The simplicity of the Gospel gives what the complexity of human wisdom promises but never delivers.
From Micah 6:8: “He has told you, O mortal, what is good, and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice and to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God?”
John MacArthur (born 1939) is 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.
What can go through a window without breaking the glass?
(answer found at the end of this post)
One of the most interesting and important insects in the world is the honeybee. These dynamic creatures can be found on all continents with the exception of Antarctica.
Here are a few interesting facts about the honeybee:
The honeybee is classified as an eusocial insect. This social, flying insect features a black-colored head, antennae, and stinger. Short, pale hair covers the three-segmented thorax and the six-segmented abdomen. Other characteristics include clear, veined wings and pollen baskets on hind legs.
Farmers, gardeners, and others appreciate the service that honeybees provide for agriculture, gardens, and other flowering regions. They are prolific pollinators, and many people love the sweetness of their honey. At the same time, honeybees face increasing peril from climate change, loss of habitat, parasites, invasive plants and bees.
The life cycle of a honeybee colony centers around the queen who rules the hive. She will generally live for 2-5 years. In her lifetime, she will produce a colony of 60,000 to 80,000 inhabitants. Besides laying eggs, she produces chemicals to guide and unify the behavior of the other bees.
Following the queen in the hierarchy of the colony come the female workers. They are essential to the survival of the hive as they maintain it, collect pollen and nectar, and feed the larvae. They also clean and circulate the air within the hive with their constantly beating wings. They generally live about 4-6 weeks during spring and summer, but they will usually survive during the winter months.
The lowest classification of bees in the colony are the males or drones. They serve only one purpose: to mate with the queen. Following this act, they will die. Remaining drones will be kicked out the colony before winter arrives.
Around the world, honeybees’ behavior varies. Some are more docile while others can become quite defensive. When more than one queen resides in a colony, only the strongest one will carry on to guide life in the hive. The remaining queen will take approximately half of the female workers as they gather in a swarm to travel in order to build a new colony.
Light.
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Sometimes change is inevitable, but preparing people for it is frequently overlooked.
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 April 19)
It is the province of knowledge to speak, and it is the privilege of wisdom to listen.
Man’s mind stretched to a new idea never goes back to its original dimensions.
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. (1809-1894) was an American physician, poet, and polymath. Noted for his advocacy for medical reforms, he was also an acclaimed writer among his peers.
Always
With Jesus
Walking with courage
Strengthened through Risen grace
Victorious
Blessed
Beyond earth
Eyes upon Savior
Embracing His timeless grace
Salvation
Faith’s
Eternal light
Departing from darkness
Journey trusts Messiah’s grace
Promises
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When we share our faith’s witness with others, they will see the light nurtured through grace anchored in Christ’s love.
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 April 18)
Oh! Yes, I do love Jesus, because He first loved me.
From Colossians 1:18: “He is the head of the body, the church; He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that He might come to have first place in everything.”
Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892) was an influential English preacher. Even in modern times, his writings and many sermons have remained a constant source of encouragement to Christians around the world. He has often be referred to as the “Prince of Preachers.”
Journey’s destination
Seeking life’s unknown
Coming to night’s station
No one answers phone
Voices remain muted
Chasing shadow’s trace
Feeling spirit looted
Darkness giving chase
Freedom’s ember cloaked
Walking toward peace
Igniting flame, well-stoked
Distant voice won’t cease
Tomorrow offers hope
Hearing wartime’s calm
Grasping sunrise’s rope
Listen, no more bombs!
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Quiet moments may allow one to hear the smallest whisper, which has been patiently waiting.
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 April 17)
I truly believe delegation begins with trusting others–followed by letting go.
The hardest thing to do is take that first step to overcome fears and self-doubt.
David Steward (born 1951) is an American businessman.
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