How Great Thou Art!

All pictures but the one immediately below were taken on a recent jaunt to the Continent.

 "When through the woods

And forest glades I wander,

And hear the birds

Sing sweetly in the trees;

"When I look down

From lofty mountain grandeur

And hear the brook

And feel the gentle breeze,

"Then sings my soul,

My Savior God, to Thee,

How great Thou art!

How great Thou art!

Then sings my soul,

My Savior God to Thee,

How great Thou art!

How great Thou art!"

"Enter into His gates with Thanksgiving, 

     And into His courts with praise.

     Be thankful to Him and bless His name.

For the LORD is good;

     His mercy is everlasting,

     And His truth endures to all generations."

Psalm 100:4-5

Abiding...

"As the Father has loved Me, I also have loved you; abide in My love. If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love, just as I have kept My Father's commandments and abide in His love.

These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full."

John 15:9-11

Rainy Day

Today is a rainy day. Overcast, with a biting wind, cold raindrops hurling themselves on my windows, and mud-- mud everywhere. It's a day we could easily allow the weather to affect our attitudes, to feel gloomy and dissatisfied.

Instead, let us us think on the blessings we have been bestowed today. We have a solid roof over our heads, and some provider of warmth, whether that be a roaring fire on the hearth or a furnace in a side closet. Today is the perfect day for settling down on in a cozy nook with a piping mug of tea and a good book. Busy yourself in whatever tasks you find at hand to do, and enjoy the blessings of doing a job well.


This rain is preparing the ground for winter, and soon after that, spring. The rain shall nourish the soil which will later yield spring delights. Soon, the rain shall cease, and for a time we shall enjoy the warmth of the sun and the autumn breeze.


So, what storm hangs over you today? Do you see the gloom and fail to remember that the sun still shines above those clouds? Persevere, and remember:

"Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning." Psalm 30:5

Take some time to strengthen your heart in the promises of God's Word today. 

"Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised)" Hebrews 10:23

Today is a rainy day... but remember, the sun still shines above those clouds!