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FReeper Canteen ~ Sunday Chapel ~ ATTITUDE ~ 30 March 2014
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Posted on 03/29/2014 5:00:50 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska
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ATTITUDE
Two men, both seriously ill, occupied the same hospital room. One man was allowed to sit up in his bed for an hour each afternoon to help drain fluid from his lungs. His bed was next to the room's only window. The other man had to spend all his time flat on his back. The men talked for hours on end. They spoke of their wives and families, their homes, their jobs, their involvement in the military service, and where they had been on vacation. Every afternoon when the man in the bed by the window could sit up, he would pass the time by describing to his roommate all the things he could see outside the window. The man in the other bed began to live for those one-hour periods when his life would be broadened and enlivened by all the activity and color of the world outside. The window overlooked a park with a lovely lake. Ducks and swans played on the water while children sailed their model boats. Young lovers walked arm in arm amidst flowers of every color of the rainbow. Grand old trees graced the landscape, and a fine view of the city skyline could be seen in the distance. As the man by the window described all this in exquisite detail, the man on the other side of the room would close his eyes and imagine the picturesque scene. One warm afternoon, the man by the window described a parade passing by. Although the other man could not hear the band, he could see it in his mind's eye as the gentleman by the window portrayed it with descriptive words. Days and weeks passed. One morning, the day nurse arrived to bring water for their baths only to find the lifeless body of the man by the window, who had died peacefully in his sleep. She was saddened and called the hospital attendants to take the body away. As soon as it seemed appropriate, the other man asked if he could be moved next to the window. The nurse was happy to make the switch, and after making sure he was comfortable, she left him alone. Slowly, painfully, he propped himself up on one elbow to take his first look at the world outside. Finally he would have the joy of seeing it for himself. He strained to slowly turn to look out the window beside the bed, only to discover it faced a blank wall. The man asked the nurse what could have compelled this deceased roommate who had described such wonderful things outside this window. The nurse responded that the man was blind and could not even see the wall. She said he just wanted to encourage you and bring you happiness. Epilogue: There is tremendous happiness in making others happy, despite our own situations. Shared grief is half the sorrow, but happiness when shared, is doubled. If you want to feel rich, just count all of the things you have that money cannot buy.
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To: Kathy in Alaska
Good Evening, Kathy!
***HUGS***
A Blessed Lords Day to you and yours! Thank you very much for tonights Sunday Chapel thread.
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"Dia shábháil ar fad anseo!"
Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!
Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)
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posted on
03/29/2014 5:01:15 PM PDT
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ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines RVN 1<center> <table back969 - St. Mlichael the Archangel defend us in Battle!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Freep mail me to be on or off the Daily Bread ping list
Blessed Are The Meek
March 30, 2014
Read: Matthew 5:1-10
One problem with the English word meek is that it rhymes with weak, and people have linked the two words together for years. A popular dictionary offers a secondary definition of meek as too submissive; easily imposed on; spineless; spiritless. This causes some people to question why Jesus would say, Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth (Matt. 5:5).
Greek scholar W. E. Vine says that meekness in the Bible is an attitude toward God in which we accept His dealings with us as good, and therefore without disputing or resisting. We see this in Jesus who found His delight in doing the will of His Father.
Vine goes on to say that the meekness manifested by the Lord and commended to the believer is the fruit of power. . . . The Lord was meek because He had the infinite resources of God at His command. He could have called angels from heaven to prevent His crucifixion.
Jesus told His weary, burdened followers, Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am [meek] and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls (Matt. 11:29). He was the perfect model of meekness.
When we are tired and troubled, Jesus invites us to discover the peace of meekly trusting Him.
Love sent the Savior to die in my stead.
Why should He love me so?
Meekly to Calvarys cross He was led.
Why should He love me so? Harkness
God has two dwellings, one in heaven and the other in a meek and thankful heart. Walton
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posted on
03/29/2014 5:12:07 PM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: All
Dear God: I ask that no Airman, Coast Guardsman, Marine, Sailor, Soldier, Reservist, National Guardsman, or Merchant Marine feel alone or forgotten.
O Israel, hope in the Lord; For with the Lord there is loving kindness, And with Him is abundant redemption. And He will redeem Israel From all his iniquities.
Psalm 130:7 & 8
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posted on
03/29/2014 5:22:40 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: ConorMacNessa
Good evening, Mac...*HUGS*...thanks, and a Blessed Lord’s Day to the MacNessa family.
How is Mrs MacNessa doing? Is she without pain and mostly just uncomfortable? Kids rallying around? Did her walker arrive?
