Sheppard PWOC T-Shirts

Thanks to all the ladies who stepped out of their comfort zones and tried painting wheat with me on Thursday morning. You all did a super job! I hope Kaitlyn and Amanda bring theirs to show off next week. And I'm so proud of Cheryl and Blanca, our budding artists.

This Saturday morning from 9-11am the RE building will be open for us to continue working on T-shirts. Don't be scared! I know YOU can paint one too! We have several ladies who are willing to guide you through the process and empower you to create your your own bundle of wheat.

The back of the shirt says "Meet me at the threshing floor!" I'd like to share two thoughts about this statement. First, the threshing floor is where Ruth went to submit herself to the leadership of Boaz. She entered with anticipation, confidence and peace about her future. Just like Ruth, we come to our Redeemer with those same feelings. We pray with expectation that He will hear and answer. We find peace at His feet.

Second, we recognize the purpose of the threshing floor was to get rid of the chaff from the usable wheat. As we meet Christ at the threshing floor, we ask Him to strip us of the chaff of our own sin. Sometimes that process is difficult, but the result if the sanctification of our lives.

I pray that each of you are able to petition the Lord to meet you at the threshing floor. He will dust off the burden you carry and cover you with His promises.

Be Blessed!

As I was browsing through photos (the digital kind on my computer), I found images from our Traveling Training this summer. I realized that photos not only remind us of past events, bu they also stir up feelings and memories beyond the given image. For example, the picture at the right was taken during our discussion about making people feel welcome. We also talked about PWOC "moments" when you see someone you knew at another installation.

Since this is our first active duty assignment, I cannot completely understand this "moment", but I long to have those bonds with ladies at Sheppard and other bases as we continue our military journey.

This year's International Conference is one more step in that journey. I am excited about seeing other ladies and sharing that PWOC moment and a great big hug!

Which Sisters are you looking forward to seeing in Ft Worth? DeEtta, I'm going to be watching for you! Carol, Deb, Diane - and all the ladies I met at the Ft. Leavenworth Leadership Weekend - let's have a "moment" in the lobby!

As you look forward to November's Conference, think about those relationships God has brought into your life for every season - and be blessed!

Who Am I?

I've been pondering what it means to be "in Christ." One of the truths about who I am is that I am the daughter of the most high king. The Ruler of the Universe is my Father. Um.. Okay. So what does this mean to me really? Do I get a tiara? Will someone draw my bathwater in the morning? Frankly I don't think anyone is going to care if I wave regally from my minivan to the passersby.

So what good is it to be the daughter of the king? I encourage you to pray this week about your role as heir to the kingdom.

Your Father's appointment calendar always has space for His favorite child. Will you enter the throne room and make your requests known? Do you use your "clout" with the supreme ruler, to seek forgiveness and amnesty when you've made errors?

As a "Princess" you can walk with your head held high. No matter what the tabloids print, your Father knows the truth. You are precious simply because of WHO you are. Often the outside world does not comprehend what goes on in kingdom thinking.

Today and every day, I hope that you will see yourself as the daughter of the Most High God. He will empower you to grow into your role as his beloved heir.

And if you see me at Walmart, don't forget to cursty!

I Smirked at God

A few weeks ago, our dear sister Eunika was called away from Sheppard leaving the Breaking Free class without a leader. As I prayed about finding a teacher for this study, I smirked and said, "Lord, I really don't NEED this study, but I'll lead it if that's what You want me to do."

How foolish I was. Honestly, God knows what we need more than we do ourselves. He is compassionately opening my heart and showing my need to be "break free" from some of my own issues. I may not have deep emotional wounds or traumatic life experiences, but my heart is still captive to things like pride and insecurity. God knew.

How often do we tell God we don't want to do something because we think WE know best? I am grateful that He carefully nudges us toward His will. I pray that as you seek Him this week, that you will be open to His call.

I smirked at God. What will you do?