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1/01/2021 | The Mayor; Luvie; JustAmy

Posted on 01/01/2021 6:43:29 AM PST by JustAmy

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[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Wednesday,
August 31, 2022

When Knowledge Hurts

Read: Ecclesiastes 1:12–18

For with much wisdom comes much sorrow; the more knowledge, the more grief. Ecclesiastes 1:18

Zach Elder and his friends pulled up to shore after a twenty-five-day rafting trip through the Grand Canyon. The man who came to retrieve their rafts told them about the COVID-19 virus. They thought he was joking. But as they left the canyon their phones pinged with their parents’ urgent messages. Zach and his friends were stunned. They wished they could return to the river and escape what they now knew.

In a fallen world, knowledge often brings pain. The wise Teacher of Ecclesiastes observed, “With much wisdom comes much sorrow; the more knowledge, the more grief” (1:18). Who hasn’t envied a child’s blissful ignorance? She doesn’t yet know about racism, violence, and cancer. Weren’t we happier before we grew up and discerned our own weaknesses and vices? Before we learned our family’s secrets—why our uncle drinks heavily or what caused our parents’ divorce?

The pain from knowledge can’t be wished away. Once we know, it’s no use pretending we don’t. But there’s a higher knowledge that empowers us to endure, even thrive. Jesus is the Word of God, the light that shines in our darkness (John 1:1–5). He “has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption” (1 Corinthians 1:30). Your pain is your reason to run to Jesus. He knows you and cares for you. — Mike Wittmer

What’s something you wished you didn’t know? Tell Jesus about it. Then leave it with Him. Whenever it troubles you, take it to Jesus again.

Jesus, I don’t enjoy pain, but if it drives me to You, it’s worth it.

For further study, read Why? Seeing God in Our Pain.

Bible in a year: Psalms 132–134; 1 Corinthians 11:17–34

[luvie]

Grey...The Perfect Centerpiece
Happy Warm & Fuzzy
Wednesday!

[left that other site]

Happy Gratituesday!

I Am Grateful For This Beautiful Late Summer Day!

((((HUGS))))

ML/LTOS

[TheConservativeParty]

It is beautiful here today, too.
😁 🌸🌼🌺🌞

[luvie]

Sounds lovely! I’m grateful for this early Autumn-like day. Only 72 right now. A great difference from the 100+ days of earlier this month. WooHoo for both of us. :)

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Thursday,
September 1, 2022

When We Gather Together

Read: Hebrews 10:19–25

Let us not neglect our meeting together, . . . but encourage one another. Hebrews 10:25 NLT

Denmark is among the happiest countries in the world, according to the World Happiness Report. The Danes weather their lengthy, dark winters by gathering with friends to share a warm drink or a gracious meal. The word they use for the feelings associated with those moments is hygge (hoo-gah). Hygge helps them offset the impact of enjoying less sunlight than their counterparts at lower latitudes. By circling around a simple table with loved ones, their hearts are nourished.

The writer of Hebrews encourages gathering together as a community. He acknowledges that there will be difficult days—with challenges far more significant than the weather—requiring those who follow Christ to persevere in faith. Though Jesus has made certain our acceptance by God through our faith in the Savior, we may struggle against shame or doubt or real opposition. By gathering together, we have the privilege of encouraging one another. When we’re sharing company, we’re able to “spur one another on toward love and good deeds,” which bolsters our faith (Hebrews 10:24).

Gathering with friends doesn’t assure us of a ranking on a “happiness report.” It is, however, something the Bible offers as a means to bear us up in faith under the common frustrations of life. What a wonderful reason to seek out the community of a church or to open our homes—with an attitude of Danish simplicity—to nourish one another’s hearts! — Kirsten Holmberg

How has gathering together with others encouraged you? Who can you encourage with an open heart?

Thank You, God, that I can encourage other believers and be encouraged by them when we gather together.

For further study, read Understanding the Bible: The Letter to the Hebrews.

Bible in a year: Psalms 135–136; 1 Corinthians 12

[luvie]

Thankful For God's Beauty
Happy Thankful Thursday!

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Friday,
September 2, 2022

Lighting Candles

Read: Luke 12:35–40

Be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning. Luke 12:35

It was noon, but the sun wasn’t visible. New England’s Dark Day began the morning of May 19, 1780, and lasted for hours. The cause of the surreal darkness was likely heavy clouds of smoke from massive wildfires in Canada, but many wondered if it might be judgment day.

