Inspirational (Writing)
2010 FIFA World Cup 2010 South Africa Closing Ceremony Soccer City Waka Waka Final - Michael Gaffley
This World Cup was full of surprises and will leave an African legacy. Waka Waka this indeed is the time for Africa. The FIFA World Cup 2010 is almost over. I cannot believe that a month has gone by. This past month has been exceptional with everyone glued to their television set. This month... Submitted 1 year 216 days ago.
Spain vs Germany Made me Rethink the World Cup of Life in 2010 - Michael Gaffley
My Passion: Oh for a heart that is yoked in this bloke For whom prayer is not a joke Submitted 1 year 219 days ago.
A Quote for me to Live By - Michaela Scherr
An email appeared in my inbox the other day from www.Searchwarp.com asking contributing authors (me being one of them) to submit a favourite quote, and what it meant to us. Now I have many quotes I love and use them on a daily basis, sometimes on my website but most prolifically I upload them... Submitted 1 year 219 days ago.
The world cup experience is an object lesson for the world about peaceful co-existence. People went to South Africa from all over the world not knowing what to expect. They went with set stereotypes and preconceived notions about Africa. Most if not all of them came away from this experience... Submitted 1 year 220 days ago.
A Stitch In Time Saves Nine -
- Verna MullProverbs held a huge place in my thoughts as I was growing up. My very dear, elderly grandmother was full to running over with proverbs; and she resided in my home for approximately 9 years, while I was growing up. She was still with my parents many years after I was married. Grandma was a... Submitted 1 year 220 days ago.
Famous Quotes, Funny Quotes and Quotations of Love - Sound Bites of Life - Julian Price
To quote dictionary.com, one of the definitions for the word “quote” is “To repeat or copy the words of (another), usually with acknowledgment of the source.” Quotes are used every day and in many areas and aspects of life. Of course, people remember and use quotes... Submitted 1 year 221 days ago.
My Favorite Quote -
- Patricia JohnsonIt was July 27, 2004 and Illinois State Senator, Barack Obama was giving the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention held at the Fleet Center in Boston, MA. At the time, he was a total unknown, yet his speech was mesmerizing and the following quote brought the house down. ... Submitted 1 year 222 days ago.
A few quotes I put together -
- David TanguayThese are a few quotes I put together ending with a couple of my own. "A word to the wise ain't necessary; it's the stupid ones who need the advice." Bill Cosby I like this quote by Bill Cosby it tells it like it is. "It isn't where you come from; it's where you're going that counts." Ella... Submitted 1 year 224 days ago.
Faith and the Five year-old - Richard Radtke
I have always had trouble with faith, sometimes it seems I, like so many others only call on it when it is needed. Then there are some people that seem to always have the faith they need to weather them through any storm, but yet quite often to some of us, perhaps to many of us, it is something... Submitted 1 year 279 days ago.
Lessons on Living for Adults -
- Kim CondemarinChildren really have a positive way of looking at the world, don't they? Where we see an unwanted downpour, they see a chance to splash with abandon. They lift their faces to the rain and let it thoroughly drench them, head to toe. Where we see an annoying mud puddle, children see an opportunity... Submitted 1 year 282 days ago.
- Marijo PhelpsPsalm 6 (New King James Version) 1 O LORD, do not rebuke me in Your anger, nor chasten me in Your hot displeasure. This verse is a possible rule of thumb for disciplining children or for interpersonal relationships. The Lord is righteous, therefore, He must have just reason to be angry... Submitted 1 year 357 days ago.
Choosing Life on Your Behalf -
- Marijo PhelpsIt is the most bedraggled little thing – laying here waterlogged and soggy like a half drown kitten. Hair matted to its head, gasping for breath. As I gaze upon it all I could think was ohhhh. Every instinct within me wants to pick it up and “fix" whatever is wrong. This little creature... Submitted 1 year 364 days ago.
That Which is Pleasing to the Lord - Input for Ministry Leadership Team Series -
- Marijo PhelpsWhat does He (the Lord Jesus) want from me? It is a sign of immaturity when we want to be told do this and do that by someone we don't want to take responsibility for failure. We want to fit the mold and be like everyone else so we like the set pattern of what to do and how to do it. Let's open... Submitted 2 years 2 days ago.
