Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL.
For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever and ever. Amen †
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Thank you WP
I believe every Believer is in some degree made a teacher, by the fact that we are given the word of God to bring to other people. The things in which God has had pity on us, and forgiven us, and healed us, and has now caused us to go upright; that we can now “pay it forward” to others who might also need the same as we did when God helped us. What we have learned, what we have been taught, how we expect the Lord to be towards us; this is the love of Christ perfected when we do the same to those in need, when its in the power of our hand to do it.
Matthew 5:17-20 “Think not (do not suppose) that I am come to destroy (abolish) the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfill. For verily I say to you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven. For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven.”
The “righteousness of the Pharisees” was all show, and no cleanness within. In order to succeed and advance in Rabbinic Judaism, you didn’t have to be a man after God’s own heart like David, or JESUS! but someone steeped in the writings of the Rabbis, and put on the perfect outward performance, that people could recognize you as a “holy man.”
Jeremiah 23:28 “The prophet that has a dream, let him tell a dream; and he that has My word, let him speak My word faithfully. What is the chaff to the wheat? saith the LORD.”
“The “righteousness of the Pharisees” was all show, and no cleanness within. In order to succeed and advance in Rabbinic Judaism, you didn’t have to be a man after God’s own heart like David, or JESUS!” Hmmm, Again, and in my view, unnecessarily so, we see this tendency in Christian thinking to “demonize” the Jewish authorities of the time. To be sure, there were, are and will be many “successful”, even admired people who are anything but. However to propagate a broad brush “they were all bad/evil” falsehood (not to single you out Michael – we all tend to do it) is not what we need in order to accomplish the Creators will. The period in question is known as the age of the sages, with many, many brilliant, humble minds who very often paid the ultimate sacrifice in the service of our Creator. Here is a summary of just a few, each with huge contributions to our understandings. https://www.jewfaq.org/sages
THe fact Jesus only condemned the religious leaders pretty much ends the debate in truth. Now, you may continue if you wish but it is the heart of man that our lord inhabits and desires not gold or silver, not sacrifices or tapestry. Those are given freely to exalt our lord if not they are stubble burned. The gift is given value by the giver, not so with the religious. Judas silver pieces were rot in his hand, delivered by the Jewish leaders. (I cannot imagine his distress after walking with Jesus)
Now, are there believers in the religious faith? Of course, one of the leaders in Jesus time referenced Jesus and how he must be crucified to fulfill the prophecy for the greatest good. Paul also explained how all his “religious” posturing was a deficit not worthy of any recognition, only his faith. It was when he knew our lord that his Damascus experience gave him clarity.
And when you release this physical, and commit to spiritual understanding you cannot help but see religion and it’s faults. It has a purpose but not for a resting place, a stepping stone.
The rulers of the Jews condemned themselves by their arrogance and unbelief, according to Jesus. They only ever came to see John the Baptist and the Lord Jesus, as to sit in judgment; with no need for repentance. And then when they saw the sinners among the people repenting and turning from their sins, they still would not glorify God; but thought they were being bewitched and going into a cult: which was any departure from their own control.
The “brilliant minds” you speak of, are the ones who rejected and killed Jesus, and usurped the house of Israel for themselves; and they are running it to this day.
There were however, after the day of Pentecost, a good number who became Christians; but they had difficulty understanding, that Jesus was superior to Moses, and that the Gentiles were not obliged to become Judeaized in order to be saved.
The Epistle to the Hebrews was written especially for the Hebrew Believers, who were losing the fire of their first faith in Christ, and drifting back into the Jewish religion. Luke wrote his Gospel Narrative and the Acts of the Apostles, for the high priest at the time, Theophilus, the brother of Jonathan, son of Caiaphas; for completing the Testimony of God, which was to be kept by the priests.
The history of Jew/Gentile relations over the centuries ever since, is multifaceted and complex; and there are many things which the Gentiles have not understood; just as there are many things that the Jews have refused to accept about Christ, and their own condition with God, and the curse of the broken Covenant.
1 Corinthians 1:20-21 “Where is the wise? where is the scribe? where is the disputer of this world? has not God made foolish the wisdom of this world? For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe.”
The cross of Christ is a stumblingblock to the Gentiles, becasue they see foolishness and weakness; and the Jews do not believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. So it has been, all the time that Israel has been scattered among the nations, that they have not connected it with the law of Moses, and the curses of the broken Covenant, as having to do with Christ’s blood on their hands, (Matthew 27:25 “Then answered all the people, and said, His blood be on us, and on our children.); and the gentiles who have held on still to the spirit of their ancestors, which followed Nimrod; have formed another kind of church after their own liking; not after the model of the apostles and Christ; and have consequently also held on to the ancient “anti LORD God of Shem” out of which Babel was born. So they persecute the Jews, because that’s what’s in their nature, until they are converted and receive the Holy Spirit. The real Spirit filled and Spirit led Christian loves the Jews as unsaved family members; and bears patiently their hatred and hostility, in faith that one day the Lord may open their eyes at His coming.
Oh, and just to make sure my words aren’t misconstrued; it was the Gentiles who had the authority, and went ahead and gave sentence that Jesus should be condemned. It was Gentiles who scourged Him and crucified Him. And it was the same Gentiles who persecute the Jews, that persecute the true Christian martyrs, by far more than the Jews have. So no one has a right to put forth his finger to accuse anyone else!
The Blessing of Abraham and his seed is still in effect; with respect to how God judges the attitudes of the world towards His people. Whatever is their quarrel and controversy, and trouble they’re having with God and His Son; that’s between them and God. It does not give ANYONE the right to vent their hatred of the Jews, under the pretext of, their present condition with regards to Jesus. It was on account of their fall, that the Gospel was sent to the nations; so that you should have mercy on their unbelief, just as God has had pity on you!
