008-07-28T10:23:00.001-05:00

Freshly made meatballs and spaghetti with cesar salad and a fruit smoothie to the side. YUMM!

1Th 5:18

.... in everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.

Brownies or Cheesecake?

2008-07-22T11:29:00.000-05:00

Or both? How would that be, having your two favorite desserts in one? ....YUM! :)

Eph 5:8-10

...for you were formerly darkness, but now you are light in the Lord; walk as children of light (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness and righteousness and truth), trying to learn what is pleasing to the Lord.

AFTER 3 MONTHS, I'M FINALLY BACK HOME!!!!!

2008-07-21T22:05:00.000-05:00

:) I guess I can't really say much for these pictures because everyone knows what this is by now. So, yeah, it's ower summer favorite. :)

P.S. Sorry I've been gone so long, y'all; I've been at the Creation Museum in KY for the summer to "gain some new experience" and to meet new people, etc. It was an amazing 3 months and God taught me sooo much..... But, I am very glad to be back home! :) I love home because I love the life God has given me here (I love home life); the chores, the cooking, the siblings, and the every-day duties. Yes, that's the life I love, and I'm glad to be back to it/at it. :)

Ecc 3:1-8

There is an appointed time for everything. And there is a time for every event under heaven--

A time to give birth, and a time to die; A time to plant, and a time to uproot what is planted. A time to kill, and a time to heal; A time to tear down, and a time to build up. A time to weep, and a time to laugh; A time to mourn, and a time to dance. A time to throw stones, and a time to gather stones; A time to embrace, and a time to shun embracing. A time to search, and a time to give up as lost; A time to keep, and a time to throw away. A time to tear apart, and a time to sew together; A time to be silent, and a time to speak. A time to love, and a time to hate; A time for war, and a time for peace.

I got to bake again!!!!!!!!!

2008-06-05T12:54:00.000-05:00

YAY! I was so happy to bake again the other day! I have done no baking or cooking for over 4 weeks now and I really missed it the other day...so, I decided I'd make some goodies for the girls at work and for my Bible study group. :) It was fun, yes. :)

Rom 8:28

And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.

Creation Museum Part 8

2008-05-31T20:11:00.001-05:00

Yup! This time it is singer and song-writer, Buddy Davis, that I am posing with! :)

Isa 14:24

The LORD of hosts has sworn saying, "Surely, just as I have intended so it has happened, and just as I have planned so it will stand....

Quote for My Day

2008-05-30T08:25:00.000-05:00

St. Augustine said this in one of his prayers, and it is as true as true could be for the Christian:
"O God, Thou hast made us for Thyself, and our hearts are wrestless until they find their rest in Thee."