Thursday February 21, 2008 thought for the day

THE HOLY SPIRIT DESCENDING LIKE A DOVE
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-A half hearted commitment is really no commitment-
2-With God it is all or nothing-
3-Where you worship is not as important as why you worship-
4-Heartless praise is no praise at all-it is an insult to God-
5-God hates hypocrisy-

Strange thought-the best vitamin for making friends is b 1-

I've learned-the more a child feels valued, the better his values will be-

5 things I want to know
1-Can we become desensitized to sin by our culture?
2-What does it take to get us to desire to walk as close to Jesus as possible?
3-What is meant by "living for God"?
4-How do you "rejoice in the Lord"?
5-Can you be tough and gentle at the same time?

Todays scripture-"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you" (1Peter 5:7)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday February 20, 2008 thought for the day

"I WILL GIVE YOU REST!!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-It isn't what you say that proves the reality of your faith, it's what you do-
2-It is blasphemy to profess Jesus if your life doesn't back it up-
3-True christian experience transforms into true christian actions-
4-The epitome of taking the lord's name in vain is not cursing but claiming Jesus as Christ when he really isn't-
5-The heart of the matter is the matter of the heart-

Strange thought-of all the things I wear, my expression is the most important-

I've learned-work enjoyed is as much fun as leisure-

5 things I want to know
1-How is the bible "a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path"?
2-Is it possible to have so much spiritual freedom we are in bondage and don't know it?
3-When we subject our minds to evil do we also subject Jesus to it?
4-Is there such a thing as good music and bad music-
5-What is "glorious freedom"?

Today's Scripture
Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us…” (Ephesians 3:20).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday February 19, 2008 thought for the day

"COME UNTO ME"

SORRY THIS IS LATE TODAY-I WAS GONE OVERNIGHT!!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Salvation isn't the result of an intellectual experience-
2-The life we live not the words we say determine our eternal destiny-
3-A mere verbal expression of faith is self deception-
4-To call yourself a christian and not be obedient to God's word is an illusion-
5-Confession without obedience is a sham-

Strange thought-if you want your dreams to come true you must not over sleep-

I've learned-when you buy an old "project" house you spend more time at the hardware store than you do at home-

5 things I want to know
1-Did my soul exist before I was born?
2-How is it that we keep what we give away?
3-Do we have to go through tough times to know Jesus love?
4-Is the quantity of our faith important?
5-Why do problems in our life cause questions in our mind?

Scripture for today-"clothes yourself with humility toward one another" (1 peter 5:5)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday February 18, 2008 thought for the day

"SAY PLEASE"


Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Trust is not given, it is to be earned-
2-Hope-faith holding our hand in the dark-
3-We need to introduce people to Jesus and let Jesus clean them up-
4-Choose one thing to do for Jesus and do it with all your being-
5-Faith and works-both must be in place to work the tight rope of life-

Strange thought-those who dance are considered crazy by those who can't hear the music-

I've learned-the time to read the instructions is before you put the swing set together-

5 things I want to know
1-Is the key to the abortion issue-murder, right to life, freedom of choice or when the body has a soul?
2-When does a fetus take on the "image of God" and receive a "soul"?
3-Since the ability to think and reason separates man from the animals, is the mind what is known as the soul?
4-Is the abortion issue an "always " and "never" situation?
5-Do all aspects of morality have never changing absolutes?

Scripture for today-"These are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name" (John20:31)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday February 17, 2008 thought for the day

ISN'T THIS A BEAUTIFUL PEACEFUL SCENE?
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Given enough time most problems tend to resolve themselves-
2-Insecurity causes you to leave a way of escape in places you enjoy-
3-It is one thing to know about pain and another to experience it-
4-Be sure you know where you sit before you tell someone where to stand-
5-There is supernatural power in agreement-

Strange thought-middle age is when broadness of the mind and narrowness of the waist change places-

I've learned-there is no elevator to success, you have to take the stairs

5 things I want to know
1-Should there be a distinction in the mind of the Christian between spiritual and secular?
2-Is there a difference in taking a life and failing to save it?
3-Should the right to life depend on the circumstances of conception?
4-When does a soul enter a life?
5-Does the word murder only apply to humans?

Scripture for today-"You are light in the Lord. Live as children of light" (Ephesians 5:8)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday February 16, 2008 thought for the day

WE ARE SUPPOSED TO GET ANOTHER BAD WINTER STORM THIS WEEKEND-I SAY ENOUGH!!!-BUT IT DOES MAKE FOR PRETTY SCENERY-
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-It wasn't raining when Noah built the ark-
2-Seven days without laughter makes one weak-
3-Grace-God gives us what we don't deserve
Mercy-God doesn't give us what we do deserve-
4-The offspring of being cautious is insecurity-
5-Don't choose permanent solutions to temporary situations-

Strange thought-if you look like your passport picture you probably need the trip-

I've learned-being a grandparent is God's compensation for growing older-

5 things I want to know
1-How do we know when we are doing something "in Christ"?
2-What is true worship?
3-How do you know when you have wisdom?
4-Is the Christian assured their trials will produce good in their life?
5-Are all Christians prejudiced?

