FReeper Canteen ~ Guest Military Chaplain ~ CHARACTER ~ 24 February 08

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[Kathy in Alaska]

 

 

 

	CHARACTER A wise person once said, "You can easily judge the character of a man by how he treats those who can do nothing to him or for him." (author unknown) Columnist Ann Landers put it this way, "The best index of a person's character is how he treats people who can do him absolutely no good." In the Christian Scriptures, the Apostle Paul talks about entertaining "angels unawares." (Hebrews 13:1) What these writers are talking about here is more than an act. It's an attitude - about life, about people, and most importantly, about the dignity and worth of every person. They're referring to a life-cultivated habit of treating others with kindness, compassion, generosity and charity. Our true measure is best demonstrated by how we treat those from whom we have nothing personally to gain or lose, in the world's sense, that is. Allow me to illustrate. Many years ago reporters gathered at a Chicago railroad station to await the arrival of a newly selected Nobel Prize winner. As the six-feet-four inches tall giant, with bushy hair and a large mustache, stepped off the train, anxious reporters gathered around him. Amidst flashing cameras, important officials extended their hands and voiced how honored they were to meet the Nobel Laureate. He thanked them and then, looking over the crowd, asked to be excused for a moment. With quick steps he walked through the crowd until he reached an elderly woman who was struggling with two large suitcases. Easily picking up the two bags in his big hands, smiling all the while, he graciously and attentively escorted the woman to a bus. As he helped her aboard, he extended to her his warmest wishes for a safe journey. Meanwhile, the anxious crowd had tagged along behind him, watching and taking in his every move. Turning to them he said, "Sorry to have kept you waiting." The man was Dr. Albert Schweitzer, the world-famous missionary doctor who had spent his life helping the poorest of the poor in Lambarene, Africa. Said a member of the reception committee to one of the reporters: "That's the first time I ever saw a sermon walking." CAPT Jane F. Vieira, CHC, USN

 

[Tanniker Smith]

I actually never got a chance. The weather changed on us a little prematurely. Playing in the snow in the rain isn't as fun.

My son did try the big hill that I made.... he fell over and rolled down the side again. Oops.

I still have a couple more years with him for this kind of silliness, i think, so here's hoping for a foot of snow next year -- and I wouldn't even mind if it was Christmas week and I was already off from work!

[MS.BEHAVIN]

A peaceful and Blessed Sunday to my Canteen family and to our Troops!

[MS.BEHAVIN]

(((((((Hijinx))))))))
I’m so very sorry for your loss...
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Prayers lifted for you and your family.

[amom]

Amen to Tonk’s prayer.

Thanks for the sermon walking inspiration. Perfect way to start my day!

[amom]

Joining in prayer at this post as well.

[amom]

Good morning, HiJinx. My prayers are with you, your brother and family.

[amom]

I heard from our soldier, Chris, very briefly. He’s doing well. Thanks you all for your thoughts and prayers. He sounded very good in his much too brief email. 8^D

Prayers for all who have loved ones and friends active in the military.

[SandRat]

Psalm 91
"Soldier's Prayer"

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust." Surely He will save you from the fowler's snare and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day, nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness, nor the plague that destroys at midday. A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you. You will only observe with your eyes and see the punishment of the wicked If you make the Most High your dwelling - even the Lord, who is my refuge then no harm will befall you, no disaster will come near your tent. For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone. you will tread upon the lion and the cobra; you will trample the great lion and the serpent. "Because he loves me," says the Lord, "I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. He will call upon me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. With long life will I satisfy him and show him my salvation.

[amom]

Amen SR, amen.

[PROCON]

150?

[amom]

LOL You got the 150!

I was so near and yet so far... :-D

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good Lord’s Day to you, Arrowhead. Hope the pollen is leaving you alone.

[PROCON]

I'm pleased your son is doing well!

Continued prayers!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Glad you heard from him and he is well.

Thank you, Chris, for your service to our country.
Prayers for your safety and success of mission.

[Kathy in Alaska]

These are definitely fun times for stuff like this. These are memory makers.

[amom]

Thanks PROCON!

[amom]

Hey Kathy. Thanks. Me too! 8^D

And good day to you too!

[Kathy in Alaska]

It is beautiful, clear blue sky outside and the sun is shining brightly, altho it is only 27F. Got down to about 15F last night.

[richardtavor]

We did-—hope you did also.

[richardtavor]

We did-—hope you did also. I forgot to say, after talking to our friends in Jerusalem this morning, we have decided to visit this summer. My best friend just had surgery for prostate cancer and asked us to come...He is doing fine, but I think he just want’s his close family there. We are going to take a close friend with us who has never been to Israel, so it will be a real pleasure for me to show him Eretz...g-d bless you and all that you do.