Daniel 3, 4- "the fiery Furnace and the Dream"
Daniel 3, "Saved from the fiery furnace"
Nebuchadnezzar made an entire statue of gold, representing his reign and authority lasting forever. If anyone refused to worship the image, it was considered not only a religious offense but treason. It was proclaimed that when the people heard the sound of the horn, flute, harp, and lyre, in symphony with all kinds of music, all the people, nations, and languages fell and worshiped the gold image.
It began in a manger
These words by Max Lucado, are so perfect for us to have and reflect on today on Christmas Day. "It could have begun anywhere, the story of the king. But, curiously, it began in a manger.The noise and the bustle began earlier than usual in the village. As night gave way to dawn, people were already on the streets. Vendors were positioning themselves on the corners of the most heavily traveled avenues. Store owners were unlocking the doors to their shops. Children were awakened by the excited barking of the street dogs and the complaints of donkeys pulling carts.The owner of the inn had awakened earlier than most in the town.
The Cradle that led to the Cross
These words by Max Lucado, are so perfect for us to have and reflect on today on Christmas Day. "It could have begun anywhere, the story of the king. But, curiously, it began in a manger.The noise and the bustle began earlier than usual in the village. As night gave way to dawn, people were already on the streets. Vendors were positioning themselves on the corners of the most heavily traveled avenues. Store owners were unlocking the doors to their shops. Children were awakened by the excited barking of the street dogs and the complaints of donkeys pulling carts.The owner of the inn had awakened earlier than most in the town.
Sweet finds
New year, new projects, new goals and new lessons! I guess I will never tire of learning and watching others share their talents!! It makes it so easy to watch as more and more people are sharing with utube videos or classes. I had tried to get a few backgrounds ready for a new project this weekend and already had the canvas pretty well covered. Earlier in the week, as I occasionally do, I go through my clutter stacks and put them somewhere else, trying to organize..
I cast my mind to Calvary and transfix my gaze on Him
Early on in the election process, I was truly amazed at the information that would be on the news. Any one story would have been major news at any other time with any other people, but as the time has drawn closer to the actual election, all bets are off. Too many things to mention…. Have made me numb to our country as we once knew it. If we only got information through social media, we would be filled with hate and condemnation for anyone who happens to think differently than we do.