Inspiration Quote

Inspiration Quote Mark Twain wrote " What a we little part of a person's life are his acts and his words. His real life is led in his head, and is known to none but himself. All day long the mill of his brain is grinding and his thoughts, not those other things, are his history. here Twain emphasizes the importance of our thought life. It is important for the believer to understand that all actions begin with thoughts. In the song " Slow Fade" by contemporary Christian artist " Casting Crowns"- the lyrics read. " The journey from your mind to your hands is shorter than you're thinking. The song is about the process of sin as it begins in our minds and transforms, through compromise into actions. As Christians we must take hold of our thoughts. Here Paul directs us with a pretty specific guide of things we should think about- "honorable" things,"pure" things,"lovely" things, "true" things. If we focus on these positive thoughts, our actions will in turn be positive. let this list be a guide to helping us "take captive every thought" Father help me control my thoughts, help me think only on the things which please you: truth, honor, purity, excellence, when destructive thoughts make their way into my mind help me to cast them aside and replace them with thoughts that are constructive. Amen Philippians 4:8 Finally brethren what so ever things are true, what so ever things are honest, what so ever things are just, what so ever things are pure, what so ever things are lovely, what so ever things are of good report: if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise think on these things. This is the end Dr. Thomas R. Morris Jan.12,2021

Luke 1:30-33

Luke 1:30-33 But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over Jacob’s descendants forever; his kingdom will never end.”

John 15: 5,8

John 15:5,8 “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. Happiness is what we make it Not what we want Tom

John 11:25

John 11:25 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; Great Message We rejoice in the knowledge of this Holy word from God's book. He made us aware even though we die we are still very much alive. It has always been a source of joy attending the home going of his own. We're all just away for a short time. God is lying in wait for us, waiting for our revelation on that beautiful Morning: when we all get there. Thank You Jesus for giving us this consolation even though death may take over, the hospital, nursing home etc. we still have that Blessed Assurance that keep on living. Save us oh Blessed Lord keep us close to your heart of Love. Tom

Colossians 3:16 Blessing Assurance

Blessings Assurance Colossians 3:16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms hymns and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. Blessing assurance is so great because we can hardly talk of it. How could any people, individual act like we do and still have blessed assurance. We should be so thankful, everyday, everywhere, we have that blessed assurance that Jesus is ours. Blessings on you this and everyday Tom

He Is Our Strength

Colisossians 3:17 And whatever you do in word or deed do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus giving thanks to God the Father through him. He is our strength no matter what daily living will bring, We vask in the knowledge that he is taking care of us regardless Blessings this day and everyday Tom

Love, That Will Not Let Me Go

Love, That Will Not Let Me Go At the end of the road, we have blessed memories, one of the memories you can have as a professional doctor: 1- One who practice 2- One who takes care of their patients each one everyday 3- One that the elderly people loves you as much as the young people. The need to be a wondeful physician we know how wonderful it is for young people to love us, one of the love and trust that older people have for us they know the genuine article. Thank God most of my friends that's older know the Grace-Mercy-Love, we have between ourselves and our Wonderful Savior. Some old men needs attention too, your greatest accomplishments as doctor, people who love you. During the great flu epidemic of 1918 the local doctor stayed at my grandfathers house in order to take care of the stricken people of that area and he died there. I hope that my patients, friends, family will never forget the love and trust shown us by old people especially let us not forget old men, who receives some of the love and attention at home, we can do that in the office by letting them know that they are loved at the office because you never know what they are going through. I know everyone like the young children, but the old white haired men by their families. Never forget to show affection to men with white hair, they so need this so many have been neglected, they need the attention not just at Christmas or their birthdays--because so many are neglected by the home where he lives seeing that the children and home are taken care of and neglecting himself. Most old men would love the attention put on them instead of their children and grandchildren by their wives. Have you ever wonder what a person is going through especially the old gray white haired man who seems to be forgotten about. he took care of his family and friends and done for everyone but do you know how he is feeling? Do you ever think to ask? Blessings on you this and everyday Tom

