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This family of 8 exists because of a Bible verse sent to the wrong number
Not the Bee ^ | 3/21/23 | Harriet Rigby

Posted on 03/21/2023 5:32:01 PM PDT by CFW

Fourteen years ago, Brenda Rivera sent a text to what she thought was the number of a new friend. The message was Philippians 2:3:

"Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves."

A few minutes later, the number replied,

Amen to that. Who is this?

(Excerpt) Read more at notthebee.com ...


TOPICS: Culture/Society; Miscellaneous; Philosophy
KEYWORDS: findsaway; god; notthebee
Your feel-good story of the day which shows that God can work in mysterious ways. Also, listen to God and be patient as he guides you to your husband or wife and life-long partner in life.
1 posted on 03/21/2023 5:32:01 PM PDT by CFW
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To: CFW

The picture of the family is simply beautiful! What a Blessed family indeed!


2 posted on 03/21/2023 5:34:56 PM PDT by CFW (old and retired)
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To: CFW

Bkmk


3 posted on 03/21/2023 5:35:26 PM PDT by sauropod (“If they don’t believe our lies, well, that’s just conspiracy thmkeorist stuff, there.”)
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To: CFW

Yes indeed.


4 posted on 03/21/2023 5:35:36 PM PDT by stevio (Fight until you die.)
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To: CFW

Cool!


5 posted on 03/21/2023 5:38:56 PM PDT by Jan_Sobieski (Sanctification)
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To: CFW
That's what I'm talkin' 'bout!

The perceptive mother got 6 grandchildren out of the deal! :)

6 posted on 03/21/2023 5:41:15 PM PDT by kiryandil (China Joe and Paycheck Hunter - the Chink in America's defenses)
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To: CFW

That’s the tag line on my emails, both personal and business.
I’m a Construction Safety Manager and this is a concept that I preach and demonstrate constantly.
Selflessness is a revolutionary concept, especially to Latinos.


7 posted on 03/21/2023 5:42:28 PM PDT by SavannahWonderer (First do no harm)
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To: CFW

Lovely! Thanks for posting that!


8 posted on 03/21/2023 5:43:38 PM PDT by Albion Wilde (“There is no good government at all & none possible.”--Mark Twain)
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To: CFW

Such a good idea to take her mom out to lunch!


9 posted on 03/21/2023 5:48:36 PM PDT by jocon307 (Democrats delenda est.)
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To: SavannahWonderer

“That’s the tag line on my emails, both personal and business.
I’m a Construction Safety Manager and this is a concept that I preach and demonstrate constantly.
Selflessness is a revolutionary concept, especially to Latinos.”

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Just think how so many of us in our 40s, 50s, and 60s (and beyond) were raised when it comes to how to interact with others. Just a short few years ago, I assumed everyone was as courteous as myself when dealing with both family, friends, and strangers.

It is so disheartening to learn that I have to have “my head on a swivel” when doing such a simple thing as going to the grocery store, pumping gas, or going to a restaurant. Not to mention being careful not to tick off someone in traffic. How did our nation fall into such a state so quickly? (I know, I know! Most of you do as well—but it is still disheartening!)


10 posted on 03/21/2023 6:01:04 PM PDT by CFW (old and retired)
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Nice story. However, I’m just so over these IG journalists and their well-rehearsed skits, dances, re-enactments, etc. It must feel like work to the kids and hubby. I know a girl who had identical triplets via IVF and posts content almost daily “for her fans,” but her husband is sick to death of it and now it’s causing problems in their marriage. Just live your freaking lives, ppl!


11 posted on 03/21/2023 6:01:25 PM PDT by Prince of Space (Let’s Go, Brandon! )
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That was nice. See? A Hallmark style live story can happen at any time of the year, not only during Christmas!


12 posted on 03/21/2023 6:03:19 PM PDT by lee martell
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To: Prince of Space

“Nice story. However, I’m just so over these IG journalists and their well-rehearsed skits, dances, re-enactments, etc. It must feel like work to the kids and hubby. I know a girl who had identical triplets via IVF and posts content almost daily “for her fans,” but her husband is sick to death of it and now it’s causing problems in their marriage. Just live your freaking lives, ppl!”

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We found the party-pooper in our “feel good” story of the day! There always has to be one! LOL


13 posted on 03/21/2023 6:04:05 PM PDT by CFW (old and retired)
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Bump


14 posted on 03/21/2023 6:49:17 PM PDT by SaveFerris (Luke 17:28 ... as it was in the days of Lot; they did eat, they drank, they bought, thed ......)
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God can work in mysterious ways

Amen hope our SOS sign is noticed.


15 posted on 03/22/2023 10:26:45 AM PDT by Vaduz (LAWYERS )
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Way Cool. Thanks.


16 posted on 03/22/2023 10:57:46 AM PDT by gitmo (If your theology doesn't become your biography, what good is it?)
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