Beliefnet.com -- Today's Inspiration Reading
today's story was about a person who was contesting a traffic ticket, how the author listened to plea after plea not change the mind of the judge, and how a police officer was not there to be the accuser, so the charges got dismissed.
The author saw person after person give 'valid' excuses (many not so valid). Prepared for an arguement, and dismissed. In the parking lot, God's little reminder: Grace happens. What a blessing to have it happen! What a greater blessing for us to REALIZE that it happened! Praise God!
Monday, June 27, 2005
WTNH.com - High court bars display of Ten Commandments at courthouses
WTNH.com - High court bars display of Ten Commandments at courthouses: "High court bars display of Ten Commandments at courthouses"
(Washington-AP, June 27, 2005 Updated 10:31 AM) _ In a narrowly drawn ruling, the Supreme Court struck down Ten Commandments displays in courthouses Monday, holding that two exhibits in Kentucky crossed the line between separation of church and state because they promoted a religious message.
The 5-4 decision, first of two seeking to mediate the bitter culture war over religion's place in public life, took a case-by-case approach to this vexing issue. In the decision, the court declined to prohibit all displays in court buildings or on government property.
The justices left themselves legal wiggle room on this issue, however, saying that some displays -- like their own courtroom frieze -- would be permissible if they're portrayed neutrally in order to honor the nation's legal history.
But framed copies in two Kentucky courthouses went too far in endorsing religion, the court held.
the touchstone for our analysis is the principle that the First Amendment mandates government neutrality between religion and religion, and between religion and nonreligion,' Justice David H. Souter wrote for the majority.
'When the government acts with the ostensible and predominant purpose of advancing religion, it violates that central Establishment clause value of official religious neutrality,' he said.
Souter was joined in his opinion by other members of the liberal bloc -- Justices John Paul Stevens, Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen G. Breyer, as well as Reagan appointee Sandra Day O'Connor, who provided the swing vote.
In a dissent, Justice Antonin Scalia argued that Ten Commandments displays are a legitimate tribute to the nation's religious and legal history.
Government officials may have had a religious purpose when they originally posted the Ten Commandments display by itself in 1999. But their efforts to dilute the religious message since then by hanging other historical documents in the courthouses made it constitutionally adequate, Scalia said.
He was joined in his opinion by Chief William H. Rehnquist, as well as Justice Anthony Kennedy and Clarence Thomas.
'In the court's view , the impermissible motive was apparent from the initial displays of the Ten Commandments all by themselves: When that occurs: the Court says, a religious object is unmistakable,' he wrote. 'Surely that cannot be.'
'The Commandments have a proper place in our civil history,' Scalia wrote.
The case was one of two heard by the Supreme Court in March involving Ten Commandments displays in Kentucky and Texas. That case asks whether the Ten Commandments may be displayed on the grounds outside the state capitol.
The cases marked the first time since 1980 the high court tackled the emotional issue, in a courtroom boasting a wall carving of Moses holding the sacred tablets.
A broader ruling than the one rendered Monday could have determined the allowable role of religion in a wide range of public contexts, from the use of religious music in a school concert to students' recitation of 'under God' in the Pledge of Allegiance. It is a question that has sharply divided the lower courts in recent years.
But in their ruling Monday, justices chose to stick with a cautious case-by-case approach.
Two Kentucky counties originally hung the copies of the Ten Commandments in their courthouses. After the ACLU filed suit, the counties modified their displays to add other documents demonstrating 'America's Christian heritage,' including the national motto of 'In God We Trust' and a version of the Congressional Record declaring 1983 the 'Year of the Bible.'
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I am not surprised by this, but deeply saddened. I will continue to pray for this country, but since it's laws are clearly no longer based on the 10 commandments, they are of men and not God, I do not see the nation as one nation under God.
The nation lies when it puts "In God We Trust" on currency
The nation forfiets the blessings the founding fathers brought forth
The nation and those who push aside the commands of God will receive the fruit of that action, just as those who obey the commands of God will enjoy these fruits.
I will put my trust in the God who has the power of life and death, not the stiff necked people who look to sieze that power.
I will not trust this government, but I will trust the God who still allows this government to exist.
(Washington-AP, June 27, 2005 Updated 10:31 AM) _ In a narrowly drawn ruling, the Supreme Court struck down Ten Commandments displays in courthouses Monday, holding that two exhibits in Kentucky crossed the line between separation of church and state because they promoted a religious message.
