"A Place For Mom"

A man stopped at a flower shop to order some flowers to be wired to his mother who lived two hundred miles away. As he got out of his car he noticed a young girl sitting on the curb sobbing. He asked her what was wrong and she replied, “I wanted to buy a red rose for my mother, but I only have seventy-five cents, and a rose costs two dollars.” The man smiled and said, “Come on in with me. I’ll buy you a rose. He bought the little girl her rose and ordered his own mom’s flowers. As they were leaving he offered the girl a ride home. She said, “ Yes, please! You can take me to my mother.” She directed him to a cemetery, where she placed the rose on a freshly dug grave. The man returned to the flower shop, canceled the wire order, picked up a bouquet and drove the two hundred miles to his mothers house.

This is just one of the several things I heard today, Mother’s Day, that brought tears to my eyes. Our young pastor, in his prayer to God, was sure to let Him know that all of the wonderful things He had given a mother to raise her children by, was greatly appreciated by her children. For a few minutes I felt like a queen who had just been crowned. I believe every mother there felt the same way. Each mother as she entered the sanctuary was given a long stem chrysanthemum. Several bouquets were presented to mothers for children driving the farthest to see her, the mother with the oldest child, the mother with the youngest child, and several other honorable mentions. How good it feels to be a mother who is loved by her children, but I could not keep from thinking about all the little children who never had the love of a mother. For various reasons this is the case many times. Then I think of the little children who loved their mother even when she was taking their life. One little seven year old boy in particular, who watched his mother drown his four younger brothers and sisters in the bathtub. He tried desperately to escape, but all doors were locked with a key. When it was his turn to die he pleaded, “mother please forgive me. What have I done?” I would especially ask that all loving mothers remember to pray for the unloved children who love their mothers as much as yours love you.

Blessings to all mothers’

Myrtle Jean Sharp

"One Human Step is Like a Million Miles With God"

Tonight I called God to come and visit with me. He made one step and was here. That is how big God’s feet are. If you think God is too far away to invite Him to your home, just call Him and find out. When people quit putting limits on God’s ability to do anything they ask, then they shall have whatsoever they ask in Jesus’ name.

I knew God was with me within moments after I asked him to come. I told Him about my worries and how low I was feeling. He didn’t scold me for feeling sorry for myself, or tell me about all of His troubles. He just lifted me up and said, “ whenever you fall again, just give me a call.” How great and how wonderful it is to have God on my side. Oh! How I long so much to see many of my friends and loved ones come to the knowledge and understanding of how big God’s feet are, and how much He wants to come and visit them. The human imagination is just not clever enough to believe God’s word. There is a quote made by an unknown person that states, “The simple believe everything, but the clever consider their steps.” What does that mean to you? To me it means, I am simple enough to believe every word in the bible, while clever enough to ask God to explain it to me. I am dedicated enough to Him to accept His instructions no matter what they may be.

Family and friends are wonderful lean-posts, but God’s beam-post is the one and only that will not give in. It stands through out the ages for support to the weak eaglets we are. I think the famed Italian journalist, Italo Calvino, explains it correctly with his quote. “The unconscious is the ocean of the unsayable, of what has been expelled from the land of language, removed as a result of ancient prohibitions.” Do we really have to explain our problems to God? Certainly not. God already knows about our concerns, but we do have to ask him for help when we feel like we have forgotten the first letter of the alphabet.

I cannot close this comment without giving you a comment from Jesus. Luke 6: 35

“But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and to the evil.”

God bless

Myrtle Jean Sharp

"God Bless Our Patio"

Today marked the completion of two weeks hard work remodeling our screened-in patio. My husband and I did all the work except for a few holes that had to be drilled into the cement. When I asked our wonderful neighbor, Doug, why we couldn’t get the bit to drill into the cement, he just said, “ because you are not using a hammer drill.” He quickly got out his big hammer drill and within minutes the screws were in the concrete. My 85 year old husband, Charles, and myself, 79, did all the rest, but not without nearly killing each other. It seemed as though his way of patching and repairing didn’t agree with my way of doing it. He was sure he knew and I was sure I knew. Like two kids neither wanted to give in to the other. Remember this was a patch up and piece together all kinds of different gadgets to put the large screened patio back together and in place, after 20 years of Panhandle wild blowing winds. My good neighbor walked up on us just about the time I was fixing to lower the boom on Charles. I said, “excuse me Dough, I’m sure glad I saw you in time. I’m sure you have never heard me yell at Charles.” Since there is just a 6’ fence between his yard and ours, he sheepishly grinned at me and answered, “huh, aye oh no.” I have to admit we both used strong words against each other, but every word had, “with all my love written on it.” This was the best scream match we have ever had. We loved every minute of fixing this patio. I only fell off the ladder once, and Charles really screamed then. I had to yell at him before he would let me go back up. Of course he was bared from the ladder. All of the wood has been painted white and there was a lot of trim since the whole patio is screened in. Even the cement floor has a new coat of grey paint. We will be painting the patio furniture tomorrow and I will be putting some pictures on my face book wall.

