For Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE 

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2025

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

In Texas

 Sunrise:    7;10 am

   Sunset:   7:52  

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Life is a special occasion!

Hallmark

Today is VJ Day, which stands for Victory over Japan. On August 14, 1945, it was announced to the world that Japan had surrendered to the Alies, signifying the end of WWII.  This historic milestone is celebrated on September 2nd, which commemorates the date of Japan’s formal surrender aboard the U.S.S. Missouri 

The holiday goes by several names - Victory over Japan Day, Victory in the Pacific Day or VP Day.  It was estimated that anywhere from 60 to 80 million people lost their lives in WWII, on both sides of the war.  

Celebrate today and take a moment to remember those who fought for this victory or learn more about the history of it.  Be thankful  those who served their country in WWII! 

If you cannot see the bright side polish the dull side 

THOUGHT  FOR TODAY

VJ or Victory in Japan Day, marked the date of the Japanese surrender that ended fighting in the Pacific.

Doc Hastings 

My dad fought in WWII and was in the Army but not in the Pacific during World War II.  I did, however have a couple of uncles in the Pacific and one of them died there. 

Dad was a Purple Heart recipient and was severely wounded but survived and suffered from those wounds until he died.  He had several pieces of Scrapnel imbeded that were not opperable . I will always remember and never forget.  I hope there is never another war like it on our planet and pray for peace in our world. 

Everyone is back to school and work today and it is a normal day here.  We had some rain over the weekend, and may have some more this coming week. 

 I hope you all have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!

COUNTING MY GIFTS

Our prayer today is one of gratitude, Oh Lord, that peace has come to bless the earth, but above all we pray for wisdom and for the spirit of love in the hearts of men, for without that spirit, wisdom will avail us little.  

Eleanor Roosevelt

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

13,623. for the end of WWII.

13,624. for the victory of our troops

13,625. for all veterans of the military, living or deceased.

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

Life is far too important a thing ever to talk seriously about.

Oscar Wilde

a smile,a word of cheer, 

A bit of love from someone dear…

Love,

ma