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Thirst No More (Factor of 7)

May 22, 2012 by Sharita

Ever been thirsty?

I don’t mean a smidge thirsty like “Yeah, I could use a drink (of water.)” I mean, “Holy cow, I am so thirsty my throat feels like the Sahara desert.”

We’ve probably all been there. At least a little bit. (I experience this phenomenon anytime I do a long run without a Camelbak water pack strapped on myself. Or when I talk too much. Either way.)

When you get that thirsty, soda pop (oh, I mean Coke for my southern readers) won’t suffice. Water. H2o. That’s the remedy. [Read more…]

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Filed Under: accomplishment, adventure, Factor of 7, fitness, generosity, God, Jesus, prayer, sacrifice, serving Tagged With: drink, Factor of 7, fitness, Jesus, thirst, walk, water

Comfortably Close

May 21, 2012 by Sharita

Loose-fitting T-shirt? Check. Comfy black stretchy yoga pants? Check. Barefeet? Check. Perfect temperature? Check. Diet Dr. Pepper within reach? Check. Recliner engaged? Check.

Ahhhh… I love to be comfortable. I am gonna take a guess that you do too. Take a moment to think about when you are most comfortable… Where are you? What are you wearing? What makes you comfortable? It is an INCREDIBLE feeling. What more could we ask for? [Read more…]

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Filed Under: adventure, attitude, call, Christ, Comfort, dependence, glory, God, life Tagged With: call, Christ, Comfort, faith, hope, journey, mission, plan, uncomfortable, walk

More Productive Perspective (Five Minute Friday)

May 18, 2012 by Sharita

The end of the week,
Now has arrived,
Let’s take a moment to rejoice,
For we have survived.

In the bloggers world,
Friday’s mean fast,
Writing for Five Minutes,
Can be such a blast.

Link up with The Gypsy Mama,
For she gives us a prompt,
Write nonstop for 5 minutes,
Til that clock tells us stop.

So tis Five Minute Friday,
Don’t edit, don’t think,
Pay close attention,
For time passes in a wink!

Todays Prompt: PERSPECTIVE

Annddd… GO! [Read more…]

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Filed Under: Five Minute Friday, God, Love, perspective Tagged With: faith, Five Minute Friday, God, love, perspective, sight

Cruise Control with Jesus

May 17, 2012 by Sharita

As of late, I have been driving (and riding) in a car a lot more than normal. In fact, by the time this week is over, I will have logged three round trips to Atlanta (3 hours each) and two round trips to Fort Stewart. (Those are difficult– 8 hours in a car and back without ending up anywhere that involves sandy beaches.)

Driving (and riding) in the car is great “think” time for me. Actually, the car and the shower are my top two places for blog epiphanies. As I was driving, I had one. Hence, today’s post. [Read more…]

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Filed Under: adventure, Christ, God, life, release, sin, travel Tagged With: Christ, cruise control, destination, faith, journey, travel

It Is Well… With My Soul

May 16, 2012 by Sharita

Sometimes, I pray while I exercise. And no, I am not talking about praying like “Please Lord Jesus, help me to finish this last half mile running strong, without throwing up or tripping on my own feet.” (Although I do frequently pray something similar.)

In this particular case, I mean praying for others. Specifically those of you on my iPad Prayer List app. Now before you think I am trying to cut corners and multi-task, please know that 1) I still have my quiet time with Jesus in addition to my exercise prayer time 2) I never read/pray while on the treadmill, only the stationary bike and/or elliptical should I risk breaking my face and 3) For some unknown reason, I can concentrate and focus exceptionally well during a challenging workout, just as good if not better than when I am sitting in my chair in my living room. [Read more…]

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Filed Under: believe, Comfort, death, exercise, God, heart, hope, Jesus, promises Tagged With: accident, faith, God, grief, healing, heart, hope, K-State, loss, promise, soul

Up In Smoke

May 15, 2012 by Sharita

A little over a week ago, I had a moment. Here’s the back story…

Brandon and I both had a crazy week… my beloved was working ridiculous hours since it was his duty week as Senior Drill Sergeant (See: really early mornings, late/tiring nights) and I was running like a lunatic trying to keep up with more church activities/duties than anticipated.

Our backyard needed to be mowed. It is a small, little yard and we really can’t justify spending a couple-hundred bucks on buying a mower… If we play our cards right, we only need to mow about once a month anyways. When we have “time” we borrow a mower from our sweet neighbors. [Read more…]

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Filed Under: Christ, funny, glory, God, hope, Lesson, life, pain, promises Tagged With: disappointment, faith, fire, God, goodness, humor, promise, smoke

Can I See Your I.D.? (Five Minute Friday)

May 11, 2012 by Sharita

Alas, loyal followers… another Friday tis upon us! (Not quite sure why I am talking like that…)

Ahem. Check. Check. Ah. Ok, that’s better.

Anywho… It’s Friday. And Friday means that I link up with The Gypsy Mama for Five Minute Friday. She gives us a prompt, then we engage in what I like to call a finger sprint. We write for five minutes flat, no over thinking, no editing. Just write. We let the words flow and see where we go. (Look at me rhyming on a Friday.)

Sorry bout the squirrelly behavior. I need to cut back on the caffeine I guess.

I should probably get started before I embarrass myself. (More than I already have.)

Todays prompt: IDENTITY

AND GO! [Read more…]

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Filed Under: Five Minute Friday, God, writing Tagged With: child, Five Minute Friday, fun, identity, practice, weekend, writing

Blessed Abundantly (Versatile Blogger Award)

May 10, 2012 by Sharita

God just keeps pouring on the blessings to this ministry. Wowzers. (Sidenote: Wowzers is a super fun word.)

This week, I was nominated for The Versatile Blogger Award. I’m humbled. I’m flattered.

I’m stinkin’ excited. [Read more…]

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Filed Under: affirmation, blessing, encouragement, faith, God Tagged With: award, blessings, challenge, encouragement, faith

He Forgave You– Now Forgive Yourself Too.

May 9, 2012 by Sharita

“If only I hadn’t… I wish I didn’t… Why can’t I go back… It’s all my fault.”

Regrets. Mistakes. We all have ’em. We’ve all made ’em.

So what are we supposed to do?

This week, we have been working through reasons why our hearts can be blocked and how we grow apart from Christ. (Click to read the original post here.) Yesterday was all about forgiving others… a hard but necessary topic. [Read more…]

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