Words to Live By
Timeless Truth
The LORD guided them by a pillar of cloud during the day and a pillar of fire at night. That way they could travel whether it was day or night. Exodus 13:21 NLT
Thoughtful Wisdom
“Live your life by a compass, not a clock.” – Stephen R. Covey
“It’s not the destination, it’s the journey.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Call it Nature, Fate, Fortune: all these are names of the one and selfsame God.”- Seneca
“Darkness in the pathway of man’s life is but the shadow of God’s providence by the great Sun of Wisdom cast thereon. What is dark below is light in Heaven.” – John Greenleaf Whittier
Treasured Gifts
* God, Director of our days–overshadowing when life overwhelms, energizing us when weary, calming chaos, influencing decisions at crossroads
* God, Night Light–inspiring nocturnal melodies, illuminating our steps by his Word Lamp, defending us from enemies of our soul lurking in sinister alleys
* God, Morning Wake-Up Call–igniting enthusiasm, guiding us our journey through life’s wilderness to heaven’s promised land
* Jesus Shepherd–walking ahead, training us to recognize his voice, zigzagging us on a scenic route, leading us around but never astray
* Holy Spirit Travel Companion–riding with us on life’s roller coaster, with us round the clock every heartbeat, traveling with us 24/7 from here to eternity
Today’s Affirmation
Trusting God to guide me through uncharted territory to a permanent home, I will not allow anxiety to get the best of me, but will step confidently into tomorrow.
Pastor (ret) Johnny R. Almond
