Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! Yes, it is still morning for another hour or so.. It is another beautiful day and looks like it will be good weather for the MacDill airfest going on tomorrow.
I mostly stayed around the house yesterday, staying out of the sun on my wounded face. It will be another week or more before the scab on my nose comes off. Meanwhile the two spots on the right cheek are still prominent and I do not like them! Ah, vanity is thy name, even at my advanced age!
I drove over to the park late in the afternoon, and quite a few people were there, including those with cameras. There is always something to photograph, even if it is just seeing the natural Florida, which the banks of the canal look like. I saw a black turtle sunning on the banks of the weir on the way in, and the sun was high and bright! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Philippians 4:4-9
Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again, rejoice!
Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do.
Remember, the Lord is coming soon.
Don't worry about anything, instead, pray about everything.
Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. If you do
this, you will experience God's peace, which is far more
wonderful than the human mind can understand. His peace
will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.
And now, dear brothers and sisters, let me say one more
thing as I close this letter. Fix your thoughts on what is
true and honorable and right. Think about things that are
pure and lovely and admirable. Think about things that
are excellent and worthy of praise. Keep putting into practice
all you learned from me and heard from me and saw me
doing, and the God of peace will be with you.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers, with thanksgiving joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Friday, March 21, 2014
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Psoaring thru Psalm 84
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! Cool with lots of sun today, and promises to warm up later on. Almost perfect!
Well,I went to see my dermatologist yesterday, and as a result, I have a spotty face. He took a biopsy of my nose and froze two spots on the left side and two on the right of my face, so I am not looking too good. It really hurt when he put the needle in the side of my nose, but I have had that done before and I try to be brave. I am praying the the biopsy will come back negative for cancer and would appreciate your prayers, also.
I wrote of the tiny pretty bird yesterday, and as nearly as I can figure out, according to the Peterson Guide, it is a warbler. The yellow and black coloring matches and he really is a gorgeous little critter!.
After I left the doc's office (got in and out in just thirty minutes, a record), I decided to go to Publix and get the groceries I needed if I could get a parking space close to the front door. Well, God answered the little prayer. Just as I approached the store, a car pulled out right in front!
I got everything on my short list, and then some, and a young man came to bag the goods, then said he would help me out. He asked if I wanted to push the cart, but I told him I would use my cane and lead the way. He was so thoughtful to realize I needed the support. He didn't look like he was out of his teens, yet. Shopping was a pleasure!
Then I cruised through the Park, which had lots of visitors on such a pretty day. I saw that the water had gone down already, so the muddy banks were showing which makes the ibis happy, because they can get to the grubs easier. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 84:10-12
A single day in your courts is better than a
thousand anywhere else!
I would rather be a gatekeeper in the house of my God
than live the good life in the homes of the wicked.
For the Lord God is our light and protector;
he gives us grace and glory.
No good thing will the Lord withhold
from those who do what is right.
O Lord Almighty, happy are those who trust in you!
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Well,I went to see my dermatologist yesterday, and as a result, I have a spotty face. He took a biopsy of my nose and froze two spots on the left side and two on the right of my face, so I am not looking too good. It really hurt when he put the needle in the side of my nose, but I have had that done before and I try to be brave. I am praying the the biopsy will come back negative for cancer and would appreciate your prayers, also.
I wrote of the tiny pretty bird yesterday, and as nearly as I can figure out, according to the Peterson Guide, it is a warbler. The yellow and black coloring matches and he really is a gorgeous little critter!.
After I left the doc's office (got in and out in just thirty minutes, a record), I decided to go to Publix and get the groceries I needed if I could get a parking space close to the front door. Well, God answered the little prayer. Just as I approached the store, a car pulled out right in front!
I got everything on my short list, and then some, and a young man came to bag the goods, then said he would help me out. He asked if I wanted to push the cart, but I told him I would use my cane and lead the way. He was so thoughtful to realize I needed the support. He didn't look like he was out of his teens, yet. Shopping was a pleasure!
Then I cruised through the Park, which had lots of visitors on such a pretty day. I saw that the water had gone down already, so the muddy banks were showing which makes the ibis happy, because they can get to the grubs easier. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 84:10-12
A single day in your courts is better than a
thousand anywhere else!
I would rather be a gatekeeper in the house of my God
than live the good life in the homes of the wicked.
For the Lord God is our light and protector;
he gives us grace and glory.
No good thing will the Lord withhold
from those who do what is right.
O Lord Almighty, happy are those who trust in you!
