Blanchie DeGrate

This  Funeral - Ceremony  Program  I  saw  by  a  faithful  Brother....
I  looked  for  us  all,  the  2  wonderful  songs   ( tears  very  near...)
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I  never  thought,  that  Prince  belongs  to  the  Jehovah's  Witnesses....
Today  I  am  sure,  he  is  my  Brother ❤
See  us  all  in  the  NW  /  Paradise...  ;o)
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I really and truly love how the scriptures are presented. Thank you again!!  ❤️  :0)

awe ............. I love this❤️  :0)

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THE  HORSE  AND  THE  GOAT......
There was a famer who had a horse and a goat.
One day, the horse became ill. So he called
veterinarian, who said, "Well, your horse has a
virus. He must take this medicine for three days.
I'll come back on the third day and he's not
better, we're going to have to kill him." Nearby,
the goat listened closely to their conversation.
The next day, they gave the horse the medicine
and left. The goat approached the horse and said,
"Hey horse! Be strong, my friend. Get up or else
they're going to kill you!" On the second day, they
again gave the horse the medicine and left. The
goat came back and said, "Come on buddy, get
up or else you're going to die! Come on, I'll help
you get up..... Let's go! One, two, three....."
On the third day, they came to give the horse the
medicine and the veterinarian said, "Unfortunately,
we're going to have kill him tomorrow. Otherwise,
the virus might spread and infect the other
horses." After they left. The goat approached the
horse and said, "Listen pal, it's now or never! Get
up, come on! Have courage! Come on..... Get
up..... Please...... Get up..... Yes that's it,
slowly....... Great! Come on, one, two, three .....
Great, good. Now faster, come on...... Thank
you...... Fantastic! Run, run more! Yes! Yes! Yes!
You did it, you're a champion!  I love you ❤
All of a sudden, the owner came back, saw the
horse running in the field with goat and began
shouting, "its a miracle! My horse is cured...
We must have a grand party."  So he called his
servant,  "Moses, kill and prepare the goat!"   ;-(
(  A very  bad  experience  for  the  goat....)

THE  LITTLE  BLIND  GIRL....
A blind little girl sat on the steps of a building
with a hat by her feet, and a doll in her hands.
She held up a sign which say: "I am blind, please
help." There were only a few coins in the hat. A
man was walking by. He took a few coins from
his pocket and dropped them into the hat. He
then took the sign, turned it around, and wrote
some words. Soon, the hat began to fill up. A lot
more people were giving money to the blind girl.
That afternoon the man who had changed the
sign came to see how things were. The girl
recognised his footsteps and asked, "Were you the
one who changed my sign this morning? What did
you write?" The man said, "I only wrote the TRUTH."
I said what you said but in a different way.'
I wrote: Today is a beautiful day; but I cannot see it."

Both signs told people that the girl was blind. But
the first sign simply said the girl was blind. The
second sign reminded people how fortunate they
were to have their sight. - Should we be surprised
that the second sign was more effective?  Yes!
Be thankful for what you have.
Be creative.
Be innovative.
Think differently and positively.
If Satan remind you of your past, you too remind
him of his future.—Rev. 20:1—3,10.
When life gives you a 100 reasons to cry, show
life that you have uncountable reasons to smile.—
Isaiah 65:17—25.
Face your past without regret.
Handle your present with confidence.
Prepare for the future without fear.—Rom. 10:13)
Keep the faith and drop the fear because escaping
does not solve the problem.
Been remembered that faith is not about
everything turning out okay. Faith is about being
okay no matter how things turn out.
It's a beautiful thing to see a person smiling. But
even more beautiful if you are the reason for the SMILE  ;o)
 
 

THE  WISE  GOAT.... ;o)
Over a river there was a very narrow bridge. One
day a goat was crossing this bridge. Just at the
middle of the bridge he met another goat. There
was no room for them to pass.
"Go back," said one goat to the other, "there is no
room for both of us".
"Why should I go back?", said the other goat.
"Why should not you go back?"
" You must go back", said the first goat, "because
I am stronger than you."
"You are not stronger than I", said the second goat.
"We will see about that", said the first goat, and
he put down his horns to fight.
"Stop!", said the second goat. " If we fight, we shall
both fall into the river and be drowned. Instead.
I have a plan...  I shall lie down, and you may walk
over me."
Then the wise goat lay down on the bridge, and
the other goat walked lightly over him. So they
passed each other, and went on their ways.
Make up in other terms. Even if you think you are
right, no matter what, make sure you tell them you
are sorry, because you are most likely to be at
fault for something. Jesus said at Matthew
5:38-42; "Do not resist him that is wicked; but
whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the
other also to him...."  Keep the focus on resolving
the problem and not on being right.
Apologize -  and offer to move forward.
Peacemakers look for ways to bring people
together, to resolve difference, to unite divided
heart. (Matthew 5:9)
 

