Who was my Aunt Eleanor Lena Schuler Boldt, 1910-1995?

But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness...

Matthew 6:33 NJK BibleGateway

1925 Schuler family Front row l-r Dorothy 1921, Mildred 1919 Back row l-r Eleanor 1910, Nettie Couch1884, William John Schuler 1871, Lloyd 1912

Who was Aunt Eleanor to me? Eleanor was my mother’s older sister, the first born of the family. Aunt Eleanor married Rev. William J. Boldt in 1943. He was pastor of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Joliet, Illinois. She moved into the parsonage attached to the church. From about 1946 to mid 1950s, our family lived next door. Eleanor was my Sunday school teacher, summer Bible school teacher, Sunday night junior high school leader. Many happy hours of instruction came from my aunt in the form of flannel-graph stories such as the “stoning of Stephen” and chalk talks with the music and story of “Peter and the Wolf.” Many pleasant memories of “childhood family” time flood my mind. That’s a whole different blog.

In the years before technology, Uncle Bill and Aunt Eleanor traveled many miles supporting missionaries in EVERY country. The missionaries would share their plans, needs and how the mission boards could support their specific work. In 1959, my dad traveled with them to Africa to film their trip firsthand, so different from zoom meetings today.  When they came home, we enjoyed many hours of stories and photos.  Matthew 28:19-20.

By 1980, they moved to Evansville, Indiana. Uncle Bill died in 1988; Eleanor continued sharing their interest in missions.  This time, she would use the mail service. She would go to the library and copy notes of joy and encouragement; as she wrote letters, the envelopes always had poems and scripture attached, example, Romans 8:32, 2 Timothy 1:7. Also, Eleanor spent many hours in her living room at her prayer table. This glass top coffee table displayed photos as reminders to pray for families and friends by name. Eleanor loved Jesus Christ as her personal Savior. She daily shared John 3:16 and John 8:32.

This is how I remember Aunt Eleanor by love for her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, not the young child searching for the meaning for her life. Truly, Ella S. or Aunt Eleanor found meaning for her life.

This blog was written in two parts for Eleanor's view of herself read Who was Eleanor Lena Schuler Boldt, 1910-1995?

 

 

 

 

 

God’s Will

 

If necessary, God will shake up heaven and earth to get our attention and show us His will.

2Chronicles 20:12

¹² Our God, will you not judge them? For we have no power to face this vast army that is attacking us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you.” NIV  www.biblegaeway.com

The following is part of Life Principle 10 by Dr. Charles Stanley. For the complete page with scripture references, please open your copy of the 30 Life Principles.

   God always wants the best for us, and He is committed to showing us how to follow the specific plan He has designed for each of our lives. He wants us to listen for His voice, to hear what He wants us to do, and how He wants us to do it (Isaiah 30:19-21).

   When we begin to wander from the course God has set for us, He will take all kinds of measures to capture our attention and protect us from harm. He has a wide variety of ways to help us to take notice, among them:

• A restless spirit
• A spoken word
• An unusual blessing
•  Unanswered prayer
• Disappointment
• Extraordinary circumstances
• Defeat
• Financial troubles
• Tragedy, sickness, and affliction

   The Father always knows exactly where you are in your journey of faith and precisely what it will take to get your attention. Stay alert; notice if any of these divine methods are occurring—or recurring—in your life. If they are, ask Him what He wants to tell you. Be willing to hear and obey what He says.

When faced with a decision, ask, “What does the Bible say?” and “Will my actions reflect God’s love to someone else?” These questions are for me and my “snapping turtle” personality. With all the turmoil, life moving faster and faster, as tragedy upon tragedy piles up, Dr. Tony Evans presented an encouraging message to the Christian National Broadcasters Convention in June 2021. Please pray and then listen to Dr. Evans. This video encourages my heart!!!

