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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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[pollywog]

How precious for you to visit your aunt.
My sister is going to be 93 soon and I love being with her.
I will soon be 81 and she is a lot more active than me.

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Thursday,
September 15, 2022

Where I Belong

Read: Psalm 133

How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity! Psalm 133:1

At the end of a meal to mark Passover, a traditional Jewish holiday that celebrates and remembers the greatness of God’s saving work, church members expressed their joy by dancing together in a circle. Barry stood back, watching with a huge smile. He remarked how much he loved these occasions, saying, “This is my family now. This is my community. I’ve found somewhere where I know I can love and be loved . . . where I belong.”

In his childhood, Barry suffered cruel emotional and physical abuse, robbing him of his joy. But his local church welcomed him and introduced him to Jesus. Finding their unity and joy infectious, he began following Christ and felt loved and accepted.

In Psalm 133, King David used powerful images to illustrate the far-reaching effects of the “good and pleasant” unity of God’s people. He said it’s like someone who is anointed with precious oil, the liquid running down over their collar (v. 2). This anointing was common in the ancient world, sometimes as a greeting when one entered a home. David also compared this unity to the dew that falls on the mountain bringing life and blessing (v. 3).

Oil releases a fragrance that fills a room and dew brings moisture to dry places. Unity too has good and pleasant effects such as welcoming those who are alone. Let’s seek to be united in Christ so that God can bring about good through us. — Amy Boucher Pye

When have you seen unity at work in your community? How could you reach out to someone you don’t know at your church?

Jesus, help me to show Your love, not only to those I find easy to accept but also to those I find challenging.

Bible in a year: Proverbs 22–24; 2 Corinthians 8

[luvie]

Have a great
Thank-The-Troops Thursday!

[left that other site]

Happy Thankful Thursday!

I Am Thankful For This Beautiful September Day!

(((HUGS)))

ML/LTOS

[TheConservativeParty]

I wish my aunt lived closer to me, so I could see her much more. My other aunt is even farther away, about 1000 miles. 🙃

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Friday,
September 16, 2022

Hallelujah!

Read: Revelation 11:15–18

He will reign for ever and ever. Revelation 11:15

Astonishingly, it took Handel only twenty-four days to write the orchestral music for the Messiah oratorio—today perhaps the world’s most famous musical composition, one performed thousands of times every year around the world. The magnificent work reaches its climax nearly two hours after it begins with the most famous part of the oratorio, the “Hallelujah Chorus.”

As the trumpets and timpani announce the beginning of the chorus, voices layer on top of each other as the choir sings the words of Revelation 11:15: “And he shall reign for ever and ever.” It’s a triumphant declaration of the hope of eternity in heaven with Jesus.

Many of the words in Messiah come from the book of Revelation, the apostle John’s account of a vision he had near the end of his life describing events culminating with the return of Christ. In Revelation, John returned again and again to the theme of the return of the resurrected Jesus to earth—when there would be great rejoicing with the sound of choirs (19:1–8). The world will rejoice because Jesus will have defeated the powers of darkness and death and established a kingdom of peace.

One day, all the people of heaven will sing together in a magnificent choir proclaiming the majesty of Jesus and the blessing of His forever reign (7:9). Until then, we live, work, pray, and wait in hope. — Lisa M. Samra

How does the return of Jesus to reign over the earth provide you with hope now? What songs encourage you with reminders of the majesty of Jesus?

Come quickly, Jesus, to establish Your reign over the earth.

Learn more about understanding the book of Revelation.

Bible in a year: Proverbs 25–26; 2 Corinthians 9

[luvie]

Chris DeBurgh~The Lady In Red

God Bless Our Troops!
God Bless America!

[left that other site]

Happy Red Friday!

Have A Beautiful September Day!

(((HUGS)))

ML/LTOS

[luvie]

Thanks! Probably not as lovely as yours. it’s supposed to get up to 91 today. Bah!

[MS.BEHAVIN]

*HUG*
Don’t you look cute today, Sissy!
Thanx for your PING!

[luvie]

Hey there, Sis! (((hugs)))

It’s always good to see you! Hope to see you around more! Hope you and MrB are doing well. Enjoying retirement as much as I am?

[MS.BEHAVIN]

We ARE enjoying it, thank you!
After 40 years in the nursing field, I
was more than ready to stop!

I really miss my patients, but it was time.
I’ll pop by more often.
I just had a ton of stuff to do first!

This weekend, the back porch gets it!
*evil grin*

[MS.BEHAVIN]

Hey....
Where’s your other slipper, Cinderella?

[luvie]

Oh, my! I hope the prince has it and will be coming to set me free! :D

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Saturday,
September 17, 2022

Deep-Water Rescue

Read: Psalm 18:1–3, 16–19

He drew me out of deep waters. Psalm 18:16

A record rainfall more than tripled what was forecasted in Waverly, Tennessee, in August 2021. In the wake of the powerful storm, twenty people lost their lives and hundreds of homes were destroyed. Had it not been for the compassion and skill of helicopter pilot Joel Boyers, the loss of human life would’ve been even greater.

The pilot took flight in response to a phone call from a woman who was concerned about her loved ones. In addition to seeing houses on fire and cars in trees, Boyers noted, “It was nothing but [muddy], raging water below me.” The pilot, however, bravely proceeded to rescue twelve people from the roofs of their homes.

More often than not in life, the swirling floods we face aren’t literal—but oh, how real! In days of uncertainty and instability, we can feel overwhelmed, unsafe—“in over our heads” mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. But we don’t need to despair.

In Psalm 18, we read how David’s enemies were many and mighty, but his God was greater. How great? So great and powerful (v. 1) that he used multiple metaphors (v. 2) to describe Him. God was mighty enough to rescue from deep waters and strong enemies (vv. 16–17). How great? Great enough for us to call upon Him in the name of Jesus, regardless of the volume and depth of the “waters” surrounding us in life (v. 3).   — Arthur Jackson

What deep waters are you facing that compel you to call upon God? What keeps you from calling on Him?

Strong, saving, rescuing God, in the midst of my distress, when life’s waters are raging, grant me the faith to see You and cleave to You in every storm.

For further study, read Clinging to Hope in the Storm.

Bible in a year: Proverbs 27–29; 2 Corinthians 10

[luvie]

Almost missed this since you posted it to yourself. LOL!

Glad you’re enjoying retirement and rock that porch this weekend!!

[luvie]

Shadow-Skritch My Tummy!
[So I Did!!]
Happy Caturday!

[TheConservativeParty]

Happy Caturday, Shadow!

☺️

[left that other site]

Happy Saturday!

It's A Lovely Day For A Ride!

(((HUGS)))

ML/LTOS

[TheConservativeParty]

Trump Rally today, 7pm eastern.
Pre-rally show on already on Real America’s Voice channel.
They interviewed Marjorie Taylor Greene as she crossed the parking lot.

MAGA
🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