Posted on 07/23/2011 1:24:37 AM PDT by Cincinatus' Wife
Concern about disasters, terrorism and morality led Stone County supervisors and the Wiggins mayor and Board of Aldermen to pass resolutions declaring Aug. 6 to be a day of prayer, fasting and humility for the city, county state and nation.
...Wiggins Mayor Jerry Alexander said the power of prayer has been evident in his own life.
There is nothing like the power of prayer, he said.
Im a Christian; I was saved 17 years ago, and I can tell you I wouldnt be here today otherwise. I believe the Lord is sending us a message -- we are so hard headed, were not paying attention to what were supposed to do.
He doesnt expect us to be perfect, but he does expect us to do better than weve been doing. I do believe thats why weve been going through the things weve been going through.
For Lance Pearson....the decision to support was easy.
Prayer is just one of the main things you need to do, he said. Were a praying board here in Stone County; we want to do whats right.
The day of prayer, fasting and humility was inspired by a similar proclamation by Texas Gov. Rick Perry, who cited the global economic downturn, natural disasters, the lingering danger of terrorism and continued debasement of our culture as the impetus for the event.
....Faye Cooley, one of the citizens who sought the Stone County resolutions, said she and a friend were having lunch recently, and the conversation turned to Perrys plans.
We said that was something needed for the whole country, she said. Were all struggling with debt and other problems. We felt we need to pray for our city, our county, our state and our nation, and it can make a difference. Our forefathers did it.
(Excerpt) Read more at sunherald.com ...
Thank you for a good comment normy.
I’m surprised there haven’t been more comments from Freepers about this town’s decision.
Normally, the topic of beliefs and looking to a higher power generates a lot of discussion and praise.
We shall see.
Very pretty place — Thanks!!
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