Timeless Truth

If someone’s offering is a fellowship offering, and he offers an animal from the herd, whether male or female, he is to present before the LORD an animal without defect.  Leviticus 3:1 NIV

Thoughtful Wisdom

“God prefers bad verses recited with a pure heart, to the finest verses possible chanted by the wicked.”  – Voltaire 

     “The worship of God is not a rule of safety–it is an adventure of the spirit.”  – Alfred North Whitehead 

     “As a deer longs for flowing streams, so my soul longs for you, O God. My soul thirsts for God,for the living God. When shall I come and behold the face of God?”  – Psalm 42:1 NRSV

“It is not far to go, for you are near. It is not far to go, for you are here. And not by traveling, Lord, men come to you, but by the way of love, and we love you.”  – Amy Carmichael 

     “No man ever prayed heartily without learning something.”  – Ralph Waldo Emerson 

Treasured Gifts

*  The God-given urge to avoid sin

*  Jesus, our Defense Counsel in heaven’s court, taking our side when we sin

*  Immanuel, God with us, our Dearest Friend, nearer than hands and feet and breathing

*  God, our Best Answer to Prayer and Greatest Blessing

Today’s Affirmation

Until I cross heaven’s threshold, on this side of heaven, I will practice thanks-living. 

     Until I stroll heaven’s streets, I will walk with a joyful spring in my earthly step.

     Until I touch down on heaven’s runway, I will relax and enjoy the flight. 

                                                    Pastor (ret) Johnny R. Almond