You who are wild by nature, have been grafted into Christ by faith; and God is very well able, when the time comes, to graft in His own natural branches to their own tree. “Be not high minded, but fear:” for if He spared not the natural branches, take heed that He spare not to cut you off as well, if you also return from following Him.
Amen
Hi read John 10 Jesus lays his life down no body takes it if His own would have believed the millennial kingdom would have started then The book of Hebrews showed the persecution of messianic believers losing everything remember they were living in villages with their own who in Isaiah6:8-12God explained the master plan .After Pentecost/Shavuot The messianic church was born not until acts 10 whenPeter had his vision the gentiles came in I love the treehouse and hanging but I have to go inow and share the gospel with my Jewish neighbors here in Aventura. every day they tell me I am not Jewish and yet I am more now being restored in the olive tree and my Christian brothers are grafted in we are all one in Messiah Romans 11 shalom shalom Perfect Peace
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So precious.🤗
An aurora took over the skies of southern Maine early on Friday, shifting between hues of green and blue. The stunning timelapse video captures the northern lights dancing above Sebago Lake.
https://rumble.com/v2emyti-timelapse-video-captures-northern-lights-shimmering-above-maines-sebago-lak.html
Natasha Owens explains why her song “Trump Won” went to No. 1
https://rumble.com/v2eo09a-natasha-owens-explains-why-her-song-trump-won-went-to-no.-1.html
Listen: “Trump Won” music video by Natasha Owens
https://rumble.com/v2eo0ko-listen-trump-won-music-video-by-natasha-owens.html
She wasn’t the first to musically acknowledge it… this one from just after the election results were announced
“It Ain’t Me Babe” Bob Dylan.
“It Ain’t Me Babe” covered by The Turtles. Dreamy version.
oops. Not sure what happened.
a long-time favorite
Good morning dear Bet! A month or so ago I was at my mom’s and caught her male cat peeing on my windshield. He is a real sweet kitty and my guess was that he smelled my cats. They like to sleep on top of the cars and trucks. ❤️😍
Glorious Sunday, dearest brother😘 Our male intact feral loves the tops of our cars. They can see their kingdoms from there.
Hope the scent didn’t creep into the inside side of your auto. It is awfully pungent. But a (cat) guy does what he does.
Greeting today? Thinking of S quite a bit, knowing he was unwell, and hoping, praying he is better. Next time you “speak” to him, please pass on my love…and be sure to take some for yourself.😉💕
Little ‘Tink has decidedly claimed my shoulder as her go-to sleeping perch. Last night, just as I was going to sleep—thump !—this tiny little form landed first on the bed and then—thump!—climbed onto my shoulder. And there she stayed until the alarm went off this morning. Although she’s a fully mature kitty now, she’s also still quite small and so having use my shoulder as a sleeping perch isn’t a problem. Now, even when I get up in the night, little ‘Tink politely waits until I come back to bed and the—thump!—she happily climbs back on her perch. Good kitty!
Oh my gosh, Garrison!!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Very good kitty!!
Haven’t heard from him in a few days but will do. He also checks the OT so he may get your message. 😁
Hoping so💕
“Nature’s Miracle “works wonders or “BioKleen.”
Thanks, Linda! It was the windshield so it washed off really easy. 🙂
Cats like to be on high places; cars, counters, curtains . . .! 🙂
All of the above are cat truisms. They rule. We are the peasants.🐾🐾🐾🐾
We know our place all right, Lorrie😂
The cat bottom left had me in stitches😂😂😂
Have wonderful and blessed Sunday, Treeper friends. Our Lord in a good Sheppard. He looks after us and loves just as we are. He knows we are imperfect, and when we fail Him he is ready to forgive if we simply ask His forgiveness. He is our Savior and, as such, his hand is always extended for us to grasp. His Love for us is endless. Just as our love for Him should be endless.
Hi Garrison. Your words reminded me of this hymn, so thought I’d add it. Hope you don’t mind.
Mind? Dude, this is the Treehouse Church benediction! Of course your selection is welcome. Blessings be upon you, friend.
Hi, Cindy. There are some very complete “cut and paste or click and paste” tutorials on the ‘net. Check them out and you should be ready to post new stuff to the Treehouse site. If that doesn’t work for you, let me know and I’ll write some step-by=step instructions. This is real easy, btw. 🙂
A very bless-ed. Sunday to you, dear Garrison. Saw this…
And heard this…
And thought of you🙏🏻💕
Bet, I wonder if the bride rocks when walking on it. Would be fun…😁
Another busy Sunday ahead. Leaving in a few for a greeting duty. At the presentation last week by the combat medic, the head of security of another church mentioned that while we can’t use “security” if not licensed, using safety is perfectly fine.
So heading out for greeting and safety duty. Have 2 grands at home this morning, Nipper and his 10 yo cousin. Miss V decided at the last moment that she wanted her mommy and daddy so she stayed with them. They’ll be joining us for church, though.
Have a blessed Sunday, dear sister. ❤️
Asked above about greeting duties. And yes, safety these days is sadly essential.
I remember a talk decades ago given to our ladies’ group by a San Antonio police officer because there was an attacker loose. In short, his message was if we needed to shoot, do so. But if the perp managed to make it outside, before phoning the police, be sure to drag him back inside. They got it…
So glad you have Nipper plus one. Happier still Miss V has recovered from her worrying illness. I’m guessing all y’all finished off the pancakes? Blessed be your day, dear friend. Hugs to all💕
Forgot to say but felt compelled to, make those memories with your young crew, G. Dig a hole very deep within you and keep them there, G💕
Yesterday our three nearest brought the Mags over as we are granddog sitting for the weekend. They were on their way with friends to the zoo. They had to take the always under construction 35 into Fort Worth, a tangled, confusing, fast moving tapestry of roads and exits. Last year at this time, they were only beginning to learn to drive.