Scripture for today-"Above all, love each other deeply" (1 Peter 4:8)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Friday February 15, 2008 thought for the day

"GIRL FRIENDS"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-You can't get yourself out of sin-
2-A real friend never gets in your way unless you are on the way down-
3-Excellence- the gradual result of always striving to do a little better-
4-Darkness brings the opportunity for the light to shine brighter-
5-You can tell more about a person by what he says about others than by what others say about him-

Strange thought-life is a drawing without an eraser-

I've learned-you can tell a lot about a man by the way he handles these 5 things-a rainy holiday,
lost luggage, tangled Christmas tree lights, a wrecked auto and a rude waiter-

5 things I want to know
1-Is more ever enough?
2-Is there a difference in being a disciple or a believer?
3-Does repentance save you?
4-Can you love what you don't understand?
5-If you can't meet everyone's needs, how do you know who to help?

Today's Scripture
“Love never fails” (I Corinthians 13:8).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday February 14, 2008 thought for the day

"HAPPY VALENTINE DAY SWEETHEART"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-God doesn't make winners out of winners but out of losers-
2-God expects honesty and obedience but not perfection-
3-God hates sin because it separates him from the people he created-
4-Our life is really not about us-
5-It is easy to sing when you are happy-

Strange thought-love doesn't require two people to look at each other but that they look together
in the same direction-

I've learned-the exact size drill bit I need is always the one missing from the set-

5 things I want to know
1-Why do Christians participate in the non Christian traditions of-Christmas-Easter-Halloween-etc?
2-Why is Sunday the day of worship, would another day be okay?
3-Is Sunday more holy than the other 6 days?
4-Is fasting the giving up of food?
5-Do others know us as Christians or church goers?

Today's Scripture
“This Book of the Law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall deal wisely and have good success” (Joshua 1:8).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday February 13, 2008 thought for the day

A PRETTY MISS PLAYING HIDE AND SEEK IN THE SNOW
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-It isn't the burdens of today that make us unhappy, it is the regrets over yesterday and the fear of tomorrow-
2-Regret and fear are twin thieves who rob us of happiness today-
3-Money magnifies what you are-
4-Speak to God about your friend before you speak to your friend about God-
5-Faith-daring your heart to go beyond what your eyes can see-

Strange thought-profanity is a crutch for a weak mind-

I've learned-what a child learns at home lasts until they die-

5 things I want to know
1-How do we learn to get to the place of "whatsoever state I am therewith to be content"?
2-Does every problem have a spiritual basis?
3-How long can you go without sinning?
4-Is there a right and wrong answer to every problem?
5-What is unconditional love?

Today's Scripture
“For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened” (Matthew 7:8).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday February 12, 2008 thought for the day

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ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL WINTER SCENE!!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Wealth is not in having great possessions but in having few wants-
2-Money should be a servant not a master-
3-Nothing will ever be attempted if all possible objections must first be overcome-
4-The true joy of life is the trip-
5-Relish the moment-

Strange thought-the real problem with leisure time is how to keep others from using yours-

I've learned-honesty in little things is not a little thing-

5 things I want to know
1-Is there love without commitment?
2-Will God test your commitment?
3-Is spiritual stability related to emotional stability?
4-Can spiritual problems come from physical and emotional weakness?
5-Is there an infallible sign of the presence of God?

Today's Scripture
“…Follow the ways of your heart…” (Ecclesiastes 11:9).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday February 11, 2008 thought for the day

MR AND MRS SNOW MAN COME TO SAY HI!!!!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Mercy triumphs over judgement-
2-Faith without deeds is dead faith and deeds without faith are dead deeds-
3-All ends are also beginnings-
4-Be sure your motive in praying is to honor God and not trying to control him-
5-Money is of no value in and of itself for it cannot spend itself-

Strange thought-any wound can be cared for by love, but there is no medicine for the wound caused by love-

I've learned-happiness is a like perfume, you can't give it away without getting a little on yourself-

5 things I want to know
1-If Christians are all God's children, then why are we so divided?
2-How much prayer is enough?
3-Is it a sin to eat food that is unhealthy or harmful to the body?
4-Can we become Christian fanatics?
5-Is there commitment without love?

Today's Scripture
“A simple man believes anything, but a prudent man gives thought to his steps” (Proverbs 14:15).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday February 10, 2008 thought for the day

THIS IS HOW COLD IT LOOKS HERE THIS MORNING
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Compromise-preference over principle-
2-Testing shows if what you say is what you believe-
3-Compromise is not an isolated event but becomes a way of life-
4-Backsliding begins with compromise-
5-We need to raise the sails of our life so the winds of the holy spirit can move us along to where
God wants us to be-

Strange thought-when a train goes through a tunnel and it gets dark, you don't throw away your ticket and jump off--you sit still and trust the engineer-

I've learned-moving away from my closest friends was much harder than I thought it would be-

5 things I want to know
1-Why do we think someone is unbiblical when they do not agree with our theology?
2-Can we ever give ourselves completely to God?
3-How can we be assured the bible is God's word to us?
4-Why do we hear more preaching against sinful acts than for spirit filled acts?
5-Is the church guilty of mind control?

Scripture for today-"anyone who does not do what is right is not a child of God" 1 John 3:10-

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday February 9, 2008 thought for the day

HOW IS THIS FOR SOME WINTER ART DESIGNS
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-God is everywhere so pray anywhere-
2-Compromise-choosing something lesser over something better-
3-Compromise-giving up something important to you to get something you want more-
4-When you compromise with evil you always lose-
5-Christians should never be intimidated to witness about their faith-

Strange thought-we often try to fix problems with wd-40 and duct tape-God did it with nails-

I've learned-big problems always start off small-

5 things I want to know
1-Is it possible to give too much tithe or offerings?
2-When we criticize others are we judging them?
3-Should tithe always be given first even if it means other things are left unpaid?
4-Would you steal food to keep your children from going hungry?
5-Is the church looking for conformists rather than individual thinkers?

