Psalm 16
A Miktam of David.
1 Preserve me, O God, for in you I take refuge. 2 I say to the LORD, "You are my Lord; I have no good apart from you."
3 As for the saints in the land, they are the excellent ones, in whom is all my delight.
4 The sorrows of those who run after another god shall multiply; their drink offerings of blood I will not pour out or take their names on my lips.
5 The LORD is my chosen portion and my cup; you hold my lot.
6 The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; indeed, I have a beautiful inheritance.
7 I bless the LORD who gives me counsel; in the night also my heart instructs me.
8 I have set the LORD always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken.
9 Therefore my heart is glad, and my whole being rejoices; my flesh also dwells secure.
10 For you will not abandon my soul to Sheol, or let your holy one see corruption.
11 You make known to me the path of life;
in your presence there is fullness of joy;
at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.
In the morning in Texas July, we might see some scant relief but now we'll see a Southern Version of the Snow bound. Except, we are going to see the desire to be inside during the hot part of the summer.
When you talk to long time Texans, you find inside happens more than you think in Hot Summer. Trips to do things will happen in the morning or early evening. Best to reset the clock for earlier bed time and rise early to see the earth fresh in the morning. God grant me the ability when I have jet lag for Daylight Savings and 2 hour real Jet Lag.
Our quiet 3rd to 4th of July saw a grand family Birthday and gifted beautiful Hummingbird Birthday Cake. July 4th - I saw the cool of our bedroom as I had gastroenteritis from antibiotics leading to a diet. An all day nappish. The Birthday group went on to Fireworks and dinner, Edward brought home pie and soup. Fortunately, the local fireworks could be seen from our den and we watched for about 35 minutes. I love Fireworks and Thank God for the opportunity to have walloping stomach upset and, yet, see Fireworks!!!
The next few days, back on my feet, ran into old neighbors and saw the next generation having new grandchildren, new degrees and fine new families with good dreams. Stone bruised my foot pretty badly and a very, very wonderful neighbor found my phone and brought it back after adjusting a backpack, 2 poodle puppies, water bowls and a wounded foot requiring shoe adjustments every few yards to get home. Lord Jesus sincerely bless the neighbor's in-law. Thank God, Thank God.
Feeling supreme Peace for growing sons, having wonderful employment and finishing up his own dime law school. Feeling absolutely blessed by Father God.
Our dear friend had gastroenteritis, fell while out and went to the hospital - and we missed our monthly Communion Breakfast. Jesus bless us to heal. Really Rally. All. Amen.
Lucked into a car show after Church early Sunday morning with a good cup of coffee as Edward and I discussed the merits of baked goods. The Wind of the Spirit is good fun! Where the Spirit of God will take us - we will not know!!! Rejoice.
Found our youngest son had the float trip with all sorts of opportunities for never-want-this-experience again. New tire new blowout from construction. Hour late. "Almost" Missing just by the skin of teeth the High School newlywed friend who was gracious enough to wait with the group for my son and his girlfriend to arrive from the blowout. Then the tube hit a rock and down went
all cell phones, all car keys. If the very gracious, newlywed High School pal had not waited... what would happen??? Thank God for His Mercy. Mercy. Mercy.
Blessed to see new starter neighborhoods with new flower beds. 3 dogs as to make sure working days have plenty of Joy. A tribe of happy, happy dogs. A happy Peach Tree. Fruit. The Gifts of God to the loving and gracious newlyweds. The Blessing of Life to see time pass and see Joy. Thank You, Father God.
Our son had a trip to San Antonio to return the group without keys with his pal, And my son called his parents to drive to Austin and then San Marcus. The Holy Spirit provides new experiences. :)
A good bracing Sunday 7 hour Texas car trip. The Wind of the Holy Spirit Is Fun. God is Good.
Our lovely across the street neighbors lost their twin dogs to age 17 and 18, they were so very kind to step in and Standard Poodle sit. We even had text photos of the dogs. I can't tell you how much a Blessing this was. Jesus Bless our neighbor with his warm advice and steadfast care of rambunctious Puppies.
Where we all sat in San Marcos, gaspingly grateful, to see the amazing arrival of hot summer and many, many tubes float by. Summer Heat Arrives. Waving at the floaters waving at us. One God, one Peace, one Love.
Leading us into July.
Do you have vacation and holiday let down? I do. Blah. I find disturbances like finding the tenants in common with our MS land - decided not to pay their 1/4. Most upsetting when told this would happen. Nothing like a good unhealthy wallop to the Visa. La Wry. Where, oh where, did my first cousin go?
The Lord bless the long standing cousins who have always pulled the Little Wagon On. Thank God and Jesus bless them.
We are coming to the Great Texas Summer.
Abba,
From Ghoulies and Ghosties and long legged escaping Scotsmen. Good Lord Deliver us.
From things going bump in the night toe neil. Good Lord Deliver us.
And in Your Gracious Mercy, Help us to find the real Peace and rest in Your Strength.
The Blessings You willingly give us each day - we Thank You and Thank You and Thank You, Father God.
For the coming Tropical Storm this weekend - we pray Your Help. And Your Safety upon us all. For California and their safety from earthquakes we put the Name of Jesus on Your Good Creation.
For the blessings of my son - his God Given Blessings - I am tremendously grateful. For his job. And for dinner his lovely girlfriend brought us. The Blessing of Fellowship.
For Neighbors who bring you your lost phone and are a Blessing Profound. For 19 year neighbors helping with big puppies with warm and gracious advice - Thank You.
For Social Media bring us High School friends far away - The Blessing of Jesus in our Lives in ways we never, never knew would be in His Plan. And to remember dear hearts.
For High School friends who wait for you and then drive you to San Antonio as a newlywed, Graciously Bless their decades ahead. Long life with all God's Blessings!
For our dear friend who so shockingly had cancer all over his body thinking he had rough housed with his children, is finding healing from his surgery and renewed energy going to Wake Forest. Pleasing his loving, loving wife to Jesus. Thank You.
Rally us all to Good Health, we ask in Jesus.
For travel and safety from our older son arriving from Michigan again.
For all the prayers we bring - as Jesus said, with Hope. We petition our Loving Father. Lifting our cares to capable Hands. Loving Hands.
So very high we know that our Nation Trusts God and we are blessed. The Nations seeking His Brightness - Blessed. The praying Children of God around the world, renewed, strengthened, enabled, guided and comforted by our Heavenly Father.
More Heaven on earth, we pray in Jesus. Amen!
Psalm 46
To the choirmaster. Of the Sons of Korah. According to Alamoth.a A Song.
1 God is our refuge and strength,
a very present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way,
though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea,
though its waters roar and foam,
though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah
There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,
the holy habitation of the Most High.
5 God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved;
God will help her when morning dawns.
6The nations rage, the kingdoms totter
he utters his voice, the earth melts.
7 The LORD of hosts is with us;
the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah
8 Come, behold the works of the LORD,
how he has brought desolations on the earth.
9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth;
he breaks the bow and shatters the spear;
he burns the chariots with fire.
10 “Be still, and know that I am God.
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth!”
11 The LORD of hosts is with us;
the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah
♔ Lord Jesus Saves! †
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