Unity with Glory

The glory which You have given Me I have given to them, that they may be one, just as We are one; I in them and You in Me, that they may be perfected in unity, so that the world may know that You sent Me, and loved them, even as You have loved Me. John 17:22-23

Only with Jesus can anything be “perfect”—because He is perfect. We use that word so often…perfect. Those shoes are perfect…that dessert is perfect…this day is perfect. Life is perfect…when it is focused and centered on Jesus. Our life in the United States seems so perfect anyway. We take so much for granted—good food, fresh water and air, jobs, homes, security. Life is good. So good that people just may not be looking to God for provision or protection—although it is really through Him that we are granted all that. Our “unity” with Him and with each other makes our life so perfect. Love from God is perfect. We are loved by the true source of love. God. Why aren’t we “happy” then? Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. Philippians 4:11 NLT. Even when I am content I still have to fight the feeling that life is about “ME” and not Jesus? I know that it is all about HIM! How about you?

RSVP: Jesus’ desire is that we may be perfected in unity…and loved. How will you respond to His message today?

Prayer ~ Jesus, life is about You—and You give the glory to Your Father. Your face radiates His love and grace…His power and perfect unity. I praise You—for from You all blessings flow.

Friday’s Feast at the King’s Table

It is summer time and the living is easy. A family favorite when camping is S’Mores. Here’s an adaptation of a fantastic S’Mores that we were served on our anniversary at Twig’s Restaurant.

S’Mores Brownies for a Crowd       Similar to S’Mores Cake at Twig’s Restaurant - Adapted from Food Network recipes.

Crust:

½ cup unsalted butter, melted

2 cups crushed graham cracker crumbs (about 24 squares)

4 tablespoons sugar

Pinch fine salt

Brownie – use a mix for a 9x13 pan or the following:

1 cup unsalted butter

2 cups sugar

4 eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla

3/4 cup Hershey's cocoa powder

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt 

Topping:

4 cups miniature marshmallows or large marshmallows cut into thirds

Gaunche or rich chocolate frosting of your choice

Garnish - chocolate and /or caramel sauce and whipped cream 

Position a rack in the lower third of the oven and heat oven to 325 degrees F. For the crust: Stir the butter together with the crumbs, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Press the crumb mixture evenly over the bottom of a lightly greased 9x13 metal pan. Bake until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes. 

Meanwhile, make the brownie. Stir in sugar and vanilla into the melted butter. Add eggs one at a time, hand beating well with spoon after each addition. Add cocoa; beat until well blended. Add flour, baking powder and salt; beat well. Pour batter over the graham cracker crust. Increase the oven temperature to 350 degrees. Bake until the top is crispy and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out mostly clean, with a few crumbs, about 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and carefully position a rack about 6 inches from the broiler and preheat on low. Frost the brownie with ganache. Layer marshmallows across the top and toast under the broiler until golden, (keep an eye on it, it can go quick), about 2 minutes. Alternatively, you could torch the marshmallows with a kitchen torch, if you happen to have one handy. Cool on a rack. Cut into about 20 (2-inch) squares. You can add whipped cream and drizzle with caramel and/or chocolate sauce to garnish. 

Ganache topping

8 ounces bittersweet chocolate

1 c heavy cream  

Chop the chocolate in a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Bring the cream to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat (or bring to a boil in the microwave.) 

Immediately pour the hot cream into the food processor, on top of the chocolate and let sit for 1 minute, then pulse the machine 3 times. Scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula and pulse about 3 more times, until all the chocolate is melted. This smooth, silky chocolate is now ganache. Transfer the ganache to a bowl and refrigerate until cool. About 2 hours. Ganache can be prepared up to two weeks before use.

 

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All scripture quoted from the New American Standard Bible (NASB) unless otherwise noted.