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! Wow! What a thunderstorm that was yesterday! I was safe and dry at home, but I watched on TV as the ice formed in Atla. and the people stuck on the roller coaster at Busch Gardens sat through the rain and storm. Lots of news alerts most of the day.
Daryl texted pics of the 8 inches of snow that fell in Cleveland, TN.! What a storm! While the temps. are slowing dropping here, and the wind is blowing strongly, we have blue skies and lots of sun, so all is good.
I made a trip to the library and then the park to check it out. People walking, having picnics, and just enjoying a nice day before the storm. I saw a great white heron almost hidden behind a bulrush, and one anhinga before I got down further, but it was just a good day for enjoying the outdoors.
My cleaning ladies came and did their usual good job before leaving, so I have a clean house and am safe and dry. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 150
Praise God in his heavenly dwelling,
praise him in his mighty heaven.
Praise him for his mighty works,
praise his unequaled greatness.
Praise him with a blast of the trumpet,
praise him with the lyre and harp!
Praise him with the tambourine and dancing;
Praise him with the stringed instruments and flutes!
Praise him with a clash of cymbals;
praise him with loud clanging cymbals!
Let everything that lives sing praises to the Lord!
Praise the Lord!
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Thursday, February 13, 2014
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
Learning from Luke
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! Wow! I was not expecting a lot of fog this morning, but that is what greeted me when I looked out. Then I watched the traffic reports and visibility was down to almost zero on the bridges, so there were accidents, of course, including one fatality and a truck carrying liquor overturned, spilling a lot of alcohol all over! Lots of work for the troopers and first responders! I give thanks for them in their work!
I went shopping yesterday and found some bargains at Beall's , but they always have sales. I just got a little extra off because of Senior Day. There are perks to being a senior! Then I drove out to get gas and was disappointed to find that gas had jumped up overnight. But, since I only buy gas about once a month, I can't complain too much!
I stopped by the Park on my way and saw quite a few cars and people walking around enjoying the great weather. I almost had to stop for a frisky squirrel who decided to dare me by stopping for a second in front of me as he dashed across the road! A lone anhinga was sunning on the weir and a great blue heron was near him. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Luke 12:22-31
Then, turning to his disciples, Jesus said, " So I tell you, don't worry about everyday
life, whether you have enough food to eat, or enough clothes to wear. For life consists of more than food and clothing. Look at the ravens. They don't need to plant or harvest or put food in barns, because God feeds them. And you are far more
valuable to him than any birds! Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? Of course not! And if worry can't do little things like that, what's the use of worrying about bigger things?
Look at the lilies and how they grow. They don't work or make their clothing, yet Solomon in all his glory was not dressed as beautifully as they are. And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and gone tomorrow, won't he more surely care for you? You have so little faith !....
He will give you all you need from day to day if you make the Kingdom of God your primary concern.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I went shopping yesterday and found some bargains at Beall's , but they always have sales. I just got a little extra off because of Senior Day. There are perks to being a senior! Then I drove out to get gas and was disappointed to find that gas had jumped up overnight. But, since I only buy gas about once a month, I can't complain too much!
I stopped by the Park on my way and saw quite a few cars and people walking around enjoying the great weather. I almost had to stop for a frisky squirrel who decided to dare me by stopping for a second in front of me as he dashed across the road! A lone anhinga was sunning on the weir and a great blue heron was near him. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Luke 12:22-31
Then, turning to his disciples, Jesus said, " So I tell you, don't worry about everyday
life, whether you have enough food to eat, or enough clothes to wear. For life consists of more than food and clothing. Look at the ravens. They don't need to plant or harvest or put food in barns, because God feeds them. And you are far more
valuable to him than any birds! Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? Of course not! And if worry can't do little things like that, what's the use of worrying about bigger things?
Look at the lilies and how they grow. They don't work or make their clothing, yet Solomon in all his glory was not dressed as beautifully as they are. And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and gone tomorrow, won't he more surely care for you? You have so little faith !....