John 17:17

John 17:17 Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth. Truth is Truth, will always be there it never changes. I will confess to you right now that I have not always been as truthful as I should have been. On this day and everyday we need to take stock of activity of course. As sure as it came out in the news about my gift to UMO to The Glory of God and my FWB ancestors, they all and I am convinced they love God and their church. In this plight that started nine months ago in all the interruption I pray that you will help me to remember that God is still in charge of everything. Blessings Tom

Psalms 119:105

Psalms 119:105 Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path His Grace is sufficient his all consuming love who keeps us when everything else has failed. These past 9 months we need his assurance, this catastrophic in spite of the world is brnging it to our door steps. We can still depend on him. Praise God from whom all Blessings flow help these creatures here below. Keep us close to your loving care. I praise God for each and everyone of you who know my father- my saviour-my strength in this time of need. Blessing on you this day Tom

Inspirational Prayer

Inspirational Prayer As we present ourselves before the throne of Thy power, O Lord, we come to praise Thy name and to bring with us a large petition. We ask, nay even with boldness we claim the inheritance left us by our Elder Brother, His peace—the peace which the world cannot give, and which the world cannot take away. We dare not ask for wealth, with all its allurement to worldliness; we dare not ask for length of days, with prospect of aged weakness and dependence; we dare not ask for preferment among our brethren, realizing that if we honor ourselves, our honor is nothing; we dare not ask for freedom from sorrow, remembering that they who are not of this world shall in the world have tribulation; but we do ask our Father, that in perfect peace we may rest in Thee, knowing that He that spared not His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, shall with Him also freely give us all things. Grant, Lord, that the peace of God which passeth all understanding, may keep our hearts and minds through abundance of grace in Christ our Redeemer. This our prayer we make in the name of Him Who loveth us and gave Himself for us, even Jesus Christ our Righteousness. Amen. Prayer by John W. Friend, Petersburg, VA.

I John 2:15-16

I John 2:15-16 On Not Loving the World Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world. On this Veterans Day, this old-blind-total disable Veteran reminds all Veterans caught up in the vicariousness of military service brings us closer and closer to him. The one who gave us the joy of military or any other service job for others. On this Veterans Day I want those who saw the recent article about me and my military service to know that I was there then and here now because of my Love of country, my wonderful family, friends, and all who know the meaning of the word service, because we truly love one another When grateful to give self. There was nothing special about me then or now and I will admit that I love the things of the world but I love so much more of the father who gave me life. Life is what we make of it. At the crossroads of the world we come into contact with the Real values of the world: Life, Liberty, and The Pursuit of Happiness. Thank You Jesus for helping me to love completely. Blessings on You This Day Tom

Thanks For Your Service

Thanks for your service Good morning, Just a quick note to wish you a good Veterans Day and to thank you for your service to our country. Serving others is something you continue to do to this day, and UMO and others remain grateful. Thank You. My prayers continue for your health and well being. Blessings, Teresa Dr. Morris, I want to thank you for your service on this Veterans Day and every day. I appreciate you serving our country. My dad served 20 years in the Marine Corp and I have special place in my heart for all who have been in the Armed Forces. The United States is the greatest country because of you, my dad, and all who served to protect our freedom. Thanks and I pray you have a great day. Sincerely, Dwayne McKay Director of External Affairs for Athletics 586 Henderson Street|Mount Olive, NC 28365 (919) 658-7757 – Direct| (919) 658-1753 – Fax (800) 653-0854 ext. 1361| dmckay@umo.edu

Job 37:5-6

Job 37:5-6 God’s voice thunders in marvelous ways; he does great things beyond our understanding. He says to the snow, ‘Fall on the earth,’ and to the rain shower, ‘Be a mighty downpour. Gods goodness is beyond our understanding, He is ours and we are his. We rejoice in just a nodular of his present in our lives. Help us precious Lord to live as close to thee has we can possible get. Help us to be everything you want us to be. Blessings on all of you this day and always Tom