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posted on
03/29/2014 5:28:26 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: The Mayor
Good evening, Mayor, and a Blessed Lord’s Day to The Mayor family.
Thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.
How’s mud season coming along?
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posted on
03/29/2014 5:34:41 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Hi Kathy!
Nice weekend.
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posted on
03/29/2014 5:35:18 PM PDT
by
SkyDancer
(I Believe In The Law Until It Intereferes With Justice. And Pay Your Liberty Tax Citizen.)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Mrs. MacNessa is doing better, thanks! Her walker arrived Thursday - similar to mine but red. The boys are taking up the slack.
March 29 and my first Daffodils have finally bloomed - I don't recall it having been this late in past years.
"Dia shábháil ar fad anseo!"
Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!
Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)
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posted on
03/29/2014 5:36:03 PM PDT
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines RVN 1<center> <table back969 - St. Mlichael the Archangel defend us in Battle!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
As I look out the window the mud is being covered with snow.
Longest winter I can remember. Please give us global warming.
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posted on
03/29/2014 5:38:27 PM PDT
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The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Take all Joy it what God OFFERS YOU. Seek and enjoy helping others.
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posted on
03/29/2014 5:43:57 PM PDT
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SandRat
(Duty - Honor - Country! What else needs said?)
To: xzins; bethelgrad; lightman; LiteKeeper; MoJo2001; 007; 1 FELLOW FREEPER; 11B3; 1FreeAmerican; ...
Please join us for Sunday Chapel ~ ATTITUDE, and Liberty
Lt. Charles F. Suver, CHC, USN, 28th Marine Regiment, 5th Marine Division
"Mass at Iwo Jima"
Please stop in and say a prayer of protection for the military.
Prayers from all denominations are needed.
Sunday Liberty starts after the Guest Military Chaplain's Service!
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posted on
03/29/2014 5:51:45 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Hi Everybody!
((((HUGS))))
Have a Blessed Sunday! :-)
To: SkyDancer
G’Day, Janey, and a Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours. ((HUGS))
How’s the mouth healing?
Having a relaxing weekend?
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posted on
03/29/2014 6:00:20 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Children in Holland watching the 208th ECB build a bridge.
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posted on
03/29/2014 6:07:59 PM PDT
by
yarddog
(Romans 8: verses 38 and 39. "For I am persuaded".)
To: The Mayor; ConorMacNessa; SandRat; 2111USMC; Jet Jaguar; Publius; PROCON; BIGLOOK; laplata; ...
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posted on
03/29/2014 6:11:11 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: MoochPooch; left that other site; Yehuda; DeoVindiceSicSemperTyrannis; Alouette; ...
Shavua Tov.
Wishing all our Jewish troops, veterans, families, allies, friends, and Canteeners
a peaceful and prosperous week.
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posted on
03/29/2014 6:19:22 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: MoJo2001; AZamericonnie; StarCMC; ConorMacNessa; The Mayor; SandRat; HiJinx; Cindy; ...
Prayers for our troops, veterans, families, allies, friends, and Canteeners
for a safe and peaceful week ahead.
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posted on
03/29/2014 6:21:54 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: MoochPooch; left that other site; Yehuda; DeoVindiceSicSemperTyrannis; Alouette; ...
He Who blessed our forefathers Abraham, Isaac and Jacob - may He bless the fighters of the Israel Defense Force, who stand guard over our land and the cities of our G-d from the border of the Lebanon to the desert of Egypt, and from the Great Sea unto the approach of the Aravah, on the land, in the air, and on the sea.
May HASHEM cause the enemies who rise up against us to be struck down before them. May the Holy One, Blessed is He, preserve and rescue our fighting men from every trouble and distress and from every plague and illness, and may He send blessing and success in their every endeavor.
May He lead our enemies under their sway and may He grant them salvation and crown them with victory. And may there be fulfilled for them the verse: For it is Hashem, your G-d, Who goes with you to battle your enemies for you to save you.
G-d bless and keep your children safe, Alouette.
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posted on
03/29/2014 6:39:37 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska; 2LT Radix jr; acad1228; AirForceMom; Colonel_Flagg; AliVeritas; aomagrat; ...
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posted on
03/29/2014 6:41:01 PM PDT
by
luvie
(All my heroes wear camos! Thank you David, Michael, Chris Txradioguy, JJ, CMS, & ALL Vets, too!l)
To: The Mayor
More snow?? Hopefully it won’t stick, or will melt quickly.
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posted on
03/29/2014 6:45:17 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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