He will give you all you need from day to day if you make the Kingdom of God your primary concern.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Psoaring thru Psalm 5
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! This will be another beautiful day just like yesterday, but we are still being warned about the rain and colder weather coming tomorrow evening. Also, I watched the Gov. of GA and the mayor of Atla. speaking about all the preparations being made so that they do not get caught unawares as they did two weeks ago. Maybe it won't be as bad as they expect, but it is always good to be prepared...just as we do when a hurricane approaches!
Well, my azaleas are blooming nicely, and look very pretty. I am sure that houses with more azaleas than I have are already showing off the beauty that happens once a year. My bushes are very old, but seem to be holding up well, with trimming once in a while. I haven't noticed the ones in the park blooming yet. Guess I will have to take a look next time I go.
Well, my birthday balloons are slowing losing their gas. 5 are resting on the hearth and floor, and three are slowly sagging and will probably be on the hearth later this week.. But they are a good reminder of a happy day and how loved on I was by my special friends. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 5
O Lord, hear me as I pray;
pay attention to my groaning.
Listen to my cry for help, my King and my God,
for I will never pray to anyone but you.
Listen to my voice in the morning, Lord.
Each morning I bring my requests to you and wait expectantly.
O God, you take no pleasure in wickedness,
you cannot tolerate the slightest sin.
Therefore, the proud will not be allowed
to stand in your presence,
for you hate all who do evil.
You will destroy those who tell lies.
The Lord detests murderers and deceivers.....
But let all who take refuge in you rejoice,
let them sing with joyful praises forever,
Protect them, so all who love your name may be filled with joy.
For you bless the godly, O Lord,
surrounding them with your shield of love.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Well, my azaleas are blooming nicely, and look very pretty. I am sure that houses with more azaleas than I have are already showing off the beauty that happens once a year. My bushes are very old, but seem to be holding up well, with trimming once in a while. I haven't noticed the ones in the park blooming yet. Guess I will have to take a look next time I go.
Well, my birthday balloons are slowing losing their gas. 5 are resting on the hearth and floor, and three are slowly sagging and will probably be on the hearth later this week.. But they are a good reminder of a happy day and how loved on I was by my special friends. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 5
O Lord, hear me as I pray;
pay attention to my groaning.
Listen to my cry for help, my King and my God,
for I will never pray to anyone but you.
Listen to my voice in the morning, Lord.
Each morning I bring my requests to you and wait expectantly.
O God, you take no pleasure in wickedness,
you cannot tolerate the slightest sin.
Therefore, the proud will not be allowed
to stand in your presence,
for you hate all who do evil.
You will destroy those who tell lies.
The Lord detests murderers and deceivers.....
But let all who take refuge in you rejoice,
let them sing with joyful praises forever,
Protect them, so all who love your name may be filled with joy.
For you bless the godly, O Lord,
surrounding them with your shield of love.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Monday, February 10, 2014
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! Cool air and bright sunshine are the start to a beautiful day. Daryl told me yesterday that another cold wave is coming through in TN and they are expecting snow again. I was watching the weather channel a while ago, and the reporter in Atla. said that stores were running out of salt and Ice Melt. They got caught two weeks ago, totally unprepared for the ice on the highway, so people are stocking up this time!
Well, we certainly don't have to worry about that here! I wish I had leaf melt! My yard guys were just here, blowing off the leaves and piling them up in the driveway, then they bagged them and put them in the dumpster. Only problem is, the garbage has already been picked up, so the container will sit in the driveway until Thurs. when another pick up is scheduled. But I am very grateful that they raked up the leaves!
I saw lots of water fowl around Lynch Lake on my way to church yesterday. Woodstorks, anhingas, Muscovy ducks and ibis, also, a few seagulls. The Lake has been declared a park by the city now, which means it gets taken care of by the Parks dept.
After church, I drove to Sawgrass, and saw lots of cars and people out enjoying the warm weather. A black turtle was plastered on the bank of the weir, and a droopy anhinga was perched on the weir itself. I saw a woman with her small dog on a leash watching it sniff around the large brown gopher tortoise. All the turtle has to do is withdraw himself into his house and he feels safe from dogs and other curious creatures. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 1
Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked,
or stand around with sinners, or join with scoffers.