 

God presented the reading on Life Principle 10 and Dr. Evans’ powerful message at the National Religious Broadcaster’s Convention within days of each other. So, as Bill Gaither says, “Something Good is About to Happen!” Dr. Evans concluded his message with the example of looking at coming attractions. As a believer in Jesus Christ, we are to allow the Holy Spirit to demonstrate God to all people. Will someone look at me and want to see the main event? Will they ask, “How do I purchase a ticket?” The ticket has already been purchased with the blood of Jesus Christ. All someone has to do is accept the ticket.

John 3:16

For God so loved the world [including add your name] that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever [including add your name] believes in him, [add your name], shall not perish but have eternal life.  NIV   John 3:16      https://www.biblegateway.com/verse/en/John%203:16

The gift of God is eternal life...

"The gift of God is eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord." Romans 6:23

   If you have ever memorized a verse of Scripture, most likely it is John 3:16: "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." It is the verse most often heard in the simplicity and beauty of a little child's voice proudly reciting it from memory. And it is the verse most often whispered by aged saints as they breathe their last breaths. It is the entire gospel in a nutshell.

   John 3:16 speaks of the cause of this great salvation. "For God so loved..." The single motivating factor behind God's redemptive plan is His love for you and me. This beloved verse also speaks of the cost of this salvation: "He gave His only Son." Jesus paid a high price to redeem us to Himself-death on a Roman cross outside the city gates of Jerusalem. And salvation's condition? "Whosoever believes in Him..." That speaks of me. It speaks of you. And any and all may come, placing their faith in Him alone. Finally,, this verse speaks of salvation's consequence: we "should not perish but have everlasting life." Those without Christ are perishing...a little more each day.

   Let God love you today as you meditate on this old and oft-repeated promise.

CODE WORD: GIFT

What do you do to get a gift: You don't earn it or deserve it. Someone who loves you very much gives it freely to you, and all you have to do is receive it. God's gift of eternal life, although purchased at great expense, is a free gift. Your part? Receive it by faith.

Lord, thank You for loving me even when I am so unloving. Your love has no boundaries. I receive Your unconditional love right now by faith. In Jesus' name, amen.

Hawkins, O.S. The Passion Code: 100 Days with Jesus. Nashville: Thomas Nelson. 2019. pgs 104-105.

Free gift-------eternal life in Jesus Christ our LORD!!!

 

   If you have ever memorized a verse of Scripture, most likely it is John 3:16: "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." It is the verse most often heard in the simplicity and beauty of a little child's voice proudly reciting it from memory. And it is the verse most often whispered by aged saints as they breath their last breaths. It is the entire gospel in a nutshell.

   John 3:16 speaks of the cause of this great salvation: "For God so loved. . ." The single motivating factor behind God's entire redemptive plan is His love for you and me. This beloved verse also speaks of the cost of this salvation: "He gave His only Son." Jesus paid a high price to redeem us to Himself-death on a Roman cross outside the city gates of Jerusalem. And salvation's condition? "Whosoever believes in Him. . ." That speaks of me. It speaks of you. And any and all may come, placing their faith in Him alone. Finally, this verse speaks of salvation's consequence: We "shall not perish but have everlasting life." Those without Christ are perishing. . . a little more each day.

  Let God love you today as you meditate on this old and oft-repeated promise.

The gift of God is eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 6:23

Hawkins, O.S. THE Easter CODE, A 40-DAY JOURNEY TO THE CROSS, Nelson Publishing, 2019, page 60.

Psalm 23 A psalm of David.

The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need.

He lets me rest in green meadows; He leads me beside peaceful streams.

He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to His name.

Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for You are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.

You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings.

Surely goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the LORD forever.

Psalm 23 NLT - Psalm 23 - A psalm of David. The LORD - Bible Gateway

Peace at Christmas Time

And the angel said unto them, FEAR NOT FOR BEHOLD. I bring you good tidings of great joy. WHICH SHALL BE TO ALL PEOPLE FOR UNTO YOU IS BORN THIS DAY IN THE CITY OF DAVID A SAVIOUR, which is Christ the LORD.