Joshua 24:15

Johusa 24:15 But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” My Christians friends, Let us rejoice in the joy of serving God. Time is to short, time is drawing near. We rejoice in his presents, we take great pleasure and pride in serving him. Let us never forget The Saviour of our world. The reason for our salvation we are his and he is ours, never forget the greatest plight of Christian servitude. Blessings Tom

UMO receives 1million dollars

UMO Receives $1 Million Gift November 2, 2020 Contact: Rhonda Jessup, Director of Public Relations The University of Mount Olive (UMO) has received a $1 million gift from one of its longtime friends and benefactors, Dr. Thomas R. Morris of Wilmington, NC. The contribution from Morris was inspired by his desire to invest in building opportunities for the University’s new innovative programs. He had initially planned for the money to be dispersed through his last will and testament, but at 90 years old, he decided to make the contribution while he was still living. “This gift is to glorify God and honor my Free Will Baptist ancestors,” Morris said. “On behalf of the Board of Trustees and the entire University, we are deeply grateful for this generous gift,” said UMO President Dr. H. Edward Croom. “Dr. Morris is a true friend of the University of Mount Olive. He understands the University’s roots in the Original Free Will Baptist Church and appreciates its Christian mission. This investment demonstrates a trust and confidence in the future of this institution. We commit to be good stewards of these resources as we provide new facilities and programs that will expand opportunities to equip our graduates for leadership and service.” Morris was born and reared in Wayne County with strong Free Will Baptist roots from Union Grove FWB Church where his parents and grandparents were all very active. He often reminisces about his great grandfather, the Elder P. T. Lucas, a leading FWB minister of his time. Morris graduated from high school in Nahunta and financed his way through UNC-Chapel Hill and the School of Optometry in Memphis, TN by working at night and selling books, cookware, and cemetery plots door-to-door during the summers. “I covered every pig path in eastern North Carolina,” he joked. After college, Morris returned to Wayne County and became not only a successful optometrist, but also a noted educational, civic, and church speaker, often sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Commissioned a medical officer in the U. S. Army during the Korean Conflict, Morris retired as a Lt. Colonel, but still remained active in the Army Reserves and National Guard. He has dictated over 2,000 posts about his life, travel, military experiences, and journey of faith in his personal blogs, which can be found at http://carolinahedgehog.blogspot.com. When diagnosed with glaucoma, a condition that resulted from his military experience and resulted in 100% disability, Morris was determined to see as much of the world as he could. On eight around-the-world trips, he traveled to every continent and both the North and South Poles, having his passport stamped in 157 countries. After becoming totally blind, Morris turned to real estate and other investments in the Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach areas in both commercial and residential properties. In addition to his shrewd business acumen, Morris, to this day, possesses a thrifty nature. He is well-known for his self-deprivation, often noting that throughout his lifetime he did his own cooking, cleaning, and only purchased his clothes from thrift stores. In reflecting over his investments and savings, Morris said, “God has abundantly blessed me even through my 40-years of total blindness and 14-year battle with prostate cancer.” Living out the Biblical passage Luke 12:48, “To whom much is given, much will be required,” Morris’ frugalness has enabled him to faithfully support the University for decades. He has given multiple and sizeable gifts that have funded various awards designed to encourage and reward excellence for student academic achievement, faculty teaching, and pastoral work and lay services to the FWB denomination. He has also generously contributed to other UMO projects including a $100,000 gift for the Free Will Baptist Heritage Room, which bears a portrait and plaque dedicated to Morris. Knowing, from personal experience, the hardship of financing a college education, Morris and his siblings established an endowed scholarship fund at UMO in memory of his parents, Joseph T. and Sallie Pittman Morris. “Dr. Morris’ life has been filled with both adversity and abundance,” said University Advancement Representative Teresa Hines. “Yet, he remains a humble and selfless man intent on sharing his wealth and his wisdom with causes that align with his beliefs. We are grateful beyond measure that he considers the University of Mount Olive to be one of those organizations.” Vice President for Institutional Advancement Jason Gipe said, “Dr. Morris’ unwavering support and generous financial backing over the years has and will make a profound impact not only on the University, but also on current and future students who benefit greatly from the programs, projects, and facilities made possible by his kindness and compassion.” Morris is the father of one son, Dr. John Michael Morris, the grandfather of two grandsons, Andrew Phillip Morris and Paul Robert Morris, all of whom have advanced degrees. Dr. Andrew Morris, along with his wife and daughter, are missionaries in South Korea. Dr. John Michael Morris is a professor at Southwestern Seminary and the pastor of a Southern Baptist church in Fort Worth, Texas. The University of Mount Olive is a private institution rooted in the liberal arts tradition with defining Christian values. The University is sponsored by the Convention of Original Free Will Baptists. For more information, visit www.umo.edu.