As I waved them off, one of the twin lads driving, I couldn’t help but remember when they were so little, they’d all fit in the bath tub together, filled to the top with bubbles (of course) and would be entertained until the water went cold. Then all three on our bed, eating lunch and watching the Disney movies of old.
Now? The size of them! Two 6 footers and their sister taller than I am (wouldn’t take much). Time passes too quickly. No pause button…wish there were…sigh…
Surreptitious kisses for your lot from Auntie Bet😉
I’m keeping that memory bank full, Bet.
Miss V isn’t quite back to normal. She threw up this morning so only daddy came to church with us.
Takes her much longer to recover from something like this. 😘
I am dreadfully sorry to hear this, G. Oh dear….God bless and heal this precious child. Hear my prayer🙏🏻💕
Mornin’ Bet. Sometimes I think I am photos like that. I’ve always valued personal autonomy and solace. I’m only learning now, as old as I am, that ideation can only go so far . . . and then you understand that solace is actually a very short step away from alone. Just got back from breakfast with two of my closest friends from school. It was wonderful seeing them both and, of course, was a good reminder that, even if separated by distance, best friends can be forever. And, of course, Stromness is perfection. Thanks, love. 🙂
It does my heart so much good to read of your breakfast with friends. And I completely understand that gossamer thin difference between what I’d call solitude and loneliness, as I think of it.
I am comfortable with solitude. But there are moments within it that I can feel lonely, or alone if you prefer. And those moments can be overwhelming for me. I have to work through them, let them run their course.
I have found also that one can feel alone even if one is amongst people, a few or a crowd. Ah well…
I thought you’d enjoy the Maxwell Davies work. It is one of his gentler ones. Here is his biography.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Maxwell_Davies
The following is the first piece of his I ever heard. And like the setting of this performance of “Orkney Wedding, With Sunrise”, I heard it first at one of the BBC Proms (Sir Andrew Davies conducting).
In this link I’m leaving with you, Sir Peter explains at the beinning the story of the wedding he imagines in the Orkney Islands; and I was glad to find this. Because once he sets the scene, the music makes sense and is exceedingly joyful. I was captivated immediately, especially as the audience was so appreciative. Rousing and quite fun.🤗
PS…I posted the link to “Orkney Wedding, With Sunrise” before I listened to it again .
I’d forgotten how much it made me smile and at the end filled me with joy. I hope it does for you as well, dear friend. Scottish through and through, and some outstanding playing.
Morning Garrison! I have a couple of old friends that I always visit with when I happen to go to the old country.
Morning Gramps. Yep. It sure pays to stay in touch. This morning we picked up right where we ‘d left off . . . 🙂
those all-purpose general stores down in rural Lousianna
In Song for Sharon, off Hejira, Joni Mitchell described her visit to a fortune teller:
There’s a gypsy down on Bleecker Street
I went in to see her as a kind of joke
And she lit a candle for my love luck
And eighteen bucks went up in smoke
Have seen some pickled mechanics across the years.
Saw a similar sign, rural south Georgia, including, Human Hair.
Love it!
We’ve great friend, a native of rural Louisiana all his life.
Really enjoy the stories and hearing about his unique lifestyle..
(He’s also Vietnam war veteran…God bless him)
Sign reminds me of nostalgic photo I snapped last fall on trip to FL.
Anyone want to guess what this contraption is! 😅😅
And “collect calls” – that was a joke…
Now that’s scary.
A black cat and the easy button?
I’m not so sure about this one…especially since Rocketman is sitting behind that kitty, ignoring him.
Now all you need to do is take a laser light and play it on the button! 🙂
The Easy Button 😄😄😄
Hmmm. What could possibly go wrong?
Good morning nim.
GO TO DARK GESTHEMENE
Jesus came with them to a place called Gethsemane, and said to his disciples, “Sit here, while I go there and pray.” He took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and began to be sorrowful and severely troubled. Then he said to them, “My soul is exceedingly sorrowful, even to death. Stay here and watch with me.”
He went forward a little, fell on his face, and prayed, saying, “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass away from me; nevertheless, not what I desire, but what you desire.”
He came to the disciples and found them sleeping, and said to Peter, “What, couldn’t you watch with me for one hour? Watch and pray, that you don’t enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
Again, a second time he went away and prayed, saying, “My Father, if this cup can’t pass away from me unless I drink it, your desire be done.”
He came again and found them sleeping, for their eyes were heavy. He left them again, went away, and prayed a third time, saying the same words. Then he came to his disciples and said to them, “Are you still sleeping and resting? Behold, the hour is at hand, and the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. Arise, let’s be going. Behold, he who betrays me is at hand.”
While he was still speaking, behold, Judas, one of the twelve, came, and with him a great multitude with swords and clubs, from the chief priests and elders of the people. Now he who betrayed him had given them a sign, saying, “Whoever I kiss, he is the one. Seize him.” Immediately he came to Jesus, and said, “Greetings, Rabbi!” and kissed him.
Jesus said to him, “Friend, why are you here?”
Then they came and laid hands on Jesus, and took him. Behold, one of those who were with Jesus stretched out his hand and drew his sword, and struck the servant of the high priest, and cut off his ear.
Then Jesus said to him, “Put your sword back into its place, for all those who take the sword will die by the sword. Or do you think that I couldn’t ask my Father, and he would even now send me more than twelve legions of angels? How then would the Scriptures be fulfilled that it must be so?”
