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I see my blog largely as a personal place where I can make record of my journey. It is by no means exhaustive in its telling, but just a collection of memorial stones left here and there, helping me remember the terrain I've tread, and most importantly, what God has done.
Below is from a sheet of paper that keeps slipping out of my Bible - I want to record it in a more permanent place before I lose it. It is a gift of words and affirmation bestowed from dear friends in our old small group. Such a gift, and a very precious "stone" to me.
This is who I am, and this is who I am becoming, all by the grace of God.
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What is it about Miriam that you find attractive or that you admire? Why do you want Miriam to be on your side in this war against the powers of darkness?
Miriam, you have an unbelievable care for people that makes them feel valuable and special. You are filled with grace and truth and this is evident in how you relate to and love people. Through that you pass on hope and impart faith to others that things are going to be okay. Regardless of circumstances, you convey God is good and compassionate. You are a living epistle where others can see God's handwriting and fingerprints on your life. You are also an incredible artist and can open up hearts in ways most of us can only dream about. - T.B.
Miriam, you are a woman of grace. You have such a heart of kindness and gentleness. You take people where they are at and love them well. You are a beautiful woman of worship - in so many ways. Your life drips of Jesus. You are so gifted in the arts - all kinds of art - it's incredible! You are an encourager and your words speak life to people so powerfully. - M.B.
Miriam: Living life at the feet of Jesus, a desire for the peace of God to flow out of you, a revered daughter of the King. - A.S.
Miriam - a worshiper. Gentleness and peacemaking. Devoted to motherhood, friendship, being a godly wife. A persistent soldier in the war. Unfaltering faith in the goodness of God and a constant encourager to the Bride of Christ. Dances as a child and reflects the Gentle Shepherd in word and deed. Is the epitome of true beauty. - C.H.
Miriam, you are beautiful and sweet. What I admire about you is your thoughtfulness. You are the most thoughtful person I know. You're considerate of others and sensitive. You are honest and loyal and have a wonderful history of lifelong service and worship of God. You've always believed in Him and always knew you belonged to Him. You have kept yourself pure. You are faithful, loyal and never give up. You are willing to humble yourself and be the first to day "Forgive me. " You show character and poise. You are gracious and graceful. You have Martin Luther's conviction and stolidity. You cannot join in when others criticize this denomination or that movement of the church. You see value in various expressions of the church. You are a good servant and considerate partner. To the church in the battle you bring your heart for worship and dance; artistic creativity; a gift for teaching, especially to little children. You bring purity of heart and life and sensitivity to God's heart. You bring good sense and compassion. You bring honesty and powerful soft-spokenness. You are reasonable and thoughtful, prudent, yet also passionate. - P.K.
Miriam - has a spirit that is regal or royal expecting the best of others; not in a naive foolishness. Spiritually a "high tower" of safety and learning to be a warrior. - C.H.
Miriam Kujak: Your gentleness is an attribute that I believe is your strongest quality. It somehow shows off a beauty of God that the church doesn't get to see much of anymore. Honestly, Miriam when I think of you I just think of the work "beauty". You have all of these rich qualities that so many wish they could possess... wisdom, gentleness, caring, goodness, kindness. People can look at you and know you belong to God's kingdom. You are beautiful. - T.H.
Miriam - softness (ability to remain calm and speak out of the kindness and sweetness of your spirit), compassionate heart (ability to see an opportunity to encourage someone in need and follow through on it). - J.S.
Miriam - A) dancing princess, gifted, prophetic, artist, warm hearted, sweet hospitality, intense devotion, mercy B) the more we see the more we fall in love with you, you are esteemed way more than you comprehend. - M.W.
Miriam - You are wonderfully talented in so many ways: art, dance, intellect, and your love for others. I feel that you see others as God sees them. You very much have a mother's heart fo others, without losing your own personality and interests. You always have such wonderfully wise insights to share with the group, and you are so giving of your time to help others, and to pray for us. Thanks for sharing yourfeelings, concerns, and hurts with us. We treasure the times that you are with us... you are such a help to us all. - J.H.
Miriam - Sweet Miriam. I love your gentle confidence. I love your willingness to serve. I love the peacefulness you carry in yourself and in you home. I want Miriam on my side because she always says the right thing to make me feel loved and appreciated. Miriam is kind. - J.W.