But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I may gain Christ and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ—the righteousness that comes from God and is by faith. I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, and so, somehow, to attain to the resurrection from the dead. -
It's been about a couple of weeks since Danah (11), my daughter, took her state exams in reading and mathematics. As is customary, while picking up the kids and driving home yesterday, I asked how school was going ... and queried if she had gotten back the results to her TAKs state tests.
In her prissy manner, she remarked innocently, "I hope I passed".
Naturally, I thought to myself "Of course, you did, Danah. You have done exceptionally well in state testing throughout… Continue
Early morning sunshine, dew is on the ground.
The singing of a sparrow makes a joyful sound.
It's the song of strength and endurance, giving me assurance,
That Jesus is near, when hope cannot be found.
Sometimes I am strong, and others I am weak.
It's a struggle to become what I really need to be.
I worry about tomorrow…until I hear the sparrow,
And I'm reminded of the promise…He'll take care of me.
The sparrow never worries where to get supplies.
He just flies until he finds it, under God's watchful eye.
And if the Lord can know so closely, the simple pathways of a bird,
Will He not provide His children, protection from this world?
So I'll sing because I'm happy.
And I'll sing because I'm free,
For His eye is on the sparrow
And I know He watches me.
I left you a comment yesterday in responce to your wife leaving you. I want to exort you today that in His presence you are strong, seeking His face and touching His grace
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Daniel, have you already accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior? If you've not already done, this we'd love to tell you more about how to do this and become part of God's family! Just let us know, OK?
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Early morning sunshine, dew is on the ground.
The singing of a sparrow makes a joyful sound.
It's the song of strength and endurance, giving me assurance,
That Jesus is near, when hope cannot be found.
Sometimes I am strong, and others I am weak.
It's a struggle to become what I really need to be.
I worry about tomorrow…until I hear the sparrow,
And I'm reminded of the promise…He'll take care of me.
The sparrow never worries where to get supplies.
He just flies until he finds it, under God's watchful eye.
And if the Lord can know so closely, the simple pathways of a bird,
Will He not provide His children, protection from this world?
So I'll sing because I'm happy.
And I'll sing because I'm free,
For His eye is on the sparrow
And I know He watches me.
Daniel, have you already accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior? If you've not already done, this we'd love to tell you more about how to do this and become part of God's family! Just let us know, OK?
Please be sure to check out the Genesis Group and visit the Links for Growth forum for great tips on how to grow in Christ.
I also want to invite you to join our Bible study, In the Beginning: a study in the book of Genesis to help you know God better and grow in Him! You can click here to join the study.
Once again, thanks for joining TheNET. I hope you make lots of good friends here and keep growing in the wisdom and knowledge of the Lord.