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Teaching about Prayer and Fasting
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! Sunshine and cool temps make for a beautiful day! I just saw a gorgeous tiny bird in the hedge outside my bedroom window! Bright yellow breast, black band around the neck, black head and black top feathers! I will have to consult my bird book to see what kind it was! It was about the size of a canary...
Well, I got to the library yesterday, and came out loaded down with books! There is a new librarian who looks like the least likely candidate for that particular occupation that I can think of. He is scruffy looking, wears baggy jeans, a scuffy bearded face, but who knows what lurks behind the outward appearance? Not my idea of" Marian, the librarian"!
After I left the library, I headed for the park, where I had to avoid a mother with two small children. I have found that moms with little ones try to keep them under their wings, but one cannot be too careful when driving by. I noticed the water was up from all the rain, when it was down last weekend. Lots of hydrilla washed down from the lake and was floating everywhere.
But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Matthew 6:7-15
"When you pray, don't babble on and on as people
of other religions do. They think their prayers are
answered by repeating their words again and again.
Don't be like them, because your Father knows
exactly what you need even before you ask him!
Pray like this:
Our Father in heaven,
may your name be honored.
May your Kingdom come soon.
May your will be done here on earth
just as it is in heaven.
Give us our food for today
and forgive us our sins,
just as we have forgiven those who
have sinned against us.
And don't let us yield to temptation,
but deliver us from the evil one."
If you forgive those who sin against you,
your heavenly Father will forgive you. But
if you refuse to forgive others, your Father
will not forgive your sins.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs
Amaryllis
Well, I got to the library yesterday, and came out loaded down with books! There is a new librarian who looks like the least likely candidate for that particular occupation that I can think of. He is scruffy looking, wears baggy jeans, a scuffy bearded face, but who knows what lurks behind the outward appearance? Not my idea of" Marian, the librarian"!
After I left the library, I headed for the park, where I had to avoid a mother with two small children. I have found that moms with little ones try to keep them under their wings, but one cannot be too careful when driving by. I noticed the water was up from all the rain, when it was down last weekend. Lots of hydrilla washed down from the lake and was floating everywhere.
But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Matthew 6:7-15
"When you pray, don't babble on and on as people
of other religions do. They think their prayers are
answered by repeating their words again and again.
Don't be like them, because your Father knows
exactly what you need even before you ask him!
Pray like this:
Our Father in heaven,
may your name be honored.
May your Kingdom come soon.
May your will be done here on earth
just as it is in heaven.
Give us our food for today
and forgive us our sins,
just as we have forgiven those who
have sinned against us.
And don't let us yield to temptation,
but deliver us from the evil one."
If you forgive those who sin against you,
your heavenly Father will forgive you. But
if you refuse to forgive others, your Father
will not forgive your sins.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs
Amaryllis
Tuesday, March 18, 2014
The Beatitudes
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! The stormy weather has cleared out and we have lots of sunshine and a cool breeze. I hope this is the last of the cold weather because spring is just around the corner.
My porch and yard are a mess from the high winds. I will have to go out and get sticks and twigs off the front, pick up a plant that blew over, and the large twigs that are on the sidewalk. I don't know if the yard men are coming today or not, because they are probably busy catching up with the lawns they were unable to do because of the weather.It's very hard on people who have to work outside!
Needless to say, I stayed in all day. Since I just recovered from bronchitis, I did not think it wise to brave the rain to go anywhere. But God is good, and I can go out and about today when I finish laundry!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Matthew 5:3-12
God blesses those who realize their need for him,"
for the Kingdom of Heaven is given to them.
God blesses those who mourn,
For they will be comforted.
God blesses those who are gentle and lowly,
for the whole earth will belong to them.
God blesses those who are hungry
and thirsty for justice,
for they will receive it in full.
God blesses those who are merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
God blesses those whose hearts are pure,
for they will see God.
God blesses those who work for peace,
for they will be called the children of God.
God blesses those who are persecuted
because they live for God
for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.
God blesses you when you are mocked and
persecuted and lied about because you are
my followers. Be happy about it! Be very glad!
For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And
remember the ancient people who were persecuted, too.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
My porch and yard are a mess from the high winds. I will have to go out and get sticks and twigs off the front, pick up a plant that blew over, and the large twigs that are on the sidewalk. I don't know if the yard men are coming today or not, because they are probably busy catching up with the lawns they were unable to do because of the weather.It's very hard on people who have to work outside!
