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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]

Our Daily Bread

Friday,
December 16, 2022

Legacy of Faith

Read: 2 Timothy 1:3–5

I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice. 2 Timothy 1:5

In 2019, research exploring the spiritual heritage of believers in Jesus in the United States revealed that mothers and grandmothers have a significant influence on spiritual development. Nearly two-thirds of people who claim a legacy of faith credited their mother, and one-third acknowledged that a grandparent (usually a grandmother) also played a significant role. 

The report’s editor remarked, “Over and over, this study speaks to the enduring impact of mothers in . . . spiritual development.” It’s an impact we also discover in Scripture. 

In Paul’s letter to his protégé Timothy, he acknowledged that Timothy’s faith was modeled to him by his grandmother Lois and his mother Eunice (2 Timothy 1:5). It’s a delightful personal detail highlighting the impact of two women on one of the leaders of the early church. Their influence can also be seen in Paul’s encouragement to Timothy: “continue in what you have learned [because] from infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures” (3:14–15). 

A strong spiritual heritage is a precious gift. But even if our upbringing lacked the kind of positive influences that helped form Timothy’s faith, there are likely others in our life who’ve had a profound impact in helping to shape our spiritual development. Most important, we all have the opportunity to model sincere faith to those around us and leave a lasting legacy. — Lisa M. Samra

Who’s had a significant impact on your spiritual development? How can you encourage others in faith?

Father, thank You for the men and women in my life that have modeled sincere faith.

Bible in a year: Amos 4–6; Revelation 7

[luvie]

Chris DeBurgh~The Lady In Red

[left that other site]

Happy Red Friday!

And Stay Warm!

(((HUGS)))

ML/LTOS

[luvie]

No worries here…even though it’s “only” 44 right now. I’m staying in…and hope you and Tippy can, too!

[TheConservativeParty]

Happy Cold and Snowy Friday!

We got a bit more snow overnight, and the temperature dropped a lot since yesterday.

This is what December is supposed to be like.

Some sunshine would be nice. 7 day forecast still shows no 🌝 sun.

My goodness, next Thursday has a high of 10 degrees on the forecast. 🥶

Well. That sounds fabulous!
😅

[luvie]

Stay warm! It's going to be a challenge every time you leave the house!

🌨

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Saturday,
December 17, 2022

Just Enough

Read: Proverbs 30:7–9

Give me neither poverty nor riches, but give me only my daily bread. Proverbs 30:8

In the movie Fiddler on the Roof, the character Tevye talks honestly with God about His economics: “You made many, many poor people. I realize, of course, that it’s no shame to be poor. But it’s no great honor either! So, what would have been so terrible if I had a small fortune! . . . Would it have spoiled some vast, eternal plan—if I were a wealthy man?”

Many centuries before author Sholem Aleichem placed these honest words on Tevye’s tongue, Agur lifted an equally honest but somewhat different prayer to God in the book of Proverbs. Agur asked God to give him neither poverty nor wealth—just his “daily bread” (Proverbs 30:8). He knew that having “too much” could make him proud and transform him into a practical atheist—denying the character of God. In addition, he asked God to not let him “become poor” because it might cause him to dishonor God’s name by stealing from others (v. 9). Agur recognized God as his sole provider, and he asked Him for “just enough” to satisfy his daily needs. His prayer revealed a pursuit of God and the contentment that’s found in Him alone.  

May we have Agur’s attitude, recognizing God as the provider of all we have. And as we pursue financial stewardship that honors His name, let’s live in contentment before Him—the One who not only provides “just enough,” but more than enough. — Marvin Williams

What can you do to pursue God and find contentment in Him? How can you express your gratitude to Him for His faithfulness?

Dear God, our Provider, help me to be satisfied with everything You supply.

Bible in a year: Amos 7–9; Revelation 8

[luvie]

Happy Christmas Week
Caturday!

[left that other site]

Two Rules.

One: Don't Eat The Yellow Snow.

Two: DON'T Chew on the Wires when the Lights are on.

(((HUGS)))

ML/LTOS

[luvie]

Good things to remember!

One other one...for anytime: “Don’t squat with yer spurs on.” 🤣

[TheConservativeParty]

I hope Santa leaves me a nice pup like that!
😄🐶

[left that other site]

LOL!

[left that other site]

It’s an Aussie. Are you prepared to run 4 miles every motning? LOL

[Silentgypsy]

Thank you.

[The Mayor]

My pleasure

[luvie]

Ambrosian Men's Choir~Wonderful Councelor

Folk Angel~Come O Come Emmanuel

Chris Botti~Ave Maria

Mannheim Steamroller~Silent Night

Pentatonix~Mary, Did You Know

Trans-Siberian Orchestra~An Angel Came Down

Warren Hill~O Holy Night

Have a blessed Christmas Season
God bless our troops!

[TheConservativeParty]

Ha, I couldn’t run that much when I was a kid!
😅

[left that other site]

Well, it was chilly this morning, so we only went about 3 miles altogether.

At a brisk walk, not really a run.

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Sunday,
December 18, 2022

The Miracle of Christmas

Read: Romans 8:1–10

[God sent] his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh to be a sin offering. Romans 8:3

At a garage sale, I found a nativity set in a beat-up cardboard box. As I picked up the baby Jesus, I noticed the finely sculpted details of the infant’s body. This newborn wasn’t cocooned in a blanket with closed eyes—he was awake and partially unwrapped with outstretched arms, open hands, and fingers extended. “I’m here!” he seemed to say.

The figurine illustrated the miracle of Christmas—that God sent His Son to earth in a human body. As Jesus’ infant body matured, His little hands played with toys, eventually held the Torah, and then fashioned furniture before His ministry began. His feet, once plump and perfect at birth, grew to carry Him from place to place to teach and heal. At the end of His life, these human hands and feet would be pierced with nails to hold His body on the cross.

“In that body God declared an end to sin’s control over us by giving his Son as a sacrifice for our sins,” Romans 8:3 (nlt) says. If we accept Jesus’ sacrifice as payment for all our wrongs and submit our lives to Him, we’ll find relief from sin’s bondage. Because the Son of God was born to us as a real, wiggling, kicking infant, there’s a way to have peace with God and the assurance of an eternity with Him. — Jennifer Benson Schuldt

What’s the difference between celebrating Jesus at Christmas and celebrating the season of Christmas?

Dear God, thank You for sending Jesus to earth as a human baby to free me from the bondage of sin and death.

For further study, read The God Who Is with Us.

Bible in a year: Obadiah; Revelation 9

[TheConservativeParty]

Happy Monday Madness!
🥱
Was up before sunrise. Couldn’t sleep.
🙄

Going to Sam’s Club today, mooching off my mom’s membership. Haven’t been there for a year.

Have a good day!
🌝

ps-was 4 degrees last night
🥶