Timeless Truth

The priests must be set apart to God as holy and must never dishonor his name. They are the ones who present the offerings to the LORD by fire, providing God with his food, and they must remain holy. Leviticus 21:6  NLT

Thoughtful Wisdom

“As grace is first from God, so it is continually from him, as much as light is all day long from the sun, as well as at first dawn or at sun-rising.”  – Jonathan Edwards

“His grace is great enough to meet the great things–the crashing waves that overwhelm the soul, the roaring winds that leave us stunned and breathless, the sudden storms beyond our life’s control.  His grace is great enough to meet the small things–the little pin-prick troubles that annoy; the insect worries, buzzing and persistent; the squeaking wheels that grate upon our joy.” – Annie Johnson Flint

“I need Thy presence every passing hour: What but Thy grace can foil the tempter’s power?” – Henry Frances Lyte, Abide With Me

“Plenteous grace with Thee is found, Grace to cover all my sin; Let the healing streams abound; Make and keep me pure within.”  – Charles Wesley

“Thanks be to thee, Lord Jesus Christ, for all the benefits which thou hast won for us,for all the pains and insults which thou hast borne for us.  O most merciful Redeemer, Friend and Brother, may we know thee more clearly, love thee more dearly, and follow thee more nearly, day by day.” – Richard of Chichester (1197-1253)

Treasured Gifts

* The privilege of membership in Christ’s priestly kingdom, with the accompanying duty to live a holy life

* Opportunities to serve God my Creator, Redeemer and Friend

* My Great High Priest’s helping grace when I struggle with temptation and forgiving mercy when I sin

Today’s Affirmation

Realizing God has given me much and also asks a lot of me, I will not allow responsibilities to overwhelm me; instead, I will count on his grace to overshadow me with response ability.

Pastor (ret) Johnny R. Almond