Clouds

a WORD from God's Book
(photo: Alaska)
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Can anyone really understand the spreading of the clouds and the thunder that rolls forth from heaven?

Your unfailing love, O LORD, is as vast as the heavens; your faithfulness reaches beyond the clouds.

I have swept away your sins like the morning mists. I have scattered your offenses like the clouds. Oh, return to me, for I have paid the price to set you free."

Sing praises to God and to his name! Sing loud praises to him who rides the clouds. His name is the LORD-- rejoice in his presence!

When I see the rainbow in the clouds, I will remember the eternal covenant between God and every living creature on earth."

Job 36:29 Psalm 36:5 Isaiah 44:22 Psalm 68:4 Genesis 9:16
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Peace

If you can't find a way out, look up.

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Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 90720

Greater

a WORD from God's Book
(photo: near Taos,NM)
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I tell you, in this you are not right, for God is greater than man.

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged because … there is a greater power with us than with him.

I tell you the truth, anyone who has faith in me will do what I have been doing. He will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father.

Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. The second is this: Love your neighbor as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these.

I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.

Job 33:12 2 Chronicles 32:7 John 14:12 Mark 12:30-32 3 John 1:4
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Peace

Satan is powerless against the power of God's Word - speak it!

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Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 90720

Safe

a WORD from God's Book
(photo: Maui)
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The name of the LORD is a strong fortress; the godly run to him and are safe.

The spacious, free life is from GOD, it's also protected and safe.

Say this: "GOD, you're my refuge. I trust in you and I'm safe!"

So trust him absolutely, people; lay your lives on the line for him. God is a safe place to be.

GOD loves all who hate evil, And those who love him he keeps safe

I will lie down in peace and sleep, for you alone, O LORD, will keep me safe.

Proverbs 18:10 Psalm 37:39 Psalm 91:2 Psalm 62:8 Psalm 97:10 Psalm 4:8
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Peace

The human spirit soars with hope when lifted by an encouraging word.

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Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 90720

Time

a WORD from God's Book
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Until the time came to fulfill his word, the LORD tested Joseph's character.

He guards the paths of justice and protects those who are faithful to him. Then you will understand what is right, just, and fair and you will know how to find the right course of action every time. For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will fill you with joy.

Teach us to make the most of our time, so that we may grow in wisdom.

But I keep right on praying to you, LORD, hoping this is the time you will show me favor. In your unfailing love, O God, answer my prayer with your sure salvation.

Psalm 105:19 Proverbs 2:8-10 Psalm 90:12 Psalm 69:13
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Peace

Faith never stands around with its hands in its pockets.

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Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA

Light

a WORD from God's Book

(photo: Avila Beach,CA)
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Send out your light and your truth; let them guide me. Let them lead me to your holy mountain, to the place where you live.

Jesus said to the people, "I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won't be stumbling through the darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life."

For the features of the earth take shape as the light approaches, and the dawn is robed in red.

LORD, you have brought light to my life; my God, you light up my darkness.

For the LORD God is our light and protector. He gives us grace and glory. No good thing will the LORD withhold from those who do what is right.
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Peace

To lead others out of the darkness of sin, let them see your light.

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Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 90720


Psalm 43:3 John 8:12 Job 38:14 Psalm 18:28 Psalm 84:11

Direction

a WORD from God's Book


(photo - Door County, WI)













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Without good direction, people lose their way;

What happened was this: People knew God perfectly well, but when they didn't treat him like God, refusing to worship him, they trivialized themselves into silliness and confusion so that there was neither sense nor direction left in their lives.

The life-giving Spirit of GOD will hover over him, the Spirit that brings wisdom and understanding, The Spirit that gives direction and builds strength, the Spirit that instills knowledge and Fear-of-GOD.

What a God! His road stretches straight and smooth. Every GOD-direction is road-tested.
Everyone who runs toward him Makes it.

Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me.

Proverbs 11:14 Romans 1:21 Isaiah 11:2 Psalm 18:30 Psalm 119:133
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Peace

Conscience is a safe guide when guided by God's Word.

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Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 90720

Mercy

a WORD from God's Book

(photo - Door County, WI)
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We look to the LORD our God for his mercy, just as servants keep their eyes on their master, as a slave girl watches her mistress for the slightest signal.

People who cover over their sins will not prosper. But if they confess and forsake them, they will receive mercy.

No, O people, the LORD has already told you what is good, and this is what he requires: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.

God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy.

May God's mercy and peace be upon all those who live by this principle. They are the new people of God.

Psalm 123:2 Proverbs 28:13 Micah 6:8 Matthew 5:7 Galatians 6:16
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Peace

One measure of our likeness to Christ is our sensitivity to the suffering of others.


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Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 90720-0473

Care

a Word from God's Book
(Photo: Maui )
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All the others care only for themselves and not for what matters to Jesus Christ.

Pure and lasting religion in the sight of God our Father means that we must care for orphans and widows in their troubles, and refuse to let the world corrupt us.

Care for the flock of God entrusted to you. Watch over it willingly, not grudgingly--not for what you will get out of it, but because you are eager to serve God.

This makes for harmony among the members, so that all the members care for each other equally.

Give your burdens to the LORD, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall.

