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Sunday greetings, everyone!
My efforts to get to a zero inbox have bogged down. I've hit some emails that require a bunch of work to clear and so as I handle those my total number has risen. I am at 54 (I was as low as 29 a few weeks ago) so it's not too bad, but perseverance and persistence definitely need to be ordered from the self-discipline menu!
Today's video share is one that interests me not only because of the images in the video, but also because of the backstory of this private bathhouse that was found in Pompeii. As archaeologists were excavating it, they found the skeletons of a woman and a man in the house, the woman clutching a bag of coins and jewelry. They had barricaded themselves into a small room but were killed as the superheated volcanic gas and ash, known as a pyroclastic flow, ripped through the town. It's a sad illustration of how you truly can't take it with you.
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~ Pastor Tim
Spiritual Gifts
During the French Revolution, there were three Christians who were sentenced to die by the guillotine.
One Christian had the gift of faith, the other had the gift of prophecy, the other had the gift of helps.
The Christian with the gift of faith was to be executed first. He was asked if he wanted to wear a hood over his head. He declined and said he was not afraid to die. "I have faith that God will deliver me!" he shouted bravely. His head was positioned under the guillotine, with his neck on the chopping block. He looked up at the sharp blade, said a short prayer and waited confidently. The rope was pulled, but nothing happened.
His executioners were amazed and, believing that this must have been an act of God, they freed the man.
The Christian with the gift of prophecy was next. His head was positioned under the guillotine blade and he too was asked if he wanted the hood.
"No," he said, "I am not afraid to die. However, I predict that God will deliver me from this guillotine!" At that, the rope was pulled and again, nothing happened. Once, again the puzzled executioners assumed this must be a miracle of God, and they freed the man.
The third Christian, with the gift of helps, was next. He was brought to the guillotine and likewise asked if he wanted to wear a hood.
"No," he said, "I'm just as brave as those other two guys." The executioners then positioned him face up under the guillotine and were about to pull the rope when the man stopped them. "Hey wait a minute," he said. "I think I just found the problem with your guillotine."
One-Liner #1892
Imagine a cereal so bad that 2 scoops of raisins made it better.
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Iron's Ironic Twist! 🌟
The adjective for metal is metallic. But not so for iron, which is ironic.
Quote #2327
It's easy to judge. It's more difficult to understand. Understanding requires compassion, patience, and a willingness to believe that good hearts sometimes choose poor methods. Through judging we separate. Through understanding we grow.
- Doe Zantamata
A Priceless Gift
Friendship is a priceless gift
That can't be bought or sold,
But its value is far greater
Than a mountain made of gold.
For gold is cold and lifeless,
It cannot see nor hear,
And in your times of trouble,
It is powerless to cheer.
It has no ears to listen,
No heart to understand.
It cannot bring you comfort
Or reach out a helping hand.
So when you ask God for a gift,
Be thankful that he sends,
Not diamonds, pearls, or riches,
But the love of a real, true friend.
- Helen Steiner Rice
Featured Illustrations are items well suited for illustrating or inspiring a point in a sermon, speech, or devotional. Funny, moving, or perhaps even graphic, the point of them is the point you make with them.
Rev. James Snyder, God's Penman, writes . . . .
I’m Not Old - Just Young Challenged
Most people are fascinated by their age as if it makes any difference in their lives. Some people are very intimidated by getting older and struggle against it.
When I was young, I couldn't wait to get older. I couldn't wait until I was old enough to get a driver's license. Why does it take so long to get old when you're young, and when you're old, it flies by like a bullet?
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Mergatroyd ? Do you remember that word?
Camping: Where you spend a small fortune to live like a homeless person.
Q: What Assyrian king had descendants who actually came to the United States and were able to establish a successful chain of barbecue restaurants?
"Even the greatest was once a beginner. Don’t be afraid to take that first step."
A little girl asked her mother, "Can I go outside and play with the boys?"
Three friends die in a car accident and they go to an orientation in heaven.
When you think about it, it's the worst possible place for her to sell seashells.
Dustin Hoffman was attending a theater performance of "Messiah."
Sometimes bad things happen to make the good things even sweeter.
I've never made a fortune,
It’s hard to believe another year has already started. How many of these new years can a person have without going crazy?
The garbage collector is NOT stealing our stuff even though I haven't got a chance to rip the bag to shreds to see what was in it.
My heart says pie and ice cream, but my jeans say, please, please, please, eat a salad!
My friend had just bought a 4-wheeler and went out with a few buddies to try it out on some mountain terrain. On the way they stopped at a restaurant for a snack and met some bikers that were out for a cruise.
"You were born to be real, not to be perfect. You are here to be you, not to live someone else's life."
Uncle Rusty is a wise man. A while back he retired and purchased a modest home near a junior high school. He spent the first few weeks of his retirement in peace and quiet, puttering around his workshop.
God our Father, 
Two men stand at a river which they are about to cross when they notice crocodiles looking at them.
Some people should use a glue stick instead of chapstick.
What if soy milk is just regular milk introducing itself in Spanish?
"Who are you if your story begins to change? Do not be so loyal to your suffering that your healing doesn't stand a chance."
A man went to a barber shop to have his hair cut as always. He started to have a good conversation with the barber who was cutting his hair. They talked about so many things and various subjects. Suddenly, they touched the subject of God.
This week, I had to do something I hadn't done before: go to the bank and deal with fraud in my checking account. Someone tried to write a check for $1800 from my account. Fortunately, I didn't have that much money in my account, and I was a little provoked by this incident. How dare they!