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Silent Night
Silent Night, Holy Night All is calm, all is bright. Round yon virgin, mother and Child Holy Infant so tender and mild, Sleep in heavenly peace, Sleep in heavenly peace. Written by Joseph Mohr, arranged by Franz Gruber The beautiful … Continue reading
Posted in Christian, Christmas, Hymn, Jesus Christ
Tagged carol, Christmas, First World War, Jesus, Silent Night, soldiers, truce
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Thanksgiving and Praise
By Brenda B Taylor Enter His gates with thanksgiving; go into His courts with praise. Give thanks to Him and bless His name. Psalm 100:4 November is a beautiful month in East Texas. The trees begin to sport their fall … Continue reading
Posted in Christian, inspirational, Jesus Christ, Thanksgiving, Uncategorized
Tagged blessings, faith, family, food, God, praise, thankful, turkey and dressing
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Celebrating the American Soldier
We recently celebrated Veterans’ Day, a special time set aside to remember those who fought for our country. So many have given their time, talent, and all defending the freedoms we hold so dear. Freedom is not free. This time … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Christian, Devotional, Jesus Christ, Soldier
Tagged armed forces, inspirational, Jesus, sacrifice, soldier, Veterans' Day
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Riches in Heaven
By Chuck Pace Psalm 25:13 His soul shall dwell at ease; and his seed shall inherit the earth. 14 The secret of the Lord is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant. 15 Mine eyes … Continue reading
Posted in Christian, Devotional, inspirational
Tagged Bible, Christian, faith, God, peace, Riches
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Hurricane Harvey
by Brenda B. Taylor I spent the first week of September watching the devastating effects of Hurricane Harvey on Houston and surrounding areas on television. Several of my relatives were caught in the throws of Harvey’s destructive rains. My brother … Continue reading
Independence Day
Independence Day, July 4th. On July 4, 1776, we claimed our independence from Britain and Democracy was born. Every day thousands leave their homeland to come to the “land of the free and the home of the brave” so they … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Christian, Devotional, Fourth of July, Jesus Christ
Tagged Bible, Christian, eternal life, freedom, God, sacrifice
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Memorial Day Remembrance
We recently celebrated Memorial Day, a special time set aside to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. So many have fallen and will fall defending the freedoms we hold so dear. Freedom is not free. This … Continue reading
Posted in Christian, Devotional, inspirational, Jesus Christ, Memorial Day, Soldiers
Tagged fighting, freedom, God, Jesus Christ, prayer, war
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A Memory of Mother
by Beth Taylor Rebecca Y. Windle, my mother, entered her heavenly home on November 2, 2014. She left a legacy of love and Godliness. My mother was an example of a Godly woman who loved serving the Lord and serving … Continue reading
Posted in Christian, Memory, Mother, Mother's Day
Tagged Christian, devotional, faith, family, Jesus
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The Kingdom of God
For the Kingdom of God is not a matter of what we eat or drink, but of living a life of goodness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. Romans 14:17 (NLT) A life lived in the Kingdom of … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Christian, Devotional, Religious
Tagged contentment, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus, joy, love, peace
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The Dogwood Legend
Beautiful dogwood trees are blooming this time of the year. Some are covered with white blossoms and some with pink. The tree blooms in spring about Easter time when the Christian world turns to thoughts centered on the death, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian, Devotional, Easter, inspirational
Tagged Christian, cross, devotional, Easter, faith, Jesus Christ, salvation
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