Taste and See God is Good!
Celebrating Psalm 34:8 for body and soul…Who Am I to Blog?
I started this blog to feed the body and soul. Soul food from scripture and life experience. Body food from all the great southern cooks in my life who understand that butter has a place on the food chain! But I started listening to the negative thoughts — who am I to blog…telling people stuff? What could I possibly have to share that matters?
God led me to 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 this morning. Paul told the people to finish what they’d started. Wow – what a novel idea!
God called me to this writing ministry to finish–not to stress over acceptance or etiquette or appearing weird (as most of us writers are!) He called me to leave it in His hands so He could take care of the rest. Obedience, pure and simple.
Do you have starts with no finishes? Are you hoarding talent or using it for His glory and honor? My prayer today is that we identify what is rightfully His and that we’ll use it…before we lose it!
Several weeks ago, God started dealing with me on the body food for this blog. It was time to cut the butter…
My cousins, Debby and Don Jackson, renewed their wedding vows after 40 years . Their grown children, grandkids, family and tons of friends were in their home for the event. As I watched Debby, I realized I had a spiritual hero right in front of me. Her faith in God is unwaivering. Her strength as a mother is amazing. Her devotion as a wife is unshakable. But then she became another kind of hero to me that day. A healthy hero! Debby is in her late 50’s, healthy, vibrant, striking and…well…gorgeous! How? Besides God’s Word, she nutritionally feeds her body well and takes care of it. With healthy foods and healthy exercise and healthy affirmations from His Word, I knew I could too…and it’s working. How? When I’m weak, I think about my hero and all she’s accomplished in her life and I think about my ultimate Hero who sees me through choice by choice…
So today’s recipe is from a friend who caught the ‘get healthy’ bug from me after I caught it from my cousin! Judy Vandiver is a fellow writer and accountability partner. (We all need those!) This recipe is a great way to welcome in Autumn…http://bit.ly/8D9fi
Dedicated to the One I Love
TASTE AND SEE blog can’t officially start without paying tribute to the person that inspired the idea. Danita Henderson is friend, fellow church member, sister in Christ, and the best cook on the planet! I wanted my blog to be different and fun, and it just so happens “different and fun” are two words that describe Danita perfectly. So I named this blog after her ministry, “Taste and See.” Danita and her volunteers share Jesus’ love through servitude and food — they’ve served the local police department, fire department, city hall, school teachers, and folks attending National Day of Prayer at the courthouse. All for free! It is a testament of Danita’s heart for others.
Talking up love for God is common these days–we see it on TV, sporting events, etc. But to show the love of Jesus has impact and is much more personal. And real!
Today’s recipe — the first on my blog — is Danita’s favorite. If you love comfort dessert (and banannas!) you’ll love this recipe. Show a neighbor or friend you care about them. Bake this cake and share the message GOD IS GOOD. http://bit.ly/637D
Feeding Bloggers, one soul at a time…
Come and Get It!
I love Jesus and I love people, so there was no question what my blog would be about–I can’t wait to serve you! You’ll find recipes for your tummy and food for your soul as we TASTE AND SEE GOD IS GOOD! Psalm 34:8
