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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)    |
| Today marks the last scheduled blog post for me during the Lenten Season, leading up to Easter Sunday, the Day of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Messiah, the Savior, and the Lord. In my personal blog out in cyberspace, I have for years called this Day, Secret Christmas because "The best gift of Christmas is opened on Easter Sunday Morning." Last year I made a commitment to fast from writing blog posts every day during Lent, which helped me to listen more than to speak my own thoughts. This year I would like to continue that purpose. I trust my posts after Lent will have a freshness to them by the Will of the Lord. I'm not ruling out the possibility of writing something for the effect of catharsis for my inner man during these coming days. I just do not plan to post those often handwritten thoughts at least until after the season of personal sacrifice has ended. Will I give up other things? That remains to be seen. I've already been in contemplation this morning about that, but I do not want to rush the issue. I want to hear from the Lord. Therefore, the rest will be a personal matter, not for public advertisement. I am anticipating an early spring this year with the Time Change, occurring on March 8th, rather than on the last weekend of March as is usual. May the Lord let His peace rest on you by drawing you into right relationship with Himself. (John 3:16) The days of Lent are worship days to seek to know His Voice. He draws us close to see His Ways to make Him our best choice. The days of Lent begin with ash from burning last year's fronds. Each sacrifice need not be rash for it's a solemn bond. What gifts we give at Christmas time to friends and loved ones dear! Let's give to Christ, the Lord Sublime our hearts as we come near. by Jay O'Toole on February 26th, 2020 |
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