We basically have two choices to make in dealing with the mysteries of God. We can wrestle with Him or we can rest in Him.
From Mark 9:23-24: “Jesus said to him, ‘If you are able! All things can be done for the one who believes.’ Immediately the father of the child cried out, ‘I believe; help my unbelief!'”
Calvin Miller (1936-2012) was an American pastor and Christian author.
This informative post will be published on Saturday in place of my regular one. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
I am an odd number. Taking away a letter, and I become even. What number am I?
(answer found at the end of this post)
Nicknamed the “Lone Star State”, Texas is admitted to the American Union on December 29, 1845, as the 29th state.
Here are a few interesting facts about Texas:
The state flag of Texas immortalizes its motto with the colors of blue for loyalty, white for strength, and red for bravery. Its single star design is traced back to the days of the independent Texas Republic from 1836-1846.
The Johnson Space Center is located in Houston, and it opened in 1964. NASA’s flight control is found in the Mission Control Center. The entire site is also called the Manned Spacecraft Center, and it is named after President Lyndon Johnson.
The city of San Antonio has grown up around one of the most treasured sites in Texas, the Alamo. The Alamo was at the center of the fight for Texas independence from Mexico in 1836. Built in 1718 as a Spanish mission, it is later transformed into a military fort.
The infamous Texas Rangers are the oldest law enforcement agency in North America. In 1923, Stephen Austin organizes the first group of Texas Rangers (ten in number).
The popular soft drink Dr. Pepper traces its history to Waco and Morrison’s Old Corner Drug Store. In need of carbonated drinks to be served at the drug store’s soda fountain, pharmacist Charles Alderton creates the recipe for this refreshing soda in 1885.
Two American Presidents have birthplaces in Texas: Dwight D. Eisenhower (Denison) and Lyndon B. Johnson (Stonewall).
Seven.
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A writer’s journey intends to open up unexpected avenues of opportunity.
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 28)
Honesty is the cornerstone of all success, without which confidence and ability to perform shall cease to exist.
Mary Kay Ash was an American business entrepreneur who founded Mary Kay Cosmetics. She was born in Hot Wells, Texas.
The greatest pleasure is obtained by improving.
Ben Hogan was an American professional golfer, who is considered to be one of the best players ever. He was born in Stephenville, Texas.
The best way to make money is not to have money as your primary goal. I’ve seen great people come into the business world primarily motivated to make money. Almost without exception they failed.
H. Ross Perot was an American businessman and philanthropist. He was born in Texarkana, Texas.
Father
Witnessing transformations
Smallest of steps
Raising faith’s enduring foundation
Rejoicing
Precious
Harvest gathered
Filled with destiny
From smallest of seeds
Possibilities
Daily
Hope embraced
From Savior’s light
Smallest voice sharing grace
Beginnings
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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When we focus faith upon Christ’s light, the enemy’s empty plans fall into his own empty darkness.
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 27)
Faith is a plant that can grow in the shade, a grace that can find the way to heaven in a dark night.
From Psalm 17:3: “If you try my heart, if you visit me by night, if you test me, you will find no wickedness in me; my mouth does not transgress.”
William Gurnall (1616-1679) was an English author and member of the Anglican clergy.
Morning’s gentle voice
Invitation welcomes all
New day rising
Creator’s spirit comes to call
Next steps contemplate
Opportunity at hand
Always present
Creator’s breath covers this land
Mind absent of thoughts
Tranquility extends grace
Empty page waits
Creator’s own words embrace
Time seems to stand still
Sky’s expanse frozen in blue
Quiet breeze stirs
Creator’s peace channels breakthrough
Darkness encroaches
Patient light chases away
Innocence dreams
Creator’s perpetual way
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When our eyes reach into the heavens, our visions create vivid memories.
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 26)
Carrying on the light of others is just as valuable as creating it yourself.
True originality consists not in a new manner but in a new vision.
Edith Wharton (1862-1937) was an American author who became the first woman to receive the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1921 for her novel, THE AGE OF INNOCENCE.
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