With a roof overhead, fly and mosquito proof screened walls, and a large charcoal grill setting by, we hope to feed many friends and family at our newly remodeled steakhouse. Come any time one and all. Not only will we feed you meat from the feet, but meat from the word of God.

God bless

Myrtle

“A Prayer For Happiness”

In our church services this morning our pastor included in his prayer a plea to God that I have recently been trying to explain in my own words. The plea was this. “God help us to live a happy life and not be ashamed about our past sins.” I have always believed that God forgives all sins when people sincerely repent, but no matter how hard we may try to live the perfect life, the scares of our sins remain. No one who has truly repented and is trying to live an exemplary life can keep a regrettable past hidden. Some may believe that all sin is equal. I have to disagree with that. I would rather face a judge with a misdeanure charge than a felony charge. I would rather be a person of lawful sin than one of unlawful sin. In my way of thinking there are many terrible things that one can do without breaking the law of the land, but those terrible things breaks God’s law. God also judges from the degree of sin. Anyone who has had a shameful past will always be tormented by it in some way. That is why I plead with younger people especially, not to indulge in making tattoos on their bodies or having sex before marriage. Both can cause one to regret and be ashamed for life. Just because this is the year of 2012 is no sign that God has changed. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. These two sins along with several others can put scars on people that will follow them to the grave. That is why myself and pastor Dan ask God to help us live a happy life and not be ashamed of our past. I am not or have never been a seeker of popularity. My messages have caused me to be very unpopular, but I am determined to get God’s word out to those who honesty don’t know right from wrong. I do have scars of sin in my life, but I thank God that they are covered by Jesus’ blood. I thank God also that I was taught at a young age the principles of good morals.

God bless

Myrtle Jean Sharp

"You Tube Next Best To Being There"

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I was honored to be invited to a Kay and Britt Rice lecture featuring James Carville and Mary Matalin on February 24, 2012. The event was held at the Annenberg Presidential Conference Center at the George Bush Presidential Library Center. The program was sponsored by the George Bush Presidential Library Foundation. I was not able to attend this special event, but I did watch it on You Tube. I was impressed when James Carville and wife, Mary Matalin entered the stage. They both presented a personal savvy that was untouchable. I had seen this couple on TV many times, but not to compare with this explicit style. They both pleased my happy spot and I am still energized by their rare courage. Mary is a republican strategist and political commentator and James is a democratic strategist and political commentator. This couple have been married for several years, and I suppose have never had a disagreement. Is there a lesson to be learned by most of us? “Love covers a multitude of political differences.” If James can just keep both of his legs from going to sleep and if Mary can keep her behind bouncing there is no telling what this couple can accomplish.

Hats off to Mary Matalin and James Carville.

Myrtle Jean Sharp

"Never Enter a Race Without Certainty of Winning"

A bold statement to make, but certainly a requirement. Winning is achieved by never giving into despair. If a contest is open to any who may wish to enter, and if seemingly you have no qualifications, except a burning desire to defeat the challenger, “go giant go.” If you are headstrong, obstinate and dangerously self-opinionated, you are qualified. If your reason for winning is worth fighting for, go with a mind-set to win. A courageous attitude with gather a lot of fuel needed to win a race.

I am writing this article with a past experience of my own in winning a race. It was not one that I want to boast about, but I can truly say I made the valiant effort to lead a group of people to the victory line. I had a good reason for winning and was chosen to take a leading part. I felt confident before I accepted the challenge. Not everyone felt that way about me, but I was the one to decide if I was capable or not. The choice is mine and yours. Do we want to make a difference in this world? There is always something we can do to fulfill that desire. The most important thing is perseverance. If we set a goal for ourselves it’s a lot easier to accomplish our mission. We will stay focused on the right picture we want to paint. A picture perfect of our minds faithful expressions.

I challenge you today to pick a mission you want to travel on. Keep in mind rewards come with , “mission accomplished.” While you are helping someone else to achieve, you are receiving an honorary award. Every good person deserves a good taste of flattery once and awhile, so be ready to accept with gratefulness.

Respectfully

Myrtle Jean Sharp

"Easter At First Christian Church Perryton Texas"

Today a beautiful Easter Service at The First Christian Church, Perryton, Texas was presented. A large cart of multiple colored, live flowers was overflowing waiting to be passed out to every one attending the Special Easter Service. Every person would take their flowers to the front of the church and place them in a wire cross which represented  the death and resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Even the little children were taking the time to place their flower in the right place they had chosen. The music was emotional as long lines of people waited to place their flowers in the cross. When all had finished with the offering of lovely flowers, the cross was lifted to the stage and remained through out the service. Rev. Dan Anderson concluded the service with a message that seemed to touch everyone in a personal way. The church was filled to capacity.Every person was wearing a glittering smile. Even a little eight month old baby boy was wanting to give everybody a, "high-five." How precious it was to be in the Easter Service this morning. My thoughts wondered about how much longer will we be privileged to enjoy such wonderful, uplifting services. I do beleive the hand of evil is at work today trying to take our most holy God and Savior away from us. My advice to all is, stand firm against every foe that tries to take away your faith in Jesus Christ. He lived, died and was resurrected for our sins, and that is the truth now and forever. Let us praise Him daily for His great love.
God bless
 Jean Sharp