 Luke 2:10-11, King James Version.

The Virgin Mary gave birth to His son. A miracle, we know that anything is possible if we believe in God's love. And we do believe.

Christmas is a time for joy, for hope, for peace. May these blessings be yours today, tomorrow, and in the year that awaits us.

This is a time for gratitude. I am so very thankful for ALL my sisters and brothers in Christ.

For God so loved the world [including add your name] that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever [including add your name] believes in him, [add your name], shall not perish but have eternal life.  NIV   John 3:16      https://www.biblegateway.com/verse/en/John%203:1 

John 3:16 God's Gift to Me

Romans 6:23 

23 For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

New International Version (NIV) www.BibleGateway.com

   If you have ever memorized a verse of Scripture, most likely it is John 3:16: "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." It is the verse most often heard in the simplicity and beauty of a little child's voice proudly reciting it from memory. And it is the verse most often whispered by aged saints as they breathe their last breaths. It is the entire gospel in a nutshell.

   John 3:16 speaks of the cause of this great salvation: "For God so loved..." The single motivating factor behind God's entire redemptive plan is His love for you and me. This beloved verse also speaks of the cost of this salvation: "He gave His only Son." Jesus paid a high price to redeem us to Himself-death on a Roman cross outside the city gates of Jerusalem. And salvation's condition? "Whosoever believes in Him..." That speaks of me. It speaks of you. And any and all may come, placing their faith in Him alone. Finally, this verse speaks of salvation's consequence: We "shall not perish but have everlasting life." Those without Christ are perishing. . . a little more each day.

   Let God love you today as you meditate on this old and oft-repeated promise.

CODE WORD: GIFT

What do you do to get a gift? You don't earn it or deserve it. Someone who loves you very much gives it freely to you, and all you have to do is receive it. God's gift of eternal life, although purchased at great expense, is a free gift. Your part? Receive it by faith.

A PASSION: PROCLAMATION

The gift of God is eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 6:23

Lord, thank You for loving me even when I am so unloving Your love has no boundaries. I receive Your unconditional love right now by faith. In Jesus' name, amen.

Hawkings, O.S. The Easter CODE: A 40-day Journey to the Cross. Thomas Nelson: Nashville. 2019. page 60-61.

"The Joshua Code: 52 Scripture Verses Every Believer Should Know"

 The Joshua CODE: 52 Scripture Verses Every Believer Should Know by O. S. Hawkins is written on the premises of Joshua 1:8 "This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night . . ." This is a book for memory and meditation. Please, use this book as a guide to hide God's word in your heart!!!

www.oshawkins.com

My first exposure to Dr. Hawkins was viewing him on the Huckabee TV show on TBN during December 2018. I liked his enthusiasm for wanting to assist people to know, understand and meditate on God's word, the Holy Bible. Then he hooked me in by adding, "All royalties from this book are donated to Mission:Dignity, which helps retiree missionaries, ministers, workers, and their spouses." With many books sitting on my shelf begging to be read, another book was NOT in my plans. But, it was in His plans. Always wanting to support missionaries, I came home with three books for my bookshelf. Well, I started reading VIP:Very Influential Person and am still reading. I am using the other two books as morning and evening devotionals. None of the three are gathering dust on the book shelf.

The following is a quote on John 3:16 from chapter 2, page 23, unknown, yet wise old sage:

For God . . . the greatest Lover

so loved . . . the greatest degree

the world . . .the greatest company

that He gave . . .the greatest act

His only begotten Son . . . the greatest gift

that whoever . . .the greatest opportunity

believes . . . the greatest simplicity

in Him . . . the greatest attraction

should not perish . . . the greatest promise

but . . . the greatest difference

have . . . the greatest certainty

everlasting life . . . the greatest possession

Each chapter is very short, but powerful. Go slow! Take time to read, study and meditate!!!