Scripture for today-"the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous" 1 peter 3:12

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Friday February 8, 2008 thought for the day

ANOTHER PRETTY WINTER PICTURE
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Great opportunities may come once in a lifetime but small opportunities we have every day-
2-Our acts of obedience are more important to God than our praise, prayers or worship-
3-Do the right things out of love not duty-
4-Intimate friendship with God is a choice not an accident-
5-It is not how hard you fall but how soft you land-

Strange thought-ideas won't work unless "I" do-

I've learned-you can't expect your children to listen to your advice and ignore your example-

5 things I want to know
1-Can sin be defined away from the bible?
2-Can we spiritualize all of our problems?
3-Is the church more concerned with preserving the faith than saving the lost?
4-How can we criticize someone when we have not walked in their shoes?
5-Is it true that the more we give ourselves to God the more we have to give to others?

Today's Scripture
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come” (II Corinthians 5:17).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday February 6, 2008 thought for the day

LOOK CAREFULLY AT THIS PICTURE-AT FIRST IT LOOKS LIKE A BEAR ON IT'S SIDE BUT IT ACTUALLY IS A MAN SLIDING IN THE SAND AFTER A BROAD JUMP-IT IS A TERRIFIC ACTION SHOT!-
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Nobody can do everything-
2-The church was never intended to be a "country club" for christians-
3-The church should be God's new society-
4-It is only when laws demand we deny our faith or compromise our christian standards that we should
refuse to obey them for the sake of Jesus-
5-If there is no hell, Jesus death was a tragic sacrifice-

Strange thought-everyone wants to have truth on their side but few want to be on the side of truth-

I've learned-a daily 30 minute walk is the easiest and most beneficial thing you can do for your health-

5 things I want to know
1-Is what the bible calls our "heart" really our mind?
2-Is there really power in the name of Jesus?
3-Does it matter what name we use in our prayers-Jesus-God-Father-Savior-Lord-etc?
4-Do we live like "I'd rather have Jesus..."
5-Why don't we as Christians take a proactive stand against social sins?

Today's Scripture
“But we have this treasure in earthen vessels…” (II Corinthians 4:7 NKJ).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday February7, 2008 thought for the day

A PRETTY WINTER PICTURE-here are my thoughts for today-
1-Never give up on the people you love-
2-You can't love God unless you know him and you can't know him without knowing his word-
3-Prayer is your speaking to God and meditation is God speaking to you-
4-You are as close to God as you chose to be-
5-The closer we follow Jesus the deeper our relationship becomes-

Strange thought-if you want your dreams to come true, you must not oversleep-

I've learned-an insatiable curiosity is important to never feeling old-

5 things I want to know
1-What have we accepted as truth that is not a part of the bible?
2-Are faith and trust the same?
3-If we don't read the bible, how will we know right from wrong?
4-Does God ever appear to not make sense?
5-Can we know God's will and not read the bible?

Today's Scripture
“Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God" (Mark 10:27).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday February 5, 2008 thought for the day

THIS SURE SUMS UP THE WEATHER HERE THIS WEEK--CRAZY!!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-The bible tells us all we need to know about God-
2-For all its wonder and beauty, nature doesn't give us many details about God-
3-Because Jesus was God, he showed us what God is like and because he was human we can understand
Him-
4-Loving is the likeness of God which people ought to see in his children-
5-Christians should be the most loving and giving people of all-

Strange thought-when people suffer they ask "why me?', but when they prosper they never ask "why me?'-

I've learned-I don't make many mistakes with my mouth shut-

5 things I want to know
1-Why do we so soon forget what God has done for us?
2-Are we all prodigal sons in some way?
3-Can we be reconciled to God and not be reconciled to our brother?
4-Can agape love be shown to non Christians?
5-Are things right because the bible says so or does the bible say so because things are right?

Today's Scripture
“…you have not passed this way before” (Joshua 3:4).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday February 4, 2008 thought for the day

"GOTCHA!!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Being a christian is not trying-it is trusting-
2-Salvation is a gift, we don't have to supplement it with our own efforts-
3-We never stop being God's children-
4-It is unnatural for christians to be popular with the world-
5-For Jesus, the old testament was God's word-

Strange thought-artificial intelligence is no match for natural stupidity-

I've learned-all transactions and relationships are enriched by courtesy-

5 things I want to know
1-Why does the joy of our salvation tend to fade out?
2-Does unwavering faith guarantee answers to our prayers?
3-How can we turn doubts into victory?
4-Why is it the more we do for someone the more we like them?
5-How important is it to reach the "right" people with the gospel?

Scripture for today-Do not repay evil or insult with insult, but with blessing-(1Peter 3:9)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday February 3, 2008 thought for the day

"GOOD NIGHT SLEEP TIGHT"!!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Being a christian is not just making one decision but of deciding every day to trust God with our lives-
2-You can't live a christian life without being plugged into God's power source-
3-Christian living is the result of Jesus living on the inside-
4-We are never more ourselves than when we live out the Christian experience-
5-We are only tempted in our own areas of weakness-

Strange thought-it is not the jeans that make your behind look fat-it is the fat-

I've learned-never try out a new recipe on guests-

5 things I want to know
1-Is the lack of emphasis the same as de-emphasis?
2-Who are the best christians?
3-What would happen to us if we looked at other people through the eyes of Jesus?
4-Why are so many christians critical people?
5-Should we ever give out of duty rather than love?

