[Faith-talk] Autumn Glory

[debby]

That was beautiful. I wish the author had been listed, as I would like to find other pieces they have written. Ah well.    Debby

On Sep 20, 2016 8:29 AM, Paul Smith via Faith-Talk <faith-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
> Hello folks.  Unfortunately the author's name of this piece is not 
> given, but it is so full of descriptive terms that, even if you can't 
> see a thing, you'll be blessed with what the author had to write.  
> Following this I'll come back with ways for you to listen to my show 
> over cjoyinternetradio.com. 
>
> Here in September, we are approaching the sunset of the year.  As the 
> light of the falling sun dims into red, pink, and golden hues, one 
> cannot help but think of the fleeting year.  Autumn has pushed another 
> summer into the archives of time.  Now is an ideal moment to take stock 
> of summer's gifts, to dream of the past, and to relish the moment at hand. 
>
> Each year autumn seems to come as something of a surprise.  Just around 
> the corner, a glorious performance lies for all the senses to behold.  
> The beautiful colors have already begun to appear.  Sumac, bittersweet, 
> and woodbine lead the footsteps of fall.  Soon the brilliant hues of 
> brightly colored leaves will spread across the mountains, valleys, and 
> foothills. 
>
> In these precious hills, the berries of the dogwood and black alder 
> sparkle as they march in harmony to the accompaniment of autumn's songs 
> and sounds.  I listen to the tremolo of the chipmunks as they busy 
> themselves along the old stone walls.  Bird songs are also abundant in 
> these sunlit days, songs of migrating birds and of those birds that 
> will remain throughout the winter. 
>
> The wildflower's blossoms will be with us until the first heavy frost 
> nips the grass and blooms.  Until then, I never fail to take in the 
> loveliness of the goldenrod and morning glory, the charm of the wild 
> sunflowers and Queen Anne's lace, and the beauty of the asters. 
>
> In all of autumn's marvelous displays, I see the handiwork of the 
> Creator.  Experiencing the beauty of the season strengthens my faith 
> and gives me hope and trust and confidence in the glorious cycle of life. 
>
> What you have just heard or read will be the opening article to be 
> presented on my radio program today.  Now, if you wish to hear it, 
> point your browser to 
> http://www.cjoyinternetradio.com 
> and click on your player of choice.  Members of the Interactive 
> Christian Community will hopefully find the station streaming. 
>
> I don't know if Pastor Darrell Breffe, the owner/operator of the 
> station, will allow comments on the phone bridge, but if you prefer to 
> listen via phone and have unlimited long-distance coverage, please call 
> 218-948-1428 
> and, when prompted, enter the code Jesus (53787) and you should be in 
> the virtual studio.  You may have to press the pound key after entering 
> the number above. 
>
> And that will do it for today.  Until I see you in the virtual studio 
> or until tomorrow when, Lord willing another seasonal article will be 
> posted, may the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob just keep us safe, 
> individually and collectively, in these last days in which we live.  
> Your Christian friend and brother, Paul 
>
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