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FReeper Canteen ~ Sunday Chapel ~ CONFLICTING LOYALTIES ~ 10 July 2016
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Posted on 07/09/2016 4:59:49 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska
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CONFLICTING LOYALTIES
An interviewer once asked the late Senator Sam Ervin, Jr. how he had developed such insight into human behavior. "I had a good teacher, Henry Horace Williams," replied Ervin. "He said the things that try people's souls do not consist of choosing between good and evil. The thing that tries a person's soul is having to choose between conflicting loyalties." Ervin went on to say that understanding that concept had not only helped him make better decisions, but to judge other people more fairly as well. Sometimes unwise choices were simply the result of misplaced loyalty. "A lot of times I just couldn't support measures advocated by Democratic presidents," he said. "I felt that my controlling interest was for my country, and I voted for what I thought was best for my country." That sentiment is reflected in a poem written by Josiah Gilbert Holland back in the 1800's. Entitled "God, Give Us Men," it was dusted off and "updated" 1993 by Fr. Brian Cavanaugh of St. Francis College in Loretto, PA (by changing "men" to "leaders"). Then, as the new administration took office, Fr. Cavanaugh sent them copies: "God give us leaders! A time like this demands Strong minds, great hearts, true faith, and ready hands; Leaders whom the lust of office does not kill; Leaders whom the spoils of office cannot buy; Leaders who possess opinions and a will; Leaders who have honor; Leaders who will not lie; Leaders who can stand before a demagogue And damn the treacherous flatteries without winking! Tall leaders, sun crowned, who live above the fog In public duty and private thinking. For while the rabble, with their thumb-worn creeds, Their large professions and their little deeds, Mingle in selfish strife, lo! Freedom weeps, Wrong rules the land, and waiting justice sleeps." Strong words...idealistic...and powerful if heeded . But not just for our elected officials, for ALL of us! Because our leaders tend to reflect, and pursue, the kind of loyalties that voters and opinion polls tell them we think are important. What we value, and exemplify, and tolerate, does much to set the course for our communities. It's one thing to say we want strong families, better schools, safer neighborhoods, and more caring communities. But those things don't just happen because of legislation or new programs. They happen because someone cares enough to become the kind of leader Holland so clearly described.
Each of us will have some opportunity, some small part, today in setting the tone and the agenda which will invariably affect the quality of our life -- both shared and individual. What values will guide us? Where will we place our highest loyalty? The prophet Jeremiah assured his people, "For I know the thoughts I think toward you says the Lord, thoughts of peace... to give you a future and a hope. And you will seek me, and find me, when you search for me with all your heart." (Jeremiah 29: 11-13) Jesus advised a similar focus: "Seek first the Kingdom of God, and His righteousness," he said, "and all these things shall be added to you." (Matthew 6:33) May God guide our priorities, helping each of us to demonstrate the right kind of leadership. CAPT J. David Atwater, CHC, USN
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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
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posted on
07/09/2016 5:07:51 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
( (~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: The Mayor; ConorMacNessa; SandRat; 2111USMC; Jet Jaguar; Publius; PROCON; mountainlion; HiJinx; ...
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posted on
07/09/2016 5:09:01 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
( (~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
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posted on
07/09/2016 5:14:43 PM PDT
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Repeal The 17th
(I was conceived in liberty, how about you?)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Little sister has a paying gig...so I am going to the place to give my support!
Talk to you all tomorrow.
((((HUGS))))
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posted on
07/09/2016 5:15:13 PM PDT
by
left that other site
(You shall know the Truth, and The Truth Shall Set You Free.)
To: MoochPooch; left that other site; SkyDancer; DeoVindiceSicSemperTyrannis; onedoug; BluesDuke; ...
Shavua Tov.
Wishing all our Jewish troops, veterans, families, allies, friends, and Canteeners
a peaceful and prosperous week.
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posted on
07/09/2016 5:17:17 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
( (~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: left that other site
Have a WONDERFUL time!!!
Go sister!!!!
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posted on
07/09/2016 5:21:09 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
( (~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
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Language of Love
July 10, 2016
With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in Gods likeness.
James 3:9
When my grandmother came to Mexico as a missionary, she had a hard time learning Spanish. One day she went to the market. She showed her shopping list to the girl helping her and said, Its in two tongues (lenguas). But she meant to say that she had written it in two languages (idiomas). The butcher overheard them and assumed she wanted to purchase two cow tongues. My grandmother didnt realize it until she got home. She had never cooked beef tongue before!