Scripture for today-He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness (1 Peter 2:24)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday February 2, 2008 thought for the day

HOPE YOU LIKE THIS PICTURE-here are my thoughts for today-
1-Becoming a christian means to give your life to Jesus and become his follower-
2-Making Jesus lord of your life means submitting your life to his control-
3-What we believe is more important than believing-
4-How you live shows what you believe about Jesus-
5-Being a Christian involves nothing less than whole hearted commitment to Jesus-

Strange thought-a person who is nice to you but rude to the waitress is not a nice person-

I've learned-expensive silk ties are the only ones that attract spaghetti sauce-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW
1-Is freedom really free?
2-What is the greatest praise we can give to God?
3-What is more important-what we say to God or what he says to us?
4-Do we deserve God's mercy or his justice-which do we desire most?
5-Speaking of the Holy Spirit-do you find the gift when you find the giver or do you find the giver when
you find the gift?

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY-"you were redeemed from the empty way of life....with the precious blood of
Christ (1Peter1:18&19)

I WISH YOU A DAY FILLED WITH LOVE, LAUGHTER FORGIVENESS AND THANKSGIVING-jasper

Friday February 1, 2008 thought for the day

"WHOOPS"
We had a major snow storm last night and it is still snowing this morning-we had at least 12"-what fun I am going to have later trying to shovel my driveway-it will probably take at least 3-4 hours-makes me tired already just thinking about it!-here are my thoughts for today-
1-It is the Holy Spirit that makes us hungry for God-
2-People often need to feel some disappointment in their life before they will admit they need God-
3-Salvation is free but not cheep-
4-Becoming a christian is not turning over a new leaf, it is starting a new life-
5-Repentance is more than being sorry for our wrongdoing but a turning away from it-

Strange thought-opportunities always look bigger going than coming-

I've learned-you shouldn't brag about one of your children in the presence of another-

5 things I want to know
1-When we pray should we seek the gift or the giver?
2-Is God hard to find if you sincerely seek him?
3-How can you pray when you have no words to say?
4-Is God only a prayer away?
5-Is our salvation free or does it cost us something?

Today's Scripture
“…Surely this is our God; we trusted in Him, and He saved us” (Isaiah 25:9).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday January 31, 2008 thought for the day

"I'VE GOT TO CHECK THIS GUY OUT!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-The only certain thing about this life is death and the judgement-
2-To admit a miracle is to admit God-
3-Jesus is the only way to God and the gospel is the truth about Jesus-
4-The christian life isn't just something you do or keep up, it is something God does in you-
5-Starting over again with God usually begins with a sense of need not a sense of God-

Strange thought-don't worry what people think, they don't do it very often-

I've learned-if a child is not getting attention and love at home, he will go somewhere else to find it-

5 things I want to know
1-Is tithing old testament (under law) or new testament (under grace)?
2-Does God ever say "Okay, let's see if you really meant it when you said I love you Lord"?
3-What are we willing to give to see our prayers answered?
4-Do we sometimes treat prayer as a "quick fix"?
5-Can we pray for God to deliver us from a problem that was of our own making?

Today's Scripture
“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap” (Luke 6:38).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday January 30, 2008 thought for the day

"OH OH, I'M IN TROUBLE NOW"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Personal conflict can be an opportunity for personal growth-
2-Sin-breaking of God's law, missing the mark, rejecting God's will and purpose for your life-
3-You cannot remain neutral about Jesus-
4-Jesus was either who he said he was or he was a raving lunatic-
5-Parable-a story with a spiritual meaning in it-

Strange thought-it is easier to ask for forgiveness than to get permission-

I've learned-it takes a lot more creativity to find out what is right than what's wrong-

5 things I want to know
1-Have christians given up their responsibility to those in need to governmental agencies?
2-Do we see those in need as less fortunate rather than as brothers and sisters?
3-Why do we judge groups by their worst members?
4-Is it hard to show compassion?
5-What is meant by the phrase "praying through"?

Today's Scripture
“For He chose us in Him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in His sight” (Ephesians 1:4).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday January 229, 2008 thought for today

"YOU'RE MY FRIEND"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-You don't test courage by being cautious-
2-Success in life is easier if you keep a cool head and a warm heart rather than a hot head and cold feet-
3-There are two kinds of people-givers and takers-the takers may live better but the givers sleep better-
4-Don't be so consumed by what is wrong in your marriage that you forget about what is good-
5-Falling in love is easy, staying in love is hard-

Strange thought-experience is a wonderful thing, it enables you to recognize a mistake when you make it again-

I've learned-if I don't know the answer it is best to say "I don't know"

5 things I want to know
1-Can God change my will?
2-Why do bad things happen to good people?
3-How do we know when we have become materialistic minded?
4-Does wealth make you less sensitive to those in need?
5-Is it Christian to become self sufficient?

Today's Scripture
“The mind of man plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps” (Proverbs 16:9).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday January 28, 2008 thought for the day

"O THAT IS SOOOO FUNNY"!!!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Never confuse feeling guilty with being guilty-
2-Heaven will be a place of worship at its purest level-
3-The Christian life is a balance of living now with a hope for the future-
4-If God gives you a dream, he also gives you the strength to reach it-
5-Many a false step is made standing still-

Strange thought-don't confuse your career with your life!-

I've learned-what my father said is true-time does seem to go faster the older you get-

5 things I want to know-
1-Is heaven and paradise the same place?
2-Is the Holy Spirit received by laying on of hands?
3-If you really believed in a final judgement, how would it effect your way of living today?
4-Is the way we treat others the way we treat Jesus?
5-Do we have to put ourselves down in order to magnify Jesus?

