A Few of FR's Finest....06-25,26-07....Military Tribute

Billie, The Mayor

[ConorMacNessa]

Thanks very much, Kitty.

[MEG33]

Almighty and eternal God, Protect our soldiers as they discharge their duties. Protect them with the shield of your strength and keep them safe from all evil and harm. May the power of your love enable them to return home safely to the people who love them and to the gratitude of the American people..We ask this through Christ our Lord.

TO OUR VETERANS, THOSE IN
THE MILITARY AND THEIR FAMILIES
*THANK YOU*

[MEG33]

Thank you, jaycee..I love it.

[The Mayor]

June 27, 2007

Integrity 101

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READ: Psalm 101

I will behave wisely in a perfect way. . . . I will walk within my house with a perfect heart. —Psalm 101:2

Officials in Philadelphia were astonished to receive a letter and payment from a motorist who had been given a speeding ticket in 1954. John Gedge, an English tourist, had been visiting the City of Brotherly Love when he was cited for speeding. The penalty was $15, but Gedge forgot about the ticket for almost 52 years until he discovered it in an old coat. “I thought, I’ve got to pay it,” said Gedge, 84, who now lives in a nursing home in East Sussex. “Englishmen pay their debts. My conscience is clear.”

This story reminded me of the psalmist David’s commitment to integrity. Although he made some terrible choices in his life, Psalm 101 declares his resolve to live blamelessly. His integrity would begin in the privacy of his own house (v.2) and extend to his choice of colleagues and friends (vv.6-7). In sharp contrast to the corrupt lives of most kings of the ancient Near East, David’s integrity led him to respect the life of his sworn enemy, King Saul (1 Sam. 24:4-6; 26:8-9).

As followers of Jesus, we are called to walk in integrity and to maintain a clear conscience. When we honor our commitments to God and to others, we will walk in fellowship with God. Our integrity will guide us (Prov. 11:3) and help us walk securely (10:9).

Lord, cleanse my heart of all deceit
And teach me to be true;
Help me to have integrity
In all I say and do. —Sper

There is no better test of a man’s integrity than his behavior when he is wrong.

Bible in One Year:   Job 8-10; Acts 8:26-40

[MEG33]

Good morning , Mayor..Thank you for our Daily Bread.

[The Mayor]

Hi Meg... Hazy, Hot and Humid day here in WNY.

[MEG33]

Soggy from ongoing rain here..Texas is awash! It is cooler than normal..We only received 2 and 1/2 inches in 24 hours..south of us ..14 inches. More to come!

[stopem]

Yes Meg we are soaked, we are hoping our flight will be able to leave today, leaving for LasVegas.

See you all when we get back.

[MEG33]

Have fun!..Looking at the weather channel..It shows Dallas 15min late on departures..I didn’t see any other delays.
( I wasn’t really watching closely.Good luck.

[Billie]

Warm Fuzzy Wednesday

[The Mayor]

Wow... Stay safe.