FReeper Canteen ~ Sunday Chapel ~ A HUMBLE SPIRIT ~ 31 January 2016

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[Kathy in Alaska]

 

 

 

 

A HUMBLE SPIRIT

It's always surprising to me when someone, in an honest and unguarded moment, confides that God could never use THEM. They may keep up appearances most of the time, but, down deep, they just don't feel worthy. Have you ever felt that way? If so, you're in luck; God places a high value on humility! In fact, your sincere recognition of your own need may just be the key that opens the door to a deeper, more genuine and rewarding spirituality. Isaiah wrote, "For thus says the High and Holy One Who inhabits eternity, whose name IS Holy: 'I dwell in the high and holy place, with him who has a humble and contrite spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble and to revive the spirit of the contrite.'" (57:15) And Jesus added, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." (Matthew 5:3)

For a short history lesson to reinforce those references, consider the following words by another pilgrim who found a second chance:

"There are many reasons why God shouldn't have called you. But don't worry. You're in good company: Moses stuttered. David's armor didn't fit. John Mark was rejected by Paul. Timothy had ulcers. Hosea's wife was a prostitute. Amos' only training was in the school of fig-tree pruning. Jacob was a liar. David had an affair. Solomon was too rich. Abraham was too old. David was too young. Peter was afraid of death. Lazarus was dead. John was self-righteous. Naomi was a widow. Paul was a murderer. So was Moses. Jonah ran from God. Miriam was a gossip. Gideon and Thomas both doubted. Jeremiah was depressed and suicidal. Elijah was burned out. John the Baptist was a loudmouth. Martha was a worry-wart. Mary was lazy. Samson had long hair. Noah got drunk. "Did I mention that Moses had a short fuse? So did Peter, Paul -- well, lots of folks did. "But God doesn't require a job interview. He doesn't hire and fire like most bosses because He's more our Father than our Boss. He doesn't look at financial gain or loss. He's not prejudiced or partial, not judging, grudging, sassy, or brassy, not deaf to our cry, not blind to our need.

As much as we try, God's gifts are free. We could do wonderful things for wonderful people and still not be wonderful. Satan says, "You're not worthy." Jesus says, "So what? I AM." Satan looks back and sees our mistakes. God looks back and sees the cross. He doesn't calculate what you did in '78. It's not even on the record. Sure. There are lots of reasons why God shouldn't have called us. But if we are magically in love with Him, if we hunger for Him more than our next breath, He'll use us in spite of who we are, where we've been, or what we look like. I pray that, as believers, we will step out of our limitations into the unlimited nature of who God is. Then our passion for God and our passion to communicate Him will make short work of our limitations."

No matter where you are in your journey today, or how you may have failed in the past, God loves you... and sees what may yet be. May you find hope, grace, a renewed vision, and treasures that don't disappoint.

CAPT J. David Atwater, CHC, USN

 

[Kathy in Alaska]

Dear God:
I ask that no Airman, Coast Guardsman,
Marine, Sailor, Soldier, Reservist, National Guardsman, or Merchant Marine
feel alone or forgotten.

O Israel, hope in the Lord;
For with the Lord there is loving kindness,
And with Him is abundant redemption.
And He will redeem Israel
From all his iniquities.

Psalm 130:7 & 8

[left that other site]

Hi Everyone!

(((HUGS)))

[PROCON]

Evening Kathy and a Blessed Lord's Day to you.

Hope your feeling better.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Sending out prayers for Arrowhead1952 as he recovers from his horrible fall.

Please join us for Sunday Chapel ~ A HUMBLE SPIRIT, and Liberty

Lt. Charles F. Suver, CHC, USN, 28th Marine Regiment, 5th Marine Division
"Mass at Iwo Jima"

Please stop in and say a prayer of protection for the military.
Prayers from all denominations are needed.




Sunday Liberty starts after the Guest Military Chaplain's Service!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, ML...((HUGS)...are you feeling better? Whatever this “thing” is, laid me low Wednesday night and I’m finally out of bed for a bit, but fading.

How’s your new place coming along?

A Blessed Lord’s Day and Shavua Tov to you and yours.

[SandRat]

Be humble before the Lord

[mylife]

Hope this evening finds you well.

VFW report:

The place was packed on Friday night, dinner was meatloaf, mashtaters, ranch beans, salad and peach pie.

[left that other site]

Not quite as hoarse as before, but along with the cruddy cold, I had a bad reaction to latex gloves that I was wearing to paint.

Very painful, like BURNS on my hands.

So now, I know that I must be allergic to latex. (sigh).

Still waiting for a return on my offer.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Pro...and a Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours as well.

I think my fever finally broke in the night, and I actually slept 4+ hours in a row. But I’m fading fast now.

[SkyDancer]

~ Good Evening ~

~ Welcome To My World ~

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[PROCON]

Well get back to bed if you feel the need, we won't break things.

Well at least not much :-)

[Kathy in Alaska]

A Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours, Sand.

Did you ever warm up?

I’ve been sick and in bed a couple days and it’s warmed up and all icy again. About 3am the city had a gravel truck come down our cul-de-sac...I can’t believe it, but sure am happy. Should make it easier to get out on Monday.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, my...sounds like you had a great evening at the VFW.

A Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours.

I’m in recovery mode....first time out of bed since Wednesday night. And fading fast here.

[SandRat]

Today if got back to and tomorrows;supposed to be the same.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

A Blessed Lord's Day and Shavua Tov to you.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Shavua Tov.
Wishing all our Jewish troops, veterans, families, allies, friends, and Canteeners
a peaceful and prosperous week.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Prayers for our troops, veterans, families, allies, friends, and Canteeners
for a safe and peaceful week ahead.

[luvie]

Vocal Majority~Deep River

St Olaf Choir~Holy, Holy, Holy

Glad~Arise My Soul, Arise

Cathedrals~Thanks To Calvary.wma

Providence~He Is Ever Over Me.wma

Statler Brothers~More Than A Name

Trevecca Madrgalians~It Is Well With My Soul

Have a blessed Sunday

[Kathy in Alaska]

I’m headed back shortly....