"The angel who came and talked to me held me, comforted me, and set me on my feet." 2Esdras 5:15
Some days, we feel we want more than God to be with us. We want company. We forget our guardian angel is always there, a special angel, individually assigned to us. Our angel is there right by our side, never sleeping, even as we nod off into our world of dreams. As we begin each day, we can say good morning to both God and our angel. If we want to make sure God hears our extra needs, tell it to our angel; it will be ‘hand delivered.’ Listening, as we do to God, we can hear our angel talk to us, giving us beautiful words of comfort, kindness, compassion, mercy and love. It will help us take all the next steps to continue on our journey, the one God has planned for each of us, according to His will.
~Marie T. Morrison~
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Wednesday, December 28, 2011
FOREVER AND ALWAYS
"The sons of Abraham together with their prize-winning mother have been joined with the chorus of their ancestors and have been given pure and immortal souls by God, to whom belongs the glory forever and always. Amen"
4 Maccabees 18:24 (CEB)
In this final passage of the story told, we find out how ‘divine justice pursued.’ It is another example, just as in Job, that God prevailed. By worshiping the one and true God, never giving up, holding the faith and staying ethical, God was there to protect the good and bring to life what He saw worthy, as in the times of Moses. This holds true to the present, bringing these souls to be with Him for eternity. Let us praise, honor and adore Him, all of our days!
~Marie T. Morrison~
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4 Maccabees 18:24 (CEB)
In this final passage of the story told, we find out how ‘divine justice pursued.’ It is another example, just as in Job, that God prevailed. By worshiping the one and true God, never giving up, holding the faith and staying ethical, God was there to protect the good and bring to life what He saw worthy, as in the times of Moses. This holds true to the present, bringing these souls to be with Him for eternity. Let us praise, honor and adore Him, all of our days!
~Marie T. Morrison~
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LISTEN AND BLOSSOM!
"Listen to me, faithful children, and blossom like a rose growing near a running stream." Sirach 39:13 (CEB)
No matter our age, we remain 'children of God.' Our Lord has gathered his children to listen and learn from his stories. Parents and teachers follow in his footsteps, gathering their children to share an important message. As one listens, it is exciting to see knowledge blossom! More blossoms appear on the bush, when questions are asked, listening for what answers come forth. As streams continue to flow, so does knowledge. Always treasured are our first lessons in listening coming from God, with our running streams being one of His great creations.
~Marie T. Morrison~
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No matter our age, we remain 'children of God.' Our Lord has gathered his children to listen and learn from his stories. Parents and teachers follow in his footsteps, gathering their children to share an important message. As one listens, it is exciting to see knowledge blossom! More blossoms appear on the bush, when questions are asked, listening for what answers come forth. As streams continue to flow, so does knowledge. Always treasured are our first lessons in listening coming from God, with our running streams being one of His great creations.
~Marie T. Morrison~
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Saturday, December 24, 2011
WHO IS IT?
Who has gone up to heaven and come down?
Who has gather the wind by the handful?
Who has bound up the waters in a garment?
Who has established all the ends of the earth?
What is this person's name
and the name of this person's child-
if you know it?
Proverbs 30:4
(CEB)
We all know the name! It is God, and His son, Emmanuel!
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Who has gather the wind by the handful?
Who has bound up the waters in a garment?
Who has established all the ends of the earth?
What is this person's name
and the name of this person's child-
if you know it?
Proverbs 30:4
(CEB)
We all know the name! It is God, and His son, Emmanuel!
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#CEBtour
Friday, December 23, 2011
WHAT TO BRING
"Give to the LORD the glory due his name! Bring Gifts! Tremble before him, all the earth!" Psalm 96:8,9 (CEB)
How thrilled our Lord will be, if we present Him with gifts of humility, peace, love, gratitude,compassion for one another and a daily prayer of praise!
~Marie T. Morrison~
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How thrilled our Lord will be, if we present Him with gifts of humility, peace, love, gratitude,compassion for one another and a daily prayer of praise!
