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To: MeeknMing; The Mayor; JustAmy; Mama_Bear; Calpernia; Donaeus; Aquamarine; Victoria Delsoul; ...
I figured you were awake Meekster. (((morning hugs))) Where's the coffee and Krispies? Got up at 5:30 this morning. I haven't had my first cup yet.

Blessings for the day.

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151 posted on 11/25/2003 3:59:33 AM PST by SpookBrat
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To: SpookBrat
Whose will those things be which you have provided? —Luke 12:20


If we pursue mere earthly gain,
We choose a path that ends in pain;
But joy will stay within the soul
When we pursue a heavenly goal

Life is more than the things we store.

152 posted on 11/25/2003 5:02:42 AM PST by The Mayor (Through prayer, finite man draws upon the power of the infinite God.)
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To: SpookBrat; JustAmy

November 25, 2003

Traveling Light

Read: Luke 12:13-21

Whose will those things be which you have provided? —Luke 12:20

Bible In One Year: 1 Corinthians 9-12


Many vacation travelers take along too much stuff. They pack more shoes, clothes, and gadgets than they will ever need. Their mindset is, "I'd better not forget anything because I can't go home and get it." They would be better off if they asked, "How much can I get along without?" They often end up dragging around heavier-than-necessary suitcases. Some people even purchase so many new items on vacation that they have to leave some of their other stuff behind in the hotel.

We're inclined to accumulate far too many possessions on our journey through life. We're bombarded with ads that urge us to purchase things we "just can't live without." So we buy more and more and more.

The rich man in Jesus' parable (Luke 12:13-21) may have been dreaming about all the good things he could acquire because he had a great crop. He said he would build bigger barns, and he would spend his time eating, drinking, and partying. But God told him, "Fool! This night your soul will be required of you; then whose will those things be which you have provided?" (v.20).

The principle is clear: Be "rich toward God," not rich in things (v.21). Besides, you'll have to leave it all behind when it's time to go Home. —Dave Egner

If we pursue mere earthly gain,
We choose a path that ends in pain;
But joy will stay within the soul
When we pursue a heavenly goal. —D. De Haan

Life is more than the things we store.



153 posted on 11/25/2003 5:04:48 AM PST by The Mayor (Through prayer, finite man draws upon the power of the infinite God.)
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To: SpookBrat
Krispies?


154 posted on 11/25/2003 5:06:11 AM PST by The Mayor (Through prayer, finite man draws upon the power of the infinite God.)
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To: lonestar; FreeTheHostages; jwfiv; Billie; Pippin; Libertina; JohnHuang2; Aquamarine; ST.LOUIE1; ...
Morning to Potpourri!


158 posted on 11/25/2003 5:36:26 AM PST by Calpernia (Innocence seldom utters outraged shrieks. Guilt does.)
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To: SpookBrat
Here ya go. Carlsbad Caveman will provide refills for the day ! Yay ! ...


Have a cup while you Freep !


160 posted on 11/25/2003 5:50:09 AM PST by MeekOneGOP (George Soros "MINOB": http://richard.meek.home.comcast.net/SorosRatsA.JPG)
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To: SpookBrat
Good Morning, Spooky

Thank you for starting the day with more beautiful music and a wonderful graphic.


165 posted on 11/25/2003 9:10:36 AM PST by JustAmy (God Bless our Military, Past and Present. God Bless America!)
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