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July 1, 2018
| Meg33, The Mayor, Trisham, JustAmy
Posted on 06/30/2018 9:52:12 PM PDT by JustAmy
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To: MEG33
They MOVED the Equinox???? LOL!
It always used to be on the 21st. Oh Well. Enjoy the last gasp of summer, then. hahaha
661
posted on
09/21/2018 10:38:25 AM PDT
by
left that other site
(For America to have CONFIDENCE in our future, we must have PRIDE in our HISTORY... DJT)
To: MEG33; JustAmy; yorkie; tiapam; GodBlessUSA; Colonel_Flagg; jaycee; oldteen; ...
662
posted on
09/21/2018 11:14:53 AM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: left that other site
It seems like winter here already. :(
663
posted on
09/21/2018 12:03:24 PM PDT
by
trisham
(Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
To: LUV W
Holy cow. It's Friday......
664
posted on
09/21/2018 12:05:53 PM PDT
by
trisham
(Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
To: Jim Robinson; JustAmy; MEG33; jaycee; dutchess; GodBlessUSA; deadhead; LUV W; DollyCali; Gabz; ...

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The Blessing of Encouragers
September 22, 2018
But Barnabas took [Saul] and brought him to the apostles.
Acts 9:27
The 2010 movie The Kings Speech tells the story of Englands King George VI, who unexpectedly became monarch when his brother abandoned the throne. With the country on the brink of World War II, government officials wanted a well-spoken leader because of the increasingly influential role of radio. King George VI, however, struggled with a stuttering problem.
I was especially drawn to the films portrayal of Georges wife, Elizabeth. Throughout his struggle to overcome his speech difficulty, she was his constant source of encouragement. Her steadfast devotion provided the support he needed to overcome his challenge and rule well during the war.
The Bible highlights the stories of encouragers who gave powerful assistance during challenging circumstances. Moses had Aaron and Hurs support during Israels battles (Exodus 17:816). Elizabeth encouraged her pregnant relative Mary (Luke 1:4245).
After his conversion, Paul needed the support of Barnabas, whose name literally means son of encouragement. When the disciples were fearful of Paul, Barnabas, at the risk of his own reputation, vouched for him (Acts 9:27). His endorsement was essential to Paul being welcomed by the Christian community. Barnabas later served as Pauls traveling and preaching companion (Acts 14). Despite the dangers, they worked together to proclaim the gospel.
Believers in Jesus are still called to encourage one another and build each other up (1 Thessalonians 5:11). May we be eager to offer encouragement to help support others, especially as they face difficult circumstances.
The encouragement of a friend can make all the difference.
Barnabas was an encourager. In the Scriptures, he is singled out as a believer who encouraged others by his generosity (Acts 4:3637). He encouraged Paul, as we see in todays text, and he also played a critical role in encouraging John Mark, a young man who was deemed an unreliable failure by Paul because he had abandoned the first missionary journey (13:13). Barnabas wanted to take John Mark on the second missionary trip, but Paul refused, causing a severe break in their partnership (15:3639). Barnabas took a risk and gave John Mark a second chance, restoring him to effective ministry (2 Timothy 4:11). Without Barnabas, there might not have been the great theologian Paul, who wrote thirteen books of the New Testament, or John Mark, who wrote the gospel of Mark.
Who has been a Barnabas to you by encouraging you, believing in you, and restoring you to wholeness and usefulness? Will you be a Barnabas to someone who needs a fresh start?
665
posted on
09/22/2018 5:44:56 AM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: MEG33; left that other site; JustAmy; Kitty Mittens; LUV W; Jane Long; TheConservativeParty; ...

Haiku Humor
Hawk swoops low, seeking
Stealthily surveys his prey
Little rabbit farts
Bev Smith

Happy Caturday and Bunnyday!
666
posted on
09/22/2018 8:15:37 AM PDT
by
trisham
(Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
To: FRiends; JustAmy; trisham; The Mayor; LUV W; Kitty Mittens; left that other site; ...
~Happy Caturday ~ Dogurday To Amy's Place~
Naps Are A Good Thing
*HUGS*Weekend Blessings To All
667
posted on
09/22/2018 8:55:52 AM PDT
by
MEG33
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To: trisham

Dude! What's that smell!!
668
posted on
09/22/2018 9:04:20 AM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: LUV W
669
posted on
09/22/2018 9:06:19 AM PDT
by
trisham
(Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
To: MEG33; JustAmy; yorkie; tiapam; GodBlessUSA; Colonel_Flagg; jaycee; oldteen; ...
 Happy Stackable Caturday and Dogurday!
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670
posted on
09/22/2018 9:29:05 AM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: LUV W
671
posted on
09/22/2018 9:29:51 AM PDT
by
trisham
(Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
To: MEG33; ConorMacNessa; LUV W; AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; ...
Happy Cat/Dogurday!

