Posted on 07/29/2021 6:00:24 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska
Hi.
Six Days on the Road--Dave Dudley (1963)
Good evening, Biggirl...the week is almost over. Put your feet up and relax.
Boy, did they have it right! Thanks, Fiji. ((HUGS))
Freedom's Cause--Bill Floyd (1966)
It isn’t so great as music—but it is memorable and slams the government.
The Government Can (by Tim Hawkins)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LO2eh6f5Go0
Bible in a Year:
Saul has slain his thousands, and David his tens of thousands.
A song lies at the heart of another envy story. After David’s victory over Goliath, the Israelites heartily sing, “Saul has slain his thousands, and David his tens of thousands” (1 Samuel 18:7). The comparison doesn’t sit well with King Saul. Envious of David’s success and afraid of losing his throne (vv. 8–9), Saul begins a prolonged pursuit of David, trying to take his life.
Like Salieri with music or Saul with power, we’re usually tempted to envy those with similar but greater gifts than we possess. And whether it’s picking fault with their work or belittling their success, we too can seek to damage our “rivals.”
Saul had been divinely chosen for his task (10:6–7, 24), a status that should’ve fostered security in him rather than envy. Since we each have unique callings too (Ephesians 2:10), maybe the best way to overcome envy is to quit comparing ourselves. Let’s celebrate each other’s successes instead.
Reflect & Pray
Whom are you most tempted to envy? How can you celebrate their success?
Loving God, I thank You for my friends’ and colleagues’ successes.
Good evening, Kathy!
Perfect reflection of my hatred for hypocrites: “Harper Valley PTA” by the gorgeous Jeannie C. Riley
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoMPrjmjeUY
“Fighting side of me” by Merle Haggard. (Those who gripe about the US)
The Minutemen Are Turning in their Graves--Stonewall Jackson (1966)
Tim Hawkins is hilarious!
“Where Have All The Good Times Gone?” by Van Halen. The title says it all.
Mr. Stalin, You're Eating Too High on the Hob--Arthur "Guitar Boogie" Smith & His Crackerjacks (1950)
No, No, Joe--Luke the Drifter (1950)
Advice to Joe--Roy Acuff (1951)
Stalin Kicked the Bucket--Ray Anderson (1953)
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