Blessings to All on this Memorial Day Weekend !
May we turn our nightlights on +++
embracethecross
John 8:12 "I am the light of the world."
Saturday, May 29, 2021
God Bless America ! God Bless Our World !
Today is Saturday "Army of Prayer & Rosary." May you go to
Friday, May 28, 2021
God Arises His Enemies are Scattered
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Psalm 68
God arises; his enemies are scattered,
and those who hate him flee before him.
As smoke is driven away, so are they driven;
as wax melts before the fire,
as the wicked perish before God.
But the just rejoice and exult before God;
they are glad and rejoice.
Sin to God, chant praise to his name
extol him who rides upon the clouds,
Whose name is the Lord;
exult before him.
The father of orphans and the defender of
widows
is God in his holy dwelling.
God gives a home to the forsaken;
he leads forth prisoners to prosperity;
only rebels remain in the parched land.
Psalm 73
How good God is to the upright;
the Lord, to those who are clean of heart !
Bus , as for me, I almost lost my balance;
my feet all but slipped,
Because I was envious of the arrogant
when I saw them prosper though they were
wicked.
For they are in no pain;
their bodies are sound and sleek;
They are free from the burdens of mortals,
and are not afflicted like the rest of men.
So pride adorns them as a necklace;
as a robe violence enwraps them.
Out of their crassness comes iniquity;
their fancies overflow their hearts.
They scoff and speak evil;
outrage from on high they threaten.
They set their mouthings in place of heaven,
and their pronouncements roam the earth;
"So he brings his people to such a pass
that they have not even water!"
And they say, "How does God know?"
And, "Is there any knowledge in the Most
High?"
Such, then are the wicked;
always carefree, while they increase in
wealth.
Is it but in vain I have kept my heart clean
and washed my hands as an innocent man?
for I suffer affliction day after day
and chastisement with each new dawn.
Had I thought, "I will speak as they do,"
I had been false to the fellowship of your
children.
Though I tried to understand this
it seemed to me too difficult.
Till I entered the sanctuary of God
and considered their final destiny.
You set them, indeed on a slippery road;
you hurl them down to ruin.
How suddenly they are made desolate!
They are completely wasted away amid
horrors.
As though they were the dream of one who
had awakened, O Lord.
so will you, when you arise, set at nought
these phantoms.
Because my heart was embittered and
my soul was pierced,
I was stupid and understood not;
I was like a brute beast in your presence.
Yet with you I shall always be;
you have hold of my right hand;
With your counsel you guide me.
and in the end you will receive me in glory.
Whom else have I in heaven?
and when I am with you, the earth delights
me not.
Though my flesh and my heart and my portion
forever.
For indeed, they who withdraw from you perish;
you destroy everyone who is unfaithful to you.
But for me, to be near God is my good;
to make the Lord God my refuge.
I shall declare all your works
in the gates of the daughter of Zion.
May God Bless You and Your loved ones,
Lori Foster
What Are You Painting Today ?/ 4-20-2021
Thursday, May 27, 2021
For The Lord Your God Is A Merciful God
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Deuteronomy Ch: 4 Verse 31
For the Lord your God is a
merciful God. He will not leave
you or destroy you or forget the
covenant with your fathers that
he swore to them.
Matthew Ch:28 Verse 20
....And behold , I am with you
always , to the end of the age."
Hebrews Ch:4 Verse 16
Let us then with confidence
draw near to the throne of grace,
that we may receive mercy and
find grace to help in time of
need.
Romans Ch:8 Verse 28
And we know that for those who
love God all things work
together for good, for those who
are called according to his
purpose.
Philippians Ch:4 Verses 6-7
Do not be anxious about
anything, but in everything by
prayer and supplication with
thanksgiving let your requests
be made known to God. And the
peace of God, which surpasses
all understanding , will guard
your hearts and your minds in
Christ Jesus.+++
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Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
But as for Me , the nearness of God is my good
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Psalm 73-28
But as for me, the nearness of God is my good;
I have made the Lord God my refuge,
That I may tell of all your works.
Psalm 16:8
I have set the Lord continually before me;
Because He is at my right hand, I will not be
shaken.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is near to the brokenhearted
and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
Psalm 145:18
The Lord is near to all who call upon Him,
to all who call upon Him in truth.
Psalm 119:151
You are near, O Lord,
And all your commandments are truth.
Psalm 119:151
The Lord is near to all who call upon Him,
to all who call upon Him in truth.
Isaiah 50:8
He who vindicates Me is near;
who will contend with Me?
Let us stand up to each other;
Who has a case against Me?
Let him draw near to Me.
