Some days I stumble across a good read and I can’t even remember how I ended up on the page. You see I’m a serial tab opener and at any given moment I have about 10 or more tabs opened in my browser. And this week I have managed to come across some reads that speaks to the heart. This weeks Friday Five recommended reads include:
I found Lisha’s The New Blog Bling: Am I Pimping My Posts? via tweet from Alisa and I’m so glad I followed the link over. In it she examines the trend of linkups and when is too much. My favorite lines from her posts were:
God differentiates between holy and common. We should carefully seek communities for our words. Be intentional about finding homes for these heart to pen poured ministries. Pray about any relationships we hope to form. Give ear to directions based on the communities He leads us to. Steward the gift. – Lisha Epperson
What an encouraging testimony Betty shared in The Friday Five link-up last week in per post titled My Favorite Post/Second Time Wife. She shares a modern-day story of her prodigal son. Jared shares his testimony in his own words…
Three years ago I made the decision to divorce my wife (Grace) of almost 5 years. We had two small children but I still thought the best decision was to walk away and not honor the commitment I made to her! –Jared
Have you checked your pulse lately? Pam shares how she was prompted by God to stop and check her pulse recently and the great little spiritual lesson she gleaned from the exercise in Find Your Pulse.
There are times we surprise even ourselves with the little thoughts that come across our minds but Emily reminds us that within ourselves lies the propensity to do bad things.
I want to learn to keep company with my weakness even as I practice walking in the New Way of Christ. – Emily Freeman, When Your Soul Has a Bad Idea
And for those moments when you feel as if you just can’t write read Barry’s If You Think Can’t Write You’re Wrong. He says
You learned how to write. Then you learned you were doing it wrong. –Barry
So there you have my recommended reads this week. Let’s here me here what you have been reading good this week. Feel free to share in the comments below and link up you favorite reads or writes this week. As always thanks for being a part of The Watered Soul community.
Hi Wanda! I read Pam’s blogpost, and it was great! I can see why you chose it. I think it’s a great idea to keep all those tabs open so you have a bread-crumb trail to follow. I should do that!
Have a wonderful weekend my friend. I’m going to wander over and read another of your picks 🙂
Ceil
You can imagine how disappointed I am when I return to my computer only to discover it has restarted for updates and I have lost all my open tabs.
“Serial tab opener!” I’m on the floor in laughter, because I’m so guilty. Well, let the tab opening begin, as I dive into my weekend blog reading. lol!
Oh what I learn about others when I spill the beans on myself. It’s been fun to lean that I’m not the only guilty party of this insane serial tab opener dis-ease…lol. Hope you have been enjoying a wonderful weekend.
I too loved Lisha’s blog post. I smiled over what you wrote at the beginning. There are days I do the same and then I close everything down and later it comes to mind and I’m like, “where did I read that!!!” Happy Friday, Wanda. So happy to hear your nephew is back in the states safely.
I know exactly what you mean Beth. It’s hard to keep it all straight. I stumble across so many goodies. Yes we are thankful to have him back safely.
I love your heart to serve up the best
at the King’s table, Wanda:)
much love and joy,
Jennifer
There is so much to feast on at His table. It’s a pleasure to share of His goodness. All the best to you Jennifer.
Thanks for the shout out, Wanda! I especially loved the story of Betty Draper’s son’s reconciliation with his wife and children. What a powerful and loving God we serve.
You’re welcome Pam. I really liked your analogy. Betty’s testimony’s is so encouraging.
LOL; have 6 tabs open while reading this!
What a great recommendation Lisha’s was; loved her writing! Will get over to visit the others soon. Thanks for always offering good new reads!
Have a wonderful weekend Wanda!
Denise
Lisha offered a perspective I don’t think I have really heard before but certainly one worth considering for each of us. Have wonderful weekend.
Thanks Wanda. Gonna read visit their sites:)
I always enjoy visiting here, Wanda. I currently have 7 tabs open 🙂 I enjoyed Barry’s post as I can well remember times thinking a paper was well written & then seeing a teacher’s red corrections. May you have a wonderful weekend!
Ha, it’s nice to see my fellow serial tab openers lol. I have had my fair share of red marks that left me wandering about writing abilities.
Wanda, thanks for the link-up and the posts. I’m on my way to check them out. Have a great weekend.
Those were great ones! Betty’s was extra special, to see her and a lot of other’s answers to prayers is a wonderful thing and good to acknowledge! Thanks for your work, Wanda.
I always enjoy your links. Thanks for sharing!
SO loved these links. Thank you for taking the time to share them!
My pleasure to share these good reads. Hope your week has gotten to wonderful start.