~Marie T. Morrison~
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Thursday, December 22, 2011
AN ETERNAL LIGHT
"Arise! Shine! Your light has come; the LORD's glory has shone upon you."God's glory will appear over you. Nations will come to your light and kings to to your dawning radiance." Isaiah 60:1-2 (CEB)
"I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me won't walk in darkness but will have the light of life." John 8:12 (CEB)
How interesting,isn't it to take passages out of the Old Testament and the New, both referring to the the light of the LORD. How radiant is His glory, since time began, His Spirit existing forever! His eternal light will protect us with love, kindness, grace, mercy, compassion and goodness, so we may live our days in this kingdom and in the next with a peace only He can endow.
~Marie T. Morrison~
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"I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me won't walk in darkness but will have the light of life." John 8:12 (CEB)
How interesting,isn't it to take passages out of the Old Testament and the New, both referring to the the light of the LORD. How radiant is His glory, since time began, His Spirit existing forever! His eternal light will protect us with love, kindness, grace, mercy, compassion and goodness, so we may live our days in this kingdom and in the next with a peace only He can endow.
~Marie T. Morrison~
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REMINISCING
"Let's enjoy all the good things of life now. Let's enjoy creation to the fullest as we did in our youth." Wis.2:6 (CEB)
What a beautiful Christmas reflection this passage is! Taking us back to our childhood years, we can dream about the ornaments carefully placed on the tree with each having a memory. We were not afraid to sing all the Christmas carols, no matter how off key, among our group of friends. We made cards for the family, never replacing “Christ” with an “X.” Never would we miss hearing the holiday bell ringers, playing every Christmas song, listening to them in awe, those hollowed, silent, bells making glorious sounds. Waking up to the glistening snow, we would warmly bundle up to run outside and make snow angels. As we moved our legs and arms in formation and our faces upwards, the continued snowflakes fell upon us. Our eyes and mouths open, we would scream with joy as the cold snow hit our eyelashes and tongues. We would come in with frozen red cheeks, laughing, being greeted with cups of hot chocolate topped with mini-marshmallows, our parents pulling off our coats, boots and hats as we sipped, cookies on the table waiting for us. Waiting, as we are for the birth of the Christ child, thanking God for all of life He has given us!
~Marie T. Morrison~
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What a beautiful Christmas reflection this passage is! Taking us back to our childhood years, we can dream about the ornaments carefully placed on the tree with each having a memory. We were not afraid to sing all the Christmas carols, no matter how off key, among our group of friends. We made cards for the family, never replacing “Christ” with an “X.” Never would we miss hearing the holiday bell ringers, playing every Christmas song, listening to them in awe, those hollowed, silent, bells making glorious sounds. Waking up to the glistening snow, we would warmly bundle up to run outside and make snow angels. As we moved our legs and arms in formation and our faces upwards, the continued snowflakes fell upon us. Our eyes and mouths open, we would scream with joy as the cold snow hit our eyelashes and tongues. We would come in with frozen red cheeks, laughing, being greeted with cups of hot chocolate topped with mini-marshmallows, our parents pulling off our coats, boots and hats as we sipped, cookies on the table waiting for us. Waiting, as we are for the birth of the Christ child, thanking God for all of life He has given us!
~Marie T. Morrison~
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Saturday, December 17, 2011
WHAT TO SEEK
"Scatter your seed in the morning,and in the evening don't be idle because you don't know which will succeed, this one or that, or whether both will be equally good.
Sweet is the light,and it's pleasant for the eyes of the sun. Even those who live many years should take pleasure in them all." Ecclesiastes 11:6-8
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I am a person wanting to see the positive in everything. It is hard to find it in some situations, but it is there. Turning to God and the angels can help me seek the goodness. That lost seed can turn into something bountiful, bringing fruit to many.
During Advent, I reflect and pray on the goodness of each of my brethren. I am also doing my best to only speak of the goodness of those I know.
~Marie T. Morrison~
Sweet is the light,and it's pleasant for the eyes of the sun. Even those who live many years should take pleasure in them all." Ecclesiastes 11:6-8
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I am a person wanting to see the positive in everything. It is hard to find it in some situations, but it is there. Turning to God and the angels can help me seek the goodness. That lost seed can turn into something bountiful, bringing fruit to many.
During Advent, I reflect and pray on the goodness of each of my brethren. I am also doing my best to only speak of the goodness of those I know.
