[jaycee]

Johnn! That is the cutest poem and fits ‘us all’ to a T. I truly enjoyed it with a smile (and was so glad to see the word
“camaraderie” spelled out. I use the word in speaking but never took the time to check the spelling~~LOL~~! Thanks, Johnn!

[The Mayor]

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November 28, 2008

Sin Crouches At The Door

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READ: Genesis 4:1-16

Sin lies at the door. And its desire is for you, but you should rule over it. —Genesis 4:7

The award-winning author John Steinbeck often used biblical themes in his novels. In his book East of Eden, he describes characters who illustrate the conflict of jealousy and revenge reflected in the story of Cain and Abel. Steinbeck shows how an angry heart burning with revenge doesn’t have to act a certain way. There’s always a choice.

When Abel’s animal sacrifice received divine favor and Cain’s offering of fruit was rejected, Cain burned with anger (Gen. 4:1-6). But the Lord admonished him, “Sin lies at the door. And its desire is for you, but you should rule over it” (Gen. 4:7). The original Hebrew words paint the picture of an animal crouching, ready to devour its prey. Cain’s anger and jealousy, if not brought under control, would “eat him up” and spill out in destructive behavior. Tragically, Cain gave in to his evil desires. It resulted in the first homicide and his departure from the presence of the Lord (Gen. 4:8-16).

Do you have feelings of jealousy or anger toward someone? If so, you have a choice. If you ignore the internal struggle, it will only get worse and control you. But if you bring your anger to the Lord and ask for His help, in His strength you will have victory.

When faced with trials from without
Or tempted from within,
Rely upon the Lord for strength
To turn away from sin. —Sper

Control your anger, or it will control you.

Bible in One Year: Hosea 13–14; Proverbs 21:11-21

[The Mayor]

Thank you all for the wonderful Thanksgiving messages, we were gone most of the day and got home late. Spent the day with the in laws.

I hope your day was all you wanted it to be.

[WayzataJOHNN]

“Johnn! That is the cutest poem and fits ‘us all’ to a T. I truly enjoyed it with a smile (and was so glad to see the word
“camaraderie” spelled out. I use the word in speaking but never took the time to check the spelling~~LOL~~! Thanks, Johnn!”

Hey, as I laze about here and recover, what better thing to do then scribe a poem, do a ‘Word for the Day, and get over gluttony.”