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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

 

[PROCON]

Hello FRiend!

From your homepage I can see we agree about Israel's History/rights.

Just curious, why not spell out God's name completely?!

[richardtavor]

It is a sign of respect for the Name of G-d (as it relates to the third commandment). I am not Jewish, but I spell his name without the name out of respect for my Jewish Orthodox Friends—and also, after living in Israel, I just got into the habit....I am not suggesting that non Jews do the same, because that would imply something that is not commanded. It is only what I am comfortable with.

[PROCON]

Thanks for clearing that up!

May God truly Bless you!! :)

[amom]

15 last night! I won’t complain about the rain today here then, cause it’s still light jacket weather.

I’m off for awhile. I’ll play catch up when I get back. If I don’t ‘see’ you, have a great tomorrow now ya’hear?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Stay dry! Have a nice afternoon. I’m playing with paperwork.

[Kathy in Alaska]

G-d bless you for going to be with your friend....and you have been a “tour guide” before. The friend you are taking will enjoy your “guiding”.

[AZamericonnie]

Thanks for the report on Chris amom!

So glad he is doing well & hope you are too! *Hugs*

[Yellow Rose of Texas]

AMOM, CALL ME!!!!!!!

ROSE

[Yellow Rose of Texas]

amom, thinking about Tonk these days? Please call me!

[Kathy in Alaska]

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