Judging by Looks Alone Can Be Deceiving




If the this tree was judged by its appearance alone, it would not get a fair judgment.
Some people choose a person to begin a relationship with, based on their appearance alone.
Judging by looks alone, rather than by quality, leads to disappoints in relationships.
This tree might appear to be unattractive at first glance.  But when it is carefully observed, it has some very attractive features and some amazing qualities; Support, Strength, and Protection



It is easy to hold onto for support, because of the shape of its branches.
It has a strong trunk, and will provide protection.
Every branch has a special look and quality that provides comfort.
When you carefully observe this tree, you find its features and qualities are attractive.
The person who has this tree will have everlasting happiness.

In a relationship support, strength, and protection is needed for happiness.

__ Written by Ellen J. Barrier

Good Night

                                                 I wish you a peaceful night with sweet dreams of much happiness.

Have a Sunny Day!

                         “Truly the light is sweet, and a pleasant thing it is for the eyes to behold the sun.”~ Solomon
             “Life is a journey; let's enjoy it, seeing some exciting things, and having fun along the way.”~ Ellen J. Barrier                                         http://barriersbooksandassociates.com/

Using Children as Weapons in a Failed Relationship



Parents that use their children as weapons, to fight against each other are treating them as  their property. 

The Games Played: 

Intentionally using a child in defiance against another parent, to cause unhappiness
Deliberately overloading the other parent, with unnecessary childcare responsibilities
falsely claiming the child need more money for financial means
Making false accusations against the other parent character to the child, in an attempt to destroy the relationship between the child and that parent

To say negative things about the other parents in the presence of their child is wrong, placing too much financial responsibility on the other parent is also wrong. And it is also wrong to do things to cause the other parent unhappiness by intentionally overloading them with child care responsibilities.

Auguring in front of a child over child support and time spent with the child should never be done. To make a child feel as though they are property that is a burden for their parent, will cause the child to feel unloved.

Parents who do not try to make their child comfortable with both parents by sharing everything equal if possible, and treating each other civil, are causing unhappiness to their child who will have unpleasant memories of the parents.

Parents Are Expected to Teach Their Children Righteous Behavior by Being a Role Model

Scripture:

For I know that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the Lord, to do justice and judgment; that the Lord may bring upon Abraham that which he has spoken of him. (Genesis 18:19)

*Evil imaginations causes harm to others. Such things do not dwell in the mind of a righteous person.

Written by:  Ellen J. Barrier

A Prayer Made to God in Times of Need

God Hold Your Hands of Grace and Mercy over Us Today
As a family, we are one body, when one of us suffers, we all feel the pain.


For with God nothing shall be impossible. St. Luke 1:37

God Please Answer This Prayer
Where there is pain, please give comfort.
Where there is sickness, please heal.
Where there are broken-hearts and sorrows; please send an angel to give hope and peace.
Where there are losses of possessions;
please restore them, with blessings.


__ Ellen J. Barrier

Inspiration Music


Ellen J. Barrier
Singer/Songwriter/Author


There are times in our lives when hearing an inspiration song is what we need to bring comfort and joy.
The Power of Music!
The power of music can comfort the heart and give peace to the mind. Music is like a good medicine.
We use it to entertain ourselves, for exercise, dancing and in praise to God. When we mix music and prayer together, we get a healing effect that comforts the body, mind, and soul.

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Prayers to God for Help



Holy Father,

Please intervene in the lives of those who are in need of your help.
Comfort the broken hearts of those who have lost their Loved Ones. 
Release your power into the bodies of those who are sick. 
Give financial relief to those who are in need of financial income.
Father give hope and peace to the troubled minds, and provide rest to those whose nights are sleepless.

Amen

One of the greatest gifts to give our friends and others is a prayer.


Bible:
1. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 
    Psalm 46:1
2. I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep, for thou, Lord,
    only make me dwell in safety.
    Psalm 4:10

__ Ellen J. Barrier