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Before we can serve others with love, we need to feel love in our own hearts.
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 March 4)
This informative post will be posted on Saturday along with my usual writing. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
Which of these does not belong in a group with the others?
(A) Spider
(B) Tick
(C) Flea
(D) Scorpion
(answer found at the end of this post)
One of nature’s biggest menaces in the insect world is the blood-sucking mosquito.
Here are some interesting facts about the mosquito:
The life cycle of a mosquito begins when a female lays eggs in water. Larvae grow to half an inch, feeding on algae and bacteria. They mature and emerge as hungry adults.
The female mosquito is a quick eater. She lands on a animal (such as a human), stabs her needle-sharp proboscis into the skin, and draws out blood. She spits back up a small bit into the wound, causing it to itch.
There are approximately 200 species of mosquitoes in the United States. Only about 12 actually carry germs and make people sick. Most species are more of a bother than anything else, and are labeled as nuisance mosquitoes.
One species of mosquito may actually do more good than harm. The Elephant Mosquito has a sapphire-blue and silver-stripped body. It pollinates flowers at night, and its larvae feed on other dangerous species.
(C) Flea
A flea is an insect, and the other three are arachnids.
The mind one enlightened cannot again again become dark.
A body of men holding themselves accountable to nobody ought not to be trusted by anybody.
Thomas Paine (1737-1809) was an English-American activist, philosopher, and revolutionary. His pamphlet, “Common Sense,” served as an active voice in support of the American Revolutionary War.
Beholding
God’s Kingdom
Built upon righteousness
Come, receive His peace
Light
Grace
Unselfishly given
Justified by faith
Always surrounded with Light
Jesus
Personal
Lenten journey
Walking alongside Jesus
Darkness replaced with Light
Repentance
This series of poems (written in the German-inspired style of Elfchen or Elevenie) shares a total of eleven words in each poem, with a sequence by line of one, two, three, four, and one words.
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We are truly blessed in our daily walk to move from darkness to light because of our relationship with Jesus Christ.
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 March 3)
It is God to whom and with whom we travel, and while He is the End of our journey, He is also at every stopping place.
From Proverbs 21:21: “Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life and honor.”
Elisabeth Elliot (1926-2015) was a Christian author and speaker. She and her husband, Jim, spent time as missionaries in Ecuador.
Gray landscape waiting
Winter tugging life’s reins
Nature’s heart pulsating
Searching barren plains
Quiet, chilly morn
Spring waiting for its turn
Nature’s melody plays
Growing season yearns
Sun’s beam warming ground
Breath of life springing up
Nature’s waiting comes round
Bursting green’s push-ups
Baton passed along
Winter fading away
Nature’s returning song
Waiting with bouquet
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Spending time with nature’s goodness brings our mature years a “fountain of youth.”
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 March 2)
You’ve got to get up every morning with a smile on your face.
I’m like a plant, I reach for the sun.
Carole King (born 1942) is an American singer and songwriter. She has received numerous awards, including a Grammy for Song of Year (“You’ve Got a Friend”) and Kennedy Center Honors.
From the words of American pastor and Christian author, Charles Swindoll: “When I’m able, by faith, to sense God’s hand in my situation, my attitude will be right.”
Giving thanks to God
His mighty deeds
Singing with praises
Spirit shall lead
Seeking God’s wisdom
His steadfast hand
Offering mercy
Across this land
Recalling God’s works
His love transforms
Trusting righteousness
Throughout each storm
Praying before God
His sacred Word
Sharing gratitude
Voice always heard
Walking with God’s grace
By faith alone
Keeping his statutes
Life’s firm backbone
Observing God’s strength
Joy singing out
Shaping attitude
Heart never doubts
From Psalm 105:4-5: “Seek the Lord and His strength; seek His presence continually. Remember the wonderful works He has done, His miracles and the judgments He has uttered.”
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