When I hear the phrase, 'What is hidden will be revealed,'
I think, 'Be sure your sins will find you out.'
And that is true.
But other things that are hidden will be revealed as well.
Solomon says it this way,
"God will bring every work into judgment,
including every secret thing,
whether good or evil."
Jesus said that there is nothing covered that will not be revealed,
and nothing hidden that will not be known.
He was speaking about the hypocrisy of the Pharisees.
He was saying that if we act differently in the light
than we do in the dark,
how we act in the dark will be revealed.
Whatever we speak in the dark
will be heard in the light.
What we have whispered in the ear
will be shouted from the housetop.
Jesus also said this.
'If you have a lamp, don't hide it under the bed
or under a basket.
Set it on top of a lamp stand.
For there is nothing hidden which will not be revealed,
and anything kept secret will be brought to light.'
I like this.
He is saying that we shouldn't hide our light.
He is saying that even our hidden light
will be revealed.
One time,
when Jesus wanted to get away from it all,
He entered a house
and wanted no one to know it.
But He could not be hidden.
His light came through the cracks in the house.
Through the windows.
Out the door.
His light shouted from the rooftops.
"I AM here! Light is in this house!"
And a desperate woman heard Light's cry.
Saw the Light.
And came and fell at His feet.
And when she went home a short time later,
Light had come into her daughter,
and there was no more night.
Holy, Holy God!
Thank you for leaving the Light of Heaven
to reveal Your Light on earth.
Thank you that You cannot be hidden.
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Eccl. 12:14; Luke 12:2; Mark 4:21,22; Mark 7:24
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Hertzler Doings~July 8-14, 2013
Mon.-Michael flew this morning and worked around the farm the rest of the day. Susan ran some errands in Farmville and took in a movie with SM. She visited with Judy between events. I went with Robin W. to Richmond. We shopped at Sam's Club, the mall, Kohl's, Famous Footwear, etc. Our big excitement was finding the devotional I wrote in the Mom's NIV devotional Bible at the Christian Bookstore in the mall. She encouraged me to buy the Bible and get my name engraved on the cover and it seemed like the right thing to do. I called Lindsay during lunch to tell her about it. She is the one who encouraged me to enter the contest. Also called Michael since he 'helped' me write it. Got home around 8:30. Had left our house at 10:30. Got to talk a lot, shop a lot, and hear the W's. adoption stories that made us both cry.
Tues.-Good day at home playing catch up with wash, cleaning, phone calls, cleaning up outside, etc. Evans T. came and took the back seat out of our car. Something messed up the upholstery. He may have it fixed by tomorrow. Michael flew again today and worked around the farm. He met the guys at work at Freeman and Alli's new 'house'. They are going to work on water proofing the foundation. Susan got her food ready for Girl's Retreat and cleaned her room and somewhat packed. She's been practicing basketball several times today. I just saw her swish a basket. I posted about my exciting moment yesterday on face book and so many dear friends wrote and encouraged. Nearly 90 likes.(100) Face book at its finest-rejoicing with those who rejoice. I also like when weeping is shared. Face book can be very good. Someday maybe, 100 years from now, someone will read this and say, 'Face book. What's face book?'
Wed.-Went out to Appomattox to work out a phone plan for Susan but Phil had to be there so it will have to wait. Bought some veggies at a produce stand and stopped in at Kroger for a few things. Since ordering from Vitacost we don't have to do nearly as much shopping in a store. Rained again. Washed clothes. I can't remember what else we did today.