A Right Balance is Pleasing to the Lord - Input for Ministry Leadership Team Series -
- Marijo PhelpsDefinition of balance = equality in amount, weight, value or importance as between two things or parts of things. It is to compare as to relative importance and bring into proper proportion. The opposite of balance" is extremism in anything. Balance is not even Steven". Balance has to do with... Submitted 2 years 7 days ago.
Absorbe Yourself in My Word Devotional (Words from the Lord Series) -
- Marijo PhelpsChild, draw nigh unto Me as you are absorb yourself in My word study and I shall bless. My discipline really shall be an exciting delight to you. Remember your childhood the security of knowing youre cared for within parameters of limits security, yes, even joy. So rejoice my child as I move you... Submitted 2 years 38 days ago.
How to Talk to God About Forgiveness Owner’s Manual Part 3 -
- Marijo Phelps"Beth, how can I ask God to forgive me? I have broken His heart and those hearts of my family and friends I guess that's what sin is, right? Messing up and making bad choices and hurting everyone, even myself in the process" "Melissa, we have all been there it is a matter of... Submitted 2 years 93 days ago.
Your Power Source and the Owner's Manual Series Part 2 -
- Marijo PhelpsDing dong. "Hey, Beth, what happened to the Tundra, not a mouse house anymore?" Mel grinned as she opened the door to go into the house. "Hey, come in coffee's on and the amaretto creamer is out on the countertop, good to see you! How did Josh do in the soccer game Friday, Melissa?" "Well... Submitted 2 years 98 days ago.
Believe and Obey with Angelic Insight -
- Marijo Phelps"Mom, I am SO excited about this game, if we win, we get to go to State!" "Yes, Hon, you have played with heart and soul this season, I am proud of you and the team." "Mom, there's a stop sign coming up." " Yes, I see it up there in its bright red color." "Mom, why aren't you slowing down?... Submitted 2 years 126 days ago.
Prayer for a Spouse Devotional -
- Marijo PhelpsLord Jesus, please help us to cherish each other with Your kind of love to respect and delight in and honor each other. Let us put an end to the "digs" and unkindnesses. Help us to build up and not destroy. Unify us in "one flesh" with Your Spirit, Lord God. Help us, I pray! Help my heart to... Submitted 2 years 134 days ago.
HE is SO Able Devotional (Words from the Lord series) -
- Marijo PhelpsMy child, think it not strange the fiery trials you're going through. Remember Peter, as he kept looking up to Me, did what was humanly impossible through the power of My Holy Spirit. You cannot walk on top of the stormy waters but for Me. Yet I can take your hand and you shall walk in a new... Submitted 2 years 138 days ago.
His Glorious Plans -
- Marijo PhelpsOh, Lord Jesus You start those little hopes In my heart of hearts As I begin to get a hint Of the glory You have in mind Saw a peek of Your splendor In the sun's fiery rising orb Over misty morning lake As boisterous birds and bovines called Praises to Your... Submitted 2 years 140 days ago.
This May Be the Last Time Isn't Just a Song -
- Marijo PhelpsThe view is totally gorgeous-evergreens and rocks scattered in the grassy hillside where I am. I look over one way to the golden yellow aspens shaking and quaking in the bright September sunlight. Beyond those trees are mountains and more mountains against the backdrop of flawless, intense blue... Submitted 2 years 141 days ago.
- Marijo PhelpsI am not man, that my promises be in vain. Trust on my Son and rely /bank on my promises to you throughout my Word. I AM the deliverer. I Am the conqueror and so can you be through Jesus Christ Your Lord. He died to impart power to you, his Body, energized by his Holy Spirit. Be baptized, be... Submitted 2 years 141 days ago.
Throw Your Trash into Orbit or Something Even Better. -
- Marijo PhelpsWe crossed from Minnesota into Canada. It took about five hours due to a very young border guard and his posturing. He didn't like the prescription that was housed in a box and labeled by the pharmacy at the hospital and sent a pill off to be analyzed. We waiting patiently, or not so, while... Submitted 2 years 143 days ago.
He Lifts Me, Skinned Knees and All Devotional (Words from the Lord series) -
- Marijo PhelpsMy Jesus, sometimes I'm such a child. No temper tantrums, but self seeking, pushing after little pleasures instead of pressing in to You. I crossed the street I wasn't supposed to. You placed restrictions, not to bind me but for my safety, out of Your love. Now the day is over and I come home... Submitted 2 years 154 days ago.
