1 posted on 07/05/2006 3:30:53 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA

To: ST.LOUIE1; Billie; dutchess; DollyCali; Mama_Bear; Aquamarine; JustAmy; The Mayor; deadhead; ...

2 posted on 07/05/2006 3:32:31 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

I luv the Warm Fuzzy Wednesdays! Thanks for the ping!

3 posted on 07/05/2006 3:41:24 AM PDT by .30Carbine

Nice Pledge, GeeBee - Happy Warm Fuzzy Wednesday!

4 posted on 07/05/2006 3:46:41 AM PDT by ConorMacNessa (HM/2 USN, 3rd Bn. 5th Marines, RVN 1969. - St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle!)

Good Morning Warthogtjm
Thank You. I hope you enjoyed the 4th of July weekend! I have family visiting and it is great fun to see them all. :)

5 posted on 07/05/2006 3:48:13 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

Good Morning .30Carbine :)

6 posted on 07/05/2006 3:54:28 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

Good Morning all!

Folks gather at the DFW airport to welcome our troops as they return from Iraq, seeing the warm welcome amd seeing our troops tears as people hug them and shake their hand is about as warm and fuzzy feelings one can get.

Proud to be an American, proud of our Troops and their Commander In Chief they are the reason America is able to safely celebrate her 230th year birthday!!

7 posted on 07/05/2006 3:56:24 AM PDT by stopem (God Bless the U.S.A the Troops who protect her, and their Commander In Chief !)

Good Morning Stopem
When I see photos of homecomings of our Soldiers meeting up with loved ones, it is so emotional. God Bless Our Heroes for their extreme sacrifices, to Protect and Defend our Freedom!

8 posted on 07/05/2006 4:16:08 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

To: ST.LOUIE1; Billie; dutchess; DollyCali; GodBlessUSA; Mama_Bear; Aquamarine; JustAmy; deadhead; ...

July 5, 2006

Crooked And Straight

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READ: Hebrews 11:1-7

By faith Noah . . . prepared an ark for the saving of his household. —Hebrews 11:7

Charles Haddon Spurgeon, the great London preacher, found in Noah’s life the principle that “every act of faith condemns the world.” “By faith Noah . . . moved with godly fear, prepared an ark for the saving of his household, by which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith” (Hebrews 11:7).

Commenting on that verse, Spurgeon said: “Live a holy life . . . . I have heard it said that if there is a crooked stick, and you want to show how crooked it is, you need not waste words in description. Place a straight one by the side of it, and the thing is done directly. Noah condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.”

The New Testament calls Noah “a preacher of righteousness” (2 Peter 2:5), even though none of his “sermons” are recorded in the Bible. Perhaps it was Noah’s obedience to God in building the ark that stands as his greatest witness to a self-centered and violent generation. “According to all that God commanded him, so he did” (Genesis 6:22).

How easy it is to be critical of the sins of others. But how much more powerful to demonstrate the grace and righteousness of our God by living for Him. —David C. McCasland

So let our lips and lives express
The holy gospel we profess;
So let our works and virtues shine
To prove the doctrine all divine. —Watts

The Christian’s life is the world’s Bible.

Bible in One Year: Bible in One Year: Job 30-31; Acts 13:26-52

9 posted on 07/05/2006 5:18:00 AM PDT by The Mayor ( http://albanysinsanity.com/)

To: Mama_Bear; All

I hope this link works

There should be 6 pics from the visit to my grandmothers house.

10 posted on 07/05/2006 5:35:51 AM PDT by The Mayor ( http://albanysinsanity.com/)

Good Morning The Mayor :)
I hope you had a wonderful time! I enjoyed seeing your pictures. That is neat how that is set up to view. :)

11 posted on 07/05/2006 5:43:06 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

That is how my brother sends pics, it's pretty neat.

It was enjoyable and sad. I hope it wasn't the last time I see her, but if it was, then we had a couple of great conversations and the smile on her face made the whole trip worth it.

12 posted on 07/05/2006 5:47:41 AM PDT by The Mayor ( http://albanysinsanity.com/)

Am I warm and fuzzy enough?

13 posted on 07/05/2006 7:34:15 AM PDT by LUV W ("Rather than mourning those who have died, we should thank God that such men lived.")

