SSCC 43 Happy Father's Day Times Two

It is Stampin' Sisters in Christ Challenge time!  Our challenge today is brought to us by founding Stamping Sister Lisa over at The Cat's Meow. I encourage you to visit her blog and thank her as SSCC would not be here if it were not for her creative inspiration.

The challenge: Make a Father's Day or Masculine Card.

The Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-6  "You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses, entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others. Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No one serving as a soldier gets involved in civilian affairs--he wants to please his commanding officer. Similarly, if anyone competes as an athlete, he does not receive the victor's crown unless he competes according to the rules. The hardworking farmer should be the first to receive a share of the crops." 


This is Paul's last letter he ever wrote.  Knowing that his life is ending, Paul counsels Timothy (and us) how to live with the pressures and influences of the day.  There are so many areas to focus on in this passage but the part that I have been dealing with this week is to "be qualified to teach others".  There are many wonderful methods of study but I have found a method that works for me.  Precepts Ministries uses the inductive method and it has changed the way I approach God's Word.   HERE is a print out that gives an overview of this type of study.  Do you have a system of study?  I encourage you to find one that works for you.  The inductive method of bible study has changed my life.  I now am developing the skills to read and understand the meaning of scriptures, and how that should look in my life. I am a work in progress and by no means a qualified teacher of the Word as Paul directs us; just one that loves the pursuit and journey of the Truth.  I pray that for you.


I have two cards for you today.  The first one is a rather untraditional Father's Day card but one that I hope that my father will like it.  He will be 95 next month and now lives in a home that cares for him wonderfully.   Of course, he would rather be at his house but he has trouble remembering things now and needs constant care.   Using Our Daily Bread Designs Scripture Series 1, I thought that he would find comfort in the verse from Zephaniah 3: 17 " The Lord your God is with you, He is mighty to save, He will take great delight in you,  He will quite you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing."  I also thought that he might enjoy an easel card {CPC's FOF57 Challenge}that he can leave up in his room.  The DCWV paper has a little sheen to it.  I took several pics but each had their own problems so I apologize for the poor quality of the picture. This was also my first time making an easel card.  I have been intimidated by this and I shouldn't have since it was very easy!  HERE is a link for a tutorial that even has a video for visual learners.  (that's me)

The second card is for my dad, too!  I bought this a while ago from Flourishes as it reminded me of my dad so much.  He has had several sailboats over the years and loved to watch the tall ships whenever he could.  

Our sponsor this week is Simon Says Stamp and providing one random winner this cute stamp set called Birthday Cake Just For You.  Don't forget to stop by the Stampin' Sisters in Christ blog to see what the other DT gals have been up to with the challenge this week. You can also visit their blogs by clicking their names below.
Candace, Chris, Grace, Kathy, Linda, Lisa, Miesje, Peggysue, Rebekka

Challenges Used: Christian Paper Crafts Fun On Friday 57: Make an easel card.
Today's Blessing: I have a few pictures of my studio window being installed.

They did all the cutting from the outside.

DH's  trimming progress.

Here is a peak of my semi finished room.  This is Penny, one of our Yorkies, and she loves to sit on my desk as I create.

Thanks for stopping by today.  I am missing the preview button on Blogger today so I have no idea what this post looks like so I apologize for any weirdness.
Randi

Recipe: 
Card 1
Stamps: Our Daily Bread Designs Scripture Series 1, Happy Father's Day, Dad
Paper: DCWV Green Stack; SU
Ink: Memento Rich Cocoa
Embellishments: Jo-Ann's Metal Dots
Tools: Spellbinders Classic Ovals, Labels Three
Technique: Easel Card

Card 2
Stamps: Flourishes
Paper: SU
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black; Copics E 11, 13, 15, 19 Ship; E 53, 55, 57 Sails; BG 10, 11, 13, 15, 18 Water and Skies; R17 Flag
Embellishments: GKD Buttons, Twine, Dew Drops Water;
Tools: Spellbinders Fancy Tags