I want to pay tribute to wonderful people I have known, the wonderful country in which I live, the communities in which I have lived, the churches who have claimed me as their own, the God who sends shivers down my back when I really give him a portion of my time—well, maybe not shivers but tears flow easily in some of those most priceless times.
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TELLING THE TRUTH IS THE LOVING THING
A story is told of a church who voted their preacher out because he preached too much on hell. They got a new preacher who preached even more on hell. They dearly loved Preacher 2 and kept him for many … Continue reading
Posted in end times, Jesus's return, Uncategorized
Tagged condition of the church, end times, false prophets, Jesus' return, peace, truth
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THURSDAY’S THOUGHTS, June 30, 2022
I HAVE LIVED ON a fixed income now for several years, but I did not know how “fixed” it was until recently. Yes, it is set in stone while its ability to cover my needs is eroding like sand by … Continue reading
Posted in inflation, Jesus the Man, peace, Uncategorized
Tagged complaining, inflation, peace, rest, sitting at the feet of Jesus, worry
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CLOTHED IN MAJESTY
GOD IS CLOTHED IN MAJESTY Harken, and give God praise. The veil rises in the East, The eyes of God did not slumber nor sleep Listen, and give God glory. His eyes sweep over the hills and lands Observing the … Continue reading
Posted in "Tween God and Me, God, peace, Uncategorized, worship
Tagged majesty, peace, poem, psalm, trust, worship
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NEGOTIATING A SETTLEMENT
The following scenario was from many years ago. It took place when my grandsons were about four and five. Sammy, the younger child, is playing with a little cross. Danny “Pretend you didn’t want it,” as he reaches for it.” … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, grandchildren, Jesus, Uncategorized
Tagged children, love, negotiation, peace, we are broters
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OCCUPY – even with Covid
So we are mostly still locked down. Moods range from miserable to desperately miserable. What few smiles are left are hidden by masks. Are we suffering a plague from God? Is Jesus about to come rescue us? Or, do we … Continue reading
Posted in COVID19, Friend of God, Uncategorized
Tagged COVID19, Jeremiah, Jesus coming, peace, rapture, relationship with God
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REJUVENATION
Unfurl simple joy. Seek solace in quiet time Amidst season’s bliss. Written for Ronovan’s challenge. Write haiku using words “open” and “solace” – I used synonym “unfurl” in the place of “open.” https://ronovanwrites.com/2020/12/21/ronovan-writes-weekly-haiku-poetry-prompt-challenge-337-open-and-solace/ Image: Simon Robbin, pexels.com
Posted in peace, Ronovan Writes Haiku Challenge, seasons
Tagged peace, Ronovan Writes Haiku Challenge, seasons
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DON’T FEAR THE GOOD-BYES
Time is near for you to go. Go in victory, as you have taught. You have climbed the mountains high, And you’ve enjoyed the valleys low. You have won the battles fought, Taught your kids to reach the sky, To … Continue reading
Posted in death, eternal life, generations, Mother's Day, peace, Uncategorized
Tagged death, eternal life, generations, mother, Mother's Day, peace
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serene scene
Boisterous spirits grow serene when surrounded by the fishing scene. ************** Image: Pixabay Write haiku using words serene/scene Ronovan’s challenge https://ronovanwrites.com/2019/04/08/ronovanwrites-weekly-haiku-poetry-prompt-challenge-248-serenescene/
Posted in haiku, Ronovan Writes Haiku Challenge, Uncategorized
Tagged haiku, peace, Ronovan Writes Haiku Challenge, serene
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A STERILE HEAVEN? NOTHING TO DO?
Birds, bees, and bugs – even slimy slugs – Lots of grassy berms, but no deadly germs, Are found in Heaven’s halls and hills. Hippos, horned toads, and green frogs Strut their stuff among tree logs Used to make vast … Continue reading
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Tagged eternity, everlasting life, Heaven, humor, Jesus only way, peace
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DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?
I’m at home, all alone Enjoying the moment – just my own. Listening to the lack of sounds —-Oh, no, listen again Hear the susurrous sounds? The pleasant sound in memory Of children playing Of husband saying He … Continue reading