ONE DAY!

The sign at the Beaufort Marine Corps Air Station says:
"The noise you hear is the sound of freedom"
Everyone in Beaufort, and closeby,can hear that sound too......

The sights and sounds of the Savannah River Site
signify that our freedom is working.
Everyone in Aiken, and closeby, can feel this protection too......


Sights &Sounds that everyone Will hear & see over the world
Will be, when Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ,Returns!
We will hear His sound of Eternal Freedom!
We will know His freedom is working!
We will be ready!
Becky

HAHA!

I'm often asked,"How in the world, do you come up with your journey's,Becky?" People always want to know how I see things in everything around me.I haven't a clue, except that God has pretty much just popped these things into my head, and always has. He never lets anything go to waste,this God of mine! From the idea of a kernel of corn that must be placed on top of the heat before it becomes popcorn, to us popping forth as the new creation,that God wants us to become, by going through the furnace of affliction......Well, go figure?!
He knows me best, and knows I am a word picture type person. I kinda figure,"If it ain't broke;don't fix it!"...So, if Jesus said in His plain and simple way, that there was only one way to get to Heaven, and that was through Him.....then,we shouldn't try to fix it, to suit us.......His is the simple way, so go for it!I love seeing things, and coming up with connections. If you think of an idea, and think I'd like it....send it on, and I'll see what happens! I may elaborate on it!
When I think that I have been doing these journey's for 2,119 days, since 911,I am in awe,ya'll....
My God has been so faithful to give me the information to use, and so faithful to give me some crazy (but wonderful)friends who enjoy reading these journeys!
Becky

MY GUIDE SHEET

One of my favorite classes in high school, was Home Economics. I loved my teacher, and her style of teaching. When I go back home, to Mount Dora,I usually stop by and see her, although I haven't gotten use to calling her by her first name! (Sorry,Mrs.Clem)
One of my favorite things in class, to do, was to sew the clothes for our FHA fashion show that we held every year. I had to follow the guide sheet,in order to know where to place the pins, and mark the material with my chalk. It was also important to follow the guidesheet, in order to know where the darts and the edges were going to be. Without that guidesheet,I wouldn't have a clue as to where anything was suppose to go, or what I was suppose to do next!
When Jesus died on that cross,He not only left us with a Helper residing within us, but He also left us His own written "guidesheet", known as the Bible. He was pretty specific too, with what He wanted us to know....
In every circumstance and situation,He gave us His guide, and we don't need pins;chalk or a sewing machine to put it together either!
Becky

GIFT WRAPPED OR TRASH???

As a young girl,I would always look at pictures and think they looked like someone.(I still do)
Maybe the clouds looked like a dog, or something like that. Well, I learned a lesson on how words can get you in trouble....and hurt......even some 51 years after the fact!
I was 10 years old, and in the 5th grade, and had seen a picture on the blackboard of a lady with a big nose.In my 5th grade wisdom,I remarked that it looked like Mr. Gibson's new wife. After the "tattletale" told Mr. Gibson, when he came back into class, he said these words to me, that I have never forgotten(that's 51 years later folks!). "You are lower than the lowest earthworm, and don't deserve to sit on the first pew of a church."
Now, I have long since forgiven him, but those words etched their image in this little girl's brain so long ago, that she has never forgotten them.
We need to remember the power of the spoken word, and be careful of how we represent our Lord by the words we use. Even Christ told us that we needed to watch this part of our body with care, because it can be damaging, if not tamed.
Will we gift wrap our words?
Or will they be words we throw in the trash?
The choice is ours.....
Becky

TIME

Growing up as the baby of 5, with 3 older brothers, and an eldest sister,I always felt I was in a family filled with lots of love. In my early teens I developed an inferiority complex. I don't know why, because I was a cheerleader from 7th grade through college, and was also the most decorated senior female in my class of 1965. There wasn't any reason for me to feel this way, because my family loved me, and I knew it! ....... So,go figure!
Not many people knew this about me,or would have believed it, if they met me, because I didn't fit the part....
I'm a slow learner,though, and God always takes His time with me, when teaching me something. One day, it kinda hit me....
Kinda like, Duh, Becky! I thought,if the God of the Universe made you just the way He wanted you to be, and was happy with you that way, then, I think that I can be happy with me too..........No sense in arguing with God on that one!
Kinda simple, but He knew I would finally catch on, so He took His time with me!
Becky

