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Salvation Comes From God

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Psalm 2, verses 7-12

” His chosen one replies,” I will reveal the everlasting purposes of God, for the Lord has said to me,” You are my Son. This is your Coronation Day. Today I am giving you, your glory.” ” Only ask, and I will give you all the nations of the world. Rule them with an iron rod; smash them like clay pots!” V-12 Fall down before his Son and kiss his feet before his anger is roused and you perish. I am warning you—his wrath will soon begin. But oh, the joys of those who put their trust in him!” ” Amen and Amen!”

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How Lovely Is Your Temple

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Psalms 85 Verse 8-13

I’d rather be in heaven but not why heaven right here on earth, make the best and love our God all the days he blesses my life. I have a lot of friends who love the LORD too and celebrate everyday, and the families of the David Hueper family are awesome people, from all American families no different from others, are God’s chosen people here in America and love God with all their heart and soul, no questions asked. Recent sadness, their father David’s recent passing on October 9, 2013 is in all our hearts AND SOULS, the children, their love is so deep, and Ann, David’s wife of a long time, what can I say the most devoted wife a man can be blessed with and she never asks for anything nor complains, none of them do and they have a love that is so deep. I am so grateful that I can be their friend in a land that is struggling and has very great needs. We thank you Jesus for the care and the love in the hearts of all Americans everywhere and we know you paid for our Freedoms and continue to bless our land, thank you Jesus.

Here is the scripture from the ” Living Bible ” Verses 8-13, goes something like this:

” I am listening carefully to all the Lord is saying—for he speaks peace to his people, his saints, if they will only stop their sinning. Surely his salvation is near to those who reverence him; our land will be filled with his glory. Mercy and truth have met together. Grim justice and peace have kissed! Truth rises from the earth and righteousness smiles down from heaven. Yes, the Lord pours down his blessings on the land and it yields its bountiful crops. Justice goes before him to make a pathway for his steps.”

WE pray this for our people in your Holy Name Jesus, Jesus, Jesus!!! We love you, sir, yes sir!!!

Jimmy Springett-wildlife painter

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An All American Town, Graceville,MN USA

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To honor Becky and Grant Hueper, an original oil painting of Graceville, Mn, called ” a wing and a prayer ” for their father David who recently passed over on October 9, 2013 at the Minneapolis VA Hospital.

With love.

Jimmy Springett-wildlife painter

Becky and Grant 2013

Graceville, Minnesota

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Graceville, Minnesota
City

Location of Graceville, Minnesota
Coordinates: 45°34′10″N 96°26′16″W
Country United States
State Minnesota
County Big Stone
Area[1]
 • Total 0.58 sq mi (1.50 km2)
 • Land 0.58 sq mi (1.50 km2)
 • Water 0 sq mi (0 km2)
Elevation 1,112 ft (339 m)
Population (2010)[2]
 • Total 577
 • Estimate (2012[3]) 568
 • Density 994.8/sq mi (384.1/km2)
Time zone Central (CST) (UTC-6)
 • Summer (DST) CDT (UTC-5)
ZIP code 56240
Area code(s) 320
FIPS code 27-24758[4]
GNIS feature ID 0644309[5]
Graceville is a city in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 577 at the2010 census.[6]

Geography[edit]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.58 square miles (1.50 km2), all of it land.[1]
U.S. Route 75 and Minnesota State Highway 28 are the two major highways that run through the community. The town’s main street is named Studdart Avenue. The town is located on the northeast corner of Toqua Lake, a recreational lake surrounded by two campgrounds, a golf course and a shooting club.
Graceville is in a natural area called a wet prairie, which is a mix of prairie land, swamp and numerous small lakes and ponds. In 2011 the Wheaton-Dumont Co-op Elevator began construction on a grain elevator facility east of town. The elevator recently completed construction in time for 2013 harvest (primarily corn, wheat and soybeans).

Toquatennial Days[edit]

In an effort to promote tourism, the Graceville City Council began Toquatennial Days on the first weekend of July in 1988, the 110th Anniversary of the town’s founding. Events included the crowning of “Miss Toquatennial” (entants limited to women who would be seniors at the high school), a “Medallion Hunt”, softball tournament, a Sunday evening ice cream social and drag competition (an apparent parade of past Miss Toquatennials), two street dances (a free “kiddie” dance on Friday night, and the Graceville Volunteer Fire Department Fundraiser dance on Saturday night), and the Saturday morning “Graceville Gallop”, a six kilometer walk/run event that circles Toqua Lake. The events culminated with a fireworks display at dusk on the Sunday evening over Toqua Lake. Events continued to be held annually on the first weekend of July or last weekend of June until the City Council was disbanded in 1998, but several local businesses and the Volunteer Fire Department have independently kept many of the events going every year, including the addition of a 3-on-3 basketball tournament and fire department “water fights”.

