Good morning blog readers who do so intentionally and to the others who accidentally, (or providentially), land on my blog, well, I bid each one a good day because it is the one that God has made, this one is identified as Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Our pastor has been admonishing our congregation to curtail the amount of time spent watching news outlets on all kinds of media devices. Why? In his way of seeing it, watching too much will turn one into something of a crazed zombie and more importantly it takes us away from focusing on the true Source of all Truth as found in the pages of God's Holy Word. I will confess that I do like to stay informed, but, I have found, at least for me, it's best to limit my intake even from those that tend to see the political world in the way I do. That's right. Our pastor, who is our faith leader, also mentioned how those in power who got there with our vote still need the Lord just like we do. We are given clear instruction in The Scriptures on how we are to pray for those in power. 1st Timothy 2:1-2. "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people — for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness." Romans 13:1 "Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God." Proverbs 21:1 "The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord; he turns it wherever he will." Colossians 1:16–17 "For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together." Many years ago I remember teaching on this subject as we encountered it in our verse by verse Bible study. A fellow in our class was vehemently opposed to the administration in office at that time. I mentioned that Rome was in control when Paul instructed Timothy to pray for those in authority. That was too much for that fellow. He stormed out and didn't return. Okay. Here's my closing thought on this subject. I will do so with some of the lyrics from a song published in 1901, 'This is my Father's world', lyrics by Maltie B. Babcock, music by Terra Beatta:
This is my Father's world:
O let me ne'er forget
That though the wrong seems oft so strong,
God is the Ruler yet.
This is my Father's world:
Why should my heart be sad?
The Lord is King: let the heavens ring!
God reigns; let earth be glad!
I was thinking the other day how much our conversations change as we age. It's a natural progression as life changes the subjects being covered. One of the things I've noticed about old people conversations is how they tend to be long winded, especially if where I was born, my first job, family background, kids, grand kids, great grands, and, even more crucial, health related issues are being covered. I do not speak that about others. I speak for myself. I see the look I get from that lady across the room. That look simply says this: You have talked enough, give someone else a chance. She knows me best and most of the time she is right. Not all the time. In fact, I could tell you some real doozies about some of her shenanigans, but, alas, I neither have the nerve nor the permission to do so. Just joking. Mostly. She and I used to watch a TV series on British television about a notable barrister, (lawyer), 'Rumpole of the Bailey'. Rumpole's wife was named Hilda but under is breath he called her She-Who-Must-Be-Obeyed. I think I've said enough to give you a clue about how the trick is done. Right? Again, just joking. Mostly. Why not laugh? It will do you good! Yes! Even Laugh Out Loud, (LOL)! For heaven's sake, it's about time. Know for sure I am talking about wholesome laughter, certainly not the crass laughter from the world. "A merry heart does good like a medicine: but a broken spirit dries the bones."(Proverbs 17:2) Since some of us still have trouble using our cellular phone, I will leave y'all with some handy helpful hints to improve your texting prowess. Enjoy. And, never forget, the very breath in our body is in His control, therefore, let's rise and shine and give Him the glory. Amen.
FWIW: Forgot Where I Was
BTW: Bring The Wheelchair
ROFL... CGU: Rolling On The Floor Laughing... And Can't Get Up
LOL: Living On Lipitor
OMG: Oh, My Grandchildren!
IMHO: Is My Hearing-Aid On?
BYOT: Bring Your Own Teeth
FYI: For Your Indigestion...
TTYL: Talk To You Louder
LMDO: Laughing My Dentures Out
LWO: Lawrence Welk's On
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