HALLELUJAH

There was a quiet moment tonight, when my future daughter in law, and I had special thoughts with each other. They were very brief, but they were so dear to my heart. This is the second marriage for both of them, as they will be married at the Old Sheldon Church, on the 29th of February.Her reason for choosing that place really touched me.....
When finding out its history,and how it had stood the test of time, and it's still standing,Melissa said to me, that she desired to have this marriage stand like the old church stood.To withstand everything! There are four precious children that came into this marriage with her, and I know they will appreciate their Mother's attitude too.This is one grateful Mama to the Lord, for bringing this about!
Becky

HELP US LORD

We are not human beings,going through a momentary spiritual experience.
We are spiritual beings, going through a momentary human existance.
Becky

ASK,SEEK,& KNOCK

"Ask and it shall be given to you"......
When Christ draws you unto Himself,ask Him to bestow upon you,His wisdom, and it will be given to you.
"Seek and you will find".......
Christ called us to find the way, and by staying focused on Him, we can call upon Him anytime, and the "Helper",or Holy Spirit, will guide us, and help us decide what to do.
"Knock and it will be opened unto you".......
Jesus Christ sacrificed His life,to make a way for us.The door is now open. The way is narrow, and there are few who find it.
Let's make sure we open the door and go through it!
Woo Hoo!
Becky

SOMEDAY!

It is so neat for me to look back at the beginning of my life and see how God has caused "all things to work together for good,to those who love God and are called according to His purpose."
He knew, way back when, that I would go through so much difficulty in my earlier years, and has provided for me, at each time, but mostly,I think of when He knew my David would have a really rough time missing our son,David jr. after his death. He gave him someone who could weather the storm, and never falter in her belief's, while clinging to her God, who would see them through. He gave me to this wonderful man, even though we didn't always see eye to eye. In the same manner, when 1996 rolled around, and I had my cerebral brain hemorrage,God knew that I would need a man who had grown up with a Father who had been a doctor. He knew this man needed to be very calm when I went into a coma for those two months....
God knew, before the beginning of time, that I would have to have someone who could stand by me, and see me through this truly life threatening time.....and my goodness, he surely did!
So, unbeknownst to me, this was one of those reasons why I ended up, marrying my sweet David......
I am told he would allow very few people in the hospital room at a time, for my sake! Talk about a protective Rooster!
Even though we are unequally yoked, God has taken this and made something good out of it for me. He has turned it into something beautiful , and will one day turn it into an eternally beautiful creation!
He is clever,this God of mine!
God knew what I needed, even when I didn't. He took what I thought was okay, and turned it into one of my richest treasures. Someday, He will take my treasure, that I call David, and turn him into one of His richest treasures too!
Woo Hoo!
Becky

REIGN REIGN,DON'T GO AWAY!

David's grillin' steaks tonight, and I'm trying to watch part of the Heritage, but my eyes are drawn to the leaves on the trees outside. They are,once again, turned upwards towards the sky, which means its gonna rain. I guess the moisture in the air calls to the undersides of the leaves, and they reach upwards towards the moisture! Whatever the reason, it almost always rains, following this event!
I always think of these leaves, and am reminded of how clever God was, when He made them. When they need the moisture, they turn their leaves upwards.....
We need to do the same thing in our lives.
If we will turn ourselves upwards, and face the full force of our Heavenly Father's "reign", He will shower down His many blessings upon us, as we lift our hearts up in praise to Him!
Lord "reign" on me!
"Reign" in my heart!
No thunderstorm warnings with this Reign shower either!
Becky

WHATSOEVER

Kind and loiving Father,remember me, as I go about my daily tasks, and help me to remain true to You. Enable me to follow You so much, that when people see me,they will see the character of one who is honorable;right; doing what is pure and lovely, and doing the things that are of good report.This is so important to me,Lord......
Help me,Lord, to dwell on the things that are excellent and that will remind me of You;the things that are praiseworthy. Focus my thoughts and mind on You in this manner,Lord, because You know how distracted I can become. Father,in this way,I can be filled with Your peace that passeth all understanding and remain the contented person that I am right now, in my later years.

