FReeper Canteen ~ Just Hangin' Cafe ~ 24 July 2020

July 23, 2020 | Water Sprites and Swan Lake Condos

[beachn4fun]

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FReeper Canteen
Just Hangin' Cafe

Come on in, we're open
Need a place just to hang out?
This is it.

We serve coffee,

tea,
or maybe a tall brew?
Topped off with great conversation
and music.

No worries in the FReeper Canteen
Just Hangin' Cafe.
Grab a glass and start a conversation.

You never know who you might meet in the Cafe.
Glad you could join us.
Enjoy your stay.

Our AWESOME military,
our AWESOME allies,
and their families are welcomed
and honored here.

Remember, the Canteen is a family friendly place.
We exist for sole purpose of supporting the military, our allies, and their families.
Continued prayers for the success and completion of your mission.
Prayers for your safe return home.

[beachn4fun]

PING~A!~LING Y’ALL

Got to post and run.
We are having another thunderstorm.
My internet keeps dropping out.

Will catch you all in the morning.

[luvie]

And here I am...early! Have a good evening!

[PROCON]

Yo Beachie!

[left that other site]

Hi Everybody!

(((HUGS)))

[PROCON]

New Jon McNaughton painting: "Legacy of Hope"

[The Mayor]

Freep mail me to be on or off the Daily Bread ping list

July 24

His Scars

Bible in a Year:

• Psalms 35–36
• Acts 25

He was pierced for our transgressions, . . . and by his wounds we are healed.

Isaiah 53:5

After my conversation with Grady, it occurred to me why his preferred greeting was a “fist bump” not a handshake. A handshake would’ve exposed the scars on his wrist—the result of his attempts to do himself harm. It’s not uncommon for us to hide our wounds—external or internal—caused by others or self-inflicted.

In the wake of my interaction with Grady, I thought about Jesus’ physical scars, the wounds caused by nails pounded into His hands and feet and a spear thrust into His side. Rather than hiding His scars, Christ called attention to them.

After Thomas initially doubted that Jesus had risen from the dead, He said to him, “Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe” (John 20:27). When Thomas saw those scars for himself and heard Christ’s amazing words, he was convinced that it was Jesus. He exclaimed in belief, “My Lord and my God!” (v. 28). Jesus then pronounced a special blessing for those who haven’t seen Him or His physical wounds but still believe in Him: “Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed” (v. 29).

The best news ever is that His scars were for our sins—our sins against others or ourselves. The death of Jesus is for the forgiveness of the sins of all who believe in Him and confess with Thomas, “My Lord and my God!”

By:  Arthur Jackson Reflect & Pray

What circumstances led you to believe that Jesus' scars were for you? If you haven’t believed in Him for the forgiveness of your sins, what keeps you from trusting Him today?

Father, I believe that Christ’s scars were for my sin. I’m grateful!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Oh, no...stay safe, beachy! ((HUGS))

[luvie]

Beautiful.

[Barnacle]

Awesome. Thanks for posting it.

[Kathy in Alaska]

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[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[radu]

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

To all our military men and women, past and present,

THANK YOU
for your service!

[radu]

Howdy, beachie.

I am soooooooooo jealous! LOL! There were heavy rain showers and thunderstorms all around us - - again - - and nary a drop here.

I do hope it doesn’t get too wild and crazy there. Storm damage is no fun.

[radu]

Howdy, PRO.

That new McNaughton painting is magnificent.

[radu]

Howdy, Kathy.

Kinda, sorta catching your breath today?

[PROCON]

Greetings from afar, radu!

It is indeed an awesome painting, just when you think McNaughton can't do any better he outdoes himself and amazes us.

We've cooled down today, I mowed early and just been relaxing. How about you?

[luvie]

Howdy, radu! Another hot one for ya? It was a bit cooler here at 95. Did the rain miss you yet again?

There was not ONE kitty in the back yard when I put their evening food out. Not even the three amigos. Very strange.

[Kathy in Alaska]

And luvie arrives early...good job! Sorry the weather and internet drove beachy home early.