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Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... October, November and December 2020
10-01-2020
| Meg33; The Mayor, Trisham, JustAmy
Posted on 09/30/2020 9:26:22 PM PDT by JustAmy
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TOPICS: Chit/Chat; Humor; Miscellaneous; Poetry
KEYWORDS: amysplace; friendship; october2020; poetry
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To: luvie
461
posted on
11/25/2020 2:06:59 PM PST
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left that other site
(If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all. (Isaiah 7:9))
To: Jim Robinson; JustAmy; MEG33; jaycee; dutchess; GodBlessUSA; deadhead; LUV W; DollyCali; Gabz; ...
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November 26Giving Thanks Always
Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done.
Isaiah 12:4 In the seventeenth century, Martin Rinkart served as a clergyman in Saxony, Germany, for more than thirty years during times of war and plague. One year he conducted more than 4,000 funerals, including his wife’s, and at times food was so scarce that his family went hungry. Although he could have despaired, his faith in God remained strong and he gave thanks continually. In fact, he poured his gratitude into
“Nun danket alle Gott,” the song that became the well-loved English hymn, “Now Thank We All Our God.”
Rinkart followed the example of the prophet Isaiah, who instructed God’s people to give thanks at all times, including when they’d disappointed God (Isaiah 12:1) or when enemies oppressed them. Even then they were to exalt God’s name, making “known among the nations what he has done” (v. 4).
We might give thanks easily during harvest celebrations such as Thanksgiving, when we’re enjoying an abundant feast with friends and family. But can we express our gratitude to God in difficult times, such as when we’re missing someone from our table or when we’re struggling with our finances or when we’re locked in conflict with one close to us?
Let’s echo Pastor Rinkart, joining hearts and voices as we give praise and thanks to “the eternal God, whom earth and Heaven adore.” We can “sing to the Lord, for he has done glorious things” (v. 5).
Reflect & Pray
In times of hardship, how do you turn to thanksgiving and praise? What role does God through His Holy Spirit play in this?
Father God, I thank You for Your amazing work in my life. You love me unendingly, more than I can even express.
462
posted on
11/26/2020 6:39:56 AM PST
by
The Mayor
(I am outraged at your outrage toward the outrage!)
To: JustAmy; yorkie; tiapam; MEG33; GodBlessUSA; Colonel_Flagg; jaycee; oldteen; ...
463
posted on
11/26/2020 11:05:18 AM PST
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: MEG33; ConorMacNessa; LUV W; AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; ...
Happy Thanksgiving!
Blessings To All!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
ML/LTOS
464
posted on
11/26/2020 11:41:35 AM PST
by
left that other site
(If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all. (Isaiah 7:9))
To: left that other site
They'd better be keeping and eye on that turkey or it's gonna "fly" away. 🦃
465
posted on
11/26/2020 11:52:32 AM PST
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: left that other site
Damn Bumpus's!!!!
466
posted on
11/26/2020 11:58:09 AM PST
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mylife
(The Roar Of The Masses Could Be Farts)
To: left that other site; JustAmy; Billie; GodBlessUSA; Lady Jag; yorkie; Diver Dave; luvie; ...
HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO AMY'S PLACE! |
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467
posted on
11/26/2020 12:02:28 PM PST
by
ConorMacNessa
(FMF Corpsman - Lima 3/5 RVN 1969 - St. Michael the Archangel defend us in Battle!)
To: left that other site; luvie; All
Happy Thanksgiving!
My turkey is one hour from being “done”!
We’re gettin’ hungry!
To: mylife; luvie
469
posted on
11/26/2020 3:44:30 PM PST
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left that other site
(If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all. (Isaiah 7:9))
To: TheConservativeParty
Just did the rounds!
Visited or called all my many siblings and friends.
Now I shall retire with gratitude in my heart.
Happy Thanksgiving.
470
posted on
11/26/2020 3:51:28 PM PST
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left that other site
(If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all. (Isaiah 7:9))
To: mylife
471
posted on
11/26/2020 5:45:13 PM PST
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: luvie
I never get tired of that movie!
472
posted on
11/26/2020 6:13:10 PM PST
by
mylife
(The Roar Of The Masses Could Be Farts)
To: mylife
Me either. It is soooo like my childhood, except it was my brother who wanted a BB gun and my mom would freak out. LOL!
473
posted on
11/26/2020 6:36:58 PM PST
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: Jim Robinson; JustAmy; MEG33; jaycee; dutchess; GodBlessUSA; deadhead; LUV W; DollyCali; Gabz; ...
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November 27Facing the Battle
Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.
1 Chronicles 16:11 Not long ago I met up with a group of friends. As I listened to the conversation, it seemed like
everyone in the room was facing some significant battle. Two of us had parents fighting cancer, one had a child with an eating disorder, another friend was experiencing chronic pain, and another was facing major surgery. It seemed a lot for a bunch of people in their thirties and forties.
First Chronicles 16 recounts a key moment in Israel’s history when the ark of the covenant was brought into the City of David (Jerusalem). Samuel tells us it happened in a moment of peace between battles (2 Samuel 7:1). When the ark was in place, symbolizing God’s presence, David led the people in a song of praise (1 Chronicles 16:8–36). Together the nation sang of God’s wonder-working power, His promise-keeping ways, and His past protection (vv. 12–22). “Look to the Lord and his strength,” they cried out; “seek his face always” (v. 11). They’d need to, because more battles were coming.
Look to the Lord and His strength. Seek His face. That’s not bad advice to follow when illness, family concerns, and other battles confront us, because we haven’t been left to fight in our own waning energies. God is present; God is strong; He’s looked after us in the past and will do so again.
Our God will get us through. Reflect & Pray
What battle do you need God’s power to face right now? How can you hand your struggle to Him?
Wonder-working God, I hand over this battle to You. I trust in Your strength and Your promises.
474
posted on
11/27/2020 5:57:00 AM PST
by
The Mayor
(I am outraged at your outrage toward the outrage!)
To: TheConservativeParty
I hope you and the ones who celebrated with you had a lovely day yesterday!
475
posted on
11/27/2020 9:17:11 AM PST
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: JustAmy; yorkie; tiapam; MEG33; GodBlessUSA; Colonel_Flagg; jaycee; oldteen; ...
WEARING RED ON FRIDAY FOR OUR HEROES!
Chris DeBurgh~The Lady In Red
🇺🇸 O, say, can you see By the dawn's early light What so proudly we hailed At the twilight's last gleaming?.... 🇺🇸
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476
posted on
11/27/2020 9:21:17 AM PST
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: MEG33; ConorMacNessa; LUV W; AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; ...
Happy Day After Thanksgiving!
Time For A Nap! Happy RED FRIDAY!
(((HUGS)))
ML/LTOS
477
posted on
11/27/2020 9:47:16 AM PST
by
left that other site
(If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all. (Isaiah 7:9))
To: left that other site
Hope you had a lovely day and got to spend time with at least a part of family. Have a great weekend!
478
posted on
11/27/2020 10:21:50 AM PST
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: luvie
Had a nice day with the folks, though I was the one who did the visiting and calling. I got every one in though! :-)
479
posted on
11/27/2020 10:23:24 AM PST
by
left that other site
(If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all. (Isaiah 7:9))
To: left that other site
Good for you! I guess someone has to be that person who reaches out. LOL
480
posted on
11/27/2020 10:32:46 AM PST
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
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