But they delight in doing everything the Lord wants.
Day and night they think about his law.
They are like trees planted along the riverbank,
bearing fresh fruit each season without fail.
Their leaves never wither,
and in all they do, they prosper.
But this is not true of the wicked.
They are like worthless chaff, scattered like the wind.
They will be condemned at the time of judgment.
Sinners will have no place among the godly.
For the Lord watches over the path of the godly,
but the path of the wicked leads to destruction.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Well, we certainly don't have to worry about that here! I wish I had leaf melt! My yard guys were just here, blowing off the leaves and piling them up in the driveway, then they bagged them and put them in the dumpster. Only problem is, the garbage has already been picked up, so the container will sit in the driveway until Thurs. when another pick up is scheduled. But I am very grateful that they raked up the leaves!
I saw lots of water fowl around Lynch Lake on my way to church yesterday. Woodstorks, anhingas, Muscovy ducks and ibis, also, a few seagulls. The Lake has been declared a park by the city now, which means it gets taken care of by the Parks dept.
After church, I drove to Sawgrass, and saw lots of cars and people out enjoying the warm weather. A black turtle was plastered on the bank of the weir, and a droopy anhinga was perched on the weir itself. I saw a woman with her small dog on a leash watching it sniff around the large brown gopher tortoise. All the turtle has to do is withdraw himself into his house and he feels safe from dogs and other curious creatures. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 1
Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked,
or stand around with sinners, or join with scoffers.
But they delight in doing everything the Lord wants.
Day and night they think about his law.
They are like trees planted along the riverbank,
bearing fresh fruit each season without fail.
Their leaves never wither,
and in all they do, they prosper.
But this is not true of the wicked.
They are like worthless chaff, scattered like the wind.
They will be condemned at the time of judgment.
Sinners will have no place among the godly.
For the Lord watches over the path of the godly,
but the path of the wicked leads to destruction.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving,
joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Friday, February 7, 2014
Psoaring thru Psalms
Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! Sure enough, a cold front came through yesterday and today it is overcast and sprinkly and the temp. was about 59 when I rolled out of bed. I had thought about taking my warmer blanket off the bed a couple days ago, but am glad I didn't! I pulled it up last night and was warm and cozy.
I saw an unusual sight while coming home yesterday...a large plane emerged from the overcast clouds and was trailing a short contrail. It was very low and probably heading for a landing at the Clearwater airport. I had just come from the Park and looked up while waiting for the light to change.
Speaking of the park, there is what looks like a dredge moored alongside the bank, right by the first bridge, and it has four big pilings plugged in. I called my friend, David, who is a Ranger, but have not heard back from him yet. They are constantly working on something at that Park. Improvements, I hope! But, God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 84:10-13
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
I saw an unusual sight while coming home yesterday...a large plane emerged from the overcast clouds and was trailing a short contrail. It was very low and probably heading for a landing at the Clearwater airport. I had just come from the Park and looked up while waiting for the light to change.
Speaking of the park, there is what looks like a dredge moored alongside the bank, right by the first bridge, and it has four big pilings plugged in. I called my friend, David, who is a Ranger, but have not heard back from him yet. They are constantly working on something at that Park. Improvements, I hope! But, God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 84:10-13
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, February 5, 2014
Paul's Final Advice
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! Today is a lot like yesterday in temp. but rain is predicted for later this afternoon. And, of course, the front porch which was blown clean Monday is now full of leaves again! I have noticed, though, everywhere I go, that streets, gutters and yards are full of fallen leaves, so everyone has the same problem. This just happens to be leaf falling time! But, soon, the new green buds of spring will appear and then the seeds will fall. Sigh.
Well, my birthday balloons are running out of gas. I have had them on the hearth, floating proudly above the mantle, but now two of them are drooping all the way down to the floor. Seems like last year, the balloons Mari got for me lasted a lot longer, but maybe I am just not remembering too well. Since they are tethered together, I will just let them droop for awhile. Ah, memories! Such good times and good friends!
