The Prodigal Daughter Returns

During our morning briefing, our manager told us we could use the lockers to store our stuff, but we needed to use a Pound coin to lock it.  As I didn't have any cash on me, I asked if I could borrow a Pound off someone. A colleague offered me the Pound. I was very grateful. After our shift finished,  I returned the coin, but my colleague told me to keep it until the last day of our contract. Before going back to work, I started rummaging in the rucksack I usually carry and I found a Pound coin. Good, I can return my colleague's coin. When I arrived at work, I saw my colleague. After we exchanged greetings he said, "Today, I'm the one withut a Pound coin." "No worries," I said." I found a coin in my bag so you can have yours back." Thank you, God. ❤️.

"But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." Pphilippians 4: 19 ---- The other day I was telling a work colleague that I haven't seen an actual Pound note in ages as I tend to use my debit card to pay for stuff. I've also been meaning to get a new scented candle.  When I opened a friend's birthday card, there was a crisp £20 note in it. I also received a scented candle as a birthday gift from my late mum's best friend.  I think it's wonderful how God meets my needs through different people. Lord, I am now open to also receive my heart's desires instantly "out of thin air."  Thank you for hearing me. ❤️

"Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us," Ephesians 3: 20 ---- A friend and I had planned to go out for lunch after church to celebrate my birthday.  When I saw her at church, she told me the restaurant we intended to go to was  closed on Sundays. She also said she was helping a group after church. Although I was disappointed, I figured we could go out another time. After the church service, which included a baptism, I went to hang out with some friends and church members. I had some cake which was provided by the baptism family.  One of the church ministers joined us and got everyone to sing Happy Birthday to me and another church member whose birthday is in two days' time. I was going to go home, but I decided to stay for a little while and chat to a church member I've never met before. While we were chatting my friend came in to look for me She told me the family who had the baptis...

I haven't had a sardine omelette in a long time. Made one today. Enjoyed it. Thank you, God, for your provision. ❤️

At this venue I was working at, I got chatting to a colleague from the same agency. It turns out we had both been working at the same museum for several months, but we'd never met. We even attended their office party, but I was wearing a wig at the time. When I told her I was the one who was dragged on stage to dancee, she remembered me then. She said she recently left  her role. I told her I had left as well. After we finished our shift, I asked my colleague how her day had gone. She said it was very easy. We did less for more money compared to our last job. It got me thinking of this verse from the Bible: "The blessing of the Lord brings wealth without painful toil for it." Proverbs 10: 22, NIV I give thanks for the blessing of the Lord. ❤️

So I put a quiche in the oven to heat it up. By the time I checked it again, it was overdone. I had to scrape the burnt bits off. I didn't share that information with my flatmate, who was at work at the time. The very next day, my flatmate bought me the exact same quiche from the supermarket. I told her I had "cooked" a quiche the day before but it was more burnt than cooked. I believe God had inspired my flatmate to buy that quiche for me. It was His way of saying, if at first you don't succeed, try again.😊 Tomorrow I will have the quiche and be sure to follow the heating instructions. Thank you, Lord, for caring about everything that concerns me including cooking. ❤️

A few weeks ago, my flatmate and I had a chat about our annual rent increase which was fast approaching.  We wondered how much our landlord was going to increase our rent by and how far  I was willing to stretch myself. Last year's was a whopping increase. I didn't fancy another one this  year. I don't particularly want to move as I like living with my flatmates (including her cat). It's also a nice, quiet and green neighbourhood with great amenities. In fact, this flat met the exact requirements I prayed for. I trust that God will provide whatever the increase. Back to our conversation,  my flatmate and I decided not to worry, but wait and see what happens. I decided to wait on the Lord instead by praying for the rent increase to be fair and reasonable for all parties. Last night, I woke up around 3am to use the toilet. As I couldn't get back to sleep, I turned my phone on and started browsing the BBC news website. I noticed an article saying rents were increa...