In that hour Jesus said to the multitudes, “Have you come out as against a robber with swords and clubs to seize me? I sat daily in the temple teaching, and you didn’t arrest me. But all this has happened that the Scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled.”
Then all the disciples left him and fled.
— Matthew 26:36-56
1. Go to dark Gethsemane,
You who feel the tempter’s pow’r;
Your Redeemer’s conflict see;
Watch with Him one bitter hour;
Turn not from His griefs away;
Learn from Jesus Christ to pray.
2, Follow to the judgment hall;
View the Lord of life arraigned;
O the worm-wood and the gall!
O the pangs His soul sustained!
Shun not suff’ring, shame, or loss;
Learn from Him to bear the cross.
3. Calv’ry’s mournful mountain climb
There adoring at His feet,
Mark the miracle of time,
God’s own sacrifice complete:
“It is finished!” Hear the cry;
Learn from Jesus Christ to die.
4. Early hasten to the tomb
Where they laid his breathless clay;
All is solitude and gloom;
Who hath taken Him away?
Christ is ris’n! He meets our eyes:
Savior, teach us so to rise.
Thank you once again 1530; nothing better to explain the teaching than the Scriptures themselves.
You’re welcome, Michael. Hope your Sunday is a good one.
Thanks, so far pretty good. You too!
Hey 1530,
I was just starting to listen to this Derek Prince teaching series on the Epistle to the Hebrews, and I thought you might be interested. Its a series of twelve teaching/talks. The first one is an Introduction, which I’m listening to now. The first half of it is mostly a longer explanation of how he is going to approach the study, and a little background of the history; but as he gets going into the Scriptures, I think its really good.
Anyway, I hope you enjoy it. When you open it in YouTube, there’ll be up on the right, the whole list of the lessons.
Have fun! The Lord bless you.
Derek Prince: Gods Last Word (1101) Introduction to the studies on the epistle to the Hebrews
Thanks, Michael.
There is a commonly held view, that its the fault of good people “doing nothing” that evil people are free to do evil. Yet no one honestly considers, that you can’t make anyone believe or do anything, but yourself. The real Christian is doing everything to make the world good and kind and righteous for all: because that’s what his life is, following Jesus, and loving one another as He has loved us. Is there really an honest person among us, who can say, that resisting temptations and keeping one’s self pure, is easy? Or that taking the narrow way, the restricted and rubbed and traumatic way of dying to self, and taking up the cross daily, and bearing up under the calumny of the proud, is doing nothing to stop the progression of evil?
Those same ones also seem to have no problem speaking against God, and saying, Why does He allow so much evil in the world? God never allows evil; all His Bible is a witness that He hates evil, and has commanded us to NOT be wicked and NOT do evil towards one another. He has provided everything conceivable for us to know and understand and do right. MEN are the ones who allow the evil, and love sin more than God. MEN are the ones who try to put the blame on everyone else but where it belongs; on one’s own unwillingness for Jesus to rule over him.
The true Christian loves out of a pure heart and a good conscience, and walks in his integrity, in the light; for the very purpose of God manifesting his ways; that there be no evil way in him. The Christian knows that nothing wicked shall dwell with God, and nothing unclean or unfit for His Presence. The true Christian is the one really doing everything to make this world better for everyone.
The part that most stumble at, however, is the cross; and the part of the doctrine of Christ, that we are to be meek and lowly of heart like Him. To the carnal and the heathen mind, the cross represents weakness and foolishness and failure; because all their heart’s treasure is laid up in this world; and they see nothing real or worth believing in beyond this life.
Another wicked and false accusation that they like to hurl, is that we would be willing for others to give their lives and die, while the “pacifists” stay piously at home. That is a lie, and straight from the mouth of the devil. No real Christian wants ANYONE to be in that situation; and we do not want to sit at home safe reading our Bibles, while others sacrifice and die. What we want is for people to humble themselves and get right with God, if there’s any chance He would turn away His fierce wrath. We pray that there be no evil happen to anyone, not even our enemies; but that all might be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth.
But just as there were multitudes who did not believe in Jesus when He was here, and did not obey God’s commandments of being honorable and subordinate to the powers he has ordained; so it is today, that mnay will not hear His voice, and will be carried away in the deception, to their own doom.
Jesus said,
“Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.”
“You have heard that it has been said, Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth: but I say to you, that you resist not the evil: but whosoever shall smite you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also. And if any man will sue you at the law, and take away ypur coat, let him have your cloak also. And whosoever shall compel you to go a mile, go with him two. Give to him that asks you, and from him that would borrow from you turn not away. You have heard that it has been said, You shall love your neighbor, and hate your enemy. But I say to you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; that you may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he makes his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust. For if you love them only who love you, what reward have you? do not even the tax-gatherers the same? And if you show honor and respect to your brethren only, what do you extraordinary? don’t also the tax-gatherers thus? You therefore be perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.”
If we love Him, we will keep His commandments; and the Father will love us; and the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit will come and take up their abode in us. But God is not with those who rebel against His commandments, and will not listen to those whom He sends to speak to them.
I believe that God has provided exceeding abundantly above all that we could ask or think, to save this country, to save all this people, for the sake of His righteous who are here. He has provided a man to stand up and take the lead. He has answered the prayers of the saints to expose all the evil, and make all their designs fail. But God is not going to finish it until He sees humility and obedience and repentance. Most would love to have things peaceful and law-abiding and quiet; but they are not willing that Jesus should rule over them, in order to make that happen. They want all the good and the blessing without the obedience and subjection of love and a holy life.
