FReeper Canteen ~ Just Hangin' Cafe ~ 30 September 2022

September 29, 2022 | Crazy Canteen Crew

[beachn4fun]

FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT

Showing support and boosting the morale
of our military and our allied military
and the family members of the above.
Honoring those who have served before.

FReeper Canteen
Just Hangin'

Come on in, we're open
Need a place just to hang out?
This is it.

We serve coffee,

tea,
or maybe a tall brew?
Topped off with great conversation
and music.

No worries in the FReeper Canteen
Just Hangin' Cafe.
Grab a glass and start a conversation.

You never know who you might meet in the Cafe.
Glad you could join us.
Enjoy your stay.

Our AWESOME military,
our AWESOME allies,
and their families are welcomed
and honored here.

Remember, the Canteen is a family-friendly place.
We exist for sole purpose of supporting the military, our allies, and their families.
Continued prayers for the success and completion of your mission.
Prayers for your safe return home.

[beachn4fun]

PING~A~LING Y’ALL

[PROCON]

Hiya Beachie!

[beachn4fun]

Yo Pro ((HUGS))
How's things on the left coast? Chilly?
Fall really landed with a big bang at the beachy homestead. Brrr.

[luvie]

Howdy there, Early Bird! Hope you have had a good week. And hope the leftovers from Ian miss your area. Ugh!

[beachn4fun]

Good evening night owl ((HUGS))
No, no, I want Ian to head this way so we can get rain.
Our creeks are running dry.
How are things with you?

[PROCON]

Hi, yup Fall is upon us too, chilly mornings followed by gorgeous afternoons.

Still time to get outdoor projects finished.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, beachy, and thank you for today's Just Hangin' Cafe.

Are you having to be prepared for crazy Ian's path?

[beachn4fun]

yup, same here

have a great weekend.

[beachn4fun]

Good evening Ma ((HUGS))
Look at you! WOO HOO you got in on 3.
Still waiting for a better prediction on where Ian will go.
So, far I hear we will have a rainy, windy weekend.
Going to take advantage of a rainy weekend and
bake bread. I need the practice. Soon it'll be soup time.
How are things up north?

[luvie]

Doing good. We need a bit of an Ian, too. We’re still waaaaay behind on rain for the year.

I didn’t realize I’d gotten there on the stream so quickly. LOL!

[beachn4fun]

you did.

and Ma got in on 3.

And now it’s time for me to say good night.

[beachn4fun]

Gotta run. Y'all have fun.
I'll catch up with some of you in the morning.

Have fun Hangin' at the FReeper Cafe.

Be safe out there.
To our military and allies: thank you for all you do.
Good night.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Heavy into fall...leaves turning and falling as fast as I can sweep off my deck. And sill having some rain every day.

Oh, and snow is on the mountains.

[Kathy in Alaska]

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Friday,
September 30, 2022

Where to Turn

Read: Isaiah 30:12–18

The Lord longs to be gracious to you. Isaiah 30:18

Everyone in high school admired Jack’s easygoing attitude and athletic skill. He was happiest in midair above a half-pipe ramp—one hand holding his skateboard, the other stretched out for balance.

Jack decided to follow Jesus after he started attending a local church. Up to that point, he’d endured significant family struggles and had used drugs to medicate his pain. For a while after his conversion, things seemed to be going well for him. But years later he started using drugs again. Without the proper intervention and ongoing treatment, he eventually died of an overdose.

It’s easy to turn back to what’s familiar when we face difficulty. When the Israelites felt the distress of an upcoming Assyrian attack, they crawled back to the Egyptians—their former slave masters—for help (Isaiah 30:1–5). God predicted that this would be disastrous, but He continued to care for them although they made the wrong choice. Isaiah voiced God’s heart: “The Lord longs to be gracious to you; therefore he will rise up to show you compassion” (v. 18).

This is God’s attitude toward us, even when we choose to look elsewhere to numb our pain. He wants to help us. He doesn’t want us to hurt ourselves with habits that create bondage. Certain substances and actions tempt us with a quick sense of relief, but God wants to provide authentic healing as we walk closely with Him. — Jennifer Benson Schuldt

Why is it important to recognize God’s grace in times of failure? How can you better mirror His faithfulness in your relationship with Him?

Dear God, please set me free from sinful patterns. Help me to turn to You when I'm tempted to find relief in something else.

 

Bible in a year: Isaiah 9–10; Ephesians 3

[Kathy in Alaska]

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

Hope your week is on track and you can enjoy some of the coming weekend.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[luvie]

Nighty-Night, Early Bird!
Sleep well and have a great weekend!

[E.G.C.]

A very pleasant good Friday morning and ((HUGS)) to everyone at the Canteen and to all our military at home and abroad. Thanks for your service to our country and thanks Beach for this morning's thread.

How's everyone doing this morning?