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This blog is my response to The Joy Dare by Ann Voskamp, author of the book "One Thousand Gifts". Every day (hopefully) I will be recording three things that bring me joy, three gifts from God, three things that I am grateful for.

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

July 1, 2013: Mercy for Breakfast



3 gifts loved: 
  • a dear friend and the pleasure of time spent together over lunch
  • God's gracious mercy, new again this morning
  • my Savior, who prepares me the feast of himself

June 30, 2013: Gifts Intangible



3 gifts you gave today:
  • time
  • presence
  • encouragement

June 29, 2013: Thrifted Joy



a gift small, big, just right:
  • the album of memories I made her, received with delight
  • the joy of giving
  • the dress I found her at a thrift store, perfect for the wedding

June 28, 2013: Eating Joy



3 gifts eaten:
  • strawberry shortcake, berries freshly picked
  • dinner out at one of my favorite restaurants
  • my own words, a victory of increasing self-control the fruit of His Spirit

June 27, 2013: Framed

 


3 gifts framed by a frame:
  • the beautiful flowers in my backyard, framed by my kitchen windowsill
  • our wedding picture, framed and hanging, a daily reminder of that commitment
  • scripture art, bringing God's Word to my thoughts throughout the day

Tuesday, July 2, 2013

June 26, 2013: The Fabric of Life



3 gifts in fabric:
  • freshly washed sheets, sweet and soft
  • colorful pillows that brighten up the front porch
  • favorite shorts, comfortable to change into after work

June 25, 2013: The Fruit of Old Age


3 gifts in someone older than me:
  • wisdom that comes with experience
  • patience learned in trial
  • generosity stemming from mature faith