So we will see what happens. Last time, evidently, there was a break down spiritually; and God did not see the repentance and humility and sorrow for sin that was fitting. If He still doesn’t see it; and people still think they can do it without obeying His express commandments; then He will let the devil go; because His people let the devil go!
Fred Astaire Cuts Loose: 1970 Oscars
Not too bad for a 71 year old
That’s fantastic. Always loved watching him dance.
26 March 2015 John Renbourn, British jazz and folk guitarist and songwriter (Pentangle), dies of a heart attack at 70
26 March 2005 Paul Hester, Australian drummer (Split Enz and Crowded House) (b. 1959)
26 March 2002 (Randolpho) Randy Castillo, American rock and mariachi drummer (Ozzy Osbourne; Mötley Crüe; Azul), dies of cancer at 51
26 March 1980 Jon-Jon Poulos, American drummer (Buckinghams), dies at 32
Kind Of A Drag
Don’t You Care
My adrenaline reserve has now crashed after that wonderful rally…and it got me to thinking about what is going on in France…they always have had problems with self appointed elitists…going way back. It was telling that Macron removed is expensive timepiece with his hands under the table..
.https://citizenfreepress.com/breaking/macron-makes-80000-watch-disappear-in-middle-of-live-interview/
Was meditating on Ben Franklin and how he spent a lot of time there…wondering about the old political ‘clubs’ and the results…as they applied to the French Revolution, and Robespierre (things did not work out well for him).
I did find this though…The Jacobin’s motto was “Live Free or Die”. https://www.ducksters.com/history/french_revolution/jacobins.php
History is being rewritten and hard to figure what is true on a topic I know little about (French Revolution)…words in America have slightly different meanings in other countries…contemplating leadership styles and leaders, well loved and respected leaders (of which there are truly few)…I think one man has entered a very dangerous chapter of his campaign and pray for his safety and that of his family.
Good night Treepers!
I am with you on this, Aggiegirl.
I’ll add that I believe we have entered that very dangerous chapter of our history with him. President Trump is not walking that road alone. Though he is certainly the moving target who precedes us, the troops he has amassed are his army to lead. He has not flinched in doing so.
We all pray for Almighty God’s protection for him and his family. Amen.
I am struggling with a sense of unease, one that is worse than when I was driving home from Florida in January of 2020. I do a lot of critical thinking…’if this then what’….
You aren’t on your own, my friend. Waiting for the other shoe to drop. As for critical thinking? I do the same. I call it looking around corners, at least as far as I can. Distinct unease.
Just have to live day by day, being grateful for each one.
That’s my approach. Angels can do no more.
I believe you are correct in your assessment, Aggiegirl. It’s like a feeling in the air. And I do believe Trump is correct when he said this is the final battle for America. Collective prayer for his safety and the restoration of our nation is greatly called for as we travel this perilous path.
I like your phrase, ‘It’s like a feeling in the air’… it is like electricity, and as a whole, together we could likely amass enough of it to power this country for years to come…perhaps there is a way to harness it. Calling all geniuses!
Rusted and Parichute….I get mouthy a lot as my children have Founding Father DNA coursing thru their bodies. So to us, it has deeper meaning.
But yes, there is something in the air…
Trump looks to have lost weight, and he had his usual spunk, but there was something deeper, more serious or different in his demeanor and delivery.
Yes!
it’s warm
Years ago, my golden retriever used to put her nose/snout under my right forearm/mouse clicking arm…
She would then flip her head upwards, thereby removing my hand from said mouse! As if to say, “enough of that”.
Good morning Treepers
Gracious Sunday morning, dear Joe. Blessings always to you and your beloved wife, my friend.🙏🏻💕
Good morning, Bet. Did some spring cleaning yesterday around parts of the house. Even raked some of the leaves in the front yard and off the driveway. 2 piles of leaves left to bag up and set by the curb for pick-up. Chores that I’ve put off for too long.
You have a blessed Sunday.
I’ve got a few of those chores to do myself. The hardest part of doing them is deciding to do them. Well done!
Looking last night at rah’s Bastardi forecasted potential storm areas coming up which seem to be on the edge of where you are. If you didn’t revisit this thread last night, you might want to. Seems we’re in for an active season.😘
Its 6:30 pm here, we had a thunderstorm and heavy rain/hail in Chicago SW ‘burbs. Too cold for us, for a tornado but the sky was dark!
Darkening skies are certainly ominous. The ones we see and the ones we feel.
Have only flown over such terrain.
Wish I could smell…………….this view.
Fabulous pic.
I went on a lot of day hikes when I lived in this area. Saw a Mojave rattlesnake while on an early morning hike. Carry lots of water, enjoy the scenery when tramping through the Sonoran Desert. And be careful.
I had the pleasure of spending a week’s vacation in the Mojave Desert area and took photos of landscape I’d never seen in person before. That was about 10 years ago and only then did I realize that Purple Mountains (majestic) were real. The lyrics to the song America, the Beautiful had always been (I thought) artistic freedom. Thx Joe, another very fond memory recalled.
Stunning beauty in this picture, Joe! It has a reverent feel to it.
I lived in this town for a while. Didn’t have to drive very far when headed out to the desert. Extreme heat during the summer months; very pleasant during winter and spring.
Panned for gold in the Hassayampa River, but didn’t have much luck. Believe it or not, they get a monsoon season in late summer with heavy thunderstorms and flash flooding in the canyons and ravines.
I stepped on a cholla branch while hiking, one of the thorns went right the sole of my boot and pricked my foot.
edit: one of the thorns went right *through* the sole of my boot
Beautiful, beautiful. Scenery like that is one reason I loved living in Arizona. The majestic saguaro with their are lifted in praise.
Verse of the Day for Sunday, March 26, 2023
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“Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.”
Proverbs 16:3 (KJV)
Thank You, Jesus, for blessings received and prayers answered!!!
Blessed Sunday morning, dear duchess. I can say only say Amen and Amen. To God be the Glory.🙏🏻
BE MY VOICE
BABY LIVES MATTER
JESUS LOVES THE LITTLE CHILDREN
PRAYING ON THE ARMOR OF GOD
Father God, I now follow your command to put on the full armor of God, because my battle is not against flesh and blood but against rulers, authorities, the powers of this dark world and against spiritual forces of evil in the unseen world.
I first pray on the Belt of Truth that it may be buckled around my waist, may I be centered and encircled by your truth dear Lord. Hem me inside all that is true and right, and may I be protected and held up by the truth of your living word, in my Lord Jesus name.
I pray on the Breastplate of righteousness, please protect my vital organs and my inner man, cover my integrity, my spirit, and my soul. Guard my heart for it is the wellspring of life, please strengthen and guard the most vulnerable places in my life with that which is right, good, and noble that I might not receive a fatal blow from the enemy, in my Lord Jesus name.
I pray on the Gospel Shoes of Peace. I choose to stand in the shoes of your good news, and on the firm foundation of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, the solid eternal rock. All other ground is sinking sand, I pray that I will not slip or fall, but that my feet would be firmly fitted on your lordship, my Lord Jesus. I choose to stand on you, so that the peace of God, which transcends all understanding will guard my heart and mind in Christ Jesus, the eternal Rock of Ages. I receive your holy peace now my Lord, from the sole of my feet to the crown of my head, in my Lord Jesus name.
I pray the Shield of Faith into my hand now. As I take up the shield of faith, I ask that you might extinguish every dart and arrow, that is launched from the enemy to take me down spiritually, physically, mentally, emotionally, and every attempt of the enemy to destroy my joy. I ask that my faith in you would make it flame out. Extinguish every flaming arrow that would come against me, my life, my family, my home, or my ministry. May my faith always be out in front of me like a shield. Give me the courage to “faith my fears” by choosing to walk by faith and not by sight, in my Lord Jesus name.
I pray on the Helmet of Salvation, that you might protect my mind from the thoughts that can lead me astray. I choose to take every thought captive, and arrest all intentioned ideas and motives that would harm others, or distract me from your holy will for me. I submit every captured thought to the Lordship of my Lord Jesus Christ, and ask that you would imprison those thoughts that are not of you my Lord. Transform my mind and renew my thinking that I may think God thoughts, and have a sober mind that is focused on your glory. Please protect me from being double minded that I may allow my mind, I reject to live an earthly life, because I choose to live a holy one, governed by you My Lord Jesus, the prince of peace, please have my mind to be saturated with the holy mind of Christ, in my Lord Jesus name.
Finally, I take up the Sword of the Spirit which is the holy word of God, I pray this powerful offensive weapon into my hand, and ask that your holy word would be fitting for every encounter I face. As the enemy gets close to me, please give me the insight, wisdom, and skill to wield the word of God to drive away the enemy, in my Lord Jesus name.
May the enemy and his team flee from me, upon hearing the word of God spoken by the power and direction of the Holy Spirit. Give me the sword of the spirit to cut through the wiles of the devil, so that I may discern the schemes of the enemy when he is near.
With all kinds of prayers, supplication, and intercession I pray to you my Lord God as the one who fights my battles. Now that I’m in your holy powerful armor, I walk away covered and ready to face my day as you go before me, and please protect me in the midst of the spiritual warfare in this unseen world, in my Lord Jesus name.
Thank you my Lord, for the spiritual weapons of armor and prayer that you have given me. It is written no weapon formed against me shall prosper, and you will refute every tongue that accuses me.
Thank you Father God, my Lord Jesus and the Holy Spirit, that I am more than a conqueror in my Lord Jesus. I pray all of this in the mighty name of my Lord God and Savior Jesus Christ.
AMEN.
I love, love, love this prayer.🙏💕🇺🇸🙏💕
PLEASE PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER
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Mornin’ all!
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VISION BY PERSONAL PURITY
“Blessed are the pure in heart; for they shall see God.” Matt. v. 8
Purity is not innocence, it is much more. Purity is the outcome of sustained spiritual sympathy with God. We have to grow in purity. The life with God may be right and the inner purity remain unsullied, and yet every now and again the bloom on the outside may be sullied. God does not shield us from this possibility, because in this way we realize the necessity of maintaining the vision by personal purity. If the spiritual bloom of our life with God is getting impaired in the tiniest degree, we must leave off everything and get it put right. Remember that vision depends on character – THE PURE IN HEART see God.
God makes us pure by His sovereign grace, but we have something to look after, this bodily life by which we come in contact with other people and with other points of view, it is these that are apt to sully. Not only must the inner sanctuary be kept right with God, but the outer courts as well are to be brought into perfect accord with the purity God gives us by His grace. The spiritual understanding is blurred immediately the outer court is sullied. If we are going to retain personal contact with the Lord Jesus Christ, it will mean there are some things we must scorn to do or to think, some legitimate things we must scorn to touch.
A practical way of keeping personal purity unsullied in relation to other people is to say to yourself – That man, that woman, PERFECT IN CHRIST JESUS! That friend, that relative, PERFECT IN CHRIST JESUS!
Oswald Chambers
March 26th Devotional
Good Morning all. Hope you have a blessed Sunday.
The classic clash between cold coming from the NW and warm moist air from the Gulf where seas surface temps are high, is starting to manifest. All indications are this is going to be an active tornado season and we are already above average for the year so far.