Amen

I Peter-5:8-9 Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings. We know the Love of God the fellowship of believers We know the way Christians should behave. God help us to understand and further anticipation your glacious love, tender mercies, and beautiful Holy Spirit. I pray that God will help all of us to be what he wants us to be. We rejoice in the knowledge of his nature that he does not want us to back up not one inch that we should never turn our backs to satan. God Bless you and keep you under his everlasting perfect arms. Blessings Tom

Ephesians 2:8-9

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith and this is not from yourself, it is the gift of God-not by works, so that no one can boast. Please Do Not Forget to Read the Message of The Gift. Tom Morris

For The Word Of God

Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edge sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow: it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Great comfort in these trying days, more important than any pandemic, the love of God for us. He only wants two things, Faith and Trust. Let us trust him to see us through these times. The knowledge of his Mercy-Grace-Love is enough to keep us going. God keep us close to your heart of love and underneath your hand of protective care for we pray in your Holy Name, Forever and ever. Tom Morris

A Person Finds Joy In Giving

A person finds joy in giving an apt-reply- and how good is timely word: Poverbs 15:23 The attitude and attributes of Christian life. Nothing shows Christianity than one joyous attitude, joy in knowing your Saviour. The great beauty of Christian life - relationships in your life is not your own it's brought with a wonderful price. Your life should be a joy and not a burden. We get cast down and we should be taught that Christ and his wonderful Son Jesus was always there. We all find joy in a beautiful relationship with one another. Let us rejoice in the knowledge that we are capable of love one for another. Jesus tells us to love one another as we love him. What a challenge when we even consider how much he loves us. Blessings Tom

May These Words of My Mouth

May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Psalms 19:14 This is a marvelous word from Gods word is a Challenge-Call-Mercy filling of the of the Grace and love manifest from the God of Glory. Everyday of my life, I must depend on my Blessed Lord, must depend on those who assist me to live a somewhat normal life. Please answer this question, Why is it that those ones who I trust, whom I must depend on: those who keep a watchful eye on my financial accounts get so negligence when they well know I do business with them because I depend on them? Someone in my condition should not and will not depend on these people for help. If you don't have some confidence in your doctor you need to make a change, this morning, I am aggravated to the core in placing my faith in someone to handle my business, he has shown me he is not interested in keeping my buisness. All of my friends, business associates enjoy what they assume is flattering of me being able to accumulate funds to show my love. I find that most family, friends, and business acquaintance never comprehend what it has taken to accumulate and stay in charge of my affairs a total blind person, total disable person I honestly believe that most people I know just think that things take care of themselves. Please pray that there is an awakening everywhere not just in my life. On this day I was feeling pretty good until knocked down by incompetency. I had to decide to make a gift now instead of in my death to UMO which I asked for it to remain quiet but to my amazement it has been told everywhere. I pray for all of you on this day and ask that the wall of protection from our Blessed Lord be extended to me. Please pray that our God of Love is sufficient for all our needs, Today, Tomorrow, and always Blessings Tom