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Name: Cold Cherry Soup
Ingredients: 2 lb Pitted Red Cherries; 1 Stick Cinnamon; 2 dr Almond Extract; 2 c Red Wine; 2 Egg Yolks; 2 c Water; 2 Cloves; 1/4 ts Salt; 1 tb Brandy; 1 ts Sugar

God: "I looked for someone to take a stand for me, and stand in the gap" (Ezekiel 22:30)

Instead of yielding to the temptation of pride and fear of man, we ought to consider every criticism as a providential gift from the Lord to teach us some beneficial lessons: 1. Criticism drives us to prayer – A greater degree of dependency results when we’re burdened over the criticism of others. We’re compelled to take every matter before the Lord so that our heart is guarded (Phi. 4:6). 2. Criticism drives us to the Scriptures – We are constrained to search the word of God for clarity, wisdom, and understanding (Psm. 119:98-100; Pro. 3:5-6; 2 Tim. 3:16-17). 3. Criticism refines our communication skills – We benefit from having to rearticulate what we believe in clearer terms and a more careful disposition (Eph. 4:29; Col. 4:6). 4. Criticism forces us to examine our hearts – Criticism causes us to look carefully at our attitudes and motives, and we are reminded of our own sinfulness (1 Cor. 4:3-5; Gal. 6:4-5). 5. Criticism produces spiritual endurance – Being criticized may be painful, but God uses it to wean us from our own resources and make us stronger in His grace and strength (Jas. 1:2-4; 2 Cor. 12:7-10). 6. Criticism provides unique opportunities to model godly humility – When others disagree, even sharply, we should be an example of humble submission to the Lord’s sanctifying grace in our lives (Pro. 9:8-9; 12:15). 7. Criticism offers greater opportunity to give God glory – God is exalted and His glory magnified when His servants bear up graciously under harsh treatment (1 Pet. 2:20; 3:15-17).

Jerry Wragg

We Love God!

God: "I looked for someone to take a stand for me, and stand in the gap" (Ezekiel 22:30)

Cold Cherry Soup

January 22, 2023

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Eggs		Soups	4	Servings

INGREDIENTS

2	lb	Pitted Red Cherries
1		Stick Cinnamon
2	dr	Almond Extract
2	c	Red Wine
2		Egg Yolks
2	c	Water
2		Cloves
1/4	ts	Salt
1	tb	Brandy
1	ts	Sugar

INSTRUCTIONS

In a pot combine the cherries, water, cinnamon, cloves, almond extract, and
salt.  Cook until cherries are soft (if fresh or frozen), or until heated
through (if canned).  Remove from heat.  Gently mash cherries. Add wine,
brandy, and sugar.  Blend in egg yolks.  Cook until slightly thickened.
Chill.
Posted to MC-Recipe Digest V1 #182
Date: Sat, 3 Aug 1996 08:41:20 -0400
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