SHADOWS IN JERICHO

1 Timothy 6:6-11  (NKJV) 6  Now godliness with contentment is great gain.  7  For we brought nothing into  this  world, and it is  certain we can carry nothing out.  8  And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content.  9  But those who desire to be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and i nto  many foolish and harmful lusts which drown men in destruction and perdition.  10  For the love of money is a root of

The Blessing of Unanswered Prayers  I asked for strength that I might achieve; I was made weak that I might learn humbly to obey. I asked for health that I might do greater things; I was given infirmity that I might do better things. I asked for riches that I might be happy; I was given poverty that I might be wise. I asked for power that I might have the praise of men; I was given weakness that I might feel the need of God. I asked for all things that I might enjoy life; I was given life that I might enjoy all things. I got nothing that I had asked for, but eveything that I had hoped for. Almost despite myself my unspoken prayers were answered; I am, among all men, most richly blessed. --- Unknown Confederate soldier