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Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Scripture Series: Before the Eyes of the Lord Card---Another Bi-Weekly Challenge Happening at Word Art Wednesday!

Hi there, everyone!  Here to share the card I made for our Challenge at Word Art Wednesday (WAW) featuring the Scripture Word Art (you can download for free at the WAW site) found in Proverbs 5:21 which says, "For the ways of man are before the eyes of the Lord, and he pondereth all his goings."
 
The context of the entire chapter of  Proverbs 5  deals with the importance of marriage and the madness of defiling that covenant we made not only with our spouse but with God. Studylight.org provided a good explanation to this chapter including our highlighted scripture in Proverbs 5:21.  It says,  "Strong warning is given to beware of the prostitute and the temptations she offers. (The frequency of this warning in Proverbs indicates that prostitution must have been a widespread social evil at the time.) The pleasure that the prostitute brings is shortlived, but the bitterness that follows is lasting. It leads eventually to death (5:1-6). A man must flee the temptations offered by such immoral company, otherwise he may finish a physical and moral ruin. Moreover, he could find that he loses his possessions to those who have mercilessly deceived him (7-10). In addition to being disgraced by his own conduct, he will be overcome by despair as he thinks back on his stupidity in refusing to heed advice (11-14). The married man should be faithful to his wife and seek his sexual pleasures in her alone. He should seek no pleasures from the immoral women who move around the streets and market places trying to seduce people (15-20). Married or single, a man must bear in mind that God sees everything. He must remember also that if he lacks self-discipline he will fall to temptation and eventually bring suffering upon himself (21-23)."
 
Ephesians 5:22-33  showed us how God patterned the relationship between a husband and a wife to the relationship between Jesus and the Church. As the Body of Christ focuses  on Jesus alone, the relationship between husband and wife should be one of love, trust, respect and commitment.  We are not to think or do anything that would defile the sanctity of that union as it is sacred unto the Lord. Likewise in my personal relationship with the Lord Jesus, I have given myself to Him as my Father, my Lord and my Savior.  I'm committed to serve Him and Him alone. His Word is true and His faithfulness to His creation is immeasurable.  From the beginning, God provided us with every good thing but mankind betrayed Him by taking the side of the enemy and inherited  Satan's Sin (rebellious, depraved) nature.  But even in our wicked condition, He chose to save us by sending His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, to pay the ransom for our freedom with His blood. Romans 5:6-8 clearly tells us, "You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." But the sad thing is that many have chosen/will choose to reject this gift of salvation.  They come up with senseless excuses all the while trying to hide the truth that they love the things of this world---depravity and all!  Gone were the days when people are actually ashamed of their sins. Not only are they proud of their sinful lifestyle choices nowadays but they encourage and empower the weak, the gullible, the young and the confused of our society (including the children)  to partake and support their demonic confusion/delusion. In exchange for worldly wealth, fame and power, they sell their souls to Satanic cults/groups to lie, steal, kill and destroy not only themselves but others as representatives of Satan to the world.  They conspire with each other to hold everyone hostage to their globalists plan by calling God's Truth false and their lies as truth using education, mainstream/social media, entertainment, dirty/ungodly politicians as their representatives while censoring and eliminating  facts that destroys their demonic agenda.  

All of these things were already revealed to us in the Scriptures so that we, the Body of Christ (Born-Again, John 3:3), would be wise in discerning the times so as not to fall for their deception.  The ungodly thinks that they can hide their evil plots from the Lord and mock God's omniscience, omnipresence and omnipotence.  They are fools!  For everyone that rejected God's Only Way of salvation will suffer the wrath of God's justice for motives and actions done in this world---out in the open or in utter secrecy. They are society's modern day prostitutes that's trying to destroy the family unit.  God reserved a horrendous place of eternal torment for them with their father, Satan.  But while they're still on earth, make sure you don't drink of their poison. You can only do so by saturating yourself with the Word of God, pray without ceasing and be sensitive to the guiding presence of the Holy Spirit.  In thought and in deed, stay true to the calling made possible by our New Covenant in Christ Jesus!
 
For this Card, I used a rose cutting die from Momenta and a DP from My Mind's Eye.  I found a great design on the paper I chose that would compliment my die-cut and where I could print the Scripture Word Art.  It turned out great and I was happy with the lay-out. I chose to keep it simple but adding the brads and the fancy stitching elevated the vintage feel to this project.  I'm truly satisfied with the result.

 
BEFORE THE EYES OF THE LORD CARD 


BEFORE THE EYES OF THE LORD CARD CLOSE-UP


BEFORE THE EYES OF THE LORD CARD INSIDE
 

BEFORE THE EYES OF THE LORD CARD WITH ENVELOPE

This Card is entered into the following Challenges:

Crafty Gals Corner---Hello Fall
TTCRD---ATG
PIP---ATG
Stamps & Fun---Color of Fun
Clever Dexter---Hello Autumn
Country View Crafts---Autumnal Colors
Craftyhazelnut's---Patterned Paper
Die Cut Divas---ATG with Die-cuts
CCC---Autumn
Daisy Chain---Autumn
HLS---ATG with Dies
Let's Craft and Create---ATG/Things with Wings
MIUCB---ATG/Paper Piecing
Papercraft Challenges---Sentiment as Focus
Dreaming of Scrap---ATG with Autumn
Sparkles---Autumn Colors
Crafting Challenge---Autumn Colors
Four Seasons---ATG Fall
YSP---ATG
 

Time for me to go!  Please make sure to visit us at WAW and link up the projects you make out of our free Word Art although not mandatory.  You can link up any inspiring, uplifting, family-friendly projects, up to 5.  Our wonderful sponsor this week is Studio Katia ($30 GC). So, head over to WAW and show us your wonderful projects.  Enjoy your week.  Always remember to trust in God alone and the power of His Word. Stay faithful as He is faithful!