Today's Scripture
“This one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind I press forward to what lies ahead” (Philippians 3:13).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday January 27, 2008 thought for the day

"EYE TO EYE, NOSE TO NOSE!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-With a praise in your soul you can endure anything-
2-Sinful behavior is just a reflection of what we are on the inside-
3-What we are on the inside comes out in our outward actions-
4-Good attitudes and behavior we have to be taught-
5-It is never easy to live with a bad conscience-

Strange thought-middle age is when broadness of the mind and the narrowness of the waist change places-

I've learned-my greatest fear is that in later years I'll look back at a long list of things "I never got around to"-

5 things I want to know-
1-What is the proof of receiving salvation?
2-How can you know for sure that your love for God is real?
3-Should we always pray "thy will be done"?
4-Should I claim a promise and then thank God it has already been done?
5-How is it possible for christians to become depressed?

Scripture for today--When Jesus saw their faith, he said to them, "friend, your sins are forgiven!-(Luke 5:20)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday January 26, 2008 thought for the day

"THE KISS"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Thanksgiving and humility go hand in hand-
2-The collapse of character begins with compromise-
3-Many times we get out of our circumstances too quick and miss God's blessing-
4-When God does a work in your life--set up a reminder-
5-The strength of your faith is only revealed in facing your problem-

Strange thought-if you look like your passport picture, you probably need the trip-

I've learned-deciding who you marry is the most life changing decision you will ever make-

5 things I want to know-
1-Will God tell you his plan for you before you stop doing your own?
2-If once we have been anointed for healing, should we continue to pray for healing?
3-Do we really believe that God loves our neighbor?
4-Do our friends know how to come to God?
5-Do we really believe "Jesus never fails"?

Scripture for today-In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ (1 Peter 1:3)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Friday January 25, 2008 thought for the day

"GIDDY UP"!!!!!!!!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-gratitude is the attitude that makes optimism possible-
2-thankfulness can increase your joy by increasing your sense of blessing-
3-it is only when you start counting your blessings that you realize how many you really have-
4-counting blessings is like hugging God back-
5-possibilities is a gift offered only to the living-

Strange thoughts-who put the "thin ice" sign on the thin ice?

I've learned-if you don't have a will or do some estate planning, the government and lawyers
become your heirs-

5 things I want to know
1-How can a Christian talk about the lost without tears in their eyes?
2-What does it take to turn an indifferent Christian into one who cares?
3-What is the ultimate test of faith-
4-Is prayer your speaking to God or God communicating to you?
5-Do you have to experience Christianity before you can understand it?

Scripture for today-"At the name of Jesus every knee will bow....and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord" Phil. 2:10-11

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday January 24, 2008 thought for the day

"PLEASE CHANGE MY LITTER BOX"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-the more good you do for others, the more good happens to you-
2-serving others does not mean sacrificing all your own needs-
3-enjoying the moment of everyday and the blessings of your life does not make you selfish, actually it will make you more caring-
4-how you see the world depends on what lens you are looking through-
5-the amount of joy in your heart is directly related to the thankfulness of your attitude-

Strange thought-a lot of money is tainted-'taint yours and 'taint mine

I've learned-people treat me the way I allow them to treat me-

5 things I want to know
1-Why are we impatient with long prayers?
2-Do people want a savior but not a Lord?
3-Would we recognize the voice of God if He chose to speak to us?
4-Are most Christians slow to forgive the wrongs of others?
5-How do you know when you have peace?

Today's Scripture
“Then Nathan said to David, Do all that is in your heart, for God is with you.” (I Chronicles 17:2).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday January 23, 2008 thought for the day

AREN'T THESE PRETTY AND COLORFUL BIRDS!!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-it is wrong to think that serving others is having to do something we don't enjoy-
2-one person can't do everything and is not supposed to do everything-
3-you will receive a blessing from serving others but you may not always see results-
4-saying and being thankful are not the same-
5-in the sowing and reaping principle, your harvest doesn't always come in the form you expect-

Strange thought-it is better to have loved a short woman than never to have loved a tall-

I've learned-ultimately takers lose and givers win!

5 things I want to know-
1-When does anger become resentment?
2-In your body, where is your soul?
3-Why do Christians need to be motivated about their salvation?
4-Why do Christians often have to be begged to participate in a church program?
5-Can a group of people know God's will or is it just for individuals?

Today's Scripture
“The reverent fear and worship of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom’s friend” (Psalm 111:10).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday January 22, 2008 thought for today

"NO MUSTARD ON MY HOT DOG PLEASE!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Those who give of themselves discover the secret of lasting joy-
2-The flow of blessings in your life is dependent on your passing blessings on to someone else-
3-Giving, sharing and thinking of others had to be learned as we were not born with that desire-
4-Make selflessness a guiding principal of your life-
5-We all need o practice random acts of kindness and senseless acts of beauty-

Strange thought-marathon runners with bad shoes suffer the agony of de feet-

I've learned-we are always seeking our parents approval-

5 things I want to know
1-Would we know an angel if we say one?
2-Does education make us intelligent?
3-When does God give up on a person?
4-What is the worst sin?
5-If God has forgiven someone who has hurt us, can we continue to carry the hurt?

