Challenge #171 - Anything Goes

Welcome back to Word Art Wednesday, everyone!  We hope you had a great week, and that you have had lots of time for crafting.  We absolutely love seeing the beautiful projects you share with us.  This week, the extra prize Karen is offering will be a special treat from The Kraft Outlet (one of our sponsors).  All you have to do is check out their AMAZING shop (maybe even treat yourself to something new); and then come back here and tell me what item you found in the Kraft Outlet store that you didn't know they carried.  Just leave a comment telling us the Item Number of that product.  Easy!  One lucky person from those comments will receive a little treat from The Kraft Outlet (in addition to the prize they're offering this week).  That's THREE chances to win again this week.  I also encourage you to check out Moonlighting By Mary, our digital sponsor for this week.  Her images are GORGEOUS!  You just might want to take a peek at what Mary has in her shop, as well!

Our word art for this week is Mark 12:30, and this important command are the words of Jesus himself.  Since He took the time to say these words to us, then we can rest assured that they are important.  We need to really examine His command to us, and obey it so that we can experience the full joy He intends for us.  In this particular passage, the scribes were questioning Jesus, and they asked Him "which is the first commandment of all"?  Jesus answered with this passage.  This command is different than "The Ten Commandments"; it's a lesson to the scribes (as to all) that we need to love the Lord, our God, with ALL our heart, soul, mind and strength.  One might guess that His reasoning for this is because if we don't have this type of unquestioning and unfailing love for Him, we would be unable to keep the other commandments He has given us.  If we truly love God, we will desire to keep His commands.  Most people, if asked, would say that they love God.  But the proof of our love for Him is in our actions.  We can't say that we love Him, and then not keep His commands.  We demonstrate our love for Him by being obedient in every aspect.  God proved His love for us by giving Himself as a sacrifice for our sins.  What have we done to prove our love for Him?  It's really something to think about.  Let's ask ourselves this question, "If someone looks at me and examines my life, do they see my love for Jesus?"  If it's not perfectly obvious, through our actions, that we love God; then we really need to make some changes.  God has given us so much.  Our unconditional love should be our thanks, as evidence, for all He has given to us.  We have yet another beautiful verse that tells us how to live, and how to receive ALL that God has for us.

As always, you are welcome to save this week's free scripture/word art file to your computer, but are not required to use it in order to play along in our challenges.   We welcome you share your art with us; remembering that Anything Goes as long as it's family-friendly, and uses an encouraging or uplifting sentiment. This includes any type of altered or digital art (not just limited to cards).  You may link up to five (5) projects each week. The more you enter, the more you increase your odds of winning.  It is our desire that God's Word will be a blessing and encouragement to you each week. If you have any questions about the rules, be sure to read the complete list of rules under our page tab for "Challenge Rules".  Because our ultimate goal is to honor God, we have no other choice but to delete any entries that do not adhere to these guidelines.  Let us know if you have any questions, and thanks for your understanding and participation!

Here's this week's scripture/word art file.

We hope it will be a blessing to you.

Here are this week's AMAZING sponsors:

The Kraft Outlet is offering one lucky person
a $15 Gift Certificate to their AWSOME
store.  Click here to browse and shop
The Kraft Outlet
AND

Moonlighting By Mary is our WONDERFUL
Digital Sponsor this week.  This lovely shop
is filled with the sweetest images.  Click here
to browse and shop Moonlighting Designs

And Now......Our Lucky Winners!

Mark's Finest Papers is giving a new stamp set

to one of our randomly chosen entrants.  That
lucky person is #6 - Stephanie S.

AND

Special thanks to Crafty Secrets

for offering one VERY lucky winner

one of their beautiful Spring Collections

from their Digital Shop.  What a treat!
 It's Lucky Entry #178 - Graciellie
AND
The winner of Karen's prize for
using a Crafty Secrets image is
Entry #129 - Cynthia (Stampin' In Alaska)

  

 WINNERS:  Please email Karen THIS WEEK

to claim your prize!  Thanks.

May God bless all our amazing sponsors.
We appreciate them all SO very much!

Here's Some Inspiration to Get You Started

Martha Lucia Gomez, Our February Guest Designer

Our Fill-In Designer, Stephanie Castro 

Heather Dennis

Diane Noble

 

Laura Lunsford

Stephanie Wright

Using Sponsor, Kraft Outlet Product

Brown Baker's Twine

Carole Robb Bisson

See Carole's Blog for Inside View

Karen Letchworth

Using Sponsor Supplies from Kraft Outlet

Including Tape Measure Washi Tape, a Small Glassine Bag,

and Winter White & Butter Seam Binding

An InLinkz Link-up