Posted on 09/05/2005 8:07:31 PM PDT by The Mayor
|
|
![]() |
T.G.I.F. at the Finest |
Every Thursday at the Finest ![]() |
|
Early in their marriage, the well- known preacher W. E. Sangster (1900-1960) told his wife, "I can't be a good husband and a good minister. I am going to be a good minister."
Sangster was in demand as a preacher and lecturer and was often away on speaking tours. When he was at home, he seldom took his wife out for dinner or an evening of entertainment. Nor did he help with household chores. His son noted these failings, yet out of respect for his father he wrote, "If a 'good husband' is a man who loves his wife absolutely . . . and dedicates himself to a cause that is greater than both of them, then my father was as good a husband as a minister."
No doubt Sangster was committed to his wife, but I believe he could have been a better husband and a better minister if he had been more concerned for her needs than for his busy schedule.
Many people in responsible positions have demands placed upon them, some that are unavoidable. But if a Christian husband takes seriously Paul's instruction to love his wife "as Christ also loved the church," he will find ways to give of himself for her, even in little things. That's how Christ, our example, loved the church. Herb Vander Lugt
Nurture your marriage and you'll nourish your soul.
|
God bless you for giving us this lesson in God's Word. If husbands would just obey what the Lord has said to them, there would be no more abuse or divorces (or at least not as many!) or unhappy wives.
How are things going this week? Is the weather good for your finishing the house project?
I agree with you 100%
Marriages have to be nurtured daily.
The house is just about done, flooring going in tomorrow.
I am stepping away for the next week, primary is the 13th
and I have got to focus on that.
They are moving in Wednesday, we will finish the exterior later.
I have to upload the new pics but new computer does not have a floppy drive..
I will figure something out.
Sounds like you are right on target!
Be sure to give us a full report of how the primary goes. I'm praying for you, Rus, that the people up there will understand what you could do for your county!
Look forward to seeing the pictures when you find the magic key! :o)
Good post. we were married 51 years yesterday. Hi everyone. God bless you. I am doing better.
Dub
Fifty-one wonderful years together, eh?
May the Lord bless you both abundantly.
God Bless America
Hi Dubya, nice to see you
Happy Anniversary to you and your dear wife, Eve. Happy that you are doing better
My thoughts and prayers are with all ~deadhead~
Two women are rescued by a U.S. Navy helicopter Monday, in New Orleans.
AP photo
My prayers are that you will be a modern day Joshua,
God giving you victory then, and in the Election.
Hugs,
M
That is a lovely graphic, and of course, I share your sentiments. Getting late, good night. Blessings to you an yours.
Thank you Maggie!
Prayers have been carrying us thru.
Good night, Good morning.
School starts here tomorrow - even mommy needs to get to bed for that, because even mommy has to be up and (at least semi) functioning before the bus arrives. Then I will head back to bed and then back here :)
Our Military at work here and at abroad..
God Bless them all.
Thanks Colleen.!
Starts here wednesday..
G'Night Gabz
|
May God Bless Our Great Nation and give our President the guidance and wisdom to pull us through this perilous time for our neighbors. May God Bless our Troops and provide his protection against our enemies who may plan attacks during this time of chaos. God we ask if it be your will that You blind and strike dumb those who plot against us and harbor evil against the United States. Amen.
Hi everyone,
I'm behind in my pings, so I'm not sure if you all got word of this on another thread. This was posted earlier tonight. Kitty Mittens needs our prayers.
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/religion/1478172/posts?page=1
|
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.