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1/01/2021 | The Mayor; Luvie; JustAmy

Posted on 01/01/2021 6:43:29 AM PST by JustAmy

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[The Mayor]

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Friday,
January 14, 2022

Practice What You Preach

Read: James 1:19–27

Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. James 1:22

I started reading the Bible to my sons when my youngest, Xavier, entered kindergarten. I would look for teachable moments and share verses that would apply to our circumstances and encourage them to pray with me. Xavier memorized Scripture without even trying. If we were in a predicament in which we needed wisdom, he’d blurt out verses that shined a light on God’s truth.

One day, I got angry and spoke harshly within his earshot. My son hugged me and said, “Practice what you preach, Mama.”

Xavier’s gentle reminder echoes the wise counsel of James as he addressed Jewish believers in Jesus scattered in various countries (James 1:1). Highlighting the various ways sin can interfere with our witness for Christ, James encouraged them to “humbly accept the word planted in them” (v. 21). By hearing but not obeying Scripture, we’re like people who look in the mirror and forget what we look like (vv. 23–24). We can lose sight of the privilege we’ve been given as image-bearers made right with God through the blood of Christ.

Believers in Jesus are commanded to share the gospel. The Holy Spirit changes us while empowering us to become better representatives and therefore messengers of the good news. As our loving obedience helps us reflect the light of God’s truth and love wherever He sends us, we can point others to Jesus by practicing what we preach. — Xochitl Dixon

In what ways have you struggled to obey Scripture? In what ways has God transformed you?

Loving God, please make me more like You so I can use every opportunity You give me to share Your love with others.

Bible in a year: Genesis 33–35; Matthew 10:1–20

[luvie]

So glad it was nice so you could visit your equine friend!

[luvie]

Chris DeBurgh~The Lady In Red

[TheConservativeParty]

I hadn’t seen the horse since Christmas, weather was so cold before.
😅

[left that other site]

Happy Red Friday!

Sending My Love!

(((HUGS)))

ML/LTOS

[TheConservativeParty]

Wow that was a fast week. 😅

[luvie]

Bet he/she was glad to see you! 🐴

[luvie]

Awww...we love you, too! 😻💋

[TheConservativeParty]

I forgot the carrots. She was disappointed. 😟

[luvie]

Awww....I hope she didn’t pout. :)

[TheConservativeParty]

She did.

[luvie]

Well, you’ll just have to take double the amount next time. :)

[TheConservativeParty]

I have spoiled her that way often.
🙃

[TheConservativeParty]

I sent you both a freepmail.
😌

[TheConservativeParty]

Good night FRiends
😴

[luvie]

Goodnight! Sleep well!

[The Mayor]

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Saturday,
January 15, 2022

Life by Death

Read: Exodus 12:5–13

When I see the blood, I will pass over you. Exodus 12:13

Carl was battling cancer and needed a double lung transplant. He asked God for new lungs but felt odd doing so. He confessed it’s a strange thing to pray, because “someone has to die so I might live.”  

Carl’s dilemma highlights a basic truth of Scripture: God uses death to bring life. We see this in the story of the exodus. Born into slavery, the Israelites languished under the oppressive hands of the Egyptians. Pharaoh wouldn’t release his grip until God made it personal. Every eldest son would die unless the family killed a spotless lamb and slathered its blood across their doorposts (Exodus 12:6–7, 12–13).

Today, you and I have been born into the bondage of sin. Satan wouldn’t release his grip on us until God made it personal, sacrificing His perfect Son on the blood-spattered arms of the cross.

Jesus calls us to join Him there. Paul explained, “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me” (Galatians 2:20). When we put our faith in God’s spotless Lamb, we commit to daily dying with Him—dying to our sin so we might rise with Him to new life (Romans 6:4–5). We express this faith every time we say no to the shackles of sin and yes to the freedom of Christ. We’re never more alive than when we die with Jesus. — Mike Wittmer

Why is death the only path to life? How have you shown that you’ve received Jesus’ death on your behalf?

Jesus, Your death brings me life. Help me die to sin today and live my life through You.

Bible in a year: Genesis 36–38; Matthew 10:21–42

[luvie]

Daniel O'Donnel~Church In The Wildwood

Vision Children's Choir~Hallelujah

Dallas Christian Choir~How Beautiful

Jeff Russell~Heaven Opened Its Doors

Jim Brickman~How Great Thou Art

Providence~Sweet Beulah Land

St. Olaf Choir~When Peace Like A River

Have a blessed Sunday
God bless our troops!

[The Mayor]

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Sunday,
January 16, 2022

Darkness and Light

Read: John 3:1–2, 16–20

I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life. John 8:12

As I sat in the courtroom, I witnessed several examples of the brokenness of our world: a daughter estranged from her mother; a husband and wife who’d lost the love they once had and now shared only bitterness; a husband who yearned to be reconciled with his wife and to be reunited with his children. They desperately needed changed hearts, healed wounds, and for God’s love to prevail.

Sometimes when the world around us seems to hold only darkness and despair, it’s easy to give in to despair. But then the Spirit, who lives inside believers in Christ (John 14:17), reminds us that Jesus died for that brokenness and pain. When He came into the world as a human, He brought light into the darkness (1:4–5; 8:12). We see this in His conversation with Nicodemus, who furtively came to Jesus in the cover of darkness but left impacted by the Light (3:1–2; 19:38–40).

Jesus taught Nicodemus that “God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life” (3:16).

Yet even though Jesus brought light and love into the world, many remain lost in the darkness of their sin (vv. 19–20). If we’re His followers, we have the light that dispels darkness. In gratitude, let’s pray that God will make us beacons of His love (Matthew 5:14–16). — Alyson Kieda

When has your hope been renewed through remembering that God loves you? How can you share Christ’s light with others?

Thank You, God, for coming to save me from the darkness of sin and despair. Help me to remain in Your light.

Bible in a year: Genesis 39–40; Matthew 11

[TheConservativeParty]

(Hi Kitty, been treating me and hubby for The Rona for 6 days so far)

update: I am feeling pretty good, still taking all the supplements and secret sauce, as is hubby who had a sweaty fever Saturday night. Was hoping he would say he was improving this morning but he had a bad feverish night. Will see what Monday morning brings. I am not letting up on the protocol of things to take even though I am improving and pass for healthy. It can sneak up on ya. After 2 total weeks pass I will consider it gone and then take the Dr. Zelenko supplements I ordered (arriving Monday). Will have hubby take them for a while after recovery too. Gotta be sure it’s gone.

Good night dear FRiends
😴