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Say I Won't (video) 5-2021 (It's an honor to be able to
share this video)
Monday, May 24, 2021
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Saturday, May 22, 2021
Pentecost Sunday !
May 23, 2021 is Pentecost Sunday ; the Birth of the Christian Church and
Sat. is "Army of Prayer & Rosary" .
May you go to Days of the Week Music; you will find Holy Days and Sat.
Between the Crosses+++
May we turn our nightlights on +++
Friday, May 21, 2021
Piano & Violin Videos / Ludovico Einaudi and Stanton Lanier and more
Piano & Violin Videos and more:
{Suggestion: May you listen to these piano and violin
pieces while you are getting ready for the day, washing dishes,
housework, or floor
exercises. Maybe you just want to simply relax.
You will find them soothing and uplifting}
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Rosemary's Theme Giver (Alternative Ending) / 5-2021
Rosemary's Theme (piano & violin) The Giver/5-2021 one of my favorite*
The Giver (piano scene) / 5-2021
Edition 2 'The Giver" Rosemary's Piano Theme / 5-2021
Rosemary's Theme ' The Giver / piano cover 'Synthesia Tutorial / 6-2021
Ludovico Einaudi ; Nuvole Blanche /5-2021 one of my favorite*
Missed the Train (excellent pianist)/5-2021
Jacob's Piano / 5-2021 one of my favorite*
Ludovico Einaudi (Fly; The Intouchables) 6-10-2021
Ludovico Einaudi (The Water Diviner) 6-10-2021
Jacob's Piano (Relaxing) 4 soundtracks ; 6-17-2021
Jacob's Piano (28 mins.) 6-18-2021
Ludovico Einaudi (10 pieces) 1hr / 6-18-2021
Jacob's Piano 3 original pieces (emotions) 14 mins. / 7-2-2021
Jacob's Piano 8 original pieces (light) 30 mins. / 7-2021
Giorni Dispari , by Ludovico Einaudi / 8-30-2021
Night , by Ludovico Einaudi / 8-30-2021
L E Onde, by Ludovico Einaudi (video) 8-30-2021
LE Onde , by Ludovico Einaudi / 8-30-2021
Oltremare ; by Ludovico Einaudi / 8-2021
Time Lapse (Visualizer , by Ludovico Einaudi / 9-2021
Svanire , by Ludovico Einaudi / 9-21-2021
Water Ways , by Ludovico Einaudi / 9-21-2021
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Stanton Lanier:
Embrace The Cross
Today is Friday "Embrace The Cross" May you go to
Days of the week Music ; you will find Fridays
May we turn our nightlights on +++
God Bless You and Your Loved Ones,
Lori Foster
Piano and Violin videos ; 5-2021
note: you can find this link on" Bundle of Music " link
towards the top.
Thursday, May 20, 2021
He Will Make Straight Your Paths
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In all your ways acknowledge him , and he will make
straight your paths.
2 Timothy Ch. 1 Verse 7 : For God gave us a spirit not of
fear but of power and love and self-control.
1 Peter Ch. 5 Verse 7 : Casting all your anxieties on him,
because he cares for you.
Note: The Bible teaches that we consist of body,
soul and spirit: " May God himself, the God of
peace, sanctify you through and through. "May your whole spirit , soul,
and body be preserved blameless at the coming of Our Lord Jesus."
Thessalonians Ch. 5 Verse 23 ) Our material bodies are
evident , but our souls and spirits are less distinguishable.
1 Peter Ch. 5 Verses 6-7: Bow humbly under God's
mighty hand, so that in due time he may lift you high.
Cast all your cares on him because he cares for you.
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In John Ch. 10 verse 30 ; Jesus stated ,"The Father and I are one."
Many of the Jews wanted to stone Jesus for blaspheming.
John Ch. 10 verse 36-38; Jesus replied, "Do you claim that
I blasphemed when, as he whom the Father consecrated
and sent onto the world.
I said, "I am God's Son"?
If I do not perform my Father's works ,\
put no faith in me.
But if I do perform them,
even though you put no faith in me,
put faith in these works,
so as to realize what it means
that the Father is in me
and I in him."
Verse 39; At these words they again tried to arrest
him, but he eluded their grasp.
Return to the Jordan Ch: 40-42; Then he went back
across the Jordan to the place where John had been
baptizing earlier, and while he
stayed there many people came to him.
"John may never have performed a sign."
they commented. "but whatever John said
about this man was true." In that place
many came to believe in him.
