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Well, I have learned what I am NOT good at . . . reading long articles or chapters of books. But I felt better about part 2 . . and not because I improved. I felt better simply because I am NOT trying to be professional . . but just enjoying reading it out loud for someone to hear . . . and adding a little commentary along the way. I would though, probably still advise against listening while driving . . might put you to sleep! BTW, the above picture has nothing to do with the new year . . I just like it. Guess that makes me a book nerd? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

Good morning to you! Daddy was right . . & he lived to be 99 . . . old age is not for sissies . . . forgetful? Here are the scriptures for yesterday’s post: Do your part to live in peace with everyone, as much as possible. Romans 12:18 NLT Be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you. Ephesians 4:32. NLT (no name calling - - bullies do) But speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in all aspects, into Him, Who is the head, even Christ. Ephesians 4:15 NAS Thank you! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

I treasure this picture because (to me) it represents salvation as well as growing in the Christian life. It is the opposite of Frank Sinatra's song "I did it My Way". This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

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They were ordinary men. But they could do ordinary things extraordinarily well. Jesus called them. They had no wealth / no academic background / no social position. Jesus called them / invited them / offered them work to do . . they were free to accept or refuse. When they accepted, Jesus appointed them. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

The moral of the poem is things are not always what they seem. Just as the husband misunderstood the purpose of AA . . many think Christianity is a crutch or the Bible is not true. But . . God so loved the world . . and Jesus died for you. (John 3:16) For those who have already tasted of the Christian life . . . pray for workers . . or will YOU be a worker for Jesus? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

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MATTHEW 9:32-34 Jesus casts out a demon and the man could then talk. How a walk through the midway at the Strawberry Festival relates to the way we are tempted. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

Jesus asked "Do you believe I can make you see?" And there they are . . the 2 of them breathless from running and the poorest of the poor.  In unison they answer, "Yes, Lord, we do."  (They not only said 'yes' but called Him Lord!). By calling Him Lord, they were saying they knew it was all up to Him.) Without getting personal, I feel safe in saying that 100% of us in this year 2022 need relief from some degree of anxiety.  Would you agree with that? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

Years ago when I pastored, a woman in the church asked me how she could stand a trial she was going through.  I told her I had been lying face down in my little office with a wooden floor, splinters or not.  She was not interested.  The Christian life is not a one and done deal.  You don't just give your heart to Jesus and then never think about Him much again. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

Jairus was desperate.  He was a leader of a synagogue, yet came to Jesus, falling at his feet.  He was begging Jesus to come and lay His hand on his daughter who had died.   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

We are having a mini class reunion tomorrow for lunch.  I was thinking about high school and remembering my shorthand class.  Secretaries (at least they used to) take down letters from bosses, like Della did for Perry Mason on TV.  (If you are old enough to remember that.). Our teacher was Mrs. Pickering.  Believe me, you paid strict attention to her! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

It can be dangerous to identify political causes or even national patriotism with God's Truth.  Nations may rise and fall, but God's Truth remains forever.  His Truth is marching on. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

Matthew was a tax collector when Jesus called him to join and follow.  Tax collectors were universally hated because they kept $$ for themselves above and beyond what was due and became rich.  When Jesus called him, he got up and followed.  The only thing he took with him (it has been said) was his pen.  He used it to write the Gospel of Matthew.  Could you get up from your job and go off with Jesus for a different life?  Why did Matthew?  It is obvious in his Gospel as will be explained. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

The Jews at the time of Jesus believed that sin caused illness.  Jesus told His disciples that a man born blind . . was not because of sin but for the glory of God to be shown in the man's life.  I share another scripture and a story about a little Cinderella.   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com

Matthew 8:28-34 5 action steps that will help you stop worrying. They work because they point to what we know - not to what we think or feel. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joycemckeever.substack.com