A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....1-30-07....Akiane

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[GodBlessUSA]

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The Mayor posted this link below for us on this past Friday's thread. It is so very special, I thought, if anyone missed his post, they could enjoy seeing this today.

Video Clip ~ Akiane

Akiane was born on July 9, 1994, in Mount Morris, Illinois, to the atheistic stay-at-home Lithuanian homemaker mother. Akiane is an artistic child prodigy, artist and poet. She started drawing at age4 and painting at age 6. Akiane says her inspiration comes from above.

I want my art to draw people's attention to God, I want my poetry to keep people's attention to God.- Akiane



When young Akiane's special gift was discovered, not much time passed before the humble 10-year-old was featured on Oprah, CNN, and other national media programs. Akiane began working in pastels when she was 5, and completed her first painting at 7.

"I wake up after I have had many dreams. I wake up and I pray, and then I see visions and I explain all those to my mom, and I say, 'This is what I want to paint.' And my mom says, 'I'll give you a canvass so you can paint it.'"From her dreams Akiane began to compose what she calls the "Jesus" paintings, which took her more than 75 hours to complete. She has so far painted two oils of Jesus. She calls the first one "The Prince of Peace," and the second is titled "Forgive Them, Father."

When asked how she knows that it's God who is speaking to her, she replies, "Because I can hear His voice. His voice is quiet and beautiful." Although she was 3 at the time, she'll always remember God's first message to her. "He said, 'You have to do this, and I'll help you.' He said, 'Now you can help people.' I said, 'Yes, I will.' But I said it in different words in my mind. I speak through my mind to Him."

Here are a few links for more information and to view Akiane's work.

This link takes you to the website which has Akiane's art work and when viewing the pictures in the gallery, you can read her poems.
Akiane.com

Akiane interview ~ Youtube

Akiane ~ Source Christian Today

Youtube ~ Art by Akiane - Music by Steven Cravis

1-09-07 ~ Hall of Fame #18

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 1-29-07 Military Monday

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' Every Thursday at the Finest The guy's good, folks!

[GodBlessUSA]

Hi jaycee
She is so remarkable. I really enjoyed listening to her during her interview too. She is truly blessed and a blessing. :)

[GodBlessUSA]

It's good you had meds. I hope you feel better. You have a lot of snow. It's cold here. They said snow but it's probably not likely. I'd like one snow this season.

[La Enchiladita]

How about some sunFLOWERS in the meantime?

[NicknamedBob]

When I grow up, I want to be just like her.

[Lady Jag]

That garden path is beautiful. It is photoshopped, must be. Thanks for sharing.

It's nice thinking of green growing things in New England in January.

[La Enchiladita]

Hi Aqua! GeeBee, I just noticed what a LOVELY border you have on your table at the top of the thread!!! Very subtle, very nice.

[luvie]

No kidding...she is simply amazing.

But your talent is amazing, too, Bob. You have a unique style that we all love!

[La Enchiladita]

That is PRETTY, and oh so inviting....

[WVNan]

I know it's late, but I just wanted to drop by and say "Thank you" for introducting me to Akiane. I am overwhelmed and blessed by her testimony and gift.

[MEG33]

Thank you.I love this garden..A lovely break from the cold weather!

[.30Carbine]

THANK GOD!

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Good Morning GB.
The video was amazing.
Thanks again for sharing this gifted child and her precious art work with us.
Your thread made my day.

[GodBlessUSA]

Hi LadyJag. :)
This sure is the time of year, I love looking at pictures of flowers. That is for sure. Very lovely picture!

[GodBlessUSA]

Thank You Mrs. N! :)

[GodBlessUSA]

Hi Nan :)
She is an incredible inspiration. When I saw this she really touched my heart. I just loved showing this to my kids too. Faith. :)

[Mrs.Nooseman]

You are welcome.:)

[GodBlessUSA]

Hello .30Carbine :)

[GodBlessUSA]

Thank you Dita :)
I really had a difficult time choosing a background. I really appreciate you saying this. :)

[The Mayor]

January 31, 2007

Claiming Responsibility

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READ: Isaiah 53:1-10

He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities. —Isaiah 53:5

As images of burning rubble and frantic people flash on the TV screen, a reporter says, “A terrorist organization has claimed responsibility for last night’s bombing that left 23 dead and scores injured.” It was not a random act of violence but one that was calculated to frighten people and advance the agenda of those who stepped forward to say, “We did it.”

In stark contrast, one of history’s most brutal acts was intended to bring peace and healing, not fear. In addition, God claimed responsibility in the prophecy of Isaiah, seven centuries before it happened. The prophet foretold the death of the Messiah in these words: “He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed. . . . Yet it pleased the Lord to bruise Him; He has put Him to grief” (Isa. 53:5,10).

Just before Jesus Christ was crucified, He said, “No one takes [My life] from Me, but I lay it down of Myself. . . . This command I have received from My Father” (John 10:18). Jesus died willingly for our sin so that we might live through faith in Him.

God claimed responsibility for the death of His Son, allowing anyone to claim His gift of forgiveness.

When Jesus died upon the cross
He took our sin and shame;
He offers us His righteousness,
A gift that we must claim.  —Sper

The search for forgiveness ends when we find Christ.

Bible in One Year:   Exodus 25-26; Matthew 20:17-34

[GodBlessUSA]

Good Morning The Mayor

Amen