FReeper Canteen ~ Sunday Chapel ~ STRIVING FOR BALANCE ~ 22 September 2019

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[Kathy in Alaska]

 

 

 

 

STRIVING FOR BALANCE

In a university commencement address several years ago, Brian Dyson, CEO of Coca Cola Enterprises, spoke of the relation of work to one's other commitments:

"Imagine life as a game in which you are juggling some five balls in the air. You name them - work, family, health, friends and spirit - and you're keeping all of these in the air. You will soon understand that work is a rubber ball. If you drop it, it will bounce back. But the other four balls - family, health, friends and spirit - are made of glass. If you drop one of these, they will be irrevocably scuffed, marked, nicked, damaged or even shattered. They will never be the same. You must understand that and strive for balance in your life.

How?

Don't undermine your worth by comparing yourself with others. It is because we are different that each of us is special. Don't set your goals by what other people deem important. Only you know what is best for you.

Don't take for granted the things closest to your heart. Cling to them as you would your life, for without them, life is meaningless.

Don't let your life slip through your fingers by living in the past or for the future. By living your life one day at a time, you live ALL the days of your life.

Don't give up when you still have something to give. Nothing is really over until the moment you stop trying.

Don't be afraid to admit that you are less than perfect. It is this fragile thread that binds us to each other.

Don't be afraid to encounter risks. It is by taking chances that we learn how to be brave.

Don't shut love out of your life by saying it's impossible to find. The quickest way to receive love is to give; the fastest way to lose love is to hold it too tightly; and the best way to keep love is to give it wings.

Don't run through life so fast that you forget not only where you've been, but also where you are going.

Don't forget, a person's greatest emotional need is to feel appreciated.

Don't be afraid to learn. Knowledge is weightless, a treasure you can always carry easily.

Don't use time or words carelessly. Neither can be retrieved.

Life is not a race, but a journey to be savored each step of the way. Yesterday is History, Tomorrow is a Mystery and Today is a gift:

That's why we call it "The Present."

 

[ConorMacNessa]

Good Morning, Kathy!

***HUGS***



A Blessed Lord's Day to you and yours! Thank you very much for this morning's Sunday Chapel thread.

This is the day the Lord hath made; let us rejoice and be glad!

[The Mayor]

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September 22

Growing to Know

Bible in a Year : Ecclesiastes 10–12; Galatians 1

I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13

“You’re going to be an exchange student!” I was seventeen and thrilled to hear I was approved to study in Germany. But it was only three months before my departure, and I had never taken a class in German.

The days that followed found me cramming—studying for hours and even writing words on my hands to memorize them.

Months later I was in a classroom in Germany, discouraged because I didn’t know more of the language. That day a teacher gave me wise advice. “Learning a language is like climbing a sand dune. Sometimes you feel like you’re not getting anywhere. But just keep going and you will.”           

Sometimes I reflect on that insight when I consider what it means to grow as a follower of Jesus. The apostle Paul recalled, “I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation.” Even for Paul, personal peace didn’t happen overnight. It was something he grew into. Paul shares the secret of his progress: “I can do all this through him who gives me strength” (Philippians 4:12–13).

Life has its challenges. But as we turn to the One who has “overcome the world” (John 16:33), we discover not only that He’s faithful to get us through but also that nothing matters more than closeness to Him. He gives us His peace, helps us to trust, and empowers us to go the distance as we walk with Him.

By:  James Banks

Reflect & Pray

In what ways will you focus on Jesus today? How can you encourage others to draw near to Him?

Thank You for the peace You give me as I turn to You, Jesus. Help me to stay very close to You today!

[left that other site]

Hi Everybody!

(((HUGS)))

[lightman]

A blessed Lord’s Day to one and all!

Keep your powder dry.

[SkyDancer]

~ Good Evening ~

~ Just Back From A Long One - Off Until Next Wednesday - Whew!!! ~

~ Good Evening ~

~ Welcome To My World ~

I’m Down There Somewhere

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Janey…((HUGS))...Shavua Tov and a Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours.

Have a good time off.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mac...*HUGS*...and a Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours.

How is the new Grill Master coming along? Have you taught him everything you know? d:o)

Work going well?

[ConorMacNessa]

The new Grill Master is doing wonderful things! Last Sunday was his first attempt with Salmon and he nailed it. Tomorrow night, NY Strips. He has great instincts.

Choir has resumed and all is going well there,

"Dia shábháil ar fad anseo!"

[ConorMacNessa]

"TAKE UP THY CROSS
AND FOLLOW ME"



"I Vow To Thee My Country"
Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
(Click)

"I VOW TO THEE, my country, all earthly things above,
Entire and whole and perfect, the service of my love;
The love that asks no question, the love that stands the test,
That lays upon the altar the dearest and the best;
The love that never falters, the love that pays the price,
The love that makes undaunted the final sacrifice.

And there's another country, I've heard of long ago,
Most dear to them that love her, most great to them that know;
We may not count her armies, we may not see her King;
Her fortress is a faithful heart, her pride is suffering;
And soul by soul and silently her shining bounds increase,
And her ways are ways of gentleness, and all her paths are peace."

[ConorMacNessa]

GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR TROOPS AND OUR BELOVED NATION!



Amazing Grace
(Click)
By John Newton

Amazing grace! How sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found;
Was blind, but now I see.

'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear,
And grace my fears relieved;
How precious did that grace appear
The hour I first believed!

Through many dangers, toils and snares,
I have already come;
’Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far,
And grace will lead me home.

The Lord has promised good to me,
His Word my hope secures;
He will my Shield and Portion be,
As long as life endures.

Yea, when this flesh and heart shall fail,
And mortal life shall cease,
I shall possess, within the veil,
A life of joy and peace.

The earth shall soon dissolve like snow,
The sun forbear to shine;
But God, Who called me here below,
Will be forever mine.

When we’ve been there ten thousand years,
Bright shining as the sun,
We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise
Than when we’d first begun.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.

A Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours.

Did you get some rest today?

[ConorMacNessa]

REST IN PEACE, FALLEN BROTHER!



SFC Jeremy W. Griffin, USA
3rd Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne)
KIA Afghanistan, 16 September 2019




"God Of Our Fathers"
Mormon Tabernacle Choir
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"Taps"
(Click)

[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

[The Mayor]

Yes and only worked 5 hours :) That’s a half day to me

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good job!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

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

[SkyDancer]

Thank You!! So good to be home.

[Mark17]

More news. My USAF 2nd Lieutenant son, finally flew solo in his pilot training syllabus. 😁👍🇺🇸

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...and a Blessed Lord’s Day and Shavua Tov to you and yours.

Fall is almost officially here...you and Blue taking advantage?