Stop and think. We’ve no clue as to what will happen one minute from now . . . But our invisible God in His providence, is continually, constantly, and confidently at work.
From Revelation 17:14: “They will wage war on the Lamb, and the Lamb will conquer them, for He is Lord of lords and King of kings, and those with Him are called and chosen and faithful.”
Charles Swindoll (born 1934) is an American pastor and Christian author.
This informative post will be published on Saturday in place of my regular one. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
How can a person go 25 days without sleep?
(answer found at the end of this post)
One of nature’s most colorful insects is the dragonfly. Here are some quick facts about this species:
As a flying insect, the dragonfly’s body is long and thin. Two sets of clear, veined wings work together as the dragonfly is constantly in flight.
The four wings move independently of each other, and this enables the dragonfly to fly forward or backward. It has the ability to hover much like a helicopter, and it can travel at speeds of up to 35 mph.
With its large eyes, the dragonfly experiences a nearly 360-degree field of vision. Its long legs are not designed for walking, but they become useful in holding its captured prey while in flight.
A dragonfly can consumer large numbers of mosquitoes, easily between 30 and 100 per day. It’s no wonder that dragonfly has been nicknamed the “mosquito hawk.”
The life cycle of the dragonfly begins with a female inserting eggs one-by-one into a cut slit in the stem of a waterplant. By spring or summer, fully-grown naiads will crawl out of the water habitat to mature as adults.
By sleeping at night.
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Sometimes the lingering snow in March reminds us to exhibit the patience of a lamb while the lion roars.
Do you write a daily journal? This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts. Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.
(Updated December 28)
A person often meets his destiny on the road he took to avoid it.
Sadness flies away on the wings of time.
Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695) was a French fabulist as well as a widely read poet.
Experiencing
Daily blessings
Heavenly Father above
Source of faith’s comfort
Joy
Praising
Father’s love
Redemption from Savior
Each sin washed white
Peace
Prayer’s
Intimate conversation
Father’s daily grace
Heart opened, hearing Him
Hope
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The “real” truth will always be found in God’s Word.
Do you write a daily journal? This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts. Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.
(Updated December 27)
God’s mill grinds slow, but sure.
From Psalm 39:7: “And now, O Lord, what do I wait for? My hope is in You.
George Herbert (1593-1633) was an English poet and priest.
From Luke 2:6-7: “While they were there, the time came for her to deliver her child. And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped Him in bands of cloth and laid Him in a manger.”
Echoes ring with “Merry Christmas”
To everyone and all
Filled with goodwill’s peace
Witness in each joy-filled call
Deck every hall with love so rich
Each generation shall praise
Gifts of hope opened
Light from Bethlehem ablaze
World no longer suffers darkness
Humble manger shares love
Beneath heavens’ stars
Christ-child descends from above
Dreams of promised peace awakened
Gratitude filled with joy
Faithful kneel to pray
Each shepherd set to deploy
From Luke 2:14: “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace among those whom He favors.”
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Our heavenly Father understands how a Bethlehem-born Prince will bring tomorrow’s light, illuminated with the gift of eternity’s peace.
Do you write a daily journal? This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts. Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.
(Updated December 26)
We live beneath the protective palm of a sovereign King who superintends every circumstance of our lives and delights in doing us good.
From Isaiah 43:2: “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you, and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.”
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