Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... December, 2011

12-1-2011 | JustAmy; St.Louie1; MamaBear; Billie; Meg33

[Kitty Mittens]

Thank you to Everyone for the Pings!

(((((Loving Hugs to All FRiends, with Heartfelt Prayers)))))

[Kitty Mittens]

[The Mayor]

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Yet I Will Rejoice
December 29, 2011

Life in our world can be difficult. At some point, most of us have wondered, Where is God in my trouble? And we may have thought, It seems like injustice is winning and God is silent. We have a choice as to how we respond to our troubles. The prophet Habakkuk had an attitude worth following: He made the choice to rejoice.

Habakkuk saw the rapid increase in Judah’s moral and spiritual failings, and this disturbed him deeply. But God’s response troubled him even more. God would use the wicked nation of Babylon to punish Judah. Habakkuk did not fully understand this, but he could rejoice because he had learned to rely on the wisdom, justice, and sovereignty of God. He concluded his book with a wonderful affirmation: “Yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation” (3:18). Though it was not clear how Judah would survive, Habakkuk had learned to trust God amid injustice, suffering, and loss. He would live by his faith in God alone. With this kind of faith came joy in God, despite the circumstances surrounding him.

We too can rejoice in our trials, have surefooted confidence in God, and live on the heights of His sovereignty.

Be this the purpose of my soul
My solemn, my determined choice:
To yield to God’s supreme control,
And in my every trial rejoice. —Anon.

Praising God in our trials turns burdens into blessings.

Read: Habakkuk 3:11-19

Yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation. —Habakkuk 3:18

Bible in a year:
Zechariah 9-12; Revelation 20

[oldteen]

Prayers all went well today, DD!

Hoping you are home safe, sound, and feeling OK!

[ConorMacNessa]

HAPPY THURSDAY TO AMY’S PLACE!

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Ben Bulben, Co. Sligo, Ireland


Under bare Ben Bulben's head
In Drumcliff churchyard Yeats is laid.
An ancestor was rector there
Long years ago, a church stands near,
By the road an ancient cross.
No marble, no conventional phrase;
On limestone quarried near the spot
By his command these words are cut:

Cast a cold eye
On life, on death.
Horseman, pass by!

Enjoy your Thursday!!!

Lamh Foistenach Abu!

[MEG33]

I had a wonderful visit with daughter and SIL.
Hope you are all enjoying the holidays.
Prayers all went well today, Dave.
I may sleep til noon ..LOL

[The Mayor]

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Playing Your Part
December 30, 2011

For the past several years, my daughter Rosie has been the director of drama at a local middle school. Students come to audition and a few are selected to play the lead roles. But there are still many other important supporting roles that must be cast—roles that are vital to the production.

There are other young people who want to be a part of the show but don’t relish being in the spotlight. They are the ones who will change scenery, open and close the curtains, run the lights, and assist with makeup and costume changes. Then there are the parents from the community who provide pizza and cookies for rehearsals, donate goods, build sets, sew costumes, make signs, and hand out programs.

The success of the performances are the culmination of an intense 4- to 5-month process that is dependent on the hard work of a wide range of dedicated volunteers.

Similarly, for the body of Christ to function fully, each of us must play a part. Every believer is uniquely gifted for service. When these gifts are combined in a cooperative relationship, “every part does its share” (Eph. 4:16), and the separate parts make up the whole (Rom. 12:5).

We need each other. What part are you playing in the life of the church?

For the church to function fully,
We must all fulfill our role;
While the Spirit’s gifts are many,
They combine to serve the whole. —Sper

For a church to be healthy,
its members must exercise their spiritual gifts.

Read: Romans 12:1-8

We have many members in one body, but all the members do not have the same function. —Romans 12:4

Bible in a year:
Zechariah 13-14; Revelation 21

[yorkie]

Prayers that all went well yesterday, DD! Please keep us updated, as prayers continue for you. ((((HUGS))))

[geologist]

“Be this the purpose of my soul
My solemn, my determined choice:
To yield to God’s supreme control,
And in my every trial rejoice. —Anon.

Praising God in our trials turns burdens into blessings.”
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Our every breath is the gift of God.

What have we done for God today?

That is to be our goal ... to be of service/servant of God.

[geologist]

We are formed by God, we have a part to play, I visualize it as a fabric or carpet being woven on the looms of time, when we do not fulfill our part, we are a mar or slub in the fabric being woven in time. Ours is the hope of life eternal being with the everlasting father, let us eagerly fulfill our daily role, pleasing to God, in Jesus name, amen.

[oldteen]

[oldteen]

Good that you enjoyed the visit!

I may sleep til noon

My bet is you don't but, IF you do, it's cuz you need it! So, go ahead...who's gonna tell you not to? :)

[yorkie]

"I would wear it if I could...
To show support for our Troops
And our Veterans.
May they all have
a safe and healthy New Year!

[MEG33]

I almost did! It was 11;20 when I opened my eyes..I was watching Baylor play *win* the Alamo Bowl..ESPN was on when I woke up this morning..LOL
I was really really tired.

[MEG33]

Wear Red On Friday To Support Our Troops

Wishing All At Amy's Place A Wonderful Day

[JustAmy]

December 30, 2011

"Wear Red" Friday

You will soon see a lot of people wearing Red on Fridays. Here's why..... The Americans, who support our troops, are the silent majority. We are not "organized" to reflect who we are, or to reflect what our opinions are. Many Americans, like yourself, and all their friends, simply want to recognize that Americans support our troops. Our idea of showing our solidarity and support for our troops is starting Friday and continuing on each and every Friday, until this is over, that every red-blooded American who supports our young men and women, WEAR SOMETHING RED.

Word of mouth, press, TV -- let's see if we can make the United States, on any given Friday, a sea of red much like a home football game at a University. If every one of our memberships share this with other acquaintances, fellow workers, friends, and neighbors, I guarantee that it will not be long before the USA will be covered in RED - and make our troops know there are many people thinking of their well-being. You will feel better all day Friday when you wear Red! So let's get the word out and lead by example; wear RED on Fridays.

SUPPORT OUR TROOPS! WE LIVE IN THE LAND OF THE FREE, BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE. FOR US, THEIR BLOOD RUNS RED!! GOD BLESS AMERICA.

From an email on June 10th, 2006 - the author is unknown.

[JustAmy]

Graphic by Billie

[JustAmy]

Happy Friday, Friends. Thank you for being here to open the doors and start the fire.

Yesterday got away from me ..... somehow I lost a day. :)
Today is going to be another day that I will be mostly gone.
Marissa is working with a friend on a school project.
They are making a bridge with toothpicks.
A boat has to be able to pass under it and it has to be strong enough for a cardboard car.
I am thrilled that the other mother is helping them.

My BIL does not like being in the Transitional Care facility for his PT.
He called at 6:30am yesterday and asked MrJust to bring his pickup to him. ;~)


Wishing everyone a beautiful Friday.

[JustAmy]

Rus, thank you for being here every day. You are greatly appreciated!!

Have a Fabulous Friday.

[JustAmy]

Teenie, thank you for bringing that special couple here to show their support for our troops.

Wishing you a beautiful day.