John 14:27
(The Living Bible translation)
[Jesus said]
“I am leaving you with a gift –
peace of mind and heart!
And the peace I give isn’t fragile
like the peace the world gives.
So don’t be troubled or afraid.”
Shalom
The peace that Jesus Christ gives us is “Shalom.” It is a deep peace, filled with health and joy, security and contentment. It is a deep, lasting peace that sustains us through any circumstance. Thanks to Jesus, we can have peace with God, with one another, and with our own spirit.What a priceless gift!
1st Cor. 18:31
Peace in Quietness
In silence, I commune with my Maker each morning. In that quietness, I find strength and wisdom. In His Word, I find reassurance.
Isaiah 55:3 (KJ version)
“Incline your ear and come unto Me.
Hear and your soul shall live.”
In the stillness of the 9-11 Friday morning, Bob and I took our TazE and headed with our ATV to meet friends and spend the day communing with them and with nature.
On the road again!
In the quietness of the morning,
the roar of 5 ATV’s pierced the air.
Headed to McAtee Bridge and on to Ruby Creek,
five couples left the Madison Valley,
glanced across the landscape
to the glory of the Sphynx Mountain,
and climbed to the 9,400 ft. level
to enjoy God’s creation.
A perfect, blue sky day. We were blessed!
high enough to find snow at our favorite outhouse!
Lunch break with the Asbergs, Feldmans, and Washburns
The red rock ridges were spectacular!!
Dinner time – a BBQ at Ruby Creek Campgrounds
A beautiful spot right by the river
we had the privilege of another river view
right below Fran McNeill’s deck
would be best on that stretch of the river
at her lovely home on the river
and we enjoyed an invincible summer day together.
Psalm 46:10
“He says, ‘Be still and know that I am God.”
Compassion and Gratitude
In the stillness of this Sunday afternoon, I treasure the blessings of this weekend. The time in the mountains, the camaraderie of friends, the health we enjoy, the beauty of the river, the peacefulness of cloudless blue skies. And I don’t take any of this SHALOM for granted! I know there are others whose homes and businesses are burning right now. I have a heart of compassion for those in Harm’s Way – and I pray for their safety.
Our valley is covered with smoke from fires that are ravaging this western part of the USA. I know there are people for whom “Shalom” is a distant image – a feeling they long to see return. I pray that it will. I pray that my happy pictures gave you pause to smile – and gave you hope for a blue-sky, peace-filled future.
filled with great promises.
In the midst of COVID-19 and fires,
racial injustice and political unrest,
may you find SHALOM
in your heart.
You are blessed to be a blessing –
So share your joys –
And count your blessings.
Thanks for visiting JanBeek.
See ya tomorrow.
Gentle Hugs <3
Shalom!
Comments on: "Shalom" (22)
Shalom! Jan, thanks for sharing your day’s journey. Your words and photos made me feel as if I was tagging along.
Thanks for joining us, {{{Richard}}} Have a Shalom week!
Lovely pictures. Priceless is the time we spend in the presence of God with our friends. How majestic and wonderful. You look so happy. God bless. ♡
Thank you! I appreciate your visit and kind words. The peace that passeth understanding be yours today!
Thanks! <3 Peace, peace, wonderful peace sent down from the Father above!!!! Sweep over my soul indeed! <3 Thanks Jan 🙂
You’re most welcome. Shalom! <3
Thank you, {{{Donna}}}. Have a Shalom Week! I appreciate your visit.
I appreciate you! <3 Keep shining for Jesus! 🙂
Shine, Jesus, Shine! (I know that song!) <3
A splendid day
What a joyful way to spend time with friends. Blessings of His Shalom! ♥
Thank you, {{{Jacquie}}}… yes, it was a joyful weekend.
Love this! It was a blessing to have you join me at Madison House! Shalom!
Love your house. Love your setting. Love you. <3 Thank you for sharing, {{{Fran}}}! <3
HI Jan
It looks like it was a marvelous day!
It looks so majestic! awesome pictures!!
Blessings! ♥♥
Thank you! God’s great outdoors is majestic indeed!! <3
What a beautiful Sunday you had! Yay! So happy for you both 🥰💗😘💗
Thanks, DeDe. My prayers are with you and Denise. Keep us posted. <3
She’s doing MUCH better. She was up and walked to the bathroom today. She feels fine! Hopefully she’ll be home by Friday.
Continuing to pray for her. Give her a gentle 2Beeks {{{hug}}} <3 <3
Wonderful photos and messages!
Thanks so much, Lainalainalaina! <3 Wish you were here… but I am glad you are getting some good weather for home improvement progress. <3