What makes us glad? Is it when things go our way that we experience gladness? But have we ever been glad in anticipation of things going our way? Though I have read the account of Hannah -- mother of Samuel -- many times before, I was struck by the thought of “anticipatory gladness” in recently reading it … [Read more...] about ANTICIPATORY GLADNESS!
IMPATIENS AND IMPATIENCE!
Though to say “impatiens” and “impatience” may sound the same, they are far from being alike. Understanding both can grow but with quite differing effects should draw us to wisely discern the difference. Impatiens are plants with blooms in a variety of colors and are great for brightening up landscapes. However, impatience can … [Read more...] about IMPATIENS AND IMPATIENCE!
NOT DEGRADE!
Sometimes people upgrade; they are willing to pay a little more for something of higher quality or improved and capable of more functions than what was previously owned. Then there are people who decide to downgrade; get a functional version of something at a lesser price. However, could there be downgrading … [Read more...] about NOT DEGRADE!
GOD IS ABLE!
It is nice watching the trees begin to bud during this time of year. Soon the bees will begin pollinating the fruit trees so the fruit may eventually be enjoyed. It is wonderful how grafting is used to provide so many varieties of flowers and trees, and to even provide more than one type of apple on a single … [Read more...] about GOD IS ABLE!
MAGNIFICANT MASTERPIECE!
Whether it be crocheting, knitting, or by use of a loom, the work being done with yarns of various colors coming together in patterns and pictures is magical to my eyes. Beginning with strands of yarn to bring to completion a hat, scarf, sweater, blanket, rug, or some other masterpiece is an amazing work by … [Read more...] about MAGNIFICANT MASTERPIECE!
