Christ in the Clouds

Well, it’s not “officially” Spring until March 20 th , but I’m already feeling that “Spring Vibe”!! It’s been a busy week for us….but first, coffee!!!     As, I stood out on our deck, I saw 3 deer grazing down by our flowing creek on our property. TIhe sound of the strong flowing water, along with almost tame deer is so relaxing!    There are also three trees on our property that I have always wanted. I think they are called “Italian Cyprus” ( https://www.italymagazine.com/featured-story/how-plant-and-grow-italian-cypress-tree ) We saw some of them when traveling through Arizona last year, but I never thought we would ever own one, let along 3. .   A Primrose blooming!!   We had “tree trimmers” come out and trim our big oak and pine trees, which really opened up the views from the deck. Glad Ken didn’t try doing this himself!! It was quite the harrowing job, climbing trees and sawing off giant limbs!!!!  As the season changes from cold, ...

art source:  https://pin.it/4pVhIxUpF   What Is the Promised Land? In the Bible, the term “Promised Land” refers to a specific region of land that God endowed to His chosen people, as part of their heritage. The promised land of Canaan, eventually called Israel, was a fertile land with brooks and deep springs that gushed out into the valleys and hills. The rich soil produced wheat and barley, vines and fig trees, pomegranates, and olives. There, the Israelites would lac k nothing. Described in Scripture as “a land flowing with milk and honey,” the soil was rich for agriculture and shepherding, the mountains provided security and protection from the elements and their enemies, and the arid climate provided perfect conditions for livestock to thrive. (Exodus 3:17; Numbers 13:27, Deuteronomy 8:6-9) In Genesis 12:1, God tells Abram, "Leave your country, your people and your father's household and go to the land I will show you." God later confirms this promise to Abraham'...