What A God (Extended) (Official Live Video) Another version by a Louisiana Youth group is also great!

A Saying from Moms "Don't count your chickens before the eggs hatch"

 A Saying A Saying from Moms "Don't count your chickens before the eggs hatch" from Moms "Don't count your chickens before the eggs hatch". Mindful of this on the front.

Prayer Given During A Recent Committee I Facilitated July 10, 2025

"Almighty God, We seek your guidance and wisdom as we navigate the challenges of life. Grant us clarity of mind and a discerning heart, that we may make choices that align with the will of God. Fill us with your Holy Spirit, that we may be the source of love, hope and  encouragement to those around us. Amen"

Revised Prayer for Protection: Through the Storms

 

“Christ be with me, Christ within us,

Christ behind me, Christ before us,

Christ beside me, Christ to win us,

Christ to comfort and restore us.

Christ beneath me, Christ above us,

Christ in quiet, Christ in danger,

Christ in hearts of all that love us,

   Christ in hearts of those who love Jesus (revision),

Christ in mouth of friend and stranger.”

Humbly in the name of Jesus, we pray.

Amen.

Prayer for Protection: Spanish Version

 Prayer for Protection: Spanish Version. This is the same version I have posted and read on my social media in English. In solidarity to our Hispanic brothers, sisters, cousins, family and friends. I will not do it justice by attempting to recite in Spanish but will try it on social media one day soon anyway. To help me all I have is  google translator. If asking for help learning the language perhaps my Aries (hot) spirit causes those with a more outwardly gentle spirit to respond with defeatism(s) or a sad face.  I have not asked anyone to hide, be silent or to parrot my perceived emotions and am not of the mind to give up my voice. For the few I did say "shut up too or worse" I am working on that tone & respect. Peace, love and unity. - A.T. Yoda Brooks

Oración de Protección

“Cristo esté conmigo, Cristo en mí,

Cristo detrás de mí, Cristo delante de mí,

Cristo a mi lado, Cristo para ganarme,

Cristo para consolarme y restaurarme.

Cristo debajo de mí, Cristo sobre mí,

Cristo en la quietud, Cristo en el peligro,

Cristo en los corazones de todos los que me aman,

Cristo en los corazones de quienes amo (revisión),

Cristo en la boca de amigos y desconocidos.”

Humildemente, en el nombre de Jesús, oramos.

Amén.

Independent Bible Study - on Thursday morning I will talk on an undecided verse

 Further verses that relate to the concept of disowning:

• Matthew 10:37:

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  "Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me, and whoever loves son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me." This verse highlights the potential for conflict within families due to religious devotion. 
• 1 Timothy 5:8:

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  "But if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever." This verse emphasizes the importance of family responsibility and how failure to care for one's family can be seen as a denial of faith. 
• Luke 12:53:

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  "They will be divided, father against son and son against father, mother against daughter and daughter against mother, mother-in-law against her daughter-in-law and daughter-in-law against mother-in-law." This verse describes the potential for familial division due to conflicting beliefs. 
• Psalm 27:10:

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  "Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me." This verse offers comfort in the face of abandonment, assuring that God will always be a source of support. 

Happy 4th of July!

 Happy 4th of July Weekend! Also rainy weekend down here in the St. Petersburg FL region. We stayed in. Keep it safe yawl.

Oppose Alligator Alcatraz!!

 I am not for "militantism" advocacy nor politics, however non-partisan coalitions across the State of Florida and nation should consider peaceful direct action to oppose continued operation at this site. 

1) This is a humanitarian issue 

2) This facility negatively impacts that pristine environment 

3) That site borders traditional Native American lands ( what is their input to the establishment of this facility?) Peace, liberty and democracy.

Source: https://www.naplesnews.com/story/news/local/2025/07/01/trump-tours-alligator-alcatraz-on-opening-day/84429382007/

Ancient Prayer to Check Out!

 We beseech thee, Master, to be our helper and protector.

Save the afflicted among us; have mercy on the lowly;
raise up the fallen; appear to the needy; heal the ungodly;
restore the wanderers of thy people;
feed the hungry; ransom our prisoners;
raise up the sick; comfort the faint-hearted.

(Clement of Rome, 1st Century)

Source: https://www.faithandworship.com/early_Christian_prayers.htm#gsc.tab=0

Daniel 2:21 Wisdom Vs Power

 "Daniel 2:21 He changes times and seasons; he sets up kings and deposes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning. "