Thurs.-Raining. Went out to Farmville to drop off car. Susan and I then visited Judy and Sammy Jo and went to Food Lion. Came home and made rice, bean/chicken/salsa mix, and acorn squash. Susan made a hot mixture with olive oil in which we tossed sweet potato fries. Baked them. She made chipotole homemade mayonnaise and we ate fries dipped in that sauce along with cucumbers while we watched Monk. So pleasant. She made several kinds of gluten free/sugar free protein bars. Delicious. I threw a roast in the crockpot too and took a nap. Jeff K was here digging a trench for the new pipeline and it rained so hard he came into the man cave and fell asleep. Phil and Susan went to the Guilds for the eve. to plan a chicken house (and play dominoes) and also stopped in at the cellular place. I went to a birthday party at El Patron for Robin W. Had such a great eve. Even 'did' my rap for them. I told Robin the rap was about her-real class. What a sweet friend she is. And Michael's Sarah is just like her sweet mama. Lindsay told me to eat mangoes this week. Which tells me a whole lot more. ;) I could hold their baby in my hand right now. It would fit into my palm.
Fri.-Got some corn and green beans from Helen. Grammy Doss was there. I always love seeing her. Had a nice chat with Bethany. Got a great hug from Micah. Janelle looks happy. Helen was picking more green beans in her garden. I don't know anyone who works so hard nor anyone who is so hospitable. Also went out to Farmville to get car from Bailey's. Stopped in at Judy's for hugs and talking before coming home. Sammy Jo wanted me to tickle her belly and I nearly put her to sleep. The little boy that Judy takes care of who always cried when he saw me, now smiles at me. That's a relief. Susan made an amazing lunch with black beans, cherry tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and rice, I think. Also broiled green beans with olive oil and spices. I ate a large tomato from our garden. She also made chocolate brownies using black beans. It's pretty good. Philip didn't care for it before or after we told him what was in it. Phil liked it. I ate 'clean' all day and feel so much better. We watched a movie tonight-The Story of Pi- I think it's called. Interesting. Lucy got a little rowdy at the end and it was hard to hear. Miss Pretty had at least 10 piglets this evening. They are so cute. Susan took pictures. Also, Mr. Evans brought back the back seat of our car-all reupholstered-for $73. Matched it perfectly. The guys were building a chicken house at Rich's all day. Michael left for somewhere. I can't imagine where. ;) Oh-I got a corner of a room cleaned up in the old house. Yay! Anything can happen in 15 min. a day.
Sat.-Washed, cleaned, went to Lynchburg with Phil to pick up some things for him to fix the water pipe. He went to Dennis-muscle therapist. Last week, in 15 min., this man fixed for Phil what has been hurting him for many years. Went again today and has one more session and will probably not need to go back. He broke up the scar tissue in his rotator cuff and Phil can move freely again. So thankful.
I got a call from DDF today. Her son was killed in a car accident this early morning. It is just not believable. God help us now.
Sun.-Great church service. Lunch at Sho-gun with PB. Played chicken foot dominoes with Phil in eve. It's addictive. Susan left for Girl's Retreat this morning. Lucy's mournful.
Tues.-Good day at home playing catch up with wash, cleaning, phone calls, cleaning up outside, etc. Evans T. came and took the back seat out of our car. Something messed up the upholstery. He may have it fixed by tomorrow. Michael flew again today and worked around the farm. He met the guys at work at Freeman and Alli's new 'house'. They are going to work on water proofing the foundation. Susan got her food ready for Girl's Retreat and cleaned her room and somewhat packed. She's been practicing basketball several times today. I just saw her swish a basket. I posted about my exciting moment yesterday on face book and so many dear friends wrote and encouraged. Nearly 90 likes.(100) Face book at its finest-rejoicing with those who rejoice. I also like when weeping is shared. Face book can be very good. Someday maybe, 100 years from now, someone will read this and say, 'Face book. What's face book?'
Wed.-Went out to Appomattox to work out a phone plan for Susan but Phil had to be there so it will have to wait. Bought some veggies at a produce stand and stopped in at Kroger for a few things. Since ordering from Vitacost we don't have to do nearly as much shopping in a store. Rained again. Washed clothes. I can't remember what else we did today.