The 5-4 decision, first of two seeking to mediate the bitter culture war over religion's place in public life, took a case-by-case approach to this vexing issue. In the decision, the court declined to prohibit all displays in court buildings or on government property.
The justices left themselves legal wiggle room on this issue, however, saying that some displays -- like their own courtroom frieze -- would be permissible if they're portrayed neutrally in order to honor the nation's legal history.
But framed copies in two Kentucky courthouses went too far in endorsing religion, the court held.
the touchstone for our analysis is the principle that the First Amendment mandates government neutrality between religion and religion, and between religion and nonreligion,' Justice David H. Souter wrote for the majority.
'When the government acts with the ostensible and predominant purpose of advancing religion, it violates that central Establishment clause value of official religious neutrality,' he said.
Souter was joined in his opinion by other members of the liberal bloc -- Justices John Paul Stevens, Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen G. Breyer, as well as Reagan appointee Sandra Day O'Connor, who provided the swing vote.
In a dissent, Justice Antonin Scalia argued that Ten Commandments displays are a legitimate tribute to the nation's religious and legal history.
Government officials may have had a religious purpose when they originally posted the Ten Commandments display by itself in 1999. But their efforts to dilute the religious message since then by hanging other historical documents in the courthouses made it constitutionally adequate, Scalia said.
He was joined in his opinion by Chief William H. Rehnquist, as well as Justice Anthony Kennedy and Clarence Thomas.
'In the court's view , the impermissible motive was apparent from the initial displays of the Ten Commandments all by themselves: When that occurs: the Court says, a religious object is unmistakable,' he wrote. 'Surely that cannot be.'
'The Commandments have a proper place in our civil history,' Scalia wrote.
The case was one of two heard by the Supreme Court in March involving Ten Commandments displays in Kentucky and Texas. That case asks whether the Ten Commandments may be displayed on the grounds outside the state capitol.
The cases marked the first time since 1980 the high court tackled the emotional issue, in a courtroom boasting a wall carving of Moses holding the sacred tablets.
A broader ruling than the one rendered Monday could have determined the allowable role of religion in a wide range of public contexts, from the use of religious music in a school concert to students' recitation of 'under God' in the Pledge of Allegiance. It is a question that has sharply divided the lower courts in recent years.
But in their ruling Monday, justices chose to stick with a cautious case-by-case approach.
Two Kentucky counties originally hung the copies of the Ten Commandments in their courthouses. After the ACLU filed suit, the counties modified their displays to add other documents demonstrating 'America's Christian heritage,' including the national motto of 'In God We Trust' and a version of the Congressional Record declaring 1983 the 'Year of the Bible.'
"
I am not surprised by this, but deeply saddened. I will continue to pray for this country, but since it's laws are clearly no longer based on the 10 commandments, they are of men and not God, I do not see the nation as one nation under God.
The nation lies when it puts "In God We Trust" on currency
The nation forfiets the blessings the founding fathers brought forth
The nation and those who push aside the commands of God will receive the fruit of that action, just as those who obey the commands of God will enjoy these fruits.
I will put my trust in the God who has the power of life and death, not the stiff necked people who look to sieze that power.
I will not trust this government, but I will trust the God who still allows this government to exist.
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Ten ways to attract new people into your life
A little meditation for today, as long as we live we will be meeting new people, and these have been put in our life by God. Let us put our best face forward for God!
Whether you are attracting new clients for your business, have moved into a new community and want to make friends, have started a new job, or are open to romance, here are some ways to attract new people:
1. Smile.
I recently heard of a man who met his fiance when she gave him a friendly smile at the dry cleaners, and he asked the cleaners for her name. Smiling is often a first point of contact.
2. Eye contact.
This is a sign of confidence and contact. WARNING: longer than 3 seconds is considered flirting; staring is a turn off. (This varies from culture to culture, as well as smiling, speaking first, and shaking hands. Some cultures hug, kiss on the cheek, bow.)
3. Say "hi."
If we all always waited for the other to speak, we would live in a silent world.
4. A firm handshake.
Need I say more? This also conveys confidence.