I drove through the park yesterday, and saw quite a few cars, but not many people, so guess they were out on the boardwalk. The big, brown gopher tortoise was almost hidden in some shrubs but no one was around him. It was a really warm afternoon, so folks were out enjoying it, while snow was falling across the northeast part of the country. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
1 John 5:12-19
Brothers and sister, honor those who are your leaders
in the Lord's work. They work hard among you and warn you
against all that is wrong. Think highly of them and give them
your wholehearted love because of their work. And remember tp
live peaceably with each other.
Brothers and sisters, we urge you to warn those who are lazy.
Encourage those who are timid. Take tender care of those who
are weak. Be patient with everyone.
See that no one pays back evil for evil, but always try to do good
to each other and to everyone else.
Always be joyful. Keep on praying. No matter what happens, always
be thankful for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ
Jesus.
So not stifle the Holy Spirit. Do not scoff at prophecies, but test
everything that is said. Hold on to what is good. Keep away
from every kind of evil.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with
thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Well, my birthday balloons are running out of gas. I have had them on the hearth, floating proudly above the mantle, but now two of them are drooping all the way down to the floor. Seems like last year, the balloons Mari got for me lasted a lot longer, but maybe I am just not remembering too well. Since they are tethered together, I will just let them droop for awhile. Ah, memories! Such good times and good friends!
I drove through the park yesterday, and saw quite a few cars, but not many people, so guess they were out on the boardwalk. The big, brown gopher tortoise was almost hidden in some shrubs but no one was around him. It was a really warm afternoon, so folks were out enjoying it, while snow was falling across the northeast part of the country. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
1 John 5:12-19
Brothers and sister, honor those who are your leaders
in the Lord's work. They work hard among you and warn you
against all that is wrong. Think highly of them and give them
your wholehearted love because of their work. And remember tp
live peaceably with each other.
Brothers and sisters, we urge you to warn those who are lazy.
Encourage those who are timid. Take tender care of those who
are weak. Be patient with everyone.
See that no one pays back evil for evil, but always try to do good
to each other and to everyone else.
Always be joyful. Keep on praying. No matter what happens, always
be thankful for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ
Jesus.
So not stifle the Holy Spirit. Do not scoff at prophecies, but test
everything that is said. Hold on to what is good. Keep away
from every kind of evil.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with
thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
God's Love
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 fog has burned off around here and now the sun is shining warm and bright! Funny thing about fog. I have noticed how quiet all the sounds are when the thick fog mutes all outside noises...traffic is quiet, and there just seems to be a hush over everything. But then the sun shines and everything pick up again!
I really tired myself out yesterday, by making a trip to Publix and buying a lot of stuff I was out of. Sitting around during the rainy days was not a favor to myself. I should have kept moving even in the house! But the one thing that made it not a pleasure, was the deli section. I wish people were more considerate. I could not get in because of the carts blocking the aisle. It's not that there were so many people, but they had parked their carts so that they were effectively keeping people out. I am not bold enough to excuse myself and barge in. Sigh.
After filling my van with the goods, I went on to the park and saw a lot fewer people than the day before. I think because school was still in session and more people at work, made the park less crowded. The water is up in the canal because of the rain, and I saw a flock of ibis contentedly pecking along the berm. It was a beautiful day! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Ephesians 3:14-21
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
everything in 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
I really tired myself out yesterday, by making a trip to Publix and buying a lot of stuff I was out of. Sitting around during the rainy days was not a favor to myself. I should have kept moving even in the house! But the one thing that made it not a pleasure, was the deli section. I wish people were more considerate. I could not get in because of the carts blocking the aisle. It's not that there were so many people, but they had parked their carts so that they were effectively keeping people out. I am not bold enough to excuse myself and barge in. Sigh.
After filling my van with the goods, I went on to the park and saw a lot fewer people than the day before. I think because school was still in session and more people at work, made the park less crowded. The water is up in the canal because of the rain, and I saw a flock of ibis contentedly pecking along the berm. It was a beautiful day! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Ephesians 3:14-21
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
everything in 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
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