jasper |ˈjaspər| noun 1 an opaque reddish-brown variety of chalcedony. 2 a kind of hard fine porcelain invented by Josiah Wedgwood and used for Wedgwood cameos and other delicate work. Other delicate work. What other delicate work is Jasper used for?
Category Archives: Talking Points
Moderation in all things
“Moderation in all things,” is an extrapolation of Aristotle’s Doctrine of the Mean (as presented in Nicomachean Ethics). I have often heard this quoted as being a proverb right out of the writings of the Apostle Paul, not so. But, Paul did use a very similar idea when he wrote I Corinthians 9:25.
Wit-ting-with the Lilies-Samaritan
“Good Samaritan” a charitable or helpful person (with reference to Luke 10:33). Does “Good Samaritan” have application in our lives today? If so, how?
What do you think?
“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy– think about such things.” Philippians 4:8 (NIV) I have just seen the last dvd by Joyce Meyer’s, “Battlefield of the Mind”, in my local community Bible study. One of the scriptures she shared was this one,Continue reading “What do you think?”
Alice Adventures in Wonderland-Chapter XII
Remember that when we left Alice last time she was in court where there was a trial going on over stolen tarts. By now Alice is growing so large that she upset s the jury box with her skirt as she stands up. The trial finally proceeds after this upset and when asked by theContinue reading “Alice Adventures in Wonderland-Chapter XII”
Wit-ting-with the Lilies
debauchery diˈbô ch ərē| noun ‘excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures.’ Have you heard or used debauchery recently? Have you lived a life of debauchery? Or, are you living a life of debauchery?
Turn Self into Elf
Turn Self into Elf Subtract S from Self and you’ll have Elf! Why Elf you might ask? It’s lest room for Self!
Quote for our Day
“A woman is like a tea bag. You never know how strong she is until she gets into hot water.” Inspirational Vitamins, A Guide to Personal Empowernment…Dr. Robin L. Smith
Take Heart
“…for when I am weak [in human strength], then am I [truly] strong (able, powerful in divine strength)” (II Corinthians 12:10, AMP) Yes, I am glad to be weak or insulted or mistreated or to have troubles and sufferings, if it is for Christ. Because when I am weak, I am strong. 2 Corinthians 12:10Continue reading “Take Heart”
Jettison; but what
January 20, 2009- President Barack Obama made some startling picturesque remarks in his inaugurate speech. “For we know that our patchwork heritage is a strength, not a weakness. We are a nation of Christians and Muslims, Jews and Hindus – and non-believers. We are shaped by every language and culture, drawn from every end ofContinue reading “Jettison; but what”