Needless to say, I stayed in all day. Since I just recovered from bronchitis, I did not think it wise to brave the rain to go anywhere. But God is good, and I can go out and about today when I finish laundry!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Matthew 5:3-12
God blesses those who realize their need for him,"
for the Kingdom of Heaven is given to them.
God blesses those who mourn,
For they will be comforted.
God blesses those who are gentle and lowly,
for the whole earth will belong to them.
God blesses those who are hungry
and thirsty for justice,
for they will receive it in full.
God blesses those who are merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
God blesses those whose hearts are pure,
for they will see God.
God blesses those who work for peace,
for they will be called the children of God.
God blesses those who are persecuted
because they live for God
for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.
God blesses you when you are mocked and
persecuted and lied about because you are
my followers. Be happy about it! Be very glad!
For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And
remember the ancient people who were persecuted, too.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Monday, March 17, 2014
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Top of the Mornin'! Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! It is a dark and windy morning, with storms headed for us in an hour or two or maybe less. I have been watching radar and the large band of stormy weather is slowly moving toward Pinellas, with maybe tornado watches in the future.
Well, the pollen will be wetted down once again, so allergies will be helped for a little while. The oak pollen was piled up everywhere yesterday, even at church. Speaking of church, it was good to see Don and Peggy Logue there for the wedding of Jessie Bowman and her fiance. They look really good for great grandparents!
It was really good to be back at church for the first time this month...good to be all healed from the nasty bout of bronchitis I had! Pastor Dave has a lot of good stories to tell along with his sermons, since he is retired and has lots of memories.
I drove over to the park several times during the weekend and the leaves and seeds were all over the roads and sidewalks! not a good place to be if you have allergies. I noticed a wood stork and a flock of seagulls, taking in the sun as I rounded Lynch Lake. They were enjoying the sun amidst lots of palm fronds, which were blown down due to the strong winds! But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
2 Corinthians 2:14
But thanks be to God, who made us his captives and
leads us along in Christ's triumphal procession. Now
wherever we go he uses us to tell others about the Lord
and to spread the Good News like a sweet perfume. Our
lives are a fragrance presented by Christ to God. But this
fragrance is is perceived differently by those being saved
and by those perishing. To those who are perishing we are
a fearful small of death and doom. But to those who are
being saved, we are a life-giving perfume. And who is
adequate for such a task such as this? ...We preach God's
message with sincerity and with Christ's authority. and we
know that the God who sent us is watching us.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Well, the pollen will be wetted down once again, so allergies will be helped for a little while. The oak pollen was piled up everywhere yesterday, even at church. Speaking of church, it was good to see Don and Peggy Logue there for the wedding of Jessie Bowman and her fiance. They look really good for great grandparents!
It was really good to be back at church for the first time this month...good to be all healed from the nasty bout of bronchitis I had! Pastor Dave has a lot of good stories to tell along with his sermons, since he is retired and has lots of memories.
I drove over to the park several times during the weekend and the leaves and seeds were all over the roads and sidewalks! not a good place to be if you have allergies. I noticed a wood stork and a flock of seagulls, taking in the sun as I rounded Lynch Lake. They were enjoying the sun amidst lots of palm fronds, which were blown down due to the strong winds! But God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
2 Corinthians 2:14
But thanks be to God, who made us his captives and
leads us along in Christ's triumphal procession. Now
wherever we go he uses us to tell others about the Lord
and to spread the Good News like a sweet perfume. Our
lives are a fragrance presented by Christ to God. But this
fragrance is is perceived differently by those being saved
and by those perishing. To those who are perishing we are
a fearful small of death and doom. But to those who are
being saved, we are a life-giving perfume. And who is
adequate for such a task such as this? ...We preach God's
message with sincerity and with Christ's authority. and we
know that the God who sent us is watching us.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Friday, March 14, 2014
The Power of Prayer
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! We got our chilly weather as predicted but it will soon warm up and at least we have lots of sunshine. It is a beautiful day!
I swept off the porch late yesterday. It was full of leaves and oak seeds, but the wind had been blowing so strongly, that it would have been useless earlier to sweep. I noticed that the chairs were covered with a fine, yellow dusting of pollen just as cars that sit outside are. A bad time of the year for allergies.
My amaryllis have not shown signs of blooms yet, although the leaves look strong and healthy so far. I drove by a house in the neighborhood which has a nice circle of amaryllis blooming. Sigh. Maybe one year mine will do better. I know they are planted too deep. They need the tops of the bulbs to show, which mine do not.
