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 another day like the day before, and this day has no breeze and is just humid and very warm. As usual, storms are in the prediction, but that is called for every day. We had threats, but no rain, however, the gutters are still running with water, so we are still wet.
Surprise! my yard men came yesterday. That is the first time they have come on Wed., but I think they are still catching up after being rained out a couple days. And then, my cleaning gals came an hour late, we caught up on the neighborhood news, and I learned how to turn on my second shower head in the bathroom.
Later on, I decided to get a salad for supper, so I headed for Chick-fil-A and got in line right behind a Maserati sedan. I thought that was a pretty expensive car, which was confirmed later by Daryl. Then a pool maintenance guy drove in with his pick up and all his equipment in the back, walked around to let his little son out, and they went in to eat. So I am thinking, it doesn't matter what the income or status is, all people wind up at CFA. That says something about the food and service.
On my way there, I drove by Lynch Lake park and saw a huge flock of ibis, lots of ducks, and a couple of ospreys, plus an anhinga on the overhead lines. Then I drove to the park, and all was quiet. The grounds were freshly mowed and a lonely egret was fishing. while the ever present squirrels were dashing about as usual. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Philippians 2:13-15
Dearest friends, you were always so careful to follow
my instructions when I was with you, and now that
I am away you must be even more careful to put into
action God's saving work in your lives, obeying God
with deep reverence and fear. For God is working in
you giving you the desire to obey him and the power
to do what pleases him.
In everything you do, stay away from complaining
and arguing do that no one can speak a word of blame
against you. You are to live clean, innocent, lives as
children of God in a dark world full of crooked and
perverse people. Let your lives shine brightly before
them. Hold tightly to the word of life, so that when
Christ returns, I will be proud that I did not lose the race
and that my work was not useless. But even if my life
is to be poured out like a drink offering to complete
the sacrifice of your faithful service (that is, if I am to die
for you,) I will rejoice, and I want to share my joy with all
of you. And you should be happy about this and rejoice
with me.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Thursday, July 23, 2015
Wednesday, July 22, 2015
Paul's 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! Sunshine, clouds, heat, humidity; that is the same as several days previously this week, so far, but it looks like a lot of rain will be coming this weekend and that is not so good for outdoor activities. However, that is Florida in the summer. I saw a brief segment yesterday on TV about how scarce water is all over the world. Only 1/3rd of the earth consists of water, to supply the needs of millions of people., and it is not being replenished fast enough for the future. Scary!
So, the yard next door got mowed yesterday. Mine did not, but it does not look so bad, because I don't have a lot of grass, anyway. That is, it does not look bad where there is grass, but I do need sod in front. The shade from the oak trees keeps grass from thriving near the house.
I was ready to go shopping early in the afternoon, but by the time I got to the stores, I did not have the energy, so that will have to wait. I did drive to the park, and saw a graceful egret standing by the very full canal. He looked like a painting , as the greenery behind him was contrasted with his very white feathers. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Ephesians 3:14-
When I think of the wisdom and scope of God's
plan, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father, the
Creator of heaven and on earth. I pray that from his
glorious, unlimited resources, he will give you mighty
inner strength through his Holy Spirit. And I pray that
Christ will be more and more at home in your hearts as
you trust in him. May your roots go down deep into the
soil of God's marvelous love. and may you have the
power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide,
how long, how high and how deep his love really is. May
you experience the love of Christ, though it is so great
you will never fully understand it . Then you will be filled
with the fullness of life and power that comes from God.
Now Glory be to God! By his mighty power at work within
us , he is able to accomplish infinitely more than we would
ever dare to ask or hope. May he be given glory in the church
and in Christ Jesus forever and ever through endless ages.
Amen.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
So, the yard next door got mowed yesterday. Mine did not, but it does not look so bad, because I don't have a lot of grass, anyway. That is, it does not look bad where there is grass, but I do need sod in front. The shade from the oak trees keeps grass from thriving near the house.
