Welcome to GraceLaced Mondays, a link up dedicated to sharing any and all blog posts by like-minded lovers of grace–God’s grace! Grace is found in the everyday when you are intentional about taking note of it…and I invite you to share your story, great or small, of how everyday moments are full of Grace.
It is found in the sink full of dishes awaiting you after a family meal, it shines in the faces of your imperfect children, it soothes from the pages of God’s Word, and it is tucked into the enjoyment of a fresh batch of cookies. Grace is in a beautiful moment and a heartbreaking one alike. Grace is blessing beyond what you and I deserve.
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I was touched to read from Treat Me To A Feast last week, about her mother’s gratitude in caring for her grandmother:
Mommy has given her home, time and energy over to caring for her ailing mother. She could find other ways to manage this task, there are sufficient resources, sufficient insurance. However, she takes seriously the notion of honoring her mother. She is grateful to have a living parent at her age; grateful to have the capacity and the resources to provide extraordinary care to her in her home. She has unlocked the fullness of life. She, despite her own health and other challenges, daily exhibits grace and gratitude.Matthew Henry’s commentary on the 119th Psalm tells us in part, “there is no situation on earth in which a believer has not cause to be thankful.” Simple. Gratitude is more than just a choice. It is an obligation. I’ve taken on surrender, and it’s working, but it’s not enough. I need to be immersed in gratitude.
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I’m so glad I found you and this precious link up. My heart for grace goes deep and wide. My first “real” blog was Extravagant Grace…and that theme has not left my life…even though I am now online in a different space. Thanks for hosting this linking up and for the poignant words you share in this place.
It is so good to “meet” you, Lisa. I look forward to visiting your blog. Thank you so much for linking up and for the encouragement this day…I’m blessed!
Ruth,
I am so very honored that you featured my post about mom. I write about her often. She is such an inspiration to me, faith in action in real time. I am constantly encouraged by her energy, her grace, and her deep commitment to the Lord. I’m grateful for the opportunity to link up, and encouraged by so much I read here.
God’s peace and good to you.
Thanks for being a part of this link-up community, Chelle! It’s great to have you.
I am starting to count the days…
Looking forward to IRL time with you…
Love,
K
P.S.sharing on FB
Hi Ruth,
I came across your Grace Laced Mondays link up some time ago and have been following ever since.
My blog is where I share recipes and adventures in a gluten free kitchen. Rarely do I post personal details about myself or my family but when my son became seriously ill recently, I felt the urge to tell his story. I’ve linked up that story to share with you and your followers.
Thanks to the grace of god, my son is almost fully recovered from his recent illness.
Blessings
Laureen
Thanks so much for linking up, Laureen. It’s good to meet you, and to hear your story. Praise God for your son’s recovery!