It is looking like both Tornado alley and the deep south right up into Tennesse are in for more tornado breakouts like we have not seen for several years. So keep an eye on the weather folks because it sure looks like it’s going to be a stormy spring. Colder than average for us in the northern half and average or warmer for those in the southern half from Texas.
Weather models are still showing more snow coming across the northern tier with the upper states of N and S Dakota, Wyoming and Montana getting very cold temps for this time of year. The great lakes area is in for more snow and though the models show it extending over and down to NYC, Joe Bastardi doesn’t think that will happen. But New England is also liable to see another good snow.
Europe is cold and wet and is going to remain that way for a couple weeks according to the models.
Below is a link to Joe Bastardis’ Saturday Summary. The first 1:30 is music. Up to about 9:15 is Joe showing the evidence that abyssal geothermal activity is driving the warming and increase in CO2. It is pretty compelling. Then from there he goes into showing the teleconnections which are driving our weather and indications that the coming El Nino is going to come on fast and hard. If you just want the maps and longer range forecasts for the US and then Europe jump to the 14:51 mark. Total presentation is 19:57.
As always scroll down to the free video: WeatherBELL Analytics
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This will help put a smile on your face today. Humor is one of the man elixers for happy living.
thx for the forecast and the link, rah
(sound) 🙂
Perfect!
friend with small children used to say
“God made dirt, so dirt don’t hurt”
Easier clean up than this little boy.
I always did like this teaching by Joseph Prince on how the power of sin is the law, just as the Bible says
Now the sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the Commandment.
1 Corinthians 15:56
Be happy. Be kind.
With experience have learned being happy is most offensive………………to too many.
So true, Poyeema!
And nowadays, seems not many know how to smile at one another, or even look someone in the eyes.
Sadly, a lost art in American culture – esp. metro areas. Rural folks do that better. At least for now.
Moved rural after decades of only big city living.
Biggest success of my life.
Same here – after retirement…
Couldn’t pay me to go back!
Still travel to big city for doc appts, tho.
Rural, even semi-rural, folks are a sort of sub-culture. Love it💕
Yes, you can breathe without offending anyone.
Moved rural in 16, best decision ever.
Yep. Self anointed moral gate-keepers seriously don’t like happy.
And those behind the gate are isolated which is a contributing factor…too much solitude is not good. AND “they” want us in solitude and dare I use the word, ‘isolation’.
Eat meat! And drive a gas powered car.
But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled. – 1 Peter 3:14
God was going to be rid of them all, every man, woman, and child on Earth, “But Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord” (Genesis 6:8). Because of that, the Lord gave him a daunting task that only a man of faith could accomplish. Noah was to build an ark. And no one had ever even experienced rain, much less a flood!
There was no way to hide an object 350 feet long, 75 feet wide, and 45 feet high. Can you imagine the ridicule he and his family had to endure in following the Lord’s instructions?
The wickedness of man was great, and “every intention of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually” (Genesis 6:5). Through it all, Noah was faithful, and was blessed for it.
Christ Jesus faced abuse, both verbally and physically, for the words He proclaimed. He suffered pain one cannot imagine for the sins of every person on Earth, and He died on the cross. He remained faithful to God the Father, who raised Him from the dead. He now sits at the right hand of the Father in Heaven (Hebrews 1:1-3).
The apostles and the early church faced persecution because they believed in Christ as their Savior, and they proclaimed the Good News. Peter called them to be faithful. Their merciful God had caused them to be “born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead” (1 Peter 1:3), and they would live again.
There are many who suffer because of their faith today. Pray that the Lord gives them the strength to endure the trials. Then pray for the believers in government that they would persevere in their faith even in difficult situations.
https://www.presidentialprayerteam.org/daily-prayer-briefing?utm_source=daily_briefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_briefing&utm_content=daily_briefing
“Oops” – Afroman shows how to get even! – “Will You Help Me Repair My Door” (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)
https://commoncts.blogspot.com/2023/03/oops-afroman-shows-how-to-get-even-will.html
Good morning dear Treepers. Wishing a blessed day to all. Such a joy to read the scriptures, laugh at the memes, and enjoy the beauty of the pictures and music. No better way to start the day. The branches of the tree are special indeed.
if there were audio, there’d be lots of chattering
Nobody…I mean NOBODY…can beat Larsen!😂
I think this belongs here today. 😊🙏
So sweet, Rusted! The world needs more Snoopys, right!
(sidenote) I have special affection for Snoopy as my son had a stuffed one as little boy.
It went everywhere with him – till we finally had to burn it. (JK)
Blessings on you today
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Thank you Della. I too think Snoopy is special.🌸🌸
😍😍😍!!
Morning to all, God bless.
I have addressed this many times in years past here and in my private life, ‘JUDGING’.
When I became born again I realized the filth in our world and it was overwhelming to look at and hear. I was judging! I did not purpose that, it was inherent, it was involuntary. My spirit was joined with Gods and his laws were written on my heart.
We see this world judge with a rule book that they make up as they go along to advance their desires. It has no truth because it is done for selfish reasons. Gods laws are not for selfish reasons they are given to bring life and success to others and in so doing, us the church. Our place as disciples is “love they neighbor.”
So, when I heard over and over from the people in our churches and from the religious leaders my whole life, “do not judge” I had a conflict in myself. I cannot stop judging it was involuntary, as in all of us, so what was happening?
The world is a vile place and as true believers we are to judge this world and spread the truth ‘in love’. When we don’t the world judges with a crooked judgement. “You are a racist” “you are a bigot” “you hate anyone different”. So the truth is never known and many are lost.
To condemn another is different than judging and is not our place as believers, it’s Gods place but, we should never allow sin to proliferate because we have judged by Gods word. That is why our world today is in such confusion.