~Marie T. Morrison~
Thursday, December 15, 2011
ANNOUNCEMENT!!
"Hark the herald angels sing!" It is the time of year for us to praise and glorify our God, eternally bringing us light in our darkness, providing life in every direction we turn. He loves us unconditionally,giving us mercy, even when we are not following His Will. Our newborn King is coming, the angels, our unchanging messengers tell us, as they sing to announce His acclaimed birth. In our hearts,
"May God be praised, and may his great name be praised, and may all his holy angels be praised forever! May his great name be upon us, and may all the angels be praised for all eternity!" Tobit 11:13-14 (Common English Bible)
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"May God be praised, and may his great name be praised, and may all his holy angels be praised forever! May his great name be upon us, and may all the angels be praised for all eternity!" Tobit 11:13-14 (Common English Bible)
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Wednesday, December 14, 2011
SILENT HANDIWORK
The landscape is blanketed with snow today. I think of the beautiful psalm, which begins:
"Heaven is declaring God's glory; the sky is proclaiming his handiwork." Ps19:1 (CEB) (http://CommonEnglishBible.com)
I habitually wake up thanking God for another day, praising Him often as I acknowledge the roof over my head, having food to eat and warm clothing to wear. I say a prayer of gratitude for my family and friends.
As I look at nature, I always smile and thank God for what I can see, touch, smell, hear and even taste. There are the berries to eat, the salt on the lips from an ocean wind, raindrops and snowdrops gently landing on the mouth. Today is one of those days, where I especially feel happy and at peace, as I see a panorama of white. Delicate snowflakes cover every object I see out of my windows, providing a web of intricate designs. My soul is rejoicing by God’s luxuriant handiwork. Dormant fruit trees, flowering bushes at sleep for the winter and tall pines all hold layers of snow, appearing soft and silent in their own grandeur. How grateful I am, to be part of this spiritual world.
~Marie T. Morrison~
"Heaven is declaring God's glory; the sky is proclaiming his handiwork." Ps19:1 (CEB) (http://CommonEnglishBible.com)
I habitually wake up thanking God for another day, praising Him often as I acknowledge the roof over my head, having food to eat and warm clothing to wear. I say a prayer of gratitude for my family and friends.
As I look at nature, I always smile and thank God for what I can see, touch, smell, hear and even taste. There are the berries to eat, the salt on the lips from an ocean wind, raindrops and snowdrops gently landing on the mouth. Today is one of those days, where I especially feel happy and at peace, as I see a panorama of white. Delicate snowflakes cover every object I see out of my windows, providing a web of intricate designs. My soul is rejoicing by God’s luxuriant handiwork. Dormant fruit trees, flowering bushes at sleep for the winter and tall pines all hold layers of snow, appearing soft and silent in their own grandeur. How grateful I am, to be part of this spiritual world.
~Marie T. Morrison~
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
THE SHARING
"Among all things,who hasn't known that the LORD's hand did this, In whose grasp is the life of everything,the breath of every person?" Job 12:9-10 (CEB)
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Job continues to be an inspiration on what faith is about. No matter how tough life got, he looked at life as something given to him by the Lord's hand. In his own pain, he knows that without God, there would be no air. Without the air, we cannot breathe in God's glory. Without His glory, there could be no excitement and anticipation of His Son birth, bringing a new beginning to the world. Because of His Son's later pain and sacrifice, mankind was saved. Mankind offers us the sharing of God's faith,love, peace, grace, joy and mercy, now and forever.
~Marie T. Morrison~
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Job continues to be an inspiration on what faith is about. No matter how tough life got, he looked at life as something given to him by the Lord's hand. In his own pain, he knows that without God, there would be no air. Without the air, we cannot breathe in God's glory. Without His glory, there could be no excitement and anticipation of His Son birth, bringing a new beginning to the world. Because of His Son's later pain and sacrifice, mankind was saved. Mankind offers us the sharing of God's faith,love, peace, grace, joy and mercy, now and forever.