Because my job involves standing up for hours, I needed to get new footwear as the cheap trainers I've been wearing have been very uncomfortable. I have several trainers which are very comfortable, but they are too colourful for work as your shoes have to be black. My ideal would be black trainers that could pass as smart shoes where the logo is either hidden or not that obvious. The first thing I did was check the website of my favourite brand of trainers, I found a pair I liked. Because they said they come in small sizes, I decided to visit one of their stores at Oxfird Street (Europe's busiest shopping street with 200+ shops) where I could try them on for size. After work, I caught the bus to Oxford Street. As the bus was driving  by, I noticed a shop that someone had recommended. (I actually have one of their trainers, but they are in pink and blue and not suitable for work). There was another shoe shop next door that I am also familiar with.  Should I get off the bus? Nah...

"The earth is the Lord’s, and all its fullness, the world and those who dwell therein." Psalm 24: 1 ---- When I arrived home in the evening, my flatmate told me the boiler wasn't working, which meant we didn't have any heating. She said she'd texted our landlord but hadn't heard from him. She wasn't sure whether he was away or not. I told her I wasn't going to worry about it as I know it will be fixed. She loaned me her electric heater, which I used to heat up my bedroom. Before I went to bed. I prayed about the situation as follows.   "Father, it is written that "the earth is the Lord's" which means everything belongs to You. You are the Lord of all lands, which makes you our Landlord. Thank you for fixing the boiler in Jesus's name." I was so confident that the boiler was already working, when I woke up the next day I switched the heating on, but the boiler didn't come on. While I was having a shower I reminded myself ...

The other day, while I was shopping for food, I looked at some Quiche and wondered whether to get a box. I decided not to. Yesterday when I came home from.work, my flatmate told me she had heated some vegetarian Quiche and I was welcome to have half of it. I wasn't in the mood, but decided to save my half. Today, I had my half of the Quiche and it was delicious. Thank you, God, for providing the Quiche in an unexpected way. ❤️ Photo of the Quiche

"Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning." James 1: 17 "There is no need to chase what we already have, T'Pring." Spock, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds  ----- I didn't bother chasing after Black Fridays deals.  Good deals are always available anyway. My SIM only contract was about to expire. I was offered a deal by a union I belong to which I can redeem from another mobile network who are offering a SIM only deal for £14 a month. I  asked my mobile network if they could match it. They couldn't, but gave me a good offer. I've  now gone from paying £25 a month to £14 a month which is great. I was  going to stay with my mobile network anyway as they are the best in the UK. I believe good deals are like God's blessings, they are always available. I only need to receive. Thank you, God! ❤️ Photo of Spock and T'Pring from Star Trek: Strange N...

I usually buy a pack of 10 packets of tissues from the Supermarket, which lasts a long time.  The other day I noticed I only had two left in the pack. I made a mental note to get a new pack soon. Look what I found on the tube last night - a pack of tissues, the brand I usually get. Thank you, Lord. 😊❤️ Photo of the tissues I found on the tube.

"It shall come to pass that before they call, I will answer;  and while they are still speaking, I will hear." Isaiah 65: 24 ---- I was thinking about an events company I've worked for in the past. I haven't heard from them in a while. I wondered whether I should call or email them to see if they had any work available. Nah, I'll leave it. They'll contact me if they have any work. An hour later, I received a call from the events company. I told him I had been thinking of them.  He asked if I was available to work at an event for two days. I told him I was only available for one day. He then booked me for the day. Wow, that was quick! Thank you, God, for providing work opportunities before I am even aware I need them. ❤️

The other day, a work colleague and I discussed our love of sausage rolls  (pastry not sausage in a bread roll). During my lunch break, I popped into the local supermarket. Even though I wasn't feeling hungry, I decided to get a sausage roll to snack on. While I was paying for it,  I thought of my work colleague. When I saw him later, he told me he had also gone into the same supermarket and had been inspired by our conversation to buy a sausage roll and he was thinking of me. At the end of our shift, our supervisor brought some leftover sausage rolls from the cafe to share with the staff.  I didn't have any as I'd had enough by then. Today, a friend I attend the same  church with brought me a gift. When I saw the packet, I thought  it was either a box of chocolates or some cakes.  No such luck! It turned out to be a Nigerian sausage roll. I used the church microwave to heat it up. The sausage meat was too spicy for me, but I liked the pastry. OK, Lord,...

