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.”
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.
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.
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)
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.
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.
God’s face shines upon us through His love and mercy.
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.
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