Obadiah Orange - August 2025

 The name Obadiah means "Servant of the Lord".  This is why I included the scripture I have created word art for along with the words Serve and Lord.

 

Obadiah was a prophet whom God gave a vision to, about the fall of Edom which was a neighbouring country to Israel. The vision showed how the people of that country were too full of pride and that the day would come when God would judge them.

As Jesus said in Luke's gospel ( chapter 18 verse 14) "All those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted."

We all must be aware of the times we let ourselves be too full of pride. We need to humble ourselves before God and always seek His forgiveness when we let pride rule our lives. 

Now I hope you enjoy the mini kit I have designed. Orange is not my favourite colour but I did enjoy working with it for this kit. 

 

You can download this kit  HERE

 

Luke Light Green - July 2025

 For this month I decided to work with Luke who was a physician and traveled with Paul on his missionary journeys. Luke gleaned most of his information for his gospel from the Apostle Peter.

The gospel of Luke highlights Jesus's ministry to the poor, outcasts and women, demonstrating God's love for all people. Luke also emphasizes the importance of prayer and trusting in God's provision, as seen in Jesus's teachings and actions throughout the gospel.

Luke's gospel is known for its stories of Jesus interacting with those on the fringes of society, such as the woman who anointed his feet ( Luke 7:36-50) and the parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37). These stories demonstrate that Jesus came to save all people, regardless of their social status or past actions. 

I have included hearts in my kit because Luke's gospel emphasizes that God is concerned with the heart and that true transformation begins within ( Luke 6:43-45).

( my devotional thoughts are found at different web sites I find on the internet with sometimes my own wording added.) 

 

I hope you all enjoy my green ( and black themed kit).  The scripture I chose to use comes from Peter's first speech to the peoples. 

 

 

You can download this mini kit HERE

 

 

 

Daniel Dusty Pink - June 2025

I chose Daniel for this month's theme focusing on prayer because there is much about prayer in the book of Daniel.

In the Bible of Daniel chapter 9 is a prayer that Daniel prayed. It is a powerful example of confession, repentance, humility before God. It’s a prayer that acknowledges God’s holiness and the sinfulness of His people, urging God to act according to His righteousness and mercy.

 It was before this chapter in Daniel, in chapter 6 that Daniel continued to three times a day get down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before.  Because this went against the law decreed by the King Nebuchadnezzar, Daniel was placed in the lion’s den. God miraculously rescued Daniel.

 If you study the prayers of Daniel, an Old Testament prophet, you can learn how a righteous man prayed and follow his example.  Daniel’s focus was not on himself, but on God’s greatness.

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 I hope you enjoy my kit this month.

 You can download this digital kit HERE

 

 

 

Peter Pale Blue - May 2025

 You can read about Peter throughout the Gospels and the book of Acts. Also Peter wrote two letters you can find in the New Testament.

My devotional thoughts come from two different sources I found on the internet. 

Peter was tender-hearted and affectionate by nature ( Matthew 26:75), but he also could be self-seeking and selfish (Matthew 19:27).

According to Matthew 16:21-23, Peter loved Jesus and rushed in to protect Him. When Jesus spoke about His coming death, Peter took charge and pulled Jesus aside. He actually rebuked Jesus.

Peter was ready to defend Jesus before Jesus was arrested. (John 18:1-10). A very brave act of Peter’s, if not a foolish one.  About two hours before, Peter had said he was willing to die for Jesus. He meant it. Here was loyalty and courage – he could have been killed that night.

Now in Mark 14:66-72 we read  of Peter’s denial of Jesus. It was out of character of Peter to do that and he regretted it when he went out and wept bitterly. He was ashamed of himself.

But Jesus did not forget Peter. According to Mark 16:7 when the women went to the tomb where Jesus body was laid, the angel specifically said for them to go and tell the disciples and Peter that Jesus had risen from the dead. The angel did not name anyone else, just Peter.

In John 21:15-19 we read the lovely event where Jesus reinstates Peter.       After Jesus returned to Heaven, Peter appeared to be in charge again. He became the leader and spokesman for the apostles. He became the beginning of the Church.

Peter was too unpredictable and impetuous. But Jesus accepted Peter in spite of his failures, as He does us. Jesus accepts us warts and all. 

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Now for my mini kit this month I have included some items that are sort of masculine. I do not have many resource for masculine things.  I hope you enjoy what I have put together this month as I did enjoy designing it all. 

You can download this mini kit  HERE
 

 

Rahab Red - April 2025

 You can find the story of Rahab in the Bible in Joshua Chapter 2.

Here is a copy of a devotion I found on the internet ( no author was noted):

Rahab's story in the Bible highlights God's grace and the power of faith to transform even the most unlikely individuals. Despite her profession as a prostitute, Rahab chose to trust God and became a pivotal figure in the lineage of Jesus. Her act of faith, exemplified by hiding the spies sent by Joshua, led to her and her family being spared when Jericho was destroyed. This devotion underscores the message that God can work through anyone, regardless of their past or perceived status. 

I chose Rahab for my Red themed kit because of the red rag she had to hang from her window so that she and her household would be saved.  It is a symbol of Jesus red blood being shed to save us from our sins.  May you, who visit my blog know the reality of that shed blood.

John 3:16 - God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him may have life.

You can download this small kit HERE

 

Phoebe Peach - March 2025 Kit

 I hope you are all enjoying the colour kits I am putting together this year. I am enjoying working with the colours and themes. This month I included a shamrock leaf because of St Patrick's day on the 17th of this month.

This month I wanted to work with the Peach colour in my set of colours from last year so I chose Phoebe from the book of Romans as the one to feature.

Phoebe was a first century Christian woman mentioned by Paul recorded in Romans chapter 16 verses 1 to 2. She was a notable woman in the Church of Cenchreae, she was trusted by Paul to deliver a letter to the Romans. Paul refers to her both as a servant and a deacon and as a helper of many. This is the only reference in the Bible of a woman in such a role. 

(The previous words are based on information I found on the internet.) 

Because of the mention of Phoebe being a deacon lead me to include the scripture I created for this kit. "Respected" and "Integrity" are also characteristics we all should have towards others. I recently in a devotion read the following which I have typed up and display beside me where I sit at my computer to remind me that I need to remember all these points:

I will believe the best of everyone

I will not complain about anything

I will be thankful for all I have.

I will eliminate unnecessary stress from my life.

I will think positive thoughts

I will speak positive words

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Now here is my kit for you this month:

 You can download this kit HERE

 

Lydia Lilac - kit for February 2025

 This month I chose  "Lydia Lilac"  for the name of my kit.  Lydia of the Bible was a seller of purple dye but her name does not start with the letter P so you will get a Purple kit later in the year.

In the Bible - Acts 16, Lydia of Thyatira shows us the importance of praying, listening, and obeying. She was a woman of means who showed generosity by inviting Paul and his companions into her home. She shows courageous hospitality and Lydia was open to God and listened to what Paul had to say.

The story of Lydia reminds us to open our hearts, homes and Churches to all people.

Now here is my the kit I designed for you all this month which I hope you enjoy using. Remember the papers and elements will all eventually work well together for all the kits this year and for the three Beatitude kits I gave away some time ago. 

You can download this HERE