Freeper Canteen ~ Sunday Chapel Thread ~ NEVER ENOUGH TIME ~ July 20, 2008

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[Brad’s Gramma]

 

 

 

 

 

NEVER ENOUGH TIME

While I have only been an occasional visitor to Washington, I was struck by one scene so strongly that it remains as somewhat of a reference. My first view "up close and personal" of the Pentagon was neither awe-inspiring nor intimidating. To be sure, I was impressed with the size of the building, but that was about it. What came upon me, and has stayed with me, is the image of an ant farm. An enormous one, surely, but an ant farm nonetheless.

So may passageways with so many ants constantly traveling them. Seeming endless streams of countless ants going and coming through the entrances. Since this view came on a grey, cold March morning, with barren trees and lingering winter, it seemed all the more depressing. I vowed then never to become one of those ants. I would not let myself be lost as one of the faceless, powerless, unknown minions of the "head ant" in the great farm. Not to mention the echo in my mind, that which is often considered a sarcastic oxymoron: "I'm from Washington, and I'm here to help."

Yet something else echoes in my mind. From the Christian Scriptures, the words of the Apostle Paul to the people of Colossae, chapter 4, verse 23: "Whatever you do, do from the heart, as for the Lord . . ." For it is then I remember that no matter how small or insignificant my work may seem to me or even to others, I am powerful and effective. My faith reminds me that I am known and loved by my God. More than that, as I do the work, I allow His love to flow through me. And then the work, the worker, and the workplace are transformed into something sacred and beautiful because God is there. No longer dark, dreary, and cold, but bright, cheerful, and warm is the workplace because God's work is being done. No longer nameless, faceless, and powerless, but known, loved, and empowered is the worker doing God's work. The work itself then, too, is transformed into an opportunity to share God's love and joy with others as we struggle to bring peace to His world.

CDR Brian Simpson, CHC, USN

 

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good Sunday to you, TS. Hope your chimney is all better, and you are enjoying a restful day with a nice swim.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Late....it that you?

[Kathy in Alaska]

w h !!

Luv.....#50!!
Pro.....#100!!

Thanks, unique, for Emo!!

[PROCON]

Hi Ma, yeah, it's me...how ya doing?

Getting your summer weather?

Spending some time at a friends catching up on my FReeping!

[HiJinx]

Coming home from church at 11:30, we could see a curtain of rain falling up on Post. There have been sprinkles here in my part of town this afternoon, but nothing like last night.

Good memory, Kathy...yes, last night’s rain was strong enough to wash away more of my front yard’s landscaping. I put in some river rock last year to slow down the flow of water. It kept the erosion at bay for mild to moderate rainfalls.

Last night’s rainfall was torrential. I found 4 new washouts on the high side of the yard this morning. They’ve all been filled in with dirt and I salvaged enough rock/gravel to cover it over for now. It won’t hold, though. I need to go get some more river rock to finish the job tomorrow.

[HiJinx]

Jinx you get the same??

I was sitting here listening to music when everything went black. The only light in the house was from Nana's laptop - on battery power!

It only lasted 5 minutes, or so, here.

[Cindy]

You’re welcome Kathy and it is a blessed day.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Summer weather seems to have been in April and May....overcast more than sun. Temps in the upper 50s to upper 60s. Not bad...and we finally got some rain, real rain. Hope Zach is having fun at camp. ((HUGS))

[Tanniker Smith]

Restful enough. HOT. So the pool came in handy a couple of times. (I might just jump in one more time before the gnats take over the yard for the night.)

Right now, I'm watching the first episode of Stargate SG-1 that I taped last night.

[MeekMom]

Every day is the Lord’s Day silly! :))
Upper 60’s? You don’t know how lucky you are!
It’s been in the mid 80’s here. Uggghhhhh! I can’t wait ‘til fall! :))
I’m doin’ alright. About to have Bible study/fellowship/Lord’s Supper at my house at 7pm. A little later than we usually get together.
Hope you’re having a relaxing day sweetcakes! :) ((hugs))

[Kathy in Alaska]

Enjoy your program. I love taping to be viewed when I have time.

[Mozie]

Thank you. I SOOOO love that song.....

[Kathy in Alaska]

You have company.....it is a great song. d:o)

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good morning, Meg...love your billboard!

[Kathy in Alaska]

God Speed, SatCom Chris...safe journey back. Hope you are able to patch in sometime. We are here mostly 24/7/365. And thank you for your service to our country.

[Kathy in Alaska]

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