Gentle Whispers Johnny Almond  

Words to Live By

Timeless Truth      

Pharaoh’s cup-bearer, however, promptly forgot all about Joseph, never giving him another thought.  Genesis 40:23 NLT

Thoughtful Wisdom      
“Lord, thou knowest how busy I must be this day. If I forget thee, do not thou forget me.”
– Sir Jacob Astley (1579-1652) British commander, before the Battle of Edgehill    

 “Write your Blessed Name, O Lord, upon my heart, there to remain so indelibly engraved, that no prosperity, no adversity shall ever move me from your love. Be to me a strong tower of defence, a comforter in tribulation, a deliverer in distress,a very present help in trouble, and a guide to heaven through the many temptations and dangers of this life” – Thomas a` Kempis

Treasured Gifts   

 *  Your Savior who poured out His blood on the cross to pardon your sins   

 *  The privilege of being a cup-bearer for the King, sharing His love with others   

 *  The overflowing cup of countless blessings from the God Who Is Enough   

 *  Heaven-inspired perseverance in tough times to drink from a bitter cup   

 *  Anticipation of sharing a cup of joy someday with Christ 

Today’s Affirmation      

Since You, dear God, promise never to forget me, no matter how busy I get today, I will pause now and then to remember You and your unforgettable love.                                                                       

 

                                                           Pastor (retired) Johnny R. Almond                                        

www.GentleWhispersFromEternity—ScripturePersonalized.com 

Johnny

Johnny R. Almond earned a Doctor of Ministry degree from Drew University in Madison, New Jersey and a Diploma in Religious Studies from the University of Cambridge. After pastoring churches for a decade, he served the Air Force as a military chaplain in worldwide assignments. After retiring from the military in 2000, he began serving as pastor in Virginia. He currently serves as pastor of Hull's Memorial Baptist Church in Fredericksburg, Virginia. He and his wife, Beverly, have four sons, three grandsons, and three granddaughters.