5. Go where the people you want to attract will be.
I heard of a woman who prefers meeting men at the local Chamber of Commerce rather than a bar, because "at least I know they will have a job." If you want to meet other professionals, join the professional organization. If you want to meet other skiers, go to the local ski club meeting. If you want to meet people with similar morals, beliefs, and values, try a church, synagogue, temple, etc. It is hard to attract new people when you are sitting home alone watching TV.
6. Dress appropriately.
If you want to attract clients, dress like people do in their business and culture. Using the example again of meeting people with similar beliefs, morals, and values: if you want to meet conservative people, do not wear something flashy or flamboyant. If you want to run with the motorcycle crowd, go for the leather pants! Obviously, clothes that are clean, pressed, that fit, are not outdated.
7. Be honest, positive, and brief.
Honesty: because relationships are founded on trust. Positive: attitude, attitude, attitude! Brief: so you leave plenty of time to...
8. Listen!
Everyone has the desire to feel significant. Doesn't someone truly
listening to you, showing an interest in you and your interests, and your business enhance that feeling?
9. Be happy, content with yourself and your life.
Do you think someone new wants to hear about how great things were back at/with X company, town, or person? Will you draw people to yourself if you are doing it out of desperation, because you feel incomplete, not OK, lonely? (N0.) It is hard to be happy, content when you are comparing. When you are happy, you will naturally be smiling!
10. Be the kind of person you want to attract.
If you want to attract someone who is in shape and has a healthy
lifestyle, be in shape and have a healthy lifestyle. If you want to
attract clients you can count on and pay on time, be accountable and pay on time. If you want to attract good communicators who treat you well, make sure your communication skills are polished, and pay attention to how you treat others. ETC.
Copyright 97, 98, 99, 00, 2001 CoachVille
This content may be forwarded in full, with copyright, contact, and
creation information intact, without specific permission, when used only
in a not-for-profit context. For other uses, permission in writing from
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Whether you are attracting new clients for your business, have moved into a new community and want to make friends, have started a new job, or are open to romance, here are some ways to attract new people:
1. Smile.
I recently heard of a man who met his fiance when she gave him a friendly smile at the dry cleaners, and he asked the cleaners for her name. Smiling is often a first point of contact.
2. Eye contact.
This is a sign of confidence and contact. WARNING: longer than 3 seconds is considered flirting; staring is a turn off. (This varies from culture to culture, as well as smiling, speaking first, and shaking hands. Some cultures hug, kiss on the cheek, bow.)
3. Say "hi."
If we all always waited for the other to speak, we would live in a silent world.
4. A firm handshake.
Need I say more? This also conveys confidence.
5. Go where the people you want to attract will be.
I heard of a woman who prefers meeting men at the local Chamber of Commerce rather than a bar, because "at least I know they will have a job." If you want to meet other professionals, join the professional organization. If you want to meet other skiers, go to the local ski club meeting. If you want to meet people with similar morals, beliefs, and values, try a church, synagogue, temple, etc. It is hard to attract new people when you are sitting home alone watching TV.
6. Dress appropriately.
If you want to attract clients, dress like people do in their business and culture. Using the example again of meeting people with similar beliefs, morals, and values: if you want to meet conservative people, do not wear something flashy or flamboyant. If you want to run with the motorcycle crowd, go for the leather pants! Obviously, clothes that are clean, pressed, that fit, are not outdated.
7. Be honest, positive, and brief.
Honesty: because relationships are founded on trust. Positive: attitude, attitude, attitude! Brief: so you leave plenty of time to...
8. Listen!
Everyone has the desire to feel significant. Doesn't someone truly
listening to you, showing an interest in you and your interests, and your business enhance that feeling?
9. Be happy, content with yourself and your life.
Do you think someone new wants to hear about how great things were back at/with X company, town, or person? Will you draw people to yourself if you are doing it out of desperation, because you feel incomplete, not OK, lonely? (N0.) It is hard to be happy, content when you are comparing. When you are happy, you will naturally be smiling!
10. Be the kind of person you want to attract.
If you want to attract someone who is in shape and has a healthy
lifestyle, be in shape and have a healthy lifestyle. If you want to
attract clients you can count on and pay on time, be accountable and pay on time. If you want to attract good communicators who treat you well, make sure your communication skills are polished, and pay attention to how you treat others. ETC.