Demographics[edit]

Historical populations
Census Pop. %±
1880 40 —
1890 508 1,170.0%
1900 856 68.5%
1910 987 15.3%
1920 1,022 3.5%
1930 969 −5.2%
1940 1,020 5.3%
1950 962 −5.7%
1960 823 −14.4%
1970 735 −10.7%
1980 780 6.1%
1990 671 −14.0%
2000 605 −9.8%
2010 577 −4.6%
U.S. Decennial Census

2010 census[edit]

As of the census[2] of 2010, there were 577 people, 263 households, and 135 families residing in the city. Thepopulation density was 994.8 inhabitants per square mile (384.1 /km2). There were 305 housing units at an average density of 525.9 per square mile (203.1 /km2). The racial makeup of the city was 99.8% White and 0.2% Asian.Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
There were 263 households of which 19.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.8% were married couples living together, 1.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 48.7% were non-families. 44.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 25.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.01 and the average family size was 2.80.
The median age in the city was 52.2 years. 17% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.8% were from 25 to 44; 26.6% were from 45 to 64; and 35% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.9% male and 54.1% female.

2000 census[edit]

At the 2000 census,[4] there were 605 people, 257 households and 149 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,007.7 per square mile (389.3/km²). There were 283 housing units at an average density of 471.4 per square mile (182.1/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 99.50% White, 0.17% Native American, 0.17% Asian, and 0.17% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.17% of the population.
There were 257 households, of which 26.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.4% were married couples living together, 5.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.0% were non-families. 39.7% of all households were made up of individuals and 22.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.92.
Age distribution was 22.3% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 21.8% from 25 to 44, 18.2% from 45 to 64, and 32.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females there were 80.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 74.7 males.
The median household income was $27,143, and the median family income was $35,385. Males had a median income of $27,031 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,451. About 3.9% of families and 8.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.7% of those under age 18 and 12.1% of those age 65 or over.

Clinton-Graceville-Beardsley High School[edit]

Graceville is part of the Clinton-Graceville-Beardsley School District (Independent School District 2888). It is an elementary and high school conglomerate consisting of rural schools in Big Stone County, which united in 1994. The school mascot is the Wolverine and the school newspaper is the “Paw Press.” The high school is located in Graceville and the elementary school is located in nearby Clinton, MN.
Clinton-Graceville-Beardsley High School earned the Minnesota State High School League Championship in 9-man football, played at the H.H.H.Metrodome on November 13, 2012.[7] In 2009, C-G-B High School competed in the semi-final tournament against Stephen-Argyle School District, losing 18-21.[8] C-G-B sports compete in the Pheasant Conference of the Minnesota State High School League.

Notable residents[edit]

  • Congresswoman Madeleine Bordallo
  • Birthplace of former Minnesota Twins Manager Tom Kelly in 1950.
  • Irish language storyteller Éamon a Búrc (1866–1942) was a resident in the early years of settlement.
  • Birthplace of Bridget Connelly, author of Forgetting Ireland: Uncovering a Family’s Hidden History (Borealis Books, Minnesota Historical Society, 2003). Connelly was a scholar of folklore and comparative literature and Emeritus Professor of Rhetoric at the University of California-Berkeley. Her previous book, “Arab Folk Epic and Identity,” was awarded the Chicago Folklore Prize and the Arberry Prize in Arabic Literature. She has received numerous awards for her work, including two Fulbright Fellowships and a Mellon grant.
  • Birthplace of Charles “Charlie” Ryan (December 19, 1915, Graceville, Minnesota – February 16, 2008, Spokane, Washington), who was an American singer and songwriter, best known for co-writing and first recording the rockabilly hit single “Hot Rod Lincoln”.
  • Birthplace of Jack Conway (17 July 1887; Graceville, Minnesota – 11 October 1952; Pacific Palisades, California), who was a film director and film producer, as well as an actor of many films in the first half of the 20th century. His full name was Hugh Ryan Conway.
  • Arthur Willard Davis (born June 6, 1942 in Graceville, Minnesota) is a former Major League Baseball first baseman who played for three seasons. He played for the Cleveland Indians from 1965 to 1966 and the San Diego Padres in 1969.

