Today sees the final episode from Psalm 92:12-15, and the subject of what makes a righteous man – a man of God. In “A Righteous Man” the psalmist refers to the righteous as stately trees and I asked whether as His trees are our roots soaking in God’s Word. In “Planted To Flourish” I introduce you to Almighty God the Gardener, planting His righteous ones in His house (the church). His planting plan is for family unity amongst His children. In “Still Serving Him!” we confront the Biblical reality that as God’s servants we do not retire until He calls us home. The righteous grow and flourish in their service of Him being a rich source of wisdom…
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Neurologist
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Neurologists perform physical examinations to test vision, memory, speech, balance, muscle strength and movement because such functions can be impaired by neurological disorders. They also perform tests such as EEG (electroencephalograph), MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), CAT scan, (computed axial tomography), spinal tap and other diagnostic procedures. Once a diagnosis has been confirmed…
15 Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. 2 But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.”
3 Then Jesus told them this parable: 4 “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Doesn’t he leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? 5 And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders 6 and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.’7 I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent.
This is one of many beautiful, heart-touching songs whose lyrics were written by Colonel Mrs. Ivy Mawby. Ivy was born in 1903 and entered the Salvation Army Training College for Officers in London at the age of eighteen. In 1929 she married then Major Arthur Mawby. Ivy spent much of her lifetime speaking and writing, with particular interest in the needs of women. She travelled extensively and was known for being able to see the Divine in life’s ordinary things. She served in France and Great Britain. At International Headquarters, Ivy worked in the Editorial Department, using her admirable writing skills. She retired as a Colonel in 1963. Mrs. Mawby was Promoted to Glory in 1983, having enriched the Salvation Army with her writing of poetry, prose and song.
Like to a lamb who from the fold has strayed Far on the mountain, of the dark afraid, Seeking a shelter from the night’s alarm, Longing for comfort of the shepherd’s arm, So Jesus found me on sin’s mountain drear, Gathered me close and banished all my fear.
In the love of Jesus there is all I need, While I follow closely where my Lord may lead; By His grace forgiven, in His presence blest, In the love of Jesus, In the love of Jesus is perfect rest.
Like to a pilgrim in an unknown land, Seeking the comfort of a guiding hand, Fearing the perils of the winding way, Pleading for strength sufficient every day, I met my Lord; and though the path be dim, He knows the way and I will walk with Him.
Like to a child who, when the night may fall, Out of the darkness hears his father call, Far and a weary though his feet may roam, Sees in the distance shining lights of home, So at the last the music of His voice Will calm my fears and make my heart rejoice.
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