tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25720870523617189802024-03-13T09:03:54.834-07:00Heroines of the FaithJEShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08300505126646960374noreply@blogger.comBlogger131125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2572087052361718980.post-38049901457291278822014-07-02T04:41:00.000-07:002014-07-02T04:50:38.707-07:00"Worketh Willingly With Her Hands" ~ Proverbs 31 Series<div>
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We all read about the Proverbs 31 woman but how many of us actually possess the skills that are mentioned. I personally lacked many of them when first married and found my mother in law teaching me plenty. Because of this, I was determined to pass these homemaking skills to my daughter.<br />
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We have put together some small teaching booklets, tutorials, resources, spiritual inspiration, pretty paintings, poetry and other fun activities in order to build an interest and home economic foundation for young ladies. We will also be hosting a link up per subject so that you can share your expertise with us! I hope some of this may be useful to our dear readers. We will begin this series shortly with "simple sewing skills". I hope that you can join us!</div>
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<i>"Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.</i></div>
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<i>The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.</i></div>
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<i>She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life.</i></div>
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<i>She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands.</i></div>
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<i>She is like the merchants' ships; she bringeth her food from afar.</i></div>
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<i>She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household,</i><br />
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<i>She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.</i></div>
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<i>She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms.</i></div>
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<i>She perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her candle goeth not out by night.</i></div>
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<i>She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff.</i></div>
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<i>She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy.</i></div>
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<i>She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet.</i></div>
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<i>She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple.</i></div>
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<i>Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land.</i></div>
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<i>She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant.</i></div>
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<i>Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.</i></div>
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<i>She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.</i></div>
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<i>She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.</i></div>
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<i>Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.</i></div>
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<i>Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.</i></div>
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<i>Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain:</i><br />
<i>but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised.</i></div>
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<i>Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates."</i></div>
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<i>~ Proverbs 31:10-31</i><br />
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JEShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08300505126646960374noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2572087052361718980.post-28234387214288158782014-05-28T03:43:00.000-07:002014-05-28T03:43:06.054-07:00Random Postings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Time has been limited for the author of this blog. Our <a href="http://heroinesofthefaith.blogspot.com/2012/07/one-year-anniversary-declaring-purpose.html" target="_blank">goal</a> was to include a variety of posts for the readers but such effort can not be given at this moment. Until more time can be dedicated to this little corner of the web, we will be posting random things of biblical, historical and inspirational thoughts in no particular order (Our purpose was variety but that requires a bit more exertion than we can give right now). I hate to close this down because the concept is very close to my heart, many articles were written with much thought and prayer (and thus it takes much time) and the unit studies are special to me. With that being said, if anyone has anything to share with the same theme and feeling of this blog, I would love for you to guest post. Please email me if you are interested and share a piece that you would like to submit. Please keep in mind the old fashioned appearance and content that we like to present here.</div>
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<i><b>"I have often observed how little young ladies are interested by books of a serious stamp, though written solely for their benefit. It amazes me, I confess; for, certainly, there can be nothing so advantageous to them as instruction."</b></i></div>
