[JustAmy]

4-23-04
Graphic by MamaBear

CROSSROADS II

Look around, lady, what do you see
The ocean coming in on the tide
Will you go there for me
Or are you just along for the ride

Walk along the beach with me
It isn't quite as dark as you think
The whole world has fallen asleep
There's only you here with me

No need to be afraid
Nothing for you to fear
Learning to love the night
Is learning what it means to be free

Look up, can you see the moon
Or do clouds fill your midnight sky
Does lightning turn night to day
Or does it flash just to say it tried

When it all comes to pass
When everything comes around
I'll be standing at the crossroads
I believe I'm sinking down

Words and Music by Tragically Single (last two lines by Robert Johnson)
© Tragically Single

[JustAmy]

Thank you for allowing us to use your lyrics to accompany today's Welcome Graphic. Now we want to hear the music! :)

MamaBear, thank you for the lovely Graphic.

[MeekOneGOP]

Mornin', everybody ! Happy Friday ! TGIF !

Have a cup while you Freep !

[Conspiracy Guy]

I like a good Cream tune.

[The Mayor]

A Storm Is Coming! It is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment. —Hebrews 9:27

Those who reject Christ as Savior will face Him as Judge.

[The Mayor]

April 23, 2004

A Storm Is Coming!

Read: Proverbs 1:20-33

It is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment. —Hebrews 9:27

Bible In One Year: 2 Samuel 16-18; Luke 17:20-37

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We were in a small boat on the far side of the lake and the fish were biting when we heard a rumble of thunder in the distance. Looking up, we saw a mass of dark clouds in the west.

I ignored the suggestion of my fishing partner that it might be wise to start back to the cottage—I wanted to keep fishing. Then it happened! The storm was suddenly upon us. We tried to start the motor but it wouldn't go! My friend tried to row, but the rain came in sheets and the waves tossed our little aluminum boat. We survived, but I learned a lesson. Don't delay when a storm is brewing.

Another type of storm is coming—a day of judgment. It may seem far off, and you don't feel you have to hurry to prepare. You may be in good health and in the prime of life. But listen, the storm may come upon you unexpectedly.

Proverbs 1 says that disaster will strike the person who foolishly ignores all warnings (v.27). And the author of Hebrews warned, "It is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment" (9:27).

To heed God's warnings is true wisdom. Have you sought shelter in Christ? If you haven't, it's time to stop "fishing" and seek safety before it's too late. Turn from your sin to Christ. Do so today. —M. R. De Haan, M.D.

Oh, turn to Christ while still you may;
Too late, it soon will be—
A glorious life you then will have
Throughout eternity. —Anon.

Those who reject Christ as Savior will face Him as Judge.

[Jen]

Good morning FRiends! It's St. George's Day so go slay some dragons and rescue some fair maidens and have a great day!

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[PreviouslyA-Lurker]

I wish I was in that graphic (and that skinny again)...

Does lightning turn night to day
Or does it flash just to say it tried

Very nice! A lot of meaning in that word picture...

[ST.LOUIE1]

Afternoon, ((((Sis))))

Are you out playing around? : )

[Billie]

How pretty that is! Would love to hear the music, too, Amy!