I couldn't agree more with that scripture. Not long ago the Transcendent Authors, I'm the founder, wrote an anthology entitled Deceit. it was the 2nd book in a four book series. first was Tolerance, then Deceit, Fate, and Reverie. Tolerance came about because of the intolerance of 2020, then Deceit followed several years later. We all discussed it and decided that is what it should be about, because three years ago, people were discovering how little they could trust the press, newscaster or anyone they felt they should be able to. So many lies were not only told but verified through several channels before anyone would trust was being revealed. The idea that one should be able to trust those in power was proven that they had never spoken truth. Their lives were a lie. And people realized how little they could trust anything they were told... by the people they should have been able to. Society hasn't changed much in that respect... so sad. But I have to say this, there is someone you can trust, Jesus. I have.

@Eugene Seva it is going to be awesome. I look forward to seeing you there.

Have you ever had days that you wonder about... or weeks. When I say wonder about it isn't in awe of anything good. It is shock at what has happened. When we get into those kind funky times it is good to reflect on who truly sits on the throne of your life. Who do you trust the most. I have had a very interesting life... the one thing that has helped me through those time is remember the one who knows everything. The beginning from the end, everything is transparent to him. It is why some people you see singing with joyful abandon, you'll stop and think what is wrong with this picture because their lives are a wreck. At least from you point of view. Be we don't know the whole story. One the on who deserves all praise and glory does. Because knows all and sees all. Have you ever stolen something from someone? Anything... I'm not asking if it was something you forgot and took, like a pencil or a pen. I have. And it bothers me to this day over 70 years ago. Yes, I was kid then. But you see, I knew even as a five year old, He sees everything. He doesn't wag his finger at you or swat you on your bottom... or even make you take it back and apologize. He sees the potential in YOU. I said it earlier, he know the beginning through to the end... of all time. I might of stolen something and even lied to my dad about it. The one upon the throne knew, and I knew he knew. As I grew older I realized the only way to help heal me over it was to start praising him, giving him the glory. Through that.... as the old song says, count your blessing one by one. When I get all grumbly and funky in my mind about ME or my SITUATION. I may not say it out loud, but my heart is singing praises... and that lifts me so I learn and grow closer and closer to who I am meant to be. All that Stacey to say, I am so grateful he is there, and we have, in our country, to the right to lift our voices and praise giving him all the glory and honor... as he hammers out those rough spots we all have and we come to the realization what comes as result of our action... we should be grateful and joyous as we lift our voices until to Him Whom Sits Upon the Throne.

@Stacey Brooks Thanks Stacey. I wrote a song for my friend... I'd like to share it with you. I asked Suno to use the lyrics like sinatra would because Fred, her hubby, loved the oldies and had such a powerful singing voice, he sang baritone.

I need to get a book out, so that would be perfect...When is he doing it?

@Michael Culp I can't do it this month cuz I can't make any of the classes. But I can follow your guide. lol... I'm going to send a personal chat

Stacey, I've missed our discussion but was caught up in getting a conference, writing contest, and festival of books done... When I read that scripture, my brain went to the book of James 1:7 "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." (NIV) Not only does He deserve our thanks but all the glory and honor for the things He has done. And one of those things is the gifts He bestows upon us. These gifts are without repentance; in other words, whether you use them in the correct manner or not, He will not ask for them back because you mistreat them or abuse them. Do an inner check and ask yourself what gifts you have. It doesn't have to be writing or art in the painting-drawing kind of way... there is an art to fixing a car today, to shoeing a horse or using old horse shoes for decorative items. What about the art of cooking - That's a strong chemistry there. Or programming, is it a gift when one has the gift gab. So many things he gives us. Treat it like it should be... well used. some might even say worn. These gifts are not to be hidden and kept just for us. They are gifts to the world. So what are your gifts?