Today's Scripture
“Abraham believed God and it was credited to him as righteousness, and he was called God’s friend” (James 2:23).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday January 21, 2008 thought for the day

"FRIENDS"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Gratitude is the antidote for pride-
2-Anything worth loving is worth your time and attention-
3-Anything familiar, even if it is precious, is easy to take for granted-
4-We must learn to practice paying attention-
5-When it comes to real happiness, self serving isn't it-

Strange thought-acupuncture is a jab well done-

I've learned-there is no substitute for good manners-

5 things I want to know
1-Is the word "faith" primarily a spiritual word?
2-Does faith need encouragement?
3-Are faith and intellect opposites?
4-Do Christians really believe they are in a battle?
5-In the spiritual world, does personality count for anything?

Today's Scripture
“No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him” (I Corinthians 2:9).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday January 20, 2008 thought for the day

"I THINK I CAN"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-The existence of something new does not mean "I got to have it"-
2-Enough is not only enough but enough is sometimes abundant-
3-You are not only what you eat but also what you read, listen to, look at and what you say and do-
4-Beauty is not a luxury-
5-Beauty enters your heart through all your senses-

Strange thought-Santa's helpers are subordinate clauses-

I've learned-it is harmful for parents to live out their athletic fantasies through their children-

5 things I want to know
1- Is church attendance used by some as a security blanket?
2-Which comes first in faith-feeling or fact?
3-Which comes first in love-feeling or fact?
4-Can you successfully love someone without their wanting to be loved by you?
5-How do you tell confidence from arrogance?

Scripture for today-"come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest" Matthew -11:28

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday January 19, 2008 thought for the day

"DO YOU SEE WHAT I SEE?"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Schedules and routines are meant to serve us not rule us-
2-If you know what you were put on earth to do, all other decisions fall into place-
3-Thinking forward to tomorrow can help determine your focus for today-
4-You can probably have it all but not all at the same time-
5-Learning to say no to what you don't need begins with learning to say yes to what you already have-

Strange thought-bakers trade bread recipes on a kneed to know basis-

I've learned-what you think about, you become-

5 things I want to know-
1-How do you know your faith is not in faith itself?
2-Did God truly make us as we are?
3-Is there any level of uncertainty in faith?
4-Can a Christian be blessed of God without living by faith?
5-Can your profession of faith be blessed by God without your doing "works"?

Scripture for today-Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker-Psalms 95:6

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Friday January 18, 2008 thought for the day

"WHAT AM I DOING HERE"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-We tend to suspect others of our own faults and failures-
2-Giving way to doubt and fear only breeds more of the same-
3-In material terms, more is better is a myth-
4-Don't get so busy cleaning up after yesterday and planning for tomorrow you don't notice today-
5-Although we can plan for the future and remember the past, the only day we can really live is today-

Strange thought-when she saw her first strands of gray hair, she thought she'd dye-

I've learned-everyone can be generous with praise-

5 things I want to know-
1-When praying, do Christians prefer open or closed doors?
2-Why does it seem that Christians are so often discouraged?
3-How do we know faith is not mere presumption?
4-Is faith always based on a promise?
5-Does faith have to be acted on to be faith?

Scripture for today-At the name of Jesus every knee will bow....and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord-Phil. 2:10-11

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday January 17, 2008 thought for the day

"SMILE"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-We often try to meet our spiritual needs in a physical and material way-
2-Never growing up is not a desirable option for anyone-
3-Curiosity is the basic state of a young child's mind-
4-Disappointments often make you suspicious and overly cautious-
5-Trust is an attitude you choose-

Strange thought-if you jump off a Paris bridge, you in Seine

I've learned-if you are the boss and you stop rowing, you shouldn't be surprised if everyone else does too-

5 things I want to know-
1-Is it better to be a resolver or to have patience?
2-Does love always come full circle?
3-How does trust affect stress?
4-Is it Christian to think smaller is more virtuous than bigger?
5-Is there such a thing as birthright Christians?

Today's Scripture
“Those who are led by the Spirit of God are the sons of God” (Romans 8:14).

I -wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Wednesday January 16, 2008 thought for the day

"I'M OUTTA HERE"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-What a person is really like is shown by the friends they choose-
2-Rich and poor are alike in that they both depend on God for breath-
3-God keeps on loving us whether we want him to or not-
4-God is good to us in spite of ourselves because He is true to himself-
5-Love wants the very best for the person loved-

Strange thought-when you've seen one shopping center, you've seen a mall-

I've learned-I love my brother because he sticks up for me-

5 things I want to know
1-Is there a difference in being a Christian and being Christian?
2-Can you have responsibility without having control?
3-Is God obligated to save our kids if we raise them "right"?
4-Are parents totally responsible for the outcome of their kids?
5-If Christianity is so real why are so many Christians life so unreal?

Today's Scripture
“Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of our faith…” (Hebrews 12:1).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday January 15, 2008 thought for today

WHAT'S SO FUNNY"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-We make our owns plans but the final outcome is in God's hands-
2-A little gained honestly is better than great wealth gained by dishonest means-
3-Pride always precedes personal destruction-
4-A cheerful heart is like good medicine-
5-To be held in loving esteem is better than great riches-

Strange thought-those who get too big for their britches will be exposed in the end-

I've learned-to insure rain, schedule an outdoor wedding-

5 things I want to know
1-Why is it that Christians seem to be more divided than united?
2-Why do we emphasize the difference with fellow believers instead of what we share in common?
3-How can we expect to have friends if we are not willing to open our hearts too others?
4-Why are we willing to settle to be "average" Christians?
5-Why do we call someone a "good" Christian, as if there is another kind?