The Connecticut governor’s council (senate) was in session, and when some considered adjourning because of the darkness, Abraham Davenport responded, “I am against adjournment. The day of judgment is either approaching, or it is not. If it is not, there is no cause for an adjournment; if it is, I choose to be found doing my duty. I wish therefore that candles may be brought.”

Davenport’s desire to be found faithfully performing the work God had given him to do on the day He returns is illustrative of Jesus’ words: “Be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning, like servants waiting for their master to return from a wedding banquet, so that when he comes and knocks they can immediately open the door for him. It will be good for those servants whose master finds them watching when he comes” (Luke 12:35–37).

Day or night, it’s always good to serve our Savior. Even when darkness encroaches, His promises for all who look forward to Him will stand. Like candles in the darkness, may our “light shine before others, that they may see” (Matthew 5:16) and love and serve Him too. — James Banks

What would you do differently if you knew Jesus was coming tomorrow? How will you shine His light today?

Come soon, Jesus! I pray You’ll find me ready on that day, and that the way I live now will draw others to You. 

Learn more about walking daily in the Spirit.

Bible in a year: Psalms 137–139; 1 Corinthians 13

[luvie]

Chris DeBurgh~Lady In Red

GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

[luvie]

From Amy - August 22, 2022:
"With a heavy heart, I need to inform everyone that Leonard [her husband] was greeted by God at 6:50 this morning.
Thank everyone for your prayers. They mean a lot to us at this time. 🥲"

*I don't know how I missed this post on Facebook, but may her dear husband Rest In Peace.*

[left that other site]

Happy Red Friday!

Have An Awesome Weekend!

(((HUGS)))

ML/LTOS

[left that other site]

Dearest Amy,

I am so sorry for your loss. May Our Lord comfort you and give you peace, in Jesus Name.

Amen

ML/LTOS

[JustAmy]

Thank you. Your prayers are truly appreciated. Would you believe we were together almost 65 years?

Funeral tomorrow morning.

[JustAmy]

Thank you, LTOS. I truly appreciate your prayers.

We will get through this.

[TheConservativeParty]

Ah, one of Moose’s relatives!
Hi there cute little Doggo!

🐶

[left that other site]

Amen.

[luvie]

I do believe that. I could tell that it was a long-lasting love.

We will be with you in heart as you give him over to God’s loving arms. (((Hugs)))

Pinging the prayer warriors to post #2010 and 2013

[fatima]

So sorry Amy,my He have eternal rest and prayers for you and your Family,God bless,Fatima

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Saturday,
September 3, 2022

Rooted in Love

Read: Ruth 2:5–13

You left your father and mother and your homeland and came to live with a people you did not know before. Ruth 2:11

I arrived at the cancer care center, where I’d be serving as my mom’s live-in caregiver, feeling alone and afraid. I’d left my family and support system more than 750 miles behind me. But before I could even touch my luggage, Frank, a man with a huge grin, offered to help. By the time we reached the sixth floor, I’d made plans to meet his wife, Lori, who cared for him during his treatments. The couple soon became like family as we leaned on God and each other. We laughed, vented, cried, and prayed together. Though we all felt displaced, our connection to God and each other kept us rooted in love as we supported one another.

When Ruth committed to caring for her mother-in-law, Naomi, she left the security of familiarity behind. Ruth “entered a field and began to glean behind the harvesters” (Ruth 2:3). The overseer told the landowner, Boaz, that Ruth “came into the field” and “remained” working “except for a short rest in the shelter” (v. 7). Ruth found a safe place with people willing to care for her as she cared for Naomi (vv. 8–9). And God provided for Ruth and Naomi though Boaz’s generosity (vv. 14–16).

Life’s circumstances can provide roads to unexpected places far beyond our comfort zones. As we remain connected to God and each other, He’ll keep us rooted in love as we support one another. — Xochitl Dixon

How has God comforted you when you felt alone? How has He used other people to support you through a community rooted in His love?

Loving Father, thank You for promising to be with me and for providing all I need. 

For further study, read What Is Real Love?

Bible in a year: Psalms 140–142; 1 Corinthians 14:1–20

[luvie]

Peaches Stops To Smell The Lilies!
Happy Chill Caturday!