Very kewl way to view the pictures, Rus. God rest the soul of your little Gran!

Glad you got home safely and hope you had a good 4th.

Thanks for our beautiful lesson from God's Word!

14 posted on 07/05/2006 7:36:27 AM PDT by LUV W ("Rather than mourning those who have died, we should thank God that such men lived.")

To: GodBlessUSA; LUV W; Billie; dutchess; DollyCali; Mama_Bear; Aquamarine; JustAmy; The Mayor; ...

15 posted on 07/05/2006 8:11:06 AM PDT by EsmeraldaA

Thanks for today's lesson, Mayor - also nice pics. Hope your visit went well.

16 posted on 07/05/2006 8:15:48 AM PDT by ConorMacNessa (HM/2 USN, 3rd Bn. 5th Marines, RVN 1969. - St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle!)

To: GodBlessUSA; All

GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR TROOPS!

AMAZING GRACE

by John Newton

Amazing grace! How sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found;
Was blind, but now I see.
.
’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, .
And grace my fears relieved; .
How precious did that grace appear.
The hour I first believed! .
.
Through many dangers, toils and snares, .
I have already come; .
’Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, .
And grace will lead me home. .
.
The Lord has promised good to me, .
His Word my hope secures; .
He will my Shield and Portion be, .
As long as life endures. .
.
Yea, when this flesh and heart shall fail, .
And mortal life shall cease, .
I shall possess, within the veil, .
A life of joy and peace. .
.
The earth shall soon dissolve like snow, .
The sun forbear to shine; .
But God, Who called me here below, .
Will be forever mine. .
.
When we’ve been there ten thousand years, .
Bright shining as the sun, .
We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise.
Than when we’d first begun. .

17 posted on 07/05/2006 8:19:23 AM PDT by ConorMacNessa (HM/2 USN, 3rd Bn. 5th Marines, RVN 1969. - St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle!)

Morning GBUSA!{{HUGS}}

18 posted on 07/05/2006 8:21:47 AM PDT by Mrs.Nooseman (Proud supporter of our Troops and President GW!!!)

Mornin' ES! (((hugs)))

How are you this morning? Hope it is a pretty day!

19 posted on 07/05/2006 9:06:49 AM PDT by LUV W ("Rather than mourning those who have died, we should thank God that such men lived.")

20 posted on 07/05/2006 9:08:39 AM PDT by LUV W ("Rather than mourning those who have died, we should thank God that such men lived.")

21 posted on 07/05/2006 9:10:00 AM PDT by Majie Purple

22 posted on 07/05/2006 9:14:47 AM PDT by Majie Purple

I love that song and can't get through it without a tear in my eye and a lump in my throat.

Thanks for posting it....also love bagpipes.

23 posted on 07/05/2006 9:16:35 AM PDT by LUV W ("Rather than mourning those who have died, we should thank God that such men lived.")

Hello {{LUV}}

It is sunny (partly cloudy),

I guess it will be safe till 2 or 3pm.

24 posted on 07/05/2006 9:17:13 AM PDT by EsmeraldaA

25 posted on 07/05/2006 9:20:09 AM PDT by Majie Purple

26 posted on 07/05/2006 9:24:34 AM PDT by Majie Purple

To: Purple Mountains Maj

Hello Maj!

I was saving this for Jack....hehe

27 posted on 07/05/2006 9:29:12 AM PDT by EsmeraldaA

Hip Hop...Get it?
LOL!
One bun bun (Thumper, I know)likes it.
& one bun bun " " doesn't like it.

28 posted on 07/05/2006 9:29:54 AM PDT by Majie Purple

To: GodBlessUSA; All

Good afternoon.. a very quick check in & love & hello to all who are fuzzy, warm & otherwise "fit" to be here!

Here is my warm fuzzy.... yup. Mel

Every 4th time frame since the Patriot came out, I watch the movie.. I did last night. MEL, gives me warm fuzzies & so do all the terribly painful scenes. I cry each time & think of all that folks who went before us did for our country.

That is followed by mental spitting of nails against the creeps who would compromise all that these sacrifices provided.

Have a good hump day. I have a full day & am having company for dinner.. horrors.. I love to cook but things here are chaos!

