A Web-Walk Each Friday through a Fun ‘n Faith Home Called Peggie’s Place…
Correction: The version that published yesterday had a coding error making much of the newsletter unreadable. Please use this version – one little omission messed up all my hard work! Perfection is apparently unattainable in this life….to err is still human!! Thanks for your patience and understanding!
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It’s Friday!! Take a break and enjoy a byte or two of fun ‘n faith this week from “the most fun Christian home on the Web!” (You’re allowed to sneak a byte of chocolate too!!)
Prayer request: My husband, Dr. Joe, has been seriously ill with strep and staph infections, with a long recovery road ahead. I would appreciate your prayers. Thanks much, Peggie!
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A Faith-Filled Word or Two…
A mini-message from God’s Word for your week!
“Panic on the Sea!”
Grandpa was a fisherman off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada, and somehow I’ve inherited his deep love for the sea–AND for a good storm! Now I have no reliable source to confirm that–he probably DREADED storms–but somehow, I’ve got this wild freak of nature in me that not only loves the rollin’ sea but loves a rockin’ storm too–as long as I’m not out IN it! Now were I OUT on the sea in a storm, do you think I would PANIC? You’d better believe it–this emotional English/Italiano person wouldn’t be having a tea party aboard boat–I’d be scared to death!
As THEY were–the disciples, that is! It’s one of my favorite stories, fright and all. For panic must surely have been aboard that fishing boat, tossed about on the Sea of Galilee, the Savior sound asleep–the sailors wide-eyed in terror. “Wake up, Master, we’re about to drown. Don’t you care!!” And Jesus, calm as He always IS in a crisis, awakens, stands with authority, speaks to the wind and the waves, “Peace, be still” and with one last, wonderful WHOOSH, the wind and waves obeyed! A calm settled around and within these mighty men of the sea as panic turned to peace, peril to protection–for HE, the Lord of the wind and waves–was on board!
He’s aboard MY boat–and YOURS too–let all the devils in hell hear it and run! GOD’S in our boat–and we’re not about to drown–so panic, be gone in Jesus’ Name. HE is present, and “Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is PEACE”–not panic! Panic comes from the prince of darkness, the pit of hell, to distract, disturb and disengage you from whatever purpose God has for your life. Fear not–let HIS peace cover your mind, body, soul, and spirit THIS day. He’s captain of your ship–and you’re going to make it!
Scripture: “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casteth out fear…(1 John 4:18.).”
“And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm (Mark 4:39).”
Prayer: Lord, there’s panic in my boat today, and it’s not from You. I need to hear Your voice whispering, “Peace, be still,” to my troubled heart. Quiet my mind, spirit and soul, Lord–let me know, without a doubt, that You are Master over everything happening in my life right now. You are in control, You will not forsake–and I can trust in You, In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”
–by Peggie C. Bohanon. Copyright 2009, Springfield, MO. All rights reserved.
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A FEATURED SITE-BYTE FOR THE SAINTS…
Highlighting a fun ‘n faith page at Peggie’s Place!
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“God is more disposed to move on an admitted emptiness than a
presumed fullness.” — Tommy Tenny
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FORTIFYING HEART AND SOUL…
Fun ‘n Faith featured at Peggie’s Place!
The Play Room – Tickles ‘n Truth to Bring a Smile!
“Male Language Patterns” and “Shop Carefully!”
“Politically Correct Terms for Cat Owners” and “‘Jesus Help Me!’ – the Faith of Todd Beamer
“Back in Time – to 1902″ and “O Dolly, How I Love You!”
“Kids’ Deep Thoughts” and “Gr A ce!”
“Turning a Corner” and “Lest We Forget”
Humor and inspiration archives:
Tickles ‘n Truth archives
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This week’s devotionals at Peggie’s Place:
Bible Bytes ‘n Chocolate Chews
WordWalk devotional of the Week
Words from the Well – Devos for the Week
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A quick peek at some of the devos from the archives!
“Sand, Surf ‘n the Sea!” . . .
Oceans of Love
The Hazards of a Christian Habitat–a hilarious wedding disaster!
Food ‘n Drink…Five Thousand to One
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Featured poem by Pastor/Poet Greg Asimakoupoulos:
“The King of Pop and the King of Kings”
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FEATURED NUGGETS FROM THE NET…
Sharing our times and our treasures found on the Web!
“Christians and Self-Talk – How Much Can We Psych Ourselves Up?”
“Is Beauty the Beast?”
- Part 1 . . . Part 2
“The Pentecostal Evangel” – (new articles weekly)
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“Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear–not absence of fear.”
– Mark Twain
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FOOD FOR THE FAITHFUL…
A raid-the-fridge recipe byte from cyberspace to you!
The Bohanon Rocky Road Brownies
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FAVORITES FOR A RAINY DAY…
A Merry Mix of Christian and family-friendly recommended sites for surfing!
10 Basic Steps to Christian Maturity (Dr. Bill Bright)
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Can’t get to church this Sunday?
You’re always welcome at “Father’s House”!
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FUN ‘N FAITH FOUND ON THE WEB…
A sampling of “fun ‘n faith” Web articles or links!
There are names of 16 books of the Bible mentioned in the paragraph
below. See how many you can find. HINT: The names be part of a word or
part of two words put together.
“I once made a remark about the hidden books of the Bible. It was a
lulu, kept people looking so hard for the facts, and for others it was a
revelation. Some were in a jam, especially since the names of the books
were not capitalized. But the truth finally struck home to numbers of
our readers. To others, it was a real job. We want it to be a most
fascinating few moments for you. Yes, there will be some really easy
ones to spot, others may require judges to help find them. I will
quickly admit it usually takes a minister to find one of them, and there
will be loud lamentations when it is found. A little lady says she brews
a cup of tea so she can concentrate better. See how well you can
compete. Relax now, for there really are sixteen names of books of the
bible in the paragraph.”
– Author Unknown; Reprinted from E-Mail Ministry
NOTE:
The solution is published in the message titled
“16 Bible Books Puzzle Solution.”
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If a Dog Were the Teacher
If a dog was the teacher you would learn stuff like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
When it’s in your best interest, practice obedience.
Let others know when they’ve invaded your territory.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you’re happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
No matter how often you’re scolded, don’t buy into the guilt thing and
pout. ! run right back and make friends.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you’re not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle
them gently.
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FunLink: Divine Parody
FavLink: For Sale
FavQuote: “Faith is believing in advance what can only be understood in reverse.”
-Chuck Swindoll.
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FINIS!
That’s the news from Peggie’s Place this week. God bless!
Signed, “The Smiling Cybersaint!”
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May HE always have the LAST WORD!
“And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me (John 12:32).”
–Copyright 2009 by Peggie C. Bohanon, Springfield, MO 65803. All rights reserved.
–Quote credits: Mikey’s Funnies and/or Walking with Jesus Ministries .
