Monthly Archives: June 2012

Forgiven and Forgiving

Posted on June 30, 2012 by elsiephoebe

Matthew 6:15:  But if you do not forgive others, then your Father will not forgive your transgressions. Interesting verse.  Let’s cut to the chase.  To illustrate how vast our offenses are to God, compared with how petty we should view … Continue reading →

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Exit Strategy

Posted on June 28, 2012 by elsiephoebe

Yesterday I got the privilege of escorting a friend.  In spite of accelerating health problems, she maintains the attitude of gratitude.  Of course, I let her know what an encouragement she is.  She informed me it doesn’t come naturally; she … Continue reading →

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Elasticity

Posted on June 26, 2012 by elsiephoebe

Can you remember times when your doing became your undoing?  I can. (Oh, wait: not yours—mine, Ha.) I’m glad I remember my blunders; it keeps me humble.  Whenever I’m pushing my latest Failsafe Five-year Formula, that small voice reminds me: … Continue reading →

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Religiosity Atrocity

Posted on June 23, 2012 by elsiephoebe

I’m Christian in more than just name. I believe, and a follower I became. But I’ve seen a lot— A few battles I’ve fought: It would seem Christians are not all the same. = – = Mankind is the pinnacle … Continue reading →

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Head Out of the Sand Just for a Sec.

Posted on June 22, 2012 by elsiephoebe

An article last summer, “Communism Doesn’t Belong in the Classroom” [gonzalescannon.com], drew our attention to school supply lists parents have to fill; these include (among much more) coffee filters, gallon ziplocks, baby wipes, and four boxes of crayons. I’ll bypass … Continue reading →

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Deep Weeds

Posted on June 21, 2012 by elsiephoebe

Hubby loves da fishin’.  I just might just give it a try, since square dancing didn’t pan out, hehe. There’s only one thing keeping me off the pond.  Well, two. One: the conspicuous absence of indoor plumbing; and Two: FEAR … Continue reading →

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Source of Evil

Posted on June 20, 2012 by elsiephoebe

——–  W H A T   D O E S   S A T A N   D O ? ——– A Acts out / Abandons / Accuses / Argues / Appeals / Attacks / Angers / Abets / Assumes B Blinds / … Continue reading →

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Grade ‘A’ Fancy Scaffolding!

Posted on June 19, 2012 by elsiephoebe

My missionary friend referred to our planet as a scaffold—merely the workshop God built as a venue for His real project:  the Church.  What an image!  And think about the contrast: for scaffolding, people use metal poles or bamboo.  Yeah: … Continue reading →

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A Secret List

Posted on June 18, 2012 by elsiephoebe

I just ran across a list I made 2½ years ago:  “Things I Wish I Could Say Out Loud.” [!!!]  Yeah, that got my attention. It was immediately obvious: I have a largely different focus!  And yeah (as we’ve seen … Continue reading →

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Things I Learned on My Way to Church

Posted on June 17, 2012 by elsiephoebe

Today David left early for ministry, and Lily was running a tad late.  So I seal my coffee, warm the car, scrape windshield, re-park, and text that I’m not the weakest link.  Still: no sign of life.  “I guess I’ll get … Continue reading →

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