Jehovah is always wise and when we obey him, Satan will never have a chance. Yes, Blanchie, thats really a very importend advice and only with Jehovah's help we can work it. Thank you so much❤️

very wise and also very important advice to bare in mind. Thanks Sis❤️

You must not take vengeance nor hold a grudge against the sons of your people, and you must love your fellow man as yourself.—Lev. 19:18.
If we are to please Jehovah, we must hold firmly to his laws and principles, never adopting an unholy, compromising attitude toward them. Although we are not under the Mosaic Law, its requirements give us insight into what is acceptable or unacceptable in God’s sight. For example, Jehovah expects us to refrain from taking vengeance, and he wants us to avoid harboring a grudge. (Rom. 12:19) Were we to ignore divine laws and principles, the Devil would be delighted, and we might bring reproach on Jehovah. Even if someone has deliberately hurt us, let us not allow ourselves to be vessels in which resentment is stored. God has given us the privilege of being “earthen vessels” containing the treasure of the ministry. (2 Cor. 4:1, 7) Acidlike resentment does not belong in such vessels! w14 11/15 3:3, 4
 

Let your light shine before men, so that they may see your fine works and give glory to your Father who is in the heavens.—Matt. 5:16.
Moses was given specific instructions for building the tabernacle and organizing the priesthood, which he followed closely. (Ex. 39:32; 40:12-16) Even today, we benefit from his faithfulness in fulfilling that assignment. How so? The apostle Paul explained that those features of the Law were illustrative of “good things to come.” (Heb. 9:1-5, 9; 10:1) The work God gives his servants differs from time to time according to the progressive outworking of his purpose. Still, the work they have been assigned has always glorified Jehovah and benefited believing mankind. This certainly applies to the things Jesus accomplished, both during his prehuman existence and later while he was here on earth. (John 4:34; 17:4) Similarly, the work assigned to us today glorifies Jehovah.—1 Cor. 15:58. w14 10/15 3:5, 6
 

The one who has dealings with the stupid will fare badly.—Prov. 13:20.
A child could drift away gradually on a spiritually dangerous path, being tempted by harmful association or degrading entertainment. To prevent such a situation from developing, act quickly if you recognize potential weak spots. Work at fortifying Christian qualities that your children have but that may need to be strengthened. (2 Pet. 1:5-8) The regular period for family worship is an excellent time for you to do that. In outlining this arrangement, the October 2008 Kingdom Ministry stated: “Family heads are encouraged to shoulder their responsibility before Jehovah to ensure that a meaningful, regular program of family Bible study is followed.” Are you taking full advantage of this loving provision to shepherd your children? Trust that your children deeply appreciate your putting priority on taking care of their spiritual need.—Matt. 5:3; Phil. 1:10. w14 9/15 3:10, 11
 

Hahahahaha... you're little funny today ;o)  You like my Daily text too on sunday, Bro. Tennyson ?
( I hope so...) 

I cannot disagree with you sister Blanchie,  Thank you sisters.  

Thank you, dear Blanchie ;o)  Yes, we must do the first step to Jehovah, then he is always there❤️

Such beautiful vivid pictures.  Draw close to Jehovah and He will draw close to you ❤️

Draw close to God, and he will draw close to you.—Jas. 4:8.
Jehovah showed his love for the human family by creating our beautiful earthly home. He still expresses his love for us by sustaining our life by means of his marvelous physical provisions. (Acts 17:28; Rev. 4:11) More important, Jehovah looks after our spiritual needs. (Luke 12:42) He also assures us that he personally listens as we pray to him. (1 John 5:14) However, the foremost way in which God draws us to himself and we are drawn to him is through the love he expresses by means of the ransom. (1 John 4:9, 10, 19) Jehovah sent his “only-begotten Son” to the earth so that we might be delivered from sin and death. (John 3:16) Jehovah has made it possible even for people who lived before the time of Christ to benefit from the ransom. From the moment Jehovah prophesied about a future Savior for mankind, the ransom was as good as paid from his viewpoint, for he knew that his purpose would not fail.—Gen. 3:15. w14 8/15 3:7, 8
 

