FReeper Canteen ~ Sunday Chapel ~ PULLED IN TWO DIRECTIONS ~ 22 January 2012

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[Kathy in Alaska]

 

 

 

 

PULLED IN TWO DIRECTIONS

Our Daily Bread
July 29, 1998

"To me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain. ... I am hard pressed between the two, having a desire to depart and be with Christ. (Philippians 1:21,23)

As Christians, we are pulled in two directions. We all want to go to heaven, but this life also holds great appeal. We are like the youngster in Sunday school who listened intently while the teacher told about the beauties of heaven. She concluded by saying, "Raise your hand if you want to go to heaven." Every hand shot up immediately--except one. "Why don't you want to go to heaven, Johnny?" "Well," he replied, "Mom just baked an apple pie for dinner."

The apostle Paul had mixed feelings too. Although he believed he would be released from prison, he knew that he could possibly fall victim to Nero's sword. This created a conflict. He longed to be with Christ, for that would be "far better" (Philippians 1:23). He also wanted to live, not merely to enjoy life, but because he was needed by his fellow believers (v.24).

Paul was pulled in two directions, and in both cases it was for the highest reason. What about us?

 

[ConorMacNessa]

GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR TROOPS!

The Lord’s Prayer – Andrea Bocelli

DEAR GOD, who suffered torment, agony,
and death upon the Cross to free our souls
from the chains of iniquity, protect and defend
our troops. Guide them in the performance of
their duties. Strengthen them to endure hard-
ship, danger and deprivation in Your service. Let
their efforts free the people of Iraq and Afghan-
istan from the chains of terror and slavery,
foster a lasting peace in the region, and bring all
to a greater share in Your Mercy.
Amen.

Etiam non princeps sed usque ad genua, Principis Pacis!

[ConorMacNessa]

THE NAVY HYMN

Eternal Father, Strong to Save

The Marine Corps Verse:

Eternal Father, grant we pray
To all Marines both night and day,
The Courage, Honor, Strength and Skill
Their Land to serve, Thy Law Fulfill.
Be Thou the Shield forevermore
From every peril to the Corps!

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This is the day which the LORD hath made;
we will rejoice and be glad in it.
Psalms 118:24(KJV)

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Have a Blessed Lord’s Day!

Etiam non princeps sed usque ad genua, Principis Pacis!

[SandRat]

Thank you.

[SandRat]

Thank you.

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I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT SATURDAY! :-)

ooops...sorry...didn’t mean to yell.

[oldteen]

[oldteen]

[luvie]

Thank you, everyone,
for the nice birthday wishes!
My party was on Saturday and
my mommy and my Grammie fixed cupcakes
...this big one was mine!
I shared it, though!
My friends came over and
I got lots of nice gifts!

[luvie]

Happy Birthday, Sandy! :)
Hope it was all good!

[Kathy in Alaska]

WOW! Piper, that is one BIG cupcake! Very cool!

Glad you had a fun birthday party.

[MEG33]

She is just adorable! I know you enjoyed her..and she you.

[SandRat]

Thank you.

[SandRat]

Thank you.

All is good , got to talk to Nate tonight for my Birthday.

[luvie]

Well, that is probably the best birthday present any Grampa could get! :)

I trust he told you all the things he’s been doing?....and how he misses you?

[SandRat]

I’m sti.l trying to translate it but I think he said all of those things. lol

[luvie]

I’ll betcha he did! :) He loves his grampa, I’m a thinkin’!

[Kathy in Alaska]

A Blessed Lord’s Day to you and Barb. ((HUGS))

[SandRat]

an his granma too.

[Kathy in Alaska]

[Kathy in Alaska]

tt...your Giants are going to the Super Bowl!