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John the Baptist (Jesus Cousin meets Jesus) / 3-1-2017
Blessed Be Your Name : ( When the darkness closes in Lord,
still I will say Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Blessed be your name.)
note: you can find these two videos and more on "My Bundle of music" click on
link #8 Jesus of Nazareth / Passion of Christ Video's
Wednesday, May 19, 2021
The Giver
The Giver Short Movie clips / 8-2020
note: you can also find this link on "My Favorites #2
underneath VIDEOS ; towards the bottom . And
you can also find it on Pro-Life Videos and Stories .
Come to Me All of you who are weary
Matthew Ch: 11 Verses 28-30
Come to me, all you who are weary
and burdened, and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me,
for I am gentle and humble in heart,
and you will find rest for your souls.
for my yoke is easy and
my burden is light .
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Proverbs Ch:3 Verses 5-6
Trust in the Lord with all your
heart and lean not on your own
understanding; in all your
ways submit to him,
and he will make your paths
straight.
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Isaiah Ch: 40 Verses 29-31
He gives strength to the weary
and increases the power of the
weak.
even youths grow tired and weary,
and young men stumble and fall ;
but those who hope in the Lord
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like
eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.
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ENJOY !!
You Are Mine / 11-2016 (Do not be afraid I am with you )
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
The Colored Image of Jesus
Dear Ones, I asked my son if he could place the "Colored Image" of my given
vison "Jesus Dying on The Cross" on the blog.
My son , had done a colored copy shortly after the original black and white drawing
in Aug 2009. I mailed the colored copy to him a few years ago
to be placed on "Embrace The Cross" blog.
I recently asked him if he still had the "Colored Image" and he did. I then
asked him if he could place it on my blog and keep the black and white Image
of Jesus on the original "Embrace the Cross" website.
On May 9, 2021 (Mothers Day) my son Placed the colored Image on my blog.
I wanted the viewers to know my given dream was in color and very graphic.
you may read the given vision on the link below:
May God Keep Blessing You All,
sincerely yours in Christ love,
Lori Foster
Jesus Dying on The Cross ; 1-2017
My Given Dreams by Lori Foster ; 9-2017
Note: you can find "The colored image of Jesus" and "My Given Dreams"
You , Lord are forgiving and good
The Colored Image of Jesus ; 5-2021
Psalm 86: Verse 5
You , Lord, are forgiving and good,
abounding in love to all who call
to you.
Mark Ch: 11 Verse 25
And when you stand
praying, if you hold anything
against anyone, forgive
them, so that your Father
in heaven may forgive
you your sins.
Psalm 32 Verse 1
Blessed is the one whose
transgressions are forgiven,
whose sins are covered.
Matthew Ch: 18 Verses 21-22
"Then Peter came to Jesus
and asked, "Lord, how many
times shall I forgive my
brother or sister who sins
against me? Up to seven
times?" Jesus answered,
"I tell you, not seven times,
but seventy-seven times."
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"Be kind and compassionate to one
another, forgiving each other, just as in
Christ God forgave you. " For if you forgive
other people when thy sin against you,
your heavenly Father will also forgive you."
"Bear with each other and forgive one another
if any of you has a grievance against someone."
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Saturday, May 15, 2021
Army of Prayer & Rosary
Today is Saturday "Army of Prayer & Rosary." May you go to
Days of the Week Music; you will find Sat.
The Storm Is Near (short story)
A visit of comfort and peace ; Quotes & videos of Mother Teresa
Friday, May 14, 2021
The Works of The Lord
Psalm 107 Verses 23-32
They who sailed the sea in ships,
trading on the deep waters.
These saw the works of the Lord
and his wonders in the abyss.
His command raised up a storm wind
which tossed its waves on high.
They mounted up to heaven; they sank to
the depths.
Their hearts melted away in their plight.
They reeled and staggered like drunken men,
and all their skill was swallowed up.
They cried to the Lord in their distress;
from their straits he rescued them.
He hushed the storm to a gentle breeze,
and the billows of the sea were stilled;
They rejoiced that they were calmed,
and he brought them to their desired haven.
Let them give thanks to the Lord for
his kindness
and his wondrous deeds to the
children of men.
Let them extol him in the assembly of the
people
and praise him in the council of the elders.
Note: meaning of Strait: A narrow passage of
water connecting two seas or two other large
areas of water.
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Friday is "Embrace The Cross." May you go to
Days of the week music ; you will find Fridays
May we turn our nightlights on +++
God Bless You Dear Ones,
Lori Foster
Thursday, May 13, 2021
May 13th is the Feast Day of "Our Lady of Fatima"
May 13th is the Feast Day of "Our Lady of Fatima."
