Hoarder, who me?

I literally feel sick to my stomach.
Today is the day I decided it was time to put the snowman decor' away. I have had it with winter and I need to brighten up the place some. 
It's been eye opening.

I have tubs full of things I enjoy decorating our home with: 
Spring Tub
4th of July Tub
Easter Tub
Fall Tub
Snowman/Winter Tub
Christmas Tree Decor' Tub
Christmas Tub

I also have miscellaneous items that don't fit in a tub.
Candlesticks
Wall Decor' for mantle
Framed Art
Dried reeds
Garland

I am overwhelmed.  Thus, the stomach involvement.
Overwhelmed with:
Guilt
The work the stuff creates

Guess what I figured out...It's bling!!! It's bling for my house. Oh good grief!

More truth...here it comes.

Do not store up treasures...where moths destroy... comes to mind...

Ok, Lord...really?  I Google "moths destroy scripture" and up comes Matthew 6:19. So I grab my Message Bible because I really like to see how things are worded in this version.
The first two words are "Don't hoard". I throw up my hands and let out a little gasp and chuckle. I had already titled my blog entry. He hits me between the eyes yet again. He is so good at that. So good at knowing how to get my attention when I sit still long enough to listen.
Oh Amy, still so much to learn, so much to apply, so much to admit.

This chica is thankful for grace. Thankful for His patience.


Stockpile treasure in heaven, where it's safe from moth and rust and burglars. It's obvious, isn't it? The place where your treasure is, is the place you will most want to be, and end up being. The Message Mat 6:20
Heaven. Where your treasure will never lose value. No one can steal it.
This sounds heavenly!


Less time on the literal things, items of possession, things on earth. More time with Him, for Him and being about His business.

So...there is a reason He had me initiate the 40 bags in 40 days challenge...it's all becoming more clear.
 Is He up to something in you?

Humbled,

Amy

Bag #17 Jewelry drawer in Bathroom
Bag #18 Medicine Cabinet (old makeup)
Bag #19 Christmas Decor
Bag #20 Christmas Tree
Remember...we are working on these 40 bags until Good Friday...you can do it!