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Sunday, August 12, 2012

Open Hearts




"The world loves performance,
Jesus loves people -
just the way they are.

The world needs more people who are trusting and believing,
with a belief which is impacting -
intentional believing."


Words spoken by our gentle Pastor today as he shared more of John 3:16.
The daisies in our garden stretch towards the sunshine, as if with open hearts.
Sharing at Macro Monday.
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58 comments:

  1. DaveAugust 12, 2012 at 6:35 PM

    An appropriate thought at this time of the Olympics Karen. It's a good attitude for us to have but how do our countrymen feel if our athletes don't win medals? - Dave

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  2. GigaAugust 12, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    Pastor prawdę powiedział, a Ty jego słowa ozdobiłaś pięknym zdjęciem kwiatu. Pozdrawiam.
    The pastor told the truth and you are his words Publishing LLC beautiful picture of a flower. Yours.

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  3. UnknownAugust 12, 2012 at 7:17 PM

    Gorgeous shot as are the last post flowers too, beautiful bright colors.

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  4. BirgittaAugust 12, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    What a beautiful macroflower photo!

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  5. akwamarynaAugust 12, 2012 at 7:45 PM

    Spóbujmy otworzyć nasze serca.Piękne zdjęcie!
    Let's try to open our hearts. Beautiful photo!

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  6. Diana Tavares FotografiaAugust 12, 2012 at 8:08 PM

    bela imagem:)

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  7. geaninaAugust 12, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    beautiful clor! like! :)

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  8. chicaAugust 12, 2012 at 8:27 PM

    Foto e palavras maravilhosas!beijos,chica

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  9. tinajoAugust 12, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    That´s just so pretty!

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  10. DanielleAugust 12, 2012 at 9:59 PM

    and this is why we are to love people just the way they are also...because we are made in His image...and every human being is also made in His image...and we are commanded to love them just as we love Him....nice thoughts for this Sunday ;)...plus a gorgeous flower to go along with it!!!

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  11. eileeninmdAugust 12, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    Simply beautiful! Happy Sunday!

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  12. rainfield61August 12, 2012 at 11:14 PM

    A nature created beauty.

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  13. CinziaAugust 12, 2012 at 11:30 PM

    Wonderful macro, I like it very much!
    Have a nice Sunday,
    Cinzia

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  14. Pieni LintuAugust 12, 2012 at 11:55 PM

    Pretty - I love the bokeh!

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  15. Sylvia KAugust 13, 2012 at 12:40 AM

    Lovely flower, beautiful colors and wonderful words!! Hope you have a great week!

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  16. AnonymousAugust 13, 2012 at 12:54 AM

    Wonderful capture with such a lovely flower and color!

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  17. Doug HickokAugust 13, 2012 at 12:57 AM

    Beautiful words to accompany your exquisite close-up! To answer your question about my photo's camera settings... I used a 24mm wide angle lens, at f8 and 1/20 of a second :^)

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  18. LeelooAugust 13, 2012 at 12:59 AM

    Love the photo and the words...
    Thank you...

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  19. AngieAugust 13, 2012 at 1:25 AM

    Gorgeous! Spring is coming near you, definitely. :) xo

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  20. Cristina FerreiraAugust 13, 2012 at 2:33 AM

    Uma bonita macro.

    Beijos

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  21. FilipBlogAugust 13, 2012 at 2:58 AM

    Very creative title and picture combination.

    Greetings,
    Filip

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  22. ElisabethAugust 13, 2012 at 6:31 AM

    Such inspirational words, and beautiful photo of your daisies, Karen!

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  23. MartyAugust 13, 2012 at 7:11 AM

    very very beautiful ! love the colour too !
    have a happy week

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  24. Anita JohnsonAugust 13, 2012 at 8:35 AM

    Way to go Pastor! So glad He loves us just the way we are...such a gift in such a judgmental world!

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  25. Jennifer {Studio JRU}August 13, 2012 at 8:47 AM

    Beautiful... words and image!

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  26. UnknownAugust 13, 2012 at 10:01 AM

    I've looked through the last 4 or 5 posts...
    your photos are excellent!

    Intentional believing...great phrase.

