For Sunday, December 10th, 2023

 

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE 

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10TH, 2023

The moments of our lives may be bright with possibility, dark with fear or sadness, or even plain everyday gray, but God's glory never fades.  May God's glory shine into the exciting lights, upsetting darks,  and boring grays of your every day.

Slightly adapted from one of my morning devotionals

12 DAYS UNTIL WINTER 

In Ohio

   Sunrise:   7:43 am

   Sunset:    4:’58 pm

Life is a special   

occasion!

Hallmark!

 

Today is Human Rights day which has been celebrated since December 10, 1948.  The United Nations General Assembly adapted the universal Declaration of Human Rights.  It reminds us that all individuals should honor and stand up for their rights, no matter your location or circumstances.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is the most translated document in the world.  It’s been translated into  over 500 languages. While it is not legally binding it is still the most  ever important document and is highly influential in international law.

To celebrate today spend a few minutes learning about your human rights as a world citizen, and educate someone about the importance of their fundamental rights.

If you cannot see the bright side, polish the dull side

 

THOUGHT FOR TODAY 

The rights of every man are diminished when the rights of one man are threatened.

John F. Kennedy

We here in the United States are very blessed as we have a Constitution that spells out our rights. The Bill of Rights is the first 10 amendments to the Constitution. They guarantee civil rights and liberties to the individual , like freedom of speech, press and religion.  It sets rules for the due process of law and reserves all powers not to delegate to the Federal Government to the people of the States.

I love the fact that we have religious freedom here, many are persecuted for their faith.

Today is the 2nd Sunday of Advent and I will be lighting the 2nd purple candle in my Advent wreath.  That is what the pictures are of today.

I have the right to say what I want to say and no one can stop that.  We may not all agree on the same things, but we can agree to disagree and show respect each other. 

They say it’s nice to be important, but it’s more important to be nice!

We are colder again with temps in the upper 30’s.  It is cloudy with no sunshine today, so it’ll be a good day to take a long Sunday nap. 

I hope you all have a RELAXING Sunda

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COUNTING MY BLESSINGS 

America’s support for human rights and democracy is our noblest export to the world.

William Bennett 

Counting at least 3 things every day that I'm thankful for.  There is truly is always something to be thankful for.

11,876 For all the rights I have as a human that lives in the United States.

11,877. for a warm and comfortable home.

11,878.for a day of rest 

Enter into His courts with thanksgiving — and in His presence is fullness of Joy!

PRAYER FOR OUR TROOPS

Please pray for God's protection of

our troops and HIS wisdom for their

commanders.

 

Almighty and eternal God,

Protect our military

as they discharge their duties

with the shield of your strength,

may the power of your love

enable them to return home in safety

that with all who love them

they may ever praise you for your loving care.

AND bless our Police Officers, Firefighters and EMT’s.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen

GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

ADVICE FOR TODAY

Give to every human being every right that you claim for yourself.

Robert Green Ingersoll

a smile, a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma