Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... June & July, 2013

June 1, 2013 | JustAmy; St.Louie1; MamaBear; Billie; Meg33, Friends

[luvie]

Happy [Unexpected] Caturday to Y'all! :)

[The Mayor]

Freep mail me to be on or off the Daily Bread ping list

The Wisdom Of Crowds
July 28, 2013

The online description of The Wisdom of Crowds reads, “In this fascinating book, New Yorker business columnist James Surowiecki explores a deceptively simple idea: Large groups of people are smarter than an elite few, no matter how brilliant—better at solving problems, fostering innovation, coming to wise decisions, even predicting the future.”

The author uses a variety of things, ranging from pop culture to politics, to present one basic thought: More often than not, the crowd gets it right. It’s an interesting theory, but one that would probably be debated during election years or when someone’s favorite contestant is voted off a reality TV show.

While the Bible makes it clear that the wisdom of crowds may not be reliable and can be dangerous (Matt. 7:13-14), there is another way collective wisdom can be helpful. In Proverbs 11:14, we read, “Where there is no counsel, the people fall; but in the multitude of counselors there is safety.” One of the benefits of the body of Christ is that we can assist one another—in part by working together to seek God’s wisdom. When we join together to pursue God’s purposes, we find safety in His provision of each other and receive His wisdom for the challenges of life.

Immortal, invisible, God only wise,
In light inaccessible hid from our eyes,
Most blessed, most glorious, the Ancient of Days,
Almighty, victorious, Thy great name we praise. —Smith

We best pursue the wisdom of God when we pursue it together.

Read: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Where there is no counsel, the people fall; but in the multitude of counselors there is safety. —Proverbs 11:14

Bible in a Year:
Psalms 46-48; Acts 28

[yorkie]

Have a Blessed
And Peaceful Sunday, everyone!

(Sorry to be so late - my computer went down!)

[left that other site]

Good Morning, Yorkie!

Thank You For your Beautiful Opening for Our Sunday Thread!

((((HUGS))))

[yorkie]

Looks like all our FR-Angels
are keeping quiet, today!

(Still having computer problems, here....)

[left that other site]

Hi!

Lynn-dah is STILL not eating.

But I fooled her.

I gave her a slice of Cheddar Cheese which she woofed down.

She can’t resist Cheddar Cheese.

Neither can I.

[luvie]

Proverbs 3...

5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.

6 In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. AMEN!

Ray Walker
~How Great Thou Art.wma~

God bless our troops!
God bless America!

[yorkie]

Thank you, Luv, for the beautiful graphic, scripture and music!
Ray Walker sounds a bit like Tennessee Ernie Ford.
It is a lovely rendition of "How Great Thou Art".
This little Angel is wishing you a peaceful Lord's Day!

[jaycee]

Isn’t that so cute?

[jaycee]

Beautiful, yorkie! Hope you had a peaceful, restful Sunday, and the same to all friends here at Amy’s.

[jaycee]

Loved this one!

Hope that computer gets straightened up soon....its so aggravating!!

[jaycee]

I’m listening to this music now, Luv. I have a new laptop and its not as good as it is on my table computer....too bad!
I love “How Great Thou Art” and He is truly great!!! I couldn’t make it without Him one day.

[jaycee]

Sorry I haven’t been here earlier but I’ve had one of those puny days.....LOL! Ever have those???

[yorkie]

This little angel
is sorry you are feeling puny, JC!
Thank you for all your kind words, today,
and I hope you had a peaceful, restful Sunday, too!

[luvie]

I’m so glad you enjoyed that great song....I loved sharing it!

[jaycee]

I am just now back on the computer since this morning. Its 8:40 here and I know your time must be about 5:40?

Thank you for the precious angel....wish I had seen it earlier and maybe I would have cheered up sooner.

You find the most darling angels EVER!!! Thanks again, yorkie. I haven’t done anything as the puniness hung around all day, can’t figure that one out! Guess its just one of those days! I did lie down and rest most of the day and am hoping Monday will be better. I don’t even feel like going to the doctor.

Hope you and all friends at Amy’s have had a nice Sunday! (((HUGS))) TO ALL!

[yorkie]

"We best pursue the wisdom of God
when we pursue it together."

Thank you so much, Rus,
For your dedication to sharing
Our Daily Bread each day!
We may not say it often enough, but
We APPRECIATE you!
I hope you had a restful Lord's Day.

[yorkie]

"Pay attention to your dreams.
God's Angels often speak directly
to our hearts
when we are asleep"
Author unknown.

Thank you for stopping by, and sharing your day with us.
Sweet dreams to all

[luvie]

God bless you, Yorkie! YOU are an angel in disguise! ((((hugs))))

[Kitty Mittens]

Your Angel Graphics are So Beautiful, Dear Yorkie! (((((Hugs and Blessings!)))))

(((((Goodnight to All FRiends, and God Bless)))))