Posted on 09/13/2004 4:06:05 AM PDT by The Mayor
Edited on 09/13/2004 12:09:21 PM PDT by Admin Moderator. [history]
Read: Psalm 90
The days of our lives are seventy years; and if . . . they are eighty years, yet their boast is only labor and sorrow. —Psalm 90:10
Bible In One Year: Proverbs 16-18; 2 Corinthians 6
Scientists predict that the average lifespan in the United States may reach 100 by the end of the 21st century. They say the genetics that control aging could be altered to extend life beyond the 70 to 80 years referred to in Psalm 90:10. Life's final chapter, however, will still read, "It is soon cut off, and we fly away."
Moses, who wrote those words, likened our existence to grass that flourishes in the morning and is cut down and withers in the evening (vv.5-6). Although he lived to be 120 (Deuteronomy 34:7), life's brevity was never far from his mind. That's why he prayed, "Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom (Psalm 90:12).
D. J. De Pree, a longtime member of the RBC Board of Directors, took those words literally. He calculated the number of days from the date of his birth until he would turn 70. At the end of each day he'd reduce his total by one. To see that figure decline reminded him to make each day count for the Lord.
We are all part of a rapidly passing scene. That should sober us, but not discourage us. Moses affirmed God as his "dwelling place" (v.1). That's the way to face the life-long issue of our fleeting earthly existence. —Dennis De Haan
Oh, this is so beautiful. My oldest brother was military retired. He served 2 tours of duty in Vietnam, leaving a wife and 4 children both times. He died in 2000 and was buried on November 7, the day we elected George W. Bush as president. They were both winners that day. I miss him.
You are absolutley right there!
Good morning
Mornin! Happy Monday to you.
Good morning Texagirl4W. Saw on the other thread where you didn't got to New Orleans after all. I'm concerned that this hurricane could hit that area, is your family coming to stay with you...just in case?
Here ia a few very interesting videos for you all.
Iran is getting brave.
http://switch5.castup.net/frames/20040613_MemriTV_Popup/video_480x360.asp?ClipMediaID=38496&ak=null
http://www.memritv.org/#
This is a good Iraqi blog with current updates.
http://iraqthemodel.blogspot.com/
Now that's funny.
So sorry, I hate when medical problems get in the way of a fun trip.
We Remember! They are not Forgotten!
Big Amen.
Late post, but here it is.
Patriot Day, 2004: A Proclamation By the President of the United States of America
Three years ago, our country was ruthlessly attacked, and more than 3,000 innocent people lost their lives. We will always remember the victims: sons and daughters, husbands and wives, dads and moms, family members, co-workers, and friends. And we will always be inspired by the heroism and decency of our fellow citizens on that day. Police, firefighters, emergency rescue personnel, doctors, nurses, and many others risked their own lives to save the lives of their fellow citizens. They demonstrated the great character and bravery of our Nation, and they embody the great spirit of America.
Since September 11th, America has fought a relentless war on terror around the world. We are staying on the offensive in this war -- striking the terrorists abroad so we do not have to face them here at home. We pray that God watch over our brave men and women in uniform and all who are waging this war and working to keep A merica safe. And we pray for their families. In the face of danger, America is showing its character. Three years after the attack on our country, Americans remain strong and resolute, patient in a just cause, and confident of the victory to come.
By a joint resolution approved December 18, 2001 (Public Law 107-89), the Congress has designated September 11 of each year as "Patriot Day."
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim September 11, 2004, as Patriot Day. I call upon the Governors of the United States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, as well as appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff on Patriot Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe Patriot Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities, including remembrance services, to display the flag at half-staff from their homes on that day, and to observe a moment of silence be ginning at 8:46 a.m. eastern daylight time to honor the innocent victims who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand four, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and twenty-ninth.
Spc. Adam Wiltsey with the 185th Armor Regiment, 81st Armor Brigade, talks with local Iraqi children near Balad, Iraq, on Sept. 6, 2004.
Talking with locals helps project a positive influence and assists with intelligence gathering.
DoD photo by Staff Sgt. Shane A. Cuomo, U.S. Air Force (Released)
God bless America's sons and daughters
who stand in the gap for us,
and for those who yearn to be free and prosper - -
An Iraqi trainee K-9 landmine detection team exhibits their skills and capabilities for U.S. Ambassador John Negroponte during a tour of the Iraqi Mine Clearance Organization Training Facility in Baghdad, Iraq, a critical U.S./Iraqi component of the ongoing reconstruction efforts in Iraq.
(U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. R. Nick Siers) (Released)
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