Pride moves stealthy…silently but purposely – ‘knitting’ itself to us and we are not even aware of its presence until our actions have led us to destroy ourselves and others. We can come to the point where ‘our’ desire for our lives, far outweigh God’s desire for our lives. I am often reminded of the prophet Jeremiah whose greatest victory was his victory of ‘humility’. For he was never adhered to, loved or accepted by his people, whom God sent him to, but it didn’t matter…he did the will of God anyway. “Humility,” CS Lewis, the noted Christian author said, “is not thinking less of yourself. But thinking of yourself less." Thus, we pray...
A sincere, faith-filled, and expressively prayerful write, Joyce. Thank you for sharing it. Thank you for your message about Kathleen as well. I have messaged her and I am praying for her recovery. Love and blessings to you,
His (agape) Love in us is the only way this can ever happen. "For Love is as strong as death, its jealousy as unyielding as the grave. It burns like blazing fire; like a mighty flame. Many waters cannot quench Love; rivers cannot wash it away. If one were to give all the wealth of his house for Love, it would be utterly scorned." Song of Songs 8 6-7 NIV. A fine expression. Enjoyed... rlc
In "A Touch of Your Presence" are words that would inspire, encourage and strengthen one's soul when faced with challenges and difficulties and to know the awesomeness of God's power.
Reflections and Nature Watercolors is a collection of Margaret's spontaneous positive thoughts in celebrating and reflecting on life and her nature watercolors.
Regis
Diana...
Love ya!
Jane