~Marie T. Morrison~
TAKE CARE
"Let the LORD'S glory last forever! Let the LORD rejoice in all he has made!" Psalm 104:31 (CEB) http://CommonEnglishBible.com
Even on dreary days, we can look around us and be joyful for what the Lord has done for us. During Advent, maybe we can try harder to help those going dreary times. Carry some bottled water in the car to hand to a homeless person, even a can of beans with a flip-top lid and a plastic spoon. Throw the old coat that you love in the trunk and hand it out to the person looking cold in front of the grocery store. It is sentimental to you, but it will bring warmth to someone else. Grab an extra neckscarf and hat to go with the coat you are giving out. Throw a suprise into the pockets, so when the the hands are dug into them to get warm, a few dollar bills will be found. All of this will have the Lord rejoice, as the man he has made is taking care of one another!
Even on dreary days, we can look around us and be joyful for what the Lord has done for us. During Advent, maybe we can try harder to help those going dreary times. Carry some bottled water in the car to hand to a homeless person, even a can of beans with a flip-top lid and a plastic spoon. Throw the old coat that you love in the trunk and hand it out to the person looking cold in front of the grocery store. It is sentimental to you, but it will bring warmth to someone else. Grab an extra neckscarf and hat to go with the coat you are giving out. Throw a suprise into the pockets, so when the the hands are dug into them to get warm, a few dollar bills will be found. All of this will have the Lord rejoice, as the man he has made is taking care of one another!
Monday, December 12, 2011
WHEN TO COME CALLING
You commanded that my life be saved because you are my rock and my fortress." Ps 70:3 #CEBtour http://CommonEnglishBible
Turn to prayer for God not only in crisis, but also when the good times roll! Lift your eyes to the heaven and give him gratitude for the grace, love and mercy He is giving you! Let the rock and fortress gain strength during those happy periods, needed when things are not going so well.
~Marie T. Morrison~
Turn to prayer for God not only in crisis, but also when the good times roll! Lift your eyes to the heaven and give him gratitude for the grace, love and mercy He is giving you! Let the rock and fortress gain strength during those happy periods, needed when things are not going so well.
~Marie T. Morrison~
Saturday, December 10, 2011
WHAT EMOTIONS!
"Look! A virgin will become pregnant and give birth to a son, And they will call him, Emmanuel." Matt 1:23 ( Emmanuel means'God is with us.') (CEB) http://CommonEnglishBible
Our Virgin Mary was chosen from God to carry His Son. She has been magnificent since her own conception, her own soul being chosen to be carried in her own mother's womb! What a grand image! We glorify Emmanuel, giving thanks to Mary, for carrying out this great deed. He is part human, part divine, to be there for humanity and God. Let our emotions pour forth, never ending our praise for him!
Our Virgin Mary was chosen from God to carry His Son. She has been magnificent since her own conception, her own soul being chosen to be carried in her own mother's womb! What a grand image! We glorify Emmanuel, giving thanks to Mary, for carrying out this great deed. He is part human, part divine, to be there for humanity and God. Let our emotions pour forth, never ending our praise for him!
Thursday, December 8, 2011
WHAT MARY SAID
Mary said, “With all my heart I glorify the Lord! In the depths of who I am I rejoice in God my savior.” Luke 2:46 (CEB) http://CommonEnglishBible.com
How often we question when we are told what to do. Mary, our Blessed Mother, only glorified the Lord and rejoiced in God when told she would carry His Son. Mary teaches us to remember the Two Great Commandments, as well as the Ten Commandments, including honor, reverence, humility, compassion, kindness and love.
How often we question when we are told what to do. Mary, our Blessed Mother, only glorified the Lord and rejoiced in God when told she would carry His Son. Mary teaches us to remember the Two Great Commandments, as well as the Ten Commandments, including honor, reverence, humility, compassion, kindness and love.
Monday, December 5, 2011
PREPARE
Prepare a way for the Lord;clear a straight path for him." Lk3:4 (CEB)
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Arrange for our Lord's birth by keeping peace and joy in our hearts. When there is the urge to have an unpleasant thought, replace it with ideas altruism. It truly is better for the heart!
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Arrange for our Lord's birth by keeping peace and joy in our hearts. When there is the urge to have an unpleasant thought, replace it with ideas altruism. It truly is better for the heart!
THE KING OF GLORY
"Who then is the king of glory? The king of glory is the LORD of hosts." Ps24:10 (CEB) http://CommonEnglishBible.com
We are awaiting the birth of our Lord, the king of glory! How beautiful and spiritual is this season!
