Free in Jesus: Free to be brave by ric gustafson
God wants us to be brave. He wants us to step out of our comfort zone. He wants us to be brave for him into uncharted waters. Fear from Satan holds us back. We must decide will we be brave enough to follow God's call?. Or will we be fearful and say no.
We ask ourselves will we fail?. God tells us that we will not fail. God is always with us and loves us more than anything else in this world. Praise God.
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Sunday, June 30, 2019
God's Word: Prophecy
God's Word: Prophecy by ric gustafson
In the New Testament, Jesus is the fulfillment of the prophecy. There are many messianic predictions including Isaiah 9: 2-7. One of the Dead Sea scrolls was on the prophet Habakkuk. The major books of the prophets included Isaiah, Jeremiah and Ezekiel. The minor prophets included Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi. The prophets did not write long books. They wrote oracles in paragraph form. The book of Isaiah spans the most time. The books of prophecy are subversive entities. Even through prophecy sometimes spoke of disaster, oracles of hope come through. The books of prophecy are a witness to being parts of Scripture. The books of prophecy are part of God's Word.
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In the New Testament, Jesus is the fulfillment of the prophecy. There are many messianic predictions including Isaiah 9: 2-7. One of the Dead Sea scrolls was on the prophet Habakkuk. The major books of the prophets included Isaiah, Jeremiah and Ezekiel. The minor prophets included Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi. The prophets did not write long books. They wrote oracles in paragraph form. The book of Isaiah spans the most time. The books of prophecy are subversive entities. Even through prophecy sometimes spoke of disaster, oracles of hope come through. The books of prophecy are a witness to being parts of Scripture. The books of prophecy are part of God's Word.
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Friday, June 28, 2019
God's Word: Wisdom and Law
God's Word: Wisdom and Law by ric gustafson
We read God's Word for guidance on how to live. Books on wisdom include Proverbs, Job and Ecclesiastes. These books contain short sayings or aphorisms which give advice on how to behave. The book of Proverbs contain several small collections of sayings that originated at different times. The books of Job and Ecclesiastes are more theological than Proverbs. These books ask more direct questions about the nature and character of God. Job consists of three cycles of dialogue between Job and his three friends. The book of Ecclesiastes talks about the meaning of life and that all is vanity. These two books quote proverbs that there is order and worth on earth. Proverbs may of been written by court scribes. Job and Ecclesiastes may have been written by individual writers.
The Book of the Covenant was a collection of law in the Hebrew Bible. This is in Exodus 21-23. This could be the oldest of the biblical law codes. The second collection of law is in Deuteronomy 12-26. The third set of law is in Leviticus 19-26. This is known as the Holiness Code.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
We read God's Word for guidance on how to live. Books on wisdom include Proverbs, Job and Ecclesiastes. These books contain short sayings or aphorisms which give advice on how to behave. The book of Proverbs contain several small collections of sayings that originated at different times. The books of Job and Ecclesiastes are more theological than Proverbs. These books ask more direct questions about the nature and character of God. Job consists of three cycles of dialogue between Job and his three friends. The book of Ecclesiastes talks about the meaning of life and that all is vanity. These two books quote proverbs that there is order and worth on earth. Proverbs may of been written by court scribes. Job and Ecclesiastes may have been written by individual writers.
The Book of the Covenant was a collection of law in the Hebrew Bible. This is in Exodus 21-23. This could be the oldest of the biblical law codes. The second collection of law is in Deuteronomy 12-26. The third set of law is in Leviticus 19-26. This is known as the Holiness Code.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
the sea shell on the gulf shore
the sea shell on the gulf shore by ric gustafson
One day, a seashell washed up on the gulf shore. It imbedded itself into the sand and stayed there. The seashell was one of God's creations. All the shells were a little different color and shape than the others. The seashell enjoyed the gulf waves and the seagulls flying around. The shell watched as people were swimming and children were making sand castles.
One day, the shell watched as people approached carrying plastic bags. The shell watched as his friends were being picked up. The shell cried ' pick me pick me". " Pick me" the shell cried as people walked by. " I am one of God's creations also". Day after day, he sat in the sand.
One day, someone stopped and put him into a plastic bag. He was taken to a home, washed and then reunited with some of his friends in a display case. The seashell was so proud to be one of God's creations. He was a seashell on the gulf shore.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
One day, a seashell washed up on the gulf shore. It imbedded itself into the sand and stayed there. The seashell was one of God's creations. All the shells were a little different color and shape than the others. The seashell enjoyed the gulf waves and the seagulls flying around. The shell watched as people were swimming and children were making sand castles.
One day, the shell watched as people approached carrying plastic bags. The shell watched as his friends were being picked up. The shell cried ' pick me pick me". " Pick me" the shell cried as people walked by. " I am one of God's creations also". Day after day, he sat in the sand.
One day, someone stopped and put him into a plastic bag. He was taken to a home, washed and then reunited with some of his friends in a display case. The seashell was so proud to be one of God's creations. He was a seashell on the gulf shore.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Thursday, June 27, 2019
Free in Jesus: Free to celebrate
Free in Jesus: Free to celebrate by ric gustafson
Life is full of hardship and struggle. Sometimes it's hard to laugh and enjoy life. God wants us to celebrate being one of his own. God meets us right where we are. In the sad times of life, God knows when it's time to celebrate. When we celebrate, it is grace from God.
When our burdens of life are heavy, Jesus says let me have them and I will carry them. In Jesus, our mourning will become dancing. Our cries will become laughter. Our sorrow will become joy.
Praise God.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Life is full of hardship and struggle. Sometimes it's hard to laugh and enjoy life. God wants us to celebrate being one of his own. God meets us right where we are. In the sad times of life, God knows when it's time to celebrate. When we celebrate, it is grace from God.
When our burdens of life are heavy, Jesus says let me have them and I will carry them. In Jesus, our mourning will become dancing. Our cries will become laughter. Our sorrow will become joy.
Praise God.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
a car wash christian life page 5
a car wash Christian life page 5 by ric gustafson
The car is now at the end of the track and the car wash. At the end, you need to put the car into drive and your feet on the pedals. There is a machine on the left with a green light and a red light. The red light means stop and stay. The green light means you can leave the car wash. I began to wonder if the Christian life is like a red and green light.
Sometimes this life is fast and furious. Like a green light. And sometimes God wants us to stop and wait. Like a red light. When God wants us to do something special for him, do we go on the green or do we stop on the red?.
My prayer is that we will be on the green for Jesus and not on the red. Praise God.
The End
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The car is now at the end of the track and the car wash. At the end, you need to put the car into drive and your feet on the pedals. There is a machine on the left with a green light and a red light. The red light means stop and stay. The green light means you can leave the car wash. I began to wonder if the Christian life is like a red and green light.