Today's Scripture
“Light arises in the darkness for the upright…” (Psalm 112:4).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Monday January 14, 2008 thought for the day

'NITE NITE!!!'
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Men fall in love with their eyes, women with their ears-
2-God is not the God of "what if' but of "nevertheless"-
3-Jesus is not the God of the tomb but of the resurrection-
4-Being kidnapped and held for ransom never worries the poor-
5-It is better to eat soup with someone you love than steak with someone you hate-

Strange thought-a short fortune teller who escaped from prison--a small medium at large--

I've learned-as long as I have my health, older is better than younger-

5 things I want to know-
1-Can we pray for church growth and then not invite others-?
2-Can we pray for our financial needs to be met if we don't tithe?
3-Can we pray for forgiveness if we aren't forgiving?
4-Can we ask God to supply our needs if we don't share what we do have?
5-Can we ask God to save our friends if we aren't willing to tell them the good news of salvation?

Today's Scripture
“…God disciplines us for our good, that we may share in His holiness” (Hebrews 12:10).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday January 13, 2008 thought for the day

"MY MASTER WILL BE SO PROUD"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-You learn faith by acting in faith-
2-Everyone in their own way is called to "let your light shine"-
3-Positive actions have positive results-
4-When you give of yourself to someone else, you get back more than you gave-
5-The best present you can give someone is your undivided attention-

STRANGE THOUGHT-A plateau is a high form of flattery-

I'VE LEARNED-categorizing people is destructive and unfair-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW-
1-Can a sin be forgiven before it is admitted?
2-Can you be loving and stern at the same time?
3-Is forgiveness conditional?
4-Which is more effective in controlling our behavior-internal or external pressure?
5-Does prayer really change things?

Scripture for today-Whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for me will find it-
Matthew 16:25

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday January12, 2008 thought for thje day

SUPER MOUSE!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Nothing comes from nothing-
2-Creativity requires courage-
3-Learn to trust in the principle of providence-
4-Faith is more than belief-it is a form of courage-
5-We all have opportunities to light a candle rather than curse the darkness-

Strange thought-he had a photographic memory which was never developed-

I've learned-love will break your heart, but it is worth it!!!-

5 things I want to know
1-When God said "let us make man in our own image", who was He referring to?
2-Why did God talk in confusing parables?
3-Do some people have an "evil" bent from the very beginning of their lives more than others?
4-Do we always receive back what we give away?
5-Are most Christians in a "thank you God" but take it for granted way?

Today's Scripture
“Let your eyes look straight ahead, fix your gaze directly before you” (Proverbs 4:25).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Friday January 11, 2008 thought for the day

"COME PLAY WITH ME!"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Your biggest disappointment often turns into your greatest blessing-
2-Even the most blessed life is not without problems-
3-The act of expressing your thanks to someone make you feel more grateful-
4-Everyone appreciates being noticed and appreciated-
5-Nothing comes from nothing-

Strange thought-a boiled egg is hard to beat!-

I've learned-regardless of which line you get in, the other one moves faster-

5 things I want to know-
1-Is joy an infallible sign of the presence of God?
2-How do you distinguish between gossiping and sharing?-
3-What does it mean God will take care of you?-
4-Are Christians the only ones who have eternal life?-
5-Did Jesus family understand that he was of a virgin birth?-

Today's Scripture
“So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal” (2 Corinthians 4:18).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday January 10, 2008 thought for the day

"I THINK I DRANK THE WHOLE THING"
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Remember, all adults were once children-
2-Joy can come in the midst of suffering where happiness cannot-
3-The color within us colors the whole world around us-
4-It is hard to take yourself too seriously when you are laughing at yourself-
5-When thankfulness comes hard, you need a sense of gratitude to brighten your day-

Strange thought-a lot of money is tainted-'taint yours and 'taint mine-

I've learned-you should keep your promised no matter what-

5 things I want to know
1-Are God's promises conditional or unconditional?
2-Do evangelical Christians have more quilt problems than other Christians?
3-How does the shedding of blood bring atonement for sin?
4-Why do Christians tend to kill their wounded?
5-Why do many Christians seem to be so cliquish?

Today's Scripture
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” (2 Corinthians 5:17)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Tuesday January 8, 2008 thought for today

"MOM !--FOR HOW LONG"-here are my thoughts for today-
1-Trust involves risk-
2-It is not how much we give but how much love we put into giving-
3-Giving is a privilege not a duty-
4-You give little when you give your money, it is when you give of yourself that you truly give-
5-Jesus would not have died on the cross if we could have paid for our own sins-

Strange thought-he broke into song because he couldn't find the key-

I've learned-I have never regretted being too generous but often regretted not being generous enough-

5 things I want to know-
1-Is it possible to be totally honest?
2-Should we follow our conscience?
3-Does a Christian home a happy marriage make?
4-What does it take to be a true disciple?
5-Can we be so heavenly minded that we are no earthly good-

Today's Scripture
“A Righteous man may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all” (Psalm 34:19)

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Sunday January 6, 2008 thought for the day

"UMMMM, LUNCH!!"
WE OFTEN SEE DEER AROUND OUR PLACE-ONCE EVEN IN OUR BACK YARD WHEN IT HAD CLEARED A CHAIN LINK FENCE-THAT IS UNTIL OUR DOG CHASED IT OUT-here are my thoughts for today-
1-What's right isn't always popular, what's popular isn't always right-
2-If you want to enjoy the rainbow, you must put up with the rain-
3-Your past doesn't have to equal your future-
4-The reward of a thing well done is having done it-
5-Patience-hoping without being anxious-

Strange thought-you are stuck with your debt if you cannot budge it-

I've learned-it is hard for anyone to keep a secret-

5 things I want to know-
1-How does the Holy Spirit live in us/through us?
2-Do Christians really believe that Jesus died for everyone and has forgiveness for all?
3-Is real love a feeling, a decision or an action?
4-Why don't Christians spend more time weeping over the lost-or do we even do it at all?
5-Is our religious faith a "personal" thing?

