In the beloved hymn “Take the Name of Jesus with You” (words by Lydia Odell Baxter, 1870), the first stanza is: “Take the Name of Jesus with you, Child of sorrow and of woe, It will joy and comfort give you; … [Read more...] about PRIVELEGE TO CARRY! (Part 2)
Joy
HUMBLE GREATNESS!
Some are considered great or consider themselves so because of what they have done. That was a focus of Nebuchadnezzar and God humbled him. (Daniel 4:30-33) Herod took the praise of men to heart and holding the glory for himself, his life was ended. (Acts 12:21-23) It is not the power of accomplishment or position above others that … [Read more...] about HUMBLE GREATNESS!
FRUITFUL FOCUS!
Joseph was an amazing young man. Though he may have pushed his older brothers’ buttons by telling them about his dreams (Genesis 37:5-11), he was still one who knew character counted for something. (note Genesis 39:6b-10) Joseph had quite the life, a life which took him from a humble family of shepherds to eventually … [Read more...] about FRUITFUL FOCUS!
CONTINUING FLOW!
I find listening to the sound of a trickling stream or waves lapping the shore to be very therapeutic. It is a wonderful aspect of God’s creation I truly enjoy both audibly and visually. Recently while looking out into the Strait of Juan de Fuca from Clallam Bay, I was intrigued in watching the sea waves rolling in to be met by … [Read more...] about CONTINUING FLOW!
THE MASTER FOCUS!
Playing in a symphony orchestra for many years I have had the opportunity to perform under various conductors who sometimes interpreted the music differently and have had the privilege of playing many beautiful and often challenging masterpieces. Though much practice time is put into preparing for performances, that … [Read more...] about THE MASTER FOCUS!