Sometimes this life is fast and furious. Like a green light. And sometimes God wants us to stop and wait. Like a red light. When God wants us to do something special for him, do we go on the green or do we stop on the red?.
My prayer is that we will be on the green for Jesus and not on the red. Praise God.
The End
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Wednesday, June 26, 2019
a car wash christian life page 4
a carwash Christian life page 4 by ric gustafson
According to Psalm 51, create in me a clean heart o God.
Your car is now in neutral and going down the track by itself. Water is coming out from both sides. All of a sudden, white foamy suds are now washing the car. As the car keeps moving, water washes off the suds. As it nears the end, a huge vent begins to dry off the car.
At this point, I wonder is my spiritual life spot free or not?. God is a jealous God and wants 100 percent of our heart. Still the sinful part of our heart holds back and wants it for himself. God washes all of us, He wants 100 percent of us at all times. After the car is dried, the exit is near.
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According to Psalm 51, create in me a clean heart o God.
Your car is now in neutral and going down the track by itself. Water is coming out from both sides. All of a sudden, white foamy suds are now washing the car. As the car keeps moving, water washes off the suds. As it nears the end, a huge vent begins to dry off the car.
At this point, I wonder is my spiritual life spot free or not?. God is a jealous God and wants 100 percent of our heart. Still the sinful part of our heart holds back and wants it for himself. God washes all of us, He wants 100 percent of us at all times. After the car is dried, the exit is near.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
the miracle on Titanic page 21
the miracle on Titanic page 21 by ric gustafson
David walked into a room where carved and waxed shelves held their treasures. He noticed Charlene sitting at a table. On top was a Tiffany lamp. He walked past brass mini rails holding an array of books. " I figured you might be here".
She smiled. " I wanted to see if they had a different bible translation than what I have". She looked at David. " Was there something you wanted to tell me?".
" Yes". He held up a small bible. " My mother is loaning me her bible so I can look at it".
" That's great David". She grinned. " You won't regret your decision".
" Also". His voice hesitated. " My mother was able to arrange it so we could sit together at dinner tonight".
" Thank you". She stood up. " My brother and I will look forward to that".
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
David walked into a room where carved and waxed shelves held their treasures. He noticed Charlene sitting at a table. On top was a Tiffany lamp. He walked past brass mini rails holding an array of books. " I figured you might be here".
She smiled. " I wanted to see if they had a different bible translation than what I have". She looked at David. " Was there something you wanted to tell me?".
" Yes". He held up a small bible. " My mother is loaning me her bible so I can look at it".
" That's great David". She grinned. " You won't regret your decision".
" Also". His voice hesitated. " My mother was able to arrange it so we could sit together at dinner tonight".
" Thank you". She stood up. " My brother and I will look forward to that".
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Monday, June 24, 2019
Free in Jesus: Free to be weak
Free in Jesus: Free to be weak by ric gustafson
Even as Christians we are weak and vulnerable. Stress is part of our lives. After a while, our bodies rebel. But we do not want to admit our pain, stress and weakness. The fact is God wants us to admit our weaknesses. He wants us to confess it. God wants to hear that. He wants it in the light.
Then from the darkness of our life, he will flood it with light. He will redeem us and transform us.
When we are weak, we become strong through Jesus our Savior and Lord.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Even as Christians we are weak and vulnerable. Stress is part of our lives. After a while, our bodies rebel. But we do not want to admit our pain, stress and weakness. The fact is God wants us to admit our weaknesses. He wants us to confess it. God wants to hear that. He wants it in the light.
Then from the darkness of our life, he will flood it with light. He will redeem us and transform us.
When we are weak, we become strong through Jesus our Savior and Lord.
research help: ' You are Free' by Rebekah Lyons
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
the miracle on Titanic page 20
the miracle on Titanic page 20 by ric gustafson
David was on one of the ship's stationary bicycles pedaling. Charlene was looking at a map on a far wall.
" This gymnasium is great". He climbed off and got onto a padded mechanical camel. " Tell me more about John 3:16".
" God so loved the world that he gave his beloved son".
He got off and walked toward a rowing machine. " God must have loved the world a lot to give his only son".
" If you simply believe in him, you will not perish but have eternal life".
" Eternal life?".
" David, eternal life means forever with God".
He got off and picked up a nearby dumbbell. " All he asks is that you simply believe".
" That's all he asks".
" I don't know Charlene". He wiped his face with a towel. " It sounds too good to be true".
" Food for thought". She smiled. " Would you and your mother care to dine with my brother and I tonight?".
" I'll ask my mother".
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
David was on one of the ship's stationary bicycles pedaling. Charlene was looking at a map on a far wall.
" This gymnasium is great". He climbed off and got onto a padded mechanical camel. " Tell me more about John 3:16".
" God so loved the world that he gave his beloved son".
He got off and walked toward a rowing machine. " God must have loved the world a lot to give his only son".
" If you simply believe in him, you will not perish but have eternal life".
" Eternal life?".
" David, eternal life means forever with God".
He got off and picked up a nearby dumbbell. " All he asks is that you simply believe".
" That's all he asks".
" I don't know Charlene". He wiped his face with a towel. " It sounds too good to be true".
" Food for thought". She smiled. " Would you and your mother care to dine with my brother and I tonight?".
" I'll ask my mother".
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Sunday, June 23, 2019
a carwash christian life page 3
a carwash Christian life page 3 by ric gustafson
After you put your code number into the machine, you hit the enter button. Then you can proceed with the car wash. Then you will notice a large sign with instructions on it. The sign will tell you to put the car into neutral. Then you need to take your feet off of the pedals and let the track move your car.
Our Christian life is a struggle of our will versus God's will. We want to be on the pedals and drive the car ourselves. God wants us to take our feet off of the pedals and let him steer the car. God wants his will for our life not ours. Jesus says I love you let me be in control of your life.
Praise God.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
After you put your code number into the machine, you hit the enter button. Then you can proceed with the car wash. Then you will notice a large sign with instructions on it. The sign will tell you to put the car into neutral. Then you need to take your feet off of the pedals and let the track move your car.
Our Christian life is a struggle of our will versus God's will. We want to be on the pedals and drive the car ourselves. God wants us to take our feet off of the pedals and let him steer the car. God wants his will for our life not ours. Jesus says I love you let me be in control of your life.
Praise God.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Free in Jesus: Free to grieve
Free in Jesus: Free to grieve by ric gustafson
All of us grieve. There are events in our life that make us grieve. If we cannot grieve, we cannot be comforted. Jesus grieved. According to Isaiah 53:3, Jesus was a man of sorrows. The Sermon on the Mount starts with blessed are those that mourn. Jesus wept with Mary and Martha when Lazarus died. Jesus wept for Jerusalem. In the garden, Jesus wept for himself. We will all experience a tough season. But God who loves us so much says focus on me I have plans for you. Grief tears our heart wide open. We need to have faith and trust God to get us through the grief.
