Clairest Of Them.....All (thoughts of a lighthouse )

While reading Boy Meets Girl by Joshua Harris, there was an excerpt of the book Love that Lasts by Gary and Betsy Ricucci where they shared ten tips for communication that could help you guide in the area of conflict in relationships. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ 1. Learn to express your feelings and frustrations honestly, but without accusing or attacking the other person (Proverbs 11:9). @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ 2. Choose words, expressions, and a tone of voice that are kind and gentle. Dont use speech that could easily offend or spark an argument (Proverbs 15:1). @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ 3. Don't exaggerate, distort, or stretch the truth. Avoid extreme words like never and always (Ephesians 4:25). @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ 4. Give actual and specific examples. If necessary, make notes before you communicate. Stay away from generalities. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ 5. Commit yourself to seeking solutions instead of airing your grievances. Getting even isn't the goal- you want to get things resolved (Romans 12:17-21). @@@@@@@...

I've been so dry the past few weeks. It all started with a vision given by my friend Weng with a statement that at the point of my desperation, God will provide. She saw Isaac being offered and all at once, there was a ram at the thickets and it was made the replacement for Isaac. No bloodshed, they went back home happy. Now it's over and I am walking secure, cradled by the arms of my loving Father. I have proven that "God is all yo need, when He's all you've got". and Jon Piper's words became reality to me, "God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in Him. I can't explain my excitement in the days ahead because he is doing a new thing. I remember Isaiah 43 and I am encouraged whenever God is doing something new because he reminds me that his work is something supernatural, like springs in the desert. And only a discerning spirit will I be able to run along with it. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Isaiah 43 1 But now, t...