[Faith-talk] Autumn Glory
debby
semisweetdebby at gmail.com
Wed Sep 21 16:03:43 UTC 2016
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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