You Have Not Because You Ask Not The Following scripture is from The Book of Wisdom in the Catholic Bible. We have a few extra books..and I have no idea why…nor do I care. I am very nondenominational. GOD’S WORD…IS GOD’S WORD. This is taken from Chapter 9….Solomon’s prayer. Lord bestow on me THE GIFT OF WISDOM, The Attendant at Your Throne, and reject me not from among your children. Send Her forth from Your holy heavens and from your glorious throne dispatch her; that She may be with me and work with…
PERFECT VISION 2 Cor. 3:14-18 But their minds were made dull, for to this day the same veil remains when the old covenant is read. It has not been removed, because only in Christ is it taken away. Even to this day when Moses is read, a veil covers their hearts. But whenever anyone turns to the Lord, the VEIL IS TAKEN AWAY. Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into His likeness…
I Go Walking In My Sleep(Sung by Billy Joel) Psalm 118:18 Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.vs. 26-27 I recounted my ways and you answered me; teach me your decrees. Let me understand the teaching of your precepts; then I will meditate on your wonders. It’s 3:30 a.m. God has awakened me. In the dark, I reach for my robe and slippers. I sleepily saunter across the hall to my “War Room”; have you seen the movie? It’s painted lavender, with mint green and a touch…
Kill ’Em With Kindness 2 Peter 1:5-7 For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness knowledge; and to knowledge self-control; and to self control perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. Proverbs 11:17 A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself. As the youngest grandchild on both sides of the family. I spent a great deal of time with my grandparents. I always asked them to tell me their stories and life lessons. Harry Ortlieb…
Help Them Rise To The Occasion Ps. 10:17 You hear, O Lord, the desire of the afflicted; you encourage them and you listen to their cry. Isa. 1:17 Stop doing wrong, learn to do what is right! Seek justice, encourage the oppressed. Defend the cause of the fatherless, plead the case of the widow. Acts 15:32 Judas and Silas, who themselves were prophets, said much to encourage and strengthen the brothers. There have been many people in our lives that we see as wanton. We know that just a few kind words or actions, may begin a…
My Mighty Burr Oak Renovated… For My 71st Bday Isaiah 61:3 They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting for the Lord, for the display of his splendor. Isaiah 61:9 Their descendants will be known amongst the nations, and their offspring amongst the peoples. All who see them will acknowledge that they are a people the Lord has blessed. Once you begin to read my autobiography, you’ll understand the symbol of Strength and Becoming with which God blessed me…my Mighty Burr Oak. The story that tree could tell would knock your socks off! It’s…
Living With A Heart Of Gratitude Psalm 89:15 Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you, who walk in he light of your presence, O Lord. Isaiah 41:13 For I am the Lord your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you,”Do not fear; I will help you. Matt 6:34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. As I sit on my big, country porch typing, creating, I count my blessings. I see the farmers in the fields…
Susie Quotes To Declutter Your Brain 2 Thess. 3:16 Now may the Lord of Peace Himself give you peace always in every way. The Lord be with you all. 2 Cor. 4:17 For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. It’s the last week of October 2020. What a year!Harvest has been rolling along, and Susie Betty Crocker has been alive and well feeding everyone. I love to cook and it keeps me plenty busy. Here is the scene at the farm as I write: The…
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Luke 12:25-26 Who by worrying can add a single hour to his life? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest? I LOVE THE FALL: Halloween, harvest, colored leaves, chili, vegetable soup, pumpkin pie, Football Friday Night, cool, crisp sunny days, holidays on the way, Hallmark Xmas Movies begin. Fall decorations give a boost to my soul, with the sight of the holidays in the near future. How did Halloween originate? Before the medieval days, it was celebrated as All Hallows Eve. On the night before All Saints Day…
Wisdom Within My Morning Walks Proverbs 4:18 The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining ever brighter til the full light of day. Daniel 12:3 Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness like the stars forever and ever. 2 Samuel 22:13 Out of the brightness of His presence, bolts of lightening blazed forth. There is no other time like sunrise on the farm. The sounds, the colors the stillness, and the Presence of the Almighty. How anyone can look around this…
Scripture From The Book Of Sirach (Catholic Bible) Chapter 6 :True Friendship 5-17Pleasant speech multiplies friends, and gracious lips, friendly greetings. Let those who are friendly to you be many, but one in a thousand YOUR CONFIDANT. When you gain friends, gain them through testing, and do not be quick to TRUST THEM. For there are friends when it suits them, but they will not be around in the time of trouble. Another is a friend who turns into an enemy, and tells of the quarrel to his disgrace. Others are friends, table companions, but they cannot be found…
Prince Charming Falls Easily The following scriptures speak of Rebirth: Philippians 1:6 being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. John 3:3 Jesus said,”I tell you the truth, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born again.” John 3:13-14 Jesus answered,”Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again., but whoever drinks the water that I give him will never thirst.” Young Women….let me give you a heads up…. ONLY GOD CAN FILL…
I Will Not Be Defeated..I Refuse..Take Charge! Psalm 40:2-3 He lifted me out of the slimy pit. Out of the mud and mire. He set my foot on a rock, and gave me a firm place to stand. He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see, fear, and put their trust in the Lord. Psalm 42:5 Why are you in despair, Oh my soul? Why have you become disturbed within me? Hope in God, for I shall again praise Him for the help of His…
He Creates Strength Through Weakness 2 Cor. 12:9 But He said to me, ”My Grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in your weakness.” Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. Deut.31:8 The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. I can so relate to St. Paul as he states, “Boast about my weaknesses.” Well….Lolol… I sure as heck don…
Our Family Legacy Proverbs 3:6 In all of your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths. Phil 4:19 And my God will meet all of your needs according to His glorious riches. Our son Joel is the Head Coach at Bishop Ready High School. Recently, I was going through his football programs from the last few years. I noticed a theme that comes from his heart, and the way he was raised: FAITH, FAMILY, FOCUS, FINISH. As I pondered this theme, God really brought to my mind, from whence it came. He was raised that…