Welcome to a place where Christ should be exalted and "Self" should be abased!!
Welcome to a place where the BIBLE can be discussed rationally, intelligently, and positively without unnecessary argument!!
Welcome to a place where prayer can be requested and encouraged!!
Welcome to a place where positive and encouraging thoughts from scripture can be shared in a caring and loving way!!
Welcome to a place away from all the arguments, recriminations, and negativity of the outside world!!
Welcome to a place of rest and safety!!
Welcome to a place where Philippians 2:3 is practiced: "Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves."
Welcome to this Christian thread.
(Please leave all aggression, bitterness, and philosophy outside the door and please wipe your feet before coming inside!!)
I live in my own little world. But it's OK... They know me Here!
Welcome to a place where the BIBLE can be discussed rationally, intelligently, and positively without unnecessary argument!!
Welcome to a place where prayer can be requested and encouraged!!
Welcome to a place where positive and encouraging thoughts from scripture can be shared in a caring and loving way!!
Welcome to a place away from all the arguments, recriminations, and negativity of the outside world!!
Welcome to a place of rest and safety!!
Welcome to a place where Philippians 2:3 is practiced: "Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves."
Welcome to this Christian thread.
(Please leave all aggression, bitterness, and philosophy outside the door and please wipe your feet before coming inside!!)
I live in my own little world. But it's OK... They know me Here!
You keep one of your flock out of the other threads creating havoc and I'll stay out of your thread!
I don't care where people post, but the commentary is affected by where you post. In fact, no one can control where other people post so your statement lacks logic. Good night, Susan
Good evening everyone.
I just wanted to drop in and say hello to the few who read this thread. So hello all :-x
A dear friend forwarded along some thoughts she recives from a daily devotional she gets on Mr Tozer's writings. Those of you who are familiar with him know the depth of his spiritual understanding born from a close walk with God .... maybe someone out there will enjoy this ...I highlighted a section that greatly impressed my thinking this evening ... have a blessed week everyone ..:-x
Trials and Pain: Criticism and Abuse
But as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, even so we speak, not as pleasing men, but God who tests our hearts. --1 Thessalonians 2:4
"Let not thy peace depend on the tongues of men," said the wise old Christian mystic, Thomas a Kempis; "for whether they judge well or ill, thou art not on that account other than thyself."
One of the first things a Christian should get used to is abuse....
To do nothing is to get abused for laziness, and to do anything is to get abused for not doing something else.
Was it not Voltaire who said that some people were like insects, they would never be noticed except that they sting? A traveler must make up his mind to go on regardless of the insects that make his trip miserable....
One thing is certain, a Christian's standing before God does not depend upon his standing before men. A high reputation does not make a man dearer to God, nor does the tongue of the slanderer influence God's attitude toward His people in any way. He knows us each one, and we stand or fall in the light of His perfect knowledge. The Next Chapter After the Last, pp. 94-95
"Lord, I know this truth, but it's so hard to 'let not thy peace depend on the tongues of men.' The stinging insects are so annoying! Give me peace in Your approval today. Amen."
I just wanted to drop in and say hello to the few who read this thread. So hello all :-x
A dear friend forwarded along some thoughts she recives from a daily devotional she gets on Mr Tozer's writings. Those of you who are familiar with him know the depth of his spiritual understanding born from a close walk with God .... maybe someone out there will enjoy this ...I highlighted a section that greatly impressed my thinking this evening ... have a blessed week everyone ..:-x
Trials and Pain: Criticism and Abuse
But as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, even so we speak, not as pleasing men, but God who tests our hearts. --1 Thessalonians 2:4
"Let not thy peace depend on the tongues of men," said the wise old Christian mystic, Thomas a Kempis; "for whether they judge well or ill, thou art not on that account other than thyself."
One of the first things a Christian should get used to is abuse....
To do nothing is to get abused for laziness, and to do anything is to get abused for not doing something else.
Was it not Voltaire who said that some people were like insects, they would never be noticed except that they sting? A traveler must make up his mind to go on regardless of the insects that make his trip miserable....
One thing is certain, a Christian's standing before God does not depend upon his standing before men. A high reputation does not make a man dearer to God, nor does the tongue of the slanderer influence God's attitude toward His people in any way. He knows us each one, and we stand or fall in the light of His perfect knowledge. The Next Chapter After the Last, pp. 94-95
"Lord, I know this truth, but it's so hard to 'let not thy peace depend on the tongues of men.' The stinging insects are so annoying! Give me peace in Your approval today. Amen."
Thank you, Andrew. I thoroughly enjoy your spiritual posts.
I go to the early service at my church. It's hard when the weather is so cold, but what are a few hours devoted to God when we consider how many hours there are in a week.
Advent is always sobering but fun too. Todays Gospel was Christ's, the son of man's, return. The sermon was on emptying yourself of what is not worth keeping to leave more room for God and Christ. What a useful thing to do!
Blessings to all, Susan
I go to the early service at my church. It's hard when the weather is so cold, but what are a few hours devoted to God when we consider how many hours there are in a week.
Advent is always sobering but fun too. Todays Gospel was Christ's, the son of man's, return. The sermon was on emptying yourself of what is not worth keeping to leave more room for God and Christ. What a useful thing to do!
