Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... October, November and December 2016

October 1, 2016 | JustAmy; Meg33, The Mayor; Trisham;

[JustAmy]

Welcome To....


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and those who enjoy poetry.
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Never Forget!





Bad Penny



Amy's personal guardian ~
the ever charming, lovable, huggable,
LouieWolf




Many thanks for stopping by. : )

[MEG33]

Blessings
Amen to this wonderful devotion, Rus.
Thank you for starting our day off right every day.

[luvie]

Nathaniel Ladies Ensemble~Thanks To God

Statler Brothers~Sweet Beulah Land

Casting Crowns~Praise You In The Storm

Providence~O Come Angel Band

Bill Gaither/Velstal Goodman~The Lighthouse

The Trevecca Madrigalians~It Is Well With My Soul

Jeff Beck~Amazing Grace

Have a blessed Sunday

[The Mayor]

Beautiful Dove Meg, Thank you!

[left that other site]

Blessed Sunday!

Prayers for all on this crisp winter day!

Hallelujah and Amen

ML/LTOS

[mylife]

Gosh that reminds me of home.

[trisham]

So beautiful!!

[trisham]

Beautiful, MEG!

[MEG33]

Thank you, (((trish))).

[MEG33]

Thank you for sharing your lovely messages, graphics, prayers
and music..
I Wish You A Blessed, Restful Sunday Evening

[The Mayor]

over the top

[The Mayor]

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Christmas Lights

December 5, 2016

I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life. John 8:12

Each year for several weeks around Christmas, Singapore’s tourist belt, Orchard Road, is transformed into a wonderland of lights and colors. This light-up is designed to attract tourists to spend their money at the many stores along the street during this “golden month of business.” Shoppers come to enjoy the festivities, listen to choirs sing familiar Christmas carols, and watch performers entertain.

The first Christmas “light-up” ever was not created by electrical cables, glitter, and neon lights but by “the glory of the Lord [that] shone around” (Luke 2:9). No tourists saw it, just a few simple shepherds out in their field. And it was followed by an unexpected rendition of “Glory to God in the Highest” by an angelic choir (v. 14).

Lord, help me this Christmas to reflect the light of Your presence and goodness to others.

The shepherds went to Bethlehem to see if what the angels said was true (v. 15). After they had confirmed it, they could not keep to themselves what they had heard and seen. “When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child” (v. 17).

Many of us have heard the Christmas story often. This Christmas, why not share the good news with others that Christ—“the light of the world”—has come (John 8:12).

Lord, help me this Christmas to reflect the light of Your presence and goodness to others.

Read more of the Christmas story in God of the Stable at discoveryseries.org/hp145.

The gift of God’s love in us can bring light to any darkness.

INSIGHT:

The gospel records fall into two categories: the Synoptic gospels and the gospel of John. The “Synoptics” (which means “with a common view”) are Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Although they offer varying details to help them tell the story of Jesus in a unique way, they still have a common perspective because they often tell the same stories. John’s gospel is very distinct from the synoptics, with 92 percent unique material. One distinctive of John’s gospel is the emphasis on the themes of light and truth. John expresses the reality that Jesus is the embodiment of truth and light. 

[MEG33]

Happy Monday To Amy's Place

I Wish You A Wonderful Week
(((HUGS)))

[MEG33]

Amen!

[left that other site]

Happy Monday!

We had our first snow this morning, but it quickly melted into rain. Penny-The-Pitbull was not amused.

(((HUGS)))

ML/LTOS

[Kitty Mittens]

Thank you, Dear FRiends, for the Beautiful Daily Pings.
(((((Hugs, and God Bless)))))

[The Mayor]

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Constant Kindness

December 6, 2016

Be kind and compassionate to one another. Ephesians 4:32

When I was a child I was an ardent reader of L. Frank Baum's Land of Oz books. I recently came across Rinkitink in Oz with all the original artwork. I laughed again at the antics of Baum's irrepressible, good-hearted King Rinkitink with his down-to-earth goodness. Young Prince Inga described him best: “His heart is kind and gentle and that is far better than being wise."