OH FATHER

Oh Father,may I always seek You, when those days come upon me, that seem like a full force charge by the enemy. Encamp around me and be my light and my defense against such forces.
My heart will not give way though walls crash down around me,for I will trust in Thee.....
You will be my Strong Tower, and forces will not prevail against You.Hide me in Your dwelling place, sweet Lord, and let me,too, abide with You......

FATHER OF ALL

Father Of All Nations And Tribes,in this time of uncertainty in our land , please go with, and watch over ,those who are fighting to preserve the rights for freedom in our land, and with other countries. Father, having never lived in a land without these freedoms,it's hard for us to imagine a time without them. We know that there are those who have no freedoms,Lord, so thank You for preserving us,so far, and for watching over us.Keep our eyes focused on You,Lord, so that we may look to You, as our Strong Tower, in our battle against the evil one, who seeks to devour us, and to demolish our freedom in this country, who so looks towards You and what You stand for.

PERFECT PORTRAIT

When I was growing up, it was quite evident that I had a talent for drawing. I think it was a God given gift, but since Daddy was an architect, and was an artist in his own right, he often gave me tips for drawing ,himself! One of the most helpful hints he ever gave me, was to always outline what I drew! He said this made them stand out and much clearer to understand. It's true too!
You know, God gives us outlines too.....
Sometimes, we call them boundaries.
They're much easier for us to get a grasp, if they're outlined, and much easier to see too!
They are His framework for the perfect portrait of our christian life!
Becky

SCRIPTURE

When I drove to Aiken,this past time,I stayed with Pat and Bob,who live out in the country. Bob gave me a set of directions to their home, which were completely different, from the original way I had driven. It was quite confusing for me......
The new by-pass, was in place, and all my old roads and signs, were gone! I wasn't sure if his way was actually the best way to go. I had to compare it to a landmark, which I knew to be steady and true.(which I did find)
In the same way,we are told to stay with something steady and true, when interpreting scripture.
Scripture reminds us to let scripture interpret scripture, when we are in doubt about something.....
If there is something we have heard, or have read, that we aren't sure about, we can always go to God's word, and see "if our way" parallel's, what God's word says!
If it doesn't, then boot it out!
Keeping our thoughts and actions geared, so that we are in line with, and agreeing with what scripture says, will save alot of wrong turns for us, whether in town, or in the country!
Becky

HELL?

I thought this was cool.......

Those folks who are always saying "Hell no", may just have something, afterall....

Hell?...........No!
Becky

SAND CASTLES & SIN CASTLES

When I was a little girl, we would spend summers over at Daytona Beach, where I would eagerly build sand castles up near the sand dunes. I would furiously run back and forth getting water from the ocean to put in my castle's moat. Sadly though, after several hours, the water would find its way back up the beach and wash away my sand castle. I would start again the next day, and the whole process would be repeated.....
As humans,we can also build ourselves "sin castles," allowing ourselves to run continually back and forth filling ourselves up with nothing but unfulfilling garbage.
The only difference,is that when we build a sand castle, the sparkling water will wash it a way, and then you have to build it again.....
With our sin castle, the flowing blood of the Lamb washed it away..........Once and for all!
Woo Hoo!
Becky

THE TRUE LIGHT

When I moved to Beaufort,I told everyone that I just loved our radio station,"The Light"...... I heard this absolutelly wonderful "Voice" on the radio, and immediately new that I had to find out who belonged to that voice..........I just loved it!
Well, when this 'ole gal finally met the face behind the voice,I was not disappointed either! Rick was every bit as nice in person, as his voice was nice on the radio.....
He was a true life example of someone who looked on the inside, like he acted on the outside! His speech reflected the inner most thoughts of his character. Rick reminds me so often of what our character walk should be like. The things we store up on the inside....("as a man thinketh in his heart,so is he,")show up on the outside, and I know that his speech reflects the character from his heart.
Scripture tells us, that when we think on things that are pure;lovely; of good report;or are of any virtue, then if we are to think on these things......Well, if we want any of our "Lord's Light" to shine through us, we need to also think on these things and show forth these things on the inside as well as the outside!
Becky

(Rick,Mike didn't get one of these!)