I was ready to go shopping early in the afternoon, but by the time I got to the stores, I did not have the energy, so that will have to wait. I did drive to the park, and saw a graceful egret standing by the very full canal. He looked like a painting , as the greenery behind him was contrasted with his very white feathers. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Ephesians 3:14-
When I think of the wisdom and scope of God's
plan, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father, the
Creator of heaven and on earth. I pray that from his
glorious, unlimited resources, he will give you mighty
inner strength through his Holy Spirit. And I pray that
Christ will be more and more at home in your hearts as
you trust in him. May your roots go down deep into the
soil of God's marvelous love. and may you have the
power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide,
how long, how high and how deep his love really is. May
you experience the love of Christ, though it is so great
you will never fully understand it . Then you will be filled
with the fullness of life and power that comes from God.
Now Glory be to God! By his mighty power at work within
us , he is able to accomplish infinitely more than we would
ever dare to ask or hope. May he be given glory in the church
and in Christ Jesus forever and ever through endless ages.
Amen.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Tuesday, July 21, 2015
We reap what we Sow
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! Our TV weatherman posted a picture on FB of a broken record as his weather report yesterday! Very funny, but appropriate. We did not get any rain yesterday, but it sure looked like it, with a very dark cloud hanging overhead and a few sprinkles while I was out and about. Same thing today...
My yard men did not come yesterday, so I thought they would today, but no sign of them so far. My yard still looks neat compared to the next door kid's. He has not mowed for a month and the grass is about two feet high. His parents own the house, but built another one and moved out over a couple years ago, and he wanted to stay. His dad also has a car in the garage that he has been working on for years, but the son is not inclined to do upkeep on the house and yard, so the neighbors have to suffer. Sigh.
Well, it looks like the Sav-A-Lot store is finished and ready to move all the goods in at Town Plaza. It won't be a very large space, but I am sure all the people who live in the apartments there will be happy to shop there so close.
After I finished with my errands, I visited the Park, and passed a large retention pond with a large flock of ibis enjoying the water and whatever food was there for them. The canal was full at the park and one lonely anhinga was drying out his wings in the distance, perched on a bush over the lake. I have seen mockers and bluejays diving into the hedge outside my window, so the berries must be really available for them. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Galatians 6:1-6
Dear brothers and sisters, if another Christian is
overcome by some sin, you who are godly should
gently and humbly help that person back onto the
right path. And be careful not to fall into the same
temptation yourself. Share each others troubles and
problems. and in this way obey the law of Christ. If
you think you are too important to help someone in
need, you are only fooling yourself. You are really a
nobody.
Be sure to do what you should, for then you will enjoy
the personal satisfaction of having done your work well,
and you won't need to compare yourself to anyone else.
For we each are responsible for our own conduct.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
My yard men did not come yesterday, so I thought they would today, but no sign of them so far. My yard still looks neat compared to the next door kid's. He has not mowed for a month and the grass is about two feet high. His parents own the house, but built another one and moved out over a couple years ago, and he wanted to stay. His dad also has a car in the garage that he has been working on for years, but the son is not inclined to do upkeep on the house and yard, so the neighbors have to suffer. Sigh.
Well, it looks like the Sav-A-Lot store is finished and ready to move all the goods in at Town Plaza. It won't be a very large space, but I am sure all the people who live in the apartments there will be happy to shop there so close.
After I finished with my errands, I visited the Park, and passed a large retention pond with a large flock of ibis enjoying the water and whatever food was there for them. The canal was full at the park and one lonely anhinga was drying out his wings in the distance, perched on a bush over the lake. I have seen mockers and bluejays diving into the hedge outside my window, so the berries must be really available for them. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Galatians 6:1-6
Dear brothers and sisters, if another Christian is
overcome by some sin, you who are godly should
gently and humbly help that person back onto the
right path. And be careful not to fall into the same
temptation yourself. Share each others troubles and
problems. and in this way obey the law of Christ. If
you think you are too important to help someone in
need, you are only fooling yourself. You are really a
nobody.
