Walking with God

I usually buy Easter eggs to share with my flatmate, but as she can't have chocolates at the moment, I haven't bought any this year. Today, she gave me these Easter eggs. What a wonderful surprise! Thank you, God, for the Easter eggs. ❤️

One of my favourite films is "The Truman Show", which I've watched numerous times. Truman doesnt know that he was born and has been living in a reality TV show his entire life. All his loved ones and colleagues are actors, and the strangers he meets occasionally are extras. Every day of his life has been created, scripted and directed by Christof.* (See note below).  When Truman eventually realises that he's in a TV show, he is given the choice whether he wants to remain in the show or go out into the big bad world. Truman chooses to exit the show. I believe when I gave my life to Jesus Christ and accepted Him as my Lord and Saviour, I chose to live in a Reality TV show where  the Living God is the writer, producer, director, casting director, actors and extras. Here are some examples of God at work. I had been thinking of several colleagues I have worked with at museums and galleries and wondering how they are, as I haven't seen them for a while.  I was booked to...

I believe like all technology, AI is a tool that I can use to express and share the love of God. I asked a gpt app to create an image of me being loved by the Lord. (I provided a photo).  This was what came out. (See photo below) I love it.  Jesus loves me. ❤️ ----- Relevant Bible verses: "He who does not love does not know God, for God is love." 1 John 4: 8 "We love Him because He first loved us." I John 4:19

I had planned to hang out with a friend on Christmas Eve, but I woke up with a sore throat so I decided to cancel. The sore throat rapidly developed into a cough and cold. I spent most of Christmas Day in bed. I didn't even have the desire to open my Christmas presents. As my flatmate hasn't been feeling well either, she was also lying low. She decided to make us Christmas dinner on Boxing Day and invite our neighbour.  I didn't join them, I had mine in my bedroom. While all the drama was going on externally, I was secretly reminding myself that on the cross, Jesus took on all sickness of all humanity and gave us His healing. This means I was and am already healed. Why is my body resisting that truth? Last night, while I was having a coughing fit, I reminded myself of a few Bible verses I have memorised. I was inspired to thank God. The Bible teaches that in everything give thanks. I believe when you're thanking God you are magnifying His presence in your experience.  W...

At this museum I was working at, I noticed this cute toddler walking ahead of his  mum, exploring that gallery. I said to his mum, "I wonder what's going on in his head?" "I have no idea," she said. "I'm sure it's really nice being in there." I loved that thought. I can imagine the baby's head is full of love and joy.  It got me thinking about what it's like in God's head. I believe in God's head, there is infinite love as He is love. Therefore, when God thinks about me, which He always is, He is thinking of me with love.  In the Bible, I can see how much God loves me and how He expressed His love by sending His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, to die for me so I can have everlasting life with Him. (John 3: 16) Because of Jesus's sacrifice on the cross, God is constantly thinking: - how much He loves me;  - how to show His love for me; - how to express His love in and through me; - how to bless me;   - how beautiful and perf...

While I was thinking of what to get my friend for her birthday, I went into this store. I found the perfect card for her, which I knew she would find funny.  I decided to also get her a chocolate cake. As I was going through the confectionery section, I decided to get a box of chocolates for my flatmate. I had the idea to get her a box of Marzipans for a change. At another store, I decided to buy my birthday friend a bottle of wine as I know she likes wine.  However, as I'm not a wine connoisseur,  I was overwhelmed by their selection. I asked a member of staff, who was their resident wine expert, for ideas. I said I was looking for something sweet. She asked if I liked Rosé wine and I said yes, but I didn't know which one to get. She picked a bottle of Rosé and handed it to me. I thanked her for her help. Later when I gave my flatmate the box of Marzipans, she was overjoyed and said she loved Marzipans. I told her I wasn't aware she liked them as I usually buy her cho...

At work I had on thermals, a long sleeve shirt, my uniform, trousers, socks, a fleece jacket and a scarf and I was still cold. Thank God! ❤️ I'd rather be cold than feeling hot and bothered from hot flushes. 🙏 ---- Relevant Bible verse: "in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." I Thessalonians 5:18

A few days ago, our boiler packed up. At least it didn't happen in mid-winter. It's going to take a few days to get it fixed. In the meantime, our landlord has provided portable electric heaters for our bedrooms. God is good.❤️ Smile, even though you're freezing. 😀

“The Lord bless you and keep you;  The Lord make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you;  The Lord lift up His countenance upon you, and give you peace.” Numbers 6: 24-26

I believe Jesus is King. In His Kingdom, everything belongs to Him. The King provides for all His citizens. The King's provision doesn't always come through the traditional, expected ways. Many times, He provides through unexpected ways.  That's why it's important to be constantly open to receive His blessings. In the photos below, I am modelling the King's recent provision. The jacket was given to me by my neighbour and the scarf and hat were gifts from a friend. Thank you, Lord, for Your constant provision. Jesus is King and I live in His Kingdom forever. ❤️ ----- Relevant Bible verses: “Blessed are You, Lord God of Israel, our Father, forever and ever. 11 Yours, O Lord, is the greatness, The power and the glory, The victory and the majesty; For all that is in heaven and in earth is Yours; Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, And You are exalted as head over all. 12 Both riches and honor come from You, And You reign over all. In Your hand is power and might; In Your hand...