Scripture for today-"Anyone who does not take up his cross and follow me is not worthy of me"-Matt 10:38

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Saturday January 5, 2008 thought for the day

TEAMWORK!!!-here are my thoughts for today-
1-Choice not chance determines your destiny-
2-Of all the things you wear, expression is the most important-
3-Silent and listen are spelled with the same letters-
4-Ignorance is always more expensive than education-
5-The music means nothing if no one can hear it-

Strange thought-A grenade which fell onto a kitchen floor in France resulted in Linoleum Blownapart-

I've learned-the wealthy person is one who is content with what he has-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW-
1-Why can't we forgive others as we want to be forgiven?
2-What does it mean to "bless"?
3-How do we bless God?
4-Does God bless both the saved and unsaved?
5-Have most of us substituted church attendance for worship?


Today's Scripture
“For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor; no good thing does He withhold from those whose walk is blameless” (Psalm 84:11).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving- jasper

Friday January 4, 2008 thought for the day

REMEMBER NOW, WE HAVE TO SHARE THIS MEAL!!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Courage is often the price that life expects for giving peace-
2-Life without liberty is like a body without spirit-
3-Do not go where the path leads but go where there is no path and leave a trail-
4-We make a living by what we get and a life by what we give-
5-Desire gets you going, motivation keeps you going-

Strange thought-the man who fell into an upholstery machine is now fully recovered-

I've learned-if you want to go to parties, you have to give some parties-

5 things I want to know-
1-Do real Christians sin-
2-Who/what is a friend-
3-Why do we hurt the ones we love-
4-Why do most people wear a mask most of the time-
5-Do we really believe in the Lordship of Christ-

Today's Scripture
“We thank God continually because, when you received the Word of God, which you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of man, but as it actually is—the Word of God which is at work in you who believe” (I Thessalonians 2:13 NIV).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

Thursday January 3, 2008 thought for the day

LOOKS LIKE WHEN THE DOG IS AWAY THE CAT WILL SLEEP!!!!-here are my thoughts for today-
1-Nothing can be changed until it is faced-
2-Character is made in the small moments and displayed in the great ones-
3-Your reputation is not built on what you are going to do-
4-Even if you limp you are still walking-
5-Whatever you are, be a good one-

Strange thought-when a clock is hungry, it goes back four seconds-

I've learned-any place I haven't visited, offers the same potential for adventure and excitement as any other-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW-
1-What is a disciplined life?
2-Are Christians basically pacifists?
3-Could/should the church be more active in the community?
4-Why is the church not more effective in reaching the community?
5-Have Christians lost their saltiness?

Today's Scripture
“Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible" (Matthew 19:26 NIV).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper

BRRRRR-IT IS VERY COLD HERE AGAIN THIS MORNING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wednesday January 2, 2008 thought for the day

BEWARE OF THE DOG!!!!!!!
Here are my thoughts for today-
1-Experience is what you call your mistakes-
2-Success-caring for someone else-
3-You may be disappointed if you fail but you can't succeed if you don't-
4-Every flower must grow through dirt-
5-Motivation is always more important than mere talent-

STRANGE THOUGHT-show me a piano falling down a mine shaft and I'll show you a-flat miner-

I'VE LEARNED-if you stay focused on yourself, you are guaranteed to be miserable-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW-
1-What is love?
2-Can you be a christian and not be loving and giving?
3-Do we worship by attending church?
4-Do we really know how to pray?
5-Why are our prayers not more effective-

Today's Scripture
"I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in Me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing" (John 15:5 NIV).

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-
IT IS SO VERY COLD HERE THIS MORNING-2*

Tuesday January 1, 2008 thought for today

IT REALLY IS HERE-2008-I HOPE YOU ARE THANKFUL FOR MAKING IT TO ANOTHER YEAR-I WISH YOU ALL THE VERY BEST YEAR YOU HAVE EVER HAD!!!!!!
----MAY THE BEST YEAR OF YOUR PAST BE THE WORST YEAR OF YOUR FUTURE!!!----
HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS FOR TODAY-
1-God doesn't want you to obey him out of fear or respect-
2-Don't let your miracles become monuments-
3-Sadly, too often we take for granted what God has done for us-
4-Our faith activates the power of God-
5-Tomorrow is as uncertain as today was yesterday-

Strange thought-with her marriage she got a new name and a dress-

I've learned-leisure isn't enjoyed unless it has been earned-

THIS IS A NEW FEATURE I'M ADDING TODAY--IT IS CALLED --"5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW"-
Can you help me with the answers-I'd like to know what you think-I'd appreciate hearing from you-

5 THINGS I WANT TO KNOW
1-Is being tolerant the same as being lenient?
2-Is there a solution to every problem?
3-Is hate the opposite of love?-if not, what is?
4-What is joy/happiness?
5-Is peace the absence of a storm?

Scripture for today-this is a good one to start off 2008--"FOLLOW ME"-Matthew 8:22

I wish you a day filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and thanksgiving-jasper