[Kathy in Alaska]

~ Hall of Heroes: MOH James Elliott Williams ~

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[ComputerGuy]

My most proudest ribbon is the Combat Action Ribbon. His wasn’t mentioned, but it’s on the fourth row left side.

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Hi Everybody!

(((HUGS)))

[MoochPooch]

Hi Kathy. All hail our latest hero!

[The Mayor]

June 17

Generous Faith

Bible in a Year :

• Nehemiah 7-9
• Acts 3

When you are harvesting in your field . . . leave [some] for the foreigner, the fatherless and the widow.

Deuteronomy 24:19

A few years ago, our church was invited to host refugees fleeing their country after a tumultuous change in political leadership. Entire families came with only what they could fit in a small bag. Several of our church families opened their homes, including some who had little room to spare. 

Their gracious hospitality reflects God’s triple command to the Israelites when they entered the promised land (Deuteronomy 24:19-21). As an agricultural society, they understood the importance of the harvest. The crops were essential to get them through until next year. This makes God’s command to “leave [some] for the foreigner, the fatherless and the widow” (v. 19) also a request to trust Him. The Israelites were to practice generosity not by giving only when they knew they had enough but giving out of a heart that trusts God’s provision. 

Such hospitality was also a reminder “that [they] were slaves in Egypt” (vv. 18, 22). They were once oppressed and destitute. Their generosity was a reminder of God’s graciousness to them in freeing them from bondage.

Believers in Jesus are similarly urged to be generous. Paul reminds us, “Though [Christ] was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich” (2 Corinthians 8:9). We give because He gave to us. 

Reflect & Pray

When has someone helped you when you were in need? How will you give to others while trusting God’s provision for you?

Dear Father, please open my eyes to the needs of the marginalized in my community. 

[radu]

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

To all our military men and women, past and present,

THANK YOU
for your service!

[luvie]

James Elliott Williams
November 13, 1930-October 13, 1999
US Navy sailor during '50s and '60s.
He was the most highly decorated enlisted man
in the history of the United States Navy.
Among all the awards 🎖️ he was honored with,
....he was a Metal Of Honor recipient.
God rest the soul of this brave hero!

[E.G.C.]

A very pleasant good Monday morning and ((HUGS)) to everyone at the Canteen and to all our military at home and abroad. Thanks for your service to our country.

Yesterday at Comanche Lake:

How's everyone doing this morning?

[luvie]

Gooood mornin', Early Birds!
Wow! What a hero we read about.
He was so brave and dedicated!
Hope all y'all have a Mahv'lus Monday
...and a Wonderful Week!
It's pretty darn breezy here
...makes it seem cooler anyhow. LOL!
(((hugs)))