by Macy Johnson
“You prepare a table before me in the
presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil; my cup
overflows.”
(Psalm 23:5 NIV)
“Nana,
what does that mean?” my granddaughter asked as she pointed to the imprinting across
my green shirt. “My cup runneth over means I have more than enough. God
blesses me with more than I want," I replied. “It is from the Psalm about a
shepherd who provides for his sheep.”
by Macy Johnson
“Make every effort to add to your
faith goodness;
and to goodness, knowledge.”
(2 Peter 1:5 NIV)
I was
seated at a large round table in the youth’s fellowship hall of our church.
Friends, young and old, were gathered that Wednesday afternoon to play
dominoes. It was a fun, relaxing time to make new friends and maintain lasting
relationships.
by Macy Johnson
“But wisdom is proved right by all her
children.”
(Luke 7:35 NIV)
One of my
favorite lines in the movie, Amadeus, was spoken by Emperor Joseph II. “Too
many notes, dear Mozart, too many notes!” he said after a performance in Vienna.
Mozart replied, “Just as many as necessary, Your Majesty.”
by Macy Johnson
“Go up to Gilead and get balm, O
Virgin Daughter of Egypt.
But you multiply remedies in vain;
there is no healing for you.”
(Jeremiah 46:11 NIV)
My husband
and I wanted a new primary care doctor who would provide personalized assistance.
Frustrations arose from being examined by nurse practitioners only. We searched
for an astute physician whom we could trust.
by Macy Johnson
“And we know that in all things God
works
for the good of those who love Him,
who have been called according to His
purpose.”
(Romans 8:28 NIV)
A cousin
adopted a beautiful baby. What could have resulted in a tragic birth turned
into a blessing for the family in many ways.
An aunt is
nearing her ninetieth birthday. Her children found someone, a God-send,
to spend several hours a day with her. Not only does this new companion drive the
aunt to appointments and an outing, she has become a friend.