You should be holy, because I, Jehovah your God, am holy.—Lev. 19:2.
The Israelites were commanded to train their children to observe God’s standards of holiness. (Deut. 6:6, 7) What a fine pattern this sets for Christian parents today, who must likewise train their children in the ways of holiness, thereby helping them to bring honor to God’s glorious name! (Prov. 1:8; Eph. 6:4) When the Israelites were faithful, they gave a fine witness to God’s name. They had been told: “All the peoples of the earth will have to see that Jehovah’s name has been called upon you, and they will be afraid of you.” (Deut. 28:10) Sadly, however, Israelite history was mostly a record of unfaithfulness. Time and again, they returned to the worship of man-made idols. Moreover, like the Canaanite gods they worshipped, they became cruel, sacrificing their children and oppressing the poor. What a powerful lesson this is for us to strive always to be holy in imitation of the Most Holy One, whose name we bear! w14 7/15 3:6, 7
 

The members of the body that seem to be weaker are necessary.—1 Cor. 12:22.
Paul’s illustration of the human body highlights that all members of the Christian congregation are useful. Unlike Satan, who strips humans of their dignity, Jehovah views all of his servants, including those who seem to be weaker, as “necessary.” (Job 4:18, 19) That thought should help each of us to feel good about our role in the local congregation and about being part of the congregation of God’s people earth wide. Think of a time, for example, when you held out your arm to an elderly person who was in need of help. You may have had to adjust your pace. Did not providing assistance serve a useful purpose as well as make you feel good? Yes, when we respond to the needs of others, we experience the joy of caring for them, and we grow in patience, love, and maturity. (Eph. 4:15, 16) Our loving Father knows that a congregation that values all members, regardless of their limitations, reflects balance and love. w14 6/15 3:5

Let your words always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you will know how you should answer each person.—Col. 4:6.
In our ministry, we may meet someone who believes that all good people go to heaven. Such a belief may affect the way the householder interprets the Bible. For example, suppose we were to consider with him Revelation 21:4. The person might assume that the blessings described in that verse apply to life in heaven. How could we reason with him? Rather than using additional proof texts, we could focus on a detail right in that scripture. It says that “death will be no more.” We could ask the person if he agrees that in order for something to be no more, it had to exist in the first place. Likely, he will say yes. Then we could point out that there has never been death in heaven; people die only here on earth. Logically, then, Revelation 21:4 must be referring to future blessings here on earth.—Ps. 37:29. w14 5/15 1:11
 

He considered me faithful by assigning me to a ministry.—1 Tim. 1:12.
It is Jehovah who has commissioned you to a ministry, and he will help you to succeed. How? First, Jehovah reassures you: “I will fortify you, yes, I will help you, I will really hold on to you with my right hand of righteousness.” (Isa. 41:10) Second, he reminds you that his promises are trustworthy: “I have spoken, and I will bring it about. I have purposed it, and I will also carry it out.” (Isa. 46:11) Third, Jehovah endows you with “power beyond what is normal” to accomplish your ministry. (2 Cor. 4:7) Fourth, to help you endure in your assignment, our caring Father gives you a global brotherhood of true worshippers who “keep encouraging one another and building one another up.” (1 Thess. 5:11) As Jehovah equips you to fulfill your assignments, your faith in him will grow and you will appreciate that your privileges in his service are riches greater than any earthly treasure. w14 4/15 1:12, 13
 

Keep on the watch................. and be ready.

Yes,  like a  *Convention - Mottto*...  we will do that Blanchie. Then we've the big chance, to meet us all in the NW ;o)  and still much more?  Healthy and happy forever, what a privilege from our loving God Jehovah❤️

Keep on the watch................. and be ready.

The Kingdom of the heavens may be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom.—Matt. 25:1.
Who is the bridegroom of the parable? Clearly, Jesus was talking about himself. Why, on a different occasion, he even referred to himself as the bridegroom! (Luke 5:34, 35) What about the virgins? In the parable, Jesus says that the virgins have the responsibility to be ready with their lamps lit when the bridegroom arrives. Note the similar directions that Jesus gave to his “little flock” of anointed followers: “Be dressed and ready and have your lamps burning, and you should be like men waiting for their master to return from the marriage.” (Luke 12:32, 35, 36) Furthermore, both the apostle Paul and the apostle John were inspired to liken Christ’s anointed followers to chaste virgins. (2 Cor. 11:2; Rev. 14:4) Clearly, Jesus intended the parable recorded at Matthew 25:1-13 as counsel and a warning to his anointed followers. w15 3/15 2:2, 4