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All of us grieve. There are events in our life that make us grieve. If we cannot grieve, we cannot be comforted. Jesus grieved. According to Isaiah 53:3, Jesus was a man of sorrows. The Sermon on the Mount starts with blessed are those that mourn. Jesus wept with Mary and Martha when Lazarus died. Jesus wept for Jerusalem. In the garden, Jesus wept for himself. We will all experience a tough season. But God who loves us so much says focus on me I have plans for you. Grief tears our heart wide open. We need to have faith and trust God to get us through the grief.
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Saturday, June 22, 2019
Free in Jesus: Free to rest
Free in Jesus: Free to rest by ric gustafson
We are used to running our race in Hebrews 12:1. But there will come a time when Jesus will tell us to rest. Can we stop and learn?. We are so involved in our own plans and goals, we forget God's plans. Jesus wants us to rest and see how he unfolds our life. When it is time, Jesus will hold our hand and show us where to walk. We need a soul rest. Jesus is the Vine, we are the branches.
Praise God.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
We are used to running our race in Hebrews 12:1. But there will come a time when Jesus will tell us to rest. Can we stop and learn?. We are so involved in our own plans and goals, we forget God's plans. Jesus wants us to rest and see how he unfolds our life. When it is time, Jesus will hold our hand and show us where to walk. We need a soul rest. Jesus is the Vine, we are the branches.
Praise God.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
a carwash christian life page 2
a carwash Christian life page 2 by ric gustafson
After some sincere praying, the light turned green. The entrance door opened. When you drive into the carwash, you need to put the left side tires into a trough. Then you need to stop at a machine. You cannot go any further. When you pay for your carwash, you are given a code for this machine. You need to put this code into the machine in order to continue.
When I saw this machine, it reminded me of a crossroads in everyone's life. According to Revelation 3:20, I stand at the door and knock if anyone hears my voice and opens the door I will come in. There will come a day when everyone will have to make an eternal choice. Everyone will have two choices which comes with eternal consequences. You can tell Jesus no. And just like the carwash, you can back away and say no thanks. Or you can say yes to Jesus's simple message and be with him forever. If you say yes to Jesus, you can put your code into the machine and proceed with the car wash.
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After some sincere praying, the light turned green. The entrance door opened. When you drive into the carwash, you need to put the left side tires into a trough. Then you need to stop at a machine. You cannot go any further. When you pay for your carwash, you are given a code for this machine. You need to put this code into the machine in order to continue.
When I saw this machine, it reminded me of a crossroads in everyone's life. According to Revelation 3:20, I stand at the door and knock if anyone hears my voice and opens the door I will come in. There will come a day when everyone will have to make an eternal choice. Everyone will have two choices which comes with eternal consequences. You can tell Jesus no. And just like the carwash, you can back away and say no thanks. Or you can say yes to Jesus's simple message and be with him forever. If you say yes to Jesus, you can put your code into the machine and proceed with the car wash.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Friday, June 21, 2019
the miracle on Titanic page 19
the miracle on Titanic page 19 by ric gustafson
David and Charlene took the lift down. They walked a series of iron stairs and walkways to the bottom of the ship.
David pointed. " This must be the turbine engine room". They noticed stokers, covered with soot from head to toe, shoveling coal.
" Hello you two".
They turned to see Captain Smith smiling at them.
" Good afternoon Captain". David shook his hand. " I'm David Sharpston".
" Yes, I had the opportunity to meet your mother earlier today".
" I'm Charlene Moton".
He grinned. " Please to meet you".
" Captain, I have heard that this ship is unsinkable".
" Virtually". He smiled. " The ship was built with 16 watertight compartments".
Charlene grinned. " Is that good?".
" Even if we hit an iceberg head on". He pointed at a red button on a wall. " We can automatically close these doors and seal off the water".
David smiled. " Very impressive Captain".
" So yes this ship is virtually unsinkable".
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David and Charlene took the lift down. They walked a series of iron stairs and walkways to the bottom of the ship.
David pointed. " This must be the turbine engine room". They noticed stokers, covered with soot from head to toe, shoveling coal.
" Hello you two".
They turned to see Captain Smith smiling at them.
" Good afternoon Captain". David shook his hand. " I'm David Sharpston".
" Yes, I had the opportunity to meet your mother earlier today".
" I'm Charlene Moton".
He grinned. " Please to meet you".
" Captain, I have heard that this ship is unsinkable".
" Virtually". He smiled. " The ship was built with 16 watertight compartments".
Charlene grinned. " Is that good?".
" Even if we hit an iceberg head on". He pointed at a red button on a wall. " We can automatically close these doors and seal off the water".
David smiled. " Very impressive Captain".
" So yes this ship is virtually unsinkable".
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
a carwash christian life page 1
a carwash Christian life page 1 by ric gustafson
According to John 10:9, I am the door if anyone enters through me he will be saved.
We drive up to the entrance of the car wash. I notice to the left is a bright red light. The entrance door is closed. I put the Saturn into park and wait. As I sat there, I began to ponder something. Is the Christian life like this car wash. Sometimes things are going great and then all of a sudden the light turns red and the door closes.
According to Matthew 7:7, knock and it will be opened to you. The red light is still on and the door is still closed. " God please open this door now. I can't wait. God's timing is not our timing. He knows what's best for us. It needs to be God's will not ours. God is in charge of our lives and his timing is always perfect. So we wait the light is still red and the door is still closed.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
According to John 10:9, I am the door if anyone enters through me he will be saved.
We drive up to the entrance of the car wash. I notice to the left is a bright red light. The entrance door is closed. I put the Saturn into park and wait. As I sat there, I began to ponder something. Is the Christian life like this car wash. Sometimes things are going great and then all of a sudden the light turns red and the door closes.
According to Matthew 7:7, knock and it will be opened to you. The red light is still on and the door is still closed. " God please open this door now. I can't wait. God's timing is not our timing. He knows what's best for us. It needs to be God's will not ours. God is in charge of our lives and his timing is always perfect. So we wait the light is still red and the door is still closed.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Free in Jesus: Free to wait
Free in Jesus: Free to wait by ric gustafson
It is hard for us to wait. We want solutions and answers right now. We want to know God's master plan. What is God doing?. Waiting on God's timing is hard for us. God wants us to wait on him for everything. God says let go of the past and trust him with the future. The waiting on God is a gift from God.
