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 (Philippians 2:13, KJV) https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/2876959.Charles_Haddon_Spurgeon |
The gift of friends of ages all, extends beyond today. I'm thankful for the privileged call to act within this play. Respect is due the human race to old and young from God. We bless the owners of each place, and workers we applaud. The owners bring resource to bear, and workers gifted hands. Directors lead us and they share the smoothness of good plans. Song and dance brings joy to heart. Smiles bring light to minds. Blessed friendships, that we start last throughout Life's long times. Newsies sell the headlines, rare, although some may repeat. Entertainment lifts from care, and gets us on our feet. Jack and Katherine have grown to be more than "just friends." Racetrack rules New York as known by song and dance, that blends. The victory of Life we see is Win-Win from the start. I bless you as you bless me, and Joy then fills each heart. by Jay O'Toole on March 22nd, 2021 |