Thurs.-Raining. Went out to Farmville to drop off car. Susan and I then visited Judy and Sammy Jo and went to Food Lion. Came home and made rice, bean/chicken/salsa mix, and acorn squash. Susan made a hot mixture with olive oil in which we tossed sweet potato fries. Baked them. She made chipotole homemade mayonnaise and we ate fries dipped in that sauce along with cucumbers while we watched Monk. So pleasant. She made several kinds of gluten free/sugar free protein bars. Delicious. I threw a roast in the crockpot too and took a nap. Jeff K was here digging a trench for the new pipeline and it rained so hard he came into the man cave and fell asleep. Phil and Susan went to the Guilds for the eve. to plan a chicken house (and play dominoes) and also stopped in at the cellular place. I went to a birthday party at El Patron for Robin W. Had such a great eve. Even 'did' my rap for them. I told Robin the rap was about her-real class. What a sweet friend she is. And Michael's Sarah is just like her sweet mama. Lindsay told me to eat mangoes this week. Which tells me a whole lot more. ;) I could hold their baby in my hand right now. It would fit into my palm.
Fri.-Got some corn and green beans from Helen. Grammy Doss was there. I always love seeing her. Had a nice chat with Bethany. Got a great hug from Micah. Janelle looks happy. Helen was picking more green beans in her garden. I don't know anyone who works so hard nor anyone who is so hospitable. Also went out to Farmville to get car from Bailey's. Stopped in at Judy's for hugs and talking before coming home. Sammy Jo wanted me to tickle her belly and I nearly put her to sleep. The little boy that Judy takes care of who always cried when he saw me, now smiles at me. That's a relief. Susan made an amazing lunch with black beans, cherry tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and rice, I think. Also broiled green beans with olive oil and spices. I ate a large tomato from our garden. She also made chocolate brownies using black beans. It's pretty good. Philip didn't care for it before or after we told him what was in it. Phil liked it. I ate 'clean' all day and feel so much better. We watched a movie tonight-The Story of Pi- I think it's called. Interesting. Lucy got a little rowdy at the end and it was hard to hear. Miss Pretty had at least 10 piglets this evening. They are so cute. Susan took pictures. Also, Mr. Evans brought back the back seat of our car-all reupholstered-for $73. Matched it perfectly. The guys were building a chicken house at Rich's all day. Michael left for somewhere. I can't imagine where. ;) Oh-I got a corner of a room cleaned up in the old house. Yay! Anything can happen in 15 min. a day.
Sat.-Washed, cleaned, went to Lynchburg with Phil to pick up some things for him to fix the water pipe. He went to Dennis-muscle therapist. Last week, in 15 min., this man fixed for Phil what has been hurting him for many years. Went again today and has one more session and will probably not need to go back. He broke up the scar tissue in his rotator cuff and Phil can move freely again. So thankful.
I got a call from DDF today. Her son was killed in a car accident this early morning. It is just not believable. God help us now.
Sun.-Great church service. Lunch at Sho-gun with PB. Played chicken foot dominoes with Phil in eve. It's addictive. Susan left for Girl's Retreat this morning. Lucy's mournful.
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Hertzler Doings-July 1-7, 2013
Mon.-Out to Farmville. First voice lesson. Exciting. Raining. 2 1/4 inches.
Tues.-Happy Birthday dear Freeman. 29 years old. Susan and I called him at lunch and sang to him. Heard Phil saying, "Oh no..." He remembered it last night but forgot it today. Decided to do all of my list before cracking open the computer and I had so much more time! Later went out to Rustburg with Teresa and Elisabeth to get blueberries from Yoder's Farm. They went to NJ to pick them up. We were the first ones there and they asked us what the prices were because their bookkeeper wasn't around. One of them asked me if I was related to Joe Hertzler. Yes, second cousins, I believe. Susan went to Bible Study at L's. Michael made supper-bear meat, sausage, bean, salsa, and rice mixture with tortillas. I froze nearly 40 pounds of beautiful blueberries. I have a bit of a headache and my lips feel numb. Must have been sprayed. Will thaw them in a little water and apple cider vinegar to get rid of any residual sprays.
