GLEANINGS

This is a magnificent Early Thorn, one of the recent, and new, visitors to Hotel de Moth, en Balcony - or indeed On Sea.  And this morning we had a Jersey Tiger prowling about - one of the most lovely of moths, which is quite something given how lovely they all are.  The Captain is out there on a set of steps doing his photos now.  It has been another hot day.

And here is a Jersey Tiger he took earlier - well, some years ago, when he was more suited to going up stepladders. 

Here are some things I have gleaned from the Convention.  Friday's theme was "It is Jehovah your God you must Worship: - Matthew 4:10 - and included the Bible drama of the next episode in Jesus' life.  It covered John the Baptist baptising repentant Jews, Jesus coming to him for baptism, and becoming annointed with holy spirit - being born again, in fact. Which I had not thought about before.

Saturday's theme was: "The Zeal for your House will Consume me." - John 2:17

One of the things we are considering at this Convention is the prophetic pattern that Jesus fulfilled.  We also considered his first miracle, and what we can understand from that about the qualities of both Jehovah and Jesus, and how we can emulate them.

There were some wonderful experiences, and so much good advice, which I must make some real effort to take on board.  I feel as if I have been lapsing a lot, but old age and sickness are taking their toll. I have been in such pain over the weekend I have hardly been able to stand up straight. I am hoping it is due to the hot humid weather, rather than another permanent step down.

Anyway, it is so good to have been reminded about the healing and happiness that lies ahead for all who will exercise faith in the ransom sacrifice. That is just what I needed to hear.