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Ahhh… To find a volume full of instruction while being entertaining is a rare find! It would certainly have the approval of Mr. Collins! To feast on a witty passage from Jane Austen only to follow it by dessert, the Word of God, is what <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1400319536/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1400319536&linkCode=as2&tag=stranamppilgr-20" target="_blank">A Jane Austen Devotional</a> offers its Regency-loving readers. This beautifully packaged hardbound book offers us a glimpse into our favorite novels along with corresponding encouragement and Scripture. Brew yourself a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy this wholesome form of recreation. Mothers and maidens will find this a pleasurable (but purposeful) repose, indeed!</div>
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<b><i>How much sooner one tires of any thing than of a book! "</i></b></div>
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<i>“My child, the troubles and temptations of your life are beginning, and may be many; but you can overcome and outlive them all if you learn to feel the strength and tenderness of your Heavenly Father as you do that of your earthly one. The more you love and trust Him, the nearer you will feel to Him, and the less you will depend on human power and wisdom. His love and care never tire or change, can never be taken from you, but may become the source of lifelong peace, happiness, and strength. Believe this heartily, and go to God with all your little cares, and hopes, and sins, and sorrows, as freely and confidingly as you come to your mother.” </i></div>
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We have not written for awhile because we have lacked words. I must say it is because we lack the courage to print them. This little area in the world wide web is concerned with the "casual" Christianity that is flooding the internet. They make it seem like the Messiah will be coming back in surf trunks and a beanie. Like people will greet the "King of Kings" with a "hey, dude!" and then move on with a Facebook entry.</div>
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Long gone is the "fear of the Lord" for He is just a "pal" now. The "awe" for the magnificent Creator of the Universe is dwindling into cyberspace.<br />
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Sadly, it is being justified by a distorted version of "grace".<br />
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Grace does not teach a lifestyle of "take me as I am Lord, keep me as I am and deal with me. I am a sinner and there is no use trying to live likewise".</div>
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<b><i>"denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly,</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity,</i></b></div>
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<b><i>These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority.</i></b></div>
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<i><b>"Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will."</b></i></div>
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Because you dear reader, are the Daughter of the Most-High King in this <a href="http://heroinesofthefaith.blogspot.com/2012/10/longing-to-be-like-everyone-else.html">"chosen generation"</a>. You have been called to "be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity." ~ 1 Timothy 4:12b </div>
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Paper dolls... an amusing pastime for young maidens.</div>
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Today we are sharing two pretty pages to print out and prepare.</div>
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One is of a mother with a younger daughter including Victorian Era period clothing.</div>
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Our desire is that this printable will promote beautiful girlhood and feminine attire.<br />
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These would also be sweet additions to tea parties and such.<br />
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Pair them with stories of Victorian heroines such as<br />
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Simply click on the link from the menu below to print for your personal use.<br />
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<i>"Femininity is an attitude of contentment</i></div>
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<i>"To me, a lady is not frilly, flouncy, flippant, frivolous and fluff-brained,</i></div>
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<i>but she is gentle.</i></div>
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<i>She is gracious, she is godly and she is giving...</i></div>
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<i>You and I, if we are women, have the gift of femininity.</i></div>
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<i>Very often it is obscured just as the image of God is obscured in all of us...</i></div>
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<i>The more womanly we are, the more manly men will be, and the more God is glorified.</i></div>
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<i>As I say to you women, 'Be women. Be only women. Be real women in obedience to God."</i></div>
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(click <a href="http://www.backtothebible.org/index.php/Gateway-to-Joy/The-Gift-of-Femininity.html" target="_blank">here</a> for more from Elisabeth Elliot)</div>
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<i>"The attributes of a great lady may still be found in the rule of the four S's -</i><br />
<i>sincerity, simplicity, sympathy, and serenity."</i><br />
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<i>"Mystique means guarding what is sacred,</i><br />
<i>protecting the essence of who we are from the inside out -</i><br />
<i>our heart, emotions, intimate thoughts, and physical body.</i><br />
<i>A woman with mystique delicately preserves the treasure of who she is,</i><br />
<i>keeping herself carefully set apart for one who proves he is worthy of such a gift."</i><br />
~ Lesley Ludy - Authentic Beauty ~<br />
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<i>"Only when we learn to vigilantly protect our sacred inner sanctuary of intimacy</i><br />
