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

2 posted on 01/03/2007 6:32:43 AM PST by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

Please donate, The first thing I saw when I posted the thread was a picture of Hillary. ;)

3 posted on 01/03/2007 6:35:23 AM PST by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)

To: GodBlessUSA; The Mayor; DollyCali; ST.LOUIE1; Aquamarine; dutchess; Mama_Bear; Billie; Allegra; ...

Good Morning To The Finest

Happy Warm and Fuzzy Wednesday!

4 posted on 01/03/2007 6:39:25 AM PST by MEG33 (GOD BLESS OUR ARMED FORCES.)

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

January 3, 2007

An Eternal Perspective

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READ: Colossians 3:1-7

Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. —Colossians 3:2

In the movie Gladiator, General Maximus Decimus Meridius seeks to stir his cavalry to fight well in the imminent battle against Germania. Addressing his troops, he challenges them to give their very best. He makes this profound statement: "What we do in life echoes in eternity."

These words from a fictional military leader convey a powerful concept that is of particular significance to believers in Christ. We are not just taking up time and space on a rock that’s floating in the universe. We are here with the opportunity to make an eternal difference with our lives.

Jesus Himself said, "Lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal" (Matt. 6:20). Having the perspective of living for eternity can make all the difference in this world.

How can we learn to set our minds "on things above"? (Col. 3:2). A good way to begin is to discover what our eternal God values. Throughout the pages of the Bible, He reminds us that He values people above possessions and our character above our performance. Those are the truths that last forever. Embracing them can bring an eternal perspective to our daily living.

For Further Thought
What is your purpose for living?
For help in focusing your life on eternity,
read Why In The World Am I Here?

What we do in this life echoes in eternity.

Bible in One Year: Genesis 7-9; Matthew 3

10 posted on 01/03/2007 7:18:10 AM PST by The Mayor ( http://albanysinsanity.com/)

Great thread and Pledge, GeeBee!

13 posted on 01/03/2007 8:12:27 AM PST by ConorMacNessa (HM/2 USN, 3rd Bn. 5th Marines, RVN 1969. St. Michael the Archangel defend us in battle!)

To: GodBlessUSA; Kitty Mittens

a quick drive by HELLO ALL..thanks for opening the doors today GodBlessUSA... My contribution is Kitty Mitten's beloved Fang Face...

Still haven't unpacked, picked up mail, papers at neighbors or cleaned up the incredible mess that a bunch of felines can make when you leave.

Have taken care of mom, which is the most impt now.Will hopefully catch up on pings in next few days.. Need to go to stores before Bible Study tonight..

30 posted on 01/03/2007 10:07:05 AM PST by DollyCali (Don't tell GOD how big your storm is -- Tell the storm how B-I-G your God is!)

~Thank You, GeeBee!~
For Warm Fuzzy Wednesday

117 posted on 01/03/2007 5:21:58 PM PST by MEG33 (GOD BLESS OUR ARMED FORCES.)

Warm Fuzzy Wednesdays are my favorites!

132 posted on 01/04/2007 2:15:03 AM PST by .30Carbine (Let the attitude of your life be a continual willingness ~ Chambers)

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