How simple and how sensible! Yet who has not wounded the heart of someone dear to us by a harsh word? By doing so, we disturb the peace and quiet of the hour and we can undo much of the good we have done toward those we love. "A small unkindness is a great offense,” said Hannah More, an 18th-century English writer.

Be kind and compassionate to one another. Ephesians 4:32

Here’s the good news: Anyone can become kind. We may be incapable of preaching an inspiring sermon, fielding hard questions, or evangelizing vast numbers, but we can all be kind.

How? Through prayer. It is the only way to soften our hearts. “Set a guard over my mouth, Lord; keep watch over the door of my lips. Do not let my heart be drawn to what is evil [or harsh]” (Ps. 141:3–4).

In a world in which love has grown cold, a kindness that comes from the heart of God is one of the most helpful and healing things we can offer to others.

Forgive me, Lord, when I bring anger into a situation. Soften my heart and help me use my words to encourage others.

Read words from Oswald Chambers at utmost.org

The knowledge that God has loved me beyond all limits will compel me to go into the world to love others in the same way. Oswald Chambers

INSIGHT:

One of the experiences that shaped David's life—and his psalms—was his time as a refugee from a homicidal King Saul. David had two opportunities to usher in the fulfillment of his anointing as king by killing Saul (chs. 24, 26), and both times he was encouraged to do so by some of his followers. However, he did not kill Saul but left the situation in God’s hands. It may be these instances specifically that are at the root of the words of Psalm 141. The God who gave David strength to avoid evil deeds continues to offer help to us when we are faced with temptation. When have you asked God to help you resist a temptation in your life?

[NicknamedBob]

Sunday morning coming down on a Wednesday.

Happy Birthday, Marissa!

We met at a party. An Inaugural Ball party, actually. I remember it well, but it’s been a long time since I was ready to party over an inauguration since then.

I’m ready now.

Happy Birthday, kiddo. I know your birthday gets overshadowed by historical events. Luck of the draw. Pearl should be jealous of you!

[The Mayor]

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Beautiful Unity

December 7, 2016

Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. Ephesians 4:3

Seeing three large predatory animals cuddle and play together is extremely unusual. Yet this is precisely what happens daily in an animal sanctuary in Georgia. In 2001, after months of neglect and abuse, a lion, a Bengal tiger, and a black bear were rescued by Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary. “We could have separated them,” said the assistant director. “But since they came as a kind of family, we decided to keep them together.” The trio had found comfort in each other during their time of mistreatment, and, despite their differences, they live peacefully together.

Unity is a beautiful thing. But the unity Paul wrote about in his letter to the believers in Ephesus is unique. Paul encouraged the Ephesians to live up to their calling as members of one body in Christ (Eph. 4:4–5). By the power of the Holy Spirit they would be able to live in unity as they developed humility, gentleness, and patience. These attitudes also allow us to lovingly bear “with one another in love” through the common ground we have in Christ Jesus (4:2).

Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. Ephesians 4:3

Despite our differences, as members of the family of God we have been reconciled to Him through the death of our Savior and reconciled to each other through the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

Heavenly Father, help me to grow in gentleness and patience toward others. Show me how to love others, even when we may have differences.

We keep unity by being united in the Spirit.

INSIGHT:

The ancient city of Ephesus was large and diverse. In the first century, many philosophies and religions in Ephesus competed with Christianity, and this diversity presented some unique theological and ethical challenges to the Christ-followers who lived there. In his letter to the believers in Ephesus, the apostle Paul wanted to be sure they understood that peace with God could only be achieved through faith in Christ’s death and resurrection. Other ideas might sound appealing, but salvation rests exclusively in Christ. Saving faith is not about converting to a religion; it is about receiving and then living out a new life from Christ that reflects God’s love, mercy, and wisdom.

[MEG33]

HAPPY WARM FUZZY WEDNESDAY TO AMY"S PLACE

Bernese Mountain Dogs

"C'mon...Hop In...We love to give rides in our cart."
*HUGS*

[MEG33]

Thank you. Rus, for starting our day off right every day.
You are a blessing.