THERAPY

I have taken therapy for both my shoulder and my knee, and each time, I never see what benefit it is, for me to keep doing the same excercises over and over. Does it really help in the long run?
Steve assures me that, if we start out in a small way, and increase the movement, then over a period of time, we will build up the area that needs reinforcing! I am suppose to learn from the things I have done in the past.....
Scripture also tells us that we will start out with spiritual milk, when we are new in the faith. As we learn the word.....(over and over) God will give us more responsiblities to handle, that will enable us to grow in the word.
Before too long, we will be feeding off a full course meal, of the the Bread of Life!
Now, that's a true therapeutic meal!
Becky

COFFEE ANYONE?

Most everybody who knows me, knows that I do not like coffee!
I have, however, found that when you place the ground up coffee beans into some water, and put heat under them, those coffee beans will change that water into something really fragrant and aromatic!
The coffee,is different from,say a potato, which, when you place it in water is hard. When you turn the heat on under the water,the outcome will be a soft potato. Or maybe you will take a hard shelled egg, which is soft on the inside and place it in some water, and turn the heat up. Oddly enough, that hard shell will remain intact, but that soft egg, will be come hard......
Three different things responding in different ways to one source!
Christians can do the same thing too!
We have a choice of becoming a "potato"; an "egg", or some "coffee beans"......
When we are potatoes, we tend to come on strong for the Lord, at first, but then, when things begin to unravel, and various trials come along, we aren't very knowledgeable in scripture, so we become soft, and give way under all the heat! We are just too weak!
The egg type person starts out with a young and fragile belief......they aren't sure and need to be guided along in the word, but when they are placed in the furnace of affliction, they become hard and crusty againsty everything and everybody, but mostly against our Lord.
Now, the Coffee Bean folks change the people they are around.
We can all be strong in the Lord under heat, if we keep our eyes focused on Jesus Christ. That 'ole coffee bean changes the flavor of the water under heat, and gives off flavor and fragrance. What an aroma we can give off to others of our Lord and Savior,Jesus Christ! We can too, if we will take our "no good very bad horrible day" experiences and let the Lord turn the burner down!.......
I still don't like coffee though!
Becky

JULY IN CHRISTMAS!

Mike handed out some pamphlets in class today, for our annual "Christmas In July" program, that our church sponsors. It's a really neat way for folks,here, to purchase a $10 box for children in South Africa. These boxes are shipped empty and then filled with goodies and necessities over there, and the delight of the children when they receive them, is written all over their faces! It's kinda like having Christmas in July.....
When I think of July,I think of our country's independance, and when I think of Christmas, I think of our Savior giving us independance from our sins. So, it's truly appropriate to name this
Christmas in July!
Christ's independance from sin!
What a Christmas gift....anytime of year!
Becky

TRUE CHARACTTER

My senior year in high school,I received the National Honor Society's "Character" award, on our senior awards day.That, and the Babe Ruth Foundation Sportsmanship Award, which I also received, were the two most significant and important awards to me in my life. Sportsmanship and Character have always meant alot to me and still do. They are both part of my basic makeup.....
The molding of our character is very important to our Lord,too.
He often will delay opportunities for us, in order to reshape and refine us. He will take us through the fire, so He can see His image when we come out on the other side.
Sometimes, this character building isn't much fun, but the results are worth every bit of the pain.
I figure, if I can remain true to the character of my Lord, then that's all the award I will ever need,or want!
I'll have a new NHS award then.....
Namely His Service! :p)
Becky

I'M WITH HIM

Anybody who knows me, knows that I love those little Dayspring sheep.Infact,I have one in the front of my car, named Faith. She has on purple and green socks and has a daisy behind her ears. Don't ask me why I love them so,because sheep are really kinda dumb animals!
They will follow each other, (even off a dangerous cliff) and they are very wayward animals......
And yet our Lord compares us to sheep, so we must have much worth in His eyes..... The only way we can defeat satan is by becoming a Super Sheep....... and if we want to become Super Sheep, we will have to put on the whole armor of God. I'm all for doing that, except for when dealing with satan......God's word(which is sharper than any two edged sword) says to flee from him, and you better believe I will.
I will flee right into the arms of my Savior!
Maybe I will give him a few words from scripture as I'm runnin' though!I might point to the Savior and say "I'm with Him!"
Becky

