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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!
Hi everyone! It's extremely cold here in Ottawa today, so I won't be venturing out but I am enjoying the nice bright sunlight.
Thanks for the photo, Dame Zorette -- I always enjoy pics of our furry friends.
Thanks for the photo, Dame Zorette -- I always enjoy pics of our furry friends.
Can I have a smile???
A minister decided to do something a little different one Sunday morning. He said "Today, in church, I am goin' to say a single word and you are going to help me preach. Whatever single word I say, I want you to sing whatever hymn that comes to your mind".
The pastor shouted out "CROSS".
Immediately the congregation started singing in unison, "THE OLD RUGGED CROSS".
The pastor hollered out "GRACE".
The congregation began to sing "AMAZING GRACE, how sweet the sound".
The pastor said "POWER".
The congregation sang "THERE IS POWER IN THE BLOOD".
The Pastor said "SEX".
The congregation fell into total silence. Everyone was in shock. They all nervously began to look around at each other afraid to say anything. Then all of a sudden, way from in the back of the church, a little old 87-year-old grandmother stood up and began to sing "PRECIOUS MEMORIES".
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*I love playing this song in church and I've always smiled when I play this song. . .it's just taken on a whole different meaning!!!!* *still chuckling*
A minister decided to do something a little different one Sunday morning. He said "Today, in church, I am goin' to say a single word and you are going to help me preach. Whatever single word I say, I want you to sing whatever hymn that comes to your mind".
The pastor shouted out "CROSS".
Immediately the congregation started singing in unison, "THE OLD RUGGED CROSS".
The pastor hollered out "GRACE".
The congregation began to sing "AMAZING GRACE, how sweet the sound".
The pastor said "POWER".
The congregation sang "THERE IS POWER IN THE BLOOD".
The Pastor said "SEX".
The congregation fell into total silence. Everyone was in shock. They all nervously began to look around at each other afraid to say anything. Then all of a sudden, way from in the back of the church, a little old 87-year-old grandmother stood up and began to sing "PRECIOUS MEMORIES".
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*I love playing this song in church and I've always smiled when I play this song. . .it's just taken on a whole different meaning!!!!* *still chuckling*
If you want to be the salt of the earth, you have to be willing to be shaken out of the box.
Thanks, Shirley. . .(((backatcha)))
If you want to be the salt of the earth, you have to be willing to be shaken out of the box.
Praying for you, D3D. . .God knows what your heart desires.
If you want to be the salt of the earth, you have to be willing to be shaken out of the box.
Goodnight All....I've enjoyed all your posts today, so much that I don't need a Maxine joke!! God Bless you :-x
Goodnight, Shirley - hope you don't get disturbed by snowmobilers tonite. May you have sweet & peaceful dreams!
If you want to be the salt of the earth, you have to be willing to be shaken out of the box.
Written at the time of the passing of a dear friend a number of years ago:
Lest I forget
On a hill above the valley
Stands a soldier of the Lord
One hand upon his staff
In the other, the mighty sword
Upon his back there hangs the shield
That he carried on his arm
Though pitted, scarred and dented
It kept him from life’s harm
His feet are shod with peace
While through life he made his way
As he ran with the message
Of God’s salvation way
His loins are gird with truth
With the breastplate on his chest
And he knows this final battle
Soon, will lead, to eternal rest
As he turns to view the valley
His helmet reflects the Sun
And he sees the terrible battlefield
Over which, he now must run
For the enemy has awaited
Through the years to meet him there
And now, as the time approaches
His vengeance he will not spare
The old soldier straightens his body
All worn with the passage of time
And he hears his Commander calling
This final battle is Mine
He lays the keen edged sword
In its sheath upon his side
And he grips the old wooden staff
Which time has tested and tried
Now forward into battle
The old soldier makes his way
And at the moment the enemy conquers
Dawn breaks on the eternal day
Not known in this world
For any power, wealth or fame
An unknown soldier
Who labored in his Savior’s name
Lest I forget
On a hill above the valley
Stands a soldier of the Lord
One hand upon his staff
In the other, the mighty sword
Upon his back there hangs the shield
That he carried on his arm
Though pitted, scarred and dented
It kept him from life’s harm
His feet are shod with peace
While through life he made his way
As he ran with the message
Of God’s salvation way
His loins are gird with truth
With the breastplate on his chest
And he knows this final battle
Soon, will lead, to eternal rest
As he turns to view the valley
His helmet reflects the Sun
And he sees the terrible battlefield
Over which, he now must run
For the enemy has awaited
Through the years to meet him there
And now, as the time approaches
His vengeance he will not spare
The old soldier straightens his body
All worn with the passage of time
And he hears his Commander calling
This final battle is Mine
He lays the keen edged sword
In its sheath upon his side
And he grips the old wooden staff
Which time has tested and tried
Now forward into battle
The old soldier makes his way
And at the moment the enemy conquers
Dawn breaks on the eternal day
Not known in this world
For any power, wealth or fame
An unknown soldier
Who labored in his Savior’s name
themagic. . .what an awesome tribute!!