Sometimes we wait on God and doors do not open. Did we do something wrong?. God says wait patiently and I will deliver on my promise of taking care of you. There will come a moment when God will say it's time. God will give us what we need. Praise God.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
It is hard for us to wait. We want solutions and answers right now. We want to know God's master plan. What is God doing?. Waiting on God's timing is hard for us. God wants us to wait on him for everything. God says let go of the past and trust him with the future. The waiting on God is a gift from God.
Sometimes we wait on God and doors do not open. Did we do something wrong?. God says wait patiently and I will deliver on my promise of taking care of you. There will come a moment when God will say it's time. God will give us what we need. Praise God.
research help: ' You are Free' by Rebekah Lyons
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Thursday, June 20, 2019
the miracle on Titanic page 18
the miracle on Titanic page18 by ric gustafson
David and Charlene stepped into the lift. He closed the iron gate. It opened onto a landing that was below the Grand Staircase. They walked out and observed the beautiful architecture.
She noticed the polished banisters. " This is as beautiful as God's beauty".
David admired the posts made with hand carved oak. " Tell me more about the bible".
" Even though the books were written by different authors". She looked up at the glass skylight. " It all comes together for a specific purpose and message".
They walked onto the Boat Deck. A steward was shining one of the lifeboats.
Charlene smiled. " How many boats are there?".
" We have fourteen regular and four collapsible boats".
" And that is for how many passengers?".
" The boats can carry 1176 passengers and crew".
" We have 2229 on board". David thought for a moment. " Is that enough boats for everyone?".
The steward grinned. " We have ten percent more lifeboats than is required by the Board of Trade".
They walked over to the railing. They watched the Irish coastland fade away.
" What is the bible's message?".
Charlene smiled. " Jesus has a simple message".
" What message is that?".
" Accept Jesus into your heart, repent of your sins and you will be with God forever".
David frowned. " It's not that easy".
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
David and Charlene stepped into the lift. He closed the iron gate. It opened onto a landing that was below the Grand Staircase. They walked out and observed the beautiful architecture.
She noticed the polished banisters. " This is as beautiful as God's beauty".
David admired the posts made with hand carved oak. " Tell me more about the bible".
" Even though the books were written by different authors". She looked up at the glass skylight. " It all comes together for a specific purpose and message".
They walked onto the Boat Deck. A steward was shining one of the lifeboats.
Charlene smiled. " How many boats are there?".
" We have fourteen regular and four collapsible boats".
" And that is for how many passengers?".
" The boats can carry 1176 passengers and crew".
" We have 2229 on board". David thought for a moment. " Is that enough boats for everyone?".
The steward grinned. " We have ten percent more lifeboats than is required by the Board of Trade".
They walked over to the railing. They watched the Irish coastland fade away.
" What is the bible's message?".
Charlene smiled. " Jesus has a simple message".
" What message is that?".
" Accept Jesus into your heart, repent of your sins and you will be with God forever".
David frowned. " It's not that easy".
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Free in Jesus: Free to begin again
Free in Jesus: Free to begin again by ric gustafson
Is change hard for us?. For some people it is. We can run from change and God. But God in his love keeps us close. God holds us and keeps us close in his loving arms. Change can give us fear and doubt. As things in our life get more difficult, Jesus holds us even more. We need to pray to Jesus to hold us and keep us safe in our changes. Jesus wants to make his home in us. Jesus is our home. When change comes to our lives, Jesus is there to get us through it. Praise God.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Is change hard for us?. For some people it is. We can run from change and God. But God in his love keeps us close. God holds us and keeps us close in his loving arms. Change can give us fear and doubt. As things in our life get more difficult, Jesus holds us even more. We need to pray to Jesus to hold us and keep us safe in our changes. Jesus wants to make his home in us. Jesus is our home. When change comes to our lives, Jesus is there to get us through it. Praise God.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
I am Mary page 10
I am Mary page 10 by ric gustafson
I had watched my son enter Jerusalem on a white donkey. I waved a palm frond and watched as people threw down their outer garments and palm branches ahead of him. I noticed great sadness on my son's face.
Within a week, these same joyous people will turn on my son and chant for him to be crucified. Three days after we buried him in a tomb, two Mary's gave us the fabulous news. my son had risen from the dead. We later found out that one of his disciples named Judas Iscariot had betrayed him.
I hid in an upper room with my son's disciples and followers. One day, I felt a change. A blast of wind entered the room and fire descended on our heads. In joy, I lifted my hands to heaven and worshipped almighty God.
After so much time, I have decided to go back to Nazareth. I am going home to plant seeds and then to harvest.
The End
research help: ' My Son the Savior' by Melody Carlson
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
I had watched my son enter Jerusalem on a white donkey. I waved a palm frond and watched as people threw down their outer garments and palm branches ahead of him. I noticed great sadness on my son's face.
Within a week, these same joyous people will turn on my son and chant for him to be crucified. Three days after we buried him in a tomb, two Mary's gave us the fabulous news. my son had risen from the dead. We later found out that one of his disciples named Judas Iscariot had betrayed him.
I hid in an upper room with my son's disciples and followers. One day, I felt a change. A blast of wind entered the room and fire descended on our heads. In joy, I lifted my hands to heaven and worshipped almighty God.
After so much time, I have decided to go back to Nazareth. I am going home to plant seeds and then to harvest.
The End
research help: ' My Son the Savior' by Melody Carlson
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
I am Mary page 9
I am Mary page 9 by ric gustafson
I found my son in the Temple. Some of the Pharisees had brought forward a young woman. She had been caught in the act of adultery. I could tell they were trying to trap my son. He surprised them by telling them that they without sin toss the first stone. They all dropped their stones and left. I was impressed how he had stumped the Sanhedrin.
One day, Myra and Rachel told me a story that my son had raised someone named Lazarus from the grave. It was hard to believe. It was later confirmed by his sister Mary.
The city was bursting with travelers for Passover. I was anxious to find out what my son was going to do or say during the week.
research help: ' My Son the Savior' by Melody Carlson
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
I found my son in the Temple. Some of the Pharisees had brought forward a young woman. She had been caught in the act of adultery. I could tell they were trying to trap my son. He surprised them by telling them that they without sin toss the first stone. They all dropped their stones and left. I was impressed how he had stumped the Sanhedrin.
One day, Myra and Rachel told me a story that my son had raised someone named Lazarus from the grave. It was hard to believe. It was later confirmed by his sister Mary.
The city was bursting with travelers for Passover. I was anxious to find out what my son was going to do or say during the week.
research help: ' My Son the Savior' by Melody Carlson
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Tuesday, June 18, 2019
Free in Jesus: Free to ask
Free in Jesus: Free to ask by ric gustafson
What do we pray to God for?. Why not the gift of healing. God is the great physician. Jesus says come to me and I will break your chains. Moments in life are God directed. God wants us to ask for things that seem impossible. Jesus wants us to draw closer to him. He wants a deep relationship with us full of trust.
