Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... June, 2014

6-1-2014 | JustAmy; St.Louie1; MamaBear; Billie; Meg33, Friends

[luvie]

Nite! Have had a very full day so didn’t get to post my Friday theme song. I hope next week isn’t so hectic. LOL!

[Kitty Mittens]

(((((Thank you for your FRiendship and Fellowship)))))

Goodnight, Dear FRiends, and God Bless.

[Diver Dave]

G’Night everyone.

Have enjoyed all the posts and graphics today.

May you all have a Blessed Weekend.

[The Mayor]

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Graceland
August 2, 2014

Read: Romans 5:15-21

The grace of God . . . abounded to many. —Romans 5:15

Bible in a Year:
Psalms 60-62; Romans 5

The Graceland Mansion in Memphis, Tennessee, is one of the most visited homes in the US. It was built in the 1930s and named after the original owner’s great aunt, Grace. It later became famous as the home of Elvis Presley.

I love the name Graceland because it describes the amazing territory into which God placed me when He forgave me of my sin and made me His own. He took me out of the darkness and brought me into His own “graceland.”

The apostle Paul says that “the grace of God and the gift by the grace of the one Man, Jesus Christ, abounded to many” (Rom. 5:15). I’ll be forever thankful that the “many” includes me and that God’s love has transferred me into the territory of His marvelous, infinite, matchless grace!

Think of the blessing of being in God’s graceland. It is a realm where He has given us entrance into His presence and where that same grace continues to overflow into our lives on a daily basis. Paul tells us that even in times of despair God showers us with sufficient grace to see us through (see 2 Cor. 12:9).

No matter what life may bring, nothing can remove us from the realm of God’s grace.

Lord, for the blessings of Your grace
I am forever grateful! Teach me to accept
Your grace and to live in its power. Help me
to share Your story with others.

Remember where you live and rejoice in His grace.

Insight

Paul’s comparison of Adam and Jesus can be boiled down to a few words. Adam’s life resulted in an “offense” that brought “judgment” and “death,” but Jesus’ life brought a “free gift” of “grace” that brought “righteousness.” In grace (v.15), God took away the consequences of Adam’s sin—spiritual death and condemnation—and gave to all who believe in Jesus the gift of eternal life through His sacrificial death (vv.18-19).

[trisham]

Good Morning, FRiends!

[MEG33]

Mmmmm...Lovely trish. Happy Saturday

[trisham]

Thank you, MEG. A happy Saturday to you as well!

[left that other site]

Amen! ;-)

[MEG33]

Happy Caturday Everyone

*Resisting Temptation Iz Not Ezy*
*HUGS*

[trisham]

LOL! What a great picture! Thanks, MEG!

[MEG33]

;o)

[left that other site]

Aw, Poor kitteh!

Life can be so frustrating sometimes! LOL!

[MEG33]

;o)
Indeed..LOL

[Jane Long]

I want that for afternoon tea...the scones look delicious ;) You always post the most delectable settings. I relax just looking at them!

Hope your having a wonderful Caturday =^^=

[Jane Long]

That cute kitty sees lunch! Adorable.

Are you having a cool front there, too, Meg? It was 76º when I was out running errands, earlier. It did NOT feel like SE Texas ;)

Hope you’re having a nice Caturday, Meg. Enjoy your weekend ;)

((Hugs))

[The Mayor]

Temptation is terrorizing that cat!

[Jane Long]

Hope you are enjoying your weekend. Busy weekend, or do you get to take a few breaks?

((Hugs))

[Jane Long]

His Graceland....beautiful.

Thanks ;)

[left that other site]

Well, let’s see.

I taught an emotionally troubled child this morning, rehearsed with my guitar player for tomorrow’s service, and now i’m home FReeping.

I guess you would call that a light day.
LOL.

[trisham]

Thank you, Jane! I hope that you’re having a wonderful Caturday too!