<i>with our heavenly Prince can we begin to truly develop the art of feminine mystique.</i><br />
<i>As we spend time in His presence, we become more like Him.</i><br />
<i>As we become more like Him,</i><br />
<i>we learn to carefully guard what is sacred - just as He does."</i><br />
~ Lesley Ludy - Authentic Beauty ~<br />
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<i>"Are you glad to</i> <i>be a woman? </i><br />
<i>Does your dress give evidence you are grateful for the way God made you?</i><br />
<i>This does not mean that lace and pale pink must dominate our wardrobes,</i><br />
<i>but simply that we reflect we are grateful God made us women.</i><br />
~ Jennifer J. Lamp - His Chosen Bride ~<br />
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<i>"We are called to be women.</i><br />
<i>The fact that I am a woman does not make me a different kind of Christian,</i><br />
<i>but the fact that I am a Christian does make me a different kind of woman.</i><br />
<i>For I have accepted God's idea for me, </i><br />
<i>and my whole life is an offering back to Him of all that I am </i><br />
<i>and all that He wants me to be."</i><br />
~ Elisabeth Elliot ~<br />
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<i>"It seems to be the fashion nowadays for a girl to behave as much like a man as possible.</i><br />
<i>Well, I won't!</i><br />
<i>I'll make the best of being a girl and be as nice as a specimen as I can:</i><br />
<i>sweet and modest, a dear, dainty thing with clothes smelling all sweet and violety, </i><br />
<i>a soft voice, and pretty, womanly ways.</i><br />
<i>Since I'm a girl, </i><i>I prefer to be a real one!"</i><br />
~ Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey ~<br />
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<i>"Unaffected modesty is the sweetest charm of female excellence,</i><br />
<i>the richest gem in the diadem of her honor."</i><br />
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<i>"My Princess ... You are My true beauty.</i><br />
<i>Your real beauty is a work of art - hand carved by Me.</i><br />
<i>I have given you beautiful lips to speak words of life, beautiful eyes to see Me in everything,</i><br />
<i>beautiful hands to help those in need, and a beautiful face to reflect My love to the world.</i><br />
<i>I will work wonders that will radiate true beauty from within.</i><br />
<i>And when My work is completed, your character will show off My craftsmanship,</i><br />
<i>and your beauty marks will be remembered by all that were loved by you.</i><br />
<i>Love,</i><br />
<i>Your radiant King"</i><br />
~ Sheri Rose Shepherd - His Princess ~<br />
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I hope these words are a blessing to you - they certainly encouraged and challenged me!<br />
Have a beautiful weekend, lovely ladies :)<br />
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First of all, I want to thank sweet JES for featuring my post </div>
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JES has been a precious sister in the Lord to me<br />
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It is truly an honor to be apart of her blog today.<br />
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My name is Stephanie and you will find me blogging over at <a href="http://theenchantingrose.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">The Enchanting Rose</a>.<br />
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<i>"O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together."</i><br />
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<i>This post may be shared with some or all of the following link-ups: The <a href="http://strangersandpilgrimsonearth.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-art-of-home-making-mondays-please.html">Art of Home-Making Mondays</a>, <a href="http://www.themodestmomblog.com/">Modest Mom Monday's</a>, <a href="http://whatjoyismine.net/" target="_blank">Monday's Musings</a>, <a href="http://timewarpwife.com/?p=3466">Titus 2sdays</a>, </i><i><a href="http://cornerstoneconfessions.com/tag/titus-2-tuesday" target="_blank">Titus 2 Tuesdays</a>, </i><i><a href="http://www.growinghomeblog.com/">Teach Me Tuesday</a>, <a href="http://raisinghomemakers.com/">Raising Homemakers</a>, <a href="http://www.hopeineveryseason.com/2013/04/make-bake-create-party-4-vanilla-bean.html">Make Bake Create</a>, <a href="http://www.awisewomanbuildsherhome.com/">Wise Woman Link Up</a>, <a href="http://walkingredeemed.org/2013/11/wednesday-link-party-50/">Christian Homemaking,</a> <a href="http://somuchathome.blogspot.com/2014/06/so-much-at-homes-link-up-party-3.html" target="_blank">So Much at Home</a>, <a href="http://www.hopeineveryseason.com/">Homemaking Thursdays</a>, <a href="http://www.gracedsimplicity.com/">Hearts for Home Thursdays</a>, and <a href="http://childrenareablessing.org/2014/06/11/growing-in-grace-thursday-link-up-4/" target="_blank">Growing in Grace Thursdays</a>. Thank you lovely ladies for hosting these.</i></div>
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Did you know that Abigail Adams used the unfinished East Room of the White House to hang her husband's clothes. As President, she felt his laundry shouldn't be exposed for everyone to see. This showed a deep respect for her husband and a lot about her discerning character. She once said of her spouse, <i>“When he is wounded, I bleed."</i> What love, what affection, what passion!</div>
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<i>"As soon as Mrs. Dashwood (mother) had recovered herself, to see Marianne was her desire; and in two minutes she was with her beloved child - rendered dearer to her than ever by absence, unhappiness, and danger. Elinor's delight as she saw what each felt in meeting, was only checked by an apprehension of its robbing Marianne of further sleep; but Mrs. Dashwood could be calm, could be even prudent, when the life of a child was at stake, and Marianne, satisified in knowing her mother was near her, and conscious of being too weak for conversation, submitted readily to the silence and quiet prescribed by every nurse around her.</i></div>
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This basic printable would make a thrifty but lovely gift for a mother or maiden.</div>