We are awaiting the birth of our Lord, the king of glory! How beautiful and spiritual is this season!
Winner of Week One's Common English Bible
Congratulations to "Whim" for winning week number one's Common English Bible during the #CEBtour. My readers still have through January 31 to win one of well written Bibles. Keep participating and I wiill see if your name is one pulled out of the hat at week's end. It will be mailed to you if you are the lucky winner!
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Blessings,
Marie T. Morrison
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Blessings,
Marie T. Morrison
Sunday, December 4, 2011
AIM FOR THE ROAD! (Book-Verse Correction)
Listen, my son, listen and become wise; set your mind on the right course" Proverbs 23:19 #CEBtour http://CommonEnglishBible.com
Aim for the road to Heaven! We can do this by listening. Silence is golden, as it is then that we can begin to hear. There are the sounds in nature and even the sounds in the city that teach us about the life around us. Our minds are no longer based on our personal needs. A new outlook on life has begun. God has opened our eyes. Now, we must act upon what we have seen, continuing to listen, learning from actions and words as we work with others. This is how we become wise, setting our mind on the right course, a path that can lead us to Heaven.
~Marie T. Morrison~
Aim for the road to Heaven! We can do this by listening. Silence is golden, as it is then that we can begin to hear. There are the sounds in nature and even the sounds in the city that teach us about the life around us. Our minds are no longer based on our personal needs. A new outlook on life has begun. God has opened our eyes. Now, we must act upon what we have seen, continuing to listen, learning from actions and words as we work with others. This is how we become wise, setting our mind on the right course, a path that can lead us to Heaven.
~Marie T. Morrison~
Saturday, December 3, 2011
THE SILENT MESSENGERS
How good the angels are!
"Bless the LORD, all his angels, creatures of might who do his bidding." Psalm 103.20 #CEBtour http://CommonEnglishBible.com
Angels perpetually embrace us with their endearing love. If they decided to take a break for only a few minutes, we would be shocked at the chaos that could happen. God has them giving us silent messages concerning our choices, our actions, our concerns and our cares. If we give them permission, they will be our messengers, taking our prayers of healing and protection to God. What mighty instruments they are, bringing a constant peace to our lives. As we sing our praise of thanks to God, let us honor the angels for carrying out God’s will.
~Marie T. Morrison~
"Bless the LORD, all his angels, creatures of might who do his bidding." Psalm 103.20 #CEBtour http://CommonEnglishBible.com
Angels perpetually embrace us with their endearing love. If they decided to take a break for only a few minutes, we would be shocked at the chaos that could happen. God has them giving us silent messages concerning our choices, our actions, our concerns and our cares. If we give them permission, they will be our messengers, taking our prayers of healing and protection to God. What mighty instruments they are, bringing a constant peace to our lives. As we sing our praise of thanks to God, let us honor the angels for carrying out God’s will.
~Marie T. Morrison~
Friday, December 2, 2011
NO COMPARISON
Great things thou hast done, O LORD my God; thy wonderful purposes are all for our good; none can come with thee " Psalm 40:5
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Though we may do good things in life, it cannot compare what God does for all of creation. Staying humble , we praise God, giving gratitude for all of His many gifts.
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Though we may do good things in life, it cannot compare what God does for all of creation. Staying humble , we praise God, giving gratitude for all of His many gifts.
TAKE THE RIDE!
"The Lord God is my strength,who make's my feet nimble as a hind's, and sets me to range the heights." Habakkuk 3:19 #CEBtour
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This verse, worded from the Common English Bible, is a good one to recall when it is felt we cannot give one more push, one more pull, or take one more step. Speaking to God, He will talk to us in return, saying to feel His strength, to have that sensation of our spirit getting limber, to go for it! He is right there. He is not along for the ride; he is part of our ride, always there to help with every bump along the way!
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This verse, worded from the Common English Bible, is a good one to recall when it is felt we cannot give one more push, one more pull, or take one more step. Speaking to God, He will talk to us in return, saying to feel His strength, to have that sensation of our spirit getting limber, to go for it! He is right there. He is not along for the ride; he is part of our ride, always there to help with every bump along the way!
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