Blessings to all, Susan
hi Susan ....to leave more room for God and Christ. What a useful thing to do!
yes a most blessed thing to do indeed ...
yes a most blessed thing to do indeed ...
hi nikki .... someone send me a telephone directory ... kind of neat .....:-x
These are more effective than 911
When -
You are sad, phone John 14
You have sinned, phone Psalm 51
You are facing danger, phone Psalm 91
People have failed you, phone Psalm 27
It feels as though God is far from you, phone Psalm 139
Your faith needs stimulation, phone Hebrews 11
You are alone and scared, phone Psalm 23
You are worried, phone Matthew 8:19-34
You are hurt and critical, phone 1 Corinthians 13
You wonder about Christianity, phone 2 Corinthians 5:15-18
You feel like an outcast, phone Romans 8:31-39
You are seeking peace, phone Matthew 11:25-30
It feels as if the world is b igger than God, phone Psalm 90
You need Christ like insurance, phone Romans 8:1-30
You are leaving home for a trip , phone Psalm 121
You are praying for yourself, phone Psalm 87
You require courage for a task, phone Joshua 1
Inflation's and investments are hogging your thoughts, phone Mark 10:17-31
You are depressive, phone Psalm 27
Your bank account is empty, phone Psalm 37
You lose faith in mankind, phone 1 Corinthians 13
It looks like people are unfriendly, phone John 15
You are losing hope, phone Psalm 126
You feel the world is small comp ared to you, phone Psalm 19
You want to carry fruit, phone John 15
Paul's secret for happiness, phone Colossians 3:12-17
With big opportunity/ discovery, phone Isaiah 55
To get along with other people, phone Romans 12
ALTERNATE NUMBERS
For dealing with fear, call Psalm 47
For security, call Psalm 121:3
For assurance, call Mark 8:35
For reassurance, call Psalm 145:18
ALL THESE NUMBERS MAY BE PHONED DIRECTLY.
NO OPERATOR ASSISTANCE IS NECESSARY.
ALL LINES TO HEAVEN ARE AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY.
FEED YOUR FAITH, AND DOUBT WILL STARVE TO DEATH
These are more effective than 911
When -
You are sad, phone John 14
You have sinned, phone Psalm 51
You are facing danger, phone Psalm 91
People have failed you, phone Psalm 27
It feels as though God is far from you, phone Psalm 139
Your faith needs stimulation, phone Hebrews 11
You are alone and scared, phone Psalm 23
You are worried, phone Matthew 8:19-34
You are hurt and critical, phone 1 Corinthians 13
You wonder about Christianity, phone 2 Corinthians 5:15-18
You feel like an outcast, phone Romans 8:31-39
You are seeking peace, phone Matthew 11:25-30
It feels as if the world is b igger than God, phone Psalm 90
You need Christ like insurance, phone Romans 8:1-30
You are leaving home for a trip , phone Psalm 121
You are praying for yourself, phone Psalm 87
You require courage for a task, phone Joshua 1
Inflation's and investments are hogging your thoughts, phone Mark 10:17-31
You are depressive, phone Psalm 27
Your bank account is empty, phone Psalm 37
You lose faith in mankind, phone 1 Corinthians 13
It looks like people are unfriendly, phone John 15
You are losing hope, phone Psalm 126
You feel the world is small comp ared to you, phone Psalm 19
You want to carry fruit, phone John 15
Paul's secret for happiness, phone Colossians 3:12-17
With big opportunity/ discovery, phone Isaiah 55
To get along with other people, phone Romans 12
ALTERNATE NUMBERS
For dealing with fear, call Psalm 47
For security, call Psalm 121:3
For assurance, call Mark 8:35
For reassurance, call Psalm 145:18
ALL THESE NUMBERS MAY BE PHONED DIRECTLY.
NO OPERATOR ASSISTANCE IS NECESSARY.
ALL LINES TO HEAVEN ARE AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY.
FEED YOUR FAITH, AND DOUBT WILL STARVE TO DEATH
Wonderful work Amy! Very snazzy.
Welcome to the thread. Susan
Andrew, Nikki ; I think I look up the list as well!
Susan
Welcome to the thread. Susan
Andrew, Nikki ; I think I look up the list as well!
Susan
Hey a..m..y
I was just passing through and I was wondering what program you used for the reflecting water gif. Do you PSP? The reflecting water, is it a filter?:-) <>
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I was just passing through and I was wondering what program you used for the reflecting water gif. Do you PSP? The reflecting water, is it a filter?:-) <>
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Hi guys & gals...I need a gift idea for baby's baptism. I want to get something unique and different. A co-worker suggested a necklace and cross, that seems so...unoriginal. Ideas?
Amy, I love the font that you use on the gifs! what's it called? I think it's time for a new siggie!
Amy, I love the font that you use on the gifs! what's it called? I think it's time for a new siggie!
Trupti: Most child Baptism gifts are pretty standard and not all that exciting.
I remember from my own childhood a book of Bible stories. Children are not usually up to the language and complexity of the Bible itself. These books make for good bedtime reading for young chidren.
Susan
I remember from my own childhood a book of Bible stories. Children are not usually up to the language and complexity of the Bible itself. These books make for good bedtime reading for young chidren.
Susan
Trupti - Susan beat me to it - but to expand on that idea - a cloth or felt book of Bible stories - very nice for during those long adult services.;-) or storybook tapes
or a framed Bible verse or any framed art ... praying child, etc.
..there are specialty Christian bookstores where you can find a great variety to choose from.
or a framed Bible verse or any framed art ... praying child, etc.
..there are specialty Christian bookstores where you can find a great variety to choose from.
