Posted on 01/18/2010 6:00:00 PM PST by Kathy in Alaska
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Aloha, Hawaii....you’ve been all over the place. Been to Peterson AFB?
Tiger Woods is clearly the greatest golfer of his generation. His ability to perform under pressure and win is becoming legendary. Yet what motivates Woods is not just winning, its his passion for excellence. Despite his great success, Tiger has repeatedly refined his swing in an ongoing effort to improve his game and be a better golfer. His desire for excellence leaves him never satisfied.
The apostle Paul was also driven by a desire for excellencebut in his relationship with Christ. Paul, however, taught that were to have balance. While were never to be satisfied with our spiritual progress, were always to be content in Christ.
In his letter to the Philippians, Paul expressed both realities. While writing from prison, he declared his contentment with lifes circumstances, entrusting them to Gods care (Phil. 4:11). Nevertheless, he refused to be satisfied with his own spiritual progress. He did not count himself to have apprehended (to have arrived and achieved it all). Instead, he was committed to pressing on toward the goal (3:13-14).
Learning to balance contentment with a desire for excellence may be the forgotten key to our ongoing spiritual growth and advancement.
Good evening, ms b...((HUGS))...a good day for you?
Good evening, Sand...((HUGS))...did you find something to keep yourself busy today? LOL!
I think to safe to say Looter guy in Haiti
Don’t worry about me I live in bottom of basin where I am at I am cool I getting flooded in parking lots near my house everything is cool
A GRATEFUL CHILD
U.S. Army Spc. Brent Nailor, assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division's 1st Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, passes out humanitarian aid meals to women and children in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Jan. 16, 2010. The squadron established a forward operating base at an abandoned, damaged country club near the embassy. A survivor camp of thousands is situated near the base. DoD photo by Fred W. Baker IIII
UNLOADING SUPPLIES
U.S. Army soldiers unload food and water from a Navy helicopter in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Jan. 16, 2010. The soldiers, assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division's 1st Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, have set up a forward operating base to help establish security and provide humanitarian assistance. DoD photo by Fred W. Baker III
*HUG*
Not to bad a day..
Forgive me if I’m a little quiet tonight..
I am fine, but Jan 19th is the two year anniversary of Poppa’s passing..
I miss him so much.
Oh yes... FReep. ((;^)))
Awwww.......(((hugs)))
Rest in peace, Poppa!
Love you, Sis!
Oh (((Ms B)))
*HUG*
I know he is in a better place!
How are you this evening?
Thanks, AZ, for the “white” tribute. d:o)
Great road trip! Thanks for the hard work, you two!
It’s tough trying to Freep during commercial breaks of 24.
Thanks for the hug!
here’s one for you!
*HUG*
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Good evening, Mayor, and thanks for today’s sustenance for body and soul.
Congratulations on your Jets win.
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