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The world is wise enough to know that a young child is a very impressionable child. This is why the education system continues to fight to get our children into schools at a younger age. The advantage of mothers is that they can use this opportunity to advance the kingdom of God.<br />
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I recently found this little book in our archives and thought to share it with you today. "<a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/0974650587/ref=as_li_ss_til?tag=stranamppilgr-20&camp=0&creative=0&linkCode=as4&creativeASIN=0974650587&adid=0EFYZ5KB432908GY0YEV" target="_blank">When I'm Mommy: A Little Girl's Paraphrase of Proverbs 31</a>" by Ginger Adair Fulton is a wonderful tool to aid aspiring homemakers. Many mothers wonder when the right time is to instill the <i>Keeper at Home/Proverbs 31</i> values.<br />
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Today is the day... for every book they read and every video they watch, is already instructing them in some way. Be purposeful with what you share with your maidens for everything contains a message (Be discerning. For example, do they devaluate motherhood? Etc...). What you expose your daughter to at a young age will make a huge impact in their adult lives. It is forming their worldview. </div>
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We shy away from books where the main characters are disrespectful to elders, are demanding and spoiled (lacking parental instruction), use inappropriate words such as "stupid" and contain trendy lifestyles that the author would portray as normal (picture if you will a little one wearing earphones, listening independently to worldly music while ignoring the family, obnoxiously chomping on gum, dressed like the latest rock star).</div>
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When you see affordable, picture books with a godly message, it is also fun to think creatively with them to make the moment more enjoyable. You can create a curriculum of sorts. A book like this can be a coloring book. Read a page a day as a Bible lesson, cut out the pictures and make a "beautiful girlhood" scrapbook. Memorize and copy the corresponding verses, decorate them in pretty colors, glue down ribbons and other fancies to make for a fun craft.</div>
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For our favorite beautiful and biblical picture books, <a href="http://heroinesofthefaith.blogspot.com/2011/08/beautiful-picture-books-for-your.html" target="_blank">visit the list here</a>.<br />
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For the beautiful benefits of mothers and daughters reading together, <a href="http://heroinesofthefaith.blogspot.com/2012/03/benefits-of-mothers-and-daughters.html" target="_blank">visit here</a>.<br />
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"MIRIAM, THE PROPHETESS." </div>
"Sound the loud timbrel o'er Egypt's dark sea!
Jehovah has triumphed, and Israel is free."
"The Bible has a wonderful distinctness in its delineations
of human character. The Divine Light (of which the
effect of the Sun in lining the photograph seems a faint
illustration) produces by a single impression, the charac-
teristics of the man or woman who stands under its beams
of eternal truth. We feel this power of holy inspiration,
and rest on its revealings with an assured conviction that
the likeness is true.
There are not many women introduced in Bible history;
those who are, touched by this Ithuriel spear, seem to
come like revelations of what God designed as the destiny
and duties of the feminine sex. Among these representa-
tive women, is one whose name is united with intellectual
powers and great deeds, surpassing all others described
in the old Testament, as surely as the evening star out-
shines her sisters of the sky — "Miriam the prophetess."
The first glimpse we have of Miriam's remarkable in-
telligence and power of aiding the plans of Divine Prov-
idence, is when she, a little girl, watches the cradle of
her baby brother Moses, as he lies helplessly exposed to
his fate among the reeds of the Nile. {Exodus, chap, ii.)
Was not Moses then, even in his helplessness, a strong
tower of faith and hope to that waiting girl, who must
have known that her people inherited the promises, and
believed that the time of deliverance would surely come?
How she must have rejoiced when the babe was saved
and adopted by Pharaoh's daughter! Did not Joseph
become the ruler of all Egypt ? Might not her brother
Moses be thus raised to honor? and then the Hebrews
would be free! As Miriam "stood afar off, to witness what
would become of him,'-' and saw him saved ; did she not,
in her young heart, "Sing to the Lord" in the triumph
of her soul, and dedicate herself to him?
Eighty years had gone by since that scene on the banks
of the Nile. During these years no ray of light had
broken the gloom of Egyptian bondage for the Hebrews.
Now they are redeemed by the mercy of God, and, led by
His servant Moses, stand free and triumphant over their
enemies, who have all perished in the Red Sea. What
themes for joy and gratitude to the Lord this wonderful
deliverance gave that ransomed people! "The Song of
Moses" seems, even now, when reading it, to shout the
praises of the ever-living and true God.
It is the fitting time for the Hebrew heroine to come
forth from the shadows of eighty years, since she, a little
girl, watched the cradle of her brother Moses, See her
stand by his side, in the full radiance of her majestic
womanhood, his helper: her name joined with her
brothers (Micah iv. 4), "Moses, Aaron and Miriam," as
leaders of Israel ; her assigned duty to be leader of the
women:''Miriam the prophetess.''
What honor was hers, as the light of divine truth
stamped on the holy pages of God's Book an indelible
photograph of that joyous thanksgiving of praise and
glory to the Lord God, when "Miriam the prophetess
took a timbrel in her hand ; and all the women went out
after her with timbrels and with dances." And Miriam
answered them, " Sing ye to the Lord, for He hath tri-
umphed gloriously ; the horse and his rider hath He cast
into the sea!"
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Yes, Miriam, a devout worshipper of the true God
had kept her faith and hope in His promises; and now,
at the age of ninety years, she seems endowed with the
full powers of her mind and health, most probably was
in the full possession of that oriental comeliness, "where
all that's best of dark and bright, meet in her aspect and
her eyes."</pre>
<pre>No Queen on her throne ever had such a glorious triumph as Miriam then enjoyed..."</pre>
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<i>"Let me say first that modesty doesn’t begin with our clothing. It starts in the heart. When we’re right with God—walking in purity and humility before Him—it will be reflected in a modest appearance.</i></div>
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<i>The problem with the pharasees was that their relationship with God was all physical and outward. The heart and soul wasn't affected by their faith. Sadly, women today use this same excuse when it comes to modest dressing. They claim their heart is pure and that is what is most important.</i></div>
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<i>However, that is not the complete picture. If our heart is full of God, it will overflow into everything we think, say and do. It will overflow into our clothing as well. The complete picture of modesty is finally spoken out loud through your dress. It says:</i></div>
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<i> "I am a follower of Christ. I understand that I was bought at a price. I understand that my adornment affects many around me. I can keep a pure environment by my proper conduct. I can keep thoughts focused on Him, rather than myself."</i></blockquote>
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<i>Let us love Him from the inside out! Let us be overfilled, overflowed and live in His abundance, in every way of our lives."</i></div>
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Other thoughts on Modesty:</div>
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<a href="http://heroinesofthefaith.blogspot.com/2012/04/beauty-of-modesty.html" target="_blank">Beauty of Modesty ~ A Collection of Quotes</a><br />
<a href="http://heroinesofthefaith.blogspot.com/2012/01/bathshebas-beauty.html" target="_blank">Bathsheba's Beauty ~ A Message of Modesty</a><br />
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The average age (for a first marriage) for women in the United States in 2009 was 26.5 years. There is a decline in marriages in general and the church is not removed from this truth. While at a homeschool convention a few years ago, I had a chance to meet a lovely Amish/Mennonite young lady. She was 26 and unmarried. We got on the conversation and she said she is not alone. Many of her friends are waiting for the right man but the boys in their churches are in no hurry to marry and the quality is lacking. I was saddened but not surprised as this seemed to be the trend in our churches as well.<br />
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What to do? While raising our daughters to be keepers at home, we must remember that although homemaking is a beautiful calling, there is also something God given in each of us that requires further nurturing.</div>
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Do you have a girl who is musical like <a href="http://heroinesofthefaith.blogspot.com/2011/12/miriam-musical-mentor.html" target="_blank">Miriam</a> was? Encourage her to develop those skills. How comforting a sweet song can be to the soul.</div>
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Do you have a Lydia who loves to sew? There are many sewing classes available, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00586QTEC/ref=as_li_ss_til?tag=stranamppilgr-20&camp=0&creative=0&linkCode=as4&creativeASIN=B00586QTEC&adid=1VRA3JHG1FNEY5A1EJXD" target="_blank">DVD curriculums</a> and friends and family who can help to nurture this interest. Encourage her to use her talents to make modest clothing (and possible sell them), sew baby gifts for new mothers, etc.</div>
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Does your daughter have a love for animals like the shepherd daughters of Jethro? Encourage her to mentor a young girl who shares a similar love or create a cottage industry with the by-products from her farm ventures.<br />
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We must "stir up the gifts" within our daughters so they may begin their active work now. A purpose must be given, a vision set and goals created. There are many opportunities to serve in the home sphere where God has placed us. Pray for guidance and wisdom that these acts of service will fulfill your daughter and her desires.</div>
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It is a wicked world out there. If our maidens are not working diligently on some sort of labor or skill, the world will certainly provide amusements for them. All these talents will only benefit and broaden a future home that they may have of their own one day. And lastly, be purposeful and share with all the dear younger women you know how important and special they are to their Creator (because you are, dear maiden!).</div>
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<b><i>"Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all."</i></b></div>
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Once again we have a lovely scene of children with their femininely dressed mothers in this Victorian Era periodical. Did you know that the editress of Godey's Lady's Book (Sarah Josepha Hale) is also the author of the famous nursery rhyme, "Mary Had a Little Lamb"?</div>
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<i>Certain moral necessities are on the mind and heart of man; and the recognition of an overruling Providence is one of them. An all-seeing and an all-disposing power confronts us everywhere and in everything; and not to believe in a Providence of which this power is the visible expression would be to confound all the circumstances and necessities of human life, as well as to falsify the whole testimony of our moral nature. The admission of a creation draws after it as a necessary sequence the acknowledgment of a Providence. To admit the one and deny the other is a palpable contradiction. </i><i>In an hour of darkness and distress—conditions to which human experience is ever incident—man is forced to look to the supernatural and divine for light and comfort. </i></div>
