Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... October, November and December, 2015

October 1, 2015 | JustAmy; Meg33, The Mayor; Trisham; St.Louie1, Friends, MamaBear

[left that other site]

Good Night, Mama Bear.

(((HUGS)))

[luvie]

Lovely!

[The Mayor]

Thanks Meg!

[The Mayor]

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Like Shooting a Fly

December 10, 2015

Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died.

2 Corinthians 5:14

Macarena Valdes’s skill in mapping underground mines made a real difference in the rescue of the 33 Chilean miners trapped after an explosion in October 2010. Drilling to find the exact place where the men were located was like “trying to shoot a fly from 700 meters away,” she said. With her mining experience, Valdes was able to guide the probe to where the miners were entombed, which helped bring about their dramatic rescue.

In efforts to carry out spiritual rescues, it’s easy to become discouraged. Although the apostle Paul faced even greater obstacles, he said, “We do not lose heart” (2 Cor. 4:1). Even though “the god of this age” had “blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel,” he continued to proclaim the gospel of salvation (vv. 4-5). Compelled by God, who lovingly spoke light into his own darkness (v.6), Paul knew that what God had done for him God could do for others.

You and I may have a similar story. Compelled by the love of God, we too have reason not to lose heart. As Macarena led in the rescue of the miners, the Spirit of God can carry the light of our love and words into the hearts of those who need a rescue they may not yet understand.

Lord Jesus, thank You for coming to our rescue when we were lost and helpless in our sin. Help those of us who have been rescued to share the lifeline of Your love with those who are still trapped.

When you’ve been rescued, you want to rescue others.

Insight:

In the middle of Paul’s discussion with the Corinthian church about sharing the message of the gospel, he makes two references to creation. In verse 4 of today’s reading, Paul refers to Christ as the image of God—language that is similar to the description of the creation of humanity (Gen. 1:26). Then in verse 6, Paul refers to the creation of light (see Gen. 1:3) as similar to the effect of salvation. In both cases—the creation of light and our new redeemed life—God created something new (2 Cor. 5:17) and both are “very good” (Gen 1:31).

[TheConservativeParty]

Hi Meg! Saw your post from yesterday and had to say “my house is a disaster zone” as well. Got a surprise call from someone who wants to tour our house for sale, and they are coming Sunday at 11am. So, lots of housework to do. Glad to have 3 days to do it all.

Look out dust bunnies!

[Kitty Mittens]

Thank you for the Daily Pings & Posts, Dear FRiends!
(((((Love to Everyone, and God Bless)))))

[The Mayor]

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Paradogs

December 11, 2015

In You do I trust; cause me to know the way in which I should walk.

Psalm 143:8

I am amazed by the story of the World War II paradogs. In preparing for D-Day (June 6, 1944), the Allied troops needed the sharp senses of dogs to sniff their way through minefields and to warn troops of approaching danger. And the only way to get these dogs to troops behind enemy lines was by parachute. But dogs are instinctively afraid of doing this—and let’s be honest, they are not alone. Yet after weeks of training, the dogs learned to trust their masters enough to jump at their command.

I wonder if any of us trust our Master enough to do challenging things we would never instinctively do or things that might make us fearful. We may not be instinctively generous or forgiving or patient with those who annoy us. Yet Jesus commands us to trust Him enough to do things that may be difficult but that will advance His kingdom. To say, “In You do I trust; cause me to know the way in which I should walk” (Ps. 143:8 nkjv).

Trust God to lead you and walk with you.

Paradogs often received medals for their bravery. I believe we too will someday hear “well done” because we have trusted our Master enough to jump when He said, “Go!”

Is God asking you to do something that you are afraid to do? Will you trust Him to lead you and walk with you?

Trust Jesus to show you how you can be used by Him.

Insight:

Psalm 143 is the last of seven penitential psalms (Pss. 6, 32, 38, 51, 102, 130) that express deep sorrow over sin. The authors affirm that as forgiven people they have come into God’s presence because of His mercy. Today’s psalm is a prayer for deliverance, protection, and guidance. David, pursued and in grave danger from a powerful enemy (vv. 3-4), desperately cried out to the Lord (v. 7). He likely wrote this psalm when fleeing from the murderous Saul. He prayed for God’s mercy (v. 1), rescue (v. 9), guidance (v. 10), preservation (v. 11), and deliverance (v. 12). His prayer is not based on his own merits (v. 2) but on trust in God’s mercy, faithfulness, righteousness, and unfailing love.

[MEG33]

Good Morning To Amy's Place

Everyday And By Wearing Red
On Friday
*Wishing You A Great Weekend*

[The Mayor]

Hiya Meg!

[MEG33]

I could not get online yesterday...Had to get a new router and have it installed.
Happy dust bunny hunting!
I spent the day diagnosing the problem instead of chasing dust bunnies!

[MEG33]

Hi, Rus...We’ve been having lovely weather. Hope yours is too.

[trisham]

Red Friday, at Amy's Place
to support our troops!

Have a wonderful weekend, everyone!

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[MEG33]

Glad to “see” you, ((((trish))). I appreciate so much your hard work on the endless FReepathon to keep the lights on at Free Republic.

[trisham]

Thank you, MEG! It’s a privilege to be a part of the FReepathon crew. I love and appreciate this site.

[left that other site]

Happy Red Friday!

Looks like St. Paul Agrees! :-).

((((HUGS))))

ML/LTOS

[Mama_Bear]

Happy Wear Red Friday! (This cowboy has a red shirt on, under his jacket.) :-)

Have a blessed day and a beautiful December weekend, everyone.

Christmas For Cowboys

Tall in the saddle we spend Christmas Day,
Drivin' the cattle on the snow-covered plains.
All of the good gifts given today;
Ours is the sky and the wide open range.

Back in the cities, they have diff'rent ways,
Football and eggnog and Christmas parades.
I'll take the blanket; I'll take the reins;
Christmas for cowboys and wide open plains.

A campfire for warmth as we stop for the night;
The stars overhead are the Christmas-tree lights,
The wind sings a hymn as we bow down to pray;
Christmas for cowboys and the wide open range.

It's tall in the saddle we spend Christmas Day,
Drivin' the cattle on the snow-covered plains.
So many gifts have been opened today;
Ours is the sky and the wide open range,
It's Christmas for cowboys and wide open plains.
~Steve Weisberg

[trisham]

Beautiful, Mama Bear!

[Mama_Bear]

Thank you. It’s a multiple re-run, as are the other December graphics, poems and music I am posting, but I hope everyone enjoys them just as much the second and third time around. :-)

[MEG33]

Daddy's Home

Thank You for Christmas Is For Cowboys, Mama Bear
*Wishing Everyone A Pleasant Evening*

[trisham]

Beautiful, MEG!