L ong before we bloggers celebrated our first 100 posts, the psalmists provided us with theirs. In recognition of my 100th, let's celebrate by looking at the Bible's "Post #100" (a.k.a., Psalm 100, A Psalm for Thanksgiving or Thank Offering): Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. Surprisingly, there is no direct Hebrew translation for the English word 'joyful' as used in this verse in the King James Version. That leaves things a bit open to interpretation. My study Bible (NASB) says 'joyful' is "a shout of loyalty and homage." The dictionary defines 'joy' with the word rejoicing, meaning "to be made glad again." 'Noise,' however, does come with a Hebrew equivalent, meaning "to split the ears with sound," as in to shout, shout for joy. Lands implies all the earth, the nations, the world. We, those of all nations, are to present to the Lord, out of our loyalty and homage to Him, joyful shouts that
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Happy birthday Edie! Woo!
Sue - where is the limbo area? LOL!
Besides, since the guest of honor has not checked in yet, I can only assume that she is being feted in fine style in her own neck of the woods.
[That, and, I can't find the disco ball....]
THANK YOU SUE J!!! And Kelly and Bonita too! You are amazing Sue J! Totally creative and browniful, and you know I love creative and browniful! A bit full of cake right now so please help yourself to a big slice! :)
You always throw the best bloggy bash even without the limbo. LOL!
Thanks and love you!
Sums Up Edie Jestfully
Sits Upon Extravagant Joviality
Shouts Upwards Ever Jubilant
You are amazing!
Are you OK? I haven't heard from you for a while and hope you aren't still sick. Praying for you.
Love ya,
Kelli
Thanks for the advice, Sue about the baby leash...er...harness. I ended up buying one and it has made things a bit easier..though the little guy gets frustrated because the clips are on the back so he can't get to them..