[MEG33]

~Welcome To Sunday At Amy's Place~

Cherry Blossom Time

Psalm 96
1. Oh, sing to the LORD a new song. Sing to the LORD, all the earth.

2. Sing to the LORD, bless His name; Proclaim the good news of His
salvation from day to day.

~Blessings To All Who Enter Here~
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[The Mayor]

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Promoting Unity
March 23, 2014

Read: Proverbs 6:16-19

The Lord hates . . . one who sows discord among brethren. —Proverbs 6:16,19

Bible in a Year:
Joshua 13-15; Luke 1:57-80

The language of Proverbs 6:16-19 is strong. In the citing of seven things the Lord hates, sowing “discord among brethren” makes the list. The reason for naming this sin is that it spoils the unity that Christ desires for His followers (John 17:21-22).

Those who sow discord may not initially set out to create divisions. They may be preoccupied instead with their personal needs or the interests of a group they belong to (James 4:1-10). Consider how Lot’s herdsmen argued with those of Abraham (Gen. 13:1-18); Christ’s disciples argued about personal preeminence (Luke 9:46); and divisive groups in the church at Corinth elevated party factions above the unity of the Spirit (1 Cor. 3:1-7).

So what is the best way to promote unity? It begins with the transformation of the heart. When we adopt the mind of Christ, we develop an attitude of humility and we focus on service toward others (Phil. 2:5-11). Only in Him can we access the power to “look out not only for [our] own interests, but also for the interests of others” (v.4). Soon the needs and hopes of others become more important to us than our own.

With growing bonds of love among us, we find discord replaced with joy and unity (see Ps. 133:1).

Like a mighty army moves the church of God;
Brothers, we are treading where the saints have trod.
We are not divided, all one body we—
One in hope and doctrine, one in charity. —Baring-Gould

We can accomplish more together than we can alone.

[The Mayor]

Beautiful scene Meg. Can’t wait to see blossoms here.
Thank you for your daily posts.

[yorkie]

Meg, that is one of your BEST openings! The scripture, the graphic, the video, the colors, and the (ahem) FRAME are all perfect for an early Sunday Spring!

Thank you! (((HUGS)))

[yorkie]

~William Wordsworth~

[MEG33]

Good Sunday Morning~~Afternoon

It's time for lunch and a nap at my house.
Wishing You All A Lovely, Blessed Sunday Afternoon

[left that other site]

Gorgeous!

thank you for the Breath of Spring, Dear FRiends!

[potlatch]

How beautiful! Everything’s budding out here. Happy Sunday to you too, Meg.

[goat granny]

a sweet place for a leisurly walk.

[geologist]

GLORY GLORY GLORY of the handiwork of God. Hallelujah! AMEN

How can anyone believe there is no God? Our nation has moved ever more and more away from the truth of God.

God is not mocked. Abortion and same sex coupling are not in agreement with Gods commands. Neither are many other sins; adultery, hate, murder, theft, etc. We are to love God and love our fellow man. Do unto others as we would have others to do unto us. Forgive us LORD we know not what we do, in Jesus name. amen.