God is not far, he resides with us the issue is we ignore him to our own hurt and destruction. Of course a guilty person does not want to be judged but, if they are saved for eternity is it not a worthy effort? Even one is worth it.
I so identify and agree with your well-expressed words. Thank you!
Appreciate this much, Palerider.
Your last sentence is profound – I’ve thought about that many times.
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And, please bear with me … your statement reminds me of a often-told story:
One day a man was walking along the beach when he noticed a boy picking something up and gently throwing it into the ocean. Approaching the boy, he asked, “What are you doing?” The youth replied, “Throwing starfish back into the ocean. The surf is up and the tide is going out. If I don’t throw them back, they’ll die.” “Son,” the man said, “don’t you realize there are miles and miles of beach and hundreds of starfish? You can’t make a difference!”
After listening politely, the boy bent down, picked up another starfish, and threw it back into the surf. Then, smiling at the man, he said…” I made a difference for that one.”
Each life you touch for Christ matters, even if it is only one.
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One of my very VERY favourite stories, dear Della.💕
Just a short correction here folks.
I see that the media, once again, is lying about a politician.
It’s Mitch McConnell.
Mitch was NOT admitted to the ER for a fall. He went in and shocked the “medical professionals” with the worst case of Carpel Tunnel Syndrome in the history of the Republic.
After decades of stabbing his constituents in the back his elbow literally started smoking.
He is now learning to use his LEFT arm, which, seems far more appropriate anyway.
A grateful nation turns it eyes to the “medical professionals” who so adeptly guided us through the last 3 years in thanks for bringing this intrepid paragon of integrity back to where he belongs at the trough in D.C.
Smiling…
😂😂😂. Babylon Bee worthy 👍🏻
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2023/03/that-was-quick-desantis-donors-reportedly-recommending-desantis-sit-this-one-out/
At 8:15 am PDLT Sunday 3/26/23
“And Your Bird Can Sing”………….1966 John Lennon. On the Yesterday and Today album. Lots of narrative about the origin of the song, involving Frank Sinatra, Marianne Faithful, Mick Jagger, Paul McCartney and others.
No matter what, I like this early Beatles tune…….
This is what happens when liberals, druggies, and communists take over a city.
Cracker Barrel becomes latest company to flee Portland amid rising crime, retail theft (msn.com)
March 26
MORNING
The kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods … to every man according to his several ability. Matt. 2:14, 15
Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey? Rom. 6:16
All these worketh that one and the self-same Spirit, dividing to every man severally as he will. The manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal. I Cor. 12:11, 7
As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. I Pet. 4:10
It is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful. I Cor. 4:2
Unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more. Luke 12:48
Who is sufficient for these things? II Cor. 2:16
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. Phil. 4:13
EVENING
Distributing to the necessity of saints. Rom. 12:13
David said, Is there yet any that is left … of the house of Saul, that I may shew him kindness for Jonathan’s sake? II Sam. 9:1
Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: for I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me. Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me. Matt. 25:34-36, 40
Whosoever shall give to drink unto one of these little ones a cup of cold water only in the name of a disciple, verily I say unto you, he shall in no wise lose his reward. Matt. 10:42
To do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased. Heb. 13:16
God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister. Heb. 6:10
J. Bagster
https://dailylightdevotional.org/03/0326.html
Boycott Kelloggs
As the company’s employees were struggling to make ends meet during the manufactured Wuhan coronavirus (Covid-19) “pandemic,” American cereal giant Kellogg’s was busy pledging $91 million in donations to the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement that destroyed the country following the George Floyd psy-op.
A new database from the conservative Claremont Institute reveals that Kellogg’s created a “Racial Equity 2030 Global Challenge” in 2020 that received a cash injection of $90 million to “fuel innovative and actionable solutions to build a racially equitable future.”
Have been boycotting Kellogg’s for many years. Ever since I learned they were a major contributor to the Tide Foundation.
. . . but deliver us from the Evil One.
The Jesus Prayer
Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy upon me, a sinner.
The 50th Psalm
Septuagint
Prayer of Saint Ioannikios the Great of Bithynia (+ 846)
My hope is the Father, my refuge the Son, my protection the Holy Spirit. O Holy Trinity, glory to Thee.
From Small Compline
Rejoice Virgin Theotokos, Mary full of Grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women and blessed is the Fruit of thy womb, for thou hast borne the Savior of our souls. (Thrice)
Fourth Sunday of Great Lent in the Orthodox Christian Church
This is also the Sunday of Saint John Climacos, or of the Ladder.
He was the author of the Christian classic book “The Ladder of Divine Ascent” and was a Monk on Mount Sinai.
Two of mine graduated
from Baylor…
HALLELUJAH!!!!
https://news.web.baylor.edu/news/story/2022/fm72-gathers-baylor-students-72-hours-prayer-revival-and-renewal
Got up to nearly 60 so I grilled. Simple. Kielbasa and hot dogs off the grill with baked beans. Sure was nice ot stand out on my deck sipping a Jack & cola while grilling.
That’s the way to do it, rah. Chillin’ and grillin’….
The cross hairs are moving up closer to my neck of the woods.
The American Storm
@BigJoeBastardi
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The Stage is being set for a major severe weather outbreak Friday and Saturday plains into the Ohio/Tenn valleys as the wicked cold in the northwest and the resisting ridge in the southeast get focused into a Gettysburg-like confrontation of atmospheric armies converging
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FsKC-WTWIAQA0rs?format=png&name=medium
Eek!
I’ll see your ‘eek’ and raise you a “yikes”!
😂😂😂
Its looking scarey for the Great Lakes States….