We live much of life amid unique choices. Joy is anchored in The One beyond our life. |
“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) |
Wisdom grows from day to day in the choices made. Some are big on full display. Some are heartfelt bade. Wisdom comes when facing Truth, even when it's hard. In the long-gone days of youth, choices leave it marred. Wisdom comes in lessons learned through the teary stream. When the life is wondrous turned, the future is redeemed. by Jay O’Toole on January 3rd, 2022 |
Second day with more to come. Live this year to the full. Good will come as a pleasant sum. Hearts will feel His pull. Come to Jesus evermore, first or umpteenth time. He provides in bless-ed store, restoring you to prime. by Jay O’Toole on January 2nd, 2022 |
Happy New Year to The Lord! Help us read Your Precious Word. Help us lead dear souls to You. Help us serve, until we're through. Happy New Year to the Earth! Lord, give the inhabitants new birth. Help us steward all that's here. Help us offer hope for fear. Happy New Year, friends of heart! God, please grant a fresh, new start to our lives and to our days. Help us give You lasting praise. Happy New Year, Wondrous Gift! Eyes on Jesus, hope to lift. Keep us ever free from sin. Make us crowns before You win. Happy New Year! Silent peace, in every heart Your full release. Bring us through these days unknown e'er to kneel before Your Throne. by Jay O’Toole on January 1st, 2022 |