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Saturday, November 28, 2020

Scripture Series: Magnify Him with Thanksgiving Card---There's Still Time to Join our Inspirational/Anything Goes Challenge at Word Art Wednesday!

 Hi there, friends!  It's time for another bi-weekly Challenge at Word Art Wednesday (WAW)This time, we are using a Scripture Word Art that comes from Psalm 69:30 which tells us, "I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving."

We just celebrated Thanksgiving Day here in the United States.  In spite of everything we were asked to put up with this year by our local officials and the non-stop noise of the Fake News Media and demonic agenda of our enemies from within to place us in the state of panic, fear and government dependence to ultimately destroy and overtake this nation, many of us still understands the sovereign rule of Almighty God who has control over-all.  For if it's up to the devil, we have long been gone and every soul doomed with him.  But the God Who created everything and knows the beginning from end spoiled his plan when He sent His One and Only Son---JESUS CHRIST to this world and redeemed all of mankind.  That whosoever receives His finished work at the Cross through repentance from his old ways and accept Jesus as his Lord and Savior no longer live in bondage with the enemy. Instead he lives in the freedom that his faith in Jesus Christ has provided for him. So yes, no matter what is happening in this world that is directly or indirectly affecting us, we have a lot to thank God for---the blessings of protection, provision and ultimately salvation that He provided us.  Our faith (believe, trust, adherence, dependence) in the Lord Jesus Christ and His Word makes a lot of difference on how we walk and live each day.

Sadly, many people in this world believe that it's okay to believe in anything just as long as it would not physically hurt them.  Before I came to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ (Born-again, John 3:3), I was  one of them.  If things sounds good or believable and shared by family and friends, it's fine. I live by the saying, "There's  no harm in believing." But after I gave my life to the Lordship of Jesus Christ, I now totally disagree.  For what you choose to agree and give your faith into, you're giving it consent to move and influence your life.  One example of that is if somebody tells you you're going to die if you don't hide in your house, wear a mask and avoid seeing your friends and family to protect yourself.  That you have to refrain from going to Church and open your mouth to sing praises to the Lord for you may spread or catch the virus.  But you can go shopping for food, alcohol or go into Casinos and the crown virus will leave you be as long as you don't go near other people.  If you  put your thinking brains on, something is not adding up. Another example is getting into a restaurant with a mask and once you are seated, you may remove the mask as the virus is going to grant you privacy while eating since the tables and chairs are disinfected.  You don't have to be a rocket scientist to conclude that these are pretty ridiculous.  You see, one thing is true since the Fall of Man--- everyone will leave this earthly suit and God, Our Creator, is the Only One who knows the exact day and time for each man.  I'm not saying that the threat is not real but allowing something to totally control your life and rob you of your freedom is also an evidence of your lack of faith in God who created you with a purpose.  God is able to heal, protect and provide for ALL your needs. You can find all of God's promises in His Word. He told us never to fear (fear not) 365 times throughout His Word.  Come to think of it, good for everyday of the year.  It's not true that there's no harm done when you simply believe.  Doctrines, teachings, writings and even customs and traditions contrary to the Word of God can influence your eternal destination---forever in God's presence or eternal damnation with Satan.  It's extremely important to saturate ourselves with the Word of God where the promises of God dwells.  It has the power to heal and deliver us from all the wiles of the enemy.  Release God's Word in faith and believe it shall come to pass even when all we see in the natural is the opposite.  Our faith is not in what we feel, see or think.  It is anchored in the fulfillment of God's promises in His Word.  As it is written in Romans 3:4, "Let GOD be TRUE and every man a liar." 

For this Card, I used an image from Clearsnap that I stamped with a Ranger Sepia Ink  and layered in this card.  The sun die-cut is from Heidi Grace and the train border punch is from Martha Stewart.  The sentiment inside the card is a border stamp from Stampabilities.  I finished this card with some stitching for added dimension.


MAGNIFY HIM WITH THANKSGIVING CARD 


MAGNIFY HIM WITH THANKSGIVING CARD LAYERS
 

MAGNIFY HIM WITH THANKSGIVING CARD INSIDE
 

MAGNIFY HIM WITH THANKSGIVING CARD WITH ENVELOPE

 

This Card is entered into the following Challenges:

Crafty Catz---ATG/Baby It's Cold Outside 
Just Add Ink---"Just Add "S" (Sun, Stamp, Scripture, Sentiment)
Aud Sentiments---ATG with Sentiments
Krafty Chicks---Occasions (Thanksgiving)
Lavinia---ATG (Using Rubber of Clear Stamps)
Fab n Funky---Thank You/Thanksgiving
Mod Squad---Thanksgiving
Paper Funday---ATG/Give Thanks/Thankful/Grateful
TTCRD---ATG
Unicorn---ATG
Path of Positivity---Gratitude
Paper Girls---Thankful/Grateful
 
 
Make sure you join us at WAW Challenge.  You can use the free Word Art in your creation and link it to our Challenge but is not a requirement.  As long as it's family-friendly, uplifting and inspirational, you can submit up to 5 entries per week.  Our wonderful sponsor for this week Sugar Pea Designs ($25 GC). So excited to see what you come up with.  Anyway, cheer up and let the joy of the Lord overtake you today.  He truly loves and cares for you. 


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15 comments:

  1. Lovely card, well done! Thanks for joining us at Unicorn Challenge.

    groetjes, Ellen

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  2. What a wonderful card! It goes perfectly with our theme for this month “Anything Goes”. I love your coloring too. Thanks for joining us at Pattie’s Creations Design Challenge.
    Pattie
    Artist & Owner

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  3. Lovely card and beautiful sentiment! Thanks for inspiring us at Pammie's Inky Pinkies this round and best of luck in the draw! Donna, DT

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  4. Hi Jo Ann, I'm back with a different DT hat on and your card is truly lovely. So inspirational and would be perfect for any occasion. Thanks for sharing at The Paper Funday Challenges this round and best of luck in the draw! Donna, DT

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  5. Such a lovely Bright card! nice work! ... Thanks for sharing with week 24 Gem of a challenge this week, hugs Nelly dt x

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  6. Such an uplifting, card and sentiment.
    Thank you for entering our Anything Goes Challenge at Through The Craft Room Door this week. Looking forward to see you again next challenge.
    Hugs
    Sheryl xx
    TTCRD DT
    Cat Crazy Craft Corner{My Blog}

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  7. Love it! Thank you for participating in the Lavinia World challenge blog!

    https://laviniaworldchallenges.blogspot.com/

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  8. This is such an adorable card! Love that big old sun....so cute! Thanks for sharing at LW challenge!

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  9. Cute card. Fun images and so glad you shared over at Aud Sentiments, Crafty Catz, Crafty Gals Corner, Crafty Sentiments.

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  10. Great card! I love the little city boarder and that bold sun. Together they make such a happy feeling.Thank you so much for playing along with us at CRAFTY CATZ this week, hope to see you back for another challenge soon. Best of luck with your entry. Nick

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  11. Beautiful bright colours very pretty !

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  12. Great card.

    Thank you for joining us at Digi Choosday Crafting Challenge.

    Happy Crafting
    DT Sam - craftychickcards.blogspot.com

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  13. What a wonderful and thoughtful card. Thank you for joining us over at Crafty Gals Corner Challenge. Best of luck and hope to see you again soon. DT~Jana Forrest

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  14. This is so fun!! I love your giant, happy sunshine!! Thanks for playing with The House That Stamps Built.

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