FReeper Canteen ~ Remembering Our Troops! ~ 11 March 2021

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[The Mayor]

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March 11

Out of Our Poverty

Bible in a Year:

• Deuteronomy 14–16
• Mark 12:28–44

They all gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything—all she had to live on.

Mark 12:44

Warren Buffett and Bill and Melinda Gates made history when they launched the Giving Pledge, promising to donate half of their money. As of 2018, this meant giving away 92 billion dollars. The pledge made psychologist Paul Piff curious to study giving patterns. Through a research test, he discovered that the poor were inclined to give 44 percent more of what they had than wealthy people. Those who’ve felt their own poverty are often moved to greater generosity.

Jesus knew this. Visiting the temple, He watched the crowds drop gifts into the treasury (Mark 12:41). The rich tossed in wads of cash, but a poor widow pulled out her last two copper coins, worth maybe a penny, and placed them into the basket. I picture Jesus standing up, delighted and astounded. Immediately, He gathered His disciples, making sure they didn’t miss this dazzling act. “This poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others,” Jesus exclaimed (v. 43). The disciples looked at each other, bewildered, hoping someone could explain what Jesus was talking about. So, He made it plain: those bringing huge gifts “gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything” (v. 44).

We may have little to give, but Jesus invites us to give out of our poverty. Though it may seem meager to others, we give what we have, and God finds great joy in our lavish gifts.

Reflect & Pray

What does it mean for you to give out of your poverty? How can you give “everything” for Jesus today?

God, I don’t feel like I have much to offer. My gifts feel puny and worthless. But I’m here. All of me. Will You receive me in my poverty?

[lightman]

Happy hump day...and for the Western calendar a double hump because it is halfway through Lent!

[Kathy in Alaska]

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

We made it through hump day. Hope your week is going well.

[PROCON]

WOO-HOO, thanks for remembering and honoring our Troops, Kathy!

[radu]

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THANK YOU
for your service!

[Kathy in Alaska]

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[radu]

Howdy, Kathy.

Hump Day! And a frozen one at that. It looks soooooooo cold up your way right now. Isn’t it nice that you don’t have to get out in that snow and wind? Well, other than to feed the ducks when they show up for supper. LOL

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hope the snow stops before I have to go out tomorrow. It is so pretty being on the inside and watching it snow out. LOL!

Just saw one duck...by the time I got out to the deck there were a 100 ducks. And I shoveled 2” off the deck.

[Kathy in Alaska]

And a happy hump day to you too, lightman. It’s snowing here.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Pro....we must make sure they are remembered. And now is more important than ever.

Is spring coming for you?

[lightman]

Balmy upper 60’s yesterday and today and possibly warmer tomorrow.

Moved and stacked over half a cord of wood from one of the deep storage/seasoning racks to the “active” rack right by the house.

All set for November...I think we’re done for this winter.

[luvie]

Always Remember Their Sacrifices! 🇺🇸

[PROCON]

Hi Kathy, I thought Spring was here last week but this week went back to chilly and less sunshine; April flowers and warm weather is getting close though.

Is your snow melting much?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[radu]

Yikes! I hope it stops by then too! It won’t be fun to drive tomorrow as it is. It might have to snow itself out because it doesn’t look like it’s going to move out any time soon.
It’s pretty to look at but it makes me feel the need to put on a sweater. LOL

I’m glad the ducks showed up for supper. They’ll need a good meal to help them stay warm since it’s going to get so cold overnight. I just hope the owl stays away!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, radu...hope your surroundings have improved.

Snow continues here. Almost another inch on the deck.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Nothing like being prepared!! Good job!

We’re headed back to the mid teens and below zero days for the next few days.

[radu]

Howdy, PRO.

It looks like you dodged a bullet this week. That big storm system off your coast slid past and is wreaking havoc south and west of you. Did you huff and puff to blow it away? -)

[Kathy in Alaska]

We have had several days of beautiful, sunny, blue skies accompanied by melting even tho the temps were still below freezing.

But...it starting snowing a couple hours ago and I’m pushing almost 3” on my deck.