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Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... October, November and December, 2017
October 1, 2017
| Meg33, The Mayor, Trisham, JustAmy
Posted on 09/30/2017 10:55:01 PM PDT by JustAmy
Edited on 10/01/2017 1:26:46 PM PDT by Jim Robinson.
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To: MEG33; ConorMacNessa; LUV W; AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; ...
Blessings
On This Wintery Sunday.
Hallelujah and Amen
ML/LTOS
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posted on
12/10/2017 7:01:53 AM PST
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left that other site
(For America to have CONFIDENCE in our future, we must have PRIDE in our HISTORY... DJT)
To: MEG33
622
posted on
12/10/2017 7:19:59 AM PST
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trisham
(Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
To: trisham
623
posted on
12/10/2017 7:27:36 AM PST
by
MEG33
To: left that other site
624
posted on
12/10/2017 8:13:41 AM PST
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trisham
(Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
To: FRiends; LUV W; left that other site; trisham; TheConservativeParty; Kitty Mittens; JustAmy
~A Blessed Lord's Day To All~
Thank you for sharing your lovely music, blessings,
comments and music.
I Wish You A Restful Afternoon
625
posted on
12/10/2017 10:03:09 AM PST
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MEG33
To: MEG33
626
posted on
12/10/2017 10:07:45 AM PST
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The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: The Mayor
627
posted on
12/10/2017 10:08:33 AM PST
by
MEG33
To: left that other site
628
posted on
12/10/2017 3:59:04 PM PST
by
mylife
( The roar of the masses could be farts)
To: mylife
Ooooo...Stand up bass! :-)
Very Nice!
629
posted on
12/10/2017 5:28:52 PM PST
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left that other site
(For America to have CONFIDENCE in our future, we must have PRIDE in our HISTORY... DJT)
To: MEG33; everyone; FRiends; All; amysplace
Thank you for the Beautiful Daily Pings, Dear FRiends.
(((((Hugs, and God Bless)))))
630
posted on
12/10/2017 10:58:57 PM PST
by
Kitty Mittens
(To God Be All Excellent Praise!)
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Its All a Gift!
December 11, 2017
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faithand this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God.
Ephesians 2:8
Londons Café Rendezvous has nice lighting, comfortable couches, and the smell of coffee in the air. What it doesnt have are prices. Originally started as a business by a local church, the café was transformed a year after it started. The managers felt that God was calling them to do something radicalmake everything on the menu free. Today you can order a coffee, cake, or sandwich without cost. There isnt even a donation jar. Its all a gift.
I asked the manager why they were so generous. Were just trying to treat people the way God treats us, he said. God gives to us whether we thank him or not. Hes generous to us beyond our imaginations.
Jesus died to rescue us from our sins and reconcile us with God. He rose from the grave and is alive now. Because of this, every wrong thing weve done can be forgiven, and we can have new life today (Eph. 2:15). And one of the most amazing things about this is that it is all free. We cant buy the new life Jesus offers. We cant even donate toward the cost (vv. 89). Its all a gift.
As the folks at Café Rendezvous serve their cakes and coffees, they give people a glimpse of Gods generosity. You and I are offered eternal life for free because Jesus has paid the bill.
Let the one who is thirsty come; and let the one who wishes take the free gift of the water of life. Revelation 22:17
Eternal life is a free gift ready to be received.
What does the phrase dead in your sins mean? (Eph. 2:1). Dead means lifeless, powerless, inanimate. It means we were incapable of doing anything to change our situation. Sin refers to our rebellion against God. Humanity instinctively rejects God, and this rebellion is expressed through words, deeds, and attitudes.
The spiritually dead have no relationship with God. To be spiritually dead means we are completely cut off from Him and unable to reach out to Him. We cannot fix the things weve done that offended Him. We cant apologize to God for rebelling against Him, for pretending He doesnt exist, and for living as though we are God.
Any solution to our deadness must come from somewhere other than us. Through Jesus God took action to bring our spiritually dead hearts to life and restore us to a right relationship with Him. What amazing grace!
Adapted from Grace: Accepting Gods Gift to You by Constantine Campbell. Read more at discoveryseries.org/q0613.
631
posted on
12/11/2017 6:31:24 AM PST
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The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
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The Cure for Anxiety
December 12, 2017
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
Philippians 4:6
We were excited about moving for my husbands job. But the unknowns and challenges left me feeling anxious. Thoughts of sorting and packing up belongings. Looking for a place to live. My finding a new job too. Making my way around a new city, and getting settled. It was all . . . unsettling. As I thought about my to-do list, words written by the apostle Paul echoed in my mind: Dont worry, but pray (Phil. 4:67).
