The world seems to be changing. Some see it as a very scary place. Who wants to bring children into this crazy, upside down world? Instead of living in fear and dread, why not look at this as a time of opportunity?
I, The Lord Of Sea And Sky,
I Have Heard My People Cry.
All Who Dwell In Dark And Sin,
My Hand Will Save.
I Who Made The Stars Of Night,
I Will Make Their Darkness Bright.
Who Will Bear My Light To Them?
Whom Shall I Send?
Here I Am Lord, Is It I, Lord?
I Have Heard You Calling In The Night.
I Will Go Lord, If You Lead Me.
I Will Hold Your People In My Heart.
While this might not be the Tribulations, it is a very difficult time for people of faith. We have all heard the warning of false prophpets. Believe you me when I say through social media they are out in full force. I’m not going to name names, but one of the biggest false movements is that of Prosperity Preaching. Does the Lord want us, His children, to lead an abundant life? Absolutely! Abundant in His graces. Abundant in His mercy. Abundant in His love. But not in the wealth and power of this existance. And in reality, the only ones truly reaping wealth and power from preaching Prosperity are the preachers.
Show me where it is written in the Bible that if you follow Christ, you will have an easy road? Where is the warm and fuzzy message of Jesus? With the exception of John, none of His apostles died mercifully. They were put to death for speaking the truth. Now more than every before, those of us who are “enlightened” need to speak up. Not in anger or hate, but with compassion and understanding. Only then will we bring about true and lasting change. Only when the hearts of man turn from the sins of vanity, greed, lust – you get the idea. It’s a matter of not allowing the persuit of worldly possessions separate us from our relationship with our creator. He must come first in all things. It’s that simple.
To every season there is a beauty from above. Autumn is my favorite season of all because the world is wrapped in huges of amber and gold. It simmers and seems to not only warm but quiet the soul. Count your blessings, big and small. For God loves you as He loves us all.
An Easy Pork Chop Supper
Pork Chops with Pan Drippings
4 thick boneless Pork Chops
Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste
Fresh Rosemary as desired
2 Garlic Cloves
1/2 cup White Wine
1/2 cup Chicken Stock
4 tablespoons Butter, divided
Season pork chops with salt and pepper. Strip Rosemary needles from sprigs, mince. Peel and nice garlic. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Swirl the pan to distribute the butter. Add pork chops, brown for about 3 minutes per side.
Add wine, scatter rosemary and garlic over and around the pork chops. Simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat for about 20 minutes. Turn pork chops over, add chicken stock and continue to cook, covered, for another 15 minutes or until chops are tender and cooked through.
Place pork chops on a serving platter, cover to keep warm. Off heat whisk remaining 2 tablespoons butter into the pan. Once fully incorporated, uncover chops and spoon pan drippings over the pork. Serve and enjoy.
Seasoned Baked Potatoes
2 large Baking Potatoes
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
2 teaspoons Dried Basil
1/2 teaspoon Onion Salt
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
4 tablespoons Butter
4 tablespoons Sour Cream
Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste
4 tablespoons Chives
Heat oven to 400 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, set aside.
Scrub potatoes, cut in half lengthwise. Place potatoes, cut side up, on the prepared baking sheet. Brush with oil.
In a small bowl, whisk together the basil, onion salt and garlic powder. Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the potatoes. Place in the heated oven to bake for about 35 minutes or until tender.
To serve top potatoes with butter, a dollop of sour cream, salt and pepper. Snip chives, scatter over the potatoes.
Cut Green Beans
1 can Cut Green Beans
1 tablespoons Butter
Pinch Salt
Drain green beans, rinse well. Lace in a saucepan over medium heat. Add butter and a pinch of salt. Warm gently until ready to serve.
Bless the Lord, all you His chosen ones,
and may all of you praise His majesty.
Celebrate days of gladness, and give Him praise.
Blessed be God, who lives for ever.
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