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<i>"There must be <b>a wise choosing before marriage</b>, or it may be impossible to make a happy home. At few points in life is divine guidance more severely needed than when the question of marriage is decided. A mistake then will cast its shadows down all the years to the close of life. Many a career is blighted by a foolish marriage. <b>Wedded happiness depends greatly on reverent, prayerful, deliberate, wise choosing before marriage."</b></i></div>
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Spring is in the air, soil is waiting in the earth and visions of grandeur are in the hearts of those who desire to provide "food for her family" (Proverbs 31:15). To aid in this proverbial pursuit, we are sharing our garden planner printable with you. This was originally shared on our <a href="http://strangersandpilgrimsonearth.blogspot.com/p/she-planteth-inspirational-gardening.html" target="_blank">homemaking blog</a>. Ideas for using this Regency-inspired journal are <a href="http://strangersandpilgrimsonearth.blogspot.com/p/she-planteth-inspirational-gardening.html" target="_blank">here</a>. Simply download from the menu below and print. May your harvest be plentiful!</div>
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become a comparative paradise. The opposite disposition is the Pandora box which,
when opened, fills every house and every
neighborhood with pain and sorrow. How
many enmities and heart burnings flow from
this source! How much happiness is interrupted and destroyed! Envy, jealousy, and
the malignant spirit of evil, when they find
vent by the lips, go forth on their mission like
foul fiends, to blast the reputation and peace
of others. Every one has his imperfections;
and in the conduct of the best there will be
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animadversion. It is a good rule, however,
when there is occasion for fault-finding, to do
it privately to the erring one. This may prove
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<i>~ Godey's Lady's Book, February 1864</i></div>
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<i>In preparing the Lady's Book, we aim to do good by
promoting innocent enjoyment and cheerful improvement. Both of these objects, we think, belong to the
economy of God's providence in this world, therefore
should be studied and practised in our daily life. Our
heavenly Father made the earth to blossom with beauty
and fruitfulness; the air to be pure with life and sweet
with fragrance; the birds in bright plumage to sing their
songs of joy; the streams to murmur their soft cadences
of delight in motion; while the great deep sounds the
solemn, yet cheering anthem of perpetual strength in
duty, as it ebbs and flows in constant obedience to tho
laws of God. And all God's laws for our world were intended to promote human happiness in accordance with
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JEShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08300505126646960374noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2572087052361718980.post-59926622197298588432013-02-23T05:18:00.000-08:002014-01-06T00:41:31.111-08:00Spending Time with Daughters ~ Casual Mentoring<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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There are so many subjects of life that we must pass on to our daughters. Sometimes this is done in a formal setting and at a designated time. Sometimes <a href="http://heroinesofthefaith.blogspot.com/2012/03/benefits-of-mothers-and-daughters.html" target="_blank">we teach our daughters as we read</a> to them from profitable books. But often, we can overlook those casual moments of fellowship. Those moments when they just wake up and are daydreaming in bed, those moments when they are sitting comfortably on the couch and reading, those moments when they are working on handicrafts or sewing. </div>
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These little opportunities that God gives us as we live with our daughters are very valuable. To use the modern day slang, simply "hang out" with them! One day, those gentle, impromptu conversations that seemed trivial to you, will be to your child the "utterance which mother taught". Your words will seep in slowly and with God's help, they will be absorbed into the heart and influence them toward godliness throughout their lives <a href="http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs+22:6&version=KJV" target="_blank">(Proverbs 22:6)</a>.<br />
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I encourage you (and remind my busy self) to take a few minutes each day to deliberately do nothing but "chat" with your children...<br />
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This painting is a favorite of mine by Mary Jane Q Cross because of its warmth along with the biblical and geographical setting. The romantic in me is taken back in time as I view this woman and wonder what her story is.<br />
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Mary Jane Q Cross is also responsible for many of the beautiful pictures I posted in the "<a href="http://heroinesofthefaith.blogspot.com/search/label/Women%20in%20the%20Ark" target="_blank">Women in the Ark</a>" Series. However, there is something special you should know about her artwork… she painted these with her fingers.<br />
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Yes, these beautiful pictures have all been fingerpainted! Tremors overtook her body years ago which removed her ability to use paint brushes. She spent five and a half years retraining herself as an artist. These pictures are a beautiful blend of her new style of art since 95 to 98% of her work is accomplished with her fingertips. The other percentage is done with a prosthetic device of brushes that she created.<br />
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Her love for the Lord is seen through her many "paintings of prayer" and poetry that accompanies many of the paintings (my personal favorite is shown below). Her life is a wonderful testimony that God will give grace to those whose desire is to glorify Him.</div>