Wed.-made marinated carrots and caramel popcorn for the July 4th parties we will be going to.
Thurs.-Spent a few hours with Dianna and Henry. Went to the Timma's and then to the Macs for evening parties. Susan and Michael went to the Warren's. Philip stayed home and then he and Michael had some friends over in the eve. It really was a vacation day.
Fri.-Micah spend the morning with me. We were down at the river for 1 1/2 hours and they were delightful minutes. Later, I made Freeman's chocolate cake and chili with corn bread baked on top. Philip did some farm work and then went to Southern States. Harvest met him there and came back here with him. They spent the afternoon in kayaks on the river and are spending the eve. out at ball. Susan went with them and they met Savannah there. Went to Cook Out afterwards. Late night.
Sat.-Dr. F. No vertigo! Cleaned the house. Michael, Sarah, Kayla, Travis, Corinne, Erik and April spent the eve here at the pond. Fishing, etc. Susan and Philip went to the Benson party.
Sun.-Good word at church. It's nice to have the family all together again. Boys went to Erik's to celebrate his birthday. Susan, Phil, and I watched Jane Eyre. Freeman and Alli came over and started smoking the ribs. Had a late supper of ribs, potato salad, veggies, and amazing chocolate cake. It's almost 8:30 and Sarah, Michael, Susan, and Philip, are playing Apples to Apples-Jr. It's fun to watch them threaten each other and argue with each other. Lucy is playing happily with her toys. She smells like skunk.
Tues.-Happy Birthday dear Freeman. 29 years old. Susan and I called him at lunch and sang to him. Heard Phil saying, "Oh no..." He remembered it last night but forgot it today. Decided to do all of my list before cracking open the computer and I had so much more time! Later went out to Rustburg with Teresa and Elisabeth to get blueberries from Yoder's Farm. They went to NJ to pick them up. We were the first ones there and they asked us what the prices were because their bookkeeper wasn't around. One of them asked me if I was related to Joe Hertzler. Yes, second cousins, I believe. Susan went to Bible Study at L's. Michael made supper-bear meat, sausage, bean, salsa, and rice mixture with tortillas. I froze nearly 40 pounds of beautiful blueberries. I have a bit of a headache and my lips feel numb. Must have been sprayed. Will thaw them in a little water and apple cider vinegar to get rid of any residual sprays.
Wed.-made marinated carrots and caramel popcorn for the July 4th parties we will be going to.
Thurs.-Spent a few hours with Dianna and Henry. Went to the Timma's and then to the Macs for evening parties. Susan and Michael went to the Warren's. Philip stayed home and then he and Michael had some friends over in the eve. It really was a vacation day.
Fri.-Micah spend the morning with me. We were down at the river for 1 1/2 hours and they were delightful minutes. Later, I made Freeman's chocolate cake and chili with corn bread baked on top. Philip did some farm work and then went to Southern States. Harvest met him there and came back here with him. They spent the afternoon in kayaks on the river and are spending the eve. out at ball. Susan went with them and they met Savannah there. Went to Cook Out afterwards. Late night.
Sat.-Dr. F. No vertigo! Cleaned the house. Michael, Sarah, Kayla, Travis, Corinne, Erik and April spent the eve here at the pond. Fishing, etc. Susan and Philip went to the Benson party.
Sun.-Good word at church. It's nice to have the family all together again. Boys went to Erik's to celebrate his birthday. Susan, Phil, and I watched Jane Eyre. Freeman and Alli came over and started smoking the ribs. Had a late supper of ribs, potato salad, veggies, and amazing chocolate cake. It's almost 8:30 and Sarah, Michael, Susan, and Philip, are playing Apples to Apples-Jr. It's fun to watch them threaten each other and argue with each other. Lucy is playing happily with her toys. She smells like skunk.
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