References[edit]

Further reading[edit]

External links[edit]

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Municipalities and communities of Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States
Cities
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Footnotes
‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties

For Each Of You, Our Veterans-God’s Soldiers,The Faithful

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The good news is upon all of us, regardless of today’s press, I know that God is on our side, Amen!!! The 3 exclamation marks mean The Father, Son and Holy Ghost, now once you see that I do not have to write it out each time, Amen !!! see how easy that is.

You probably think what is Jimmy doing with these 3 images today, 2 Black Eye Susan, cut mums in a vase and a young foal just starting life, what do they all have in common, is there a common denominator in all this? And how do Veterans fit into this type of story, why does Jimmy keep blessing the veterans, why o why? Isn’t it better to bring things to light while there is time, and if you recall what happened to Humpty Dumpty.

I have many, many friends near and far and this is possibly the beginning of one of my most important stories in a month. Abiding in God’s love and go where he calls seems easy enough, but how many of you listen and go do as the soft voice of the Lord ask of you? I guarantee will change your life for the better, trust your inner voice and the first impression is the correct one, don’t let that SOB of a negative critic jump in there, shut’em down right on the spot, and go do your first order that came to you, you’ll start to know that God is in charge once you do.

Getting back to the story at hand, you say Jimmy I do not have all day to read this long winded blog, ok take your time and spend 1 minute today and 1 minute tomorrow, however long, where are you going to be in such a hurry, but in no time you will learn and get the message, no need to rush we have all eternity, Jesus is in control of time now and for ever more and I thank God for his eternal message and while Heaven is awesome, he has asked me to come to earth to abide in love and kindness, no matter how the wind blows, and like our fellow veterans, having spent 6 years in the Army, every Veteran knows how the winds blow while serving, whew and how the wind continues to blow for our veterans. The Lord as our Commander in Chief has already paid our ransom in red blood, on the cross, so I thank you Jesus for this love to save me and all people everywhere regardless of their accepting Jesus, Jesus is still Lord over all, no exceptions, not even one.

Two Scriptures today, 1. Colossians Chapter 1, verse 12 and Jeremiah Chapter 17, verse 7.

This is easy to remember: What the Word FORGET really means”

F-faithful

O-omnipotent Father

R-Royal

G-gratitude

E-everlasting love

T-thanks Be

Now back to the 3 paintings, the Black Eye Susan, mums, and young foal. Any guesses, probably a few?

Like the human race we are sort of in the fall or autumn of and moving toward winter. The Black Eye Susan common wildflower gracing our fields in late summer has the very deep purples and yellow, there are 2 of them. In the mums there are 3 white blossoms in a green vase and the young foal having been just born in the spring in May reminds me that new life continues to come faithfully not listen to the critic, who would try to convince there is no reason, since everything eventually dies, but remember this is the Lord’s Earth, that he created and everything in the air, water and earth and we are to celebrate his gift of life, to live abundantly and when things get tough, I defer immediately to Jesus and in his name all is possible.

The first painting 2 flowers the second painting 3 flowers so that is 23, and Psalm 23 comes to mind, and the foal with 4 legs reminds me of all living things are possible because of, 3 in 1-!!! and every living thing is connected to !!! making 4 in 1, hence the 4 legs that hold the grown horse to the earth are possible because of God.

May everyone have peace and love, and If I can paint for you speak up, I love to work.

Jimmy Springett-wildlife painter

Northern Lights on October 9, 2013 in Webster,WI

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This week of October 9TH was somber in many ways, for a fellow Air Force Veteran named David Hueper, had spent a few weeks in the Twin City VA Hospital and on this Wednesday he passed away, with his daughter Stacey and his wife Ann by his bedside. I had just left 5 minutes and was only a couple of miles from the Hospital when I received the call and I came back and for a moment I was trying to think of Scripture that helps, and so I read John 14, and later their family told me that was David’s favorite chapter in the Bible, God works in mysterious ways and was speaking to me to comfort both his wife Ann and daughter Stacey. God is an awesome God a God Of Miracle and a Just God. Thank you Lord for being with all of us at David’s passing into your arms Father, you give peace and understanding and most of all you give your love to sustain each of us through your Valley of the Shadow. Peace David and may you be smiling down upon all of us fulfilling God’s word and his commands until that day, sir, yes sir, we all love you. Peace.

Psalms 71: Faith Of Our Fathers, Holy Faith!!!

