[JustAmy]

Graphic by St.Louie1

A Child’s Prayer

Lord, Thanks for listening, and taking the time,
I know that you’re busy, out dealing with crime.
I heard on the news that some people are bad,
And just like you, Lord, that makes me feel sad.

I’m thankful You gave me this wonderful bed,
That keeps me so warm while I’m resting my head,
And thanks for a Mommy who makes me feel good,
So I’ll want to be like her and do what I should.

And thanks for a Dad who is ten times as strong,
As the meanest bad guy who might ever do wrong.
Thanks for the food that you gave me today,
And thanks for reminding me I need to pray.

Thank You for Ruffy, who stays at my side,
He’s a really good dog but I can’t keep him tied,
So please watch over him when he gets himself out,
As You do over me when my folks aren’t about.

I’ll pray for our leaders to keep us from harm,
And if they need help that You’ll lend them Your arm.
I’ll pray for our enemies to learn what is right,
And ask for a favor, Please show them the light!

Lord, for myself I don’t really need much,
A toy, or a ball, and some cookies and such,
Just do what you do so I’ll know you are there,
And please listen real close when I tell you my prayer.

I’ll come back tomorrow. We’ll talk once again,
But I’ll bet you know now what I’ll ask you for then.
I don’t mind to ask, though, ‘cause You love a kid,
Just like we love Your Son, for the things that He did.

Good Night to you, Lord, and You rest easy too,
There shouldn’t be much more that You have to do,
With most of us sleeping, You can get Your rest now,
And Thanks to You, Lord, we got through it somehow.

NicknamedBob . . . . . . . . . . . November 21, 2004
© 2004

[JustAmy]

Photo by Hookman

[The Mayor]

November 22, 2004

Closet Christians

Read: Matthew 5:13-16

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. —Matthew 5:16

Bible In One Year: Ezekiel 18-19; James 4

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A businessman gave his heart to Jesus as a result of a Billy Graham evangelistic event. When he told his co-workers, his Christian business partner was elated. But the new believer hadn't known about his faith, and said, "You know, you're one reason I resisted becoming a Christian for several years. I figured that if someone like you could live a good life and not be a Christian, there was no need for me to become one."

A friend of mine and I were doing business in a local bank. He needed to change a $100 bill. By mistake the teller counted out six $20 bills. When my friend discovered the error, he walked back into the bank and quietly told her what had happened. The teller said, "I can't thank you enough. I would have had to make up the difference. Obviously, you are an honest man." He replied, "The reason I am honest is that I'm a committed follower of Jesus Christ. Giving you back the money is something He would want me to do."

Christians should lead exemplary lives. But it's important that we reveal the Source of strength and life who enables us to be different. As Jesus said, "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven" (Matthew 5:16). —Haddon Robinson

Like a brightly shining light
In the darkness of the night,
We will stand for truth and right—
Let the whole world know! —Peterson
© 1968 Singspiration Music, Inc.

It's the life behind the words that makes your testimony effective.

[tuliptree76]

Hi Amy! I hope you are having a great day today. I did a little shopping this afternoon. It's getting colder outside. In a way, it is nice to have a change from the hot weather. I just don't want it to snow yet, but they are predicting snow in a couple of days.