After asking God, then we need to wait. We can ask God for anything. We have the freedom and faith to ask. God in his time will shower us with love, power and healing. Praise God.
research help: ' You are Free' by Rebekah Lyons
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
What do we pray to God for?. Why not the gift of healing. God is the great physician. Jesus says come to me and I will break your chains. Moments in life are God directed. God wants us to ask for things that seem impossible. Jesus wants us to draw closer to him. He wants a deep relationship with us full of trust.
After asking God, then we need to wait. We can ask God for anything. We have the freedom and faith to ask. God in his time will shower us with love, power and healing. Praise God.
research help: ' You are Free' by Rebekah Lyons
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Monday, June 17, 2019
Free in Jesus: Free to thirst
Free in Jesus: Free to thirst by ric gustafson
Life on this earth could be a famine. We can suffer from spiritual dehydration. We are a thirsty people. We need the living water that God provides. Sometimes we forget about God and only think about ourselves. We look great on the outside but crumbling on the inside.
God wants us to thirst for him. We need God and he wants to be with us forever. Praise God.
research help: ' You are Free' by Rebekah Lyons
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Life on this earth could be a famine. We can suffer from spiritual dehydration. We are a thirsty people. We need the living water that God provides. Sometimes we forget about God and only think about ourselves. We look great on the outside but crumbling on the inside.
God wants us to thirst for him. We need God and he wants to be with us forever. Praise God.
research help: ' You are Free' by Rebekah Lyons
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Sunday, June 16, 2019
Free in Jesus: Free to confess
Free in Jesus: Free to confess by ric gustafson
Sometimes life crashes down on you. Your heart is full of questions. You ask God do I matter?. I did not believe that God's love was enough. I could not break the cycle of doubt. One day I laid myself bare to God. God please heal my heart. My heart was broken. God was the only one who could heal my heart. I confessed to God.
How can we be free?. We must confess everything to God. If we do this, God will give us the freedom and healing that we need. Praise God.
research help: ' You are Free' by Rebekah Lyons
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Sometimes life crashes down on you. Your heart is full of questions. You ask God do I matter?. I did not believe that God's love was enough. I could not break the cycle of doubt. One day I laid myself bare to God. God please heal my heart. My heart was broken. God was the only one who could heal my heart. I confessed to God.
How can we be free?. We must confess everything to God. If we do this, God will give us the freedom and healing that we need. Praise God.
research help: ' You are Free' by Rebekah Lyons
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Saturday, June 15, 2019
Free in Jesus: Free to be called
Free in Jesus: Free to be called by ric gustafson
Even before we were formed, God had plans for us. He already had a purpose for us. God knew everything about me and my life before I was born. God knew about the struggles I would have in life. God knew my heart would be broken and weak.
But God used my talents he had given me to balance my struggles. God has used me with my simple writing to help people all over the world. As a child of God, we have a corporate calling. We are to love him and make him known in this world. Everyone's calling is different. God gives us a call. I pray that we use the gifts he has given us all to do to accomplish his plan for us. Praise God.
research help: ' You are Free' by Rebekah Lyons
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Even before we were formed, God had plans for us. He already had a purpose for us. God knew everything about me and my life before I was born. God knew about the struggles I would have in life. God knew my heart would be broken and weak.
But God used my talents he had given me to balance my struggles. God has used me with my simple writing to help people all over the world. As a child of God, we have a corporate calling. We are to love him and make him known in this world. Everyone's calling is different. God gives us a call. I pray that we use the gifts he has given us all to do to accomplish his plan for us. Praise God.
research help: ' You are Free' by Rebekah Lyons
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Friday, June 14, 2019
Free in Jesus: Free to be rescued
Free in Jesus: Free to be rescued by ric gustafson
Life here on this earth is hard. Trials and storms batter us left and right. In our struggles, sometimes we wonder where Jesus is. We try to reach out for Jesus to save us. We struggle physically and mentally. We cry out God save me.
Jesus says to us reach out to me. He will heal us. His healing arms will protect and heal us. We need to confess our need for healing. Jesus will heal us. He loves us more than anything else.
Praise God.
research help: ' You are Free' by Rebekah Lyons
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Life here on this earth is hard. Trials and storms batter us left and right. In our struggles, sometimes we wonder where Jesus is. We try to reach out for Jesus to save us. We struggle physically and mentally. We cry out God save me.
Jesus says to us reach out to me. He will heal us. His healing arms will protect and heal us. We need to confess our need for healing. Jesus will heal us. He loves us more than anything else.
Praise God.
research help: ' You are Free' by Rebekah Lyons
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
I am Mary page 8
I am Mary page 8 by ric gustafson
One day, my son and his followers came through our village. My other children refused to go hear him. After he had spoken at the synagogue, the elders of our village began to speak negative of him. He shook the dust from his feet and moved on.
During the last year of my son's life, I decided to return home. My son was spending a lot of time with his disciples. I began telling my grandchildren my son's stories. He called them parables. Telling people about my son gave my heart lots of joy.
I did feel troubled in my heart when he told me he was going to Jerusalem for the last time. When he left on that final trip, I left for Jerusalem also to find my son.
research help: ' My Son the Savior' by Melody Carlson
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
One day, my son and his followers came through our village. My other children refused to go hear him. After he had spoken at the synagogue, the elders of our village began to speak negative of him. He shook the dust from his feet and moved on.
During the last year of my son's life, I decided to return home. My son was spending a lot of time with his disciples. I began telling my grandchildren my son's stories. He called them parables. Telling people about my son gave my heart lots of joy.
I did feel troubled in my heart when he told me he was going to Jerusalem for the last time. When he left on that final trip, I left for Jerusalem also to find my son.
research help: ' My Son the Savior' by Melody Carlson
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Psalm 23: I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever
Psalm 23: I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever by ric gustafson
Where will we live for all eternity?. As a believer or non believer, this earth is a temporary home. As a believer, we are homesick for heaven. As our loved ones leave for home, we want to go also. According to Eccles 3, eternity is set in our hearts. David ends Psalm 23 by saying that he will be dwelling in the house of the Lord forever. Aging is part of God's plan. Sometime in the future, we will be given new bodies that will last forever. As a Christian, I'm looking forward to being in the house of the Lord forever. It is a comfort to David and all believers.
Thank you for reading about Psalm 23. Praise God.
The End.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Where will we live for all eternity?. As a believer or non believer, this earth is a temporary home. As a believer, we are homesick for heaven. As our loved ones leave for home, we want to go also. According to Eccles 3, eternity is set in our hearts. David ends Psalm 23 by saying that he will be dwelling in the house of the Lord forever. Aging is part of God's plan. Sometime in the future, we will be given new bodies that will last forever. As a Christian, I'm looking forward to being in the house of the Lord forever. It is a comfort to David and all believers.
