We live much of life amid unique choices. Joy is anchored in The One beyond our life. |
โThere 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. . . .โ โ Charles Spurgeon โOur anxiety does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows, but only empties today of its strengths.โ โ C. H. Spurgeon โHope itself is like a star- not to be seen in the sunshine of prosperity, and only to be discovered in the night of adversity.โ โ Charles Haddon Spurgeon โIf 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.โ โ Charles Spurgeon โA Bible thatโs falling apart usually belongs to someone who isnโt.โ โ Charles Spurgeon โVisit many good books, but live in the Bible.โ โ Charles Spurgeon โWhen your will is God's will, you will have your will.โ โ Charles Spurgeon https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/2876959.Charles_Haddon_Spurgeon (Philippians 2:13, KJV) |
Success in life has many veins, the things we've done, and ones we've known. The hopeful heart has much to gain from blessed friendships we have grown. Piano playing is a gift, once giv'n by God, and trained by Man. The saddest days are often lift by wondrous tones of His great plan. And still the gifted teachers live through ev'ry song I've joy to play. The fellowship is here to give me hope, through all that's called "today." My tuba strengthed the early years through marching, concerts played my part as courage overcame my fears, conductor's downbeat caused us start. The hometown stage made me so bold to act, and sing, and dance a lot, that when the story fin'lly told, I bow on my own numbered spot. The things I've done, and those I've known still bless me to this very day. The gifts I use, and skills I hone bring smiles when all we fin'lly say. by Jay OโToole on March 1st, 2023 |