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1/01/2021 | The Mayor; Luvie; JustAmy

Posted on 01/01/2021 6:43:29 AM PST by JustAmy

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[luvie]

...and that's why I slept till noon.
That's my story an' I'm stickin' to it!
Happy Monday Madness!

[left that other site]

It's A Fine Day...

For Staying In Bed!

(((HUGS)))

ML/LTOS

[luvie]

No kidding. I just saw your temp on the Boston Harbor live cam. 95? That’s what WE have and we’re considering it a cool-down. LOL!

Stay cool!

[left that other site]

We had to cancel Tippy’s training class today because the dogs would get overheated.

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Tuesday,
August 9, 2022

Humility Is the Truth

Read: James 4:1–11

Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. James 4:10

Reflecting one day on why God values humility so highly, sixteenth-century believer Teresa of Avila suddenly realized the answer: “It is because God is the supreme Truth, and humility is the truth. . . . Nothing good in us springs from ourselves. Rather, it comes from the waters of grace, near which the soul remains, like a tree planted by a river, and from that Sun which gives life to our works.” Teresa concluded that it’s by prayer that we anchor ourselves in that reality, for “the whole foundation of prayer is humility. The more we humble ourselves in prayer, the more will God lift us up.”

Teresa’s words about humility echo the language of Scripture in James 4, where James warned of the self-destructive nature of pride and selfish ambition, the opposite of a life lived in dependence on God’s grace (vv. 1–6). The only solution to a life of greed, despair, and constant conflict, he emphasized, is to repent of our pride in exchange for God’s grace. Or, in other words, to “humble yourselves before the Lord,” with the assurance that “he will lift you up” (v. 10).

Only when we’re rooted in the waters of grace can we find ourselves nourished by the “wisdom that comes from heaven” (3:17). Only in Him can we find ourselves lifted up by the truth. — Monica La Rose

How does pride hinder true prayer and experience of God’s grace? How have you experienced the freedom of humility through prayer?

Loving God, thank You for the gift of life with You. Thank You that I don’t need to be more than I am. Thank You that in You I find all that I need and more.

For further study, read Making Decisions God’s Way at DiscoverySeries.org/Q0745.

Bible in a year: Psalms 77–78; Romans 10

[luvie]

Happy GratiTuesday!

[left that other site]

Happy Gratituesday

One of Five in The Dog Days of August. Stay Cool, Anyway You Can.

(((HUGS)))

ML/LTOS

[luvie]

Trying my best. You and Tippy, too!

[TheConservativeParty]

Good Night to Amy’s Place

😴

[luvie]

Nighty-night! 💤🛌

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Wednesday,
August 10, 2022

Standing Boldly

Read: Esther 4:7–14

Who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this? Esther 4:14

In a small Illinois town, domestic violence comprises 40 percent of all crimes in the community. According to a local pastor, this issue is often hidden in our faith communities because it’s uncomfortable to talk about. So instead of shying away from the problem, local ministers chose to exercise faith and courageously address the issue by taking classes to recognize the signs of violence and supporting nonprofit organizations working on the issue. Acknowledging the power of faith and action, a local minister said, “Our prayers and compassion, coupled with some tangible support, can make an important difference.” 

When Esther, Queen of Persia, was hesitant to speak out against a law that authorized the genocide of her people, she was warned by her uncle that if she remained silent, she and her family wouldn’t escape but would perish (Esther 4:13–14). Knowing it was time to be bold and take a stand, Mordecai queried, “Who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?” (v. 14). Whether we are called to speak out against injustice or to forgive someone who’s caused us distress, the Bible assures us that in challenging circumstances, God will never leave or forsake us (Hebrews 13:5–6). When we look to Him for help in moments where we feel intimidated, He’ll give us “power, love, and self-discipline” to see our assignment through to the end (2 Timothy 1:7). — Kimya Loder

What might God be asking you to do? What tools have you already been given to answer the call?

Heavenly Father, thank You for placing a unique calling over my life. Help me to overcome my fears and step out in faith.

Bible in a year: Psalms 79–80; Romans 11:1–18

[luvie]

Really!
Happy Warm & Fuzzy
Wednesday!

[TheConservativeParty]

Hello there! Hope you all had a nice day! Hopefully it is not still too hot where you are. A bit warmer here today but not 90.

Have a good night
🌙💫⭐️🌟✨

[luvie]

It was 94 here, but that’s soooo much better than the 104 we had last week. It wasn’t awful. LOL! Glad yours didn’t get to 90. You guys aren’t used to that kind of heat. Nighty-night!

[left that other site]

Still hot... but last night was cooler, which was a good thing as I went to an outdoor concert and danced most of the night.

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Thursday,
August 11, 2022

Untold Riches

Read: Romans 11:33–36

Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! Romans 11:33

In an orbit between Mars and Jupiter zooms an asteroid worth trillions and trillions of dollars. Scientists say 16 Psyche consists of metals such as gold, iron, nickel, and platinum worth unfathomable amounts of money. For now, earthlings are not attempting to mine this rich resource, but the United States is planning to send a probe to study the valuable rock.

The promise of untold riches just out of reach can be both tantalizing and frustrating. Surely in time there will be people who will champion the cause of reaching 16 Psyche for its treasure.

But what about the prospect of riches that are within our reach? Wouldn’t everyone go for that? Writing to the first-century church at Rome, the apostle Paul spoke of attainable riches—those we find in our relationship with God. He wrote, “Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God!” (Romans 11:33). Bible scholar James Denney described these riches as “the unsearchable wealth of love that enables God to . . . far more than meet the [great needs] of the world.”

Isn’t that what we need—even more than gold nuggets from some far-off asteroid? We can mine the riches of God’s wisdom and knowledge found in the Scriptures as the Holy Spirit helps us. May God lead us to dig into those riches and to know and treasure Him more. — Dave Branon

What does it mean for you to be rich in God’s love? How can you dig more for riches that last?

Father God, help me to seek out Your wisdom and knowledge, Your judgments, and Your paths as I seek to follow You.

For further study, read New Life: The Transforming Power of the Gospel at DiscoverySeries.org/Q0417.

Bible in a year: Psalms 81–83; Romans 11:19–36

[TheConservativeParty]

💃🏻 Dancing the night away! Sounds great!

[The Mayor]

Asteroid Psyche

https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/asteroids-comets-and-meteors/asteroids/16-psyche/in-depth/

[luvie]

Happy Thank-The-Troops
Thursday!

[TheConservativeParty]

That happy pup has some big fuzzy ears! Very cute!