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Posted on 03/01/2013 7:30:59 AM PST by JustAmy
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Yes Indeed.
I watch NASCAR races each weekend. Thankfully they present a prayer for the drivers and crews and for our nation before The Stars Bangled Banner is presented.
For some reason my eyes begin to leak during that time before the race begins.
I have favorite drivers and crews each weekend. Some may win and some may be among the “losers” each weekend but for all of us the race is what draws us to the TV.
Meanwhile, as our National Anthem is presented, honor is presented to our troops.
I would not watch the races if Our Troops were ignored.
Salute to our Armed Forces each weekend and everyday. Thank You to each and everyone who serve Our Great Nation!
A Big Amen to that, Dave!
((((HUGS))))
With the hope of winning a record jackpot of $640 million, Americans spent an estimated $1.5 billion on tickets in a multistate lottery in early 2012. The odds of winning were a staggering 1 in 176 million, but people stood in lines at grocery stores, gas stations, and cafes to buy a chance to become rich. Something inside us makes us think more money will solve our problems and improve our lives.
A man identified in the Bible as Agur had a different perspective on riches when he asked God to grant him two requests before he died.
First, he said, “Remove falsehood and lies far from me” (Prov. 30:8). Integrity is a key to living without anxiety. When we have nothing to hide, we have nothing to fear. Deceit enslaves; honesty liberates. Second, he said, “Give me neither poverty nor riches—feed me with the food allotted to me” (v.8). Contentment springs from trusting God as our supplier and gratefully accepting what He provides. Agur said of the Creator that He “established all the ends of the earth. . . . He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him” (vv.4-5).
Integrity and contentment are riches of the soul that are available to all. Our Lord is pleased to give these treasures to everyone who asks.
Read: Proverbs 30:1-9
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Amen to that!
Happy Gratituesday!
((((HUGS))))
Love your big HUGS!!!!!!
Hi, everyone! I just spoke with Jaycee, and she wanted me to let you all know that she hasn’t been posting lately, because she has been in the hospital.
She is home now, and she hopes to ‘re-join the party’ here, real soon! She misses each and every one of you, and I am sure she would appreciate your prayers for continuing recovery.
Prayers up for our dear Jaycee, for a miraculous and full recovery!
((((HUGS))))
Thanks for that ping, Yorkie! (((hugs)))
Thank you, yorkie. I have really missed you all so much! Hope to be back soon.
Love all of you!
Thanks so much, Mary Lou!
So sweet, Luv. Thank you so much!
I’m just sorry you’ve had to go through all of that. I know
hospitals aren’t any fun at all!
So Good to see you posting, Dear FRiend!!!!
(((HUGS))))
O my goodness - your name was not pinged for JC, Kitty Mittens! I am so sorry! (Post 169). She adores your sweet graphics and your precious, heartfelt prayers for everyone!
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[I think I need REAL vacation! :) ]
I understand that Teenie. You need a change of scene, maybe you could go visit an out of town friend or relative for a few days or more - if possible. I don’t get here much either and miss a lot of posts. Take care friend.
What a wonderful graphic Meg, and so true! Want to thank your for your earlier (HUG) post and send that (HUG) back to you. Hope you are doing well friend!!
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