A Gorgeous day all around!
(((HUGS)))
ML/LTOS
672
posted on
09/22/2018 5:31:06 PM PDT
by
left that other site
(For America to have CONFIDENCE in our future, we must have PRIDE in our HISTORY... DJT)
To: left that other site
It was PERFECT here. High only 78 and sunny. First day of fall was actually fall-ish!
673
posted on
09/22/2018 6:09:13 PM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: LUV W
Two girlfriends and I drove about 60 miles to the middle of the state to the town of (you should pardon the expression) Clinton, MA, to go to a very unusual museum:
https://www.yelp.com/biz/museum-of-russian-icons-clinton
It was a beautiful 70 degrees, and people were out sitting on the village green in front to the museum.
The museum was excellent. I wrote a review and gave it stars.
674
posted on
09/22/2018 6:15:13 PM PDT
by
left that other site
(For America to have CONFIDENCE in our future, we must have PRIDE in our HISTORY... DJT)
To: left that other site
Sounds like the perfect fall Saturday! Hope it stays this way for a good long time before the snow flies! Great review you gave!
675
posted on
09/22/2018 7:39:14 PM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
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Listening to Your Brother
September 23, 2018
Whoever turns a sinner from the error of their way will save them from death and cover over a multitude of sins.
James 5:20
You need to listen to me, Im your brother! The plea came from a concerned older brother in my neighborhood and was directed to a younger sibling who was moving farther away from him than the older child was comfortable with. Clearly the older child was better able to judge what was best in the situation.
How many of us have resisted the wise counsel of a brother or sister? If youve had to face the consequences of resisting the good advice of someone more mature, youre not alone.
One of the greatest resources we can have as believers in Jesus is a familythose who are spiritually related because of a common faith in Him. This family includes mature men and women who love God and each other. Like the little brother in my neighborhood, we sometimes need a word of caution or correction to get us back on track. This is particularly true when we offend someone or someone offends us. Doing whats right can be difficult. Yet Jesuss words in Matthew 18:1520 show us what to do when offenses happen within our spiritual family.
Thankfully, our gracious heavenly Father places in our lives people who are prepared to help us honor Him and others. And when we listen, things go better in the family (v. 15).
Father, we praise You for placing us in Your spiritual family. Help us to learn and grow through the wise words and godly behavior of mature believers.
Wisdom grows when we listen to the words of mature believers.
The underlying theme of todays text emphasizes that the church is not just a social organization. Instead it is a spiritual family. The very idea of calling someone brother in addressing possible offenses shows how real the idea of the family is. A teachable spirit evidenced by listening to those who are more mature is the starting point for growth in community. The book of Proverbs admonishes us: Listen to advice and accept discipline, and at the end you will be counted among the wise (Proverbs 19:20). Listening to more experienced believers and having a teachable attitude can do wonders in maintaining harmony within the body of Christ.
Is there someone you need to listen to so that you can grow spiritually?
676
posted on
09/23/2018 5:28:59 AM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: FRiends; JustAmy; trisham; The Mayor; LUV W; Kitty Mittens; left that other site; ...
~Happy Autumn To Amy's Place~
John 14:27
"Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I
give to you.
Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
~Wishing You A Blessed Lord's Day~
677
posted on
09/23/2018 6:14:24 AM PDT
by
MEG33
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To: MEG33
If that’s Neuschwanstein castle in the background, I’ve been there and have seen that church! Beautiful!
Have a blessed Sunday!
678
posted on
09/23/2018 6:21:40 AM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: MEG33; JustAmy; yorkie; tiapam; GodBlessUSA; Colonel_Flagg; jaycee; oldteen; ...
679
posted on
09/23/2018 6:25:19 AM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: LUV W
It is in Bavaria...so could be!
;o)
680
posted on
09/23/2018 6:48:46 AM PDT
by
MEG33
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