Not known in this world
For any power, wealth or fame
An unknown soldier
Who labored in his Savior’s name
What an admirable mark of distinction!!
Not known in this world
For any power, wealth or fame
An unknown soldier
Who labored in his Savior’s name
What an admirable mark of distinction!!
If you want to be the salt of the earth, you have to be willing to be shaken out of the box.
Hello survivornikki and spendmama. I am glad you enjoyed the thoughts expressed. I wrote it shortly after a dear friend passed away and it truely reflects the person he was.
Completely unknown to the world at large, but the gardens of heaven will be filled with the fruits of his labor.
Many dear souls were gently lead to the Lord through the quiet labors of this man over many decades.
He belonged to no organized group (such as myself) and only with the Bible as his guide and absolute trust in the leading of The Lord he lived his life to the fullest and spent his resources and time on fullfilling The Lord's instructions to him. He had no formal training but learned all that he knew line upon line, line upon line, precept upon precept. He was truly a giant in spiritual things. His love for people surpassed so many who claim to be doing the Lord's work.
Those that know their bibles will understand the spiritual metaphors used in the poem...my friend truly fit them in a Biblical way. For some reason last evening I was pressed to reproduce the poem and post it on the thread. I know not why and leave that to the Master.
Enjoy your evening all.
Andrew
Completely unknown to the world at large, but the gardens of heaven will be filled with the fruits of his labor.
Many dear souls were gently lead to the Lord through the quiet labors of this man over many decades.
He belonged to no organized group (such as myself) and only with the Bible as his guide and absolute trust in the leading of The Lord he lived his life to the fullest and spent his resources and time on fullfilling The Lord's instructions to him. He had no formal training but learned all that he knew line upon line, line upon line, precept upon precept. He was truly a giant in spiritual things. His love for people surpassed so many who claim to be doing the Lord's work.
Those that know their bibles will understand the spiritual metaphors used in the poem...my friend truly fit them in a Biblical way. For some reason last evening I was pressed to reproduce the poem and post it on the thread. I know not why and leave that to the Master.
Enjoy your evening all.
Andrew
Hi All.....Andrew that was beautiful.....:-x
The posts on here are getting to be straight from the heart....Thanks to all of you......
Have a super night.........:-x
The posts on here are getting to be straight from the heart....Thanks to all of you......
Have a super night.........:-x
I've just found a very interesting new site and thought I would share it with all of you:
http://www.tommyswindow.com/index.html
It has some great inspirational PowerPoint presentations in many different languages and MP3 music files too. Enjoy!
http://www.tommyswindow.com/index.html
It has some great inspirational PowerPoint presentations in many different languages and MP3 music files too. Enjoy!
I AM SO EXCITED !!!!!!!On Mar. 1 my second great-grandson was born.....I just got an e-mail from my grand-daughter who lives in Montana and she sent some pictures...He weighed 8 lbs. and 12 oz....He is already half the size of the first great-grandson......really a little fatty with a cute smile already...... The picture with him and the older one together doesn't look like the first one is too pleased...He's used to having Mommy all to himself, so it will be a big adjustment for him.... All of them are doing well, so that's the main thing.....
I just had to share that good news with you all....I'm one happy camper now!!!!! Talk to everyone later...:-x
I just had to share that good news with you all....I'm one happy camper now!!!!! Talk to everyone later...:-x
