1 posted on 04/08/2021 6:04:01 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska

To: Kathy in Alaska

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April 9

Refuge for the Rejected

Bible in a Year:

Have mercy on me, my God, have mercy on me, for in you I take refuge.

George Whitefield (1714–1770) was one of the most gifted and effective preachers in history, leading thousands to faith in Jesus. But his life wasn’t without controversy. His practice of preaching outdoors (to accommodate large crowds) was sometimes criticized by those who questioned his motives and felt he should speak only within the four walls of a church building. Whitefield’s epitaph sheds light on his response to others’ harsh words: “I am content to wait till the Day of Judgment for the clearing up of my character; and after I am dead, I desire no other epitaph than this, ‘Here lies George Whitefield—what sort of a man he was, the great day will discover.’ ”

In the Old Testament, when David faced harsh criticism from others, he too entrusted himself to God. When Saul falsely accused David of leading a rebellion and he was forced to hide from Saul’s approaching army in a cave, David described being “in the midst of lions,” among “men whose teeth are spears and arrows, whose tongues are sharp swords” (Psalm 57:4). But even in that difficult place, he turned to God and found comfort in Him: “For great is your love, reaching to the heavens; your faithfulness reaches to the skies” (v. 10).

When others misunderstand or reject us, God is our “refuge” (v. 1). May He be forever praised for His unfailing and merciful love!

Reflect & Pray

How does dwelling on God’s mercy help you when you’re discouraged? How can you demonstrate His love to another?

Abba Father, I praise You that I can be accepted by You forever because of Your Son. I take refuge in Your perfect love today.

2 posted on 04/08/2021 6:04:23 PM PDT by The Mayor (I am outraged at your outrage toward the outrage!)

To: Kathy in Alaska

3 posted on 04/08/2021 6:04:43 PM PDT by Biggirl (" One Lord, one faith, one baptism" - Ephesians-4:6)

To: Kathy in Alaska

Two of my favorite artists are Carlton Coon and Joe Sanders, who headed the Coon-Sanders Nighthawks.

Slue Foot (1927)

Little Orphan Annie (1929)

4 posted on 04/08/2021 6:07:47 PM PDT by Fiji Hill

To: Kathy in Alaska

5 posted on 04/08/2021 6:08:39 PM PDT by PROCON (Our rights do not come from government, therefore they cannot take them away.)

To: Kathy in Alaska

Chicago

Color My World

No Tell Lover

6 posted on 04/08/2021 6:09:00 PM PDT by blueunicorn6 ("A crack shot and a good dancer”)

To: Kathy in Alaska

Waylon Jennings

You Asked me to
https://youtu.be/QbexQaNlpw0

Amanda

https://youtu.be/jeRcxaDwDvo

8 posted on 04/08/2021 6:13:24 PM PDT by Lurkina.n.Learnin (The veil of civilization is only 9 meals thick. )

To: Kathy in Alaska

Van Morrison
Vanlose Stairway
Gloria

9 posted on 04/08/2021 6:13:28 PM PDT by dainbramaged (The best bilge pump is a scared man with a bucket.)

To: Kathy in Alaska

Kenny Chesney:

“Knowing You”
“Here And Now”

10 posted on 04/08/2021 6:13:35 PM PDT by Biggirl (" One Lord, one faith, one baptism" - Ephesians-4:6)

To: Kathy in Alaska

I’ll take this opportunity to whine and complain. I’m a senior citizen, so I’m allowed to do that. You can look it up.

Anyway, the word “artist” should be reserved for those folks who paint pictures. Folks who sing songs are singers, not artists. Folks in the movies are actors, not artists. Etc.

This is not a rant against you, Kathy. It’s just an old guy’s rant in general. I’d like to say more, but there are some neighborhood kids on my lawn. So I’ve got to go yell at them.

11 posted on 04/08/2021 6:14:20 PM PDT by Leaning Right (I have already previewed or do not wish to preview this composition.)

To: Kathy in Alaska

Into The Mystic
Domino

Van Morisson

13 posted on 04/08/2021 6:16:08 PM PDT by left that other site (If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all. (Isaiah 7:9))

To: Kathy in Alaska

LAURA BRANIGAN.....

GLORIA....

TI AMO

Actually everything she does is my favorite

14 posted on 04/08/2021 6:16:09 PM PDT by Hambone 1934 (When will the dems turn the US into Venezuela????)

To: Kathy in Alaska

The Eagles

Hotel California
Peaceful Easy Feeling

16 posted on 04/08/2021 6:18:57 PM PDT by Rio

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19 posted on 04/08/2021 6:19:58 PM PDT by EandH Dad (sleeping giants wake up REALLY grumpy)

To: Kathy in Alaska

Not my absolute favorite, but way up in the Top 10 would be
The Bee Gees,
Two of many, many songwriting examples;

a. How Can You Mend A Broken Heart?
b. Islands In The Stream, as performed by Kenny Rogers & Dolly Parton.
(Ouch!, you just twisted my arm! Okay, here’s one more)
c. Night Fever!

20 posted on 04/08/2021 6:20:27 PM PDT by lee martell

To: Kathy in Alaska

Another favorite artist of mine is Fred Waring, who led a great jazz band before going into the world of choral music where he became well-known. I actually saw him perform in 1982. Two years later, my parents went to a choral music workshop that he led at Penn State University. The day after it ended, he passed away.

Bolshevik (1926)

Stack O'Lee Blues (1928)

So Beats My Heart for You (1930)

Dancing in the Dark--with the Three Girl Friends (1931)

22 posted on 04/08/2021 6:21:05 PM PDT by Fiji Hill

To: Kathy in Alaska

Del Shannon, “So Long, Baby”, “Stranger in Town”

24 posted on 04/08/2021 6:24:29 PM PDT by Dr. Sivana (There is no salvation in politics)

To: Kathy in Alaska

Allen Holdsworth

Sixteen Men of Tain
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eLRgy5zLUfg

Forever until Sunday
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPWD-gcIaY4