While I was at this park, I was overwhelmed not just by the beauty of the trees and nature, but by gratitude for God, the Creator. I felt grateful for my health and strength to be able to walk;  grateful for my senses to enjoy the park and environment; grateful to be living in an area where I have three beautiful parks within 15 minutes walking distance.  Thank you, thank you, thank you! ❤️ ------ Relevant Bible verses: "Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever. [2] Oh, give thanks to the God of gods! For His mercy endures forever. [3] Oh, give thanks to the Lord of lords! For His mercy endures forever: [4] To Him who alone does great wonders, For His mercy endures forever;" Psalms 136:1-4 I haven't noticed before how the bough of this tree extends across the path.  It's as if it's reaching out to shake hands with the other trees. 😊 Grovelands Park.

"I only have eyes for you." Spending quality time with Baby Zeus before going to work. ❤️

On my birthday, I planned to spend the day with a friend at Southend-on-Sea, a seaside town in Essex, but as the time drew near, I had a change of heart and decided to spend the day alone. One day last week on my way home from work, I had an idea to stop at another friend's house for a quick visit. While we were having a chat, he asked me if I fancied going to Brighton with him on my next day off. I said yes. He quickly booked the train tickets online. Today was the day. Although it rained on and off, we still had a great time. We walked through the area of Brighton that has independent shops, had lunch at this pub, walked on the pier and promenade and attended an exhibition at the local museum. In the evening, we got on the train back to London. I didn't plan to go to Brighton, but God blessed me with an all expenses paid trip to Brighton. Thank you, God, for the lovely day out. ❤️ ---- Relevant Bible verse: "Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly abo...

Today, my flatmate treated me to a belated birthday lunch.  Our neighbour joined us for lunch and we had a lovely time together. Thank you, God, for Your constant blesings. ❤️

I have a cousin with the initials, G.O.D., who has the same birthday as me. He  lives in Eastern Europe. He always texts me to wish me Happy Birthday a few hours before 12 midnight as they're ahead in time. I love the idea of receiving a special birthday greeting from G.O.D. every year. ❤️

A week ago, I was inspired to buy a friend a gift. When I gave him the gift, he said to me, "But it's not even my birthday!" To my friend, love is transactional; you do something good if someone has been good to you. Why should you receive a gift for no good reason at all? I explained to him what grace is. I said grace is receiving favours you don't deserve, but he didn't get it. I understand perfectly where my friend is coming from because I used to live in his world. In that world what you receive is based on merit, how hard you have worked and how lucky you are.  As Christians, we are saved,  blessed, protected and healed not because of our good works, but because of Jesus' death and resurrection. In other words, God pours His blessings on us and through us because of Jesus Christ. I am now not only open to receiving unmerited favours, I  see God's favours as natural. That doesn't mean I take God's favours for granted. I acknowledge every good g...

Check this out - plums from the plum tree from our back garden. Thanks to my flatmate who picked  them up. I have never seen plums this small. They are delicious though. Thank you, God, for giving us this plum tree. ❤️

Today is the 7th of July.  On this day, twenty years ago (2005), London experienced a series of terror attacks on the bus and on the tube (underground trains) killing 56 people. On the morning of that day, my mum and I travelled by bus to visit her friend. I remember  all of us watching the news about the attacks on television. As I travel constantly by bus, my Internet friends were really concerned abut me. I reassured them  I was safe. My mum and her friend have long since passed away. God bless all those who lost their loved ones in those attacks. God bless our transport system. God bless London and all Londoners.  Peace to all! ❤️ Ps: My ten year passport actually expires today. When I receive my new passport, it will no longer have the 7th July date, it will have a new date..

After I heard the news that a footballer (from the football club I actually support) had died in a car accident, I felt sad for his family and loved ones, his football colleagues and all football fans of the club.   It reminded me of a university friend. When we met, she already had a baby and was living with her  boyfriend.  Despite the fact that she had many responsibilities, she was very disciplined and goal focused. She even had a 10 year plan. I had no responsibilities, but I still had problems submitting my essays in on time. 😊 After my friend finished her degree, she went on to do a Masters degree. Her boyfriend then went to university and did his degree. They ended up getting married, having two more kids, and emigrated to America, where her boyfriend was from. One day, I received a call from another university friend. She asked if I'd heard what had happened to our mutual university friend in America. I told her we had lost touch. (There was no social media...

"And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose." Romans 8: 28 ----- I planned to attend the "God Loves You London Tour" with the American evangelist, Franklin Graham. It was meant to start at 6pm. I was hoping to get there around 6pm. My boss even let me leave work early which gave me enough time to arrive on time. It was then the obstacles started. First, all the tube lines I could have travelled on had severe delays. I decided to catch the bus into central London and then catch a train to the venue.  Second obstacle - the bus I needed to get to the train station terminated early. Apparently, it was because of some demonstration in town. I tried another route. While I was waiting at the bus stop, I shared the bus timetable with another passenger. We ended up travelling on the bus together and had a nice chat. Before I got off, I asked her name. It turned out she and I had the same name...