29 posted on 07/05/2006 9:30:36 AM PDT by DollyCali (Don't tell GOD how big your storm is -- Tell the storm how B-I-G your God is!)

Beautiful! I can hear the bagpipes now.

30 posted on 07/05/2006 9:31:01 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

Woo Hoo. I love that picture of Mel Gibson. :)

31 posted on 07/05/2006 9:31:37 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

To: Purple Mountains Maj

LOL! All your gifs are definitely warm and fuzzy. :)

32 posted on 07/05/2006 9:32:28 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

I will send one...always do!
:)
It's a comin' after a few!
Thank you for mine!

33 posted on 07/05/2006 9:32:44 AM PDT by Majie Purple

I'm glad you had some time with your grandmother. She looks good in the pictures. I pray you will be able to visit with her again.

34 posted on 07/05/2006 9:33:46 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

Thanks GeeBee!
HUGS!
Of to post more...
Have a great day.
I sure will!
I love WFW! Can ya kinda tell?
LOL.

35 posted on 07/05/2006 9:35:24 AM PDT by Majie Purple

36 posted on 07/05/2006 9:36:16 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

37 posted on 07/05/2006 9:38:51 AM PDT by Majie Purple

38 posted on 07/05/2006 9:42:48 AM PDT by Majie Purple

To: Mrs.Nooseman

Hi Mrs.N! How are you today? I hope you had a wonderful Fourth of July. :)
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39 posted on 07/05/2006 9:42:57 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

40 posted on 07/05/2006 9:46:09 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

41 posted on 07/05/2006 9:46:54 AM PDT by Majie Purple

To: Purple Mountains Maj

You have a Wonderful Day too!
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42 posted on 07/05/2006 9:47:56 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

43 posted on 07/05/2006 9:49:51 AM PDT by Majie Purple

Well, as Kathy says...hope you didn't forget your umbrella! ;o)

(((hugs)))...or just send it up my way!

44 posted on 07/05/2006 9:49:57 AM PDT by LUV W ("Rather than mourning those who have died, we should thank God that such men lived.")

45 posted on 07/05/2006 9:53:19 AM PDT by Majie Purple

I sure will!
Thank you...
That lil pup is adorable!
:)

46 posted on 07/05/2006 9:55:16 AM PDT by Majie Purple

To: dutchess; JustAmy; Kitty Mittens; jkphoto; Diver Dave; The Mayor; Warthogtjm; Wolfstar; ...

47 posted on 07/05/2006 10:11:07 AM PDT by Majie Purple

Lord, We thank You for those who are serving in our armed forces. Each day they are making brave sacrifices so that our country can remain strong and free. Keep them safe under the shelter of Your wings. And Lord, for their families back home——whose loving support enables our armed forces, to do all that they are called on to do——we ask that You comfort them and give them Your peace...the peace that passes all understanding. Amen

Below are names of some of our FReepers' loved ones who are serving our country. If you have someone you would like to add, please address a post to

Billie; Dutchess; DollyCali; Mama_Bear; The Mayor; GodBlessUSA,
and we will add their name to this list. As we pray for them, we pray also for all our nation’’s leaders, and military personnel, and their families and friends. May God hold them close to His heart. Amen

