Wait for that wisest of all counselors, Time.
What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.
Pericles was a Greek politician and general during the Golden Age of Athens. He has sometimes been referred to as “the first citizen of Athens.”
From Isaiah 12:2: “Surely God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid, for the Lord God is my strength and my might; He has become my salvation.”
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To a world filling with harsh darkness
Our Heavenly Father wakens trust
God’s love conquers, crushing this starkness
Sending our Redeemer, always just
Jesus, the Messiah, walks the land
His Spirit deepens our mind and soul
We experience God, close at hand
Blood shed on a Cross, paying our toll
With every footprint Jesus makes
Walking forward, His bright light beckons
We follow with faith, make no mistake
Through our adversity, faith checks in
Enemy lurks, bringing temptation
Walking with Jesus, freed like a bird
In alignment with Him . . . Salvation!
Faithful “doers” of God’s Holy Word
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From Psalm 3:3-4: “But you, O Lord are a shield around me, my glory, and the one who lifts up my head. I cry aloud to the Lord, and He answers me from His Holy hill.”
Originally posted March, 2020.
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When we pause and truly reflect upon the acceptance of God’s grace, we will experience the Spirit’s peace.
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(Updated July 8)
You shall be faith sustain yourself and comfort yourself in your Lord, and be strong in His power.
From Proverbs 3:3-4: “Do not let loyalty and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will find favor and high regard in the sight of God and of people.”
Samuel Rutherford (1600-1661) was a Scottish pastor and Christian theologian.
From Mark 5:27-29: “She had heard about Jesus and came up behind Him in the crowd and touched His cloak, for she said, ‘If I but touch His cloak, I will be made well.’ Immediately her flow of blood stopped, and she felt in her body that she was healed of her disease.”
Father’s righteousness
Immortal mercy’s voice
Molding man in His image
Praising heavens, let all rejoice
Savior’s healing breath
Joy fills morning’s new light
Turning darkness upside down
Nourishing with grace, always right
Spirit’s eagerness
Generous with His love
Inspiring faithful actions
Living bread shares truth from above
Messiah restores
Faith accepts lasting peace
Sharing His divine goodness
Living water shall never cease
Father’s blessed plan
Gospel sharing Good News
Witnessing Son’s promised choice
Meeting Calvary, hope renews
From Psalm 30:11-12: “You have turned my mourning into dancing; You have taken off my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, so that my soul may praise You and not be silent. O Lord my God, I will give thanks to You forever.
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God rejoices with our gratitude, given unto Him.
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(Updated July 7)
Pride, fear, resentment, and habit are all tough evidences of the flesh. But those who are being shaped into the image of Christ do not go the way of the flesh.
From 1 Timothy 4:7-8: “Train yourself in godliness, for, while physical training is of some value, godliness is valuable in every way, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.”
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May the sunshine of life energize each of us.
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(Updated July 6)
Next to importance to freedom and justice is popular education, without which neither freedom nor justice can be permanently maintained.
The chief duty of government is to keep the peace and stand out of the sunshine of the people.
James A. Garfield (1831-1881) was the 20th President of the United States.
Calling
Upon Father
Hearing my voice
His righteousness nourishes faith
Energizing
Kneeling
Before Father
Accepting my repentance
His erasing sin’s scorecard
Forgiving
Trusting
Father’s promises
Transforming my wilderness
His steady compass navigates
Following