Thank you for reading about Psalm 23. Praise God.
The End.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Psalm 23: Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life
Psalm 23: Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life by ric gustafson
When Jesus first reaches out to us, we doubt and say no thanks. But Jesus in love keeps pursuing us. He will keep trying even if it takes all the days of our lives. God makes promises and keeps them. He provides us with a firm foundation.
God also gives us his goodness and mercy. We need both of them. God will follow us every day with his goodness and mercy. To a Christian, that is a huge daily blessing. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
When Jesus first reaches out to us, we doubt and say no thanks. But Jesus in love keeps pursuing us. He will keep trying even if it takes all the days of our lives. God makes promises and keeps them. He provides us with a firm foundation.
God also gives us his goodness and mercy. We need both of them. God will follow us every day with his goodness and mercy. To a Christian, that is a huge daily blessing. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Thursday, June 13, 2019
Operation Overlord page 8
Operation Overlord page 8 by ric gustafson
Army Ranger James Rudder was not happy. It was 0710 and he did not have the troops or supplies for the mission he was assigned. He and his men were ordered to take an isolated gun position on top of a 100 foot cliff. The gun position was called Pointe du Hoc. Their job was to silence six 155 artillery pieces
As Rudder and his Rangers came onshore, they were met by heavy machine gun and sniper fire. Two US destroyers began bombing the top of the cliff. After only 5 minutes, the first Rangers reached the top of the cliff. For two days, Rudder and his Rangers held off the German counterattacks. When they were relieved on June 8, they were down to 90 out of 225 men.
research help: ' D Day' by Time
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Army Ranger James Rudder was not happy. It was 0710 and he did not have the troops or supplies for the mission he was assigned. He and his men were ordered to take an isolated gun position on top of a 100 foot cliff. The gun position was called Pointe du Hoc. Their job was to silence six 155 artillery pieces
As Rudder and his Rangers came onshore, they were met by heavy machine gun and sniper fire. Two US destroyers began bombing the top of the cliff. After only 5 minutes, the first Rangers reached the top of the cliff. For two days, Rudder and his Rangers held off the German counterattacks. When they were relieved on June 8, they were down to 90 out of 225 men.
research help: ' D Day' by Time
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Psalm 23: My cup overflows with blessings
Psalm 23: My cup overflows with blessings by ric gustafson
Jesus provides us with an overflowing cup. We should not think about cup not full. Jesus gives us a cup that is overflowing with blessings. So what blessings overflow in our life?. One is abounding grace. Another blessing is hope. David knew about an overflowing cup. In his day as long as the cup was full, the guest was welcome. When the host really enjoyed the guest, the cup was overflowing. Jesus loves us more than anything else. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Jesus provides us with an overflowing cup. We should not think about cup not full. Jesus gives us a cup that is overflowing with blessings. So what blessings overflow in our life?. One is abounding grace. Another blessing is hope. David knew about an overflowing cup. In his day as long as the cup was full, the guest was welcome. When the host really enjoyed the guest, the cup was overflowing. Jesus loves us more than anything else. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Psalm 23: You anoint my head with oil
Psalm 23: You anoint my head with oil by ric gustafson
We all have disappointments in life. In biblical times, oil was used for three things. The first was to repel insects. Second was to prevent conflicts. The third is to heal wounds. Our life is like a wound. We start with an irritation. Then frustrations, and hardships make it into a wound. Bad things happen and it becomes a major hurt.
David in Psalm 23 is asking God to treat his wounds. We need to take our disappointments to God. He will deal with them. He loves us more than anything else. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
We all have disappointments in life. In biblical times, oil was used for three things. The first was to repel insects. Second was to prevent conflicts. The third is to heal wounds. Our life is like a wound. We start with an irritation. Then frustrations, and hardships make it into a wound. Bad things happen and it becomes a major hurt.
David in Psalm 23 is asking God to treat his wounds. We need to take our disappointments to God. He will deal with them. He loves us more than anything else. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Operation Overlord page 7
Operation Overlord page 7 by ric gustafson
The beach was nicknamed Omaha by the invasion planners. At 0630, troops in landing craft approached the beach. As the landing craft opened, German machine gun and mortar fire raked the landing troops. The high bluffs above Omaha beach was filled with 85 machine gun nests, 35 pillboxes and 8 gun batteries. These were all linked by trenches.
At first only a few men made it to the seawall. At 0730, General Norman Cota came ashore. He organized the few men at the seawall. At the top of the Omaha bluff, Cota and some troops captured Vierville only a quarter mile up the beach.
Down on Omaha Beach, the landing craft had stopped bringing in troops. The US Navy starting with the USS McCook began to bomb the German gun positions. By 1100, more troops were being dropped off at the beach. By 2230, more than 30000 troops had been dropped. More than 2000 American lives were lost during the landing. It was referred to as Bloody Omaha.
research help: ' D Day' by Time
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
The beach was nicknamed Omaha by the invasion planners. At 0630, troops in landing craft approached the beach. As the landing craft opened, German machine gun and mortar fire raked the landing troops. The high bluffs above Omaha beach was filled with 85 machine gun nests, 35 pillboxes and 8 gun batteries. These were all linked by trenches.
At first only a few men made it to the seawall. At 0730, General Norman Cota came ashore. He organized the few men at the seawall. At the top of the Omaha bluff, Cota and some troops captured Vierville only a quarter mile up the beach.
Down on Omaha Beach, the landing craft had stopped bringing in troops. The US Navy starting with the USS McCook began to bomb the German gun positions. By 1100, more troops were being dropped off at the beach. By 2230, more than 30000 troops had been dropped. More than 2000 American lives were lost during the landing. It was referred to as Bloody Omaha.
research help: ' D Day' by Time
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Psalm 23: You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies
Psalm 23: You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies by ric gustafson
The apostle Peter denied Jesus three times on the night he was betrayed. He is hiding and weeping. We sin against Jesus all the time. The rooster crows. Peter goes back to being a fisherman. What would happen in our time of trial and failure that Jesus would feed us and take care of us as the shepherd. Sometimes we go over our head with sin, the rooster crows. The truth is that no matter how rotten our lives has become and the rooster has crowed, Jesus will be there to protect us and guide us through life. He loves us more than anything else. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
The apostle Peter denied Jesus three times on the night he was betrayed. He is hiding and weeping. We sin against Jesus all the time. The rooster crows. Peter goes back to being a fisherman. What would happen in our time of trial and failure that Jesus would feed us and take care of us as the shepherd. Sometimes we go over our head with sin, the rooster crows. The truth is that no matter how rotten our lives has become and the rooster has crowed, Jesus will be there to protect us and guide us through life. He loves us more than anything else. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Monday, June 10, 2019
Psalm 23: You are with me
Psalm 23: You are with me by ric gustafson
Sometimes we feel lonely. David in Psalm 23 knew loneliness. He was the youngest of eight sons. Sometimes we feel alone. You can feel alone and wonder if anyone cares. Sometimes God uses loneliness to get our attention. We know Jesus is in heaven. But he is also here with us. That's why David says you are with me. Jesus promises never to leave us. That is a promise he keeps.
Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Sometimes we feel lonely. David in Psalm 23 knew loneliness. He was the youngest of eight sons. Sometimes we feel alone. You can feel alone and wonder if anyone cares. Sometimes God uses loneliness to get our attention. We know Jesus is in heaven. But he is also here with us. That's why David says you are with me. Jesus promises never to leave us. That is a promise he keeps.
Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Sunday, June 9, 2019
Operation Overlord page 6
Operation Overlord page 6 by ric gustafson
By 3:30 am on June 6 1944, 3467 bombers, 1645 medium bombers and 5409 fighters took to the skies over France. More than 14000 sorties were done that day. The Royal Air Force led the bombing on the French coast. Then the US Eighth Air Force hit the beaches to try to soften them up.
Planes included the B 17 and B 24. The British Lancasters and B26 Marauders. The US P 38 and P 47. German air forces pretty much stayed away from the invasion.
research help: ' D Day' by Time
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
By 3:30 am on June 6 1944, 3467 bombers, 1645 medium bombers and 5409 fighters took to the skies over France. More than 14000 sorties were done that day. The Royal Air Force led the bombing on the French coast. Then the US Eighth Air Force hit the beaches to try to soften them up.
Planes included the B 17 and B 24. The British Lancasters and B26 Marauders. The US P 38 and P 47. German air forces pretty much stayed away from the invasion.
research help: ' D Day' by Time
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Psalm 23: I will fear no evil
Psalm 23: I will fear no evil by ric gustafson
So when do we feel afraid?. Jesus felt fear when he prayed in the garden. He felt anxious and was feeling afraid. We try to cover up fear. Jesus was looking for strength. He asked that the cup of suffering be taken away from him.
David in Psalm 23 was feeling afraid. He turned to the shepherd for strength. He knew where to go for help. David focused on the solution. Jesus says trust him and tell him when we are afraid. He will give us the strength to get through the trial. He promises us that. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
So when do we feel afraid?. Jesus felt fear when he prayed in the garden. He felt anxious and was feeling afraid. We try to cover up fear. Jesus was looking for strength. He asked that the cup of suffering be taken away from him.
David in Psalm 23 was feeling afraid. He turned to the shepherd for strength. He knew where to go for help. David focused on the solution. Jesus says trust him and tell him when we are afraid. He will give us the strength to get through the trial. He promises us that. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Saturday, June 8, 2019
Psalm 23: though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death
Psalm 23: though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death by ric gustafson
Every family has gone through the valley of the shadow of death. We grieve when our loved ones pass away. We are sad because that person will not be here with us. We suffer grief, sorrow and sometimes anger. But our God is a good God. He does only what is good. How can death be good?.
We are here on this earth until God says it's time to come home. We cannot ask for more time. Only God knows when our time here is over. God will lead us through our valley of death. He promises us that. He loves us more than anything else. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Every family has gone through the valley of the shadow of death. We grieve when our loved ones pass away. We are sad because that person will not be here with us. We suffer grief, sorrow and sometimes anger. But our God is a good God. He does only what is good. How can death be good?.
We are here on this earth until God says it's time to come home. We cannot ask for more time. Only God knows when our time here is over. God will lead us through our valley of death. He promises us that. He loves us more than anything else. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Friday, June 7, 2019
Psalm 23: he leads me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake
Psalm 23: he leads me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake by ric gustafson
God is planning a party to end all parties. We will see God close up. Can we be righteous to come?. Sometimes we do what is righteous. The truth is we are not perfect. Everything about God is righteous. Will God accept us even though we are not totally righteous. David in Psalm 23 says he leads me in the paths of righteous. What is this path?. This path is a winding narrow trail that goes up a steep hill. The path stops at a cross. At the foot of this cross are my sins. God sent his Son to die for me. Me who is not totally righteous. But God loves me anyway and saved ,me. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
God is planning a party to end all parties. We will see God close up. Can we be righteous to come?. Sometimes we do what is righteous. The truth is we are not perfect. Everything about God is righteous. Will God accept us even though we are not totally righteous. David in Psalm 23 says he leads me in the paths of righteous. What is this path?. This path is a winding narrow trail that goes up a steep hill. The path stops at a cross. At the foot of this cross are my sins. God sent his Son to die for me. Me who is not totally righteous. But God loves me anyway and saved ,me. Praise God.
research help: ' Traveling Light' by Max Lucado
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Thursday, June 6, 2019
Operation Overlord page 5
Operation Overlord page 5 by ric gustafson
The Allies chief enemy was not General Gerd von Rundstedt even though he was the commander in chief of the West. Their chief rival was the son of a Swabian schoolmaster. His name was Erwin Rommel. He was nicknamed ' the Desert Fox'. He built fortifications from the North Sea to the Mediterranean coast. He told Hitler himself that the war was lost and should seek peace terms.
He knew about the July 20 assassination attempt on Hitler's life. Two months later in September 1944, Rommel was given the chance to do the honorable thing. He committed suicide.
research help: ' D Day' by Time
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
The Allies chief enemy was not General Gerd von Rundstedt even though he was the commander in chief of the West. Their chief rival was the son of a Swabian schoolmaster. His name was Erwin Rommel. He was nicknamed ' the Desert Fox'. He built fortifications from the North Sea to the Mediterranean coast. He told Hitler himself that the war was lost and should seek peace terms.
He knew about the July 20 assassination attempt on Hitler's life. Two months later in September 1944, Rommel was given the chance to do the honorable thing. He committed suicide.
research help: ' D Day' by Time
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
bible verses: Isaiah 35: 1-10
bible verses: Isaiah 35: 1-10 by ric gustafson
In Isaiah 35, the prophet delivered God's message of judgment on all nations. The prophet describes when God will make all things right. God will welcome rescued people into his kingdom. The people will be singing and have everlasting joy. Knowing that we are saved for eternity, we can trust God to get us through the tough times in life. Praise God.
research help: Our Daily Bread June 2019
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
In Isaiah 35, the prophet delivered God's message of judgment on all nations. The prophet describes when God will make all things right. God will welcome rescued people into his kingdom. The people will be singing and have everlasting joy. Knowing that we are saved for eternity, we can trust God to get us through the tough times in life. Praise God.
research help: Our Daily Bread June 2019
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Operation Overlord page 4
Operation Overlord page 4 by ric gustafson
One minute past midnight on June 6 1944, the largest parachute drop ever attempted began. More than 1,000 Allied planes dropped 24,000 paratroopers into hedgerows and meadows in Normandy. Even with heavy losses, the parachute troops confused the Germans as to the size of the force. The parachute troops played a key role in the success of the invasion.
