A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....04-15-04...A Penny for your Thoughts

Billie

[Billie]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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As you can see, John's taken a little time off this week (his computer is very, very ill), and since we're not sure anyone else's two cents are quite comparable to his, if anyone wants to step up to the plate today, we'll offer a penny for yours. :)

However, because we don't want you to suffer serious withdrawal symptoms without JH2 this week, below are a few links to some of John's recent essays. And, John, just so you know we won't forget you, I'm leaving your trademark signature and logo intact. :) ~ Billie

04-01-04...Dems -- be careful what you wish for
03-24-04...BUSH KNEW! Part II...or is it Part III?
03-11-04...Iraq signs new Constitution...You can blame Bush...
03-04-04...Why are we Haited so much?
02-26-04...To Sex-up or not to Sex-up; Run, Nader, Run!..and More
02-12-04...The Bush "Meet The Press" interview; Dems wires crossed

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 04-12-04 Military Monday 04-13-04 Mississippi ~ "Virtute et Armis" 04-14-04 The Many Faces of Donald Rumsfeld

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' The guy's good, folks!

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[Billie]

[Billie]

Good morning, Finest FRiends. John's having major computer problems, and we have no Two Cents today. Can we offer you a penny for yours? :)

[MEG33]

Thank you,Billie.I saw his announcement about major problems and feared we would miss him today.I hope your computer gets well soon,John!

[hoosiermama]

Mine 2 cents is more like a half sense: is really short: If Gorelick & Co neglected to tell the committee about this important pertinent information, it certainly makes a person wonder what other relevant material she is trying to hide!

[Aeronaut]

Good morning Billie.

[The Mayor]

He who guards his mouth preserves his life, but he who opens wide his lips shall have destruction. —Proverbs 13:3

Whoever guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from troubles.

[The Mayor]

April 15, 2004

The Tongue That Defiles

Read: James 3:5-12

He who guards his mouth preserves his life, but he who opens wide his lips shall have destruction. —Proverbs 13:3

Bible In One Year: 1 Samuel 27-29; Luke 13:1-22

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My words have an effect on others; they also have an effect on me. When I speak evil, I not only reveal the sin in my own heart (Luke 6:45), I also reinforce that evil and cause it to grow. Jesus said it's not what goes into my mouth that defiles me, but what comes out. James put it another way: "The tongue . . . defiles the whole body" (James 3:6). My untamed tongue corrupts me.

On the other hand, when I refuse to give expression to impure, unkind, ungodly thoughts, I begin to choke and strangle the evil in my soul.

That's why the wise man said in Proverbs 13:3 that we must guard our mouth. When we do that, we starve the evil that is gnawing insidiously at the root of our soul. Do we want to put an end to the evil that so easily rises within us? With God's help, we must learn to control our tongue.

You may say, "I've tried to, but I have no power to subdue it." James agreed: "No man can tame the tongue" (James 3:8). But Jesus can. Ask Him to "keep watch" over your mouth (Psalm 141:3), and hand the bridle of your tongue to Him.

Let's echo the prayer of the hymn by Frances Havergal: "Take my lips and let them be filled with messages for Thee." —David Roper

Lord, set a guard upon my lips,
My tongue control today;
Help me evaluate each thought
And watch each word I say. —Hess

Whoever guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from troubles. —Proverbs 21:23

[MEG33]

Thank you,Mayor.

[The Mayor]

HiYa Meg !

Your welcome

[dansangel]

Received this by email and wanted to share - am *very* disappointed that JH2 couldn't be here and hope and pray his 'puter problems clear up soon. Will be posting this over at Amy's P&P thread, too:


Human Being Recall Notice

This notice applies to all human beings, no exceptions. Read carefully.

The Maker of all human beings is recalling all units manufactured, regardless of make or year, due to a serious defect in the primary and central component of the heart. This is due to a malfunction in the original prototype units, code named Adam and Eve, resulting in the reproduction of the same defect in all subsequent units.

This defect has been technically termed, "Sub-sequential Internal Non-morality," or more commonly known as "SIN".

Some Symptoms:

1. Loss of direction
2. Lack of peace and joy
3. Depression or confusion in the mental component
4. Foul vocal emissions
5. Selfish, violent behavior
6. Amnesia of origin
7. Fearfulness
8. Rebellion
9. Pride

To correct this SIN defect, the Manufacturer, who is neither liable nor at fault for this defect, is providing factory authorized repair and service free of charge. The Repair Technician, Jesus, has most generously offered to bear the entire burden of the staggering cost of these repairs.

There is no additional fee required.
The number to call for repair in all areas is: P-R-A-Y-E-R.

Once connected, please upload your burden of SIN through the REPENTANCE procedure. Next, download ATONEMENT from the Repair Technician, Jesus, into the heart component.

No matter how big or small the SIN defect is, Jesus will replace it with:

1. Love
2. Joy
3. Peace
4. Kindness
5. Goodness
6. Faithfulness
7. Gentleness
8. Patience
9. Self-control

Please see the operating manual, HOLY BIBLE, for further details on the use of these fixes. As an added upgrade, the Manufacturer has made available to all repaired units direct monitoring and assistance from the resident Maintenance Technician, the HOLY SPIRIT. Repaired units need only make Him welcome and He will take up residence on the premises.

WARNING: Continuing to operate the human being unit without making these corrections voids the Manufacturer's warranty, exposing the unit to many dangers and problems --- and will result in the human unit being permanently impounded.

For free emergency service, call on JESUS. - Thank you for your attention.

[The Mayor]

bump!

[MEG33]

Wonderful!

[Billie]

Good morning, Meg. Hate computer problems! Way frustrating. :(

[Billie]

He, hoo-mama! So good to see you here today.

If Gorelick & Co neglected to tell the committee about this important pertinent information, it certainly makes a person wonder what other relevant material she is trying to hide!

What you said. But one thing is certain - the mainstream media won't be making a big deal out of it.

[Billie]

'Morning.

[Billie]

'Morning. Ahhhhh, Coffee! :)

[Billie]

Bump to this and #7, too! Thank you, Finest Family!

[dansangel]

((((((((Billie)))))))))) and (((((((((Rus)))))))))

Y'all ***ROCK***

:-)

[Billie]

:) Well, I know *you* do!

And you have mail. :)

[Aeronaut]

coffee?

OOOOooh yeah!