Be sure to do what you should, for then you will enjoy
the personal satisfaction of having done your work well,
and you won't need to compare yourself to anyone else.
For we each are responsible for our own conduct.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Monday, July 20, 2015
Still Roamin' thru Romans
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 sunshine this morning and breezes and it continues to be hot, but thundershowers will probably be showing up sometime today.
I was afraid I would miss church because of the rain yesterday. A downpour started while I was having breakfast. I was all dressed and ready to go, but I saw blue skies off in the east and thought perhaps it was not raining at church. Well, the rain stopped an hour before I was to leave and no rain after that! Praise God!
I had a short chat with one of the teenagers who had been to CHIC, and learned what the week had meant to him. The chat was informative. I had never talked with him before, so, hopefully the commitments he made will stick and grow. I will keep praying for him.
On my way to church, I saw several ducks and ibises and a gathering of seagulls around Lynch Lake, which was pretty full after the heavy rain.
The rain is helping my Bird of Paradise to grow and it now has two blooms on it, but, unfortunately it is in the back yard, so no one else can see it. For my eyes only. My handyman came last week and did a good job of trimming, but there is more that needs doing, so he is coming back the end of the month. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Romans 12:14-25
If people persecute you because you are a Christian,
don't curse them; pray that God will bless them.
When others are happy, be happy with them. If they
are sad, share their sorrow. Live in harmony with
each other. Don't try to act important, but enjoy the
company of ordinary people. And don't think you know it all!
Never pay back evil for evil to anyone. Do things in such
a way that everyone can see you are honorable. Do your
part to live in peace with everyone, as much as possible.
Dear Friends, never avenge yourselves. Leave that to God.
For it is written,
"I will take vengeance
I will repay those who deserve it",
says the Lord.
Instead do what the scriptures say:
"If your enemies are hungry, feed them.
If they are thirsty, give them something
to drink,
and they will be ashamed of what they
have done to you."
Don't let evil get the best of you, but conquer
evil by doing good.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I was afraid I would miss church because of the rain yesterday. A downpour started while I was having breakfast. I was all dressed and ready to go, but I saw blue skies off in the east and thought perhaps it was not raining at church. Well, the rain stopped an hour before I was to leave and no rain after that! Praise God!
I had a short chat with one of the teenagers who had been to CHIC, and learned what the week had meant to him. The chat was informative. I had never talked with him before, so, hopefully the commitments he made will stick and grow. I will keep praying for him.
On my way to church, I saw several ducks and ibises and a gathering of seagulls around Lynch Lake, which was pretty full after the heavy rain.
The rain is helping my Bird of Paradise to grow and it now has two blooms on it, but, unfortunately it is in the back yard, so no one else can see it. For my eyes only. My handyman came last week and did a good job of trimming, but there is more that needs doing, so he is coming back the end of the month. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Romans 12:14-25
If people persecute you because you are a Christian,
don't curse them; pray that God will bless them.
When others are happy, be happy with them. If they
are sad, share their sorrow. Live in harmony with
each other. Don't try to act important, but enjoy the
company of ordinary people. And don't think you know it all!
Never pay back evil for evil to anyone. Do things in such
a way that everyone can see you are honorable. Do your
part to live in peace with everyone, as much as possible.
Dear Friends, never avenge yourselves. Leave that to God.
For it is written,
"I will take vengeance
I will repay those who deserve it",
says the Lord.
Instead do what the scriptures say:
"If your enemies are hungry, feed them.
If they are thirsty, give them something
to drink,
and they will be ashamed of what they
have done to you."
Don't let evil get the best of you, but conquer
evil by doing good.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Friday, July 17, 2015
Psoaring thru Psalms
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! Rain, rain, rain! The weatherman was right and from the looks of radar, it will be rainy most of the day. My Times was wet because I am having a clash of wills with my carrier. I have asked numerous times for the paper to be placed in the chair right beside my front door, but although it will land in front of the door, on one side of the chair and on the other side of the chair, he (or she) will not place it in the chair. So, today, it was tossed on the porch in the puddle and got soaked through two plastic covers! I have called and will probably get a replacement sometime today. I know I could get it online, but I prefer to have it in my hands. Sigh.
