Welcome lovelies to another edition of The Friday Five. Once again Friday has rolled through faster than a little kid going down a slip and slide on a hot summer’s day it seems. Are your days rushing by as well? Sorry I digress. Even with a busy week, I did manage to sneak in a little online time for blog reading. Here are a few my favorite reads from the week.
Perhaps it’s because I’m resisting the need rest that Kathryn’s post Waving the White Flag of Surrender really resonated with me. It feels like I should be doing more. I really like these lines she wrote:
So, I surrender my writing, this blog, the plans and ideas swirling in my head, to the One who set this writing dream afire in me. The One who holds the Master Plan for my life. I surrender to stop constantly swimming upstream, against the current, and instead try to lean into the rhythms of life. – Kathryn
While visiting Rhapsody’s blog I discovered an interested fact. Is it possible that HIV a cure for Cancer?
Like Angel I’ve found myself digging the Duggars too. I’m not really sure how I found myself even watching the show but I’ve tuned into a several episodes and it’s been refreshing to see a show that is not full of drama, violence, and disrespect.
Have you thought much about rocks? Sandra’s post Standing not Sitting – A Dose of Encouragement really caused me to pause and think about how God always commands us to stand on the rock and never to sit. I hadn’t ever thought about that before but it’s quite true.
We are exhorted to stand not sit, perhaps because sitting might lead us to relax (let our minds wander and not be alert) when God is really saying: –Sandra
“Be watchful, stand firm in your faith, be courageous, be strong.” 1 Cor. 16 v 13 (RSV)
And these words from Holley were the perfect little dose of encouragement so I’m passing them on to you in case you missed it.
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So humbled to hop onto your site this morning and see one of my posts included in your Friday Five. You always find such interesting posts – I look forward each week to new finds. So, wow – and thanks! Grateful that these words spoke to you.
Kathryn Shirey recently posted..Learning to Release My Words, My Control
Ahh Kathryn, your posts really resonated with me as I’m sure it does with many others. We tend to put so much value on doing than we fail to see the real value in rest. God thought it so important that he built into our normal daily of our bodies. Many blessings to you.
Wanda, thank you for sharing your Friday Five. I’ve already enjoyed Kathryn’s post – Waving the White Flag of Surrender. It was a good message to start my day.
Monica Nixon recently posted..Week 21: Be Disciplined…eventually
Wanda I am so pleased you thought my post worthy of mentioning today. Thank you. He is the great rock and we do need to be reminded just how good He is.
Sandra @ Sandra’s Ark recently posted..Make Good Use of What you Have – A Dose of Encouragement 25
You are welcome Sandra. Have a great week!
Kathryn”s quote turned into my prayer. I’m so there. Thanks for hosting this party. I always get my soul watered when I’m here.. ~Pamela
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What a great idea for a prayer prompt Pamela. Always a pleasure to have you join in. Have a wonderful week.
Wanda, this sounds like perfect reads to start a summer swimming with the flow, but staying watchful. Happy reading!
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Hi LaVonne, I hope your summer has started off bright and merry with time for soaking of the “SON”. Blessings for your week.
Thank you, Wanda, for including me in your Friday Five! I look forward to hopping over and reading the other blogs you’ve mentioned here. Have a blessed weekend!
My pleasure Angel. Have a great week!
Kathryn’s quote meant a lot to me too! Have a great Friday and weekend.
Bless you.
Mary
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I think her words will resonate with many Mary. Have a wonderful week.
Hi Wanda, these highlighted posts sound like they have some great insight. Can’t wait to check them out.
Blessings,
Janis
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Happy reading Janis. Have blessed week!
I know how fast a kid can slide down a slip and slide on a hot summer day. I have one set up in my yard right now! I also know how fast Fridays come around. Thanks for hosting and for the inspirational reads!
Amy Jung recently posted..A Reason to Dance
LOL…I hope those little ones are enjoying many fun times on that slip and slide. It’s off to the race for another week 🙂
Wanda, it is always good to be here as I always find something “new” to me & inspiring. Grateful you do this each week for us! Have a blessed weekend!
Joanne Viola recently posted..Moses, Pageants, Tea Cups & More
Now that’s not easy to find something “new” to you each time because you get around Joanne. I can’t wait to get a chance to check out your pick’s this week.
Thanks for sharing these great posts & for hosting & God bless!
Laurie Collett recently posted..Snatching Defeat from the Jaws of Victory
So glad to have you join in Laurie.
Wanda, been down taking care of my mom for a week, so I haven’t had a chance to check in. Thanks for posting the Friday Five. It’s always nice to know that I have some blogging *rabbit trails* to explore when I get time!
Hope you had a wonderful Monday, and that this is a great week for you!
GOD BLESS!
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Hi Sharon, hope your mom is doing ok. There is always too many trails one can get lost in blogging, although I haven’t had much time to these days to go wandering down many.
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