Anything one man can imagine, other men can make real. (Taken from AROUND THE WORLD IN EIGHTY DAYS)
We may brave human laws, but we cannot resist natural ones. (Taken from 20,000 LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA)
Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist, poet, and playwright. Several of his novels became classics, and two of his finest works are listed in the quotes above. His writings were highly skilled in their technical aspects, even though his vision was years ahead of his lifetime.
From Hebrews 11:1: “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”
Life filled with uncertainty
Wondering where next step leads
Eyes witness dark, empty tomb
Reaping Father’s faithful seeds
Holy Word always certain
Lighting up life’s righteous road
Father’s mercy surprises
Meeting us at life’s crossroads
Days fill with expectancy
Trading our uncertain ways
Jesus Christ, faith’s lightning rod
Navigating through life’s maize
Certain of each tomorrow
Teaching His children through grace
New life begins at one cross
Praising Savior, now embrace
Certain in uncertainty
Praying, filled with fortitude
Spiritual life blossoms
Building hope’s new attitude
From Lamentations 3:22-23: “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.”
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The size of our faith’s interactions with God will multiply with our frequency of worship and prayer.
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 June 18)
We are uncertain of the next step, but we are certain of God. Immediately we abandon to God, and do the duty that lies nearest, He packs our life with surprises all the time.
From 1 John 3:2: Beloved, we are God’s children now; what we will be has not yet been revealed. What we do know is this: when He is revealed, we will be like Him, for we will see Him as He is.”
Oswald Chambers (1874-1917) was a Scottish evangelist and Christian teacher. Following his death from an illness while in Egypt during World War I, his wife took on the task of transcribing the detailed notes she had written from his lectures and sermons. Gertrude Hobbs Chambers’ efforts resulted in the publication in 1924 of MY UTMOST FOR HIS HIGHEST. I frequently read from this devotional, and it has greatly deepened my faith and understanding of God’s Word.
This informative post will be posted on Saturday along with my usual writing. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
You driving a bus. Four people get on, three people get off, then eight people get on and ten people get off, then six people get on and two more people get off. Do you have enough information to know what color the bus driver’s eyes are?
(answer found at the end of this post)
British writer H. G. (Herbert George) Wells produced many gems found in science-fiction literature. During his lifetime (1866-1946), he wrote countless books that earned him recognition as the “father of science fiction.”
Among his most popular novels is THE WAR OF THE WORLDS, which was published in 1898. This franchise has spawned three adaptations of Wells’ classic story.
These include:
On October 30, 1938, Orson Welles and his team produced a radio drama that went over the top in its dramatic presentation. Claiming that aliens from Mars had invaded New Jersey, this fake news bulletin was aired with stunning effect, and it created mass panic. Many of the listeners who tuned in late missed the disclaimer at the beginning of the broadcast that stated the drama was not real.
The first film screenplay adapted from Wells’ novel was “The War of the Worlds.” A small town was attacked by Martians who were intent on beginning their global conquest. By today’s standards, the special effects seemed crude and not authentic. However, the film performed well as one of several with a science-fiction theme that were filmed in the 1950s.
The final adaptation of Wells’ screenplay came in the second film, “War of the Worlds.” Directed by Steven Spielberg, the script presented the horrific events as seen through the eyes of an American family, as they witnessed an alien invasion that attempted to overwhelm the planet.
Yes. They are the color of your eyes–you are driving the bus.
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When a writer interacts with the world around him and adds a touch of futurism, the reader appreciates the journey’s imagination into science-fiction.
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 June 17)
Human history becomes more a race between education and catastrophe.
What really matters is what you do with what you have.
H. G. (Herbert George) Wells (1866-1946) was a British novelist, journalist, and historian. Many of his published works share a futuristic view, and this has earned him the distinction of being the “father of science fiction.”
Receiving
God’s grace
Encountering His peace
Burdens given to Him
Freedom
Trouble
Seeking refuge
Father’s quiet grace
Forgiving sin’s heavy shame
Assurance
Christ’s
Healing love
Resurrecting broken heart
Journey of nurturing grace
Redemption
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When reading from the prophet Isaiah’s verses, we see Jesus. His Father’s grace-filled plan of salvation stands right before our eyes.
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 June 16)
Bible history is filled with people who began the race with great success but failed at the end because they disregarded God’s rules.
From Psalm 119:66: “Teach me good judgment and knowledge, for I believe in Your commandments.”
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