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  27. MichelleAugust 13, 2012 at 10:29 AM

    Wonderful words.

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  28. DeannaAugust 13, 2012 at 11:37 AM

    Wonderful words to illustrate a beautiful flower.

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  29. UnknownAugust 13, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    God loves you and so do I! Wonderful blog you have there!

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  30. trishieAugust 13, 2012 at 2:58 PM

    Very pretty pic!

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  31. A Colorful WorldAugust 13, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    Wonderful sentiment and photo!

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  32. UnknownAugust 13, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    Gorgeous! I love the light in this shot.

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  33. Laura~Pretty PixAugust 13, 2012 at 4:28 PM

    Inspiring and so very beautiful.

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  34. Nadege,August 13, 2012 at 6:51 PM

    Very inspiring.

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  35. hawknitr13August 13, 2012 at 9:01 PM

    beautiful sentiment with beautiful flowers... complements God's divine creation!!
    ^)^linda

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  36. CatAugust 13, 2012 at 9:55 PM

    You've taken a stunning photo of the daisy. I love the light that is coming into the petals. Beautiful words, there certainly is a lack of trust these days. Strong belief is very powerful. Enjoy your Tuesday, I hope it's a happy one. x

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  37. Life Images by JillAugust 13, 2012 at 10:08 PM

    beautiful beautiful image and lovely light. And beautiful words to go with it. Thank you.
    And thank you for stopping by my blog today to say hi.

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  38. KaipiroskaAugust 13, 2012 at 10:08 PM

    Very romantic the way you shot this flower :)

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  39. PatAugust 13, 2012 at 10:18 PM

    Beautiful image!

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  40. missyblurkitAugust 13, 2012 at 10:20 PM

    Thank you for the reminder. And...that's a gorgeous shot!

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  41. carol l mckennaAugust 13, 2012 at 11:51 PM

    Awesome macro of one of nature's beauties ~ well done ~ (A Creative Harbor)

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  42. EMilyAugust 14, 2012 at 12:17 AM

    That quote fits the photo perfectly!

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  43. UnknownAugust 14, 2012 at 12:37 AM

    Such a beautiful photo. LOVE the light.. Intentional Believing. I LOVE that..

    Hugs~

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  44. Cottage and BroomeAugust 14, 2012 at 12:40 AM

    You always have the most beautiful flower photos! Laura

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  45. LindyLouMacAugust 14, 2012 at 12:44 AM

    The image goes beautifully with the words.

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  46. sarah {on the brightside...}August 14, 2012 at 1:47 AM

    Beautiful shot of one of my favorite flowers!! :) Your photography is very beautiful!

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  47. ZielonaMilaAugust 14, 2012 at 1:55 AM

    Fine words, beautiful flower. I am greeting

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  48. PaulaAugust 14, 2012 at 2:37 AM

    I really like your POV here, and that's some gorgeous bokah!

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  49. ❀~Myrna~❀August 14, 2012 at 5:37 AM

    Fantastic Pic! I love the quote!

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  50. TheChieftessAugust 14, 2012 at 5:45 AM

    Lovely!

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  51. Gail DixonAugust 14, 2012 at 5:57 AM

    Sensational shot!! I love that teaching by your pastor. We know some Christian parents that lamented recently that there isn't enough "intentional parenting" taking place today. Both statement have a lot of validity.

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  52. EG CameraGirlAugust 14, 2012 at 6:05 AM

    Beautiful thoughts!

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  53. ExploreColoradoAugust 14, 2012 at 6:45 AM

    What a lovely flower.

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  54. SarahAugust 14, 2012 at 6:58 AM

    Thank for your comment!! The Flowers name in my Post is Scabiosa. In rosa and white color you can get it too....Your flowers is amazing beautiful!! Love Sarah

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  55. FayeAugust 14, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    Appreciate the unusual perspective from which you've chosen to shoot this common flower. A beautiful interpretation to go with the wise words.

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  56. WencheAugust 16, 2012 at 7:32 AM

    Just gorgeous :0)

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  57. WencheAugust 17, 2012 at 3:59 AM

    Sooo beautiful :0)

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  58. LizAugust 18, 2012 at 6:01 PM

    What a beautiful shot! I love the composition.

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