Heaven on earth is knowing God, loving God, allowing Him to shine within us, and experiencing His power and presence in all we think and do.
Marie Chapian (born 1938) is an American writer and radio ministry host.From 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12: “As you know, we dealt with each one of you like a father with his children, urging and encouraging you and pleading that you lead a life worthy of God, who calls you into His own kingdom and glory.”
This informative post will be published on Saturday in place of my regular one. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
How is “seven” different from the rest of the numbers between one and ten?
(answer found at the end of this post)
A familiar indoor sound often comes from the tiny cricket. There are about 900 species worldwide.
Here are a few quick facts about the cricket:
Resembling a grasshopper, the cricket possesses powerful hind legs, small wings, and a long, slender antennae. They are nocturnal creatures, and they are gifted with acute hearing. This is evident when a human tries to sneak up on a cricket. Their ears are located on the knee of each front leg.
Crickets are frequently found in plant undergrowth and sheltered areas. House crickets are found indoors in homes, bakeries, and kitchens.
The pleasant chirp of a cricket comes from the male. He raises his ribbed left forewing, then rubs it against the scraper on his right forewing. The male’s calling serenades an interested female with his courtship song.
Many consider it good luck to have a cricket living in a home near the hearth of the fireplace.
The use of the word “cricket” has found meanings in other parts of the human world. The game of cricket is the second most popular sport in the world. It revolves around a bat and ball game played between two teams of 11 players each.
One of American music’s iconic rock and roll bands in the late 1950s was the Crickets. Buddy Holly was the lead singer with original members: Jerry Allison, Joe Mauldin, and Niki Sullivan.
Seven has two syllables and the other numbers only have one syllable.
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Yesterday is history and today is nearly finished, but our vision can always appreciate tomorrow.
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 February 10)
If a window of opportunity appears, don’t pull down the shade.
Smile if it kills you. The physiology of smiling diffuses a lot of anger and angst. It makes your body and soul feel better.
Tom Peters (born 1942) is an American writer. Much of his work deals with business management practices.
Immanuel
Angel’s message
God with us
Living in human form
Jesus
Child
Humble birthplace
Sleeping in manger
Destined to save world
Redeemer
Rabbi
Parables taught
Faith’s promised answer
Arriving on Easter morn
Resurrection
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Through His mercy, our lifetime witnesses a blessed journey through God’s creation. Jesus opens a door into experiencing it for eternity.
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 February 9)
The God who spoke still speaks. He comes into our world. He comes into your world. He comes to do what you can’t.
From Isaiah 46:4: “Even to your old age I am He; even when you turn gray I will carry you. I have made, and I will bear; I will carry and will save.”
Virgin prairie
Endless grassy sea
Fertile, untouched
Living always free
Nature’s preserve
Blessed grassy sea
Native people
Worship what they see
Gift forever
Treasured grassy sea
Timeless, precious
Mother Earth agrees
Standing knee high
Faithful grassy sea
Glory days sing
Praises fill with glee
Man’s encroachment
Constant grassy sea
Days now numbered
Earth makes her plea
Plowing under
Cherished grassy sea
Another farm
Way of life now flees
Forever gone
Priceless grassy sea
Winds of time change
What should always be
Pockets remain
Endless grassy sea
Memories breathe
Yesterday foresees
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Our Creator’s eternal vision fills the landscape with endless treasures.
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 February 8)
In nature nothing exists alone.
But man is a part of nature, and his war against nature is inevitably a war against himself.
Rachel Carson (1907-1964) was an American marine biologist, conservationist, and writer. Many of her writings helped to advance the global environmental movement.
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