It took over 800 c-47's each carrying 18 men. to carry 16,000 men across the Channel. The planes flew in a v formation. It took over three hours to reach their drop zones. Two Airborne Divisions were involved. The 101st and the 82. On the British side was the 6th Airborne. The 101st was led by Major General Maxwell Taylor. The 82nd was led by Major General Matthew Ridgway.. Also, thousands of soldiers were dropped by gliders.
research help: ' D Day' by Time
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
One minute past midnight on June 6 1944, the largest parachute drop ever attempted began. More than 1,000 Allied planes dropped 24,000 paratroopers into hedgerows and meadows in Normandy. Even with heavy losses, the parachute troops confused the Germans as to the size of the force. The parachute troops played a key role in the success of the invasion.
It took over 800 c-47's each carrying 18 men. to carry 16,000 men across the Channel. The planes flew in a v formation. It took over three hours to reach their drop zones. Two Airborne Divisions were involved. The 101st and the 82. On the British side was the 6th Airborne. The 101st was led by Major General Maxwell Taylor. The 82nd was led by Major General Matthew Ridgway.. Also, thousands of soldiers were dropped by gliders.
research help: ' D Day' by Time
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
bible verses: Matthew 13: 44-46
bible verses: Matthew 13: 44-46 by ric gustafson
People love stories about hidden treasure. In this bible passage, Jesus talks about the kingdom of heaven. Jesus describes it as a treasure hidden in a field. The treasure that Jesus offers is far more glorious than any human treasure. Jesus's treasure to us is beyond imagination. Because of our new life as Jesus's brothers and sisters, we look forward to heaven with Jesus. Praise God.
research help: Our Daily Bread June 2019
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
People love stories about hidden treasure. In this bible passage, Jesus talks about the kingdom of heaven. Jesus describes it as a treasure hidden in a field. The treasure that Jesus offers is far more glorious than any human treasure. Jesus's treasure to us is beyond imagination. Because of our new life as Jesus's brothers and sisters, we look forward to heaven with Jesus. Praise God.
research help: Our Daily Bread June 2019
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
bible verses: John 14: 25-31
bible verses: John 14: 25-31 by ric gustafson
Jesus does not want us to worry. He wants us to relax in God's goodness and faithfulness. Jesus knew his disciples would worry about his upcoming death. He tells them peace I leave with you my peace I give to you. He told them do not let your hearts be troubled. He also tells them to not be afraid. We need to trust Jesus and the Holy Spirit. God loves us more than anything else.
Praise God.
research help: Our Daily Bread June 2019
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Jesus does not want us to worry. He wants us to relax in God's goodness and faithfulness. Jesus knew his disciples would worry about his upcoming death. He tells them peace I leave with you my peace I give to you. He told them do not let your hearts be troubled. He also tells them to not be afraid. We need to trust Jesus and the Holy Spirit. God loves us more than anything else.
Praise God.
research help: Our Daily Bread June 2019
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Operation Overlord page 3
Operation Overlord page 3 by ric gustafson
In 1944, the question around the world was would the ' Second Front' happen in Europe. So where would 5000 ships, 150,000 soldiers and thousands of paratroopers gather at?. The invasion was supposed to be in early May. It changed dates due to the landing craft.
The Germans knew the invasion was coming. They thought the invasion would come at Pas de Calais. In England, 163 new airfields, 1500 tanks and two million tons of weapons and supplies.
The invasion was planned for Monday June 5. The weather turned ugly. Eisenhower gave the ok for Tuesday June 6 as a go for the largest seaborne invasion to finally start.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Sunday, June 2, 2019
Operation Overlord page 2
Operation Overlord page 2 by ric gustafson
General Dwight D Eisenhower was frustrated. Storms on June 5 was delaying the invasion. The forecast for June 6 was a small window. Eisenhower was a young officer who had chosen a career in the military. He knew that only a cross channel invasion of France and then into the heart of Germany was what needed to be done. The United States and Britain were not ready to fight like that in 1942 or 1943. Eisenhower commanded the invasions of North Africa, Sicily and Italy.
By 1944, Eisenhower was the Supreme Commander of the Allied forces. He was driven, demanding and full of energy.
After getting the weather report for June 6, he did not hesitate. He said let's go.
research help: ' D Day' by Time
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
General Dwight D Eisenhower was frustrated. Storms on June 5 was delaying the invasion. The forecast for June 6 was a small window. Eisenhower was a young officer who had chosen a career in the military. He knew that only a cross channel invasion of France and then into the heart of Germany was what needed to be done. The United States and Britain were not ready to fight like that in 1942 or 1943. Eisenhower commanded the invasions of North Africa, Sicily and Italy.
By 1944, Eisenhower was the Supreme Commander of the Allied forces. He was driven, demanding and full of energy.
After getting the weather report for June 6, he did not hesitate. He said let's go.
research help: ' D Day' by Time
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
bible verses: Genesis 1: 26-31
bible verses: Genesis 1: 26-31 by ric gustafson
All of us were created in God's image. God created us male and female. According to today's bible verse, we were all created in God's image. It does not matter to God what we look like on the outside. What matters to God is what is in our heart. We can smile knowing that no matter what we look like, God loves us more than anything else in this world.
research help: Our Daily Bread June 2019
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
All of us were created in God's image. God created us male and female. According to today's bible verse, we were all created in God's image. It does not matter to God what we look like on the outside. What matters to God is what is in our heart. We can smile knowing that no matter what we look like, God loves us more than anything else in this world.
research help: Our Daily Bread June 2019
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Saturday, June 1, 2019
bible verses: Philippians 3: 7-14
bible verses: Philippians 3: 7-14 by ric gustafson
The Apostle Paul knew what his old life was. But now, he had a new life in Jesus. In this bible verse, he proclaims that he is pressing on toward the goal. He knew what the prize was. Paul knew the power and beauty in a relationship with Jesus Christ. The ultimate prize to Paul was to be one of Jesus's forever. To Christians like myself, that is our ultimate prize also. Praise God.
research help: Our Daily Bread June 2019
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
The Apostle Paul knew what his old life was. But now, he had a new life in Jesus. In this bible verse, he proclaims that he is pressing on toward the goal. He knew what the prize was. Paul knew the power and beauty in a relationship with Jesus Christ. The ultimate prize to Paul was to be one of Jesus's forever. To Christians like myself, that is our ultimate prize also. Praise God.
research help: Our Daily Bread June 2019
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
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