“Lord, you are my refuge! Don’t let me down! Save me from my enemies, for you are just! Rescue me! Bend down your ear and listen to my plea and save me. Be to me a great protecting Rock, where I am always welcome, safe from all attacks. For you have issued the order to save me. Rescue me, O God, from these unjust and cruel men. O Lord, you alone are my hope; I’ve trusted you since childhood. Yes you have been with me from birth and have helped me constantly—no wonder I am always praising you! My success— at which so many stand amazed–is because you are my mighty protector. All day long I’ll praise and honor you, O God for all that you have done for me.”

Jimmy Springett-wildlife painter

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Did You See The Pheasant,Lately?

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Fall is upon us and when I visit the wilds of NW WI, near Crex Meadows I see these very colorful and beautiful ring neck pheasants, the males in their fall splendor colors are like the fall leaves in their beauty. Seems that the ring neck does well in our habitat and can withstand the fierce winters with -30F so the snow if not wet rain that freezes on them does not hurt them.

I hope that God is granting you the wisdom to know what to do today and the difference of what not to do. Peace and love be yours.

Jimmy Springett-wildlife painter

Love Abides in All Things, God’s Mystery

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Just for a day peace and understanding and bringing people closer to one another. Seems that families seem we are not blood related but the whole human race is from the blood of Abraham, and a stranger is just a friend I have not got a chance to visit at this time.

My wish is that families open their homes to others and help many more in a year’s time, start today, and never forget we are strong together, please connect, no one left behind but all together. Your love will heal and make whole once again to give is the gift of receiving, yep, and a dog ( spelled backward is God, awesome) will help heal your heart too, they love unconditionally and I have a very great dog in Bubba our Black lab, I am sharing an image, an oil painting of him and God has blessed me so richly not in things, but in love and so many many loving friends too.

I’d like to share a story about a young American Artist his name is Dylan Pullis and such a very gifted student a Senior in Graceville, MN High School, parents Craig and Stacey Pullis. I am so lucky to know this wonderful artist and he painted a great work of art a few years ago, and gifted to me, that is a treasure to me and is my studio. I have been mentoring Dylan and encouraging the past few years. Dylan is going to attend college in the arts and I know that he’ll be so good at whatever he does.

Have a great day and may your day be filled with love and peace.

Jimmy Springett-wildlife painter

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” Mystery Abounds In God’s Glory “

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Craig's bull elk 2013

Today, I finished paintings 7, 8 , 9 for the David Hueper family living in Blue Earth, MN and Graceville, MN. I enjoy working on the easel and is such a blessing to paint.

The last three paintings for Craig, this elk, called, ” Mystery Abounds In God’s Glory ”

The Pelican and Graceville, MN landscape for Becky and Grant called ” with honor they will be done ”

And the # Crosses are for Tammy and Roger called, ” Form the Heavens His majesty ”

I hope the family stay faithful and help one another in their current grief after the passing of David their father, and my wish for Ann, David’s wife, a very long and prosperous life with much good health.

This has a very familiar tone and I’ll start to prepare for November and December sales on eBay, many customers looking for my work, and since August I have not listed on eBay, so about 2 1/2 months and is not easy getting a lot of interest once letting the site cool off, O well back to work in the morning, w love and peace be yours.

 

Jimmy Springett-wildlife painter

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Ann Hueper, Yes Madam, This is For You, Yes, You Dear!!! Called “All Knowing “

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Dear Ann,

God has blessed me in everyway possible and he has granted me the wisdom of painting and today I share this with you and your family, in Jesus name I pray for your life, that you continue to know that David is safe and loving heaven, and is with our Lord Jesus Christ, and in that day when we all come together what a feast we will have and talk about celebrations, such a welcome is hard to imagine here on earth as we know earth today.

This painting is called ” all knowing ” just like you this sow is very wise and a great mother too, the cubs are in the background and you do not see them but they are there, maybe you can visualize them, about 1/8 her size at this time. This is your black bear painting Ann, and I wish you peace and most of all love.

I have painted steadily for all of you, in honor of David Hueper your loving husband, he is not forgetting you or any in your family. I have met all your children and I can say they are the most beautiful adults, you and David are wonderful parents and the children are very respectful and honor you and David all the time. God is smiling for this is one of his just and loving commandments.

I am painting Grant and Becky and Tammy and Roger painting tomorrow, and Craig’s elk in the mountains I started today and will finish too in the morning.

Peace be yours and thank you and all your children for gifting me David’s walking cane made from diamond willow, such a blessing and I will always cherish and I will use when hiking in the mountains.

Peace, joy, happiness, and most of all Love.

Jimmy Springett-wildlife painter

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