Announcement

(Max Wanger)

These last weeks, months almost, have been very hectic with many big changes going on,
(hence my absence from my blog).

First and foremost, I´m a little over three months pregnant! We are very excited!
We have also moved recently, to a little house, just in time for Christmas and New Year,
and we are thrilled with it! The Lord has been so good to us.

However all these changes have left me quite tired, and in need of some fresh air.
I´ll be taking an indefinite break from blogging for now.
Hope to see you around soon!

Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing

Good News for the Oppressed

The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is upon me,
for the Lord has anointed me
to bring good news to the poor.
He has sent me to comfort the brokenhearted
and to proclaim that captives will be released
and prisoners will be freed.
He has sent me to tell those who mourn
that the time of the Lord’s favor has come,
and with it, the day of God’s anger against their enemies.
To all who mourn in Israel,
He will give a crown of beauty for ashes,
a joyous blessing instead of mourning,
festive praise instead of despair.
(Isaiah 61:1-3)

ing to the LORD, all the earth; 

proclaim his salvation day after day.
Declare his glory among the nations,  

his marvelous deeds among all peoples.

For great is the LORD and most worthy
of praise; he is to be feared above all gods.

For all the gods of the nations are idols,
but the LORD made the heavens.

Splendor and majesty are before him;
strength and joy are in his dwelling place.

Ascribe to the LORD, all you families of nations,
ascribe to the LORD glory and strength.

Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name;
bring an offering and come before him.

Worship the LORD in the splendor of his holiness.
Tremble before him, all the earth! 

The world is firmly established; it cannot be moved.

Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; 

let them say among the nations, “The LORD reigns!” 

Let the sea resound, and all that is in it; 

let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them! 

Let the trees of the forest sing, 

let them sing for joy before the LORD, 

for he comes to judge the earth.

Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; 

his love endures forever.
Cry out, “Save us, God our Savior; 

gather us and deliver us from the nations,
that we may give thanks to your holy name, 

and glory in your praise.” 

Praise be to the LORD, the God of Israel, 

from everlasting to everlasting. 

1 Chronicles 16:23-36

Meaning

 

nd this is what God has testified: 

He has given us eternal life, 

and this life is in his Son.

1 John 5:11

Christmasy

Lovely Christmasy inspiration from around the web.
(Images:1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)

Jamie Oliver

Brilliant speech by Jamie Oliver.
I´m quite surprised at how ignorant people have become, I can´t even imagine children never having seen basic vegetables before... 
I think Jamie´s proposition is spot on!

Psalms 33

e put our hope in the Lord.
He is our help and our shield.
In him our hearts rejoice,
for we trust in his holy name.
                                                 Let your unfailing love surround us, Lord,  
                                                 for our hope is in you alone.
                                              Psalms 33:20-22

We put this verse on our wedding invitation, and I have it hanging in my kitchen. This has been a big part of our relationship from the very beginning, and has sustained us through hardships. It remains true today, as it has been in the past years. God alone remains unchangeable. I know this will continue to be so for the rest of our lives.

The Story of Cosmetics

Alarming report on cosmetics. Start reading the small print behind your products!
More info here. Product reviews here.

Joy

I can´t help but talk about the wonderful news we´ve woken up to... the rescue has begun for the 33 men trapped in Chile, and already 11 have surfaced! We continue to pray for the ones still underground. My heart is filled with joy for their families, may God continue to sustain them through what´s left of their ordeal.
This I declare about the Lord: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I trust him. For he will rescue you from every trap and protect you from deadly disease. He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection. Psalms 91

(photos: Msnbc)

Tired

I´m tired. I´ve had a very busy weekend, and today isn´t any different. Just thinking about all the things I have to do makes me want to get back into bed.
But... I can do everything through HIM who gives me strength.  Phillippians 4:13
So... Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Phillippians 4:6-7
(I believe in smiles) 

Everyday

he steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; 
His mercies never come to an end;
they are new every morning; 
great is your faithfulness.
"The LORD is my portion," 
says my soul, "therefore I will hope in him."  
The LORD is good to those who wait for him,
to the soul who seeks him. 
- Lamentations 3:22-25

(Daily Drop Cap)

Priorities

eek the Kingdom of God above all else, 
and live righteously, 
and HE will give you everything you need.
Matthew 6:33

(Daily Drop Cap)

Bottled water

Yesterday I watched this movie and it was quite alarming. On top of all the reasons enlisted in this short clip, that also informs about bottled water, the movie warns that the bottle´s plastic contaminates the water it´s carrying, mostly with cancer causing chemicals. I strongly urge you to stop buying plastic bottles for the environment and your own health.

The Story of Stuff

Brilliant explanation of our current situation: the social and enviromental impact of producing, consuming and disposing, and a few pointers on building a sustainable world. Many more resources here.
Finally available in Spanish!!! yeah!

Hope

 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.  Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.  I will be found by you," declares the LORD... Jeremiah 29:11-14
(Daily Drop Cap)

All I need is you

How precious are your thoughts about me, Oh God.
They cannot be numbered!

Promise

e will cover you with his feathers.
He will shelter you with his wings.
His faithful promises are your armor and protection.

Psalms 91:4
(Daily Drop Cap)

Tapped water

Yikes! Really makes you think! My husband posted this on his blog today, and it really caught my attention. More info here.

¡Tis the season to be grateful!

(photo by my wonderful husband)