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) |
gentle through the woods babbling rocks and wondrous green here the Earth can rest by Jay O'Toole on August 21st, 2019 |
The little gem she glistens bright from day to day and night to night, awaiting purchase by the one, who'll take her home as a treasure won. "Young man, you'll buy this little gem for a bride, whose 'one' will soon be 'them.' "This gem's been cherished in my heart, held close and shined right from the start." "My thoughts are sad, that this release will be my loss, but your increase. "Please, value this a jewel rare to make her now your daily care." "The price is your devoted soul to hold her dear like priceless gold, "for always in my treasure trove I'll keep the mem'ries of her love." My precious daughter, gem so choice with wondrous spirit, soothing voice will be one Christian man's consort 'til Heaven calls to their final port. The little gem, my cherished gift to Christ my daily prayers be lift. One day a king will take her hand to bless her life by Sovereign Plan. Two hearts created this lone gem from love of honor just for Him. He placed this gem within our hearts. From there she never, ever parts. by Jay O'Toole on August 20th, 2019 |
Rush for two decades. Pray children return. by Jay O'Toole on August 18th, 2019 |
wondrous red aglow precious joy at end of day settled peace at night by Jay O’Toole on August 17th, 2019 |
Wide-eyed faces, sweetly beaming, What wonders fill their ev'ry day! Great hope is dancing on display! Age relents in life redeeming. Ancient mind it wanders dreaming throughout the life of youthful play Wide-eyed faces, sweetly beaming, What wonders fill their ev'ry day! Rueful thoughts of youth not gleaming, his weighted middle on display. His hope renewed from heart to pray Heaven's portals young hearts teaming Wide-eyed faces, sweetly beaming. by Jay O'Toole on August 16th, 2019 |
Days of joy begin with hopeful hearts. Bright sun rays full of Joy. Joy full of bright sun rays with hopeful hearts. Days of joy begin. by Jay O'Toole on August 15th, 2019 |
swiftly growing tall built for shade and writing books cones are crafty pods by Jay O'Toole on August 12th, 2019 |