Good Things

by Everett Christian, McAlester, OK

GOD SPEAKS TO US THROUGH HIS HOLY WORD
(The Apostle Paul wrote) 3 "At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. 4 But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life." - Titus 3:3-7(New International Version).

GOD'S PROMISE TO US FROM HIS HOLY WORD
( Peter said) 19 "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord, 20 and that he may send the Messiah, who has been appointed for you—even Jesus." - Acts 3:19-20(New International Version).

A QUOTE
Through waves and clouds and storms He gently clears the way. Wait thou His time; so shall this night soon end in joyous day. - Paul Gerhardt -

THOUGHTS TO REMEMBER
It is refreshing to find a clergyman willing to defend the youth of today. Unfortunately the defense of the youth of today is too frequently made by lawyers. - Crane -
No affliction would trouble a child of God, if he knew God's reasons for sending it. - Morgan -

NOTES
Today has been a sunny day in McAlester, Oklahoma, with a high temperature of 66 degrees and a low temperature of 33 degrees. I saw Charley and Bill at noon. I went to the post office. I took my nap with Smokey and Tony. I put treats and food outside for the cats at 4:30 p.m. It was such a nice day that I sat out with the cats and read for a few minutes. Since the last Good Things, I have heard from Alice, Gaetano, Michelle, Debra, Pastor J.T., Gail, Geneva, Quentin, Laura, Don & Evelyn and Janice. I am always happy to receive notes from my e-mail friends.
The cats are fine. I have seen all of them this evening.
I hope everyone has a nice Friday.
May the Good Lord Bless and Keep each one until next time. Everett