Wednesday 25 September 2024

Want to improve your day? Help someone else!

 

Hello and Welcome! 

Wherever you are in the world thanks so much for stopping by! 

I wonder what sort of day you are having. Today I needed to check my tyre pressures so I popped into my local Tesco's garage. What happened next set me thinking about how good it is to help someone when you can. A woman was using the air machine, and with another car waiting I joined the queue. The woman got back into her car but when minutes passed and she didn't move her car I went to see what was happening. The woman looked flustered. The computer in her car was showing that her tyre pressures were low. "I think I've taken the air out," she muttered, fiddling with the computer. Clearly she'd felt she'd made a silly mistake. "I don't like driving this car," she said. "But it's my husband's and he's got dementia so I have to."

My car doesn't have a computer so I couldn't help. I spoke to the other waiting driver who, instead of being impatient, hopped out of his car and went to her aid. Then he volunteered to pump the tyres back up. He did the job cheerfully and his passenger was also patient and understanding. Driving home I reflected that the woman's mistake had given the man a chance to do a good deed. He rose to the occasion. Marvellous. Living with a husband suffering from dementia the woman had a lot on her plate and I think that the man's little act of kindness will have been much appreciated. I know it touched me.   

You are probably living a very busy life but I have a strong feeling that as you have chose to read this far you are open to the idea of helping others, as and when you can. It could be as simple as say, holding the door open for someone pushing a pram, saying a big thank you with a smile to the supermarket checkout person, phoning a friend who is ill, and so on. We often don't know how much just a little kindness could be a huge blessing on someone's dayThe bonus is that when we do this we often feel a little glow of happiness ourselves. 

You could try the short meditation below to think that over. 

1 minute meditation

Breathe in deeply and as you exhale feel the whole of your body relax.

Now read these words of St Paul and see how they apply to your life.

"God has made us what we are, and in our union with Christ Jesus He has created us for a life of good deeds, which He has already prepared for us to do." Ephesians 2:10

Then say this prayer, or one of your own, "Dear Heavenly Father, I want to show my love for You by demonstrating love to others, so please will You help me to keep alert for ways to do this as I go about my day. I ask this in Jesus' name. Amen." 

I'd love to hear about Your good deeds or how a stranger helped you and how it made you feel.  


God bless,

Teresa 

For articles, and inspiration, plus info about me and my work please visit my website.  (www.teresaodriscoll.co.uk)

You may like to check out my books which are all available as paperbacks and e-books. 

Pray Then Listen Prayer guide 

I have been asking God for guidance and listening to His replies for many years. I share my simple methods in Pray Then Listen, A heart-to-heart with God 
Angel at the Paradise Hotel Christian fiction romance / suspense

Set on the green and beautiful Greek island of Corfu in this novel I show the ever-present backstory of life, as I interpret the supernatural elements of our dilemmas and choices. 

I know, that no matter what your beliefs or experiences, you will surely recognize the tussles of my characters, as tussles in your own life....  Enjoy Angel at the Paradise Hotel! You may like to see my blog on the Backstory of this novel

9 Days to Heaven Christian inspiration

I wrote 9 Days to Heaven, How to make everlasting meaning of your life as my personal evangelization effort.  Check out 9 Days to Heaven  See YouTube book trailer:  9 Days to Heaven 



 

Wednesday 11 September 2024

Let your heart be filled with hope!

 

Hello and Welcome! 

Wherever you are in the world thanks so much for stopping by for a little inspiration! No matter what sort of day you are having take a moment to take a deep breath, breathe out slowly and read the following Bible quote.

Now say this prayer, or one of your own.

"Dear Heavenly Father, please help me to remember that You are with me always.  Thank You so much for helping me through this day."

REMEMBER The Bible is packed with hope and love so try to read it as often as you  can. As well as the Bible I like to read books by other Christians for a fresh perspective. I recommend this habit. 

You may like to check out my books. 

                            Pray Then Listen  

                                      Prayer guide 
I have been asking God for guidance and listening to His replies for many years. I share my simple methods in Pray Then Listen, A heart-to-heart with God

Check out Pray Then Listen In UK / In US  / In Singapore / In New Zealand / In Australia

Available as a Kindle version or paperback!                               