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JES: <i>What inspired you to paint the daughter in law's of Noah series?</i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><i>It was a trip to Jordan with a lovely large family. I was looking for scenes that would speak to me and I did find Petra and Wadi Rum captivating my historical senses. I do believe I could have painted for months with no other input. The stars at night were the same ones over my New England and I felt how much we are so connected with other cultures and times in history. The women of Jordan were a particular inspiration. Ruth was a Moabitess. No matter what our tragic family trees can be, God is the King of redeeming what we are if we trust Him. Quiet personal trust is the theme of these paintings. </i></span></blockquote>
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JES: <i>Who is your favorite woman of the Bible and why?</i><br />
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<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;">My choices change with different things that go on in life, Jes. In the past it has been Esther, the woman looking for the widow's mite, Mary Of Bethany , Martha, and the seller of purple. More tenderly right now is Leah. She was unloved by Jacob who favored Rachel. However God was so present with her to give her children. The line of Judah, her forth son, is the line of David and Jesus. What incredible Grace God makes from people willing to be His alone. There is a bit of the same kind of loneliness in being a painter. It does however make me very much look forward to being the Bride of Christ in the New Jerusalem. It is an odd kind of longing that what we long for will be fulfilled. It is also a reminder that God loves me, with a dedicated and magnificent love, just as I am. It is not for appearance, or performance, (or Leah her eyes) but unconditionally and without any reservation. It is a truly inspiring thing to be loved like this.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"> </span></i></blockquote>
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JES: <i>What historical Christian heroine is most inspirational to you and why?</i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><i>Fanny Crosby is the most emotionally present woman I can think of. The interior life made so transparent is full to the brim. I desire that kind of focus in what God has given me to do. Blind from a young age and so vital!!! Her lasting poetry is a legacy that is multi-layered, heart filled with a single and clear focus. No blindness there. If I were on a desert island I would want a hymnal. So I could read all the poetry of music from the church age. I play flute. Learning the new songs I have never heard is going to be part of what eternity is all about. Fanny's poetry into songs is very present in those pages. I feel like I can hear her footsteps, and perhaps hear her quiet.</i></span> </blockquote>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><i>But there is a second woman. Less known but with perhaps more spiritual impact. Mother Dabney 1925. She covenanted with God for some pretty big dreams for her husbands ministry. Her praying intensity is faithful. I know in many instances I am faithless. But she reminds me of the prize at the end of the race. She cheers me on.</i></span></blockquote>
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JES:<i> Do you have any encouragement for women suffering from illnesses?</i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><i>While being still would be Heaven to me, the lessons that this tremor has taught me are not to be minimized or wished away. It has been a tempering that is painful but rich in listening to His guidance through it. I cannot believe it has been 20 years!!! Hiding that fact from me has been one of Gods best gifts. Some things He will reveal in hinds sight. Other's, he gives as a promise early on. Two questions this tremor has made me answer is. Is God Sovereign? and can I trust Him? He is , and I can and do. It makes me know He was not asleep when this happened. It is glimpse of His knowing precisely what would bring me to His knees and keep me there. First in brokenness, then in restfulness.</i></span></blockquote>
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His Banner Over Me is Love by Mary Jane Q Cross</div>
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Canopy over my days is jeweled</div>
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Love given, received, replete, fueled</div>
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By strongest days astounding grace</div>
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Faithfulness abounds in this holy place.</div>
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In a moment, forever my existence is changed-</div>
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Life behind ever rearranged.</div>
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I speak the words of Faith declaring You.</div>
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Eternity is contracted, life’s document new,</div>
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Passing from one life into the next,</div>
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Knowing You hold my days at their best.</div>
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I fell You place Your hands over me-</div>
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Benediction, gentling beauty You see.</div>
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Wearing Your banner as a life-sworn cloak,</div>
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Into my soul Your Spirit provokes</div>
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A welcome promise I fully give</div>
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Allegiance to You as I newly live.</div>
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Living beneath this standard blue,</div>
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I pledge my life, faithful, true</div>
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Show me the days I did overlook.</div>
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Write them forever in Thy Holy Book.</div>
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Copyright 2008 ~ <a href="http://www.maryjaneqcross.com/" target="_blank">Mary Jane Q Cross</a></div>
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<i>You may view her gallery of paintings <a href="http://www.maryjaneqcross.com/" target="_blank">here</a> or</i><br />
<i>her book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Poems-Painter-Paintings-Prayer-Cross/dp/B004G57KBC" target="_blank">"Poems of a Painter, Paintings of a Prayer"</a> here.</i></div>
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Almost 150 years ago, Godey was publishing magazines for women. Sarah Josepha Hale, "editress" had one goal in mind. It was merely to education women. She wrote <i>"not that they may usurp the situation, or encroach on the prerogatives of man; but that each individual may lend her aid to the intellectual and moral character of those within her sphere".</i></div>
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She knew that women were teachers and of great influence in the home. To educate and nourish the mind of a mother was like feeding the future of mankind.</div>
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Here are some magazine "clips" from the January issue of <i>Godey's Lady's Book</i>. Perhaps we can still appreciate what was interesting to women many years ago?</div>
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I have always marvelled at the Queen of Sheba, a woman who sought knowledge and wisdom to such a degree. Who was this royalty who journeyed over 1,000 miles in a climate of extreme heat and dry terrain, in a day and age when travel was not comfortable, convenient, nor safe. What kind of woman would go to such measures to ask "hard questions concerning the name of the LORD"?</div>
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<b><i>"And when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the LORD, she came to prove him with hard questions…"</i></b> </blockquote>
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In this modern day society filled with distractions of every kind, we are often too quick to accept or too lazy to care… This woman took a caravan across the vast desert in search of the truth! We have access to it in one printed volume with thousands of Bible translations and biblical references at our fingertips! Do we constantly search the Scriptures for the answers to life's "hard questions"? Do we give up our precious time (like the Queen of Sheba) to seek His wisdom?</div>
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<b><i>"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path."</i></b></div>
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May we daily, devote time in our hectic schedule to study His will, learn His ways and live according to His statutes. May we always seek and find!</div>
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<b><i>"The entrance of thy words giveth light;</i></b></div>
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<b><i>it giveth understanding unto the simple."</i></b></div>
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<b><i>~ Psalm 119:130</i></b></div>
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As we start a new year, I pray your journey brings you closer to the King of Kings. May those who see your life in the Lord be in awe, as the Queen of Sheba was with Solomon when she exclaimed,<br />
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<b><i>"Blessed be the Lord thy God…"</i></b></div>
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To have someone associate you with Him would be one of the greatest moments of your existence! For "there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth!" (Luke 15:10). </div>
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<i>"Right, Jo; better be happy old maids than unhappy wives, or unmaidenly girls, running about to find husbands," said Mrs. March decidedly. "Don't be troubled, Meg; poverty seldom daunts a sincere lover. Some of the best and most honored women I know were poor girls, but so love-worthy that they were not allowed to be old maids. Leave these things to time; <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">make this home happy, so that you may be fit for homes of your own, if they are offered you, and contented here if they are not</span>. One thing remember, my girls; mother is always ready to be your confidant, father to be your friend; and both of us trust and hope that our daughters, whether married or single, will be the pride and comfort of our lives."</i></div>
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<i>"We will, Marmee, we will!" cried both, with all their hearts, as she bade them good-night."</i><br />
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<i>~ Louisa May Alcott, Excerpt from </i><i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/1402714580/ref=as_li_ss_til?tag=stranamppilgr-20&camp=0&creative=0&linkCode=as4&creativeASIN=1402714580&adid=14N6G025A2688NPPJ8PW" target="_blank">Little Women</a></i><br />
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During this chilly, winter season, a good book and movie are always welcome! Thankfully, wholesome <a href="http://heroinesofthefaith.blogspot.com/p/virtuous-volumes-regal-reading-list.html" target="_blank">books</a> are in abundance but <a href="http://heroinesofthefaith.blogspot.com/p/virtuous-videos-list.html" target="_blank">movies</a> are more of a challenge. I wanted to share with you the following gem...</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><i>"High in the Swiss Alps, little Danny disappears. When he is found---alive, but seriously injured---his sister, Annette, vows revenge. Lucien, who caused the accident, escapes to the forest where he is taken in by a godly old woodcarver. Lucien wants to make amends, but will Annette learn to forgive him? Treasures of the Snow was filmed in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. The charm of genuine antique chalets will delight you. And you will experience real life drama, the tensions of ordinary people under pressures and the satisfaction of righteousness rewarded." ~ From the Publisher</i></span></div>
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There is also the excellent book (for 8-12 years) which inspired the movie. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0802465757/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=stranamppilgr-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399369&creativeASIN=0802465757">Treasures of the Snow by Patricia St. John</a> illustrates forgiveness to our young ladies in a very realistic way that is sure to turn hearts toward the Savior.</div>
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Wholesome entertainment is hard to find but these are truly some of the best out there! Though the movie isn't to today's standards of fancy filming, the excellent message outweighs it.</div>
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<b><i>"And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another,</i></b></div>
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