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“There are times when solitude is better than society, and silence is wiser than speech. We should be better Christians if we were more alone, waiting upon God, and gathering through meditation on His Word spiritual strength for labour in his service. We ought to muse upon the things of God, because we thus get the real nutriment out of them. . . . Why is it that some Christians, although they hear many sermons, make but slow advances in the divine life? Because they neglect their closets, and do not thoughtfully meditate on God's Word. They love the wheat, but they do not grind it; they would have the corn, but they will not go forth into the fields to gather it; the fruit hangs upon the tree, but they will not pluck it; the water flows at their feet, but they will not stoop to drink it. From such folly deliver us, O Lord. . . .” ― Charles Spurgeon “Our anxiety does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows, but only empties today of its strengths.” ― C. H. Spurgeon “Hope itself is like a star- not to be seen in the sunshine of prosperity, and only to be discovered in the night of adversity.” ― Charles Haddon Spurgeon “If sinners be damned, at least let them leap to Hell over our dead bodies. And if they perish, let them perish with our arms wrapped about their knees, imploring them to stay. If Hell must be filled, let it be filled in the teeth of our exertions, and let not one go unwarned and unprayed for.” ― Charles Spurgeon “A Bible that’s falling apart usually belongs to someone who isn’t.” ― Charles Spurgeon “Visit many good books, but live in the Bible.” ― Charles Spurgeon “When your will is God's will, you will have your will.” ― Charles Spurgeon https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/2876959.Charles_Haddon_Spurgeon (Philippians 2:13, KJV)    |
Oh, what's in a name? I'm thirsty to know. The name of a plant gives guidance to grow. Each name for a man or a woman, indeed, brings thoughts of humility, honor or greed. A book has a name, that may plant it in space or point to a soul, who has gone with no trace. The name of a book as a moment in time touches hearts with a need in rhythm and rhyme. We often don't think of books in these terms. Their paths seem so straight near raised little berms, but subtle the change in the purpose and grace of prosaic tomes in their cadence and pace will heighten the joy and the art of each vase. What names can we find for a poetry piece? Will we land on the moon? In the country of Greece? Is there sadness of heart or a glory-filled soul? Is there pain all throughout or are we made whole? For Alexis, the car, or Chuck, who can carry, there are times for the family, wondrous and merry. Right here on the soccer field, sweaty and cold, the teams are the cougars, or France or the Gold. "The rose by another name would smell as sweet," were Romeo, Juliet then blest to meet. Yet, Hawthorns are known by their terrible spears. Another name would never lessen our fears. A teddy bear, cute and so cuddly and small will grow to be large and quite vicious and tall. A garter snake's green as it plays in your hand, but Eastern Green Mambas bring death quite unplanned. So, what's in a name? Depends what's inside, for hope may be hiding or meanness and pride. In June or July and December, too, is pleasantness waiting when safety is through. by Jay O'Toole on January 28th, 2020 |
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So beautifully written.