I've been pondering over how God meets our needs and whether He always meets our needs on time? In the Bible God, speaking through Isaiah, declares: "I will answer them before they even call to me. While they are still talking about their needs, I will go ahead and answer their prayers!" Isaiah 65: 24, NLT Since God  promises to answer our needs before we even have them, that means He always meets our needs earlier than expected. Here's one example I experienced today. When I arrived at the bus stop, the live timetable said my bus was number 2 on the list and was due in 10 minutes. I thought, no, I don't believe it. My bus is already here and early. My bus arrived 8 minutes early. I believe since God has already answered and met all our needs, I can receive mine as early as I am open to receive them. ♥️

"The earth is the Lord’s, and all its fullness, the world and those who dwell therein." Psalm 24: 1 "The heaven, even the heavens, are the Lord’s; but the earth He has given to the children of men." Psalm 115: 15 ---- While I was supervising some 3 and 4 year olds at the playground, two boys ran up to me Boy 1: Miss, he won't let me play with the ball!  Boy 1 was pointing at Boy 2 who was hogging the ball. Me to Boy 2: Does this ball belong to you? Boy 2: No, Miss. Me; Who does this ball belong to? Both boys: The school. Me: Which means? Boy 2: We have to share. Me: Good boy! Now go and play with the ball, together. The boys ran off. I noticed boy 2 had now dropped the ball he had been hogging and boy 1 was now hogging it. 😀 Adults can learn a lot from the way kids behave in the playground. Like the toys at schools which are meant to be shared, earth, which belongs to God, has been given to His chldren which they all have to share. At least, that's the theo...

"Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He shall give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord, trust also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass." Psalm 37: 4-5 ---- My flatmate was telling me as her cat, Zeus, is shedding a lot of fur, she intended to get a comb to help with the process.  She said she needed one with soft bristles as Zeus has sensitive skin. The next day, on the bus I noticed a comb on the floor. I picked it up and put it  in my bag. Maybe my flatmate could use it for Zeus. I even took a photo of the comb and texted it to her. Later when I saw my flatmate,  she told me that wasn't the kind of comb she had in mind. She said there were special combs for that purpose. She showed me the kind she was looking for on the Internet.  I told her she should have been more specific. 😀 I believe our all knowing Father God knows exactly what our needs are. My knowledge is limited. I guess I just got excited when I...

 (Previously postedon Facebook on 19.5.2022). "But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." Philippians 4: 19 ---- At the supermarket, I decided to get a meal deal for £3.50. I was told the sausage roll counts as a snack. I could get a main meal and a drink. I chose a sandwich and a bottle of Vimto, my favourite  drink. As soon as I came out of the shop, I started munching on my sausage roll. I thought there was no way I was going to be able to eat the sandwich on top of this roll! I had a thought, why not give it away? I  soon noticed this homeless man sleeping on the pavement. I woke him up and asked him if he fancied a sandwich. He said, "Yes, please!" I left the sandwich and the soft drink beside him, which he can have as breakfast when he wakes up properly.  Thank you, God, for providing both of us with a meal deal! ❤️

“It shall come to pass that before they call, I will answer; and while they are still speaking, I will hear. Isaiah 65: 24 ---- After my aunt's funeral, my brother drove a few of us to the community centre where the reception was taking place. By the time we arrived, there were no free parking spaces available. I silently thanked God for a parking space. My brother suggested for the three of us to go in and reserve a table and he and his friend would scout the local neighbourhood for a parking space. When we entered the community centre, I went to use the toilet. It was then I realised I'd been there recently. Just two months ago, I discovered this place called Woodberry Down with a  reservoir and nature reserve  which I explored. I even took some photos. I then noticed this community centre which had a library. I went in and charged my phone. I even used their toilet. Little did I know that in two months time, I would be attending a reception for my aunt at the same comm...

"Behold, I will do a new thing,Now it shall spring forth; Shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness And rivers in the desert." Isaiah 43: 19 "And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.' Philippians 4: 19, NKJV "Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us.," Ephesians 3:20, NKV ---- Before I started looking for a new home, I prayed about it by thanking God for already providing it. I also had some friends standing with me in prayer.  I had an idea what I was looking for like a nice green, quiet and safe neighbourhood and local amenities like shops, good public transport, close to a park and a local library. I then trusted in God to orovide. I took practical steps like putting the word out for anyone looking for a flatmate. I was also inspired to join this website that specialises in finding flatmates, but yo...