Cleaning more in the house, this time the shelves that hold the cookbooks and overflow of small appliances. Tossing mismatched saucers and plastic cups with missing parts. Also a small coffee maker missing the pot. And a Pyrex dish that won't come clean even by using the ever-faithful ammonia trick. Out it goes. I have trouble with this, but hold the things in my hands asking the question as to whether they're necessary to my joy. Well, no.
Purging is good for the soul, either physical or spiritual.
Lots on my mind---friends are sharing problems. Cancer, abuse, marital discord. I've heard the evil one is stepping up his techniques realizing his days are numbered. I like that. The numbered days bit. Seems praying for things requires much more spiritual footwork. Things I used to pray about and expect and see quick answers are now having to be buried in prayer. Buried.
While I don't believe the numbers of angels and demons changes, their work is more intense. And I even suggested to Gary that he pray a continual hedge around his shop. The dark powers won't like us getting involved in a church family's new situation. One of their sons (a five year old) has been abused by a friend's son. I won't go into detail, but the father of the abuser is a cop. The ramifications could be interesting, to say the least. Oldest daughter will be helping the mom (who is a good friend of hers) to care for the kids this week.
Staying prayed up. Do NOT let your guard down.
Can't see ahead of me. Need work in the shop. Bills overdue. God be praised in all things.
Listening to David Dunn's new CD on Spotify called Crystal Clear. Sweet Christian young man, who oldest daughter has a crush on. :) I get that.
