Good Things

by E. Christian, McAlester, OK
Tuesday, March 20, 2012

GOD SPEAKS TO US THROUGH HIS HOLY WORD
14 Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. 15 For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. 16 Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need. - Hebrews 4:14-16(New King James Version).

GOD'S PROMISE TO US FROM HIS HOLY WORD
4 He (the Lord) will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. - Psalm 91:4(New International Version).

A QUOTE
Gratitude is the mother of all the virtues. - G. K. Chesterton -

A THOUGHT TO REMEMBER
Days are like suitcases - by careful arrangement, some people can pack more. - From Reminisce Magazine -

NOTES
Well, the rains came last night. I guess it rained all night. Every time I would wake up I would see lightening flashing. I had at least three cats in bed with me, Rascal and at least two more. I think my cats think that I can protect them from the storms. I do ask God to protect my cats and me. In our church hymnal there is a song that we sing occasionally titled "Till The Storm Passes By". I got up this morning singing that song. I will leave the words to the song at the end of the Good Things. If you have never heard it you can pick it up on You-Tube by many different artists. The rain stopped today about noontime. At my house I received four and two tenths inches of rain. I had lunch today with Charley and Bill. I came by the post office and a Dollar General Store. I lay down for my nap around 2:15 p.m. Beau took a nap with me today. I put food and treats outside at 6:10 p.m. and sat out with the cats for about 30 minutes. I have had some nice e-mails since the last Good Things from Stan, Geneva, Cathy Tadlock and Tiyan. I always appreciate your e-mails even though I don't have time to answer them.
The cats are fine. Little Girl and Rascal are in their usual places in the den with me. Beau was here a short time ago. My cats communicate with me and understand a lot of the things I say. Emmy got on the desk by my computer a little while ago and meowed. I knew she wanted out. I said "Okay, I will let you out". Rascal heard me say that and headed for the door ahead of Emmy. As I was sitting in the yard this evening, Beau got on top of the chain link fence, preparing to go across the street. I called "Beau, come back here." He jumped down and came back to where I was sitting.
I hope everyone has a nice Wednesday! I will see you next time.
In Christian Love, Everett. ********************************** Here is the song. Sing it if you know the melody.
TILL THE STORM PASSES BY
(Mosie Lister)
Recorded by:
Bill Gaither; Vestal Goodman; Greater Vision; Inspirations; Ron Jarman; Ben Speer.

In the dark of the midnight have I oft hid my face, While the storm howls above me, and there's no hiding place. 'Mid the crash of the thunder, Precious Lord, hear my cry, Keep me safe till the storm passes by.

Chorus
Till the storm passes over, till the thunder sounds no more, Till the clouds roll forever from the sky; Hold me fast, let me stand in the hollow of Thy hand, Keep me safe till the storm passes by.

Many times Satan whispered, "There is no need to try, For there's no end of sorrow, there's no hope by and by" But I know Thou art with me, and tomorrow I'll rise Where the storms never darken the skies.

Chorus
Till the storm passes over, till the thunder sounds no more, Till the clouds roll forever from the sky; Hold me fast, let me stand in the hollow of Thy hand, Keep me safe till the storm passes by.

When the long night has ended and the storms come no more, Let me stand in Thy presence on the bright peaceful shore; In that land where the tempest, never comes, Lord, may I Dwell with Thee when the storm passes by.

Chorus
Till the storm passes over, till the thunder sounds no more, Till the clouds roll forever from the sky; Hold me fast, let me stand in the hollow of Thy hand, Keep me safe till the storm passes by.