gator girl........................husband
severa............husband, brother
Maigrey............................cousin
mystery-ak.............son, husband
Gogrammy...................grandson
Inspectorette.......................son
deadhead..........................cousin
Blessed American..........nephew
Slip18..........................nephew
Diver Dave.......niece, nephew
ConspiracyGuy........2 nephews
Pippin............niece's husband
sneakers..............................son
weldgophardline.....brotherinlaw
jamaly.................brotherinlaw
Future Snake Eater..........cousin
WaterDragon.............grandson
WaterDragon...........son-in-law
BeforeISleep...................son
kimmie7......................brother
Armymarinemom............3 sons
american_ranger.............son
LadyX.........................grandson
fawn796.......................nephew
ValerieUSA....................2 sons
Lakeside...........................2 sons
LakeLady............ ..........nephew
Spruce............................daughter
Leofl......................................son
chena......................................son
Hope and Glory.....................son
Philman_36................2 nephews
bjcintennessee..............son, niece
TheMayor....................friends'son
Doug from Upland............soninlaw
homeschoolmama...........nephew
ariamne..........................2 cousins
mhking...............................cousin
gonzo.........................friend's son
visualops..........................cousin
auboy.............................cousin
Ladysmith..nephew, friend's son
tina07......soninlaw & his friend
MontanaCowgirlCop.......brother
nelibeli...........................nephew
Misty4jc........................husband
Colorado Slim................nephew
Tapatio....................2 nephews
ProudAFDad.........................son
Alouette................................son
Katydidnt..............................son
scubachick.....................husband
ladtx...............................2 sons
OhioWfan............................son
jkphoto..........................nephew
Q6-God...................twin brother
Q6-God.....................active duty
Warrior Nurse...........active duty
SK1 Thurman...........active duty
David Osborne.........active duty
fc2tomschermuly......active duty
bkwells....................active duty
LongCut....................active duty
cjk...........................active duty
Trish.........................active duty
ODC-GIRL.................active duty
AF_Blue...................active duty
Notwithstanding.......active duty
thumperusn..............active duty
Veloxherc.................active duty
Don Simmons...........active duty
wingnutx...................active duty
Old Sarge.................active duty
CGblue.....................active duty
bigghurtt...................active duty
frankiep....................active duty
veeceeque................active duty
JRios1968...............active duty
NoLongerFreeState....active duty
CMS.........................active duty

Its_me_K.E.T.........................son
Hostel............................cousin
MozartLover...........son, nephew
ak_daddoo........................nephew
Dubya............................nephew
LBGA (RIP)..........................son
katykelly..............................son
cookcounty.............................son
Himyar....................................son
SpookBrat........................nephew
SpookBrat........................cousin
boxerblues........................2 sons
the piper....................................son
sheeza................................husband
kemathen7.........................husband
Tiffee4Bob..........................boyfriend
JimRobinson...............2 nephews
TexKat.......................son, step-son
StarCMC.............................brother
Consort........................2 daughters
Consort.......................son-in-law
Darheel...............................niece
Donaeus...........................nephew
dixie sass........................nephew

BeAllYouCanBe........................son
Repubmommy........................brother
AgThorn................................2 sons
kneezles.................................son
RoseinRoseBear.....cousin's hubby
Atomic Conspiracy......half-brother
Atomic Conspiracy...........nephew
Sunflowergal....................grandson
mrstank..............................husband
MrsMike31........................husband
spotbust1...........................husband
campfollower.........................fiance
LUV W......................................son
painter........................ .........nephew
Bykrbayb.....................................son
SilentServiceCPOWife........husband
Walkenfree.....................2 grandsons
Walkenfree....................... 3 nephews
Walkenfree..................granddaughter
Zechariah_8_13...........brother-in-law
Zechariah_8_13......................cousin
DirtyHarryY2K....................daughter
DirtyHarryY2K................son-in-law
Skimask........................................son
El Gato..................................nephew
Palladin................................grandson
MississippyMuddy...................sister
MississippyMuddy...........2 nephews
Kramster................................stepson
Socratic.................................nephew
LoneRedRanger..........brother-in-law
Jemian..........................................son
freema............................nephew, son
Azbushgal....................................son
PreviouslyA-Lurker...............brother
kimmykay....................................son
right2parent.................................son
NavySEAL F-16..........................son
Ike................................................son
repubmom....................................son
wolfcreek.............................daughter
JesseJane ................................cousin
Roses0508....................................son
pmmd81.......................................son
GodBlessUSA.........................cousin
SoldiersPrayingMom....................son
WakeUpandVote.....................brother
Skyraider.......................................son
CyberAnt................................nephew
mrs tiggywinkle........................cousin
Jen's Mom.............................daughter
911angelady.............................2 Sons
Nadine ...................................nephew
U S Army EOD ..................Daughter
weldgophardline .........................Son
thehumanlynx................rotherinLaw
JFC.........................................nephew
Anthem..............two cousins

48 posted on 07/05/2006 10:13:34 AM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

Really sweet Fam pics!
Thanks for sharing.

49 posted on 07/05/2006 10:14:04 AM PDT by Majie Purple

#13

CUUUUUTEEEEE! :o)

50 posted on 07/05/2006 10:16:02 AM PDT by Anne of DC (RUMMY FAN BIG BIG TIME!)

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