PLAIN & SIMPLE

Most of you know, that my daughter,Kelly, is getting married this coming September. She is almost 29, and has a pretty good idea as to how she wants things done. Plus with both of us in different cities,I haven't been able to do very much with this wedding, and to be truthful, that's the way she has wanted it. Nevertheless, this Mom has had her feelings kind of hurt, because I have felt kind of left out of the wedding planning, because she's doing it all herself!.......God has a way of showing me,EVERYTIME, that His ways are the best ways, and He did just that, about a month ago. I stopped at my favorite eating place on my way to Edisto, and was telling Miss Etta about my situation, and the first words out of her mouth were:"Isn't God awesome Miss Becky, for knowing you would never be able to remember all the details, and to let your daughter handle all that!" I would never in a million years have looked at it that way. You know something? She was right too, and it took this precious little black lady who loves her Lord to tell me in such a way, that I can do what He would have me do.......Love my daughter and help her in anyway I can!
That's what I call a plain and simple way to get a profound message across!
Becky

OH MY!

Nellah and I watched the sun go down,over the water tonight, and witnessed one of God's most spectacular sunsets, ever!
I have never seen one quite like this at Edisto, before, either.
As the sun was about halfway down on the horizon, there was a beautiful pink afterglo right above the sunset.What was so neat, though, was what was up above the afterglo!
There was a pale silvery green arc above it, followed by a pale pink "halo" above that. It was almost as if the sunset had a halo!
God the Son, had His Halo!!! :p)
Absolutely awesome too!
When I think of my God, who created the Universe and also created hundreds of gazillions of stars and calls them each by their own name, then it doesn't really surprise me! This is the same God who could come up with a halo for a sunset!
He would do this for me! ....... He will do anything for His children, and He did, when He gave us Jesus, ya know?!
Becky

HE FOLLOWS

After that rainstorm, we had this past Sunday,I thought this phrase was quite appropriate.......


After the storm the "Son"
Becky

ABIDING FATHER

O My Abiding Father,as I seek counsel from You and give You the worthy praise and adoration that You so richly deserve, please grant me discernment. Help me, each day, to weed through all the garbage that I hear, and to seek Your word, and Your wisdom. Help me to find what it is that You would have me do in today's world. Help me to be a difference Lord, and not just make a difference. There are so many areas that pull my attention away from You,Lord, so remind me that Your word is the bread of Life. Help me to weed through what isn't necessary, and search ....really search for what is godly and worthy of Your stamp of approval.

MY PRAYERS DRIFT UP

O My Lord, how my heart longs for You and Your dwelling place, and how I yearn to stand before Your courts with praise. I must be content to remain and sing with joyful praise of Your Magnificent Wonders throughout the earth. My prayers drift up to You, as You remain my Sheild and Defender, against the evil one. One day with You will be so much sweeter for my heart than anything I could ever imagine.Stay close and keep me within the Shelter of Your Most High and Abiding Resting Place, Sweet and Loving Lord.......

YOUR SON......A KING!

Kind and loving Father,help me each day, to be more patient with those around me. Help me to not be so critical with others when they don't do things the way I think they should. Father, this is a hard thing for me, so remind me that I am filled with all kinds of negative faults myself, and that You have to deal with me about this, on a daily basis. Please help me to be more compassionate with others, instead of critical. I want to be more like,Jesus......not more like me. Thank You for Your Son,who became a Savior,and a King.........for us!
Becky

MOM'S

I know I have already sent out the journey about my Mom's, but this is one I wrote before they arrived......Bec


