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As I speak internationally to English speakers as well as through an interpreter, some of my greatest joys have been speaking to groups where participation from the audience is possible. Not only do I value the input of those in my conferences, but if they are actively involved (share testimonies, participate in prayer, read Scripture aloud), it is obvious that everyone is with me. I am interested in theological study, Christian writing, historical application of Biblical principles as well as writing as a craft and the current status of the publishing industry as a whole. As a result, I find myself following blogs of those whom I have learned to trust who contribute information in those fields. It occurred to me that blogs are the internet equivalent of audience participation in a conference setting. So, this blog is a result of that discovery. As much as possible (sometimes when I travel I do not have internet access), I will be making weekly posts of how everyday life is related to what God has revealed about Himself in His Word - maintaining one focus on that most important relationship. I would welcome your participation.

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

The Value of a Smile

There are many good poems, songs and stories with a notation "author unknown." At some point, these artists shared part of themselves but did not think it necessary to leave their signature on their work. I often spend quite a bit of time researching to make sure an anonymous item does not have a name attached to it, but in the following case of a poem which I am sure many of you have read and benefited by, I found no name. So thanks to the unknown author who brightened my day - and hopefully yours as well.

A Smile

A smile costs nothing, but gives much.
It takes but a moment, but the memory of it sometimes lasts forever.
None is so rich or mighty that he can get along without it.
And none is so poor but that he can be made rich by it.

A smile creates happiness in the home,
fosters good will in business and is the best countersign of friendship.
It brings rest to the weary, cheer to the discouraged, sunshine to the sad,
and it is natures' best antidote for trouble.
Yet it cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, 
for it is something that is of no value to anyone until it is given away.

Some people are too tired to give you a smile.
Give them one of yours as none needs a smile so much as he who has no more to give.



We touch each other with our smiles. That is the way God made us.

A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance (Proverbs 15:13).






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