Mistakes are inevitable when we are learning a second language, including learning the new language of Gods love. At times our speech is contradictory because we praise the Lord but then speak badly of others. Our old sinful nature opposes our new life in Christ. What comes out of our mouths shows us how much we need Gods help.
Our old tongue must go away. The only way to learn the new language of love is by making Jesus the Lord of our speech. When the Holy Spirit works in us, He gives us self-control to speak words that please the Father. May we surrender every word to Him! Set a guard over my mouth, Lord; keep watch over the door of my lips (Ps. 141:3).
Lord Jesus, take control of my mouth today. Forgive me for careless, thoughtless, and angry words. Let my words bless You and others.
May the words we speak point others to Jesus.
A horse, though a very powerful animal, comes under the riders control with a small piece of metala bitin the animals mouth (James 3:3). By means of the reins and bridle, the rider pulls the bit, which presses against the horses mouth. This causes the horse to stop or move in the direction the rider dictates. In contrast, no human can tame the tonguea very small part of the body. However, the Holy Spirit can help us control our speech as we yield to Him.
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posted on
07/09/2016 5:21:27 PM PDT
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The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: The Mayor
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posted on
07/09/2016 5:25:11 PM PDT
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SandRat
(Duty - Honor - Country! What else needs said?)
To: Repeal The 17th
Good evening, Repeal....so, so timely. GOD BLESS AMERICA!!
*sniff* Misty screen...listened to them all.Thank you for the links in these perilous times.
A Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours.
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posted on
07/09/2016 5:30:13 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
( (~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: xzins; bethelgrad; lightman; LiteKeeper; MoJo2001; 007; 1 FELLOW FREEPER; 11B3; 1FreeAmerican; ...
Sending out prayers for Arrowhead1952 as he recovers from his horrible fall.
Please join us for Sunday Chapel ~ CONFLICTING LOYALTIES, 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!
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posted on
07/09/2016 5:34:15 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
( (~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: left that other site
Good morning, ML...((HUGS))...A Blessed Lord’s Day and Shavua Tov to you and yours.
Hope you had a great time at your sister’s gig.
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posted on
07/09/2016 5:39:55 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
( (~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: The Mayor
Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.
A Blessed Lord’s Day to The Mayor family.
Did you get some “me” time today?
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posted on
07/09/2016 6:20:22 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
( (~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Woo-Hoo, thanks Kathy and have a blessed Lord’s Day!
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posted on
07/09/2016 6:23:33 PM PDT
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PROCON
(Americans First or Terrorists First - Choose in November)
To: Kathy in Alaska; LUV W; HiJinx; AZamericonnie; Jet Jaguar; Soaring Feather; SandRat; ...
Greetings to all at the Canteen!
To all our military men and women, past and present,
THANK YOU
for your service!
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posted on
07/09/2016 6:39:26 PM PDT
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radu
(May God watch over our troops and keep them safe)
To: MoJo2001; AZamericonnie; StarCMC; ConorMacNessa; The Mayor; SandRat; HiJinx; Cindy; ...
Prayers for our troops, veterans, families, allies, friends, and Canteeners
for a safe and peaceful week ahead.
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posted on
07/09/2016 6:41:00 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
( (~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: radu
Woo-Hoo, radu!
Sorry I missed ya last night, I petered out early.
I did mow today and was the get-the-dogs dinner guy too.
Lovely temperate weather with no humidity (*snicker*). Son and I are hanging out tomorrow for lunch and play time.
I hope you had a great day!
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posted on
07/09/2016 6:51:09 PM PDT
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PROCON
(Americans First or Terrorists First - Choose in November)
To: PROCON
Howdy, PRO!
I figured I’d miss you last night since I got on the computer so late. Just wasn’t going to turn on the computer with so much lightning flashing close by.
Sounds like your day was good, but ya didn’t have ta rub in the “no humidity” part. LOL! Still a sauna here though the temp was a little cooler today. Clouds helped keep it down.
I was a lazy slug today, though I did do a little weeding in one of the flower beds. Was lazy enough to not want to cook so went to DQ to get supper to go. Blizzard time!
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posted on
07/09/2016 7:06:46 PM PDT
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radu
(May God watch over our troops and keep them safe)
To: SandRat
Goode evening, Sand...((HUGS))...and a Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours.
Did Mr Fix-it have a good day?
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posted on
07/09/2016 7:10:40 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
( (~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Even got the ;aen=mower to work.
Sent you FRMail on what may be psrt of my next fix-it project.
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posted on
07/09/2016 7:15:27 PM PDT
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SandRat
(Duty - Honor - Country! What else needs said?)
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