Well, I have not contacted a fence company yet about repairing or replacing the back fence, so I am open to suggestions. It is just a strip across the back yard and part of that is covered by a neighbor who has a fence up against mine. Stay tuned!
The tragic developments of yesterday, in Chattanooga, took place not far from the Ferguson's store which is the headquarters for Daryl's company.. He said everything was in lockdown, and highways were closed, so the delivery truck for that store, had to make a u-turn and head for Cleveland, Daryl's store, to unload, after waiting an hour and a half. I feel so sorry for all involved and especially the families of the Marines! I pray for peace and comfort for them.
But I am convinced that God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 119:57-64
Lord, you are mine!
I promise to obey your words!
With all my heart I want your blessings.
Be merciful just as you promised.
I pondered the direction of my life,
and I turned to follow your statutes.
I will hurry, without lingering.
to obey your commands.
Evil people try to drag me into sin,
but I am firmly anchored to your law.
At midnight I rise to thank you
for your just laws.
Anyone who fears you is my friend--
anyone who obeys your
commandments.
O Lord, the earth is full of your unfailing love.
Teach me your principles.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Well, I have not contacted a fence company yet about repairing or replacing the back fence, so I am open to suggestions. It is just a strip across the back yard and part of that is covered by a neighbor who has a fence up against mine. Stay tuned!
The tragic developments of yesterday, in Chattanooga, took place not far from the Ferguson's store which is the headquarters for Daryl's company.. He said everything was in lockdown, and highways were closed, so the delivery truck for that store, had to make a u-turn and head for Cleveland, Daryl's store, to unload, after waiting an hour and a half. I feel so sorry for all involved and especially the families of the Marines! I pray for peace and comfort for them.
But I am convinced that God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 119:57-64
Lord, you are mine!
I promise to obey your words!
With all my heart I want your blessings.
Be merciful just as you promised.
I pondered the direction of my life,
and I turned to follow your statutes.
I will hurry, without lingering.
to obey your commands.
Evil people try to drag me into sin,
but I am firmly anchored to your law.
At midnight I rise to thank you
for your just laws.
Anyone who fears you is my friend--
anyone who obeys your
commandments.
O Lord, the earth is full of your unfailing love.
Teach me your principles.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Thursday, July 16, 2015
Psoaring thru Psalms
From: Amaryllis Green 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! When I got up at about 6:30, the sun was shining brightly, and it looked like a beautiful day, but now I see rain dripping off the roof and when I looked at the local radar pictures on TV, rain was all around, so more wetness. I saw a white toadstool growing by the porch wall yesterday...or maybe, it was a mushroom.
I was expecting my cleaning team about 1:30, so I did laundry in the morning, and since they were late arriving, I took care of some bookkeeping, and then I had called my handy man who was due around three. He came just after the girls left and did a lot of trimming and getting rid of oak trees that had grown up in the hibiscus and the podacarpus hedge. He also discovered a large bee hive in the neighbor's shed, which did not like his noisy trimmer! Fortunately, he was not stung!
I had asked him to check on my fence gate which is sagging into the backyard neighbor's property, but he said it was too heavy for him to handle, and I needed to contact a fence company because the posts are rotted. Sigh. Another home owner problem.
Well, my good fairy from across the street, returned my dumpster from the curb this morning and I did not even hear her! She is so good hearted! I am blessed! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 119:1-8
Happy are people of integrity,
who follow the law of the Lord.
Happy are those who obey his decrees.
and search for him with all their hearts.
They do not compromise with evil.
and they walk only in his paths.
You have charged us to keep your commandments carefully.
Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect
your principles!
Then I will not be disgraced
when I compare my life with your commands.