My Mom's are arriving tomorrow, and if it weren't for my Lord,I would be feeling mighty down right now. This is hard to do,folks,but God has placed it on my heart and given me this desire. He has given me His strength to see it through, for we seem to grow every year. I always want it to be nice and comforting for them, so I lift them up to feel God's presence surrounding them this weekend while they fellowship and begin the road to healing. For some it has been a long road, and for others,it has been just a few months............ It doesn't matter.
The pain still remains, and their lives will never be the same again! It is my desire and my goal to have my house as a safe and secure haven for these Mom's. One where we can honor our boys and girls, and glorify our Lord in all we say and do.
I'm always in awe that the Lord will use me like He does on these weekends , but I've come to love these Mom's so very much , and love sharing with them. This has been one of the nicest benefits from losing my son.......
Finding these Mom's!
Becky

READ THIS FAST!!!

ISLE OF VIEW !


God

THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY

In the past few weeks,I've had more people stop and ask me what to say when someone loses a child,or when they lose a family member. So,I have written a few thoughts that you might tuck away, if you ever need them.....I didn't think I would ever need them, but having learned the hard way how it feels,please allow me to share what can be of help to both people involved

You don't really need to say anything.......
1.)A big hug is the most comforting thing you can give them.
I don't know why, but it is most reassuring.......
2.) "I know how you feel" doesn't cut it, if you haven't been there...
3.)Mention how much you are thinking of that person .
4.)Lift them up in prayer & mail them a prayer!
5.) Stop by and spruce up around their house for them.
6.)Plant bulbs for them in the fall, that will bloom in spring.
This is a reminder of God's hope.
7.) Remind them to be gentle with themselves.
8.) Call often, and maybe take them to lunch occasionally.
9.) Send cards months later.
10.) One of the most wonderful things you can do for a Mother who has lost a child, is to talk about their child......allow them time to bring up remembrances of their son/daughter.
Contrary to what you may think.This does NOT make them feel sad.It warms every fiber of their heart to know someone else remembers them too. It will endear you to her so much more when you bring it up too!
These are some of my thoughts for the day.....
Becky

THE KING'S DAUGHTERS

When I was growing up, we always gave our used clothes to the King's Daughters. This was a church sponsered program, and for Mount Dora, it was held in our old post office. I always felt good about giving my old clothes to somebody who could wear something new one day.
I chuckled,indeed,when I thought about the day that I die,I will also be a daughter of The King!
I will have a brand new wardrobe to wear, and will truly be a King's Daughter!
Becky

YOUR WORD

Father God,may Your word abide within our hearts now, and may You draw us evermore unto You. Cause us to feel a contentment with just You and Your word,Lord God. Your word has told us that great peace will be upon those who love Your laws, and that nothing will cause us to stumble.Oh,I do so want that peace, My Lord, so dwell within my soul forevermore, making steadfast the precepts of Your Kingdom.....

RECYCLING REDEEMER

When I lived in Aiken,the section,in which I lived, was the first experimental area that provided the city's recycling pick up.It was neat to put your blue recycling bucket out by the street, knowing that the city would come by; pick it up, and change it into something new and useful.
Isn't it awesome how God does this with us too, after He draws us to Him?
He takes us, and recycles our old self, into something new and useful for His Kingdom.....
A Redeemer who recycles!
Now that's something!
Becky

SOMETIMES

Sometimes my lips forget,Lord, but my heart never does.For You are my shield and my defender;my very present help in time of trouble. I will trust in You only to deliver me from out of my distress and all the trouble I am going through. You lift me up when I am down;You shelter me when I am afraid, and when I am down, You comfort me. I give glory to Your name, and sing praises unto all the earth, for the mighty wonders You have performed. You are so gracious to me,O Lord, and have kept me from stumbling before the evil one. The shadows of death may encamp all around me, but for You,I shall not fear them,for You are my Living Light and I will proclaim Your name now and forever more.....
Becky

YOU MAY KISS THE BRIDE

Pretty soon, and before this Mom knows it,she will witness David walking our daughter,Kelly down the aisle,where he will give her hand over to her future husband. Oh, how joyous that day will be. What a picture that will be.......
Just imagine folks,as they begin their new life together on this earth, what a picture it will represent of us, as we step from our old life on this earth, and are handed over to the bridegroom in Heaven above!
You may kiss the bride!
Becky