If anyone could have been anxious about unknowns and challenges, it would have been Paul. He was shipwrecked. He was beaten. He was jailed. In his letter to the Philippian church, he encouraged his friends who also were facing unknowns, telling them, Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God (v. 6).
Pauls words encourage me. Life is not without uncertaintieswhether they come in the form of a major life transition, family issues, health scares, or financial trouble. What I continue to learn is that God cares. He invites us to let go of our fears of the unknown by giving them to Him. When we do, He, who knows all things, promises that His peace, which transcends all understanding, will guard our heart and mind in Christ Jesus (v. 7).
Dear God, what a blessing to know we do not have to be anxious about anything! Remind us that we can come to You and tell You about everything. Thank You for who You are and what You are doing in our lives.
Gods care for me eases my mind.
Todays reading from Philippians 4 speaks of the wonderful resource of prayer and how through prayer we can take our anxieties to the Lord and find His comfort and peace. But in the verses directly preceding Pauls prayer reminders, he gives us additional reasons to replace anxiety with trust. He says, Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near (v. 5). We have the promise of Gods nearness to calm our fears. In every situation, our God calls us to face life in His presence and provision.
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12/12/2017 4:23:19 AM PST
by
The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
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It Isnt Me
December 13, 2017
I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.
Galatians 2:20
As one of the most celebrated orchestral conductors of the twentieth century, Arturo Toscanini is remembered for his desire to give credit to whom credit is due. In David Ewens Dictators of the Baton, the author describes how members of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra rose to their feet and cheered Toscanini at the end of a rehearsal of Beethovens Ninth Symphony. When there was a lull in the ovation, and with tears in his eyes, Arturos broken voice could be heard exclaiming as he spoke: It isnt me . . . its Beethoven! . . . Toscanini is nothing.
In the apostle Pauls New Testament letters, he also refused to take credit for his spiritual insight and influence. He knew he was like a spiritual father and mother to many who had put their faith in Christ. He admitted he had worked hard and suffered much to encourage the faith, hope, and love of so many (1 Cor. 15:10). But he could not, in good conscience, accept the applause of those who were inspired by his faith, love, and insight.
So for his readers sake, and for ours, Paul said, in effect, It isnt me, brothers and sisters. Its Christ . . . Paul is nothing. We are only messengers of the One who deserves our cheers.
Father in heaven, without You we would have nothing. Without Your grace we would be hopeless. Without the Spirit of Your Son we would be helpless. Please show us how to give You the honor You deserve.
Wise is the person who would rather give honor than receive it.
Paul warned the Corinthian church not to be enamored by the charisma or eloquence of human teachers. He reproved the believers for exalting him and reminded them that he did not come to glorify himself (1 Cor. 2:15); it is the message of the cross that is important, not the messenger (v. 2). The Holy Spirit is the real Teacher who reveals, teaches, and illumines us to understand Gods Word (vv. 1016).
Are you sometimes tempted with spiritual pride? Ask the Holy Spirit to help you point others to the One who deserves the glory.
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posted on
12/13/2017 5:33:04 AM PST
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The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: FRiends; JustAmy; Mama_Bear; trisham; The Mayor; LUV W; Kitty Mittens; left that other site; ...
634
posted on
12/13/2017 6:02:52 AM PST
by
MEG33
To: The Mayor
Thank you. Rus, for starting our day off right every day.
Christmas Blessings To You
635
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12/13/2017 6:03:40 AM PST
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MEG33
To: MEG33; ConorMacNessa; LUV W; AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; ...
Happy Warm & Fuzzy Wednesday
Stay warm
Stay Fuzzy.
MERRY CHRISTMAS
and
HAPPY CHANUKAH
((((HUGS))))
ML/LTOS
636
posted on
12/13/2017 6:45:47 AM PST
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left that other site
(For America to have CONFIDENCE in our future, we must have PRIDE in our HISTORY... DJT)
To: left that other site
Precious pups, ML!
(((HUGS)))
637
posted on
12/13/2017 7:06:36 AM PST
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MEG33
To: MEG33
Even if they are a little on the husky side! :-)
(((HUGS)))
638
posted on
12/13/2017 7:30:36 AM PST
by
left that other site
(For America to have CONFIDENCE in our future, we must have PRIDE in our HISTORY... DJT)
To: MEG33
Uh oh, I missed Warm Fuzzy Wednesday!
Wishing everyone a Thankful Thursday, and a Merry Christmas.
Very cold here in southern WI. Feels like January. We had such a nice November we got spoiled with all the days around 50 degrees. Winter is finally here.
Cheers to All!
To: FRiends; left that other site; TheConservativeParty
Thank you, ML, for your darling post and
Conservative Party for your commenta.
Stay Warm Have A Good Evening.
*HUGS*
640
posted on
12/13/2017 6:25:13 PM PST
by
MEG33
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