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March On

March 4, 2019 at 10:37 am · Filed under Daily Encouragements, Food for thought, God's beauty, God's love, Inspiration ·Tagged , , , , , , , ,

March weather in east Texas is almost as unpredictable as a writer’s mood. It can go from hot to cold quicker than a fleeting thought. When I opened the plantation shutters to let some light in this morning, the cold air rushed past the slats like I’d turned on the A/C. I thought maybe I should close them, but figured, what the hell, let the heater run. Next week the windows will be open, and the gas bill will even out by the end of the month. The older I get, the less these things seem to matter. It’s almost always the same temperature in the house, and there’s nothing going on outside that can’t wait for a better day.

All good quote

Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.  Philippians 4:11
 

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Big Buts!

October 20, 2018 at 8:20 am · Filed under Daily Encouragements, Food for thought, God's beauty, God's love, Inspiration ·Tagged , , , , , , , , , ,

I’m a positive person, but sometimes my big but gets in the way. I’ll start off thinking it’s going to be a good day, then say, “But! What if it rains?” I let my big but lower my expectations by anticipating something bad.

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We mustn’t allow our faith to be diminished by a big but! We must proclaim our trust in God and kick buts out of our vocabulary! God is for us, and there’s no but about it! I could go on, but… I think you get my point.

He didn’t do many mighty works there because of their unbelief. Matthew 13:58

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We’re So Broke We Can’t Pay Attention

March 1, 2013 at 9:49 am · Filed under Inspiration, Mostly fiction, Stories ·Tagged , , ,

I’m somewhere between mad and tears as I push aside worn shirts looking for my suit. If there’s anything I hate more than going to these silly affairs, it’s wearing a suit and tie. That’s the reason for the mad—and I’ll get over it—but, as for the tears; well, as usual, it’s about money—as in the lack of same. We’re so broke we can’t pay attention. Read the rest of this entry »

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Daily Encouragement

March 30, 2011 at 5:35 am · Filed under Daily Encouragements, Inspiration ·Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

March 30

            I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, oh Lord, make me dwell in safety. Psalm 4:8

            After writing on Psalm 91—sometimes referred to as the protection Psalm—I felt a need to transition into peace. It seems only natural if we trust God to protect us, it will bring us peace.

            I hear many complaints these days from people regarding their inability to sleep at night. Sleep has never been a problem for me, and I find it interesting when those I know—especially those I assume are at peace with God—tell me they have trouble sleeping. My first response is to encourage them by telling them not to let it bother them. Of course, the usual response I get after rendering that sage advice is, “Yes, but ______.” (fill in the blank.)

            There are many reasons why folks have difficulty sleeping at night, and my thought is that most of them have to do with worry, which is (in my opinion) a form of fear. Fear can be directed at a number of things: health, finances, job, children, spouse. You name it, and somebody right this minute is worrying about it. I believe, even if you insist you must worry your problems into submission, you still need to rest at the end of each day. When your head hits the pillow, I contend you must give it all to God—let him handle it while you get some sleep. If you can’t be at peace during the day, at least let go at night and get some rest.

            It is that simple! Lie down at night, and let go. Sleep in peace.

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