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34 comments:

  1. Yes, man's depravity is stunning at times.
    Loving your beautiful card JoAnn - this is exquisite
    Stay safe
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  2. What a wonderful card. I like the little details. Thanks for joining us at S+F=C.

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  3. A very pretty card! Thanks so much for joining in with us at Country View Crafts and have a happy week, Sue xx

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  4. Very pretty card! Thanks for playing at Through The Craftroom

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  5. Very pretty card! Thank you for joining our challenge at Four Seasons!
    Diane FS DT {Nellies Nest}

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  6. This is gorgeous and I love all the details! Thanks for playing along with us at Four Seasons!

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  7. Just BEAUTIFUL JoAnn! Thanks so much for joining in the fun at our Four Seasons Challenge! Good Luck and we hope you’ll come back again soon.

    Darlene
    FOUR SEASONS CHALLENGE
    DAR’S CRAFTY CREATIONS
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  8. Lovely card, the fire cut and paper go together perfectly!

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  9. This is just so beautiful. Nice work. Thank you for sharing with us over here at World Wide Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.

    Annette DT / Admin / Registered Owner for https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

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  10. WOW, such a great design and colors - very calming. Just lovely. So glad you joined the challenge at World Wide Open Design Team Challenge. Arlene, Guest Designer: https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

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  11. What a stunning card, I love that rose die cut and the beautiful papers you used! Thanks so much for joining us at Sparkles Monthly.
    Tammy x

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  12. What a beautiful card! I really love the die cut here. Great job on this card! Thank you for playing with us at the HLS Die Challenge and hope you can join in again soon.
    Debbie
    Secrets To Stamping
    Join my Creative Creases Challenge for fun folds!

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  13. Such a pretty card! Thank you so much for your contribution to my challenge “autumnal colours/Halloween” over at Country View Challenges! Corrie x

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  14. This is gorgeous Jo Ann. Thank you so much for sharing your lovely creation with us at Sparkles Monthly Challenges.
    Hugs
    Cathy DT Member
    xxxxx

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  15. Me again ... Thanks so much for playing in our challenge at Mix It Up!
    Darlene
    Mix It Up
    DAR’S CRAFTY CREATIONS
    Please stop by for a visit.

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  16. Beautiful card! I love the extra step you took with the stitching. Thanks so much for playing along with us at the HLS die challenge this month!

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  17. Back again, and again, just so beautiful. Lovely work and design. Thank you for sharing with us over at Morgan's ArtWorld. We hope to see you again.
    ~ Annette CT -

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  18. Beautiful card and wonderful colors, elements. Thanks for joining in at The Inspiration Station and Best of Luck in the Draw! Donna

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  19. A beautiful Card, Thanks for sharing it with us at the Morgan's Artwold Challenge Blog.
    Hugs Ilonka DT

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  20. Cute card. Thank you for sharing with us over at Morgan's ArtWorld. Love to see you join in each month.
    ~ Danka CT -

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  21. Beautiful card. The style, colors and design are perfect. So glad you joined us at Die Cut Divas, https://die-cut-divas.blogspot.com/

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  22. what a gorgeous card, sharing a beautiful truth!

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  23. Beautiful project Jo Ann. Thank you for sharing with us over here at LeAnn’s World 101 and best of luck with your entry.
    Wendy DT Member for https://challengeleannsworld101.blogspot.com/

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  24. What a gorgeous card Jo Ann! Thank you for sharing with us over at Morgan's Artworld. We hope to see you again.
    ~ Gale DT

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  25. This is so beautiful. The perfect patterned paper and die cut to go with your sentiment. Thanks for sharing at Pearly Sparkles♥

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  26. Great card, well done! Thanks for joining us at Daisy Chain Challenges.

    groetjes, Ellen

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  28. Just stunning! Thanks for joining us at Morgan's Artworld. Pam, DT

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  29. Thanks for joining us over at the Clever Dexter Challenge Blog. We think your cleverly concocted creation is awesome. All the best!
    --- DT - Gina Ang ---
    Clever Dexter Challenge #22 - Hello Autumn

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  30. lovely card!Thanks for joining us at papercraft-challenges.

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  31. Beautiful card!
    Thank you one more time for joining in with our October challenge at Country View Crafts.
    Have a wonderful weekend!
    Evelyn xx

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  32. Super:)Thanks for playing with us at Let's Craft and Create :)Ines DT
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  33. Beautiful!
    Thank you for joining us over at Clever Dexter blog for our October 2021 challenge.
    Roberta DT Clever Dexter

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