The Queenship of Mary ; by Bishop Barron
May you go to Days of the Week Music ; you will find
Feast Days between the Crosses+++
May we turn our nightlights on +++
Blessings Always,
Lori Foster
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
May 13 th "The Ascension of Jesus" & "Army of Prayer & Rosary"
May 13th is "The Ascension of Jesus." May we go to
Days of the Week Music ; you will find Feast Days between
the Crosses+++ Also , Thurs. is "Army of Prayer & Rosary"
you will find Thurs. between the Crosses+++
May we turn our nightlights on +++
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The Ascension of Jesus (scripture & videos)
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
I Give You A New Command Love One Another
John Ch: 13 Verses 34-35
I give you a new command: Love
one another. Just as I have loved
you, you are also to love one
another. By this everyone will know
that you are my disciples, if you love
one another.
1 Thessalonians Ch: 3 Verse 12
And may the Lord cause you to
increase and overflow with love for
one another and for everyone, just
as we do for you.
Ephesians Ch: 4 Verse 32
And be kind and compassionate to
one another, forgiving one another,
just as God also forgave you in
Christ.
1 Thessalonians Ch: 5 Verse 11
Therefore encourage one another
and build each other up as you are
already doing.
Galatians Ch:6 Verse 2
Carry one another's burdens ; in this
way you will fulfill the law of Christ.
Sunday, May 9, 2021
V-E Day
Nazi Germany Surrenders on May 7, 1945
May 8 was declared Victory in Europe (V-E) Day
A day still celebrated as a public Holiday in
some European Countries; including Russia.
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Motherland, by Natalie Merchant
Saturday, May 8, 2021
Happy Mothers Day !
Dear Mothers,
May you be blessed by Jesus +
May you be surrounded by his love+
May God's peace be given always
to all of you and your loved ones.
Yours in Christ Love,
Lori Foster
Happy Mothers Day to Blessed Mary
Our Heavenly Mother of Peace+
May we turn our nightlights on +++
Blanket Our Towns Oh' Lord ; 9-2017
Closer to Your Heart / 7-5-2020
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1 Corinthians Ch: 13 Verse 4-7
"Love is patient and kind ; love
does not envy or boast; it is not
arrogant or rude. It does not insist
on its own way, it is not irritable or
resentful, it does not rejoice at
wrongdoing, but rejoices with the
truth . Love bears all things,
believes all things, hopes all
things, endures all things."
Galatians Ch: 5 Verse 22-23\
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love,
joy, peace, patience, kindness,
goodness, faithfulness,
gentleness, self-control; against
such things there is no law."
Friday, May 7, 2021
Embrace The Cross
Today is Friday "Embrace The Cross." May you go to
Days of the Week Music ; you will find Friday's between
May we turn our nightlights on +++
May Our Lord Bless You and Your Loved Ones,
Lori Foster
What Beautiful Name ; by Kari Jobe My Favorite
Thursday, May 6, 2021
Army of Prayer & Rosary
Today is Thurs. "Army of Prayer & Rosary." May you go to
Days of the Week Music ; you will find Thurs. between
Blessings Always to you and your loved ones,
Lori Foster
My Letter to You My God ; 4-2018
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Today is the 5th of the month "Embrace The Cross"
Today is the 5th of the month "Embrace The Cross." May you go
to Days of the Week Music ; you will find 5th of the month
May we turn our nightlights on +++
Blessings Always
in Christ Love,
Lori Foster
Snuffed ; I was a candle that kindled the lonely hours ; 12-2019 by Rachel
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
For by Grace you have been Saved through Faith
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Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus ; 5-2017
How Beautiful ; 5-2017 (communion song)
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What Are You Painting Today ? 4-2021 ***
Ephesians Ch 2: Verses 8-10
For by grace, you have been
saved through faith. And this is not your
own doing: it is the gift of God, not a
result of works, so that no one may
boast. for we are his
workmanship, created in Christ, Jesus
for good works, which God prepared
beforehand, that we should walk in them.
2 Corinthians Ch 4: Verses 16-18
So, we do not lose heart. Though our outer
self is wasting away, our inner self is being
renewed day by day. For this light
momentary affliction is preparing for us
an eternal weight of glory beyond all
comparison, as we look not to the things
that are seen but to the things that are
unseen. For the things that are seen are
transient (momentary) but the things that are unseen
are eternal.
Saturday, May 1, 2021
Army of Prayer & Rosary
Today is Saturday "Army of Prayer & Rosary." May you go to
Days of the Week Music ; you will find Sat. between the Crosses+++
Blessings in Christ Love,
Lori Foster
United Oceans Where feet may fail / 7-8-2016
Closer Than You Know (lyrics)11-2016
Closer Than You Know (on the tower)8-11-2017
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