                Angel at the Paradise Hotel 

                     Christian fiction romance / suspense

Set on the green and beautiful Greek island of Corfu in this novel I show the ever-present backstory of life, as I interpret the supernatural elements of our dilemmas and choices. 

I know, that no matter what your beliefs or experiences, you will surely recognize the tussles of my characters, as tussles in your own life....  Enjoy!

Click on the following links to check out my novel, Angel at the Paradise Hotel In UK /  In US / In Singapore

Available as a Kindle version or paperback!

You may like to see my blog on the Backstory of this novel

                        9 Days to Heaven 

                        Christian inspiration

Living alongside Greeks for many years, their openness about living their religion really rubbed off on me. While living in Athens I wrote my book 9 Days to Heaven. The book shows very simple methods of opening out to the love of God, and welcoming Him into your everyday life. 

I wrote 9 Days to Heaven, How to make everlasting meaning of your life as my personal evangelization effort.  

Check out 9 Days to Heaven In UK / In US / In Singapore  / In Australia / 

Available as a Kindle version or paperback!

Here is the link for the YouTube book trailer:  9 Days to Heaven 

For articles, and inspiration, plus info about me and my work please visit my website.  (www.teresaodriscoll.co.uk)

If you are going through a bad time and want me to put you on my prayer list please let me know. 


God bless,

Teresa 

Monday 9 September 2024

Appreciate life like Princess of Wales!

 

Hello, and welcome!  

Thank you for dropping in. I like to think that you are keeping well, even as I acknowledge that life is not always filled with roses! Today I was very touched by the video message from the Princess of Wales giving us an update on her health. It is great news that she has now finished her chemotherapy treatments, though the journey to full recovery continues. The short film, with voiceover by the princess, is a beautiful seamless collage of home-shot clips and professional photography giving a rare glimpse into this close-knit, loving and affectionate family. 

The video followed, the princess and her husband, the Prince of Wales, and their three children, as they walked in the woods, paddled in the sea, and played together during their August holiday in Norfolk. Facing her own mortality the princess has a fresh perspective on life.

It is common for a survivor of a potentially life-threatening illness, or various other close-brushes with death, to feel a new and deeper appreciation of life. I mention this in my book Pray Then Listen (see details below) where I share that many years ago, after hearing of yet another case of that, I decided to follow their example of renewed appreciation, thankfully without the trauma.

That began, and continues to this day, by expressing gratitude for the very fact of waking up. And you may like to do this too.

Begin by opening your eyes then rubbing your fingertips together. Then say this prayer.

“Hello Lord

Thank You for the gift of a new day. And thank You too that I can see, and hear, and for all my other senses and faculties.

Please help me to use this day wisely.

I ask this in Jesus’ name.

Amen.”


 May your choice to appreciate life more bring you ever closer to God. I would love to hear from you about this.

Teresa x


I have been asking God for guidance and listening to His replies for many years. I share my methods in Pray Then Listen, A heart-to-heart with God.

Check out Pray Then Listen In UK / In US  / In SingaporeIn New Zealand / In Australia

Available as a Kindle version or paperback! 

"Angel at the Paradise Hotel is an inspiring, touching and moving novel for the ages, generating faith, optimism, and, above all, hope. A very enjoyable read, which I highly recommend!" Georges N. Chamchoum, Emmy and multiple award-winning film director and producer

Click on the following links to check out Angel at the Paradise Hotel In UK /  In US / In Singapore / In Australia / In New Zealand

Available as a Kindle version or paperback!

I wrote 9 Days to Heaven, How to make everlasting meaning of your life as my personal evangelization effort.  

Check out 9 Days to Heaven In UK / In US / In Singapore / In Australia / 

Available as a Kindle version or paperback!


Here is the link for the YouTube book trailer:  9 Days to Heaven 

For articles, plus more info about me and my work please visit my website.  (www.teresaodriscoll.co.uk) You could check out my short video on the Goodness of God