Copyright 97, 98, 99, 00, 2001 CoachVille
This content may be forwarded in full, with copyright, contact, and
creation information intact, without specific permission, when used only
in a not-for-profit context. For other uses, permission in writing from
CoachVille is required. Questions: email topten@coachville.com
Friday, June 17, 2005
PAINTED WITH A DIFFERENT BRUSH LifeSupport
Yahoo! Groups : LifeSupport Messages : Message 717 of 717
Steve is a good writer, and one who can find the nugget of truth and refine it to gold. Today's installment included the story of the shooting the brinks men who were shot and of the only 2 people who returned the money.
What bothers me the most is that people were loading up on the money while the guards lie there bleeding. I guess this inspires the following prayer:
Heavenly Father, You give us all good things. May we always see your beauty in all of creation, in particular the people with whom we share our day. May we show them your face, your compassion and love and find reward in that act. I know you will take care of me, so I do not need to take advantage of anyone for my daily needs. May you spirit always guide me to act according to your will, and bring forth your kingdom. I ask this in the name of your Son, who showed us your face, allowing us to recognize it in all creation.
Steve is a good writer, and one who can find the nugget of truth and refine it to gold. Today's installment included the story of the shooting the brinks men who were shot and of the only 2 people who returned the money.
What bothers me the most is that people were loading up on the money while the guards lie there bleeding. I guess this inspires the following prayer:
Heavenly Father, You give us all good things. May we always see your beauty in all of creation, in particular the people with whom we share our day. May we show them your face, your compassion and love and find reward in that act. I know you will take care of me, so I do not need to take advantage of anyone for my daily needs. May you spirit always guide me to act according to your will, and bring forth your kingdom. I ask this in the name of your Son, who showed us your face, allowing us to recognize it in all creation.
Thursday, June 16, 2005
From Father to Child
From Father to Child by Joe Kita (Men's Health)
In researching my book Wisdom of Our Fathers, I interviewed 138 men of all ages and from all walks of life. We talked about career satisfaction... the secrets of making love last... how to find happiness. But few of the men were having the same conversations with their children.
It's never too late. Seven essential life lessons that every dad should share, no matter how old his children are...
Be curious. Kids are innately curious -- but in our rush to get wherever we're going, we fathers are always urging them to move along. Nothing will better unite you with your children -- and better prepare them for life -- than sharing mutual wonder and the urge to explore.
Example: Maybe there is an interesting insect or a beautiful flower in your backyard. Get down on your knees and examine it closely... look it up on the Internet. Try to figure out how any type of machine works -- toaster, lawn mower, car, etc.
Be generous. Not just with money -- but with time... possessions... and love. The spirit of generosity will teach your children empathy, helping them feel concern for those around them.
Admit when you're wrong. If you don't act as though you're perfect, your children will know that they don't have to be perfect either.
Be willing to fail. The kite crashes... a repair doesn't work... the puzzle pieces won't fit together. So what? You've shown your kids that it's important to try new things, regardless of how they turn out.
Trap: Some fathers try to appear perfect. Their children will always feel pressured to live up to unrealistic ideals.
Be spontaneous. My dad planned everything to the last detail. While it is fine to be organized, it also creates pressure to do things in certain ways. This takes some joy out of life.
Teach your kids that it's okay to abandon plans when something else comes along... to turn left even though they had planned to turn right.
Instant adventures: See what activity looks interesting in the newspaper and do it... hop on a bicycle or get in the car and see where the road takes you -- maybe make nothing but right turns... get on a bus and get off at an unfamiliar stop to explore.
Embrace spirituality. We all find spirituality in different ways -- by going to church or synagogue... meditating... appreciating the glories of nature. Encourage your children to cultivate their sense of awe and wonder -- not once a week, but all the time. Spirituality is like a muscle -- you have to use it frequently to make it stronger.
Respect your body. Nothing is more important than good health. Lead by example -- this is not a lesson you can teach by talking.
Let your kids see you exercising (encourage them to join in)... eating a healthful diet... and generally living a clean life.
Bottom Line interviewed Joe Kita, executive writer at Men's Health and Pennsylvania-based author of several books, including Wisdom of Our Fathers, and Another Shot: How I Relived My Life in Less Than a Year (Rodale).
Being a Father is as big a gift as the good Lord can give. It is a reflection of his own life and love for us. Yes, being a good Father is something to work at, be we are not on our own. We have the example and grace of our heavenly Father.