I got over to the Park yesterday and saw a line of people looking over the entrance bridge down into the water, with the teacher in the middle. They were from Benedict Haven..a nice outing for them. I also saw a flock of ibis on the muddy bank, looking pristine in their whiteness against the mud. So graceful when they take off! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
James 5:13-16
Are any among you suffering? They should keep on
praying about it. And those who have reason to be
thankful should continually sing praises to the Lord.
Are any among you sick? They should call for the elders
of the church and have them pray over them, anointing
them with oil in the name of the Lord. And their prayer
offered in faith will heal the sick, and the Lord will make
them well. And anyone who has committed sins will be
forgiven.
Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other
so that you may be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous
person has great power and wonderful results.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers
with thanksgiving, joy and love.
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I swept off the porch late yesterday. It was full of leaves and oak seeds, but the wind had been blowing so strongly, that it would have been useless earlier to sweep. I noticed that the chairs were covered with a fine, yellow dusting of pollen just as cars that sit outside are. A bad time of the year for allergies.
My amaryllis have not shown signs of blooms yet, although the leaves look strong and healthy so far. I drove by a house in the neighborhood which has a nice circle of amaryllis blooming. Sigh. Maybe one year mine will do better. I know they are planted too deep. They need the tops of the bulbs to show, which mine do not.
I got over to the Park yesterday and saw a line of people looking over the entrance bridge down into the water, with the teacher in the middle. They were from Benedict Haven..a nice outing for them. I also saw a flock of ibis on the muddy bank, looking pristine in their whiteness against the mud. So graceful when they take off! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
James 5:13-16
Are any among you suffering? They should keep on
praying about it. And those who have reason to be
thankful should continually sing praises to the Lord.
Are any among you sick? They should call for the elders
of the church and have them pray over them, anointing
them with oil in the name of the Lord. And their prayer
offered in faith will heal the sick, and the Lord will make
them well. And anyone who has committed sins will be
forgiven.
Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other
so that you may be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous
person has great power and wonderful results.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers
with thanksgiving, joy and love.
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Psoaring thru Psalm 139
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! We have a windy, sunshiny day with cooler temps and expecting to get even cooler as the day goes on. But, the weekend will be warm and beautiful!
I am blessed with such a good neighbor and friend, Cheryl! She is one of the team who cleans my house. This morning, the dumpster was set down with the lid up, and the wind blew it over half into the street, so Cheryl called and said she was bringing it back up, and not to be scared if I heard something outside. That was so nice of her, because I was not sure I could pick it up without some difficulty! She is so thoughtful!
I woke up with a headache today, because the phone rang at 1:38 AM. I got up, turned on the light and read the caller ID, which was not identified. I think it was the wrong number, but, of course, I had a lot of trouble getting back to sleep; thus, the headache.
Yesterday, my ladies came in the afternoon and cleaned up the mess left behind in the tub after I had the plumber here opening up the pipe in the backyard. After they left, I took off for the Park and saw a crowd of kids around the big gopher tortoise. One of the little boys, bravely stooped down and quickly touched the gopher's back and got right back up. I had to smile, because the critters are not harmful in any way, but, obviously, the boy did not know that. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 139:23,24
Search me ,O God, and know my heart,
test me and know my thoughts.
Point out anything in me that offends you,
and lead me along the path of everlasting life.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I am blessed with such a good neighbor and friend, Cheryl! She is one of the team who cleans my house. This morning, the dumpster was set down with the lid up, and the wind blew it over half into the street, so Cheryl called and said she was bringing it back up, and not to be scared if I heard something outside. That was so nice of her, because I was not sure I could pick it up without some difficulty! She is so thoughtful!
I woke up with a headache today, because the phone rang at 1:38 AM. I got up, turned on the light and read the caller ID, which was not identified. I think it was the wrong number, but, of course, I had a lot of trouble getting back to sleep; thus, the headache.
Yesterday, my ladies came in the afternoon and cleaned up the mess left behind in the tub after I had the plumber here opening up the pipe in the backyard. After they left, I took off for the Park and saw a crowd of kids around the big gopher tortoise. One of the little boys, bravely stooped down and quickly touched the gopher's back and got right back up. I had to smile, because the critters are not harmful in any way, but, obviously, the boy did not know that. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 139:23,24
Search me ,O God, and know my heart,
test me and know my thoughts.
Point out anything in me that offends you,
and lead me along the path of everlasting life.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
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