Philippians 2:21 James 1:27 1 Peter 5:2 1 Corinthians 12:25 Psalm 55:22
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Peace

Study the Bible to be wise; believe it to be safe; practice it to be holy.

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Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 90720

Transformed

a WORD from God's Book
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But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as from the Lord, the Spirit.

Before you know it, the Spirit of GOD will come on you and you'll be prophesying right along with them. And you'll be transformed. You'll be a new person!

But let me tell you a wonderful secret God has revealed to us. Not all of us will die, but we will all be transformed.

It will happen in a moment, in the blinking of an eye, when the last trumpet is blown. For when the trumpet sounds, the Christians who have died will be raised with transformed bodies. And then we who are living will be transformed so that we will never die.

2 Corinthians 3:18 1 Samuel 10:6 1 Corinthians 15:51 1 Corinthians 15:52
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Peace

Christ's resurrection is the guarantee of our own.

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Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 90720 (Photo: Maui)

Compassion

a WORD from God's Book
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Remember, O LORD, your unfailing love and compassion, which you have shown from long ages past.

For God said to Moses, "I will show mercy to anyone I choose, and I will show compassion to anyone I choose."

When the Lord saw her, his heart overflowed with compassion. "Don't cry!" he said.

A vast crowd was there as he stepped from the boat, and he had compassion on them because they were like sheep without a shepherd. So he taught them many things.

The LORD still waits for you to come to him so he can show you his love and compassion. For the LORD is a faithful God. Blessed are those who wait for him to help them.

Psalm 25:6 Romans 9:15 Luke 7:13 Mark 6:34 Isaiah 30:18
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Peace

Bending down to lift up another is good exercise for the heart.


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Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 90720

Garden

a WORD from God's Book
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Throughout the lifetime of Solomon, all of Judah and Israel lived in peace and safety. And from Dan to Beersheba, each family had its own home and garden.

The Sovereign LORD will show his justice to the nations of the world. Everyone will praise him! His righteousness will be like a garden in early spring, filled with young plants springing up everywhere.

Then Jesus said, "What is the Kingdom of God like? How can I illustrate it? It is like a tiny mustard seed planted in a garden; it grows and becomes a tree, and the birds come and find shelter among its branches."

The LORD will guide you continually, watering your life when you are dry and keeping you healthy, too. You will be like a well-watered garden, like an ever-flowing spring.

1 Kings 4:25 Isaiah 61:11 Luke 13:18-20 Isaiah 58:11
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Peace

Each new day gives us new reasons to sing God's praise.


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Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 90720

Presence

a WORD from God's Book
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You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.

In the same way, there is joy in the presence of God's angels when even one sinner repents."

Happy are those who hear the joyful call to worship, for they will walk in the light of your presence, LORD.

And so I walk in the LORD's presence as I live here on earth!

Let the godly rejoice. Let them be glad in God's presence. Let them be filled with joy.

You have shown me the way of life, and you will give me wonderful joy in your presence.'

Psalm 16:11 Luke 15:10 Psalm 89:15 Psalm 116:9 Psalm 68:3 Acts 2:28
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Peace

Fellowship with Christ is the secret of fruitfulness.

Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 9720

Direct

a WORD from God's Book
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It's better to be poor and direct than rich and crooked.

Seek his will in all you do, and he will direct your paths.

By faith in Christ you are in direct relationship with God.

"Don't bargain with God. Be direct. Ask for what you need.

Let the Word of Christ--the Message--have the run of the house. Give it plenty of room in your lives. Instruct and direct one another using good common sense. And sing, sing your hearts out to God!

Proverbs 28:6 Proverbs 3:6 Galatians 3:26 Matthew 7:7 Colossians 3:16
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Peace

Follow the leader who follows Christ.

Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 90720

Celebrate

a WORD from God's Book
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Or, you may fall on your knees and pray--to God's delight! You'll see God's smile and celebrate, finding yourself set right with God.

We couldn't possibly do otherwise. We don't just put up with our limitations; we celebrate them, and then go on to celebrate every strength, every triumph of the truth in you. We pray hard that it will all come together in your lives.

Celebrate GOD. Sing together--everyone! All you honest hearts, raise the roof!

Worship GOD in adoring embrace, Celebrate in trembling awe.

Celebrate God all day, every day. I mean, revel in him!

Job 33:26 2 Corinthians 13:9 Psalm 32:11 Psalm 2:11 Philippians 4:4
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Peace

Our greatest privilege is to enjoy (celebrate) Christ's presence.


Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 90720

Build

a WORD from God's Book
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Enlarge your house; build an addition; spread out your home!

I entrust you to God and the word of his grace--his message that is able to build you up and give you an inheritance with all those he has set apart for himself.

[ A Call to Orderly Worship ] Let's summarize what I am saying. When you meet, one will sing, another will teach, another will tell some special revelation God has given, one will speak in an unknown language, while another will interpret what is said. But everything that is done must be useful to all and build them up in the Lord.

So then, let us aim for harmony in the church and try to build each other up.

But you, dear friends, must continue to build your lives on the foundation of your holy faith. And continue to pray as you are directed by the Holy Spirit.

Isaiah 54:2 Acts 20:32 1 Corinthians 14:26 Romans 14:19 Jude 1:20
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Peace

Seeing God's work in our lives puts a new song on our lips.


Glenn
PO Box 473 Los Alamitos CA 9720