In researching my book Wisdom of Our Fathers, I interviewed 138 men of all ages and from all walks of life. We talked about career satisfaction... the secrets of making love last... how to find happiness. But few of the men were having the same conversations with their children.
It's never too late. Seven essential life lessons that every dad should share, no matter how old his children are...
Be curious. Kids are innately curious -- but in our rush to get wherever we're going, we fathers are always urging them to move along. Nothing will better unite you with your children -- and better prepare them for life -- than sharing mutual wonder and the urge to explore.
Example: Maybe there is an interesting insect or a beautiful flower in your backyard. Get down on your knees and examine it closely... look it up on the Internet. Try to figure out how any type of machine works -- toaster, lawn mower, car, etc.
Be generous. Not just with money -- but with time... possessions... and love. The spirit of generosity will teach your children empathy, helping them feel concern for those around them.
Admit when you're wrong. If you don't act as though you're perfect, your children will know that they don't have to be perfect either.
Be willing to fail. The kite crashes... a repair doesn't work... the puzzle pieces won't fit together. So what? You've shown your kids that it's important to try new things, regardless of how they turn out.
Trap: Some fathers try to appear perfect. Their children will always feel pressured to live up to unrealistic ideals.
Be spontaneous. My dad planned everything to the last detail. While it is fine to be organized, it also creates pressure to do things in certain ways. This takes some joy out of life.
Teach your kids that it's okay to abandon plans when something else comes along... to turn left even though they had planned to turn right.
Instant adventures: See what activity looks interesting in the newspaper and do it... hop on a bicycle or get in the car and see where the road takes you -- maybe make nothing but right turns... get on a bus and get off at an unfamiliar stop to explore.
Embrace spirituality. We all find spirituality in different ways -- by going to church or synagogue... meditating... appreciating the glories of nature. Encourage your children to cultivate their sense of awe and wonder -- not once a week, but all the time. Spirituality is like a muscle -- you have to use it frequently to make it stronger.
Respect your body. Nothing is more important than good health. Lead by example -- this is not a lesson you can teach by talking.
Let your kids see you exercising (encourage them to join in)... eating a healthful diet... and generally living a clean life.
Bottom Line interviewed Joe Kita, executive writer at Men's Health and Pennsylvania-based author of several books, including Wisdom of Our Fathers, and Another Shot: How I Relived My Life in Less Than a Year (Rodale).
Being a Father is as big a gift as the good Lord can give. It is a reflection of his own life and love for us. Yes, being a good Father is something to work at, be we are not on our own. We have the example and grace of our heavenly Father.
Wednesday, June 15, 2005
What I Would Have Missed
What I Would Have Missed
by Max Lucado
I could have been out of town that week. I had an invitation to be in the Midwest at a church. I turned it down. What if I hadn't? If I had gone, I would have had the attention of a thousand people for an hour.
I would have had the opportunity to speak about Jesus to some people who don't know him. Is a Tuesday evening at home with three children and a spouse more important than preaching to an audience?
Read my list of what I would have missed. Then you decide.
I would have missed a trip to the swimming pool in which I saw Jenna climb onto her inner tube for the first time.
I would have missed fifteen minutes of bouncing up and down in the shallow end of the pool, with Andrea clinging to my neck singing the theme from "Sleeping Beauty."
I would have missed seeing Denalyn get sentimental as she unpacked a box of baby clothes.
I wouldn't have gone on a walk with the girls during which Jenna found ten "special" rocks.
I wouldn't have been there to hold Andrea when her finger got slammed in the door.
I wouldn't have been there to answer Jenna's question: "Daddy, what is a handicapped person?"
What do you think? I know my vote. There are a hundred speakers who could have addressed that crowd, but my girls just have one daddy.
After I made my list, just for the fun of it I picked up the phone and called the church that had asked me to come and speak that week. The minister wasn't in, but his secretary was. "Isn't this the week of your seminar?" I asked.
"Oh, yes! It has been a wonderful success!"
They didn't even miss me.
According to Max, some things came beofre his preaching. It looks like the Lord wanted to spend some time speaking to him about His Love in a different way. Blessed be the Lord!
by Max Lucado
I could have been out of town that week. I had an invitation to be in the Midwest at a church. I turned it down. What if I hadn't? If I had gone, I would have had the attention of a thousand people for an hour.
