Where am I?

You can find me and all my creations here: https://www.facebook.com/SincerelySonja-1818548491746988

Still re-arranging the scraps off my desk. Feels really good to do this again. I think this one is going to be a favorite of mine.

Took some scraps from my desk and made these last night:

Filled with hope, and strong in the Lord.

A long time ago I was given a verse that helped me keep my focus during a major adjusting period in my life.  This was the verse, and it's found in Romans 15:13," Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." 
Without my faith in the Lord, what He has done for me, and the blessed hope that He so freely gives to those who would believe; I would have been in deep, deep, dispair. The Lord definitely used that time/trial in my life to bring me to know Him more. As I learn more about my God, I find I have such an amazing God who holds out a blessed hope to me because of His great sacrfice.  It is that strong hope that holds me fast through all that comes, even still. 


BE STRONG IN THE LORD

1 Be strong in the Lord, and be of good courage;



your mighty Defender is always the same.


Mount up with wings, as the eagle ascending;


victory is sure when you call on his name.


[Refrain:]


Be strong, be strong, be strong in the Lord,


and be of good courage for he is your guide.


Be strong, be strong, be strong in the Lord,


and rejoice for the victory is yours.




2 So put on the armor the Lord has provided,


and place your defense in his unfailing care.


Trust him for he will be with you in battle,


lighting your path to avoid every snare. (Refrain)








3 Be strong in the Lord, and be of good courage,


your mighty Commander will vanquish the foe.


Fear not the battle for the victory is always his;


he will protect you whereever you go. (Refrain)





Here is what Matthew Henry's Commentary says.


15:8-13 Christ fulfilled the prophecies and promises relating to the Jews, and the Gentile converts could have no excuse for despising them. The Gentiles, being brought into the church, are companions in patience and tribulation. They should praise God. Calling upon all the nations to praise the Lord, shows that they shall have knowledge of him. We shall never seek to Christ till we trust in him. And the whole plan of redemption is suited to reconcile us to one another, as well as to our gracious God, so that an abiding hope of eternal life, through the sanctifying and comforting power of the Holy Spirit, may be attained. Our own power will never reach this; therefore where this hope is, and is abounding, the blessed Spirit must have all the glory. All joy and peace; all sorts of true joy and peace, so as to suppress doubts and fears, through the powerful working of the Holy Spirit.




Let us be reminding each other of our powerful God, who He is, all that He has done for us, and that He has already won the battle! In Him, we have nothing to fear if we are His children. This is true peace. We are complete in Him, the price is paid, the battle is won, WE ARE FREE!!



These little creations were created just for that purpose. Give these gifts to a sister in Christ who you would like to encourage with the truth of God's word; that there is hope in any trial--- and that we can be strong while we walk with the Lord through our days here on earth.

There are two different cards to choose from, "HOPE", and "STRONG".  Both cards come with the scripture verse to match each card, and the "STRONG" card is accompanied with the Hymn as well.  Ofcourse you are welcome to attatch your own sentiments, these are only ment as a guide.
If you want a little more, than the little matching easle teacup art is available for purchase as well.

Cards are $4.00 each 
Teacup Art on Easle are $22.00 and come with matching card.
(all items are plus shipping)

Just a little Prayer.....

....that God will keep you in His care.

These make a great gift set.

6 Cards.
Sold individually $4.00 each + shipping
Sold as a set $20.00 (one card free)Orders can be placed for this image. Supplies may vary slightly.

Sincerely,
Sonja

A Treasure

Who finds a faithful friend, find a treasure.
$4.00 each + Shipping

The Chair

Friendship, Joy, Comfort, Peace, Patience, Kindess
Stamped and embossed on vaneer wood.
$6.00 each + shipping

Sincerely,
Sonja

The Chair

Friendship, Comfort, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Joy
Stamped and embossed on vaneer wood.
$4.50 each + shipping
Can be custom ordered.

Sincerely,
Sonja

Just Sittin' here.....

.....Thinking of You.

$3.00 each + shipping

Please inquire with artist for shipping costs.

Sincerely,

Sonja

Pretty Bottles to brighten you day.

Good for any uplifting and encouragment that is needed. Wouldn't this brighten your day?

Left blank for your personalized message.

Two cards, $3.50 each + shipping.

(please inquire with artist for shipping costs)

Sincerely,

Sonja

Celebrate Just About Anything

Seven different cards with one theme: Celebrate.

Celebrate Birthdays...

Celebrate a New Job...

Celebrate Graduations...

Celebrate ...fill in the blank.....

What are you celebrating?

Cards are $4.00 each + shipping

(please inquire with artist for shipping costs through the contact tab on home page)

Sincerely,

Sonja

A Mother's Love (is a blessing and the heart of a home)

Mother's Day is coming, it's only a few short weeks away.
For sale are four cards, each with a different colored heart.

Sold altogether or individually.



NOTE: these cards can not be customed ordered. When these sell, there are no more. $4.50 each (please inquire with artist for shipping costs) Please let artist know if you have a preference of colored heart. I will update with cards that sell as quickly as possible.





Sincerely,
Sonja

Hello, friend

Set of three. Love the broach pins, and paired with a perfect sentiment for a friend for just about any occasion or reason. Do we need a reason to send a friend a card:)

Sincerely,

Sonja

Older cards

I made the fronts of these awhile back, but they are so timeless and good for many occasions.

Sincerely,

Sonja

Just sittin' here.....

Just sittin' here making cards tonight, and trying to getas many of them posted as I can. I love this image. So vintage. I love vintage.

"Just sittinn' here..... Thinking of you.(sentiment inside the card)

Sincerely,
Sonja

Keeping Up

I am keeping up with my card making, and in turn it is keeping me busy. Recently I have had some request for cards from people I know. I love knowing that the cards are being put to good use. I also love knowing that they are being purchased with the intent of encouraging and building up those around us in Christian faith.
Here's one I recently did just for fun. I think I like it so much, I'm going to have to make a bunch of these. I chose to leave these blank. I'll find a sentiment for it later when the need for a card arises.

14 more days...

Almost 14 more days, and this year I have decorations. Actually I did a little bit last year too, but this these little hearts are in our school room. I love them, the kids love them! They are also a good reminder for me to "put on love" as my Lord commands. So a quick post tonight to say "Love is in the air!"....

Sincerely,

Sonja

Into the New Year we go....

May you take the Blessed hope, that the Lord so freely gives, with you!

Some new changes for me this new year, but I will still be around. Hope you'll keep visiting.

Sincerely,

Sonja

Posting to say......

......that I am still around.

......that I am still creating.

......that I am still going to be sharing and posting what I am doing.

Here's a little of what I have been up to:

I'll be back again soon.

Sincerely,
Sonja

Wedding Card

I needed a Wedding card this week. So I made this one, using what I think are the Bride's colors based on the invitation. She uses my favorite color combinations, and it was a huge delight to put this together for them.
I was also delighted to see Julia playing with text in a similar way too. You can see what she did here. I just love text, and to me there isn't any better text to use than God's word. So I used portions of 1 Corintians 13.




For any of you still checking in with my, please forgive my lack of posts lately. The Lord seems to have my blogging days limited for the time being, so I will endeavor to post when I can. I recieve no benefits from blogging other than the pure joy of sharing, and the connections that this makes. I certainly have been creating a lot, have more than a few photos in files just waiting to be shared with those who stop by. So when the Lord provides me with the time and energy to share I will.

Sincerely,
Sonja