Scripture Sunday

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Psalm 119:15
I will meditate on Your precepts,
And contemplate Your ways.


Psalm 119:16
I will delight myself in Your statutes;
I will not forget Your word.



Psalm 119:105
Your word is a lamp to my feet
And a light to my path.






Your Sister in Christ,
Toia





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Comments

Randi Jo :) said…
OH TOIA!!!! THANK GOD YOU ARE BACK! I have been praying for you and thinking of you so so much!!! It's amazing how we can get so connected so fast through blogging. God is awesome how He brings us together - I wish you would have allowed us to support and encourage you through whatever you were going through --- but you have to do what's right for you and I understand that - but we've been worried sick!!!!!!!! I think of you every day I check my bloglines --- to see if you wrote anything yet. I am so so thankful for you and can't wait to hear more from you! Thanks so much for all your words to me --- God bless ya girl - I'm here for ya!! :)
June 29, 2008 at 8:46 PM
Jan Parrish said…
What a beautiful post. I'm so pleased you're back! I missed you.

I've been praying for you. Please know that if you'd like more specific prayer, you can always email me through my profile.
June 29, 2008 at 11:45 PM
Vicki said…
Thanks for the comment. I am a busy Mom!! I thought quitting my job would free up some of my time, but find that my time is just spent doing other things!!

I hope you visit me again!! Might I ask how you found my blog?? I'm always curious to find out how people happen upon me.

Blessings,
Vicki
www.prairierosesamongthorns.com/vblog
June 30, 2008 at 12:49 AM
Melanie said…
Love those scriptures!
June 30, 2008 at 6:17 AM
Anonymous said…
Thanks for the comment on my blog! I'm glad you enjoyed your visit and I welcome you back!

That's a great Scripture. Thanks for sharing. Maybe you'll consider doing the Saturday Psalm & Praise meme next Saturday you should join. I know you’d love it! http://dixonhomestead.com/Jacque/?p=230 I hope you do it!

Blessings!
June 30, 2008 at 10:44 AM
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