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As we experience life’s highs and lows, sometimes we need to decide whether to push or pull our little, red wagon.
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(Updated May 21)
Fame is a vapor, popularity an accident, riches take wing, and only character endures.
The best way to secure future happiness is to be as happy as is rightfully possible today.
Horace Greeley (1811-1872) was an American newspaper editor and publisher.
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From 1 Peter 2:24: “He himself bore our sins in His body on the Cross, so that, free from sins, we might live for righteousness; by His wounds you have been healed.”
Chosen and precious in God’s sight
To believers, Christ’s Spirit brings Salvation
Jesus Christ turns darkness into light
Our faith’s chosen and precious cornerstone
Christ comes forward to redeem us
We can live by His bread alone
Jesus becomes our Holy, High Priest
Believe and never put to shame
God’s own Son takes His seat
Nonbelievers reject God’s Holy, chosen one
Christ prevails to become our Rock
Salvation goes through God’s Holy Son
Christ suffers mightily for His flock
Yet, He never commits any sin
Following God’s steps around the clock
Christ never waivers, He follows through
Entrusting Himself to His Heavenly Father
Bearing our sins, Resurrection’s glorious view
Our lives feel threatened with gloom
Jesus never ceases caring for us
Standing by, Christ prevents our doom
Jesus at our side, always a friend
Loving us with passion and intensity
Our opportunity for Salvation, God sends
Christ, the Good Shepherd, beckons us
No longer gone astray and lost
Christ’s body and blood heal us
The old, rugged cross stands tall
Freeing us from our endless sins
Washing us white, Salvation calls all
Living in bondage, forever in sin
Emancipation by Christ, paying the ransom
Accepting Christ, brings all believers in
From Luke 24:6: “Remember how He told you, while He was still in Galilee, that the Son of Man must be handed over to sinners, and be crucified, and on the third day rise again.”
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Originally published September, 2019.
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With Christ as faith’s cornerstone, God encourages us to apply regularly scheduled maintenance to our journey with Him.
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(Updated May 20)
If you are overcome by burdens in your life, it is time to trust the only One who can carry your heavy load.
From Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to Me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you, and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy, and My burden is light.”
From John 16:27: “For the Father Himself loves you because you have loved Me and have believed that I came from God.”
Walking with Jesus
Coming to know Him
Rising from ashes
Life no longer grim
Kneeling with Jesus
Joining now as one
Praying to Father
His work shall be done
Standing with Jesus
Hearing trusted Word
Subduing darkness
Faith’s walk undeterred
Sitting with Jesus
Receiving His peace
Forgiving each sin
Light shall never cease
Talking with Jesus
Accepting His love
Sharing Father’s grace
Glory shines above
From John 16:33: “I have said this to you so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you face persecution, but take courage: I have conquered the world!”
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With the everlasting grace of our Savior’s Resurrection, our faith is strengthened daily. Jesus Christ is indeed alive, and may we always know that we shall never walk alone.
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(Updated May 19)
To be in Christ is the source of the Christian life; to be like Christ is the sum of His excellence; to be with Christ is the fullness of His joy.
From 2 Corinthians 5:17: “So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; look, new things have come into being!”
Charles Hodge (1797-1878) was an American theologian and Christian teacher.
This informative post will be published on Saturday in place of my regular one. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
Johnny throws a ball as hard as he can. It comes back to him, even though nothing touches it. How does this happen?
(answer found at the end of this post)
The insect world is filled with an endless variety of fascinating creatures. The soldier beetle is quite unique with its colorful appearance and shape.
Here are a few quick facts about the soldier beetle:
The soldier beetle’s appearance resembles leather or a soldier’s uniform. The red soldier beetle appears to be dressed like a British redcoat from the 1700s. Other beetles may appear more yellow (goldenrod) or yellowish-orange. Their body’s bright markings are offset by dark markings on the wings and legs.
Soldier beetles are frequently found in and around flower gardens where they mate, hunt, and eat. Their graceful flight patterns are distinguished with short bursts of flying, followed by gliding. Without a need to bite or sting, they are harmless to humans.
They contribute in a positive way to the balance of life in any ecosystem. They do not damage gardens or crops as they provide pest control and serve as agricultural pollinators. In turn, they are a source of food for birds.
The life cycle of the soldier beetle begins with a female laying her eggs on leaves of a plant stem. Later, they will hatch into larvae with a worm-like appearance. Once the larvae are fully grown, the pupae will form a protective cocoon. After metamorphosis, they will emerge as a transformed adult. Adults live for a few weeks to several months.
This post is inspired by the nature photography of Linda’s blog at Lagniappe. Her camera enjoys sharing nature’s treasures along with her insightful narratives.
Johnny throws the ball straight up in the air.
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Nature’s journey will be filled with a promised kaleidoscope of experiences and emotions.
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(Updated May 18)
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