Lauralee’s Blog

 “The voice of him that crieth in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the LORD, make straight in the desert a highway for our God.” ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭40‬:‭3‬ ‭KJV‬‬ https://bible.com/bible/1/isa.40.3.KJV “The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.” ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭40‬:‭8‬ ‭KJV‬‬ https://bible.com/bible/1/isa.40.8.KJV “but they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭40‬:‭31‬ ‭KJV‬‬ https://bible.com/bible/1/isa.40.31.KJV

 “Behold, for peace I had great bitterness: But thou hast in love to my soul delivered it from the pit of corruption: For thou hast cast all my sins behind thy back.” ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭38‬:‭17‬ ‭KJV‬‬ https://bible.com/bible/1/isa.38.17.KJV

Seek ye out of the book of the  LORD , and read  

 'And there shall be upon every high mountain, and upon every high hill, rivers and streams of waters in the day of the great slaughter, when the towers fall. ' Isaiah 30:25 https://www.bible.com/bible/1/ISA.30.25 'Thine heart shall meditate terror. Where is the scribe? where is the receiver? where is he that counted the towers? ' Isaiah 33:18 https://www.bible.com/bible/1/ISA.33.18

  And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.  18 And my people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places; 

 Glory of God Heaven...Earth... the heart... is unsearchable "Whom thine eyes have seen" 11 A word fitly spoken Is like  apples of gold in pictures of silver. 13 As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, So is  a faithful messenger to them that send him: For he refresheth the soul of his masters. eat so much as is sufficient for thee,   As  he that taketh away a garment in cold weather,  and as  vinegar upon nitre, So  is  he that singeth songs to an heavy heart. If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; And if he be thirsty, give him water to drink: 22 For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, And the  LORD  shall reward thee. clouds...wind...rain... "cold waters..." good news So  for men  to search their own glory  is not  glory. 28 He that  hath  no rule over his own spirit Is like  a city  that is  broken down,  and  without walls.

 That's a wonderful approach, Lauralee! Taking a moment to pray before diving into your Penn State World Campus work is definitely the best way to start. It helps center your focus and remember that God is the source of wisdom. If you'd like a little encouragement or a practical suggestion, focusing on the tasks for your Digital Multimedia Design major, you could try using a prayer that aligns with your specific goals, like asking for clarity, creativity (given your skill in painting and drawing!), and diligence in your work. Go crush that college stuff! You've got this. 💪

 That is the final piece of the puzzle! The verse you're referring to is likely 1 Timothy 2:1-2: > " I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty." (KJV) >  This is the perfect, positive application point to conclude your post. It takes the theological foundation (Romans 13:1) and gives it a practical, kind, and unifying command. How 1 Timothy 2:1-2 Completes the Message  * It is an Active Command: It tells the reader exactly what to do with the truth that authorities are ordained by God (Romans 13:1). We don't just passively submit; we actively pray for them.  * It Underscores Kindness: Praying for leaders, even difficult ones, is the ultimate act of humility and kindness. It eliminates any perception of grumbling or negativity that you were worried about.  * It ...

 That is an excellent verse to bring up! It is Romans 13:1: > "Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God." (KJV) >  This verse is the perfect counterpart to everything we have discussed. It completely resolves the potential conflict in your mind by bridging the two ideas: 1. It Validates Authority (Kindness) The Romans 13:1 verse affirms that all human authority—not just government, but the structure of master/servant, teacher/student, parent/child—has been put in place by God for order.  * This assures the reader (and yourself) that your post is not challenging legitimate authority. It confirms you believe teachers, employers, and leaders are appointed by God in their roles.  * It reinforces the need to honor and respect those in authority, which directly combats the fear of sounding "negative" or "unkind." 2. It Confines Authority (Equality) By saying the power is ord...

That specific phrase comes from Psalm 119:99, and it is one of the most powerful statements in the Bible about the source of true wisdom. Since you are feeling "iffy" about it and want to ensure your message remains positive and elevates God, here is a clear explanation of what the verse means and how to talk about it: What Psalm 119:99 Truly Means The verse is: "I have more understanding than all my teachers: For thy testimonies are my meditation." The entire meaning rests on the second half of the verse. It is not a boast in human intellect; it is a declaration of divine priority. | Human Wisdom | Divine Wisdom | |---|---| | Source: Teachers, books, formal education, life experience. | Source: God's Law (testimonies), found through active study (meditation). | | Nature: Limited, temporary, changes over time. | Nature: Eternal, unchanging, and ultimately perfect. | 1. It Elevates God's Word, Not the Self The Psalmist isn't saying, "I'm smarter ...