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HUMOR TIME
“Trouble knocked at the door, but, hearing laughter, hurried away.” – Benjamin Franklin
During lunch at work, I ate 3 plates of beans (which I know I shouldn’t). When I got home, my husband seemed excited to see me and exclaimed delightedly, “Darling I have a surprise for dinner tonight.” He then blindfolded me and led me to my chair at the dinner table. I took a seat and just as he was about to remove my blindfold, the telephone rang. He made me promise not to touch the blindfold until he returned and went to answer the call. The beans I had consumed were still affecting me and the pressure was becoming unbearable, so while my husband was out of the room, I seized the opportunity, shifted my weight to one leg and let one go. It was not only loud, but it smelled like a fertilizer truck running over a skunk in front of a garbage dump! I took my napkin from my lap and fanned the air around me vigorously. Then, shifting to the other leg, I ripped off three more. The stink was worse than cooked cabbage.
Keeping my ears carefully tuned to the conversation in the other room, I went on releasing atomic bombs like this for another few minutes. The pleasure was indescribable! Eventually the telephone farewells signaled the end of my freedom, so I quickly fanned the air a few more times with my napkin, placed it on my lap and folded my hands back on it feeling very relieved and pleased with myself. My face must have been the picture of innocence when my husband returned, apologizing for taking so long. He asked me if I had peaked through the blindfold, and I assured him I had not. At this point, he removed the blindfold, and twelve dinner guests seated around the table, with their hands to their noses, chorused, “Happy Birthday!” heso1
A child asked his father, “How were people born?” So his father said, “Adam and Eve made babies, then their babies became adults and made babies, and so on.” The child then went to his mother, asked her the same question and she told him, “We were monkeys then we evolved to become like we are now.” The child ran back to his father and said, “You lied to me!” His father replied, “No, your mom was talking about her side of the family.” Anonymous
GOD IS GOOD!
We easily declare that God is good – on our BEST days. I got a raise on my job. God is good! I found a great parking space at Walmart. The man of my dreams found me. Oh, God is good!
On our WORST days, it can be challenging to declare that God is good. I lost my job. My car broke down on the side of the road. My husband has been diagnosed with cancer. Although it may not seem like it, God is still good.
God’s goodness shows up in our lives every single day.
* He wakes us up.
* He gives us breath.
* He protects us from dangers we can and cannot see.
* Most importantly, He provides salvation [John 3:16] and all the perks (peace, joy, deliverance ….) that come with it.
If you’re ever doubt that God is good just remember: You didn’t safely arrive at your destination, in your car simply because you’re a good driver. You didn’t tell your heart to beat this morning. You didn’t keep yourself safe during the night. It was God and He is good all the time!
Click on the video below to hear an oral presentation of this blog and to hear my rendition of the song: God is Good.
STRESS BALLS
In today’s “new normal” world, it’s easy to become stressed out. At times I find it stressful just going to the grocery store. I put on my mask. I have to make sure I’m going in the right door. hat I’m used to buying, I can’t always find. I have to remind myself to breathe and calm down. I feel like I’m in an episode of the Twighlight Zone. By the time I get home, I’m just tired!
Dealing with negative stress can have serious effects on your health and cause strain in relationships. When stress gets too awful, your blood pressure can go up, your hair can fall out, it can lead to a stroke and even a heart attack. It can cause you to gain weight, be short tempered and unfriendly.
One way that you can cope with stress is to use a stress ball. A stress ball is a small, soft, kneadable ball that you can squeeze in your hand. They come in different shapes and sizes. They are easy to find and not expensive.
Here are 4 benefits of using a stress ball.
1. Stress causes a lot of physical tension. The main benefit of the act of repeatedly squeezing a stress ball is that it releases tension and helps to relieve stress. When you tighten your grip around a stress ball, your hand and wrist muscles constrict. Then, as you release your hand by relaxing your muscles, your whole-body releases stress and tension.
2. A stress ball may help boost blood circulation. As you constrict and contract your finger and hand muscles, you improve the blood flow to your hands and wrists, which helps your muscles rid themselves of toxins, and improves function.
3. Stress can cause you to lose sleep. The use of the stress ball may help to promote sleep because it relaxes the body. When you get the right kind of sleep you need, you become more productive during the day.
4. A stress ball can contribute to your mental health. Regular use can help clear your mind, even if only for a little while. Your focus is directed towards the act of squeezing the ball. As you squeeze it, your mind can become relaxed and distracted from stressful activities.
Here’s a basic way to use a stress ball.
– Squeeze the stress ball in your left hand for 30 seconds.
– Pulse it for 30 seconds.
– Repeat with the right hand.
Meditate on scripture while squeezing the stress ball.
John 14:1 Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me.
Isaiah 41:10 Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
Get that stress ball out! Throw it across the room if you have to. Just don’t throw it at your boss. Give it a chance and see just how it might benefit you.
Check with your doctor first if you have health issues.
If you know Jesus Christ as your Savior, now is the time to get to know Him even better.
If you don’t know Him, accepting Him as your Savior will be one of the wisest decisions you will ever make.
The information that I have shared with you is intended for informational purposes only.
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