I would have had the opportunity to speak about Jesus to some people who don't know him. Is a Tuesday evening at home with three children and a spouse more important than preaching to an audience?
Read my list of what I would have missed. Then you decide.
I would have missed a trip to the swimming pool in which I saw Jenna climb onto her inner tube for the first time.
I would have missed fifteen minutes of bouncing up and down in the shallow end of the pool, with Andrea clinging to my neck singing the theme from "Sleeping Beauty."
I would have missed seeing Denalyn get sentimental as she unpacked a box of baby clothes.
I wouldn't have gone on a walk with the girls during which Jenna found ten "special" rocks.
I wouldn't have been there to hold Andrea when her finger got slammed in the door.
I wouldn't have been there to answer Jenna's question: "Daddy, what is a handicapped person?"
What do you think? I know my vote. There are a hundred speakers who could have addressed that crowd, but my girls just have one daddy.
After I made my list, just for the fun of it I picked up the phone and called the church that had asked me to come and speak that week. The minister wasn't in, but his secretary was. "Isn't this the week of your seminar?" I asked.
"Oh, yes! It has been a wonderful success!"
They didn't even miss me.
According to Max, some things came beofre his preaching. It looks like the Lord wanted to spend some time speaking to him about His Love in a different way. Blessed be the Lord!
Friday, June 10, 2005
Although pope might not return, neighbor cares for home, garden
Although pope might not return, neighbor cares for home, garden
PENTLING, Germany (CNS) -- Although Pope Benedict XVI might never return to the home he built and still owns in Pentling, his next-door neighbor cares for the garden each day. Housekeeper and neighbor Rupert Hofbauer said his relationship with the pope goes back to 1969, when then-Father Joseph Ratzinger moved to Pentling after becoming a professor of theology at nearby Regensburg University. "This house is his own. I was there when he bought the plot, hired an architect and built it," Hofbauer recalled in late May. "He needed somewhere quiet, but within walking distance of the university because he does not drive. "He came over, introduced himself and said he was going to build a house," the neighbor remembered. "It became his permanent home, and he returned as often as he could. He usually celebrated New Year's together with his brother, Georg, just the two of them. In summer, they would often sit on his balcony, reading, or walk around the garden. Then they would retire indoors and make themselves a simple supper."
Life imitates life, Just as the Pope looks after the Savior's vineyard, so we all have been enrusted to look after creation.
Thank you God for your many blessings!
PENTLING, Germany (CNS) -- Although Pope Benedict XVI might never return to the home he built and still owns in Pentling, his next-door neighbor cares for the garden each day. Housekeeper and neighbor Rupert Hofbauer said his relationship with the pope goes back to 1969, when then-Father Joseph Ratzinger moved to Pentling after becoming a professor of theology at nearby Regensburg University. "This house is his own. I was there when he bought the plot, hired an architect and built it," Hofbauer recalled in late May. "He needed somewhere quiet, but within walking distance of the university because he does not drive. "He came over, introduced himself and said he was going to build a house," the neighbor remembered. "It became his permanent home, and he returned as often as he could. He usually celebrated New Year's together with his brother, Georg, just the two of them. In summer, they would often sit on his balcony, reading, or walk around the garden. Then they would retire indoors and make themselves a simple supper."
Life imitates life, Just as the Pope looks after the Savior's vineyard, so we all have been enrusted to look after creation.
Thank you God for your many blessings!
Live It!
Life is beauty; appreciate it.
Life is a dream; realize it.
Life is a challenge; meet it.
Life is a duty; complete it.
Life is a game; play it.
Life is a sorrow; feel it.
Life is a song; sing it.
Life is a struggle; accept it.
Life is an adventure; risk it.
Life is luck; make it.
Life is a puzzle; solve it.
Life is opportunity; take it.
Life is a song; sing it.
Life is a mission; fulfill it.
Life is life; live it!
Just a meditation and a reminder. Someone once said "life is not a dress rehersal". Even though we are looking forward to our heavenly reward, God has us here and now. We should not only take advantage of the life, but emmerse ourselves in it.
By experiencing Gods gifts, we are so blessed. In experiencing life, we experience God. We find God's face in the face of the living.
Peace and all good to you today!
Life is a dream; realize it.