When I learn your righteous laws,
I will thank you by living as I should!
I will obey your principles,
Please don't give up on me!
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I was expecting my cleaning team about 1:30, so I did laundry in the morning, and since they were late arriving, I took care of some bookkeeping, and then I had called my handy man who was due around three. He came just after the girls left and did a lot of trimming and getting rid of oak trees that had grown up in the hibiscus and the podacarpus hedge. He also discovered a large bee hive in the neighbor's shed, which did not like his noisy trimmer! Fortunately, he was not stung!
I had asked him to check on my fence gate which is sagging into the backyard neighbor's property, but he said it was too heavy for him to handle, and I needed to contact a fence company because the posts are rotted. Sigh. Another home owner problem.
Well, my good fairy from across the street, returned my dumpster from the curb this morning and I did not even hear her! She is so good hearted! I am blessed! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 119:1-8
Happy are people of integrity,
who follow the law of the Lord.
Happy are those who obey his decrees.
and search for him with all their hearts.
They do not compromise with evil.
and they walk only in his paths.
You have charged us to keep your commandments carefully.
Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect
your principles!
Then I will not be disgraced
when I compare my life with your commands.
When I learn your righteous laws,
I will thank you by living as I should!
I will obey your principles,
Please don't give up on me!
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Wednesday, July 15, 2015
Prowling thru Proverbs
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! From the looks of the porch, we had an early morning rain, because puddles were still visible. The prediction yesterday was that it would rain sometime between 3 and 6 AM and that was correct!.
I mentioned the breeze yesterday, well, I was totally surprised when a heavy downpour started about eleven and kept up for over an hour! Then a loud clap of thunder made me jump a little. During the rain, I went through more old pics and found the boys report cards from kindergarten and even class pictures from elementary school.
I found photos from our family trip out west to see my aunt Lillian in Reno, photos of the Grand Canyon, Sierra Nevada and Hoover Dam, (called Boulder Dam, then) and the Great Salt Lake. It was like a mini-vacation for me.This vacation trip was made in a '36 Ford with no seat belts or safety features, but it was up to the travel! My brother stood up nearly the whole way, hanging on to the backs of the front seats...not recommended now!
After the rain, I ran some errands and wound up at the Park where the canal was full and trees were still dripping. I only saw one anhinga drying out the wings, and a couple Mockingbirds flying about. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Proverbs 3:21-25
My child, don't lose sight of good planning and insight.
Hang on to them, for they fill you with life and bring you
honor and respect. They keep you safe on your way and
keep your feet from stumbling. You can lie down without
fear and enjoy pleasant dreams. You need not be afraid
of disaster or the destruction that comes upon the wicked,
for the Lord is your security. He will keep your foot from
being caught in a trap.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I mentioned the breeze yesterday, well, I was totally surprised when a heavy downpour started about eleven and kept up for over an hour! Then a loud clap of thunder made me jump a little. During the rain, I went through more old pics and found the boys report cards from kindergarten and even class pictures from elementary school.
I found photos from our family trip out west to see my aunt Lillian in Reno, photos of the Grand Canyon, Sierra Nevada and Hoover Dam, (called Boulder Dam, then) and the Great Salt Lake. It was like a mini-vacation for me.This vacation trip was made in a '36 Ford with no seat belts or safety features, but it was up to the travel! My brother stood up nearly the whole way, hanging on to the backs of the front seats...not recommended now!
After the rain, I ran some errands and wound up at the Park where the canal was full and trees were still dripping. I only saw one anhinga drying out the wings, and a couple Mockingbirds flying about. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Proverbs 3:21-25
My child, don't lose sight of good planning and insight.
Hang on to them, for they fill you with life and bring you
honor and respect. They keep you safe on your way and
keep your feet from stumbling. You can lie down without
fear and enjoy pleasant dreams. You need not be afraid
of disaster or the destruction that comes upon the wicked,
for the Lord is your security. He will keep your foot from
being caught in a trap.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
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