Time is something that fills the empty spaces of life.
An overnight success is ten years in the making.
Tom Clancy (1947-2013) was an American author who pioneered the techno-thriller genre.
Tom Clancy Quotes
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Monday Memories: Living Truths
From Proverbs 23:23: “Buy truth, and do not sell it; buy wisdom, instruction, and understanding.”
Philosophy breathes steady, faith’s living truths
Waiting with wisdom, long missing from our youth
Life’s daily chase may not be worth small treasure
Reading God’s Word, bringing life’s honest measure
Plan on giving more to others than ourselves
Blessing us with far more than dusty bookshelves
Jesus teaches us to treat others with love
Harnessing our Lord’s grace and peace from above
Trust lives as hope’s virtue, never to be lost
Securing it tightly, at ultimate cost
Our daily comfort zone brings false sense of peace
Rising up with Christ, offering life’s new lease
Failure teaches toughest lessons of living
Earning later success, praise with thanksgiving
Mankind’s world spins daily, filled with too much change
Praying to God, calms life with daily exchange
From James 1:17-18: “Every generous act of giving, with every perfect gift, is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. In fulfillment of His own purpose He gave us birth by the word of truth, so that we would become a kind of first fruits of His creatures.”
Originally published December, 2020.
From My Journal (8/25)
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From Big Sky Buckeye
The world’s thirst for hope continues to be quenched when another believer comes to witness and embrace the truth of God’s Word.
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 August 25)
Elton Trueblood Quote
Faith is not belief without proof, but trust without reservation.
From Hebrews 11:1-3: “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. Indeed, by faith our ancestors received approval. By faith we understand that the worlds were prepared by the word of God, so that what is seen was made from things that are not visible.”
Elton Trueblood (1900-1994) was an American Christian author and theologian. He served as chaplain to both Harvard and Stanford universities.
Righteousness Leads
From Psalm 138:7: “Though I walk in the midst of trouble, You preserve me against the wrath of my enemies; You stretch out Your hand, and Your right hand delivers me.”
Facing great troubles
Darkness surrounds thee
Grasping faith’s mighty Rock
Through Christ’s grace, one sees
Delivering light
Victory at hand
Watching enemy flee
Forever Christ stands
Fulfilling purpose
Gentle voice shares love
Lasting promise of peace
Christ views from above
Rising with new life
Fed with living bread
Preserving lasting hope
From Christ’s blood, He shed
Praising His Father
Mighty are His deeds
Sharing joy from His heart
Christ’s righteousness leads
From Psalm 138:8: “The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me; Your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of Your hands.”
From My Journal (8/24)
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From Big Sky Buckeye
When stormy seas hide the jagged rocks of sin’s darkness, God’s steady navigation of righteousness corrects one’s course.
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 August 24)
Charles Swindoll Quote
The immortal, invisible, all-wise God hid from your eyes, is at work. Be very still, and for a change, listen.
From Isaiah 30:15: “For thus said the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel: In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength.”
Charles Swindoll (born 1934) is an American pastor and Christian author.
Trivia’s Facts and More (8/23)
This informative post will be published on Saturday in place of my regular one. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
Brain Teaser Question
Name three consecutive days without naming any of the seven days of the week.
(answer found at the end of this post)
Featured Facts
Admitted to the American Union on May 23, 1788, South Carolina exchanges its English colonial roots to become the 8th state of the United States.
Here are a few interesting facts about South Carolina:
- Capital City: Columbia
- Most Populous City: Charleston
- Nickname: Palmetto State
- State Bird: Great Carolina Wren
- State Flower: Yellow Jessamine (known for its medicinal properties)
- State Mottoes: Amis Opibusque (Prepared In Mind And Resources) as well as Dum Spiro Spero (While I Breathe, I Hope)
From its colonial past, South Carolina is named for two English monarchs, Charles I and Charles II. The first battle of the American Civil War occurs at Fort Sumter in the Charleston harbor on April, 12, 1861. The state has proven to be a popular film-making destination for films such as:
- The Notebook
- The Patriot
- Forest Gump
- Sleeping with the Enemy
South Carolina is the only American state that owns and operates its own fleet of school buses. Two of its leading industries have been tourism and textile manufacturing. Sorry state of Georgia, but South Carolina is the largest producer of peaches, east of the Mississippi River.
South Carolina offers numerous attractions, landmarks, and cultural exhibits:
Brookgreen Gardens offers a botanical atmosphere in Georgetown County. It is honored as America’s first public sculpture garden.
Near Charleston on Johns Island resides the angel oak, which is estimated to be up to 1,500 years old.
Near Cleveland, Raven Cliff Falls is the highest in the state, with a drop of 420 feet.
Every year on Bomb Island on Lake Murray, up to 750,000 purple martins return to roost on the uninhabited island. The island is off-limits to humans during their stay.
There is a significant West African footprint with descendants of slaves. The Gullah influence offers distinctive foods and basket-weaving.
Here is a final look at another selection of photographs:
top left and MOVING clockwise: state house in columbia at night, historical area of charleston, fort sumter, yellow jessamine, myrtle beach, and great carolina wren. (Courtesy of Pinterest)
Answer to Brain Teaser Question
Yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
From My Journal (8/23)
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From Big Sky Buckeye
Sometimes . . . life’s blessings mean more than just “things”.
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 August 23)
South Carolinian’s Quotes
Left to right: Althea Gibson, Dizzy Gillespie, and Mary McLeod Bethune. (Courtesy of Pinterest)
Althea Gibson (1927-2003)
No matter what accomplishments you achieve, somebody helped you.
Althea Gibson was born in Clarendon County, South Carolina. In 1956, she became the first black athlete to win a Grand Slam tennis championship, and she captured a total of five during her career.
Dizzy Gillespie (1917-1993)
Mutual respect is so important because as soon as it disappears in relations between you and the next person, there’s trouble.
Dizzy Gillespie was born in Cheraw, South Carolina. His jazz music featured his highly accomplished skills as a trumpet player as well as being a highly effective bandleader.
Mary McLeod Bethune (1875-1955)
Invest in the human soul. Who knows, it might be a diamond in the rough.
Mary McLeod Bethune was born in Mayesville, South Carolina. In addition to being an educator, she was a philanthropist and humanitarian.
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