Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... August/September 2013

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

[The Mayor]

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The Next Chapter
August 25, 2013

Steve was almost 5 when his father, missionary pilot Nate Saint, was killed in 1956, along with four other men, by the Waodani tribe in Ecuador. But as a result of the love and forgiveness demonstrated by the families of the martyred men, there is now a growing community of believers among the Waodani.

As an adult, Steve moved back to Ecuador and became friends with Mincaye, one of the men who killed his father. Steve’s motto is: “Let God Write Your Story.” He says, “You have a lot of people . . . who want to write their own story and have God be their editor when [it] goes wrong. I decided long ago to let God write my story.” When Steve suffered a serious accident in 2012, he reassured his family: “Let’s let God write this chapter too.” His faith continues to carry him toward recovery.

The story continues to unfold for all followers of Jesus Christ. None of us knows how the next chapter of our life will read. But as we look to Jesus and “run with endurance the race that is set before us,” we can trust Him—the author and finisher of our faith (Heb. 12:1-2). Jesus wrote the beginning of our story, and He’ll write the next chapter and the ending as well.

When we stand with Christ in glory,
Looking o’er life’s finished story,
Then, Lord, shall I fully know—
Not till then—how much I owe. —McCheyne

Let your life tell the story of Christ’s love and mercy to the world around you.

Read: Hebrews 12:1-11

Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. —Hebrews 12:1-2

Bible in a Year:
Psalm 119:1-88; 1 Corinthians 7:20-40

[MEG33]

Such a beautiful story of faith and forgiveness, Rus.
I Am So Grateful To You For Our Daily Bread

[jaycee]

Well I went to the trouble for the scrambled eggs, toast, and blackberry jam. It was good but now I must clean up the mess. Oh well, it was worth it! (I guess).

[MEG33]

Sounds good!

[luvie]

Thank you for sharimg the word of God with us. Bless your day!

[MEG33]

Company’s coming...See you later.

[luvie]

Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord;
let us shout aloud to the
Rock of our salvation.
Let us come before him with thanksgiving
and extol him with music and song.

Providence~O Come Angel Band.wma

Providence~Thomas's Song.wma

Providence~He Is Ever Over Me.wma

Providence~Lord Feed Your Children.wma

Providence~Amazing Grace.wma

Providence~Sweet Beulah Land

[MEG33]

~Good Sunday Afternoon~

The Mayor;:Thank you for starting our day off right every day.
Jaycee: Thank you for your sweet comments and "keeping me company".
LUVW:Thank you so much for the beautiful scripture, music and graphic

~I Wish You All A Lovely Lord's Day And Evening~

[The Mayor]

I hope you both had at blessed and relaxing Sunday. I had to work, Lord forgive me but I am behind right now.

[jaycee]

And thank you for always posting such beautiful graphics. I always enjoy them. I haven’t posted pictures in so long, I have almost forgotten how to do it. I may need some remedial training....LOL! I’ll scream for help by Freepmail when I’m ready! Isn’t it funny if you don’t keep on doing these things, you sorta forget how especially as we get older. Who’s getting older???? LOL!

[Kitty Mittens]

You Always have the Most Wonderful Sunday Posts, Dear Meg!
(((((Thank you for the Blessing)))))

Thank you to Everyone for the Daily Pings and Posts.

(((((Love you All!)))))

[MEG33]

I wish you a good catching up on work week.

[MEG33]

Thank you, dear jaycee..I so appreciate your kind words.
Go back to the archives and view source on some of your oldies.

You may have some old ones in your email, too.

I need some company posting graphics!

My daughter is coming this week and I will be absent a lot.

[MEG33]

Thank you so much, dear Kitty..Company is coming this week so I will be away much of the time.
(((HUGS)))

[The Mayor]

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What’s At Stake?
August 27, 2013

To stake or not to stake? That’s the question Marilyn faced when she planted a tree sapling last summer. The salesman said, “Stake it for one year so it will be supported in strong winds. Then remove them so it can grow deep roots on its own.” But a neighbor told her, “Staking may cause more harm than good. The tree needs to start building strong roots right away, or it may never. Not staking is best for long-term health.”

We wonder about that question in relationships too. For instance, if someone has gotten himself into trouble, do we “stake him down” by rescuing him, or do we let the person “grow strong roots” on his own by allowing him to face the consequences of his choices? Obviously it depends on what seems best for the person’s long-term spiritual health. What does love do, and when does it do it? Proverbs 19 gives opposite thoughts: We are to have “pity” and lend our assistance (v.17), yet there are dangers in rescuing another because you might need to do it again (v.19). Providing the right help requires wisdom beyond our own.

God hasn’t left us on our own. He will give us the wisdom when we ask Him. And as we lean on Him, our own roots will grow deep in Him as well.

We lack wisdom, Lord, in many situations.
We know we’ll make mistakes, but teach us to
be dependent on You. Thank You that You will
be faithful. Grow our roots deep in You.

Real wisdom is looking at the world from God’s point of view.

Read: Proverbs 19:15-25

Listen to counsel and receive instruction, that you may be wise in your latter days. —Proverbs 19:20

Bible in a Year:
Psalm 119:89-176; 1 Corinthians 8

[MEG33]

We lack wisdom, Lord, in many situations.
We know we’ll make mistakes, but teach us to
be dependent on You. Thank You that You will
be faithful. Grow our roots deep in You

Oh my goodness..What a wonderful lesson. I have faced this quandary as have most of us I am sure. Wisdom greater than mine may God grant me.

[MEG33]

~Good Monday Morning~

"You can learn many things from children. How much patience
you have, for instance." Franklin P. Jones
;o)

Have A Good Week Everyone
~God Bless Our Troops~

[left that other site]

Good Morning, MEG!

(I love the saying on your post this morning! LOL!)

[GailA]

Good morning from lovely southern IND, beautiful day out. DIL has doc appointment today and Oncologist on the 30th, we will be headed home Sat.

[MEG33]

Thank you, ML..I did, too!

*Grin*