Life is a challenge; meet it.
Life is a duty; complete it.
Life is a game; play it.
Life is a sorrow; feel it.
Life is a song; sing it.
Life is a struggle; accept it.
Life is an adventure; risk it.
Life is luck; make it.
Life is a puzzle; solve it.
Life is opportunity; take it.
Life is a song; sing it.
Life is a mission; fulfill it.
Life is life; live it!
Just a meditation and a reminder. Someone once said "life is not a dress rehersal". Even though we are looking forward to our heavenly reward, God has us here and now. We should not only take advantage of the life, but emmerse ourselves in it.
By experiencing Gods gifts, we are so blessed. In experiencing life, we experience God. We find God's face in the face of the living.
Peace and all good to you today!
Wednesday, June 08, 2005
Dear Baby
Dear Baby - An inspirational letter from war
Dear Baby
A soldier writes to her unborn child about duty to her country and the decision to serve in the military.
By Staff Sgt. Sharon McBride
This story reminds me of what the military is all about. At the base , it is people; but also much more. You hear many bad things about the military, but these are our people, who are in theory trying to do something good and should be embraced and brought home as heroes.
Dear Baby
A soldier writes to her unborn child about duty to her country and the decision to serve in the military.
By Staff Sgt. Sharon McBride
This story reminds me of what the military is all about. At the base , it is people; but also much more. You hear many bad things about the military, but these are our people, who are in theory trying to do something good and should be embraced and brought home as heroes.
Wednesday, June 01, 2005
ZENIT News Agency--June a Month to Rediscover Christ's Love, Says Pope
I think Pope Benedict's words don't need to be added to. Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us and Protect us!
ZENIT News Agency--The World Seen from Rome
Date: 2005-06-01
June a Month to Rediscover Christ's Love, Says Pope
Makes Special Exhortation to Young People and the Sick
VATICAN CITY, JUNE 1, 2005 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI urged young people and the sick in particular to rediscover Christ's love during June, a month dedicated to the Sacred Heart.
Speaking in Spanish at the end of today's general audience in St. Peter's Square, the Pope reminded the faithful that "next Friday is the feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus" and encouraged them to pray "that he may help us to love our brothers as he loved us."
This feast was promulgated in memory of Christ's apparitions to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque (1647-1690) in which Christ expressed his sorrow over the sins and sacrileges of humanity.
Before taking leave of the 25,000 people who attended the audience, the Holy Father addressed special greetings to young people, the sick and newlyweds.
"We begin today the month of June, dedicated to the Sacred Heart," he said. "Let us pause frequently to contemplate this profound mystery of Divine Love.
"Dear young people, in the school of the Heart of Christ, you will learn to assume with seriousness the responsibilities that await you."
Addressing the sick, many of whom were in the front rows, the Pontiff invited them to find "in that infinite source of mercy the courage and patience to understand the will of God in every situation."
"And you, dear newlyweds," he added, "remain faithful to the love of God, witnessing to it with your conjugal love."
ZENIT News Agency--The World Seen from Rome
Date: 2005-06-01
June a Month to Rediscover Christ's Love, Says Pope
Makes Special Exhortation to Young People and the Sick
VATICAN CITY, JUNE 1, 2005 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI urged young people and the sick in particular to rediscover Christ's love during June, a month dedicated to the Sacred Heart.
Speaking in Spanish at the end of today's general audience in St. Peter's Square, the Pope reminded the faithful that "next Friday is the feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus" and encouraged them to pray "that he may help us to love our brothers as he loved us."
This feast was promulgated in memory of Christ's apparitions to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque (1647-1690) in which Christ expressed his sorrow over the sins and sacrileges of humanity.
Before taking leave of the 25,000 people who attended the audience, the Holy Father addressed special greetings to young people, the sick and newlyweds.
"We begin today the month of June, dedicated to the Sacred Heart," he said. "Let us pause frequently to contemplate this profound mystery of Divine Love.
"Dear young people, in the school of the Heart of Christ, you will learn to assume with seriousness the responsibilities that await you."
Addressing the sick, many of whom were in the front rows, the Pontiff invited them to find "in that infinite source of mercy the courage and patience to understand the will of God in every situation."
"And you, dear newlyweds," he added, "remain faithful to the love of God, witnessing to it with your conjugal love."
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